Hump Day Giveaway: Big Time Rush

We are so excited to announce this is the first of four giveaways in our Summer Music Series.  Today’s giveaway is for four tickets to the July 17th Big Time Rush with Cody Simpson and Rachel Crow concert at Ashley Pavilion.  Click here for more information.

Getting entered is easy, just get on Facebook by clicking here and “share” this post on your timeline.  Yep, it’s that easy.  You have until midnight PST to enter.  Good luck!

The Green Apple Hair Lounge Giveaway Winner is…

Cori Alberdi!!  Congratulations Cori!  Please email me at nora@tiesandtutus.com to claim your prize.  We hope you enjoy your day of pampering at Green Apple Hair Lounge, one of the city’s newest and most hip salons.  If you weren’t lucky enough to be today’s winner, you can still schedule an appointment at Green Apple by calling 623.580.9156 or head to their website for more information by clicking here.

Spring Has Sprung! And so has Music Together!

Spring Music Together classes begin this week!  If you missed our original Music Together post, make sure to click here and check it out!  If you remember and haven’t signed up yet – you still have time!  Sign up today for an amazing activity to do with your little ones!  Registration information for Music Together in Phoenix can be found on their website.

Phoenix Zoo for FREE!

The Phoenix Zoo is offering free admission tomorrow, February 14th, to the first 100 guests in honor of Arizona’s 100th birthday.  Get there bright and early at 9:00am to take advantage of this deal! Click here for more information!

 

Celebrate Arizona’s Centennial at the Arizona Best Fest

Get out and celebrate Arizona’s 100th birthday this weekend in downtown Phoenix.  Arizona is hosting a huge centennial party, Arizona Best Fest, near the state capitol building at 17th Avenue and Adams this Saturday and Sunday. We have lots of info on our calendar of events, so be sure to take a peek.  Some of the wonderful attractions are a family fun zone, beer and wine gardens, live music, entertainment, arts & crafts fair and performances by the Gin Blossoms, Michelle Branch and more!

Here is a map of the area and attractions (click on the image to enlarge):

 

Arizona Dance Artistry

Arizona Dance Artistry is one of the fastest growing dance companies in the Phoenix area.  The artistic director and owner, Samantha Gobeille, has been named one of the “Top 35 entrepreneurs under 35″ by the Arizona Republic and azcentral.com.

“At Arizona Dance Artistry, our mission is to provide the best dance training for our students in a family atmosphere and safe learning environment. We promote the development of well-rounded dancers, of all ages, by offering a variety of classes with a strong focus on our Ballet curriculum and Jazz technique. Every student, from age 2 to 18, can find a program that fits them. Learn more about our classes!”

Check out www.arizonadanceartistry.com for more information and to register for a class.

via Arizona Dance Artistry | Dance and Ballet Classes for Kids.

 

giggle

While wandering through Scottsdale Quarter recently, I came across an absolutely amazing baby store, giggle.  I fell in love with their products and mission in-store (pssst, they hold storytimes twice a week, too!), but then I found their website.  Aaahhhaaahhhaaa…it quickly became my new obsession.  I spent countless hours deciding what products I just had.to.have, reading their blog, checking out their deals and then I came across The Cradle.  It is an amazing resource filled with information, tools, chat rooms, and so much more.  Now the real kicker, giggle recently released an app for the smart phone that allows you to register for your baby shower or party with your phone!  Say so long to those ugly scanners we all lugged around and say hello to the future.  Oh, how I wish I had known about this when I was pregnant.  Leave us a comment and tell us about your giggle expereince.

Babysitters

Looking for a night out with your spouse or friends, sans kids?  Have you noticed our ‘Events’ –> ‘Date Nights’ tab?  Check out these sites to find babysitters in your area:

 

 

Great Schools

As a parent and former teacher, I know how stressful it is to pick “the” school for your child.  Your child’s future success rides on the decision you make, so it’s important to do the right research and choose the best school for your family.  To help you with this daunting task, check out greatschools.org.  It’s an amazing resource for parents and gives honest feedback from families as well as state standardized test scores to assure you make the most informed decision for your child.  It’s not limited to elementary, middle or high schools either.  This great site even has stats on your local preschools and colleges.  It’s a wealth of information, check it out.

 

Family Friendly Events for January

Gingerbread House

Executive Pastry Chef Roy Pell debuts and discusses this year’s stunning and specially-themed ging….

December 3, 2011 – January 3, 2012

The Phoenician

6000 E. Camelback Road , Phoenix, AZ 85251 | 8 miles

480-941-8200

Stargazing For Everyone

Look through powerful telescopes and see the night sky, including the moon, planets, star clusters, ….

January 7, 2012

Usery Mountain Regional Park

3939 N. Usery Pass Road , Mesa, AZ 85207 | 27 miles

623-979-1393

Scout Badge Workshop: Wilderness Survival

Kids ages 9-13 are taught basic first aid and how to prevent injuries or illnesses that could occur ….

January 7, 2012

Cabela’s

9380 W. Glendale Ave. , Glendale, AZ 85305 | 12 miles

623-872-6761

Critter Keeper With Show Animals!

Children ages 6-10 and a caregiver are taught about the Phoenix Zoo’s show animals and all about the….

January 7, 2012 – January 8, 2012

Phoenix Zoo

455 N. Galvin Parkway , Phoenix, AZ 85008 | 6.9 miles

602-914-4333

“Embodying the Greatness of Your Authentic Self”

Best-selling author David Stanley discusses how to embody the greatness of your inner self and the c….

January 12, 2012

Temple Solel

6805 E. McDonald Drive , Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 | 9.6 miles

480-922-8212

Lunch With a Giraffe Keeper

Children ages 6-10 and a caregiver have a pizza lunch with the zoo’s giraffe keepers who share stori….

January 14, 2012

Phoenix Zoo

455 N. Galvin Parkway , Phoenix, AZ 85008 | 6.9 miles

602-914-4333

“The Princess, the Unicorn, and the Smelly Foot Troll”

The newest original family friendly show at Great Arizona Puppet Theater premieres. Singing, sparkle….

December 28, 2011 – January 15, 2012

Great Arizona Puppet Theater

302 W. Latham St. , Phoenix, AZ 85003 | 0.9 miles

602-262-2050

Farm Tots!

Children 18 months to age 2 and a caregiver can head to Harmony Farm for a morning focused on sheep…..

January 20, 2012

Phoenix Zoo

455 N. Galvin Parkway , Phoenix, AZ 85008 | 6.9 miles

602-914-4333

Stargazing For Everyone

Look through powerful telescopes and see the night sky, including the moon, planets, star clusters, ….

January 21, 2012

Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park

37615 U.S. 60 , Superior, AZ 85273 | 54 miles

520-689-2811

Stargazing For Everyone

Look through powerful telescopes and see the night sky, including the moon, planets, star clusters, ….

January 21, 2012

White Tank Mountain Regional Park

13025 N. White Tank Mountain Road , Waddell, AZ 85355 | 26 miles

623-979-1393

via Phoenix – Arizona Events Calendar, Reviews.