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PlayBall! The Cactus League Experience
February 26, 2010 - November 7, 2010 |
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Times: Tues – Sat, 10 - 4; Sun, noon - 4; free parking
http://www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com
Location: Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N. Robson St., Mesa
Phone: 480-644-2467
Admission: $6.50 for everyone over 1 year of age
 Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBall celebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season. The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of summer experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.
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Birds in the Garden
January 4, 2010 - December 27, 2010 |
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http://www.dbg.org
Location: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix
Phone: 480-941-1225
Admission: Adults, $15; seniors, $13.50; students (ages 13-18), $7.50; children (ages 3-12), $5
 Join expert birders for a morning bird walk along the Garden trails. Everyone is welcome, including first-time birders. Wear a hat, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes, and bring binoculars if available.
Schedule: Every Monday and second Saturday, 8 am, October through April; Every Monday, 7 am, May through September.
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Chase Field Tours
January 4, 2010 - December 31, 2010 |
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http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ari/ballpark/ari_ballpark_tour.jsp
Location: 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix
Phone: 602-462-6799
Visit one of the most impressive and unique Major League Baseball facilities in the country -- Chase Field. It is home to the 2001 World Champion Arizona Diamondbacks, several restaurants, a beer garden -- even a retractable roof and swimming pool -- all within an old-style ballpark atmosphere. Make the experience memorable and take a guided tour of Chase Field. Even if you've been to the ballpark before, you're sure to learn and see something new! Tours are conducted year-round, for both individuals and groups. Tour space is limited; it is strongly recommended that you purchase tickets in advance to guarantee your spot!
Important Tour Information
Tours last approximately 75 minutes.
This is a walking tour, so please dress accordingly.
Elevators are used several times during the course of the tour. Please let your tour guide know in advance if this presents any challenges.
Tours are wheelchair accessible, and wheelchairs are available for your use during the tour. You may request a wheelchair at the Tour Ticket Window prior to the tour.
The majority of the tour route is NOT air-conditioned.
Please note that backpacks, large bags, and food and drink (except water) are prohibited.
Cameras, video cameras and bottled water are permitted.
Cell phones and pagers are permitted, providing their use does not interfere with other guests' enjoyment of the tour.
The tour does not go on to the playing field.
Parking is available at the Chase Field Garage. Present your parking ticket at the Tour Ticket Window to receive a special parking validation (excluding pre-game tours).
No Tours will be held on the days of day games, major holidays, and special events.
Please call the Tour Hotline, and listen to the "Tour Operating Schedule" message for the latest tour schedule.
Dates, times, and areas seen are subject to change without notice.
Gift certificates available for purchase.
Chase Field Tours Information
Tour Hotline: 602.462.6799 or 800.821.7160
E-mail: ballparktours@dbacks.com
Address: 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix; accessible by the Light Rail
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Discover Mesa Arts Center
January 6, 2010 - December 29, 2010 |
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Times: Noon
http://www.mesaartscenter.com
Location: Mesa Arts Center, SE corner Center and Main streets, downtown Mesa
Phone: 480-644-6626
Admission: Free
 Free public campus tours Wednesdays at noon. Includes a tour of all theaters, art studios on the first level, Mesa Contemporary Arts, and the Shadow Walk. Reservations are required. Please make reservations one week in advance, no later than the prior Tuesday at noon. There will be no tours during the month of August. Please allow at least one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes for a complete tour of the campus and wear comfortable walking shoes. No tours will be scheduled on public holidays. Mesa Arts Center will make every effort to visit each of the four theaters and the Art Studios on the first level. Because this is a working facility, they cannot guarantee that all of the theaters or art studios will be available. They will do their best to keep you informed of any last minute conflicts that may arise.
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Mesa Community Farmers Market
January 8, 2010 - December 31, 2010 |
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Times: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
http://www.ArizonaFarmersMarkets.com
Location: In front of the Mesa Convention Center, just south of Center and University Dr.
Phone: 480-603-6306
Admission: Free
 Held every Friday, the Farmer's Market features fresh produce from local growers, plus a variety of handmade arts and crafts such as jewelry, wooden toys and wall hangings.
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Motorcycles on Main Bike Night
April 2, 2010 - January 7, 2011 |
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Times: 6 to 10 p.m.
http://www.chestershd.com
Location: Main Street in downtown Mesa
 Every first Friday of the month you can cruise down Main Street in downtown Mesa, enjoy a fabulous show of motorcycles or park and show your bike. The fun includes beer gardens, live entertainment, food, vendors, and more.
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