The Phoenix Zoo is excited to partake in another 602 Day in partnership with the City of Phoenix! On June 2, you can visit the Zoo for only $6.02 per ticket. Gates open at 6:02 a.m. along with most attractions, including the Safari Cruiser, Stingray Bay and more!

All tickets must be purchased online prior to arrival to the Phoenix Zoo.

https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/602-day/

Date: 
Monday, June 2, 2025 - 6:00am to 1:00pm
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Valley Metro and the City of Phoenix are thrilled to invite you to a day of excitement, culture and community as we unveil 5.5 new miles of light rail with the opening of the South Central Extension/Downtown Hub.

Be part of history on June 7 with celebrations happening at three vibrant locations along the new light rail line – each offering its own unique flavor of fun, entertainment and local pride.

Light rail service from stations along the South Central Extension/Downtown Hub begins at 9:30 a.m.

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Date: 
Saturday, June 7, 2025 - 8:00am to 12:00pm
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The ¡Sombra! art installation is something happening summer of 2025 in Phoenix, where big pieces of art get installed into parks. Not only do these art pieces look amazing, but they also give shade for people who want to enjoy parks in the summer. This innovative installation is funded by the Public Art Challenge, a part of Bloomberg Philanthropies, which helps address local issues in cities. Anybody can participate in this project, ranging from international artists to civilians who simply want to help give shade to their city.

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Educators, you are invited to the Heard Museum for an exciting night of professional learning and celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week!

Join us for exclusive museum access for educators, buffet-style dinner catered by the Heard Museum’s award-winning Courtyard Café, and a keynote presentation and song by recording artist, motivational speaker, and youth advocate Talibah Begay (Diné).

Learn about educational resources at the Heard Museum and leave with art posters, postcards, and more.

Admission is $5, and space is limited.

Date: 
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
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This 3 hour workshop will allow your child to discover Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio, and earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch by building a 3D architectural model.

Date: 
Saturday, May 17, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
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PoeFest is back to commemorate the works of Edgar Allan Poe, and you can be a part of it all at multiple locations throughout Phoenix, Arizona this October. PoeFest has been a labor of love for a decade. When PoeFest first opened, it did so to just six audience members. With a packed audience on the third night, they knew they had something special. The fest includes mainstage productions of Poe’s short stories every weekend during the month of October with Poe’s stories rotating nightly.

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Repeats every week every Sunday until Sun Oct 26 2025.
Sunday, May 11, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, May 18, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, May 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, June 1, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, June 8, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, June 15, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, June 22, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, June 29, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, July 6, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, July 13, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, July 20, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, July 27, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, August 3, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, August 10, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, August 17, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, August 24, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, August 31, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, September 7, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, September 14, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, September 21, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, September 28, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, October 5, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, October 12, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, October 19, 2025 - 9:00am
Sunday, October 26, 2025 - 9:00am
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Inspiring Superheroes Shine and Soar at Phoenix Fan Fusion

by Reporter Ruby Kinion, Homeschool

A smiling boy stands on a track with four adults dressed as superheroes and movie characters: Iron Man, Chewbacca, Buzz Lightyear, and Captain America. They are posing for a fun group photo.I had the wonderful opportunity of speaking with Christin Pike...Read more

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Sara Roberts from Washington Elementary is Bosa Donuts Teacher of the Month
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Top Photo: Roberts gets into character for Fan Fusion

Sara Roberts is a special needs preschool teacher at Washington Elementary. She has been teaching for 14 years, 10 of those at Washington.... Read more

A young child sits on the ground next to a big dog while another fluffy dog lays beside them. They look calm on a sunny day.
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Top Photo: 2-year-old Boden and Buford, on the left.

One big fluffy dog is being hailed a hero after saving a young boy who wandered away from home and got lost in a REMOTE part of Arizona.... Read more

Pope Francis is smiling and waving while wearing white robes and a cross necklace. He is standing in front of a red curtain.
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Top Image Credit: vaticannews.va

ROME, Italy—Pope Francis, 88, died on April 21, one day after appearing at St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday.

Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, and he... Read more

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