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Spring programs include swim lessons, lifeguard training, tennis lessons, spring break camps, adaptive sports and special-interest classes.
Register for Mesa Parks and Recreation spring programs
Although cooler weather prevails right now, spring will be here before you know it. Registration is underway for Mesa residents for the city’s parks and recreation spring programs. Registration … more
Kiwanis Club of Litchfield’s Trout Fishing Derby drew 806 fishing enthusiasts to Tierra Verde Lake Park in 2020. This year’s event will feature masks, social distancing and other COVID-19 mitigation measures.
Kiwanis Trout Fishing Derby modified for COVID-19 safety
Kiwanis Club of Litchfield’s much-loved Trout Fishing Derby will go on this year, with social distancing and other COVID-19 safety mitigations in effect to keep participants safe. more
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Bronze sculptures by Arizona artist Kim Seyesnem Obrzut will be among the art on display during the 2021 Litchfield Park Gathering.
Litchfield Park Gathering to showcase Native American art
Downtown Litchfield Park should be humming with activity Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 9 and 10, as the city celebrates the 29th annual Native American Fine Arts Festival. more
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Baby reticulated giraffe Noel was born at Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park just before Christmas
She’s already 6 feet tall: Wildlife World Zoo welcomes baby giraffe Noel
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park in Litchfield Park is celebrating the holiday season with the birth of Noel, a baby reticulated giraffe who arrived just before Christmas. more
Merry Main Street will again feature the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink with more than 5,000 square feet that will attract skaters taking to the ice under the stars.
Merry Main Street continues through Jan. 2 in downtown Mesa
For the sixth consecutive year, Merry Main Street brings holiday revelry to downtown Mesa. The celebration is Nov. 27-Jan. 2. Mesa’s nearly four-story tall Christmas tree is again on … more
The 2019 performance of “Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish — The Musical,” seen here, is now available on streaming video and can be purchased through Dec. 27.
Vista Center for Arts answers Christmas wish
Theaters are mostly dark this year, but Christmas can still shine brightly for kids and their families. more
A 2019 show at Barleens Dinner Show Theater, 2275 E. Old West Highway in Apache Junction.
Food bank fundraiser Dec. 20 at Barleens Dinner Show Theater in Apache Junction
Barleens Dinner Show Theater, 2275 E. Old West Highway, is hosting an outdoor benefit concert Sunday to collect food for the Superstition Community Food Bank. “Last Sunday we held an outdoor … more
Commemorative Air Force on May 8 flew a B-17 Flying Fortress, B-25 Mitchell Bomber and C-47 Skytrain.
Commemorative Air Force Museum speaker series talk tomorrow on ‘The Dam Busters’
Hear the captivating story of daring British Royal Air Force raids on major dams in Germany’s industrial Ruhr Valley during World War II at a 1-2 p.m. Dec. 19 speech. “The Dam Busters” will … more
Mesa Police Detective Aaron Raine, Mesa’s homeless coordinator; and Deputy City Manager Natalie Lewis will discuss Mesa’s strategic plan to address homelessness
Mesa mayor, councilwoman to host virtual summit on homelessness Dec. 17
Mesa Mayor John Giles and Councilwoman Jen Duff will host the second of two virtual summits on homelessness at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, on Mayor Giles’ Facebook page @MayorGiles. Mesa … more
Things to do: Arizona State Fairgrounds launches Ho-Ho Holiday Drive-Thru Fair Food
The Arizona State Fair is hosting its first ever “Ho-Ho Holiday Drive-Thru Fair Food” campaign. Due to the overwhelming demand for Arizona State Fair drive-thru edible creations event … more
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Commemorative Air Force on May 8 flew a B-17 Flying Fortress, B-25 Mitchell Bomber and C-47 Skytrain.
Commemorative Air Force Museum speaker series talk Saturday on ‘The Dam Busters’
Hear the captivating story of daring British Royal Air Force raids on major dams in Germany’s industrial Ruhr Valley during World War II at a 1-2 p.m. Dec. 19 speech. “The Dam … more
Goodyear, Litchfield Park to celebrate the season with COVID-compliant events
Southwest Valley residents in need of some COVID-compliant holiday cheer this weekend are in luck. The cities of Goodyear and Litchfield Park both have festive events planned Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12 and 13. more
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Litchfield Park is already looking festive, with decorations in the circle at Wigwam Boulevard and Old Litchfield Road as well as other spots around the city.
Ice skating added to Litchfield Park's Christmas in the Park festivities
Christmas in the Park will feature free ice skating in addition to the holiday market, virtual parade and other activities the city has planned for the COVID-compliant annual event Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12 and 13 in downtown Litchfield Park. more
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Kelly Hajek plays a profane, 40-something version of Cindy Lou Who in Stage Left Productions’ “Who’s Holiday!” which starts tonight and runs through Dec. 20 in Surprise.
‘Who’s Holiday!’ next at Stage Left Productions
For its second presentation since emerging from “lockdown” in October, Stage Left Productions is presenting another one-character play under secure virus protected conditions. more
Southwest Ballet Theatre will bring “The Nutcracker” to life during two outdoor performances scheduled for Dec. 12 in Goodyear.
Southwest Ballet Theatre to perform ‘The Nutcracker’ in Goodyear
Southwest Ballet Theatre will stage two outdoor performances of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” at King of Kings Church in Goodyear on Saturday, Dec. 12. more
Pumpkin pie is a favorite of black-tailed lemurs.
Enjoy Thanksgiving with Wildlife World denizens
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park’s animals receive a special Thanksgiving feast each year, just like humans, and they’re always up for a visit from friends on the holiday. more
In this Nov. 29, 2013 file photo, people attend the opening night of the 20th annual Glendale Glitters festival in downtown Glendale. Though city officials have canceled some aspects of this year’s festival, the show goes on as light displays go up tonight and will remain through Jan. 9.
No, Christmas is not canceled; Despite COVID-19 closures, some holiday traditions continue
With the COVID-19 public health crisis resurgent amidst the warmest weather ever recorded in Arizona, some may expect this Christmas to be just another disappointment capping off an unusual … more
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Drive Thru Fair Food open for another weekend in Phoenix
Officials at the Arizona State Fair announced that due to overwhelming demand, they're continuing Drive Thru Fair Food for one final weekend, beginning on Thursday. more
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park continues reopening plans
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park reopened Sept. 3 with rave reviews from visitors and moved forward Sept. 19 with the second phase of their reopening plan. more
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From left, Isaiah Avena, Alyson Highley, acting coach Marret Funk and Christine Young participate in rehearsals for the May 2019 AdaptiveWorks production of Beauty and the Beast at Theater Works in Peoria. Artistic director Chris Hamby said the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis has cost the 35-year-old non-profit community theater an estimated $500,000 so far this year. [Carly Weekley/Courtesy of Theater Works]
Arizona arts poised to stage a comeback
With innovative approaches and support from area patrons and other sources, local arts groups are adapting to continue their missions in the community. more
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