Eight Activities for Grandkids

20 Aug Arizona Family Fun: Eight Activities to Enjoy with Your Grandkids

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Family Fun
by Phelps LaClair Law
Explore Arizona with your grandchildren and enjoy a variety of enriching experiences. Diverse attractions in Arizona will stimulate your children’s imagination and curiosity. There are many ways for you to create lasting memories with your grandchildren. From free activities such as splash pads and parks to museums and cultural institutions which provide learning opportunities, there are a number of ways to do so.

4 Free Activities for Kids in Arizona

Mark your calendars, there are many free events and free admission days in the greater Phoenix region. There’s always something to do, from splash pads to theater performances! Do you have a library membership? The Phoenix Public Library has

Culture Passes

1. 1. available for retirees that allow free access for two people to visit a museum or cultural institution–including the zoo! Check out current available passes here to start planning your excursion.Stroll around the Superstition Mountain Museum
   2. to spark your curious kids’ imaginations. View historical Apache artifacts and learn about the mystical legend that surrounds the area. You can also explore an old mining camp. Children 10 and younger are free with an adult; seniors can also get in for $6. Pets are welcome!This summer, keep cool by running around the free sprinkler pads in many parks across Phoenix.
   3. On Wednesdays, from 3pm-9pm, the Phoenix Art Museum offers pay-as you wish admission.
   4. 4 More Fun Activities to Enjoy with Your Grandchildren1: Adventure with the Dinosaurs

With its wide range of activities and exhibits,

Pangaea

in Scottsdale is a great place for family outings. Pangaea is home to animatronic dinosaurs, which are life-sized and move. This creates an exciting experience that makes you feel like you’re stepping back in time. Children can explore dinosaur exhibits from the Oviraptor to the Diplodocus, climb on a dinosaur themed playground, search for treasures in the “river”, and build their own clay creations.

2: Visit MuseumThe Verde Valley Archaeology Center & Museum

offers a hands-on experience to learn about the archaeology and indigenous American tribes of the Verde Valley. Exhibits include interactive displays, artifacts and educational programs to make history accessible and engaging for all ages. The entrance fee for seniors (65+ years) is only $5. The

Kids’ Adventure Room offers an excavation experience to children. The Adventure Room is only open on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10am-2pm. Bookings are required in advance. Take part in the TheatreEast valley Children’s Theatre (EVCT), specializes in events geared towards children and families. They perform everything from classic tales and fairytales to modern adaptations, original works and even modern versions. All of their plays have been tailored to engage young audiences. Don’t forget to look at their

upcoming events. Along with performances, EVCT also offers educational programs to help kids develop their acting abilities, understand stagecraft and gain confidence. The programs include classes, camps and workshops, master classes and performance troupes. They also host playwriting contests and festivals, and stage productions. 4: Ride The Train at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

The charming miniature train takes kids for a scenic ride through the park. It gives them a taste of being a conductor or a passenger in an imaginative setting. Rides cost $3 per person and admission to the park is free. You can also take your grandchildren to see the vintage carousel! Let them burn off some steam in the playground. Protect Your Loved Ones Future

Retirement can be a wonderful time, especially if your grandchildren are involved! You can finally enjoy the fruits of your hard work, indulge in your favourite hobbies, spend more quality time with your grandchildren, and visit family and friends. While you enjoy your retirement, don’t forget to take care of

estate-planning. A comprehensive estate plan will protect your assets, provide for your loved ones, and ensure that your wishes are carried out. Phelps LaClair’s team can ensure that your estate plan covers all your needs. We have helped Arizona residents with their estate planning for several decades. We would be happy to help you with everything from trust administration

to living wills and medical directives. Give us a call at 480-892-2488 today to schedule your

free consultation.

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