Saturday, June 23
Umbrella Pop: Wonder through The District underneath a colorful mosaic of umbrellas hoisted high above the walkways, providing an artful display of shady relief. This sky-high, sensational art installation will bring the community together for an engineering feat of creativity and craftsmanship. Tempe Marketplace, 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe. tempemarketplace.com
Saturday, June 23
Arizona Authors Summertime Storytelling & Craft Saturdays: Meet Arizona authors and enjoy fun, hands-on children's storytelling and crafts. Each book is read by the author followed by story related crafts and activities. These programs are perfect for children in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, whether they are budding bookworms or just learning their ABC's. Each program is $5, includes a light snack, and Museum admission for the participant. All participants must be accompanied by an adult, there is no program fee for adults. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., Phoenix. pueblogrande.com
Saturday, June 23
Kids' Night Out: Here's a wonderful way for parents to enjoy a relaxing Saturday night without the kids! Kids get to have their own Saturday night fun by enjoying gymnastics, dancing, jumping in a bounce house and on trampolines, obstacle courses, fort building in the foam pits, and then they wind down the evening by watching a movie. Ages 3-14. $30 per child with a $5 off sibling discount. Pizza and drinks are included. Advanced registration is required. 6-10pm. Arizona Sunrays, 15801 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. 602-992-5790. arizonasunrays.com
Sunday, June 24
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park's Concert Series: Enjoy a variety of local bands. Bring a blanket, chairs and snacks - or buy munchies on-site. Train and carousel tickets are $2 each with kids younger than 2 riding free with a paying adult. 7:30-9pm. McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale. TheRailRoadPark.com
