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It might be hot outside but don’t sweat it!
by Mesa Arts Center | June 26, 2015
As temperatures rise remember to stay hydrated, wear light breathable clothing, apply sunscreen often and refresh in the artic blast of relief that is sweet-sweet air conditioning.
Here are 5 places you can visit to keep cool around Mesa this summer:
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
Part of the Mesa Arts Center, the MCAM features contemporary art from emerging artist. Chill out while viewing aquatic images from artist William Barnhart’s Seattle Series or spend an afternoon pondering over other current exhibits that include: Patchedby artist Kaori Takamura, and Vantage Point, an embroidery installation, by Maggy Rozycki Hiltner. Hurry! The museum will be closed starting August 17th but will reopen during the new season kickoff on September 11th.
Cost:Free
Location:1 East Main Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201
Hours:Tu, W, F, Sat: 10AM - 5PM, Th: 10AM - 8PM, Sun: Noon - 5PM
Website:www.mesaartscenter.com
I.D.E.A Museum
It might be too hot to build a snowman, but Anna and Elsa would definitely approve of the Once Upon a Time exhibit at the I.D.E.A. Museum. Going on now until September 13th, you can become part of the story as you explore folktales and folklore through activities such as testing your knowledge of fairytale origins, exploring the Greek mythological “family tree”, and creating your very own castle.
Cost:Free for members and those under 1. $8.00 for everyone else.
Location:150 W. Pepper Place, Mesa, AZ 85201
Hours:Tu - Sat: 9AM - 4PM, Sunday: Noon - 4PM
Website:www.ideamuseum.org
Bookmans Entertainment Exchange
You might already be there trading in your unwanted old and used goodies but did you know that Bookmans also holds a variety of events for all ages throughout the summer? From Sing, Sign, Play, Saturday Morning Storytime, crafting, book signings and musical guest, you are sure to find a way to beat the heat wave in style.
Bonus: You can help your furry four-legged friends out too! Bookmans is dog friendly as long as your pooch is on a leash.
Cost:Free
Location:1056 S. Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ 85210
Hours:Daily: 9AM - 10PM
Website:www.bookmans.com
Cinemark Mesa 16
Relish an ice-cold beverage as you kick your feet up in one of Cinemark’s luxury loungers. You’ll feel like you are right at home while soaking up the celluloid rays watching the newest blockbuster or a restored classic. Be sure to check out Discount Tuesdays where movies are only $5.50 all day long and their summer movie club for the kiddos and young at heart.
Cost:Under $10
Location:1051 N. Dobson Road, Mesa, AZ 85201
Hours:Varies
Website:www.cinemark.com
Slickables
Snickerdoodle, funfetti, and double chocolate cookies, Oh my! With 8 different kinds of cookies and 10+ ice cream flavors to choose from, your ice cream sandwich dreams are just one sweet trip to Slickables away. Best known for their customizable $2 ice cream sandwiches, Slickables offers green juices, smoothies and sundae options to enjoy as well.
Cost:Under $5.00
Location:142 W Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Hours:Sun - Thur: 11AM - 9PM, Fri & Sat: 11AM - 10PM
You might already be there trading in your unwanted old and used goodies but did you know that Bookmans also holds a variety of events for all ages throughout the summer? From Sing, Sign, Play, Saturday Morning Storytime, crafting, book signings and musical guest, you are sure to find a way to beat the heat wave in style.
Bonus: You can help your furry four-legged friends out too! Bookmans is dog friendly as long as your pooch is on a leash.
Relish an ice-cold beverage as you kick your feet up in one of Cinemark’s luxury loungers. You’ll feel like you are right at home while soaking up the celluloid rays watching the newest blockbuster or a restored classic. Be sure to check out Discount Tuesdays where movies are only $5.50 all day long and their summer movie club for the kiddos and young at heart. Explore More:
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