Disney’s new movie, UP is an animated comedy/adventure starring a 78-year-old man who ties thousands of balloons to his home to escape his 8-year-old nemesis…. What you have to do is show up at Phoenix’s Wesley Bolin Plaza and drop by the ShowUp.com booth.

Twelve of the world’s best monster trucks (including Grave Digger and Maximum Destruction) will fight it out at the University of Phoenix Stadium…. How to claim your presale discount: Log on to ticketmaster before midnight May 22, 2009 and enter the promo code “GLOBAL.”

Looking for something fun and different (and cheap) to do on a Saturday night?… How much: $10 in advance (better hurry) or $12 at the door.

The Bead Museum: 2 for 1 admission and 10% off purchases on Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2009…. Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum: Free admission on Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2009.

Thanks, Cities on the Cheap for this terrific deal: Yes, Shane’s IS offering free ribs (1/2 rack) again this year …. Where & When : Both Valley Shane’s Rib Shack locations will participate on Saturday, May 16, 2009: Westgate City Center, 6770 North Hockey Way.

Did you know the desert provides a veritable feast–if you know where to look. Head over to estrella Mountain Regional Park for a stroller-accessible .5 mile stroll on Gila Trail to learn more.

I love walking in the washes, and there is quite a bit to be learned about animals there, too…. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 480-488-6623 When: Saturday, May 16, 2009.

What happens when you put a monkey, a pirate, and a banana treasure all in one place? Fun, that’s what. Take the wee ones out to see a puppet show called “The Monkey & The Pirate.”
Where: The Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 West Latham Street Phoenix, AZ 85003. (602) 262-2050
When: Saturday, May 16, 2009 at [...]