Hello everybody, here's another Things Things To Do This Weekend for August 10-12, 2012 for all of you trying to find something interesting to do this weekend.
Friday, August 10, 2012
Prowl and Play
As the sun goes down, the zoo heats up with activities during Prowl and Play, a monthly summer promotion starting Saturday, June 9. Visitors can come to the zoo on the cheap ($8 rather than $18), pack a picnic dinner, play in the splash pads and roam the grounds at their own pace. Zookeepers will be stationed around the trails, hosting encounters with animals such as lizards, snakes, birds and hedgehogs.
Details: 6-9:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Aug. 10-11. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway. $8, $6 members. 602-273-1341, phoenixzoo.org.
Mesa, AZ
Mesa downtown galleries and businesses have joined together to create an exciting, friendly and free way to spend a Friday evening. With a new theme every month visitors can enjoy an Art walk , dining, shopping, activities, entertainment, and fun every 2nd Friday of the month. Held on Main Street between Center and Country Club. The information booth located on Main and Macdonald has a map of the evening's activities and locations.
Date(s): 8/10/2012, 9/14/2012, 10/12/2012, 11/9/2012, 12/14/2012Hours: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m
Admission: Free
Phone: (480) 890-2613
Mesa Arts Center - Downtown Mesa
1 East Main Street
Mesa, AZ 85211
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Tovrea Castle Tour
Tours of the historic Tovrea Castle began on March 10, 2012. Tours will last approximately 2 hours which will include the historic Castle's main floor and basement, extensive grounds and cactus garden surrounding the Castle.
Phoenix,AZ
Price: $10 - $15
Phone: (602) 256-3221
North Scottsdale’s Farmers Market
The North Scottsdale Market, once located at 94th St. and Shea has moved to Pima Crossings. Open year-round, this market offers items like pesticide-free, local produce from On the Vine Farm and Circle Key Farms. Grass-fed beef, all-natural pork, goat, eggs, raw honey, granola, hummus, baked treats and crafts from local artisans are also sold.
8:00a to 12:00p
Pima Crossings Market, Scottsdale,AZ
Price: Free admission, item prices vary
Phone: (480) 389-4828
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Help raise money for the Mayday Pitbull Rescue by sipping a beer and letting your pooch chill in a doggy swimming pool. Uncle Bear's in Chandler hosts the third annual Cups for Pups, a day of fundraising and awareness sponsored in part by the Arizona Bureau of the American Mustache Institute.
Details: 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12. Uncle Bear's Grill and Bar, 1980 W. Germann Road, Chandler. Free to attend. A portion of food and beverage sales benefit the rescue. 480-722-1555
SunDay FunDay on 5th
What? A weekly event featuring art, entertainment, food, shopping, and fun! Where? 5th Avenue Shopping District, Downtown Scottsdale!
When? Every Sunday from Noon until 4:00 p.m.
Why? It's a fabulous way to spend a beautiful afternoon with family and friends!
How? Come by car, by taxi, by bus, by trolley, by bicycle, or on foot to 5th Avenue!
Admission is free and parking is free! Nestled in the heart of famed Downtown Scottsdale, at the foot of landmark Camelback Mountain, is the historic 5th Avenue Shopping District. Its legendary charm has captured the attention of visitors and locals since its founding. From the unique shops to fun events, 5th Avenue is the place to be! Every Sunday from Noon until 4:00 p.m., Artisan Markets and the 5th Avenue Merchants present SunDay FunDay on 5th. Some of the area's best artists, jewelers, and crafters exhibit their work along side boutiques and restaurants, creating a fun and festive atmosphere the entire family will enjoy! There will live demonstrations, entertainment, activities, food, horse-drawn carriage rides, and more! Best of all, there is free parking and free admission! 5th Avenue is easily accessible from over 30 nearby hotels and resorts! Come by car, taxi, bus, trolley, bicycle, or on foot! Spend a wonderful afternoon under the warm, Arizona sun with family and friends! Meet artists face-to-face, enjoy the free entertainment, pose for pictures in front of the gorgeous Horse Fountain, dine, purchase gifts, taste regional wine, or simply snack on homemade frozen custard! Be sure to include 5th Avenue in Downtown Scottsdale on your itinerary! It's a MUST-SEE destination!
Aug 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM weekly on Sundays
5th Avenue in Scottsdale
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