Family-Friendly Events in January
ZooLights: Glow Wild Jan. 1-19The Phoenix Zoo’s yearly holiday light show is on until Jan.19, allowing families one or more opportunities to enjoy the city’s zoo, with millions of lights giving an added dimension to the festivities.
Glow Wild,455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix,
https//:www.phoenixzoo.org,$13.95 for general admission $11.95 for members.
Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts Jan.4-18The Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts features the work of established and emerging artists, including those who create woodwork, metal crafts, food items, art and photography gifts.
On Macdonald, off of Main Street in Downtown Mesa.
https//:www.dtmesafest.com,free admission.
Family Fun Winterfest Jan.4OdySea Aquarium in the Desert is hosting the third annual Family Fun Winterfest in its Desert Courtyard, featuring real snow for the kids to play in. This free event features everything from bounce houses to rides, games, snowflake crafts and face painting to go with various stands set up by local sellers, with food and other offerings for sale at the event.
9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
https//:www.odyseainthedesert.com,free.
Youth Fine Arts Course Jan.18-Mar.7Mesa Arts Center is hosting an eight-week youth arts course on Saturdays to teach artistic skills and knowledge through fun and challenging art classes in a wide variety of art materials, including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture, ensuring mentally stimulating sessions for all.
Mesa Art Center, I E. Main St., Mesa,
https//:www.mesaartscenter.com,$93 for admission.
1. How can you get a discount when buying a ticket to the ZooLights show?
A.By bringing a friend. | B.By becoming a member. |
C.By booking a ticket online. | D.By Joining a tour group |
2. What can you do at Family Fun Winterfest?
A.Have free food. | B.Enjoy real snow. |
C.Take art classes. | D.Meet local artists |
3. Which event lasts the longest?
A.ZooLights: Glow Wild. | B.Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts. |
C.Family Fun Winterfest. | D.Youth Fine Arts Courses. |