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The Magic of Music Books

Librarians from across Maricopa County Library District have put together recommendations of their favorite reads about music. Looking for more? Check out all your...

Giveaway: Win a family 4 pack of tickets to see the new movie Daddy Daughter Trip

A heart-warming family adventure/comedy, the film is live action mixed with animation. "Daddy Daughter Trip" is the story of a 2nd grader’s (Miranda Scarlett Schneider) dream of...

Childsplay Theatre’s 46th Season Celebrates Dreams Come True

Sponsored Content Childsplay Theatre, a pioneer in theatre for youth since 1977, returns to the theater with new plays and crowd favorites in its 46th...

Free Family Event: Ballet Under the Stars

Ballet Arizona’s annual tradition of Ballet Under the Stars returns September 8 through September 11 at four Valley locations. Bring chairs, blankets a picnic dinner and experience the...

Arizona Opera Hosts FREE Summer Family Day June 11

You and your family are invited for a fun afternoon of FREE entertainment mixed with a bit of performing arts education at Arizona Opera’s...

The Bad Guys Giveaway

Enter to win a family 4 pack of tickets to see the new action comedy from DreamWorks Animation, The Bad Guys.

10 outings for families during spring break

Staying in town over spring break? There are several ways to enjoy fun activities all over the Valley. Take some time to visit these...

Win a virtual viewing to HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA: TRANSFORMANIA

My family loves going to the movie theaters but now that we have 3 kids, two of which have a hard time sitting through...

Free Movie Screening at Landmark Theatre in Scottsdale Quarters

Calling all movie lovers! Looking for a free date night or movie outing with your older kids? Scottsdale Quarters is getting a new, luxury cinema...

Glasses for Colorblindness at Mesa and Tempe Art Centers

Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum and the Gallery at Tempe Center for the Arts have collaborated with EnChroma, a patented eyewear technology company that assists...

RAK crafts: portrait shadow boxes

Hello, artists! It’s that time of year again. Time to go back to school and get to know a new set of teachers and classmates....

Enter to win a blu-ray download of Boss Baby: Family Business

BOSS BABY: FAMILY BUSINESS  OWN IT ON DIGITAL AUGUST 31, 2021 How many Boss Babies can one family hold? He may be a big-shot moneyman...

Win tickets to Amazon original movie, Cinderella

Enter here to win tickets to the Amazon original, Cinderella--a musically-driven bold new take on the traditional story you grew up with.

Paw Patrol: The Movie giveaway

Enter to win a FREE Paramount+ code to watch the new Paw Patrol Movie!

Preschool art: Bubble wrap creates an undersea scene

Help preschoolers create ther own undersea landscapes using bubble wrap, paper plates, paint and a little imagination. A simple do-at-home art project.

MIM launches standards-based online learning collections for grades K-12

On Monday, Jan. 4, the Musical Instrument Museum will launch four standards-based video collections for Spring 2021, including three virtual field trips and one...

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...