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October 2012
FAMILY FUN Pkwy., Phoenix. 480-481-8188, www.dbg.org/events-exhibitions/ the-great-pumpkin-festival.
26 Downtown Spooktacular, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Downtown Chandler Library Courtyard. Local ghosts, ghouls and goblins can enjoy an evening of familythemed activities at the Halloween Spooktacular. The free event features games like pumpkin bowling and cupcake walks, a haunted house, face painting and a costume contest. Everyone who plays a game gets candy, so pack trick-or-treat bags. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. 480-782-2735, www.chandleraz.gov/special-events.
26-28 29th Roy Track Memorial Pow Wow, 7-10 p.m. Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Pioneer Park. East Valley's longest running annual Native American inter-tribal celebration. The Mesa Pow Wow is a yearly gathering of Native American men, women and children from throughout the western U.S. The event features Gourd Dance, a prayer presentation by Veterans in native language, a dance competition, Indian arts vendors and Native American foods. All ages. Free. 525 E. Main Street, Mesa. 602-799-0260.
27 Halloween Gourd Art Class, 9-10:15 a.m. EEC at Veterans Oasis Park. Pumpkins, ghosts and goblins are a sam-
pling of the creative ways children can decorate gourds. Pumpkins and supplies are provided. Ages 7-10. $12-$15 per child with one unpaid adult permitted. Preregistration required. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2890, EEC@chandleraz.gov; www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.
27 Mayor Tibshraeny’s Day of Play, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tumbleweed Park. Enjoy free activities to get the kids playing and keep their minds active while parents explore various booths. Spend the morning at Tumbleweed Park as the City promotes heath, wellness and fitness for kids of all ages. Free. 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. www.chandleraz.gov/special-events.
Fall Rhythm Fest, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tumbleweed Park. Enjoy an evening of family fun at the annual Fall Rhythm Fest. Some of the Valley’s hottest bands entertain, and vendors offer a variety of tasty food and beverages. In addition, there will be interactive amusements for children, along with music contests for all ages. Bring lawn chairs and blankets, and spend a family friendly, alcohol-free evening listening to the music and watching the grand finale fireworks. Free admission. 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. www.chandleraz.gov/ special-events.
Fall Festival, 5-9 p.m. Faith Family Church. This year’s theme is “Arizona
Jones in Search of Lost Traditions.” Parents and kids can enjoy classic and traditional carnival games and activities including pony rides, hay rides, a campfire, petting zoo and more. Chandler BBQ will sell hot food, including a $1 menu. Costumes are welcome. Free. All ages. 11530 E. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler. 480-539-8933, www.faithfc.org.
Fall Music and Halloween Festival, noon-9 p.m. Freestone Park. The annual event features stages of music and family entertainment, games for people of all ages, face painting, vendors, food, beverages and more. Admission: $5; children 3 and younger are free. Activity tickets are $1 each or $15 for a wristband. Discount packages are available Oct. 1 through 25 at www.gilbertrecreation.com. 1045 E. Juniper Rd., Gilbert. 480-503-6200, www.gilbertaz.gov/events.
28 Third Annual LUNGevity 5K Walk and Fun Run Charity Event, 10 a.m. Kiwanis Park, Ruben Romero Ramada Area. Enjoy a Halloween-themed 5K fun run and family walk to benefit LUNGevity Foundation, the nation’s leading private supporter of lung cancer research. This Halloween-themed event is stroller-, wheelchair-, bicycle- and pet-friendly. Expect a Halloween costume contest for adults, kids and pets, plus kiddie train rides, photo booth, carnival games, kids Halloween crafts and more fun. Awards are given to the top three individual fundraisers. Refreshments, music and a
photographer are part of the fun, and all participants receive a LUNGevity T-shirt and chances to win giveaways, such as a cruise, two-night stay at W Scottsdale, Southwest Airlines airfare, family passes to the Phoenix Zoo, spa day at Green with Envy Organic Salon and Spa, dinner at Sassi Restaurant and more. 6111 S. All American Way, Tempe. To register, visit www.lungevity.org/phoenix.
29 Grossed Out! 6 p.m. Perry Branch Library. Listen to some gross books and jokes, play a disgusting facts game and make some slime! Grades 1-3. Registration needed. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000, www.mcldaz.org.
30 “Hunger Games” Reaping Ball, 6-8 p.m. Southeast Regional Library. Join friends in your favorite “Hunger Games” attire for a fun evening of trivia, games, crafts, snacks, music and dancing. Prizes are awarded for the best costumes. Ages 13-18. 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, www.mcldaz.org.
31 Halloween Fairy and Pixie Party, 9-10 a.m. EEC at Veterans Oasis Park. The party features stories and the chance to make a tiara or sparkly wand. Ages 3-6. Preregistration required. $9-12 per child with one unpaid adult permitted. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd.,
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Chandler. 480-782-2890, EEC@chandleraz.gov; www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.
31 Spooky Species, 11-11:45 a.m. EEC at Veterans Oasis Park. Celebrate Halloween and discover spooky animal species and creepy-crawlies. Children get up close and personal with live animals while receiving a fun lesson in wildlife rescue and conservation. Ages 2 and older. Preregistration is required. $6-9, free ages 1 and younger with a paid adult. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2890, EEC@chandleraz.gov, www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.
31 October Fest, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Corona Baptist Church. Families are welcome to attend October Fest. The free fun includes carnival games, bounce houses, food, music and a “trunk or treat.” Attendees may come in costume. 4450 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-838-4040, coronabc@coronabc.org.
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