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Cindo de Mayo Craft - Eggcelent Maracas!


Repurpose those left over plastic eggs!

This is a great craft for Cinco de Mayo and so much to play with when finished!  Also, it's a fantastic way to use up some of those plastic eggs that may still be lying around!

What you need:

*left over plastic Easter Eggs

*box cutter or exacto knife (for adult use only)

*glue gun

*craft stick/popsicle stick

*dry beans or rice

*stickers for decoration

What you do:

*Adults: use box cutter or exacto knife to cut a small slot in the bottom of the egg just big ...


Free Comic Book Day


One day a year participating comic book shops around the world give away comic books for FREE!  This year, Free Comic Book Day falls on Saturday, March 5th.

Comic shops around the Valley, including Jesse James Comics in Glendale, will be participating in this fun event.

In addition to free comics, Jesse James Comics Celebrates FCBD by opening its doors at 12:01 Saturday May 5th (later tonight) and closes its doors for FCBD on Midnight Sunday May 6th. 48 hours to enjoy some great sales including 5 for $1 ...

3rd Annual Mom Entrepreneur Celebration


Mom-e Club

3rd Annual Mom Entrepreneur Celebration

Thursday, May 10 @ 5 pm

Ultra Luxe  - Scottsdale

 

On Thursday, May 10, Tisha Pelletier, founder of The Mom-e Club®, hosts the 3rd Annual Mom Entrepreneur Celebration to recognize Valley mom entrepreneurs. 

The festivities start at 5pm and include a networking reception from 5 to 7p with heavy hors d’ oeuvres, cocktails, Mother’s Day vendor specials, a silent auction item and 50/50 raffle to benefit The Mom-e Club grant fund, followed by the highly acclaimed Mom Entrepreneur of the Year awards ...


This Week's Picks:


May 5th through May 10th

Saturday, May 5 - Family Cinco de Mayo Event

Grace Walk Community Church is having a family friendly Cinco de Mayo festival with bounce houses, a bungee run, carnival-table games, an 18 foot slide, and more!
Where: Grace Walk Community Church, 7840 W. Lower Buckeye Rd, Phoenix 85043
When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Bring the whole family
How: Just drop by
Cost: Admission and rides are free.  Plate of food is $5 and drinks are $1
For more info: Call 623-907-8991
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Thursday, May 10 - Glendale: Family Literacy Event - Age 3 to 5

This wonderful event is brought to you by Southwest Institute and First Things First.  Join us for fun activities to engage your kids and receive tips and information on how you can recreate activities at home and promote school success.  Families will also receive a copy of the book that is read during story time.
Where: Isaac Imes Elementary 6625 N. 56th Ave Glendale 85301
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Children age 3-5 years and their parent or caregiver
How: Registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact 480-222-8800 x9 or e-mail j.avendano@swifamilies.org
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This Week's Calendar:


May 5th through May 11th

Saturday, May 5 - Familytime - Foothills

Free family event in Glendale.  Head down to Foothills Branch Library for storytime, fingerplays, songs, and puppets!
Where: Foothills Branch Library, 19055 N. 57th Ave, Glendale 85308
When: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Who: Children of all ages and their parents or caregiver
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call 623-930-3837
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Saturday, May 5 - My Kids in Sign: Signing Stars 1:00pm

Enjoy this popular performance of sign language and song.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown, Glendale 85302
When: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Bring the whole family
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Saturday, May 5 - My Kids in Sign: Signing Stars 3:00pm

Enjoy this popular performance of sign language and song.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown, Glendale 85302
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Bring the whole family
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Monday, May 7 - PCH Developmental Playgroup - Glendale Main

Free event for kids in Glendale.  These groups promote appropriate developmental skills, socialization, and self-expression in a safe, comfortable environment. Toys and activities are used to encourage the expression of emotions, a sense of control, and success while in the community based setting. The playgroups will also be a time to offer families support, share age-appropriate activities that encourage parent-child interaction, increase awareness of resources in the community and share educational information.
Where: Glendale Main Library - Main Storytime Room 5959 W. Brown Street Glendale 85302
When: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Children birth to age 5 with their parent or caregiver
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Tuesday, May 8 - Toddlertime - Glendale Main

Planned for children ages 18 months to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Features simple books, fingerplays and movement.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown, Glendale 85302  
When: 10:15 AM - 10:35 AM
Who: 18 months-3 years with parent or caregiver.
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Tuesday, May 8 - Storytime: Ages 3-6 Glendale Main

Stories, fingerplays, a short movie, and songs.
Where: Glendale Main Library - Main Storytime Room 5959 W. Brown St. Glendale, 85302
When: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Children ages 3-6 with their parent or caregiver
How: No registration required, just drop in!
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Tuesday, May 8 - A-B-C! Read with Me!

Fun FREE event in Glendale for toddlers and their parents!  A 35 minute baby, toddler, parent/caregiver program for children birth-36 months.  Listen to stories, sing songs, and engage in guided play with your young child to enhance early literacy skills.
Where: Glendale Main Library - Main Storytime Room 5959 W. Brown St Glendale, 85302
When: 6:20 PM - 6:50 PM
Who: Children birth-36 months with parent or caregiver
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Wednesday, May 9 - Music for Tots

Join us for songs and fun for 2 and 3 year olds.  We'll sing, dance, clap, shake, and move to some great toddler tunes.
Where: Foothills Branch Library 19055 N. 57th Ave, Glendale 85308
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Children ages 2 to 3.5 years with a parent or caregiver
How: Registration Required (click link below)
Cost: FREE
For more info: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Wednesday, May 9 - Puppet Show

Come join us for several short puppet shows that kids are sure to enjoy.
Where: Velma Teague Library 7010 N. 58th Ave Glendale 85301
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Kids of all ages
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Wednesday, May 9 - Crafty Kids

FREE craft event for kids in Glendale.  Join us for this drop-in craft program on the first Wednesday of every month.  This is a first come, first serve program with limited space so arrive early.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown St Glendale 85302
When: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Kids 3-11
How: Just drop in, but get there early since space is limited
Cost: FREE
For more info: 623-930-3537
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Wednesday, May 9 - Wacky Wednesday

Participate in a different activity each Wednesday evening.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown Glendale 85302
When: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Open to all ages, but it's geared toward kids age 7-11
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: 623-930-3537
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Thursday, May 10 - Babytime - Glendale Main

A program for parent/caregiver and baby, newborn to 18 months. An introduction to books, fingerplays, active rhymes, and puppets.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown Glendale 85302    
When: 10:15 AM
Who: Babies 0-18 months with parent or caregiver
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Thursday, May 10 - Toddlertime - Glendale Main

Planned for children ages 18 months to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Features simple books, fingerplays and movement.
Where: Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown, Glendale 85302  
When: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: 18 months-3 years with parent or caregiver.
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Thursday, May 10 - Puppet Show

Come join us for several short puppet shows that kids are sure to enjoy.
Where: Velma Teague Library 7010 N. 58th Ave Glendale 85301
When: 6:30 PM - 6:55 PM
Who: Kids of all ages
How: Just drop in
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Thursday, May 10 - Storytime (ages 3-6) - Glendale Main Evening

Storytime is an event structured for participants ages 3 to 6. Programs include a variety of stories, fingerplays, songs and a short movie.
Where: Glendale Main 5959 W. Brown St Glendale 85302  
When: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: All ages are welcome, but children under 3 must be sitting with an adult.
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.glendaleaz.gov/library
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Friday, May 11 - Live Entertainment in Fountain Park

Enjoy some live entertainment in Fountain Park at Westgate City Center.
Where: Fountain Park in Westgate City Center - Glendale Ave & 101
When: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Bring the whole family
How: Just drop in
Cost: Free
For more info: www.westgatecitycenter.com
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Plan Ahead:


Saturday, May 12 - Teen Game Cafe

Challenge your friends and other teens to a variety of Wii and Playstation game favorites.  Board games including chess, checking, Battleship, Monopoly, and others will also be available.  Prizes will be given away.  Feel free to bring your own games as well (rated E or T only).  Pizza and soda will be served! REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Where: Velma Teague Branch 7010 N. 58th Ave Glendale 85301
When: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Who: Teens 12-18
How: Call 623-930-3431 to register
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call 623-930-3431
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Saturday, May 12 - Live Entertainment in Fountain Park

Enjoy some live entertainment in Fountain Park at Westgate City Center.
Where: Fountain Park in Westgate City Center - Glendale Ave & 101
When: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Bring the whole family
How: Just drop in
Cost: Free
For more info: www.westgatecitycenter.com
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