In The ZONA - East Valley Jan. 2014 | Page 8

zona ACTIVITY Calendar upcoming family events around the valley ZooLights This perennial classic doesn’t fade out with the end of 2013. Enjoy ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo until January 12th. The Heard Museum January 5th is the last day of the amazing Latino Folk Tales: Cuentos Populares exhibit at the Heard. This unique, familyfriendly exhibition features 60 original illustrations from 10 talented, awardwinning children’s book artists whose work enhances stories collected from many Spanish-speaking regions including Mexico, New Mexico, Puerto Rico, Central and South America.  Musical Instrument Museum January 11th from 11:30am to noon visitors to the Musical Instrument Museum can enjoy Mini Tours: Women in Music. Discover the female stars of MIM in this short tour featuring the Women in Jazz, Taylor Swift, and Clara Rockmore exhibits. Led by a Museum Guide, learn about these famous women, their instruments, and the impact they’ve had on the history of music. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Thursday, January 30th from 5:00pm to 7:00, come visit the free opening of SMOCA’s “Art in Motion” Bike Sculptures. Are they bicycles…or are they sculptures? The answer is yes on both counts! “Art in Motion” showcases the results of a unique worksho