Moms

Raise your hand if you missed the spring-cleaning memo? Yep, me too.

Now that school’s out, I’m bracing myself for summer… getting things in order to keep the kids stimulated (in an organized manner). 

Here are 6 easy DIY ways to get your house summer ready.  

Store School Assignments

Invest in a big filing container and designate folders per grade. Pick the year’s favorite most noteworthy items you want to save- essays, awards, report...

Say hello to June with a weekend (May 31 to June 2) drenched in new experiences, thanks to the opening of Crayola Experience Chandler, the kick-off of Desert Botanical Garden's adored Flashlight Tours and the warm welcome of Mighty Mike to OdySea Aquarium.

Friday

Crayola Experience Chandler

Arizona’s newest and most colorful family attraction, Crayola Experience Chandler, has opened its...

It’s no secret that Arizona temps can get pretty high during the summer months. While the heat might feel unbearable, that doesn’t mean we should be forced to retreat to our air-conditioned homes and hide away until we see glimpses of fall.

Fortunately, the Valley is a haven for refreshing places to escape and stay cool, with splash pads and waterparks galore that allow us to get outside and enjoy quality time with friends and family. We’ve rounded up a few of the very best splash pads and waterparks from around the Valley that you can enjoy with your own kiddos this summer.

Savor the last few weekends before the triple-temps come into play with a family road trip, an alfresco (free!) concert, a fun casting call for the kids and perhaps some sun-soaked fun at your favorite waterpark during the weekend of May 17 to May 19.

 Friday:

Spring Arizona Restaurant Week

From Friday, May 17, through Sunday, May 26, participating restaurants around the Valley offer guests dining specials and menus apart from their usual bill of fare during Spring...