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Whether you want to plan a unique first date or take some time to reconnect with your significant other, you can find something fun to do in Chandler. You don't have to stick to the plain old dinner and a movie either. This part of Arizona has lots of activities and attractions you can check out if you want to do something different. Take a look at these date night ideas you can do in Chandler. more Digital Drive-In Take the short trip to Mesa and experience the area's first digital drive-in. The massive 24-feet by 40-feet digital high definition screen at Digital Drive-In AZ is the first of its kind in Arizona, and the drive-in is now showing movies seven days a week. You can pack a picnic dinner or just snacks to munch on during the movie and head to 1901 N. Alma School Road for a new-and-improved drive-in experience. If you want to get out of the car, you can sit outside right next to it. Bring your four-legged friend, too, as long as they stay in the car. The Digital Drive-In will play movies rain or shine, so keep your date even if it looks like rain. The Ivy Mediterranean Lounge The Ivy sits on the trendy southern end of Chandler. It features a Mediterranean menu with lots of Greek appetizers, such as spanakopita and hummus. For dinner, choose one of their exquisite entrees to share or indulge in for yourself. Try the paella with a Mediterranean twist, the lamb chops, or classic surf 'n' turf. Enjoy a romantic meal on the large, plush patio, a comfortable place to sit outside for a relaxing evening. Burst of Butterflies Get creative on your date at Burst of Butterflies Paint Your Own Pottery. You can each pick a piece to paint from the hundreds of different items, and there are paints, brushes, and glaze colors, too. Sit and chat while you paint your piece, and then hand it over to the staff who will kiln fire it for you. You can also choose from wineglasses, beer mugs, and mason jars if you want to paint glass instead of pottery. Call ahead to make a reservation if you have a group date, or just stop by if it's just the two of you. Imagine 3D Mini Golf If you are a fan of mini-golf, Imagine 3D Mini Golf makes a unique and fun date. This family-owned business has locations in Gilbert and Scottsdale, with 18-hole indoor glow-in-the-dark courses. It's also the perfect way to get out of the Arizona heat. You can play with or without 3D glasses depending on how much of a challenge you want, but adding the glasses also adds to the fun. Go on Thursdays after 5 p.m. to get two-for-one admission for you and your date. Take a drive to one of these Chandler-area locations for a one-of-a-kind date night. You can make the most of the area attractions and plan something fun. image via pixabay

Phoenix, Arizona, is home to an eclectic group of people from different backgrounds and cultures. Because of the diversity here, residents can learn a lot from each other. If you're looking to try a new hobby or learn something new, then this city is the perfect place to start. Below are a few different places in Phoenix, Arizona, where you can begin to widen your horizons. more StoneMan Climbing Company Whether you are new to rock climbing or need technical instruction, StoneMan Climbing Company has experienced rock climbing guides to help you along the way. Instead of staying in a climbing gym, the guides take you out to real rocking climbing locations. They also provide you with the safest and most comfortable gear out there. The locations you can choose from in the Phoenix area include McDowell Mountain and Camelback Mountain. Choose from two, four, or eight-hour hikes depending on how much instruction you want to get in a day. Before you know it, you'll be a rock climbing pro. Evolve Dance & Fitness Evolve Dance & Fitness offers dance classes for people of all ages. It's the perfect place to bring your children to lessons while learning some moves of your own. Their youth and adult classes cover a wide variety of dance styles. Some styles their experienced staff teach include ballet, lyrical, pointe, jazz, tap, and hip hop. Depending on the dance class, your child may also be able to participate in their winter and summer recitals. Throughout the year, Evolve offers fun events such as a heels dance class and an Empower & Inspire dance workshop. Art Classes in Phoenix Maybe you've always wanted to unleash your creative side. Phoenix is home to many institutions that offer art classes. Art can help you express yourself and learn more about who you are. Phoenix Center for the Arts offers arts and cultural opportunities through their education, programming, and advocacy efforts. Their mission is to offer arts education to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. They offer classes in ceramics, dance and movement, glass, metals and jewelry, mixed media, painting and drawing, photography, printmaking, and many more art mediums. Milkweed Arts is another place in Phoenix that is committed to art education. Their slogan is "Quality Art, Quality Education," which shows through their wide offering of classes and events. Here you can learn how to work with glass, wood, metals, and more. They offer college-level art education workshops without the college price. Adults can learn about art at a high level without the trouble of taking a college course. This is just the beginning of all the fun, new things you can learn in the Phoenix, Arizona, area. This city is full of individuals who find it important to nourish their minds, bodies, and souls. By learning a new hobby, you can expand your interests and meet new people while having a good time. Try something you never considered before; you might find out it's your new favorite activity. image via pixabay

Lights. Camera. Action! There is truly nothing that compares with live theatrical and musical performances, and the Phoenix, AZ area has numerous theater companies, operas, and performing art groups to choose from. Whether looking for a night out with friends, a unique date experience, or a cultural experience with your family check out these three art and entertainment experiences in Phoenix. more Arizona Theatre Company With more than 130,000 theater lovers attending theatrical performances at the beautiful Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix and the Temple of Music and Art in Tuscon, the Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) has earned its recognition of being "The State Theatre". With the largest subscriber base of any Arizona performing art organization, ATC continues to produce new seasons of quality productions reflecting the various forms of world theater including new works, musicals, contemporary plays, and the classics, allowing audiences to immerse themselves in the rich emotional joy and experience found only through live theater. The Arizona Theatre Company share's their company's passion of the arts through various community events, access initiatives, educational opportunities, and outreach programs. With over 700 engagement and education activities available via summer programs and schools, ATC is committed to introducing Arizona's youth to the creative power dramatic literature has and demonstrating how it can enrich their lives. Arizona Theatre Company's Herberger Theater Center is located in downtown Phoenix at  222 E. Monroe Street. They are open Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with 6 p.m. curtain times Wednesday - Friday during performance weeks. They are also open weekend hours on performance weeks Saturday - Sunday from 12 - 5 p.m. with a 6 p.m. curtain time. Carnival of Illusion Don't miss your chance to experience Arizona's favorite show to celebrate, laugh, and have fun at. Eyed and Sarlot's Carnival of Illusion gives visitors a peek into the life of old-world performers like Gypsy Rose Lee, Harry Houdini, Mae West, and Buster Keaton. With raving guest reviews stating "delighted, wonderful, and amazed at a presentation that doesn't include special effects and technology but rather talent, wit, and the personalities of two very unique people. Being taken back in time was pure magic" Located at 2400 E Missouri Ave in Phoenix check their website for times, dates and availability of shows. Arizona Opera Originally founded as the Tucson Opera Company in 1971 by dedicated opera enthusiasts, Arizona Opera has presented more than 170 fully-staged concerts and operas since it's inaugural year. The company's rich artistic history blends Their artistic history is rich with a blend of American operas, operettas, turn-of-the-century masterpieces, and traditional repertoire featuring verismo, baroque, and bel canto works. They have also twice presented Wagner's complete Ring Cycle, an accomplishment only met by for other North American companies. Arizona Opera is located on the corner of Central Avenue and McDowell Road in Uptown Phoenix's Arts District at 1636 N. Central Avenue with box office hours of Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't miss your opportunity to experience the exciting art and entertainment experiences Phoenix has to offer. image via pixabay

Painting is a fun way to express your creativity. Paint and sip locations allow you to paint and enjoy your favorite beverages. In Chandler, Arizona, you can find several spots that offer paint and sip nights, as well as other social events for those who want something different. more Burst of Butterflies At Burst of Butterflies, you can take advantage of the social and fun atmosphere in Chandler. This location is in the historic downtown. Along with the option to paint on canvases at Burst of Butterflies, you can also throw pottery, paint pottery or glass, or fuse glass pieces together to create beautiful works of art. This spot also offers pallet/board art. When you arrive, you'll receive all the supplies you need to paint, and you don't need to worry if you aren't a skilled artist. You can use a traceable pattern or one of the design template Paintings, allowing you to focus on the strokes of your brush and mixing and blending your colors. Walk-in painters are welcome, or you can put together a private canvas party for you and your closest friends. Buffalo Jump Winery Buffalo Jump Winery is a local Chandler winery offering sip and paint sessions as well. When you attend one of the regular sessions, you can enjoy an entertaining experience led by a skilled artist. Start with a blank canvas and leave with a masterpiece you'll be proud to hang on your wall. The comfortable atmosphere is designed for artists of all skill levels. As you paint, you'll also be able to sip a glass of local wine, a craft wine cocktail, or sangria. If you prefer, you can also choose from the selection of refreshing non-alcoholic beverage options. The sip and paint sessions include all the equipment and materials needed to create your art piece. You can register to attend one of these sessions on the Buffalo Jump Winery website. Some of the sessions are themed, such as a girls' night or couples' painting. The space can accommodate up to 60 guests, so grab a group of friends and book your spot. Uptown Art Uptown Art is another local art studio where locals can tap into their creative sides. You'll receive hands-on art instruction, smocks, and paint supplies, allowing you to focus on creating a painting that you'll be proud to show off. This studio is BYOB, so make sure to bring whatever you'd like to drink as you paint. They do provide cups, bottle openers, and corkscrews. Some of the paint events on the schedule are designed for artists of all ages, while others are meant for older guests. You can also reserve the space for a private event if you'd like to enjoy some time with your loved ones. Whether you're planning a unique date night, looking for a place to spend some time with your best girlfriends, or seeking a relaxing and quiet evening out, you can have a great time at these paint and sip spots in Chandler.