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Animal Tails Animal Tails,10 a.m. Changing Hands Bookstore. An expert from the Phoenix Zoo discusses amazing animals, reads stories and shares a few critter encounters. All ages. Free. 6428 S. McClintock Dr., Tempe. 480-730-0205.


Global Village 8th Annual Gilbert Global Village Festival, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Gilbert North Civic Center. This multi-cultural celebration features a parade of nations, music, dance, arts and crafts, food and sports representing various cultures, two stages of performances, hands-on activities and demonstrations. Free. 50 E. Civic Center Dr., Gilbert. 480-503-6224, www.gilbertaz.gov.


Living History Arizona's Living History Museum Visit, 1-4 p.m.; repeats every 30 minutes. Southeast Regional Library. Interactive demonstrations by artisans, performers and costumed historians that includes original artifacts, period replicas, 1800s games, period dances and more. Learn about Arizona's history and diverse cul- tures. Free. 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, www.mcldaz.org.


21-22 Monster Trucks 14th Annual NAPA Auto Parts Monster Truck Nationals with Robosaurus, call for


times, Firebird International Raceway. See 20-foot flames spew from a 40-foot-tall, 30-ton mechanical mon- strosity called Robosaurus, as well as Monster Truck legends and jet cars that race at speeds approaching 300 mph. All ages. Call for ticket prices. 20000 Maricopa Rd. off I-10, Chandler. 602-268-0200, www.firebirdraceway.com.


23 LEGO Club LEGO Club, 4 p.m. Basha Library. The library supplies the LEGOs and kids supply the imagination to engineer creations. Ages 6-11. Free. 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2850, www.chandlerlibrary.org.


25 Tunnels & Tunes Tunnels, Tykes & Tunes, 9-11 a.m. Tumbleweed Recreation Center. Ages 5 and younger with an adult enjoy tunnel play and music. $2-$3. 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2900, www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.


27 Music Night Community Music Night, 6:30 p.m. Changing Hands Bookstore. Local musicians share 10 acts representing a variety of styles appropriate for all ages. Free. 6428 S. McClintock Dr., Tempe. 480-730-0205.


Astronomy Astronomy Open House, 8-10 p.m. Arizona State University’s Tempe cam- pus. This is a great opportunity for kids to learn about the stars from experts and look through professional telescopes. Families also enjoy displays, demonstra- tions and other astronomy related activi- ties. Ages 4 and older. Free. ASU is on the southwest corner of University Drive and McAllister Avenue in Tempe. Park for free in Structure 2 at McAllister Ave. and Tyler St. Walk to the H Wing of the Bateman Physical Sciences Center, fifth floor and roof. 480-965-0665, 480-965-5081, astopenhouse@gmail.com, www.astopenhouse.com.


28 Rhythm & Rhyme Rhythm & Rhyme Time, 11:30 a.m. Chandler Sunset Library. Clap, stomp and dance to the beat with music, bells, beanbags and more. Ages 5 and younger. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800, www.chandlerlibrary.org.


“Jack Rabbit” “Jack Rabbit and the Desert Tortoise,” 10 a.m. or 2 p.m., Higley Center for the Performing Arts. The Great Arizona Puppet Theater performs this fun puppet show, which puts a desert twist on a classic tale. All ages. $7-$10. 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert. 480-279-7190, www.higleyarts.org.


Ka-POW! Ka-POW! Superhero Adventure Run, 8:15 a.m.-noon. Freestone Park. This family-friendly costumed run offering fun, challenging obstacles is sponsored by Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. Wear superhero costumes while participating in the 1-mile “Wolverine” Adventure Run or 2.4-mile “Superman” Adventure Run. Afterward, visit “Gotham City,” which offers awards, DJ music, refreshments, inflatable activities and the Flash Dash Run. Fees: $15 for all ages for both the “Wolverine” and “Superman” runs. Runners ages 7 and younger must be with a registered parent at all times. Some obstacles aren't recommended for children younger than 5. Must preregister by April 19 by visiting www.gilbertrecreation.com, using Registration Code 66090, or by dropping off a registration form or mailing one to Gilbert Community Services, 90 E. Civic Center Dr., Gilbert, AZ 85296. The park is at 1045 E. Juniper Rd., Gilbert. 480-503-6200, www.gilbertaz.gov/events.


29 Breakfast & Bighorns Breakfast with Bighorn Buttes, 8-9 a.m. Phoenix Zoo. Parents and their children ages 2-5 join the staff for breakfast and a lesson on how bighorn sheep use their horns, navigate their habitats and more. $25-$45. Preregistration required: 602-914-4333. 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. www.phoenixzoo.org.


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