Black History Month: Most Influential Figures Throughout History

Children's Museum of Phoenix - 215 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85034

Everyday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Visit Star Bar on the 2nd floor to read and learn more about prominent African Americans and Black people and their contributions, both past and present, in celebration of Black History Month

Admission is $17 per person. It's free for members and those under age 1.

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Luminous: The Art of Light

i.d.e.a. Museum, 150 W Pepper Pl, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

Tuesday - Saturday at 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Sundays from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Closed on Mondays

Designed for visitors of all ages, “Luminous: The Art of Light” invites families and guests to play, learn, and unleash their creativity in a captivating and enchanting world of light. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious explorer, this extraordinary exhibition promises wonder, discovery, and the sheer joy of artistic illumination. Interactive art-making and art-viewing experiences will allow guests and families to deepen their understanding of how light shapes the world around us. 

Admission is $9 per person. It's free for members and those under age 1.

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Kids Day at the Market 

Dr. A. J. Chandler Park, 3 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, USA

Saturday, Feb 3, 2024  9am - 11am

Get up, get out, and play during Kids Day at the Downtown Chandler Farmers Market! On the first Saturday of the month, children of all ages can revel in free family fun.  Enjoy Stories at the Market from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in the Courtyard next to Crust Simply Italian. Each month the Chandler Public Library will bring new and exciting tales to the Market. Everyone is invited to come and play alongside Chandler Parks & Recreation from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.  Kids will enjoy life-sized games and exciting activities in Dr. A.J. Chandler Park West.

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Western Week at the Library

Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA

Times and Hours Vary

The library celebrates Western Week with daily Western-themed storytime events, western-themed books on display and Western-themed DIY activities. There is no registration required. 

For more details, click here.

Free Art Friday at Edna Vihel Center

Edna Vihel Center, 3340 S. Rural Road, Tempe.

Friday, February 23, 2024 at 9 a.m- 11 a.m. 

Free Art Friday is an interactive art series that gives children of all ages and their caregivers the opportunity to create art and spend quality time together. Each session has a theme and families can take home their masterpieces that day. Registration is not required. 

For more details, click here.

Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W Latham St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA

Feb 28 - Mar 3, |Wed-Fri 10 am| Sat 10 am & 2 pm |Sun 2 pm|

"Imagine This" is not your average puppet show! This yearly event is comprised of 14 different stories written by kids, for kids. This is our favorite program to produce each year as it is always different and very exciting. Kenilworth Elementary students write original stories and a panel of judges chooses the best to be made into shows by our professional puppeteers using a variety of puppet styles.

Expect a high energy, creative show filled with some wild antics and originality! Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050 

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Tools for School

Meeting Room, Acacia Library- 750 E Townley Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020

Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups 

What will you do? You and your child will get a head start on kindergarten! Share books and activities that build kindergarten skills in class and are easily practiced at home. 

What will we learn? Learn kindergarten basics like letters, numbers, shapes, and colors. You and your child will also go beyond the basics to work on social and emotional skills that all children need for school.  .

For more details, click here.

Luminous: The Art of Light

i.d.e.a. Museum, 150 W Pepper Pl, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

Tuesday - Saturday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Sunday from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.| Closed on Mondays

Designed for visitors of all ages, “Luminous: The Art of Light” invites families and guests to play, learn, and unleash their creativity in a captivating and enchanting world of light. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious explorer, this extraordinary exhibition promises wonder, discovery, and the sheer joy of artistic illumination.

Tickets can be purchased in advance online or in person for same-day entry. 

Admission: $9/person| Free for members and those under age 1

For more details, click here.

StoryWalk at Cesar Chavez Park

Cesar Chavez Branch Library- 3635 W Baseline Rd, Laveen Village, AZ 85339

Wednesday, February 28, 2024- An All Day Event

Share a reading adventure on the StoryWalk at Cesar Chavez Park in Laveen. Stroll around the lake and enjoy a story with your family. The featured book is I am Every Good Thing by Derrick Barnes. This StoryWalk sign text is in English and Spanish. Your journey starts on the east side of Cesar Chavez Library.

For more details, click here.

Helping Families in Need

Cesar Chavez Study Room- 3635 W Baseline Rd, Laveen Village, AZ 85339

Monday, February 26, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Helping Families in Need (HFINAZ) will be at Harmon Library on Mondays from 12:00 - 4:00 pm. HFINAZ provides application assistance to families that will likely be eligible for AHCCCS, SNAP, TANF, KIDSCARE, and Marketplace. HFINAZ staff can also make referrals to other community agencies that provide services such as food and nutrition, job placement, education and training, and more.

To register call 1-800-298-4346. 

Staff will be located in the North Study Room with limited assistance for walk-ins.  Reservations are encouraged. 

For more details, click here.

Market on the Move

The 3000 Club is a non-profit charitable organization working with food banks in Arizona, California, and other non-profit organizations. Please help us build a healthy and caring community. You can also provide your support either by donating or volunteering your time. The 3000 Club also sponsors The American Medical Aid Program and Disaster Relief.

Contribute $10 to shop up to 60 pounds of fresh produce for you, and your family, or to share with neighbors, friends, or someone in need.

For more details, click here.

St. Mary’s Food Bank

Distribution Hours: Phoenix and Surprise Locations Monday – Friday from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm.

St. Mary’s Food Bank serves to alleviate hunger through the gathering and distribution of food while encouraging self-sufficiency, collaboration, advocacy, and education.

St. Mary’s Food Bank is truly a community-based organization. Individual donors, corporate donors, and private grants help feed hungry individuals and families in our area. Serving 9 of Arizona’s 15 counties, they are committed to volunteerism, building community relationships, and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need.

For more details, click here.

United Food Bank

The United Food Bank serves to stabilize the lives of hungry, low-income people within Eastern Maricopa, Gila, and Pinal, and Southern Navajo and Apache Counties of Arizona by actively acquiring, storing, and distributing large quantities of wholesome and nutritious foods to a  network of community and strategic partners, combined with advocacy and educational initiatives that enhance lives. 

Where they serve: The service area of 19,608 square miles includes some of the most remote areas in the state. Places like Sanders, Arizona, where there are only a couple of places to purchase food, and the next town is 40 miles away. They serve five counties in the East Valley and Eastern Arizona: Eastern Maricopa, Gila, Pinal, Southern Navajo, and Southern Apache. 

For more details, click here.

Desert Mission Food Bank

• Emergency Food Program: Provides monthly food packages to individuals and families living in the Desert Mission Food Bank service area. You also will receive extra items of the day such as produce and protein items, when available. 

• Senior Food Box: Provides monthly food packages to seniors who live in the Desert Mission Food Bank service area and meet federal poverty-level guidelines.

• Infant Emergency Food Box Program: Provides monthly food packages that meet your baby’s developmental needs from newborn to 12 months of age.

• Community Nutrition Education: Our staff provides food, nutritious recipes, resources, and cooking tips.

• Garden Program: Fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables are grown inside. Free fall and spring gardening classes are available.

• Living Well Financial Coaching: Provides tools, resources, and encouragement to help improve financial well-being and meet financial goals.

• Farm Stand: Provides farm-fresh fruits and veggies for an affordable price. Rotates to different medical centers each Wednesday.

For more details, click here.

Borderlands Produce Rescue

Fresh produce is brought in and sold in bulk. 

•  Veggies R' Us: Direct Client/Agency distribution out of Borderlands warehouse facility. Supporters are provided with an entire shopping cart full of produce, all for just a contribution of $5 for a minimum of 100 lbs.

• Produce on Wheels With-Out Waste (P.O.W.W.O.W.): Hosted pop-up produce markets across Arizona. Contribute $15 to shop up to 70 pounds of fresh produce for you, and your family, or to share with neighbors, friends, or someone in need.

  • November-March, Hours: 8:00 am -11:00 am (Unless Specified Hours)

  • April-May, Hours: 7:00 am -10:00 am

  • June-October, Hours: 6:00 am -9:00 am

For more details, click here.

Double up food bucks:  

• Buy $1 of SNAP-eligible foods with a Quest EBT card and get $1 free for any AZ-grown fruits & veggies, up to $10 per day.  Use at participating farmers markets and Fresh Express Mobile Produce Market.

For more details, click here or call 480-207-5955

Rio Salado Audubon Center (Located less than two miles from downtown Phoenix)

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Rio Salado Audubon Center - Saturday Morning Bird Walks

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For family physical activity visit the website below to find a park near you.

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• Select "Find a park near you," enter your zip code and find the closest park!