The Birth to Five Helpline is a free service open to all families with young children looking for the latest child development information from experts in the field. The Birth to Five Helpline combines sensitive, supportive listening with sound information from professionals who have expertise in early childhood development and parenting/caregiving.
An extension of the Birth to Five Helpline is the Fussy Baby program. This program provides telephone and home visiting support to help families navigate challenges associated with hard-to-soothe infants, excessive crying, sleeping problems and feeding difficulties in the first year of life.
Our bilingual (English/Spanish) early childhood specialists are on duty Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. You can also leave a voicemail, email us or text the Helpline. Better yet download our Birth to Five Helpline app in the Apple App Store or on Google Play. With one-touch you can call, text, or email our Helpline early childhood specialists.
Reasons to call — Sleep, Health and Nutrition, Safety, Challenging Behaviors, Feeding and Eating, Potty Training, Fussiness/Colic, Child Development and Parenting
When you call the Helpline, you can also access support as needed from Southwest Human Development’s wide range of early childhood development staff, including psychologists, master’s level counselors, registered nurses, disabilities specialists, early literacy specialists and occupational, speech/language and physical therapists. In addition, we can provide counseling and resource/referral information.
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For over 7 years, we at Tinkergarten have been on a mission to spread a love of learning and nature throughout the country by offering play-based learning to kids in community parks. Join us by signing up your kids, ages 6 months to 8 years, to join in discovery-based learning. Our outdoor classes are designed to engage and inspire kids in building skill sets around empathy, collaboration, creativity, persistence, and problem solving. Our Fall session starts now. Join the movement of thousands of families learning outside together and enjoy some well-spent time with your kids.
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Hours: April 10 -6 p.m.; May-Aug 9-7 p.m.; Sept-Oct 10-6 p.m.
Features walk through spray rings, water tower, in-ground pop up fountains, and various spray equipment. fully fenced.
Park Hours
Daily 5:30 am-10:00 pm
(Not affected by Holidays)
Skate Park Hours
Daily 5:30 am-9:00 pm
(The Skate Park is closed the first Tuesday of every month for cleaning & maintenance.)
The lakes at Freestone Park are now part of the Community Fishing Program and will be stocked with fish beginning in September/October. Please check outhttp://www.azgfd.gov for stocking schedules, bag limits, and license regulations.
Park Amenities
- 2 Lake Areas (Total 5 Acres); Uses Reclaimed Water
- 4 Lighted Adult Softball Fields
- 2 Multiuse Fields
- 2 Lighted Sand Volleyball Courts (with water timers to cool the sand)
- 4 Lighted Full Basketball Courts
- 4 Lighted Tennis Courts
- Skate Park
- Amphitheater
- 3 Reservable Ramadas & 13 Open Picnic Tables With BBQ Grills
- 3 Restroom Facilities
- 2 Checkerboards
- 3 Tot Lot Play Areas
- Trash Receptacles
- Various Benches, Bike Racks, Multi-Use Trails
- Freestone Recreation Center http://www.freestonerr.com
- Model Railroad & Amusement Area -Train Depot, Carousel, Mini Ferris Wheel
- Batting Cages http://ripcitybattingcages.webstarts.com
- 88 Acre Park
Ramada’s/Picnic Tables
Ramadas and other amenities can be reserved any day of the
week between 5:30 am – 10:00 pm.
- Courtside: Medium ramada with 6 tables and 2 grills. Power available,
- inflatable area available
- Playground: Medium ramada with 6 tables and 1 grill. Power available.
- Tennis Court: Small ramada with 2 tables, no grill. No electricity.
- 10 sets of Open park picnic tables –groups of 2 tables.
- 3 sets of Soccer field picnic tables-groups of 4.
Daily 5:30 am-10:00 pm (not affected by Holidays)
Park Amenities
- 1 Lake, Uses Reclaimed Water
- Approximately 4 fenced acres
- Separate Use areas for Active and Timid Dogs
- Lighting for Night Use
- Pet Drinking Fountains
- 2 Dog Washing Stations
- “Mutt-Mitt” Waste Disposal Stations
- 1 Lighted Basketball Court
- Various Benches, Bike Racks, and Multi-Use/Equestrian trails
- Drinking Fountain
- 4 Reservable Ramadas with BBQ Grills
- 1 (2) Table Open Area
- 1 Restroom Facility
- 1 Play Area
- Trash Receptacles
- 17 Acre Park
Ramada’s/Picnic Tables: Reserve a Ramada
- Cosmo’s Corner: Large Ramada with 9 tables and 2 grills. Power available.
- Paw Point: Small Ramada with 2 tables and 1 grill. Power available.
- K-9 Korner: Small Ramada with 2 tables and 1 grill. Power available.
- Wishbone: Small Ramada with 2 tables and 1 grill. Power available.
- Picnic Circle: 2 tables.
Admission fees:
Children (2-17 years) $1
Adult (18-54 years) $2.25
Senior (55 years & older) $1.25
Seasonal Hours
May 28 – July 19
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
(Free Swim on Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m.)
($1 Family Night on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m.)
Friday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday Noon-6 p.m.
Butterfly Wonderland
Learn about butterfly metamorphoses and interact with thousands of free-flying butterflies in this lush rain-forest atrium. Butterfly Wonderland offers three birthday-party packages with either a butterflies or bugs theme. They include all-day admission (including the 3-D theater) for up to 15 children and three adults, a decorated party room and a fresh-fruit platter, birthday cake or cupcakes. Pizza is also available.
Details: 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Salt River Reservation. Birthday parties $350-$400. 480-800-3000, butterflywonderland.com.
IVF PHOENIX™ has been helping to build families for over twenty-five years with offices in Scottsdale and Mesa. IVF PHOENIX™ provides some of the most affordable care in the country. We consistently strive for the highest success and excellence in clinical outcomes. We are proud to be part of the valley and to offer a unique approach to fertility treatment that integrates western medicine with a personalized approach.
IVF Phoenix™ has been known as one of the nation’s premier IVF facilities. Helping thousands of families bring home healthy babies for over two decades, renowned infertility specialist Dr. John Couvaras leads the practice with a commitment to delivering the highest level of personalized care and is certified in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (REI) as well as Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN). He has been designated at the top 10% in Arizona by US NEWS, TOP Doc by Phoenix Magazine and Best Fertility Doctor by Arizona Foothills Magagine. His expertise includes all aspects of female reproductive medicine and surgery. He is regarded as the valley’s infertility expert when it comes to recurrent miscarriage, autoimmune disorders and patients with the MTHFR mutation.
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Hours: open daily at 10 AM
Features fully covered with in-ground pop up water fountains and chairs for seating.
Seasonal hours: May 23- July 26
Monday- Thursday 1-5:30 p.m.
Friday 1-7 p.m.
Saturday 1-6 p.m.
Admission fees:
Ages 17 & younger: $2 (children under 6 months: Free)
Ages 18 & older: $4
Admission fees:
Ages 17 & younger: $1
Ages 18 & older: $3
Seasonal hours:
Monday-Friday 12-4 p.m.
Saturday 11-4 p.m.
Sunday Closed
Operating hours vary based on schedule of events, please call for updated hours.
Note: Prior to 4:00pm on those weekdays that there is no scheduled use or maintenance of the Sports Park, BLD will make available for the public use of the fields for “non-scheduled” practices. Please call to verify availability.
(Home of Big League Dreams Sports Park)
Park Amenities
- 8 Lighted Replica Baseball Fields
- 20,000 sq. ft. indoor soccer pavilion
- Flag football fields
- Batting cages
- Stadium Club Restaurant
- Indoor Field House
- Playground
- Stadium Seating
- Softball Leagues
- Leagues/Tournaments
- Lighting
Park Policies
http://www.gilbertaz.gov
http://gilbert.bigleaguedreams.com/park-policie
About
Elliot District park is host to Big League Dreams Gilbert. The Sports park was opened in January 2008 and includes 8 replica fields, a 20,000 sq. ft. indoor soccer pavilion, flag football fields, batting cages, and a Stadium Club restaurant. Activities offered include adult softball and indoor soccer leagues, tournaments (baseball, fastpitch and softball) and special events.
- 8 Replica Fields- The playing fields are built as scaled-down replicas of famous ballparks and include Fenway Park, Wrigley Field, Sportsman’s Park, D-Back Stadium, Yankee Stadium, Ebbet’s Stadium and the Polo Grounds. All are designed to accommodate youth baseball, youth fast pitch softball, and adult slow pitch softball.
- Stadium Club Restaurant – The Stadium Club restaurant offers a wide variety of food and beverages that you can enjoy before, during or after your game. Everything from burgers and dogs, to sandwiches and salads is offered; with all sorts of tasty beverages! The Stadium Club offers the perfect view of all 8 replica stadiums, has 12 televisions to watch your favorite sporting event, and also has an arcade to keep the kids (and adults!) occupied.
- Field House- 20,000 sq. ft. field house is air-cooled and hosts indoor soccer leagues and tournaments as well as large banquets, team building and other group events.
- Playground equipment- Playground equipment is conveniently located next to the South Stadium Club Restaurant and replica fields and is protected by netting from foul balls. It’s a great place for the little ones to entertain themselves so mom and dad can enjoy watching or playing a game!
- Batting Cages- Need some practice swings before your big game? Big League Dreams has four slow pitch and four baseball batting cages. Each cage is token operated and can also be rented for 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Bats and helmets are offered free of charge.
- Stadium Seating- Big League Dreams uses stadium-style seating for all of its replica fields. Each field has approximately 200 seats; all of which offer a perfect view!
- Leagues/Tournaments-Big League Dreams offer Adult Softball, Indoor Soccer, Youth Baseball and Fast Pitch Softball leagues and tournaments year round. Visit http://www.bigleaguedreams.com for more information. …Play Ball!
This Gilbert family fitness center and yoga studio offers weekend Zumba Glow, sports and yoga-themed birthday parties for ages 2 and up. The “Yoga Studio” package (recommended for ages 7 and up) includes yoga instruction, aromatherapy with hand and foot massages and makeup application, nail polishing or henna tattoos. Glow-in-the-dark Zumba (for ages 3 and up) offers dancing, games, pop music, glow bracelets and necklaces, and flashy blinky rings. Bottled water, snacks and goody bags for guests are included with all parties.
Details: 4100 S. Lindsay Road, Suite 101, Gilbert. Birthday parties $200 for 10 children. 480-699-1004, letsgrowstudio.com.
This giant indoor playground filled with a giant “tree,” slides, tunnels and places to climb boasts six private party rooms. Makutu’s (ma-coo-two’s) birthday guests are greeted at the front door. Parties include more than an hour of free play and an hour in a private party room. Birthday packages include custom evites or printable invitations and pizza, drinks and arcade tokens for guests.
Details: 6919 W. Ray Road, Chandler. Birthday packages $189 for 8 kids to $399 for 20. 480-344-3740, makutusisland.com.
- Playground
- Soccer Field