Five Freebies for Memorial Day Weekend
High fuel prices have many people sticking close to home this holiday weekend. Controlling costs doesn't mean you have to stay at home, however. Here are five free events taking place in the Valley that are definitely worth more than the price of admission:
- Avenue of the Arts - Start the weekend off right with the Valley's newest art festival! Juried artists from the East Valley Art Guild will present original artwork in a variety of mediums along with roving musicians and food from Famous Dave's BBQ. Find it in the Mesa Riverview's Theater District at Dobson Rd. and the Loop 202 on Friday.
- WWII Internment Camp History Presentation - The award-winning documentary "Lessons in Loyalty: One American's Internment Camp Experience" will be shown at 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Chandler's McCullough-Price Hose (300 S. Chandler Village Drive). The 27-minute film will be followed by a presentation and discussion on the Japanese American internment camps in Arizona, including one camp located just 15 miles south of Chandler.
- SanTan Jam's Spring Concert Series - The Chadwicks will be performing alternative and classic rock during the final concert of the 2008 series on Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bring your own bring your own blankets and chairs to Gilbert's SanTan Plaza located at Williams Field Rd. and the Loop 202.
- Campanillas Handbell Ensemble - The community handbell choir will perform at 3:00 p.m. Sunday at Valley Presbyterian Church (6947 E. McDonald Dr.) in Paradise Valley.
- Memorial Day Celebration - The Pioneers' Cemetery Association with Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department will honor those who have died in the service of their country in a ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pioneer & Military Memorial Park (15th Ave. & Jefferson Ave.) in Phoenix. Representative from local historical societies will be on hand to discuss the role of Arizonans in the armed forces. Children's crafts and refreshments will be available.
These are just a few of the many events and activities taking place throughout the metropolitan area during the holiday weekend. Stay tuned to this blog for more!
