Arizona Parenting Magazine Monthly Calendar

Enjoy a puppet show with a dog, dragons and music at Foothills Library. All ages. 10:30 am or 7 pm today or 10:30 am May 3. Free. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. 623-930-3837.

Westcor Kids Club at Superstition Springs Center features children’s entertainer Persephone, Webster the Warthog and Dewper the prairie dog. Enjoy songs, stories and dance. All ages. 10 am every Thu. Free. Meets in the JC Penney Court, 6555 E. Southern Ave., Mesa. 480-924-5050. www.westcor.com.

Westcor presents Webster’s World of Reading at Desert Sky Mall features guest readings and Webster the Warthog. Children receive incentives for reading. All ages. 6:30 pm every Thu. Free. 7611 W. Thomas Rd.,Phoenix.623-245-1404.

Playtime Yoga at Zenergy Yoga teaches children to capture their boundless energy and use it to build healthy minds and bodies. Through playful themes, kids learn strategies to calm the mind, increase flexibility, coordination, relaxation and balance. Ages 3-5; children must be toilet trained. 9:30 am every Thu. Free for first class; $16 each subsequent session. 16447 N. 91st St., Suite 105, Scottsdale. 480-628-1453. www.zenergyyoga.net.

Watch movies under the stars on a giant inflatable screen at Kiwanis Community Park. See Apollo 13 (PG) today. All ages. Activities begin at 6:30, movie shown at dusk (around 7 pm) Fridays. Free. Lawn seating near the fire pit, 6005 S. All-America Way, Tempe. 480-350-5189 or 480-350-5200.

Sports Day at KidsPark, an hourly drop-in childcare center, features all-star crafts, relay races and a sports trivia contest. Ages 2-12. Call for hours. $8/hour for one child, $12/hour for 2, $3/hour for each additional sibling. 4726 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix. 602-788-2445.

Kids Yoga at Zenergy Yoga uses playful themes to calm the mind and increase flexibility, coordination and balance. Parents welcome too. Ages 3 and older (must be toilet trained). 4:30 pm Fri. and 8:15 am Sat. Free for first class; $16 each subsequent session. 16447 N. 91st St., Suite 105, Scottsdale. 480-628-1453. www.zenergyyoga.net.

The Jazz in the Garden concert series at the Desert Botanical Garden features Sizzlin’ Jazz, Blues & Swingtoday. All ages. 7-9 pm. $14-$20 adults, $8 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 480-941-1225. www.dbg.org.

The Child Health & Safety Day at The Dollhouse & Toy Store offers car seat checks by Scottsdale Fire Department, health and safety activities by Scottsdale Healthcare, a safety show with Marty-Mark the Safety Clown presented by Safety Professionals, water safety presented by Hubbard Family Swim School and more. Bring a favorite stuffed animal or doll to perform a “well-check” and enjoy arts and crafts, activities and hands-on interactive toy stations. Enter to win free prize drawings and receive free gifts with a toy purchase. All ages. 9 am-noon. Free. 16447 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite D115, Scottsdale. 480-948-4630. www.azdollhouse.com.

The Cinco de Mayo Celebration & Chihuahua Races take place in the Chandler Downtown Library Plaza. Highlights include music, food, dancing and the crowning of the King and Queen Chihuahuas. All ages. Noon-8 pm. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. 480-895-0440.

The Princess Luncheon at Tumbleweed Recreation Center is a chance for little ones to have a snack alongside royalty, enjoy stories and do crafts. Bring your camera for a photo. Ages 3-6. 10-11:30 am. $13. Preregistration required. 745 E. Germann Rd, Chandler. 480-782-2900 (info). 480-782-2641 (reg.).

Make Cinco de Mayo shakers at Lakeshore Learning Stores. Ages 3 and older. 11 am-3 pm. Free. 4819 E. Ray Rd., Ahwatukee, 480-940-7700; 4727 E. Bell Rd., Suite 25, Phoenix, 602-482-7919.

Visit with Pig (costume character) at Changing Hands Bookstore and listen to If You Give a Pig a Party. Ages 9 and younger. 11 am. Free. 6428 S. McClintock Dr., Tempe. 480-730-0205.

The Cinco de Mayo Salsa Festival at El Pedregal features mariachi bands, salsa tasting and more. All ages. Noon-2 pm. Free admission. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 480-488-1072. www.elpedregal.com.

Parents Night Out at Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics and Dance is a chance for moms and dads to drop the kids off for a night of fun. While parents have a night out on the town, kids enjoy gymnastics, games, pizza and juice, crafts, a moon bounce and a movie. Ages 3-10. 6-10 pm today and May 17. $25. 3110 E. Thunderbird Rd., Phoenix. 602-992-5790. www.arizonasunrays.com.

First Time Free Saturday at Climbmax Gym gives first-time visitors free admission, gear and instructions. Kids ages 2 and older enjoy a dedicated children’s area. A signed waiver is required for participation. All ages. 8-10 am. 1330 W. Auto Dr., Tempe. 480-626-7755. www.climbmaxgym.com

Make vintage sea shell crafts in the 1899 Carriage House at Historic Heritage Square. All ages. 11 am-1 pm. Free. 113 N. Sixth St., Phoenix. 602-261-8063.

Tour the night sky at Maricopa County parks with Stargazing For Everyone. Learn the names of stars, see constellations and listen to stories of the evening sky. View the moon, planets, star clusters, nebula, galaxies and more through provided telescopes. Dress for the outdoors and bring chairs or blankets and binoculars. All ages (no pets). 7:30-9:30 pm. Schedule: Challenger Space Center today, Cave Creek Recreation Area May 23, McDowell Mountain Park May 24. $6 per vehicle at parks; included with $4-6 Challenger Space Center admission. 623-979-1393. www.stargazingforeveryone.com.

The Night Run for the Arts, a fundraiser for education programs at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, offers a 3-mile fun walk/run, Art Stroll and 8K Run in downtown Scottsdale. Festivities begin with an Eco Fair and registration at 5 pm, followed by the runs and walks, and culminating with an outdoor party featuring music, awards, activities for kids and more. All ages. 5-9 pm. $18-$25. Preregistration recommended. 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480-874-4620. www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org.

The Peoria Outdoor Adventure Hike is an 8-mile roundtrip trek at Fossil Springs with about a 1,000-foot elevation drop. See spring wildflowers on this lush trail in Carefree. Ages 12 and older. Meet at 7 am at Rio Vista Recreation Center at 89th Ave. north of Thunderbird in Peoria. $20 Peoria resident, $24 nonresident. Preregistration required. 623-773-7725. Email jdeben@hotmail.com for details.

Audition for Phoenix Children’s Chorus at Phoenix Center for the Arts. Grades 2-12. 9 am-4 pm today and 6 pm May 20 by appointment. Free. 1202 N. Third St., Phoenix. 602-534-3788. www.phoenixchildrenschorus.org.

Library Skills, a class at the Glendale Main Library, teaches children the use of the library’s computerized catalog. Grades 2 and 3 (with a parent) 9:15 am today. Grades 4-6, 9:15 am May 17. Free. Preregistration required. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

Teens Involved in Personal Safety, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, helps teens have safer, healthier relationships and empowers them to make safe choices about people they meet, date and communicate with over the Internet. Ages 12-18. 2:30 pm. $36 Glendale resident, $43 nonresident. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

The Emerging Artist Concert Series at the Desert Botanical Garden features Nowhere Man and Whiskey Girl. All ages. 11 am-1 pm. Free with garden admission: $10 ages 13 and older, $9 seniors, $5 students, $4 ages 3-12, free for kids 2 and younger. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 480-941-1225. www.dbg.org.

Dungeons and Dragons is a chance to battle trolls, orcs and the undead with a D&D character at Foothills Library. Ages 12-18. 1-4:30 pm every Sunday. Free. Preregistration required. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. 623-930-3837.

Children’s Yoga, an interactive class at Yoga Pura. combines yoga with breathing and games to improve motor and communication skills, strength, coordination and self-esteem. Ages 5-10. 2-3:30 pm every Sun. $10 per child (first class free – new students arrive by 1:40 pm). 15440 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-843-7872.

Family Yoga at Zenergy Yoga introduces fundamental postures and flow style of yoga. Ages 6 and older. 1:30 pm first and third Sun. Free for first class; $16 each subsequent session. 16447 N. 91st St., Suite 105, Scottsdale. 480-628-1453. www.zenergyyoga.net.

Children’s Self-Defense, a workshop at On Stage Dance Academy, prepares kids physically and mentally to reduce the risk of violence and assault. Ages 7-14. 5 pm. $55 Glendale resident, $66 nonresident. Preregistration required. 6666 W. Peoria Ave., Suite 116, Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Game On! is an after-hours video game party at Foothills Library. Play games on X-Box 360, Wii and Playstation. All ages. 3:30-5:30 pm every Mon. Free. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. 623-930-3840.

Monday Night Melodies at Peoria Public Library features a variety of musical performances in three 30-minute sets. All ages. 6:30 pm every Mon. Free. 8463 W. Monroe St., Peoria. 623-773-7556.

Westcor Kids Club at Paradise Valley Mall is an interactive music-filled program featuring Persephone, Webster the Warthog, Dewper the Prairie Dog and guests that lead children through story, song and dance. All ages. 11 am. Free. 4568 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix, 602-996-8846.

Baby & Me at Zenergy Yoga is an active yoga class where parents can practice yoga with baby by their side. Ages birth to crawling. 1 pm Mon. and 11 am Fri. Free for first class; $16 each subsequent session. 16447 N. 91st St., Suite 105, Scottsdale. 480-628-1453. www.zenergyyoga.net.

Prana Power Kids Yoga at Zenergy Yoga includes cooperative games, partner poses, themed activities, music and art to engage the natural energy and enthusiasm of youths. Students build strength, flexibility, coordination and self-confidence in a noncompetitive environment. Parents welcome too. Ages 6-11. 4:15 pm Mon. Free for first class; $16 each subsequent session. 16447 N. 91st St., Suite 105, Scottsdale. 480-628-1453. www.zenergyyoga.net.

Desert Storm Elite Cheer tryouts held: today, May 7 and 9 for the Storm Scottsdale team or May 6, 8 and 10 for the Storm West team. Call for age/schedule and tryout information. $95. Preregistration required. Scottsdale: 9445 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Suite 2, Scottsdale, Eric at 480-343-1476 or Kathy at 480-343-1485; Storm West: 7225 N. 110th Ave., Suite 4-5, Glendale, Travis at 480-273-1932 or Eric at 480-343-1476.

Mommy & Me at As You Wish gives moms and their children a chance to paint pottery together. All ages. 9 am. Call for price. Preregistration recommended. Locations: Mesa, 480-539-8400; Deer Valley, 623-587-7700; Ahwatukee, 480-753-9500; Desert Ridge, 480-585-0041.

Swim Safe, Little Seals brings Aqua-Tots to Foothills Library to teach them about water safety and enjoy a sing-along. All ages. 10:30 am. Free. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. 623-930-3837.

Working with Glass, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, uses decoupage and drawing to transform plain pickle jars into something special. Bring two glass jars, vases or bowls. Ages 8-14. 4:30-6:30 pm. $45 Glendale Residents, $52 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

The Social Survival Workshop for Guys at Sunrise Mountain Branch Library is a two-day class that teaches boys to be cool and confident in a social setting. Learn to deal with teenage emotional ups and downs, survive criticism, handle bullies and peer pressure, and make the most of skin, hair and voice. Create your own style and learn about healthy diets. Ages 10-13. 6 p.m. Tue. beginning today. $60 Glendale residents, $72 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 21200 N. 83rd Ave., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Everyday Manners, a class at Snedigar Recreation Center, teaches introductions, napkin use, utilization of silverware, table setting, eating different foods, phone use, sending thank you notes and more. Ages 8-14. 6:30 pm Tue. today-May 27. $77. Preregistration required. 4500 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2727 (info). 480-782-2641 (reg.).

The Spring Starlight Concert Series at Tumbleweed Park is a chance to enjoy music under the stars. Listen to Exit 40 play rock and country tunes. Bring a picnic dinner. All ages. 7-8:30 pm. Free. 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2735.

Westcor Kids Club at Fiesta Mall is an interactive music-filled program featuring Persephone, Webster the Warthog, Dewper the Prairie Dog and guests that lead children through story, song and dance. All ages. 10 am today and May 20. Free. Meet at Dillard’s Court lower level, 1445 W. Southern Ave., Mesa. 480-833-5587.

The Acoustic Jam Session at Peoria Public Library encourages kids and adults to make music. All ages. 6:30 pm today and May 20. Free. 8463 W. Monroe St., Peoria. 623-773-7566.

Family Storytime at Palo Verde Library offers stories, songs, flannel boards, stretches and fingerplays. All ages. 6:30 pm Tue. Free. 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix. 602-262-6806. www.phxlib.org.

Zoneout is an afternoon of games like Wii, Guitar Hero, DDR, crafts and more at Palo Verde Library. Ages 12 and older. 4 pm Wed. Free. 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix. 602-262-6806. www.phxlib.org.

Game on Free Play! is an after-hours teen video game lab at the Glendale Main Library. Play games on Nintendo Wii and Playstation-2. Ages 12-18. 3:30-5:30 pm today and May 21. Free. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

Arrowhead Towne Center’s Kids Club explores the world with Dewper the Prairie Dog, Webster the Warthog and Persephone. Includes storytelling, music and dance. All ages. 10 am. Free. Register at Guest Services. Event located in the Lower level JC Penney Court, 7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale. 623-979-7720.

Wildflower Kids Hour offers children crafts, games and fun while parents relax and make new friends at Wildflower Bread Company. Children are served milk and cookies. Ages 4-10. 3:30 pm every Wed. Free. Locations: Scottsdale, 480-991-5180; Tempe, 480-838-9773; Deer Valley, 623-879-6819; Chandler, 480-821-8200; Goodyear, 623-935-1131; Gilbert, 480-507-9565; Arcadia, 602-850-8585.

Young Crafters, a craft-making club at Foothills Library, emphasizes using recycled materials to make fun projects. Ages 3-11. 10 am or 4 pm. Free. Preregistration required. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. 623-930-3837.

Dream Team Tots, a four-week class at On Stage Dance Academy, is a chance to learn the art of tap, ballet, jazz and tumbling. Ages 2-4 with a parent. Noon Wed. beginning today. $45 Glendale resident, $54 nonresident. Preregistration required. 6666 W. Peoria Ave., Suite 116, Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Growing Up, What’s Happening? Puberty Program for girls at the Glendale Main Library discusses the emotional and physical changes that occur during puberty and how to cope with them. For girls ages 8-14 and their parents. 7 pm. Free. Preregistration required by calling 623-930-3537. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. Info: 602-200-2104.

Audition for OZ at East Valley Children’s Theatre. Ages 8-11 at 5 pm today or 9 am May 10; ages 12-18 7 pm today or 11 am may 10. Free. 4830 E. Main St., Mesa. 480-756-3828. www.evct.org.

The Fabulous Friday Dance at Pyle Adult Center provides individuals with disabilities a carefree evening of dancing to live DJ music. Refreshments are served and door prizes awarded. Ages 13 and older. 6:30-9:30 pm. $3. 655 E. Southern Ave., Tempe. 480-858-2469.

U-Pick Peaches & Apricots celebrates Schnepf Farms’ bumper crop of fruit in May with fresh organic peaches and apricots. Begin with a peach pancake breakfast (extra charge), then visit the petting barn. Afterward, take a ride on the kiddie train, Peach Tree Express roller coaster or hay rides to the orchard to pick fruit. This year’s festivities include lifeguards teaching swim lessons. So, bring your swimsuits. Visit Fry’s grocery stores for details on the Peachy Coloring Contest. All ages. 7:30 am-5 pm. $2 admission, $10 ride wristbands. From US-60, take the Ellsworth Rd. exit south eight miles to Rittenhouse Rd.; turn left on Rittenhouse for three miles to farm, Queen Creek. 480-987-3100. www.schnepffarms.com.

Grandma, Grandpa and Me, an animal-themed program featuring a visit from Liberty Wildlife at Paradise Valley Community Center, showcases reptiles, arts and crafts and a snack. All ages. 10 am-noon. $5. Preregistration required. 17402 N. 40th St., Phoenix. 602-534-2011.

Pitch, Hit & Run at Snedigar Sportsplex is a baseball competition for ages 6-15 (bring proof of age). 8 am-noon. $4 per entrant. 4500 S. Basha Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2912.

Star Watch at Thunderbird Park is a chance to explore the universe through amazing telescopes from the Saguaro Astronomy Club. Bring lawn chair, blanket, flashlight and walking shoes. All ages. 7-10 pm. Free. 59th Ave. north of Deer Valley Rd., Phoenix. 623-930-4701.

Armchair Birding at Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, observes and identifies birds using spotting scopes. Bring binoculars, a folding chair and scope if you have one. A Bird Basics Guide is given to each participant. All ages. 8-10 am. $5 adults, $1 children ages 12 and younger or seniors. Preregistration required. 2439 S. Central Ave., Northeast Trailhead parking lot, Phoenix. 602-262-6863. http://phoenix.gov/parks (click on classes and programs).

Quick Crafts is a chance to make a simple craft at the Glendale Main Library. Ages 3 and older. 12:30-1:30 pm (new sessions begin every 15 minutes). Free. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

The Ceilidance workshop at the Irish Cultural Center is a two-hour intensive for beginning and advanced dancers. Beginners focus on basic footwork and simpler ceili dances, while experienced dancers learn more difficult figure dances. All ages. 1-3 pm. $16, $2 ages 11 and younger. Located at Margaret T. Hance Park, 1106 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-258-0109. www.azirish.com.

The Sunday Night Concert Series at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is a chance to hear favorite local bands under the stars and enjoy train and carousel rides. All ages. 7:30-9 pm. every Sun. today through July 13. Free admission; $1-$2 rides. 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale. 480-312-2312. www.therailroad.com.

Community Second Sunday at two Heard Museums includes hands-on activities and tours. See exhibits that depict American Indian art and culture. All ages. 9:30 am-5 pm. Free. Heard Museum West: 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, 623-344-2200; Heard Museum North Scottsdale, 32633 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 480.488.9817. www.heard.org.

Creative Glitter, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, is a chance to create something glittery. Ages 5-10. 4:30-6:30 pm. $45 Glendale Residents, $52 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Pottery Pals at As You Wish is a chance for kids to make their own masterpiece. Ages 6 and older. 4 pm. $18 (includes pottery). Preregistration recommended. Locations: Mesa, 480-539-8400; Deer Valley, 623-587-7700; Ahwatukee, 480-753-9500; Desert Ridge, 480-585-0041; Tempe Marketplace, 480-557-9100.

Growing Up: What’s Happening? for Girls is a workshop hosted by Planned Parenthood for adolescent girls and their parents or guardians at Foothills Library. Discuss the emotional and physical changes of puberty and how to cope with them. For girls ages 8-14. 7-8:30 pm. Free. Preregistration by calling 623-930-3837 required. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. Info: 602-200-2104.

Growing Up, What’s Happening? Puberty Program for boys is an informational presented by Planned Parenthood at the Glendale Main Library. For boys ages 9-14 and their parents. 7 pm. Free. Preregistration required by calling 623-930-3537. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. Info: 602-200-2104.

Two craft programs at Glendale Main Library: Yes I Can! is 20 minutes of simple craft-making for ages 2-4 at 10, 10:30 or 11 am. Made It Myself! is a 45-minute craft class for ages 5 and older at 4 pm. Both are free and on a first-come, first-served basis; space limited. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

Westcor Kids Club at San Tan Village is an interactive music-filled program featuring Persephone, Webster the Warthog, Dewper the Prairie Dog and guests that lead children through story, song and dance. All ages. 10 am today and May 28. Free. 2218 E. Williams Field Rd., Gilbert. 480-282-9500.

Aqua Explorers: Parent/Child Splash & Swim is a supervised open swim at Gold Medal Swim School. Children are introduced to the joys of “Safety, Skills and Success” in the water. Ages 6 and younger with an adult; tots younger than 3 must wear a washable, reusable swim diaper available in the swim shop (no disposables permitted). Drop in anytime between 9:30 and 11:30 am. Free. Preregistration required. 6909 W. Ray Rd., Suite 27, Chandler. 480-961-SWIM. www.goldmedalswimschool.com.

The Toddler Water Day at Sahuaro Ranch Park is a morning of water activities and crafts. Wear flip-flops (no bare feet) and bring a towel. Ages 5 and younger with an adult. 10 am-noon. Free. 623-930-2038.

Arizona Angels Clinic & Audition offers a chance to be a member of the Arizona Angels performance or competitive dance teams. Ages 4-18. By appointment today and May 17. $50. 11111 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 120, Scottsdale. 480-922-1455. www.arizonaangelsstudio.com.

Enjoy Irish social dancing in a relaxed atmosphere with live music and dance lessons during the Irish Cultural Center’s Ceili. All ages. 7 pm. $6; two children younger than 12 permitted in free with each paid admission. 1106 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-258-0109. www.azirish.com.

Summer Splash is hosted by the Church at South Mountain at Kiwanis Park Indoor Wave Pool. Lunch provided. Grades K-6. Free. Preregistration required. 6111 S. All-America Way, Tempe. 480-704-2300.

Make jumbo people puppets at Lakeshore Learning Stores, using buttons, pompoms and yarn. Ages 3 and older. 11 am-3 pm. Free. 4819 E. Ray Rd., Ahwatukee, 480-940-7700; 4727 E. Bell Rd., Suite 25, Phoenix, 602-482-7919.

The Wonderland Tea Party at Snedigar Recreation Center, offers crafts, stories and games. Snack on finger sandwiches, fruit, sweets and tea. Ages 3-6. 10-11:30 am. $13. Preregistration required. 4500 S. Basha Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2727 (info). 480-782-2641 (reg.).

Wild West Fests by DR Buck Productions occur every third weekend through May at Mission Bell Studios, which features a complete Western Town. Enjoy nationally known performers, stunt shows, “gunfights,” music, arts and crafts and food. All ages. 9 am-5 pm today and May 18. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $5 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger. 2005 N. 103 Ave., Avondale. 623-521-3856. www.wildwesternfestival.com.

The American Red Cross Babysitting Course at Kiwanis Recreation Center teaches how to properly care for small children. Learn accident prevention, feeding, dressing and handling emergencies. Ages 11-16. 10 am-4 pm (bring a sack lunch). $43. Preregistration required. 6111 S. All-America Way, Tempe. 480-350-5200.

Childcare & Babysitting, a six-hour workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, covers CPR, first aid, techniques for active children, caring for infants and handling emergency situations. Bring a snack. Ages 11 and older. 9 am. $49 Glendale residents, $59 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Paint pottery at KidsPark, an hourly drop-in childcare center, or create a lasting memory with a handprint tile. Pottery provided. Ages 2-12. Call for hours. $8/hour for one child, $12/hour for 2, $3/hour for each additional sibling. 4726 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix. 602-788-2445.

Pet First Aid & CPR, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, teaches how to handle pet emergencies. Ages 12 and older. 9 am. $40 Glendale residents, $48 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Cast A Mold, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, teaches how to mix plaster, cast a mold and paint it. Ages 7-14. 4:30 pm. $45 Glendale Residents, $52 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Growing Up: What’s Happening? for Boys is a workshop hosted by Planned Parenthood for adolescent boys and their parents or guardians at Foothills Library. Discuss anatomy, body changes and emotional health. For boys ages 9-14. 7-8:30 pm. Free. Preregistration by calling 623-930-3837 required. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. Info: 602-200-2104.

Dance and Movement gives physically or mentally challenged participants an opportunity to move their bodies to various styles of music, learn an appreciation for music and benefit from physical exercise at Pyle Adult Center. Friends and family welcome. All ages. 7-8 pm. $10. Preregistration required. 655 E. Southern Ave., Tempe. 480-858-2469.

Nature and Creativity, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, uses tree bark and sticks to teach about wood, its different uses and how to transform it into a piece of art. Ages 7-14. 4:30-6:30 pm. $45 Glendale Residents, $52 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Family Movie Night at Glendale Main Library features Curious George, a film that features Will Ferrell as The Man in the Yellow Hat. Bring snacks. All ages, but those younger than 9 must be with an adult. 6:30 pm. Free. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

The Westcor Kids Club at Metrocenter features Persephone, Dewper the Prairie Dog and Webster the Warthog. Enjoy songs, skits, stories and games. All ages. 10 am. Free. 9617 N. Metro Parkway West, Phoenix. 602-997-2642.

Baby Steps is a support/play group at East Valley Family Resource Center for new parents and their babies ages newborn to 1 year. Noon-1:30 pm. Free. 170 W. University Dr., Mesa. 480-834-9424.

Make personalized journals at Lakeshore Learning Stores. Ages 3 and older. 11 am-3 pm. Free. 4819 E. Ray Rd., Ahwatukee, 480-940-7700; 4727 E. Bell Rd., Suite 25, Phoenix, 602-482-7919.

Take a simulated space flight at Challenger Space Center, a state-of-the-art educational facility that features a Mission Control center designed after NASA's space center. Ages 7 and older. 10:30 am and 1 pm every Sat. $17.50 adults, $15 children and seniors (ages 7-10 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult). Reservations required. 21170 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria. 623-322-2001. www.azchallenger.org.

Motor Speedway Day at KidsPark, an hourly drop-in childcare center, features crazy car races, hot rod relays, arts and crafts and more. Ages 2-12. Call for hours. $8/hour for one child, $12/hour for 2, $3/hour for each additional sibling. 4726 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix. 602-788-2445.

Heard Museum Family Day: Arctic Art and Animals offers a chance to make an origami whale, color a walrus, navigate an orca maze, solve a whale math puzzle and take a picture in front of the Arctic mural with a stuffed plush whale, seal cub, husky or polar bear cub. All ages. 11 am-4 pm. $9 ages 65 and older, $10 ages 13-64, $5 with student ID, $3 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-252-8848. www.heard.org.

Silent Sundays promotes awareness of alternative modes of transportation and recreation at South Mountain Park. On this day, the park’s main Central Avenue access roadways are closed to motor vehicles from 5 am to 11 pm, reserving the day for non-motorized use. The day includes a free ranger-guided interpretive program from 10 am to 2 pm. All ages. 10409 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-534-6324.

3D Painting, a workshop at Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, uses paint, glass, metal and other elements to make a masterpiece. Ages 7-14. 4:30 pm. $45 Glendale Residents, $52 nonresidents. Preregistration required. 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale. 623-930-2820.

Two weekly playgroups at East Valley Family Resource Center teach children social skills while they enjoy craft activities and free play. Parents learn positive parenting techniques. Ages walking-3 years, 10-11:30 am every Tue.; ages 2-5, 10-noon every Wed. Free. 170 W. University Dr., Mesa. 480-834-9424.

Science Explorers is a hands-on science program at Palo Verde Library. Ages 8-11. 4:30 pm. Free. 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix. 602-262-6806. www.phxlib.org.

Make a marker magnets at the Glendale Main Library with the assistance of the Glendale Junior Women’s Club. Ages 3-6. 4 pm. Free. Preregistration required; space is limited. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

The American Girls Club meets for series-related stories and crafts at Barnes & Noble. Ages 8-13. 6 pm. Free. 7685 W. Bell Rd., Peoria, 623-487-9022.

No Child Left Inside offers fun, nature-based outdoor activities at the Veterans Oasis Park Environmental Education Center to motivate them to break away from TV and video games. Ages 7-12, 9-11:30 am; ages 13-18 1:30-4 pm. $8. Preregistration required. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2890.

Battle of the Bands: Digital DJ is a chance to get info on the August battle of the bands at the Glendale Main Library and meet up with other teens looking for band mates. Bring your MP3 player and share tunes on the library’s sound system. Ages 12-18. 7 pm. Free. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

You Wouldn’t Want to be Sick in the 16th Century, a program based on the humorous You Wouldn’t Want to… series at Foothills Library, tells what it was like to be treated by a 16th century doctor. Ages 8-13. 4 pm. Free. 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. 623-930-3837.

Listen to birthday stories at the Glendale Main Library. If your birthday is in May, receive a small gift! Ages 3-8. 4 pm. Free. Preregistration required. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

Make silly sun visors at Lakeshore Learning Stores, using flowers, glitter and more. Ages 3 and older. 11 am-3 pm. Free. 4819 E. Ray Rd., Ahwatukee, 480-940-7700; 4727 E. Bell Rd., Suite 25, Phoenix, 602-482-7919.

Read with Maggie, a therapy dog at Glendale Main Library. All ages. 15-minute sessions held 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Free. Preregistration required. 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale. 623-930-3537.

GET LISTED! To submit calendar listings, send information to Lynda Exley at Exlent@aol.com (no attachments, please). Include the name of the event, date and time, address, short description, appropriate age range, fee and phone number. Submissions are listed on a space-available basis. Photos accepted (we cannot guarantee return). Deadline for the July Calendar is May 15.