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Since 1953, Camp Grace has been the premier location for summer youth camps.

AZ on the Rocks encouraging kids to reach for new heights

Let’s face it: kids have a lot of energy. Maybe you even have a child that you’re constantly telling to stop climbing the furniture...

Virtual gala to benefit summer camp for kids with spina bifida

Camp Patrick is hosting an April 22 virtual fundraiser to help support its all-volunteer, overnight summer camp for kids with spina bifida. The 6:30...

Camps do the “pandemic pivot” for Summer 2020

Virtual options abound, and camps that are offering on-site programs have made some big changes in how they will operate. Here is an update...

Children’s Museum of Phoenix takes summer camps virtual with Camp in a Box

The Children’s Museum of Phoenix will offer a virtual camp experience this summer with Camp in a Box, designed for children ages 4-10. The summer-camp-at-home...

Summer camp directors ponder different scenarios for 2020 programs

Summer camp directors have put a lot of creative problem solving and thoughtful reflection into planning — and Plan Bs — for the upcoming summer months.

Pandemic Parenting Poll results show extent of the summer camp uncertainty

The pandemic has brought tough choices for parents. Will we send our kids to summer camp? Keep them home? Our poll show the exent of the indecision.

Wrap up summer planning in one day at Camp Fair AZ!

Camp Fair AZ is a fun place to discover a variety of programs available locally and around the country. It takes place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29 — Leap Day — at Ability 360 Sports & Fitness Center, 5031 W. Washington St. in Phoenix. 

Learn to camp as a family during AZ Family Campout Program weekends

Have you thought about taking the family camping but didn’t feel confident in your wilderness skills — or your kids' attention spans for roughing...

5 ways to celebrate Frank Lloyd Wright’s birthday on June 8

Frank Lloyd Wright --- arguably America's greatest architect, who spent many years in Arizona --- would have turned 152 on Saturday, June 8. Wright...

My summer “sacrifice” — sending triplets to sleepaway camp

We drive along a winding road, finally approaching scenes that feel familiar. Until now, we have seen them only on colorful brochures and website...

Camp O’Connor offers free civics summer camp to middle schoolers

Kids entering seventh or eighth grades this fall have an opportunity to attend a free, one-week summer camp focusing on civics and leadership. The nonprofit...

Children’s Museum of Phoenix celebrates 10 years of hands-on play

It’s been a decade since the Children’s Museum of Phoenix opened its doors in the former Monroe School in downtown Phoenix, offering hands-on play,...

Kids venues offer daycare options and discounts as teacher walkout continues

Parents who need childcare during the statewide teachers walkout have options as places like the Arizona Science Center and Children's Museum of Phoenix are stepping...

My Day at Camp: Putting the pedal to the metal at Octane Raceway’s summer day camp

I never thought my third and final “My Day at Camp” assignment of the summer would end with me fighting zombies. But that’s exactly what...

My Day at Camp: Getting a rock-star makeover at Girly Girlz in Scottsdale

Girly Girlz Tea & Trinkets in Scottsdale is absolutely filled to the brim with all things girly, glam and glitzy. The baby pink walls...

Party Articles

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated...