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Tuesday, February 9
Geico Gecko Exhibit (Jan 16-Feb 28). Features giant day geckos, one of the largest of all geckos. 9am-5pm. Included in admission: $16 adults, $11 seniors, $7 ages 3-12. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N Galvin Pkwy. 602-273-1341 or phoenixzoo.org.
Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear (Jan 31-Sept 6). Visitors will face common fears in a controlled and safe environment, and discover the scientific explanation behind some of the body's most dramatic responses.
10am-5pm. $12 adults, $10 seniors/ages 3-17 (members free). Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St. 602-716-2028 or azscience.org.
Healing Expressions (Jan 28-Apr 22). Display of artwork created by children in art therapy, who have been victims of abuse or suffered trauma in their lives. 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, noon-5pm Sun. Free. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Young@Art Gallery, 7380 E Second St, Scottsdale. 480-994-ARTS or smoca.org.
If Only My Child Could Have Better Focus and Learn to Study! (Feb 9). Learn techniques and strategies to help your child have positive and powerful study skills. Presented by Kling's Parent University. 9:30-11:30am. $50. Preregister. Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale. 602-329-3999 or karikling.com.
Info Session. Find out more about Arizona Virtual Academy, a tuition-free, K-12, online school. 10am (information for grades K-8). Free. Paradise Bakery, 7000 E Mayo Blvd, Scottsdale. 866-339-4949 or k12.com/az.
Javelinas: Knowing Our Neighbors (through Sept 2010). Hands-on activities and a lively collection of art showcases our relationship with these mischievous creatures. 9am-5pm Tues-Sat, noon-5pm Sun. $7 adults, $4 seniors/students, $3 ages 6-12, ages 5 & under free. Deer Valley Rock Art Center, 3711 W Deer Valley Rd. 623-582-8007 or dvrac.asu.edu.
Lights! Color! Action! (ongoing). Explore the relationship between color and light with hands-on activities and displays. 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm Sat, 1-5pm Sun, closed Mondays. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $6 ages 3-12, 2 & under free. Arizona Museum of Natural History, 53 N Macdonald, Mesa. 480-644-2230 or azmnh.org.
New Horizons (through Mar 2). More than 40 Valley high school students participate in this multi-media exhibit. 12:30-8:30pm Tues-Wed, 9:30am-8:30pm Thur, 12:30-5:30pm Sat, closed Sun & Mon. Free. Shemer Art Center and Museum, 5005 E Camelback Rd. 602-262-4727 or phoenix.gov/shemer.
Pattern Wizardry (through Apr 4). Hands-on object-based exhibit designed to allow children to investigate how patterns enrich their lives.
10am-4pm Tues-Sat, noon-4pm Sun, closed Mon. $6.50, under age 1 free. Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N Robson St, Mesa.
480-644-2467 or arizonamuseumforyouth.com.
Preschool Science: A Day at the Beach. Ages 3-4 (with an adult). Learn fun facts about sand, saltwater and sea creatures. 10-11:30am. $20/pair ($15 members). Preregister. Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St. 602-716-2028 or azscience.org.
Robots: The Interactive Exhibition (through Feb 28). Characters from the movie "Robots" will introduce visitors to the world of robotics with interactive games and hands-on exhibits. 10am-5pm. Included with admission: $17 adults, $15 seniors/ages 3-12, under 3 free; $2 members. Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St. 602-716-2000 or azscience.org.
Scared Safe: Don't Let Good-bye Be Forever (Tues Feb 9). A notMYkid presentation with guest speaker Beth Holloway. 8am breakfast or noon luncheon. $100/person. Paradise Valley Country Club, 7101 N Tatum Blvd, Scottsdale. 602-652-0163 or notmykid.org.
Therizinosaur: Mystery of the Sickle-Claw Dinosaur (ongoing). Exhibit includes fossil beds and a life-size Therizinosaur free-standing skeleton that is the first mounted interpretation of the animal's stance and posture. 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm Sat, 1-5pm Sun, closed Mondays. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $6 ages 3-12, 2 & under free.
Arizona Museum of Natural History, 53 N Macdonald, Mesa. 480-644-2230 or azmnh.org.
You Are the Artist: Spirit of the Studio (Jan 15-Apr 4). Features artwork from students at Fremont Junior High School. Exhibit is a collaboration between Mesa Public Schools and an area artist. 10am-4pm Tues-Sat, noon-4pm Sun, closed Mon. $6.50, under age 1 free.
Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N Robson St, Mesa. 480-644-2467 or arizonamuseumforyouth.com.
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on stage
Performances suitable for family audiences
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13 The Musical (Jan 29-Feb 13). A boy moves from New York to a small town and tries to make friends and survive the school year. Presented by Valley Youth Theatre. Call for times. $17-$33. Herberger Theater Center, 222 E Monroe. 602-252-8497 or vyt.com.
Annie Jr (Fri-Sat Feb 26-Mar 6). Musical following the spunky red-haired orphan as she searches for her parents. Performed by Copperstar Repetory Co. 7:30pm Fri, 2 & 7:30pm Sat. $12 adults, $10 students/seniors. Williams Field High School, 2076 S Higley Rd, Gilbert. 480-699-1655 or copperstarrep.org.
Auditions: Phoenix Boys Choir. Boys ages 7-14. There are three different levels of the choir: Training, Cadet and Town. Call to schedule a time. Phoenix Boys, Choir, 1131 E Missouri Ave. 602-264-5328 or phoenixboyschoir.org.
Between (Feb 5-7). A poetic play about the challenges of growing up, the relationships between adults and kids and the strength young people find and lend to those around them. Performed by CloPet Theatr. 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun. $10. Valley Youth Theatre, 525 N 1st St. 602-253-8188 x2.
Building Bridges Family Concert (Sat Feb 27). Features Grammy Award Winner Tom Chapin performing his family-focused songs and music. 2pm. $12 adults, $7 children. Higley Center for the Performing Arts, 4132 E Pecos Rd, Gilbert. 480-279-7194 or higleyarts.org.
Captain Louie (Fri-Sun Jan 29-Feb 7). Musical about a boy and his imaginary journey on the wings of his favorite toy plane. Presented by Stageworks. 7:30pm Fri, 2 & 4:30pm Sat, 2pm Sun. $15 adults, $14 children/students. Mesa Arts Center, Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse, 1 E Main St, Mesa. 480-644-6500 or mesaartscenter.com.
Cinderella (Fri-Sun Feb 5-21). Timeless enchantment from the Rodgers & Hammerstein classic. 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. $15 adults, $12 ages 17 & under. Fountain Hills Community Theater, 11445 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills. 480-837-9661 or fhct.org.
Competitive Improv Comedy (ongoing Fri-Sat). All ages. Interactive, spontaneous and family-friendly comedy show. 7:30-9:45pm. $12 adults, $10 students/seniors/children. National Comedy Theatre, 1111 S Longmore, Mesa. 602-374-5638 or nctphoenix.com.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Fri-Sun Feb 26-28). Dancing flatware, menacing wolves and singing furniture fill the stage in this beloved fairy tale. Performed by Christian Youth Theater. 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun. $12-$18. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa. 480-310-0367 or mesaartscenter.com.
Hotel Saguaro (Wed-Sun Feb 10-28). Meet Sammy Saguaro, his wise Grandpa and all their desert-dwelling friends. 10am Wed-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun. $8 adults, $6 children, under 2 free. Reservations recommended. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W Latham St. 602-262-2050 or azpuppets.org.
Jack, the Beans and More! (Wed-Sun Feb 3-7). Features guest artists Nappy's Puppets performing Jack and the Beanstalk as a four part mini-series. 10am Wed-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun. $8 adults, $6 children, under 2 free. Reservations recommended. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W Latham St. 602-262-2050 or azpuppets.org.
Mary Poppins (Tues-Sun Feb 11-28). Magical musical featuring the world's most famous nanny. 7:30pm Tues-Fri, 2 & 7:30pm Sat, 1 & 6:30pm Sun. $19.75-$130. ASU Gammage, campus of Arizona State University, Mill Ave & Apache Blvd, Tempe. 800-982-ARTS (2787) or ticketmaster.com.
Peter and the Wolf (Sat-Sun through Mar 13). Classic story of Peter, his grandfather, a duck, a cat, a bird, hunters and...a wolf! Presented by Childsplay, best suited for ages 3 & up. 10am & 2pm Sat, 1 & 4pm Sun. $25 adults, $20 children/students/seniors. Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe. 480-350-2822 or childsplayaz.org.
Peter Pan (Fri-Sun Feb 19-Mar 21). The story of the mischievous little boy who refuses to grow up. 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 1 & 3pm Sat-Sun. $15 adults ($12 advance), $12 children. Reservations recommended. Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, 4720 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-483-1664 or desertstages.com.
Red Grammer (Sat Feb 4). Grammy-nominated children's entertainer performs music from his new collection. 4pm. $18-$26, 1/2 price for ages 12 & under. Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N Arizona Ave, Chandler. 480-782-2680 or chandlercenter.org.
Shipwrecked (Jan 22-Feb 7). Adventure tale featuring a dog, a giant octopus, a crusty old sea captain and a magical sea turtle. Presented by Actors Theatre. Call for times and prices. Herberger Theater Center, 222 E Monroe St. 602-253-6701 x108 or actorstheatrephx.org.
Side by Side (Sun Feb 7). The Phoenix Symphony and Phoenix Youth Symphony perform together. 3pm. Free; but tickets are required for admission. Symphony Hall, 75 N 2nd St. 602-242-1077 or phoenixyouthsymphony.org.
Sister Moses: The Story of Harriet Tubman (Fri Feb 12). The story of a courageous woman's determination to free her people from slavery through the Underground Railroad. Presented by Desert Dance Theatre. 7:30pm. $15 adults, $12 seniors, $10 students. Higley Center for the Performing Arts, 4132 E Pecos Rd, Gilbert. 480-279-7190 or higleyarts.org.
The Band of the Irish Guards (Sat Feb 27). More than 85 performers incorporate centuries of musical ceremonial tradition from The Mounting of the Queen's Guard at Buckingham Palace to an Irish sing-a-long. Part of the Target World Music Festival presented by the Phoenix Symphony. 2:30pm (family concert) & 8pm. $10-$18 (family concert), $25-$45. Symphony Hall, 75 N 2nd St. 602-495-1999 or phoenixsymphony.org.
The Goats Gruff (Feb 11-28). Winner of EVCT's Aspiring
Playwriting Contest. Performed by East Valley Children's Theatre. Times vary. $10. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa. 480-644-6500 or evct.org.
The Sleeping Beauty (Feb 11-14). One of the
world's most beloved fairy-tales. Performed by Ballet Arizona with music by The Phoenix Symphony. 8pm Thur-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun. $15-$119. Symphony Hall, 75 N 2nd St. 602-381-1096 or balletaz.org.
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for parents only
Classes, events and support groups for parents
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Bright From the Start (Sun Feb 28). Dr Jill Stamm PhD author of Bright From the Start: The Simple, Science-Backed Way to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind From Birth to Age 3 discusses brain development in young children. 1pm. Free. Preregister. Moonbeams, 8787 N Scottsdale Rd #222, Scottsdale. 480-998-7878 or moonbeamsshop.com.
Create a Study Buddy Area in Your Home (Wed Feb 24). Learn fun and easy skills to create an area of your home for your child to study in. Presented by Kling's Parent University. 9:30-11:30am. $50. Preregister. Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale. 602-329-3999 or karikling.com.
If Only My Child Could Have Better Focus and Learn to Study! (Feb 9). Learn techniques and strategies to help your child have positive and powerful study skills. Presented by Kling's Parent University. 9:30-11:30am. $50. Preregister. Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale. 602-329-3999 or karikling.com.
Info Session. Find out more about Arizona Virtual Academy, a tuition-free, K-12, online school. 9am & 6pm (information for grades K-8). Free. 9am at Paradise Bakery, 21001 N Tatum Blvd; 6pm at It's a Grind Coffee Shop, 8386 W Thunderbird Rd, Peoria. 866-339-4949 or k12.com/az.
Navigating Through the Vaccination Schedule (Wed Feb 10). Dr Matthew Baral ND will share his knowledge, research and answer questions about vaccines. 6:30pm. Free. Preregister. Moonbeams, 8787 N Scottsdale Rd #222, Scottsdale. 480-998-7878 or moonbeamsshop.com.
Parenting in Tough Economic Times (Thur Feb 25). Learn techniques which will help your family through these challenging times. 6:30-8:30pm. Free. Preregister. Madison elementary Media Center, 849 S Sunnyvale, Mesa. 480-472-7278 or mpsaz.org/parentu.
Pre/Postnatal Yoga (Sun Feb 7, 14, 21 & 28). Prepare for the birth and help to alleviate pregnancy-related discomforts through gentle yoga poses and breathing exercises. Noon-1:15pm. $10 for first class. Zenergy Yoga (inside AZ on the Rocks), 16447 N 91st St #105, Scottsdale. 480-628-1453 or zenergyyoga.net.
Scared Safe: Don't Let Good-bye Be Forever (Tues Feb 9). A notMYkid presentation with guest speaker Beth Holloway. 8am breakfast or noon luncheon. $100/person. Paradise Valley Country Club, 7101 N Tatum Blvd, Scottsdale. 602-652-0163 or notmykid.org.
Small Talk About the BIG Issue of Bullying (Thur Feb 18). Mark Trombino (3'3" motivational speaker) knows firsthand what it is like to be bullied and shares strategies to rise above it. 6:30-8:30pm. Free. Preregister. Fremont Jr High School, 1001 N Power Rd, Mesa. 480-472-7278 or mpsaz.org/parentu.
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on exhibit
Museum and gallery exhibits for the whole family
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Geico Gecko Exhibit (Jan 16-Feb 28). Features giant day geckos, one of the largest of all geckos. 9am-5pm. Included in admission: $16 adults, $11 seniors, $7 ages 3-12. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N Galvin Pkwy. 602-273-1341 or phoenixzoo.org.
Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear (Jan 31-Sept 6). Visitors will face common fears in a controlled and safe environment, and discover the scientific explanation behind some of the body's most dramatic responses.
10am-5pm. $12 adults, $10 seniors/ages 3-17 (members free). Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St. 602-716-2028 or azscience.org.
Healing Expressions (Jan 28-Apr 22). Display of artwork created by children in art therapy, who have been victims of abuse or suffered trauma in their lives. 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, noon-5pm Sun. Free. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Young@Art Gallery, 7380 E Second St, Scottsdale. 480-994-ARTS or smoca.org.
Javelinas: Knowing Our Neighbors (through Sept 2010). Hands-on activities and a lively collection of art showcases our relationship with these mischievous creatures. 9am-5pm Tues-Sat, noon-5pm Sun. $7 adults, $4 seniors/students, $3 ages 6-12, ages 5 & under free. Deer Valley Rock Art Center, 3711 W Deer Valley Rd. 623-582-8007 or dvrac.asu.edu.
Lights! Color! Action! (ongoing). Explore the relationship between color and light with hands-on activities and displays. 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm Sat, 1-5pm Sun, closed Mondays. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $6 ages 3-12, 2 & under free. Arizona Museum of Natural History, 53 N Macdonald, Mesa. 480-644-2230 or azmnh.org.
New Horizons (through Mar 2). More than 40 Valley high school students participate in this multi-media exhibit. 12:30-8:30pm Tues-Wed, 9:30am-8:30pm Thur, 12:30-5:30pm Sat, closed Sun & Mon. Free. Shemer Art Center and Museum, 5005 E Camelback Rd. 602-262-4727 or phoenix.gov/shemer.
Pattern Wizardry (through Apr 4). Hands-on object-based exhibit designed to allow children to investigate how patterns enrich their lives.
10am-4pm Tues-Sat, noon-4pm Sun, closed Mon. $6.50, under age 1 free. Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N Robson St, Mesa.
480-644-2467 or arizonamuseumforyouth.com.
Play Ball: The Cactus League Experience (Feb 26-Nov 7). Celebrates more than 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona from barnstorming days before statehood to present day spring training season. 10am-4pm Tues-Sat, noon-4pm Sun, closed Mon. $6.50, under age 1 free. Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N Robson St, Mesa. 480-644-2467 or arizonamuseumforyouth.com.
Robots: The Interactive Exhibition (through Feb 28). Characters from the movie "Robots" will introduce visitors to the world of robotics with interactive games and hands-on exhibits. 10am-5pm. Included with admission: $17 adults, $15 seniors/ages 3-12, under 3 free; $2 members. Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St. 602-716-2000 or azscience.org.
Therizinosaur: Mystery of the Sickle-Claw Dinosaur (ongoing). Exhibit includes fossil beds and a life-size Therizinosaur free-standing skeleton that is the first mounted interpretation of the animal's stance and posture. 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm Sat, 1-5pm Sun, closed Mondays. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $6 ages 3-12, 2 & under free.
Arizona Museum of Natural History, 53 N Macdonald, Mesa. 480-644-2230 or azmnh.org.
You Are the Artist: Spirit of the Studio (Jan 15-Apr 4). Features artwork from students at Fremont Junior High School. Exhibit is a collaboration between Mesa Public Schools and an area artist. 10am-4pm Tues-Sat, noon-4pm Sun, closed Mon. $6.50, under age 1 free.
Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N Robson St, Mesa. 480-644-2467 or arizonamuseumforyouth.com.
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around arizona
Statewide events that offer lessons in Arizona culture and history
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Festival of the Arts (Wed-Sun Feb 10-14). Arizona's longest running art festival features the work of 170 artists, craft persons and musicians. 10am-5pm. Free; $6 parking. Tubac Village, exit 34 on I-19 south of Tucson. 520-398-2704 or tubacaz.com.
Gold Rush Days (Fri-Sun Feb 12-14). Western-themed events, rodeo, carnival, arts & crafts, parade, food and more. Times, locations and costs vary, some events are free. Wickenburg. 800-942-5242 or wickenburgchamber.com.
La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Celebration of the Cowboys) (Feb 20-28). One of the top 25 professional rodeos in North America. Times vary. $16-$24. Tucson Rodeo Grounds, 4823 S 6th Ave, Tucson. 800-964-5662 or tucsonrodeo.com.
Tucson Rodeo Parade (Thur Feb 25). The longest non-motorized parade in the country dates back to 1925. 9am. Free; grandstand seating prices vary. Parade route begins at Ajo and Park Aves, south to Irvington Rd, west to 6th Ave and then north to the Tucson Rodeo Grounds. 520-294-1280 or tucsonrodeoparade.com..
Winterfest Festival (Sat-Sun Feb 6-7). Street fair with hundreds of vendors, food, live entertainment and a youth talent contest. 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun. Free; fees for activities. Main St, Lake Havasu City. 928-855-4115 or golakehavasu.com.
Wuertz Farm's Gourd Festival (Fri-Sun Feb 5-7). More than 100 gourd artists and vendors, games, "gourdster" races, musicians, food and more. 9am-5pm Fri-Sat, 10am-3pm Sun. Free. Pinal County Fairgrounds, 512 S Eleven Mile Corner Rd, Casa Grande. 520-723-4432 or wuertzfarm.com.
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Central Phoenix iHoops Skills Challenge (Sat Feb 27). Ages 9-14. A timed half-court obstacle course where each player will be challenged in shooting, dribbling and passing. Each age bracket will have a local winner that may qualify to compete at a regional event and then the Finals in Orlando, Fla. Free. Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4040 N 14th St. 602-795-8176 or phxhoops.net.
Diamondbacks (July 3) vs Los Angeles. Game time 6:40pm. $5 & up. Chase Field, 401 E Jefferson St. 602-514-8400 or dbacks.com.
Phoenix Mercury (August 6) vs San Antonio. Game time 7pm. $10 & up. US Airways Center, 201 E Jefferson St 602-252-9622 or phoenixmercury.com.
Second tryout date for Arcadia Little League baseball or softball Ages 9-17. 8am. Ingleside Middle School arcadialittleleague.com.
Spirit of the Game (Sat Feb 20). All ages. See more than 20 favorite players from more than 13 pro teams, get autographs and hear about their personal and professional lives. Retired San Francisco Giants pitcher Dave Dravecky also will speak. 5-8pm. Free. Surprise Stadium, 15850 N Bullard Ave. 602-274-1988 or spirit-ofthe-game.com..
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