Halloween is the Single Deadliest Day of the Year for Child Pedestrians
According to AAA and the NHTSA, Halloween is the single deadliest day of the year for child pedestrians. They are three times more likely to be struck and killed on Halloween than on any other day. Contributing factors include kids on the ...
Epic Kids Photo Contest Winner
Congratulations to Aubrey and Owen for winning a night stay at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess for their family, along with four VIP Pumpkin Fest wristbands, and a parking pass in our first photo contest! Check out page 15 of the ...
Play Time: Leisure Installs Make Fun Happen
By Sondra Barr For James and Sasha Lewis, being a big kid is all in a day’s work. As the owners of Leisure Installs, they make fun happen for Valley families by installing and selling playsets and outdoor recreational equipment. ...
Epic Kids October 2021
Introducing the October issue of Epic Kids. Enjoy! Click on the photo below to view the October 2021 issue of Epic Kids. We welcome feedback and story suggestions. Let us know about the epic kids you know in the Valley ...
Slider Throwdown Benefits The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation
The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation is all about kids — after all its entire mission is to create opportunities local foster youth so they can have a normal a childhood as possible. So it’s only natural that its ...
Education Forward Arizona and Freeport-McMoran Foundation Award Scholarships to 38 Arizona Students
More than $200,000 in funding and mentorship to support scholars on their academic journey Thirty-eight students recently began the 2021/2022 academic year with funds and support to attend a college or university thanks to scholarships from Education Forward Arizona and the Freeport-McMoRan Foundation. ...
Halloween Spooky Cans
Get the kids involved with Halloween decorations this year with these easy-to-make “spooky cans” resembling a bat, Frankenstein, and a mummy. Spooky Bat 1 soup can 1 paint brush 1 bottle black acrylic paint 1 white fabric marker 1 black ...
Get Ready for a Monster of a Party at Chandler’s Halloween Spooktacular on October 29
There is plenty of Halloween fun brewing in Downtown Chandler as the City’s annual Halloween Spooktacular takes over Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, Fri., Oct. 29. Gather your little ghosts, goblins and witches at 5:30 p.m. and enjoy a free fang-tastic party ...
Park West Entertainment District Announces 2nd Annual Boo Bash
Park West, the West Valley’s premier destination for dining and entertainment located at 9744 West Northern Avenue, announces its 2nd annual Boo Bash event on Sat., Oct. 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Initially created in 2020 as a ...
‘Birth to Five Helpline Awareness Week’ to Spotlight Free Support Line for Families with Young Children
Southwest Human Development, Arizona’s largest early childhood development nonprofit, will host the inaugural “Birth to Five Helpline Awareness Week” Oct. 11-16, 2021, to spotlight the organization’s free support line for those who have questions or concerns about parenting and the early development of children from ...
The Armer Foundation for Kids Hosting Outdoor Holiday Market & Blood Drive on October 17
On Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., local non-profit The Armer Foundation for Kids will be hosting an Outdoor Holiday Market and Blood Drive to raise funds for the families that they assist who have children ...
An Ocean “Orange-ial” Now Calls OdySea Aquarium Home
Rare Orange Lobster Discovered at Nobu Restaurant Donated to Aquarium An extremely rare, pumpkin-colored lobster turned up this summer at Nobu Scottsdale, an upscale Japanese restaurant at Fashion Square Mall. Immediately, its kitchen staff recognized its one-in-30 million uniqueness, prompting ...
StoryWalk brings together reading and recreation in a creative way for kids
StoryWalk Comes to Paloma Community Park On Saturday, October 9, the city of Peoria will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Paloma Community Park to welcome StoryWalk to NW Peoria. Children of all ages can see their favorite stories come ...
October 24 Trick Or Treat Family Fun Run Helps Local Children in Need
Childhelp, a nonprofit organization advocating for abused and neglected children, is giving residents the chance to get out, get active and make a difference for the love of a child. The community is invited to participate in the Childhelp Wings Trick or Trot Family ...
Five Ways to Get in the Fall Spirit
By Nadine Bubeck While I’m not an over-the-top crafter or Martha in the kitchen, I still like to get creative. If you’re like me and want to get in the fall spirit (but need an extra nudge), this one’s for ...
Community Invited to Help CCUSD Form Its Strategic Plan
By Cort Monroe, Ed.D., CCUSD Superintendent “Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there,” according to the popular quote by Will Rogers. The Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) is revitalizing our ...
BASIS Charter Schools Hosting Tours for Scottsdale Families
Have you wondered if a BASIS Charter School might be the right school for your child? As you plan school for next fall, now is the perfect time to find out if BASIS is the right fit for your family. ...
Helping homeless pets get another chance at life and love is all in a day’s work for veterinarian Katherine Daigle
Animal Care Helping homeless pets get another chance at life and love is all in a day’s work for veterinarian Katherine Daigle. Name: Katherine Daigle Profession: Animal Shelter Veterinarian Age: 46 What do you do for a living? I am a veterinarian for ...