Recommended for you

7 Ways To Make The Most Of Your 2020 Summer If Your Live In Miami, FL

Start writing a post

Lifestyle

10 Ways To Make The Most Of Your 2020 Summer If You Live In Phoenix, AZ

Arizona is known for its heat, but there's so much more here than just the desert.

Mitchell Zimmermann

Jun 30, 2020

Arizona State University

10 Ways To Make The Most Of Your 2020 Summer If You Live In Phoenix, AZ

Photo by Mitchell Zimmermann

Arizona has some of the best outdoor hiking trails in the country. Phoenix offers top restaurants, as well as unique museums and other activities. Although coronavirus cases are spiking here, if cases begin to decline, Phoenix will be able to host some awesome events and activities for everyone.

1. Phoenix Zoo

The Phoenix Zoo is one of the most unique zoos in the United States. The zoo offers 'Winter in July' where they bring in tons of fake snow for kids and families to play with. The animals here are unique to parts of the Southwest and other hotter climates like the Middle East.

2. Changing Hands bookstore

If you like to enjoy reading, this is the bookstore for you. Changing Hands has been a Phoenix staple for over 40 years. They are one of the only independent bookstores in Phoenix and they offer several unique reads. Most people stay inside during the summer, and reading is a great way to pass the time.

3. Go ice skating.

Yes, you read that right. Several people in Arizona not only know how to ice skate, but they do it regularly. There are several indoor rinks around the Valley and it's a great way to cool down during the summer. Several rinks host birthday parties and it's a unique way to stay active!

4. Butterfly Wonderland

Butterfly Wonderland has indoor exhibits for people to see some of the coolest species of the winged insect. Kids can have butterflies land on them, and you can take beautiful pictures of these animals.

5. Arizona Science Center

The Arizona Science Center is one of the best science museums in the Southwest. There are live demonstrations in the center held for around 20 minutes each day, and they are great for kids. I had prom here a few years ago and it was so cool!

6. Wonderspaces Arizona

Wonderspaces Arizona is one of the coolest things you need to check out on this list. Instagrammable museums have become super popular recently, and this one has the best photo opportunities. The space showcases art projects from all around the world, like the famous "submergence."

7. Get Ice Cream at the Sugar Bowl.

The Sugar Bowl is in neighboring Scottsdale, but you need to go here. It is an old-fashioned ice cream parlor with pink accents everywhere. They're have amazing ice cream, and an old antique store right next door!

8. Scottsdale ArtWalk

This is a great way to beat the heat and support local artists! The Scottsdale ArtWalk has some of the most unique and special art here in AZ. The ArtWalk has been around for almost 40 years, and it's become a staple of Scottsdale.

9. Los Sombreros

Are you a Mexican food fanatic like me? You need to try Los Sombreros. They have some really creative tacos, and every single one is amazing. Their house salsa is so good, and you can tell the menu was crafted with love in mind.

10. Press Coffee

Press Coffee is so good. They have some awesome creative drinks to dry, and their baristas know their stuff. They really take the time to create awesome drinks, and everything you get here is top-notch.

Report this Content

Entertainment

25 Beatles Lyrics: Your Go-To Guide for Every Situation

The Best Lines from the Fab Four

SUNY Binghamton

31544

Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less

best beatles lyrics

Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College

95185

college students waiting in a long line in the hallway

StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

waitlisted

Recommended for you

10 Ways To Make The Most Of Your 2020 Summer If You Live In Phoenix, AZ

Arizona is known for its heat, but there's so much more here than just the desert.

1. Phoenix Zoo

2. Changing Hands bookstore

3. Go ice skating.

4. Butterfly Wonderland

5. Arizona Science Center

6. Wonderspaces Arizona

7. Get Ice Cream at the Sugar Bowl.

8. Scottsdale ArtWalk

9. Los Sombreros

10. Press Coffee

Subscribe to our Newsletter

The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

Trending Topics

Top Creators

Trending Stories

Best of Lifestyle

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments

Subscribe to our
Newsletter