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SanTan Family Fun Arrives! Pick it up the first Saturday of each month in the center spread of the SanTan Sun News to plan your month.
Butterfly Bash, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Veterans Oasis Park. Celebrate Monarch butterflies with games, crafts and guided tours. All ages. Free. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2890,
www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 KidTalk, 1 p.m. Chandler Sunset Library. Teen tutors help kids in grades K-12 improve their English grammar, reading and speaking skills. Tutors primarily speak English, Spanish and Chinese. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800,
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31 Pumpkin & Chili Party, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thu. and Sun., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri. and Sat. Schnepf Farms. Check out the 10-acre “Celebrity” maize, the Pumpkin Launch and Hillbilly Bob’s Pig Races. Ride Arizona’s only gravity roller coaster, the honeybee ride, the Spooky Train Ride, hayrides or slide down the giant Witch Mountain slide. Catch the Rocket’s K-9 Comets Frisbee Dog Stars at 12:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. on Thu. and Fri. or 12:30, 3:30 and 7 p.m. on Sat. and Sun. Live entertainment, a rock climbing wall, Lil’ Farmers Play Yard, SRP Earthwise interactive experience, bon fires with marshmallow roasting, food and craft making add to the fun. Fireworks are featured on select evenings. Don’t forget to grab a bowl of chili and pick a pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch before you leave. Admission: $15 ea. with $2 discount tickets available at Fry’s, free ages 2 and younger; additional cost for pumpkins, food, craft- making, train rides and some attractions. Visit the website for additional discounts. 22601 E. Cloud Rd., Queen Creek. 480-987-3100,
www.schnepffarms.com.
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Pet Therapy, 1-2:30 p.m. Southeast Regional Library. Gabriel’s Angels provide information about becoming a pet therapy team or volunteering for the organization. All ages. Free. 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000,
www.mcldaz.org.
5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Tumbleweed Tots, 9-11 a.m. Tumbleweed Recreation Center. Children ages 5 and younger with an adult enjoy a safe play space with toys, equipment and activities. $2 to $3 per day. 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. Info: 480-782-2900, Registration: 480-782-2641,
www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.
5, 12, 19, 26 Pre-K Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Perry Branch Library. Preschoolers have fun with flannel board rhymes, dancing, songs, shakers, bubbles, parachute play and age-appropriate books. Ages 3-5 with a parent. Free. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000,
www.mcldaz.org.
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Rhythm & Rhyme Music Time, 11:30 a.m. Chandler Sunset Library. Clap, stomp, and dance to the beat with music, bells, beanbags and more. Ages 3-5. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800,
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
Lego Club, 3:30 p.m. Chandler Sunset Library. The library supplies the Legos and kids supply the imagination to engineer creations. Ages 5-12. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800,
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
6, 13, 20, 27 Family Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tumbleweed Recreation Center. Enjoy themed recreational activities and entertainment each week: Bubble Blast Oct. 6, On the Farm Oct. 12, JumpStartKids Fitness on Oct. 20, Halloween Carnival Oct. 27. All ages. $2-$4. 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2900,
www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.
6, 13, 20, 27 Wiggle Worms, 10:30 or 11:15 a.m. Perry Branch Library. Tots have fun with flannel board rhymes, songs, shakers, bubbles, parachute play and age- appropriate books. Ages 18 months-3 years with a parent. Free. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000,
www.mcldaz.org.
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Kriti Bollywood Dancers, 11 a.m., Downtown Chandler Library. The dancers provide an entertaining, contemporary cultural and musical experience for families. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler.
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
7, 14, 21, 28 Baby Time, 10:30 a.m. Perry Branch Library. Introduce baby to books, songs and fingerplays. Ages newborn-20 months. Free. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000,
www.mcldaz.org.
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Polymer Clay for Kids with Laurie Fagen, 4 to 5:30 p.m., Jerry’s Artarama Play with soft polymer and create miniature food, beads and other objects. Includes use of tools. All ages. $20 plus supply list. 4421 S. Rural Rd, Suite 1-3,Tempe. 480-775-6787,
www.tempe.jerrysartaramastores. com/workshops,
www.ArtOnlineAZ.com.
PJ’s & Eggs, 5 p.m. to close, Liberty Market. Celebrates World Egg Day by wearing pajamas and bringing in a new pair of jammies to donate to Arizona Children’s Association. Participants receive a coupon for a free dozen Hickman’s eggs and entered in a drawing gift certificates. A percentage of proceeds from restaurant tabs is donated to AzCA. All ages. 230 N. Gilbert Rd. in Gilbert.
www.hickmaneggs.com.
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Gilbert’s Youth Fishing Day, 8 a.m.-noon, Water Ranch Lake at the Riparian Preserve. Children don’t need an urban fishing license during the event. Plus, they can win cool prizes. The free event is a collaborative between the Town of Gilbert and the Arizona Game & Fish Department. Located on the Southeast corner of Guadalupe & Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 480-503-6744,
www.riparianinstitute.org.
Theatre Workshops, East Valley Children’s Theatre: On Camera Training, 9-11 a.m.; Film and Commercial Basics, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Ages 5-11. $25 each or $35 for both. Preregistration required. 4830 E. Main St., Mesa. 480-756-3828,
www.evct.org.
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Railfair 2010 10 a.m.-5 p.m., McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. Highlights include model train displays and exhibits, moonwalks and more. Take a free tour through the Roald Amundsen Pullman car, a former presidential car. Seldom-seen railroad equipment will be on display, too. All ages. Free admission; $1-$2 rides with children younger than 3 riding free with a paid adult. 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale. 480-312-2312,
www.therailroad.com.
10, 16, 24 Bird Walk, 8:30 a.m. Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 45 minutes east of Mesa on US-60 near Milepost 223.
Learn to identify colorful birds and exotic migrants, such as Northern Cardinals and Spotted Towhees. Bring binoculars and water. All ages. $7.50 ages 13 and older, $3 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger. 520-689-2811,
http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu.
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Family Movie Night, 4-6 p.m. Southeast Regional Library. Watch a popular animated children’s film. All ages. Free. 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000,
www.mcldaz.org.
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Bubble Blast, 9-11 a.m. Tumbleweed Recreation Center’s outdoor courtyard. This soap- filled morning offers fun with bubble wands and machines in a safe atmosphere. Ages 5 and younger with an adult; max of four children per adult. Program is subject to cancellation with inclement weather. $2-$3. 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2900,
www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.
Storybook Kitchen, 3 p.m. Chandler Sunset Library. Cynthia Grioux shares stories and teaches tweens how to make pumpkin trifle. Ages 8-12. Free. Preregistration required.4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800,
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
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Sonoran Sunset Series, 6-7 p.m. Veterans Oasis Park. Experience an evening of entertainment under the desert moon in the outdoor amphitheater. S’mores and hot beverages are available for a small fee. Today’s theme is Halloween with a “spooktacular” performance by The Encore Quartet. Listen to the “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” and the “Ghostbusters” theme. Musical instruments are provided so participants can engage in this educational show. Costumes encouraged. All ages. Free admission. Located on the northeast corner of Chandler Heights and Lindsay roads in southeast Chandler. 480-782-2890,
www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.
Chandler Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Chandler Center for the Arts Families enjoy a free symphony performance. 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 480-895-8766.
www.chandlersymphony.org.
Concert, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Freestone Park. Listen to the music of The Brazen Heads, an energetic Celtic Rock band, under the stars. All ages. Free. 1045 E. Juniper Rd., Gilbert. 480-503-6200.
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Chandler Day of Play, 7 a.m. registration for runs, 8 a.m.-noon event, Tumbleweed Park. Family- friendly fun run and walk, and a wellness expo. While learning about physical fitness, enjoy visits from Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants, 101.5 and hip-hop star Eric James Live. Meet the Sun’s Gorilla, Baxter and Howler. There will also be five Disney inflatables, health demonstrations, rock climbing wall, food, two stages of entertainment and 60-plus booths. All ages. Free admission; ages 13 and older $20-$30 for 5K run, ages 12 and younger free for 5K.; free for 1-mile Family Fun Run and Walk; $8 T-shirts available. 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. 602-996-6300,
www.shapeupus.org.
Fall Rhythm Fest, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Tumbleweed Park. An evening of music and family fun. Performers include the K.C. Blues Band at 5:45 p.m. and the Big Zephyr at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks blaze at 9 p.m. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Refreshments and interactive games available. All ages. Free admission. 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2735,
www.chandleraz.gov/special-events.
Music Class #2, 2-4 p.m. Gangplank. Participants learn how music affects emotion by listening to a variety of musical genres and discussing how each makes them feel and how the musicians created those emotions. The end result is an art piece created from listening to a piece of music. Ages 7 and older. Free. 260 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 877-426-4755,
www.gangplankhq.com/events.
Kids Rock Stars Family Fitness Event, 9-11 a.m., Tempe Marketplace. The V-Knights, a blues band comprised of three tweens from Chandler, perform rock hits. Other highlights include visits with the Arizona Diamondbacks’ mascot, Baxter, demonstrations from Phoenix Fire Department and face painting. ASU Track and Field is providing a running track, and the YMCA will demonstrate family fitness activities. All ages, with fitness activities geared for ages 6-12. Free. 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe. 602-546-3351.
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Monsters!, 11:30 a.m. Chandler Sunset Library. Listen to monster stories and make a monstrous craft. Ages 3-5. Free. Preregistration required. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800,
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
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Aqua Explorers: Parent/Child Splash & Swim, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Gold Medal Swim School. Supervised open swim time introduces kids to the joys of safe water exploration and discovery. Ages 6 and younger with an adult; tots younger than 3 must wear a washable, reusable swim diaper available in the swim shop (no disposables permitted). Free. Preregistration required. 6909 W. Ray Rd., Suite 27, Chandler. 480-961-SWIM,
www.goldmedalswimschool.com.
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The Great Pumpkin Festival, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Desert Botanical Garden. Take a hayride out to the pumpkin patch where children ages 12 and younger can select a pumpkin for free. Get lost in the Amazing Hay Bale Maze, visit with animals in the petting zoo and enjoy lively country western music. Face painting, balloon artistry, pumpkin decorating and carving demonstrations, and a Fall Harvest Market round out the event. Free with admission: $5-$15, free ages 2 and younger. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 480-941-1225,
www.dbg.org.
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Adopt A Pet, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Southeast Regional Library parking lot. The Maricopa County Animal Care and Control’s Mobile Adoption Bus visits for onsite adoptions. Friendly dogs and cats are spayed or neutered and have all their initial vaccinations. Dogs come with a license. All ages. Free admission. 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000,
www.mcldaz.org.
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Super Chevy Show, gates open at 5 p.m. today, 9 a.m. on Oct. 23 and 24 with racing throughout the day, Firebird International Raceway. Watch the high-powered Chevy race, the Nitro Coupe Challenge, Ground Pounding Nitro Couples, Nitro Nostalgia Funny Cars and Jet Cars events. A classic Chevy show is available, too. Ages 6 and older. $10 adults, $5 tribal members, free ages 12 and younger on Fri.; $25-$33 adults, $13-$17 tribal members, $8 ages 12 and younger reserved seating, free ages 12 and younger general seating on Oct. 23 and 24. 20000 Maricopa Rd. (off I-10), Chandler. 602-268-0200,
www.firebirdraceway.com.
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Arboretum, located 45 minutes east of Mesa on US-60 near Milepost 223. Learn to identify colorful butterfly species like Pipevine Swallowtails and the colorful blue-black butterflies that are dependent on Watson’s Dutchman’s Pipe plants found onsite. Bring binoculars if you have them. All ages. $7.50 ages 13 and older, $3 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger. 520-689-2811,
http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu.
2010 Chandler Health Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church Community Center. Children receive free vision exams, dental exams and more. All ages. 2716 N. Dobson Rd., Chandler. 480-899-4611,
www.azhealthfairs.com.
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Boo! at the Zoo, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Phoenix Zoo. Kids explore Harmony Farm’s Fall Festival, play Pin the Tail on the Pumpkin, bean bag toss and more. Watch elephants, tortoises, monkeys and other animals snack on pumpkins throughout the complex, and bring a camera for snapshots of children in the Pumpkin Patch. Free with admission: $9-$18, free ages 2 and younger. Ideal for ages 7 and younger. 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 602-273-1341,
www.phoenixzoo.org.
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Naturalist Discovery Hike, 4-6 p.m. South Mountain Park. Take an easy, guided 2.2-mile trek down Pima Wash, returning via Beverly Canyon Trail. Learn about resident birds, trees and plants. Limited binoculars, snacks and handouts provided; bring water and wear closed-toed shoes. All ages who can go the distance. $5-$8. Preregistration required. Meet at the Pima Canyon West Ramada, off 9904 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 602-495-0222.
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Bikes, Bounce & Boogie, 9-11 a.m. Tumbleweed Recreation Center’s outdoor courtyard. Enjoy a fun-filled morning of bikes, tricycles, pedal push cars, a bounce house and music. Ages 5 and younger with an adult; max of four children per adult. Program is subject to cancellation with inclement weather. $2-$3. 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2900,
www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.
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Build ‘n’ Play, 10:15 a.m. Chandler Sunset Library. The library supplies the DUPLO blocks and children ages 3-5 supply the imagination to engineer creations. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800,
www.chandlerlibrary.org.
Munchkin Monster Bash, all-day Play Factory. Dress in a Halloween costume for a 10 a.m. parade. Then, for safety reasons, change into regular clothes to jump, bounce and play on inflatable bounces, slides, a giant climbing structure and more. There is also a relaxing family lounge with large-screen televisions, computers, Wi-Fi and in-house cafe. Ages 1-5; socks are required. Admission is $4.50, which is half the regular price. 4180 S. Arizona Ave., Suite 3, Chandler. 480-883-1502,
www.playfactoryparty.com.
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EVCT Audition. 5 p.m. for ages 8-11, 7 p.m. for ages 12-18. Try out for a part in “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at East Valley Children’s Theatre. Expect to cold read from script. Bring a photo of yourself. Free. Preregistration required. 4830 E. Main St., Mesa. 480-756-3828,
www.evct.org.
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Spooky Species, 4-6 p.m. Oct. 28, 10 a.m.- noon Oct. 30; Chandler Environmental Education Center. Children decorate and deconstruct harvest pumpkins, while learning mindful ways to utilize every part of the gourd. Pumpkins provided. All
Free Pancakes, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Valleywide IHOP restaurants. Children dressed in costume receive free create-your-own scary face pancakes at participating IHOP restaurants. Ages 12 and younger. Visit
www.ihop.com for nearest location.
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Howl-O-Ween, 6:30-11 p.m. Phoenix Zoo. Keep an eye out for the headless horseman, dodge firing cannons and escape from the Dungeon of Terror. Dare to explore the Freakhouse Funshow, and try to find a way through the dark, frightening Monster Maze. Join a real paranormal investigation in Sounds of the Dead. There will be trick-or- treating, DJ music and animal encounters, too. Ages 8 and older. $6-$8. 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 602-273-1341,
www.phoenixzoo.org.
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Spooky Species, 11 a.m. Chandler Environmental Education Center. Children get up close to live animals – creepy crawlies and spooky species – that represent the Halloween season. Program concludes with a lesson in wildlife rescue and conservation. All ages. $6-$9; ages 5 and younger are free. Preregistration required for ages 6 and older. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2890.
Halloween Family Fest, 6-9 p.m. Gangplank. Kids enjoy superheroes, a youth obstacle course, haunted house, pumpkin painting, games and more. Ages 5 and older. Free. 260 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 877-426-4755,
http://gangplankhq.com/events.
Gilbert Family Halloween Carnival, 5-9 p.m. Freestone Park Ballfield Complex. Visit Frankenstein’s Fishing Hole, play Ghost Bingo, try pumpkin bowling and decorate pumpkins. Other highlights include inflatable bounce houses and slides, live entertainment, games, vendor booths and refreshments. Admission: $4 ages 4 and older, free ages 3 and younger; fee for some activities and food. Visit
www.ci.gilbert.az.us/parks for details on discounts. 1015 S. Juniper, Gilbert. 480-503-6200.
Town of Queen Creek Trunk-or-Treat, 5-9 p.m. Desert Mountain Park. Enjoy a safe evening of trick-or-treating in a festival atmosphere. Costumed children trick-or-treat by going from car trunk to car trunk. Individuals and groups can sign up to host and decorate a trunk, and the Town of Queen Creek provides the candy for the event. 22201 S. Hawes Rd., Queen Creek. 480-358-3000,
www.queencreek.org.
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Dia de los Muertos Celebration 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Oct. 30, noon-5 p.m. Oct. 31, Mesa Arts Center. This community event honors the memory of departed loved ones. Highlights include a community alter, live music, performances, food and a Mercado. There are also children’s activities and arts and crafts. All ages. Free. 1 E. Main St., Mesa. 480-644-6500,
www.mesaartscenter.com.
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ages. $11-$14; ages 5 and younger are free. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2890.
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Howlin’ Halloween Spooktacular, 5:30- 8:30 p.m. Chandler Downtown Library Courtyard. Costumed ghosts, goblins, princesses, superheroes and other characters are invited to enter the costume contest and parade to vie for the best costume designation in the following categories: scariest, superhero, cartoon character, princess and best group or family. The evening offers food, games, arts and crafts, souvenir photos and a haunted house. Free admission. 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler. 480-782-2727,
www.chandleraz.gov/special-events.
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