Cactus Medical Center

The Glendale Civic Center is one of the city's best-loved entertainment venues for all types of must-see performances. Whether you are a fan of theatrical presentations, symphonic concerts or the latest pop, rock or country acts, you can catch it all on the Glendale Civic Center's expansive stage. In addition to those very noteworthy happenings, the facility hosts various conventions, gatherings and trade shows that are all well worth attending.

Zola Bell's is one of those places that appeals to nearly all of your senses. Reach out and touch the impressive selection of classic books and toys. Gaze with wonder at the detailed works of pottery and stunning pieces of glassware. You can even taste some of the old time candy that is for sale here and smell the sweet aroma of it as you purchase a bag to munch on while you shop. Zola Bell's also features an extensive selection of antiques, jewelry, primitives, tools and various works of art.

Take to the skies for a history lesson that has an impressively large wingspan. Discover the stories that are all a part of the Luke Air Force Base, a place that proudly touts itself as the “Home of the Fighter Pilot.” See various aircraft and learn about the role they played in various historical eras. Also, learn about the men who got in the cockpits to steer these planes into the history books. Tours and groups of 15 to 40 persons can be arranged by calling the base in advance.

In sports, there are winners and losers. That divide between the champions and everyone else also exists in the world of sports bars, too. In Glendale, don't miss your chance to experience Padre Murphy's, a nightlife venue that has consistently been voted one of the Top 10 sports bars in the country by MSN. From the minute you walk in, you can easily see why. The waitresses are not just appealing eye candy, but they prove that they can go the extra mile to make sure that your burger or meal is hot and the cold beer in your mug never runs dry. A plethora of flat-screen TVs ensures that you won't miss a minute of the big game, and the barkeeps do an exemplary job of serving up the best domestic and imported beers as well as perfectly mixing that adult beverage that you've been craving.