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: Patched
by 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
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
