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The Town of Fountain Hills wants you to “Get Your Play On.”

This July, discover the power of play and adventure. It’s National Parks and Recreation Month, and for anyone who loves being outdoors this month is for you. The Town of Fountain Hills wants you to “Get Your Play On.” Whether it’s summer camp, an adult sports league, exploring a trail, meeting friends on the playground, playing cards in the park, or discovering nature — parks and play go hand in hand. Here are 3 ways that you can celebrate Park and Recreation Month in Fountain Hills:

1.Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Fountain

Put on your patriotic best, and take the family to Fountain Park on Tuesday July 4^th to celebrate our nation’s 241^st birthday. The celebration kicks off at 5:00 pm with music, games, and kid’s entertainment, and a wide variety of food. The night will be capped off with a majestic firework display over the park’s beautiful lake. There is no better place to celebrate America than in one the of most beautiful places in the United State- our own Fountain Hills.

2. Head Over to Four Peaks Park to Enjoy Wacky Wet Wednesdays

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Come on over to Four Peaks Park, and enjoy some fun in the sun. Bring the family to have a good time splashing around in the sprinklers, and being sprayed by the Fountain Hills Fire Department. This is a great way to spend a Wednesday afternoon to cool down, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors in Four Peaks Park on July 12^th and 26^th.

3. Participate in Yoga at Fountain Park

On Saturday, July 22^nd, enjoy a gentle flowing practice of Yoga surround by the majesty of nature, and a 560-foot fountain in the backdrop. Join TruFits Studios has they lead this evening twilight class.at the Amphitheatre in Fountain Park. The fee for the class is $12 dollars, and drop-in is only allowed if they have a minimum of 5 participants pre-registered. The drop-in fee is $15.

For more in formation please visit, https://apm.activecommunities.com/townfh.

Birthdays often deserve big celebrations — and nobody will celebrate America’s 241^st birthday better than Fountain Hills. If you’re looking to plan your annual firework viewing extravaganza, you’re in luck. Put on your red, white and blue, and come celebrate an action-packed Independence Day at Fountain Park in Lakeside Village. The

The 4^th at the Fountain is a local celebration that is free,and open to the community.

celebrations will begin at 6:00 pm with music, games, and prizes.  Enjoy great music from DJ Steve Grosse who will keep you moving and grooving throughout the night.

The 4^th at the Fountain is a local celebration that is free, and open to the community. While you’re here, take advantage of the scenic views by bringing your chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets to relax and enjoy an evening full of excitement. Bring your frisbees, balls, and other games to enjoy the evening. Food vendors will also be on hand with Italian ice, frozen lemonade, and other goodies for you to beat the summer heat.

And what 4^th of July would be complete without some beautiful pyrotechnics igniting the night skyline? The 4^th at the Fountain will cap the night off with a majestic firework display at 9:00 pm over the picturesque lake at Fountain Park. No personal fireworks, sparklers, or other open flames are allowed. Due to the noise of the fireworks, the Town of Fountain Hills suggests that all pets be kept at home for their safety.

Public parking throughout downtown Fountain Hills will be available. Please note temporary road closures will be in effect at the end of the program to help allow pedestrians to exit the park.

For more information regarding the event, please visit http://www.experiencefountainhills.org/p/events

“I’m bored.”

The two most dreaded words parents may hear from children who are free from the routine of school and uncertain about how to spend their time during summer break. Thankfully, parents have options. Planning is the key to making sure your child has a rich, fulfilling and memorable summer break. This year, why not forgo the traditional summer break for activities that gets your creative juices flowing.

Now is the time to sit down with your child and ask them what interests them or what they would like to try for the first time. Get your child involved in the planning process so they can point you toward a program that satisfies their curiosities. The Town of Fountain Hills offers a wide variety of activities this summer from sports camps to a Lego Robotics Workshop. The Fountain Hills Community Services has is at all to give your child an enriching, fulfilling summer they won’t ever forget!

Lego Robotics Workshop

Have you ever wanted to create a bird and programming it to chirp, or a lion and making it roar? The Fountain Hills Community Services is hosting a series of Lego Robotics Workshops through June, July, and August. This workshop will introduce

Lego Robotics Workshops

students to Lego Mindstorm Robotic Kits, and the programming it takes to make them do all the fun stuff. Learn how to design, build, and program the Lego Mindstorm NXT robots. The Registration fee is $30.00, and open to ages 8 – 14 years old.

Party in the Park

The Town of Fountain Hills Community Services Department invites Middle School Students to participate in their annual “Summer Party in the Park” series.  The event will run through June, July, and August.  Drop in to Golden Eagle Park from 6:00 to 9:00 pm for a variety of games, music, and fun. No registration is required, and its students going into 6^th -8^th grades.

Family Fun Trip

Have you ever wanted to go tubing on the Salt River, but don’t want to have to drive to

Family Trip Tubing Down The Salt River

the venue? The Town of Fountain Hills Community Services Department is hosting the second annual Family Fun Trip. Enjoy an awesome trip to the Salt River with your family. This trip is open to all families of all shapes and sizes. The event will take place on Saturday, July 29^th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The registration fee is $25.

For more information on this and other summer activities, please check out the Fountain Hills Community Services website at https://apm.activecommunities.com/townfh/Home.