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Satisfy the sweet tooth of everyone in your family when you plan a delicious visit to Glendale's Cerreta Candy Company. This is a locally-owned hometown attraction that has been creating some of the most delectable chocolate treats for years. Whether you need a gift basket for a special occasion or just want to show your sweetheart an expression of even more sweetness, the friendly staff will direct you to the perfect candy concoction to give as a gift. Tours are offered daily, Monday through Thursday, and the kids will not only love learning about the life of local chocolatiers, but they will equally enjoy the free samples of candy.

The hunt for hidden treasures is on when you visit Thrifty Joe's. This shop specializes in offering used books, music, games and much more. Thrifty Joe's also carries an impressive selection of previously played vinyl record albums, DVDs, and first editions of many books and movies. The inventory is always changing, so make sure to check back often for new finds. Plus, if you don't see what you're looking for in the bins or on the shelves, the friendly staff can help you place a special order request to track it down for you and will notify you of its arrival.

A visit to Glendale's Sahuaro Ranch will allow you to experience not only a vital part of the area's history, but also to understand the vital role of farming and agriculture to the economic development of the area. This ranch is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and offers visitors a chance to visit a rustic farmhouse complete with vintage furnishing and decorations. You will also marvel at exhibits and attractions like the collection of vintage and antique farm equipment that was used to bring in the various crops.

Enjoy the spectacle and beauty of the WaterDance Fountains at Glendale's Westgate City Center. These are beautiful $6 million fountains that feature over 200 lights, 168 jets, 26 water pumps, and 60,000 gallons of fresh water all masterfully orchestrated to create something truly captivating. These fountains were designed by the same team who constructed the Bellagio Fountains in Las Vegas. Spectators can enjoy the visually stunning show that features streams of water being shot up to 40 feet in the air while it is all synchronized to accompanying lights and music. This is one of Glendale's favorite places to catch an unforgettable display of nature and technology, and the best part of all is that it's absolutely free.