Valentine’s on a Budget

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. It always sneaks up on me and comes so fast after Christmas.  Why is that?  It’s the same time every year, but it just comes so fast. My family doesn’t go all out for this holiday, but we do acknowledge it and do a little something special for each other. […]

Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs

Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs have invaded Phoenix.  They have taken over the Arizona Science Center until January 21, 2013.  You won’t want to miss this exhibit. Visit the exhibit to “explore the largest touring collection of dinosaur skeletons and robotics while following the evolutionary course of these super-giants. Titans up to 70 feet long and 24 […]

North Pole Experience

I recently had the opportunity to visit Santa’s Workshop and the North Pole Experience in Flagstaff. It moved from Greer to Flagstaff this year which will be great for those of us in the Valley. My family actually attended last year in Greer too (at our own cost), so I’m able to easily compare the […]

Imagination Movers Review

  Last week, I took the kids to the Imagination Movers show here in Phoenix. Honestly, I was a little upset that the show was at 4pm in the afternoon.  It was hard to get there in time, but we made it!  With 5 minutes to spare!  The kids were pumped for the show and […]

Explore the Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium! {$3 off coupon}

First opened in 1984, the Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium features 66 developed acres with hundreds of animal exhibits, 5 ride attractions, 3 retail shops and several dining options.  As home to Arizona’s largest collection of wild animals, Wildlife World displays over 600 different species with more than 6,000 individual specimens.  Popular attractions include: a […]

Upcoming Fall Farm Festivals

Tolmachoff Farms – Glendale, AZ    $1 Off Coupon Link Check out EVMG’s review from last year’s visit! Make this fall season  unforgettable, come on over to Tolmachoff  Farms and experience the ultimate holiday outing where there is something for the whole family:  6 acre family corn  maze with a scarecrow theme (search for pieces of […]

Cool Off at the San Tan Village Splash Pad

The dog days of summer are here, and the start of school is still off in the distance. Do you have a handful of bored kids at home who want to get out during the day, but need to find a way to beat the heat? I’ve fallen in love with the splash pad at […]

“Fire in the Sky” – Gilbert Fourth of July Event

Central Christian Church will be lighting up the Gilbert skies for the Fourth of July with this year’s annual “Fire in the Sky” event.  This is not just a few sparklers and bottle rockets, but a full-blown display to dazzle the senses and celebrate our Independence Day. As we celebrate our nation, we are always mindful of […]

Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey DRAGONS Review

  My family and I got a chance to see the circus opening night, last Wednesday.  I was expecting it to be pretty much the same acts as all the other Ringling Bros & Barnum and Bailey circuses.  Yes, it had a lot of the traditional circus acts, but there were some great new acts […]

Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Summer Fun

Hilton Tucson El Conquistador is offering guests a fun and educational summer getaway with the “Edutainment” event series. Held throughout the summer weekends – June 9 thought September 3, 2012 – these exciting and enlightening activities will create lasting memories for the whole family. “Edutainment” offerings include Native American story telling, desert discovery tours, visits […]