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    4.9 (15 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Hanging out and painting with WHAM at our City of Surprise community GAIN night.
    Jessica S.

    Connie and the crew are awesome and do so much for thr artistic community. January 2023 they are creating classes to inspire art in the youth of our community. Ages 7 and up for sure and possible 5 and up as well. Keep your eyes peeled on their schedule for classes taught by educated teachers with the hearts to teach and inspire others. We have been able to join them for a few community events and appreciate all the joy they bring to our girls doing crafts with them.

    Janelle F.

    I was so pleased to finally make it in to check out WHAM and all they have to offer. Those of you who know me already know I love art of all kinds and even dabble a bit myself. I'm more of a colored pencil, chalk, and acrylic paint person, but I've been wanting to branch out of my comfort zone to learn oil painting. My daughter also loves to paint and I'd read on their website they offer teen classes. What a fun way to learn more skills/passions and meet new friends possibly at the same time. Located just off of Grand on Dysart in Surprise sits WHAM in its own parking lot. There's a beautiful mural that caught my eye right when I got out of the car as well as a few metal sculptures. Once inside you're met with all kinds of art from paintings, photography, metal work and even some painted furniture for sale from local artists. There's a front counter with wonderful women there to greet you and answer any questions you have. Everyone was so friendly and I felt so welcomed. I even was able to meet some other women who couldn't tell me enough how much fun they have here. If you don't have time to stop in to get information you're looking for you can find it on their website with prices and times for all they offer. Im a HUGE supporter of local of any kind, may it be art, restaurants, you name it. While we are starting to get more of a local art scene in he west valley I'd love to see more; To do that we need more supporters. I highly recommend stopping by for an art class or two. If anything, but some items and support an artist trying to make their dreams come true.

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    Melissa Z.

    In Case you're wondering where your local #Nonprofit #Artassociation is & a little info about there wonderful organization!! #Wham offers #ArtClasses and #freeclasses year round!! WHAM is a 501(c)(3) #non-profit art #organization that was founded in 2006 by Connie Whitlock, a #clayartist in her own right. Since then, the organization has grown to more than 150 artists that work in many different mediums. #WHAM members work in various materials ranging from #paint, #clay, #glass, #concrete, #paper, and much more! The organization was created primarily to support the #Northwest Valley of #Phoenix #Metro including but not limited to: #Surprise, #SunCityWest, #Sun City, #ElMirage, #NorthPeoria, #WestGlendale, #Youngstown, #Buckeye, and #Wickenburg areas. In addition to helping to promote #localartists through #artexhibits throughout the West Valley, WHAM is also involved in numerous projects such as: public #artmurals, #artfestivals, #artwalks, and #communityartclasses. WHAM is a member of the Surprise Chamber of Commerce and Local First Arizona.

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    Excellent show. Very nice and friendly docent. We were shown the various work spaces and galleries.

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    Love the open mic night on the third Friday of every month. Anyone of any age will appreciate this.

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    As a amateurs as the strokes seam to go exceptional plasay to fractional art 510 is a likelihood.

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    All About Animals Rescue

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    We adopted a cat from them at Petco at Metro Center, when I questioned the " we can not guarantee…read morethe animals health" part of their contract the woman told me don't worry shes healthy but Petco makes us put that on there if we wanted to adopt her we had to agre to it, ok great filled it out and took kitty home. Less than 36 hours later we found a mass onm the kittys jaw line. I tried calling the number on the adoption paperwork but of course it was no good, I called to talk to the woman at petco who told me I had to take kitty to their vet in scottsdale and the only contact was through email. And accused me of not paying the adoption fee and told me I had to come to petco and pay it..Nope..not putting my banking information in your phone. I checked paypal and they hadn't accepted the payment I made, so When given the correct information I resubmitted the payment immediately and PayPal verified that it has been accepted. I have emails spanning 5 days of Dawn Cavanaugh claiming kitty is healthy , even after she was diagnosed with Stomatosis and the vet recommended a biopsy of the mass on her jawline and FIV/Feline Leukemia testing. I made very clear throughout the email communications that I expected my monies refunded as the kitty is not healthy and of course when we returned her to the rescue I was accused of not paying the adoption fee and dishonesty. And I'm not getting a refund. I am communicating with Petco Cares and Paypal about this but beware !!

    I came on here to rave about my adoption experience with All About Animals and found myself…read moresurprised by some of the less than positive reviews that I read because we have had nothing but an amazing experience each time we have adopted from Them. We adopted our first from them about 5 years ago and have adopted quite a few more since then. Everyone with the rescue has always been super helpful about matching us with the cat that is the right fit for our family and they have always been super responsive about getting back to us about any follow up questions we have had such as how to integrate a high energy Bengal kitten into our family of mellow older cats. Our fur babies are happy and healthy and All About Animals has become our rescue of choice each time we decide to expand our 4 legged family.

    New Pathways For Youth - Be the mentor you needed as a teen. Support Phoenix youth in reaching goals with NPFY's Level Up program. Mentor today!

    New Pathways For Youth

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    "Phoenix Youth at Risk (now 'New Pathways for Youth') transforms the lives of at-risk youth through…read morementoring. We unlock futures so that youth in trouble do not become adults in trouble." Phoenix Youth At Risk is a non profit mentoring organization founded in 1987 to help at-risk youth of the greater Phoenix area redirect their lives with the help of adult volunteer mentors. The goal is to help kids and teenagers recognize and expound upon their potential as outstanding citizens. They have two programs. The New Pathways Mentoring Program is a 9-month program consisting of one-on-one and group mentoring for teenagers who may otherwise fall through the cracks. The Positive Adult Leaders in Society (P.A.L.S) program matches youth ages 5-15 who are in homeless transitional housing with adult mentors for at least one year. Having never mentored in my life, the thought of helping a child was intriguing and scary all at the same time. I decided to jump on board with Phoenix Youth at Risk nearly 2 years ago and was immediately paired with a wonderfully gifted teenage girl. The P.A.L.S program asks that you be able to commit at least one hour a week to taking your youth out for at least one year. You could simply take them out to lunch, out bowling, to a museum, to your home, or the like. You become a positive influence in their life through just being you. It's an incredibly simple premise, yet one that can leave a lasting impression for years to come, for both mentor and mentee! Joining this organization was one of the best decisions I've ever made. There's no greater joy than helping a child see their full potential and I can say that the joy my youth gives me is the same, if not greater than the joy I give her. If you want to make a lasting impression in a child's life, please consider Phoenix Youth at Risk as a valuable life changing experience for both you and your youth! They are ALWAYS in need of volunteers, but especially adult males willing to mentor boys!!

    I enjoyed the upbeat atmosphere at the orientation when the project manager was providing…read moreinformation about the program. However, during the interview process I was a little disappointed. I felt that some of the questions were inappropriate and it made me feel uncomfortable answering them. I don't think that anyone should be asked about their sexual orientation or if they had experienced any abuse in their lives. I realize that this is a nonprofit organization working with at-risk youth, but I felt like this organization delved a little too deep into a potential volunteers personal history. I think their initial screening and some of their requirements limit the amount of volunteers that they get. Unfortunately, this effects the amount of mentors available for the children in the program. The interview felt more like a very intensive and revealing job interview more than a volunteer interview. In addition, I felt a bit judged by the interviewer when I answered some of the questions. I left the building thinking my time would probably be better spent someplace else.

    Office Max

    Office Max

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    If you want help,locating something, good luck. I know it's the holiday season & companies are…read moreshort staffed. However, there was no greeting upon entering the store. No associate would make eye contact, even when I did see one. I had to order what I needed for in-store pick up because I could t find it nor could I find someone to help me. This is problematic for me & is also the reason I stopped shopping at Staples & won't even shop online at staples. UPDATE: If you place an order online & you go into the store to pick it up. NO ONE HAS TO CONFIRM WHO YOU ARE OR WHAT YOU'RE PICKING UP. it's a free for all but Office Depot does hope its customers are more honest than to commit theft in this way. The pick up is right next to the door. There is no oversight. This will be the last time I ever place an order for pick up from this store. I'm not interested in having my goods stolen. It's simply too easy to steal.

    We love Office Max. We have been shopping with the business over 20 years! Whether its been…read morecorporate purchases, home office, or school supplies. I have even purchased stationary here to print out party invitations. Not the least expensive place for office supplies and furniture, but they offer a lot and have really good sales if you keep your eyes peeled. We have purchased a few printers from here as well. If thry are out of what you need they will look up which location has it and call and confirm for you.. They used to even sell computers back in the day. Customer service is always great. Tonight was for some school supplies and coffee. My husband wanted to try Peet's Darkroast. It was $5 less being on sale than low cost Surpermarkets in the area so it was a perfect time.

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