Take a tour through Southwest culture at the Heard Museum, located at the intersection of Paradise Lane and Civic Center Plaza in Surprise. Witness performers and artists practicing as they would in their native tribe. Enjoy inter-active displays for kids, workshops in native arts, and storytelling for young and old.

A walk in the park is said to do wonders. Kiwanis Park in Tempe is a wonder of family and group activities. Specific fields for baseball, softball, soccer, combined with tennis, and basketball courts keep sports teams in shape. While your kids take advantage of all of the amenities housed in the park, you can relax in the shade of covered ramadas.