Today is Staycation Day and in honor of the long-weekend ahead, we've got the it-list to having a little vaycay fun in the City of Chandler. Whether you splash around with your litter swimmers, rock out at the Environmental Education Center or focus in on your photography skills, Chandler Parks & Recreation offers some great ways for you to make every day this summer postcard-worthy.
Scroll through this month's top picks to learn how you can play tourist close to home.
Party in the Park
The City of Chandler rocks the town red, white and blue Tuesday, July 4 with the return of its annual July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at Tumbleweed Park. The party in the park reigns across Tumbleweed from 5 to 10:30 p.m. with a high energy celebration, complete with live music, food vendors, and kid activities; all leading up to Chandler's largest sky-illuminating fireworks display kicking off at 9 p.m. Admission into the park is free and onsite parking is available for $5 per vehicle.
Top Picks for the Month
Aquatics
This summer, splash into safety and learn to swim. Chandler Aquatics teaches basic swimming skills and water safety practices for all ages. Visit your local pool for a free swim lesson placement test during public swim hours.
Happy Campers can start building a solid foundation for educational success with the summer edition of Club Building Blocks. Each week, playful minds use puzzles, games and art projects to learn the necessary building blocks needed for early education enrichment. Help your children aged 3-5 years get ahead of the class as they Discover, Imagine, Grow.
Join the Environmental Education Center's school of rock Thursday, June 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and learn all about Mineral Myths and Identification. Uncover the legends of rocks and identify new minerals to add to your pet rock collection.
READY, AIM, HIRE! Let Chandler's Teen Programs help you get a jump start on your future! Join local teens Monday, June 19 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Chandler Community Center for the Future Leaders Fair. Come meet with employers hiring now, explore careers, practice interviewing skills, have your resume critiqued and more. Open to young adults 14-18 years of age. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed to impress and prepared to interview.
Make picture perfect memories this summer with Intro to Photography. You'll learn everything from how to use the lens of your DSLR to composition and lighting tricks. This class is perfect for any marmarazzi or novice photographer.
Set your sights on clear skies with a Kitt Peak Tour! Join Chandler's Senior Center, Monday, June 26 for a daylong adventure through Kitt Peak National Observatory. You'll check out spectacular views of surrounding mountains through telescopes and take a self-guided tour of astronomical exhibits. Lunch is provided by Jason's Deli and registration includes round-trip transportation from the Senior Center.
Hang Ten, Dude! Join Recreation and Athletics for Individuals with Disabilities (RAD) on Saturday, June 17 as they catch the wave and ride it into the annual Family Luau Party. Throw on your loudest Hawaiian attire and limbo down toHamilton Aquatic Centerfrom 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for an island-inspired dinner and fun-filled evening of dancing and swimming. Don't de-lei register today! This free family event requires pre-registration.
