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Add comment November 13, 2009
Remembering 9/11 – In Mesa!
September Concert presented by Mesa Sister Cities
“The Colors of Peace”
A Free Concert – For EVERYONE!!
September 11, 2009
Mesa Art Center…Ikeda Theater
7:00 PM
The September Concert is a series of free concerts, organized by individuals, schools, businesses, and associations internationally
• to bring communities together • to reaffirm our hope for peace
• to celebrate life and our universal humanity
Globally, we owe special thanks to our partner Sister Cities International and all our Global Affiliates whose commitment and tireless effort helped to spread our event to 33 cities, in countries ranging from Italy, Spain, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, India, Great Britain, Ghana, Germany, Haiti and the Czech Republic.
“Together we will fill the skies with music”
Mesa Arts Center: 1 E. Main St., 85201 (480) 644-6500
••GoGo Ginger••
Add comment September 10, 2009
Free Time at Mesa Museums
GoGo Ginger, here again! Need something free to do with the family ????
Come downtown Mesa and take part in 3–4–Free!!
Special event extended through October 2010, held on the first Sunday of each month
Not only can you visit the dinosaurs and pan for gold at the Arizona Museum of Natural History, but you can experience their current exhibits where you can learn about Mesa’s first residents in “Hohokam! Ancient Monuments of the Salt River Valley”.
AZ Museum of Natural History
Arizona Museum for Youth’s feature hand on exhibits for the little ones.
The Mesa Contemporary Arts is open for the new 2009-2010 exhibition season.
For more information on 3-4-Free Series: http://mesaartscenter.com/3ForFree.htm
Museums direct:
AZ Museum of Natural History: (480) 644-2230 www.azmnh.org
AZ Museum for Youth: (480) 644-2467 www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com
Mesa Contemporary Arts: (480) 644-6560 http://mesaartscenter.com/mca.aspx
Have a great time…. GoGo Ginger.
Add comment September 2, 2009
♬ ♪ Happy Trails To You ♪ ♬
Usery Mountain Regional Park Opens New Nature Center
UseryVisitorCenterFront
GoGo Ginger here again!!
Sorry it’s been a while, but I was actually out exploring the desert….braving the heat!!
I spent 2 hours at Mesa’s Usery Mountain Regional Park last Friday morning getting to know “the lay of the land”. Usery Park just opened its brand new Nature Center last month and there is more to this building than meets the eye! The nature center is just before the pay station, so visitors can utilize the facilities at no charge!
Ranger Jennifer gave me a complete tour of the BRAND NEW Nature Center and drove me around the park to get acquainted with all the offering and amenities. I took pages of notes, but here are a few of the highlights about the NEW Nature Center…
Retail store offers snacks and cold beverages, souvenirs and outdoor necessities like sunscreen, hats and water bottles available for purchase; Cactus garden & boulders are all relocated from original site (prior to construction); Garden rooftop; 12 Solar panels for sustainable energy; Restrooms utilize waterless urinals and low flow toilets and an outdoor amphitheater (that will seat at least 100ppl)
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General Park amenities: 4,000 acres, 4 playgrounds w/canopies, 75 campsites with hookups, Ramada sites to be reserved, Merkle Trail – Barrier Free (wheelchair/stroller accessible, via “paved” path), Vista Trail – has a sundial located at top of trail, great trail for toddlers and Equestrian Staging area and trails available, There are many monthly ranger lead programs to choose from, complimentary with regular park admission.
Now Ranger Jennifer & Ranger B are working on getting me out on the Merkle Trail, to get me away from this computer (
So plan a visit with Ranger Jennifer or Ranger B soon…..Free guided tours the New Nature Center now available in Mesa! August dates include the 19th and 27th. The official public Grand Opening ceremony and festivities are scheduled for Saturday, September 26th, so plan on visiting in August to beat the rush!
With the opening of the new center, they have implemented a new onsite Yoga classes, three times a week. You can register as a regular participant and drop-ins are always welcome.
Usery Mountain Regional Park
(part of the Maricopa Country Parks & Recreation Department)
3939 N. Usery Pass Road, Mesa 85207
(480) 984-0032
www.maricopa.gov/parks/usery
Park Hours: Sun-Thu: 6am-8pm & Fri-Sat: 6am-10pm – 365 days a year
until later, Hiking, Camping….Blazing New Trails with GoGo Ginger
Add comment August 4, 2009
Chick-fil-A Customer Appreciation Week from July 13 – 18
Chick-fil-A Loves Mesa! Mesa Riverview Restaurant Hosts Customer Appreciation Week Extravaganza Celebration July 13 – 18 to include family activities and free food giveaways
To thank its customers in the Mesa community for their loyalty over the years, the Chick-fil-A® restaurant at Mesa Riverview, located at 905 North Dobson Road, will host a . The week will include a variety of activities for the whole family! Along with product sampling, giveaways, contests for Chick-fil-A prizes and opportunities to meet the Chick-fil-A “Eat Mor Chikin®” Cow throughout the week, the community is invited to take part in the following:
Tuesday, July 14, 5 – 8 p.m.: Extreme Dinner Makeover – Join Chick-fil-A to enjoy a fine dining experience, including table-side service, a full service wait staff, and a plated dinner.
Thursday, July 16, 5 – 8 p.m.: Hollywood Night: Customers fully dressed as their favorite movie character will be rewarded with a free Chick-fil-A Meal. Guests that partially dress as their favorite character will receive a complimentary entrée. The restaurant will be decorated for the Hollywood theme.
Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Community Pool Party – Chick-fil-A will be at the Carson/Westwood Aquatic Center offering a free Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich to attendees (while supplies last). The community will also have an opportunity to meet the “Eat Mor Chikin” Cow, participate in activities, and receive giveaways. Pool admission is $1.75 for children and $3.50 for adults.
“We are thrilled to host this special series of events for our customers,” said Brandon Barrett, franchise Operator of the restaurant. “They are the reason for our success and we want them to know how much we appreciate their business, so we are excited to take a week to celebrate!” WHEN: July 13 – 18 Restaurant Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. WHERE: Chick-fil-A at Mesa Riverview 905 North Dobson Road Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 834-0573
Story by Jayson Peters with EVTribune
Add comment July 10, 2009
$$ Keeping Cool – for Free $$
3 - 4 - Free, First Sunday
http://mesaartscenter.com/3ForFree.htm
GoGo Ginger here… planning for my holiday Staycation.
I am excite to combine my favorite two things to do this weekend, #1=Free #2=Museums (staying cool in the summer).
We are mid-way through our wonderful year of 3-4-Free, 1st Sundays at the downtown Mesa museums, sponsored by Target (Noon-5pm). The museums have tallied record numbers since January, and I received an insiders tip…since families are planning on going out of town to escape the heat on this long holiday weekend….they anticipate the crowds to be manageable.
I am planning on ”landing on” the Mars exhibit, seeing “My Favorite Monster” and “meeting” Sergei Isupov at our museums. I am thinking I will head over to the new Il Vinaio Bar & Wine Bar and celebrate my independence with a toast to our country…with a Red, White, and Brew . (
Add comment July 1, 2009
FREE Family Movie Night this Saturday, June 27
Free Movie Night at the Mesa Amphitheatre
I’m looking forward to FREE Family Movie Night this Saturday, June 27, 2009 at the Mesa Amphitheatre. Madagascar 2 is a must see for families and even if you’ve seen it it is worth watching again. Hope to see you there tomorrow night!
Here are more details:
See “Madagascar 2 – Escape 2 Africa” for free on Saturday (June 27) as Mesa begins its Free Family Movie Nights at Mesa Amphitheatre. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m. A large inflatable screen will be on the stage, allowing great views and plenty of seating on the grass and terraces. There will be free bounce houses for the kids, and concession stands will be open. Guests are invited to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. No alcohol is permitted. 263 N. Center St, Mesa. 480-644-2171.
Add comment June 26, 2009
Free Coffee & a Bagel ✄$$
GoGo Ginger here…. want to share a “bite” of news I just received:
July 1st GRAND OPENING of Kokobelli Bagel & Café!!!
FREE cup of drip coffee and your choice of bagel with cream cheese!!!
from 7am to 10am
Kokobelli Bagel & Café
Fiesta Mall, In the Food Court
1445 West Southern Ave
480-969-5343
kokobelli bagel
Bon Appetite!
Add comment June 24, 2009
Same Sun, More Fun, Less Burn This Summer In Mesa
Check out the NEW YouTube video about Mesa Stay-cations at VisitMesa.com/Values . This recently added video shares all the great things to experience right here in Mesa. From fabulous hotel pools, Sunsplash, tubing the Salt River, and much more.
Then when you decide to take a Stay-cation in Mesa click here to make your planning easy with the following savings and tips:
- Mesa Money – Save $10 A Day on Your Stay in Mesa
- Citywide Summer Values
- Budget-Friendly Planning
- More Ways to Save this Summer
Enjoy your summer and don’t forget to take a Stay-cation or Vacation this year.
Add comment June 5, 2009
Good Heavens!!
Plan your next family outing for FREE!
Stop by the Mesa Community College Planetarium on June 5th between 6 – 9:30pm for a showing of “New Horizons”.
Shows start every 30 minutes. Arrive early, only 53 seats per show.
The East Valley Astronomy Club also provides telescopes for the kids to view the stars.
1833 W. Southern Ave, BLDG PS-15
(480) 461-7015
Look for the silver dome-like structure off Dobson Road, PS 15 Bldg
Add comment May 13, 2009
