Just a quick tip for moms in the Phoenix area who like to snag those Culture Passes at the library: You can check if they are available at various library locations online. That way you don't go early in the morning to stand in line before anyone else arrives for a Zoo pass only to find out it's not available at your nearest library, but two are available at the branch across town.
I just checked and know at my library zoo passes are NOT available for check out today. And if I want to go to the Children's Museum of Phoenix, I'd have to go to another in-town library. However, I know there is one pass for the Arizona Science Center and two for the Desert Botanical Garden at my library. So if those are on my list, I can take a gamble that they'll be there if I arrive early.
Checking online first is a great time (and money - gasoline isn't cheap) saver because at least you know what possible passes you can get. It's still a gamble whether you'll get the one you really want since some other mom or dad may get in line before you.
If you're wondering, what's the big deal about the Culture Pass? The pass is essentially two free admissions to participating museums and other arts/cultural experiences in the Phoenix area. Free in this economy equals awesome! Library card holders who check out the passes have a week to pop in for a visit. Borrowing on Monday doesn't mean you have to go that day. That's huge when you never know if your plan will work out.
BTW, I must thank my friend KD for sharing this tidbit with me. :)
Cheers!
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