Out and About in Litchfield Park - Things To Do This Weekend 1/27/12

Out and About in Litchfield Park - Things To Do This Weekend 1/27/12

Welcome to the West Valley Home Team's Blog "Out and About in Litchfield Park," featuring things to do in Phoenix's West Valley, including Litchfield Park, Goodyear, Avondale and the surrounding areas. If you have an event that you would like to add contact us at cinda@wvhometeam.com. We'd be glad to add it. Don't miss this week's fun events like Farmers markets, hikes and a classic car show.

Friday, January 27th

Celestial Petroglyph Hike at White Tank Park. Reservation required for this hike into a restricted area of the park where some very unusual petroglyphs can be viewed. Call 623-935-2505 to make your reservation. Hike can be too strenuous for small children and those with physical limitations due to some rock climbing and sand. No dogs allowed. Meet at Area 7 at 10am for this 2.5 hour hike. For more information visit www.maricopa.gov/parks. There is a $6 per vehicle park entry fee.

Saturday, January 28th

E-Waste & Shred Event at Estrella Mountain Community College Campus. Recycle your electronic waste from 8am to 1pm this Saturday. Bring items such as computers, batteries, printer cartridges, mobile phones and more. For a complete list of items visit www.avondale.org or call 623-935-8319.

Avondale Farmers Market. Held at Friendship Park each Saturday. Shop for fresh, locally-grown food along with products and hand-crafted goods. For more information visit www.arizonafarmersmarkets.com.

Peoria Farmers Market at Park West. According to their website this farmers market draws around 1,500 attendees and up to 75 vendors making it the largest and most diverse farmers market in the West Valley. They even have a petting zoo...For more information visit the Park West website. Park West is located at the 101 and Northern Ave.

Kids Photo Hike at White Tank Park. Kids need to bring a camera for this fun discovery-type scavenger hunt where they collect photos instead of items. Call ahead for reservations as space is limited to 15 children (must be accompanied by an adult). The .3 mile flat, easy hike will be along the Mule Deer Trail, meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Call 623-935-2505 to make your reservation. For more information visit the Maricopa Parks & Recreation website. There is a $6 per vehicle park entry fee.

Westgate Hot Rods & Classic Car Show in Glendale. Bring your car or just come to check out some cool cars! All cars are welcome to this family friendly event featuring hundreds of hot rods and classics at Westgate's Cruz-In. From 8am to 1pm. For more information visit the Westgate website.

Wine Tasting at Ground Control in Goodyear. Costs $15 and runs from 7pm to 10pm. For more info visit Ground Control's website.

Sunday, January 29th

Wigwam Farmers Market in Litchfield Park. Enjoy breakfast and shopping! Shop for locally produced food on the Front Lawn of the Wigwam. 8:30am to 12:30pm. For more information visit www.wigwamresort.com.

Petz Place Farmers Market in Goodyear. Located in the Estrella Crossings parking lot at 3690 S Estrella Parkway. Tonopah Rob and others offer all-natural fresh local veggies and other goodies from 8 am to 1pm. for more information visit www.tonopahrob.com.

Bird Walk with Sonoran Audubon at Estrella Mountain Regional Park. Join the Sonoran Audubon for 2 hours of watching the fantastic bird life at Estrella Park. Over 150 different species can be found. Bring your own binoculars and books if you can as supplies are limited. Meet at east side of turf in dirt parking lot at 8am. For more information visit the Estrella Mountain Regional Park website. There is a $6 per vehicle park entry fee.

Upcoming Events

Adults Only Half Moon Hike at White Tank Park February 2nd.

Family Half Moon Hike at White Tank Park February 3rd.

Valentine Luminary Walk at White Tank Park February 10th.

Arts in the Park Concert February 19th.

Litchfield Park Friends of the Rec 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk & Family Classroom Challenge March 3.

Enjoy Your Weekend!