by Karen Blue Phoenix Summer Entertainment Ideas Splash Pads - Splash pads offer a cooled off play area for the entire family. Here are some great spots for the kids to cool off: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd, Phoenix The Quad at Scottsdale Quarter, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills Tempe Marketplace (near Barnes & Noble), 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe Riverview Park, 2100 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa Fountain Park...

by Karen Blue Cactus League Spring Training Schedule February 20 – March 24, 2026 Cactus League Spring Training has more than 200 games scheduled at 10 stadiums throughout the Greater Phoenix area from Feb. 20 to March 24. Catch your favorite MLB players all month long at an affordable price. For tickets and more information: visitphoenix.com/events/sports-events/cactus-league-spring-training/cactus-league-spring-training-schedule/ 31 st Annual Spring Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival...

by Karen Blue No Burn Days When air pollution levels are on the rise and weather conditions create dry, stagnant conditions, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department will issue a No Burn Day. Restrictions last for a 24-hour period, starting at midnight, and include a ban on wood burning activity including fireplaces, fire pits, and open outdoor fires. The purpose of the No Burn Day restriction is to avoid adding pollution to our air when the forecast suggests air quality will approach or...

by Karen Blue Just a reminder, bulk trash is now collected by appointment only! With appointment-based bulk trash, customers have the freedom to schedule bulk trash pickup based on when they need it. Residents can schedule a bulk trash pickup through an online portal, which will offer available collection dates based on the customer’s address. Upon selecting a date, customers will receive an email confirmation and may place their bulk items at the edge of their property no more than 7 days...

by Karen Blue Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo November 26, 2025 – January 16, 2026 Whether you visit ZooLights every year, or you’re starting a brand-new family tradition, the Phoenix Zoo has everything you need to celebrate the season. Embrace the holiday spirit as more than four million twinkling lights transform the Phoenix Zoo into a winter wonderland with over two miles of glimmering tree-lined trails, dozens of life-like animal lanterns and the tallest floating tree in North America,...

by Karen Blue Costco pharmacy now carries pet medicines. The Costco Member Prescription Program offers Costco members opportunities to obtain lower prices on many popular pet medications at Costco Warehouse pharmacies including Apoquel, Bravecto, Heartgard, Vetmedin, and many more. For more information: Costco.com/pet-medications.html . The Musical Instrument Museum (Phoenix, AZ) will be hosting a new special exhibition opening November 7, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Experience the enduring...

by Karen Blue Just a reminder, bulk trash is now collected by appointment only! With appointment-based bulk trash, customers have the freedom to schedule bulk trash pickup based on when they need it. Residents can schedule a bulk trash pickup through an online portal, which will offer available collection dates based on the customer’s address. Upon selecting a date, customers will receive an email confirmation and may place their bulk items at the edge of their property no more than 7 days...

by Karen Blue MCDOWELL SONORAN CONSERVANCY EVENTS Now through December 31, 2025 Discover Scottsdale's natural treasure at McDowell...

By Karen Blue When air pollution levels are on the rise and weather conditions create dry, stagnant conditions, the Maricopa County Air...

by Karen Blue Just a reminder, bulk trash is now collected by appointment only! Residents will schedule a bulk trash pickup through an...

by Karen Blue Since September 30, 2024 bulk trash has been collected by appointment only. • With appointment-based bulk trash, customers...

By Karen Blue Copper State Beer Festival January 18, 2025 (Saturday) 12-5 pm Riverview Park, 2100 West Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa, AZ 85201...