Tucson Happenings 3/4-3/6, 2011

FRIDAY 3/4/11
What: Chik-fila Oracle Free Fries today-I am not sure if this should really be an event but it is Free food :)
When:2pm-4pm
Where:4585 N. Oracle Road
Cost:FREE

What:Pro Soccer in Tucson.  For all of the event information go HERE
When:6pm AZ Sahuaros v Sporting kc and 8pm NY Red Bulls v FC Tucson
Where:Hi Corbett Field
Cost:$12 GA


SATURDAY 3/5/11
What: TSO for Kids- The earth is Alive with the Sound of Music!  We love these free programs for kids.  Thius week's has a focus on String Instruments and sounds from our planet in celebration of upcoming Earth Day!
When:2 performances one at 10am and one at 11:15 am.  For more info go HERE.
Where:2175 N 6th Avenue
Cost:free-suggested donation $3

What: Cat in the Hat Character Storytime at the UofA.  The W.A.L.K program at the University offers different events throughout the year and a 20% discount for general reading books including childrens  books at the UA Bookstore.  For more information go HERE.
When:Storytimes at 10:30am and 2pm with the character Cat in the Hat visiting at Noon.
Where:UA Bookstore at the Student Union
Cost:FREE

What: The Neverending Story- A night of adventure and entertainment under the stars at the Valley of the Moon.  For more information call 270-1041.
When:6:30-8:30pm
Where:2544 E. Allen Road
Cost:free w/ donations suggested $4


What:Pima Air Museum Kids program Make and Take Airplane Model.  We have yet to make it ton one of these but with three generations of pilots I think my son should go.  We go to the museum everytime is uncle or Grandpa come to visit just never one of these programs-we want to go:)
When:1pm-2:30pm
Where:Pima Air and Space Museum 6000 East Valencia Road
Cost:Free with admission cost go HERE for more info.

What: Sabino Junior Ranger Program-Kids ages K-6th grade can participate in tomorrow's activity and every Saturday through March 12, 2011.  Presentations and activities include desert survival, local flora and fauna plus all the beauty of Sabino Canyon.
When: Two times each Saturday 10am and 2pm
Where: Sabino Canyon Visitor Center 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road
Cost:$5 for Park entrance fee or $20 for yearly pass

What:Arizona Animal Fair.  For more info go HERE.  All lkinds of entertainment including K-9 presentations which we will ove as german Shepherd owners.  For the full line-up of activities and entertainment go HERE.
When:10am-4pm
Where:Reid Park at the dog training area.
Cost:FREE

What: Border's Storytime and Event.  Games, crafts and of course stories in celebration of love of reading and Dr. Seuss' birthday!
When:2pm
Where:Border's Park Place Mall
Cost:FREE

 What:Arts and Cultural Festival.  A smaller Tucson Meet Yourself type celebration with performances, ethnic  food and artists! For the full performance line-up go HERE. Everything from Cletic music, Chinese dancing and Mariachi! A huge area of inflatable delights for the kiddos- I remember slides and castles galore. Although, not sure with this wind if it is the right day for that?

When:March 5th 9-4pm, March 6th 10-5pm

Where:PCC Northwest Campus, 7600 N. Shannon Road.
Cost:FREE admission


SUNDAY 3/6/11

What:Animal Stories from all over the World- Join the zoo for this treat of animal themed storytime. For more info. go Here.
When:1:30pm
Where:Reid Park Zoo- will start at the otter exhibit
Cost:free with cost of zoo admission

What:Music in the Canyon- A day full of performances, food, raffles and kid's activities wich include storytelling, puppet shows, face painting and demos with snakes and bugs.  For more info go HERE
When: 12 noon -5pm
Where:Sabino Canyon park -North Sabino Canyon Road
Cost:$5 per person per $10 per family

What:Arts and Cultural Festival.  A smaller Tucson Meet Yourself type celebration with performances, ethnic  food and artists! For the full performance line-up go HERE. Everything from Cletic music, Chinese dancing and Mariachi! A huge area of inflatable delights for the kiddos- I remember slides and castles galore. Although, not sure with this wind if it is the right day for that?

When:March 5th 9-4pm, March 6th 10-5pm

Where:PCC Northwest Campus, 7600 N. Shannon Road.
Cost:FREE admission


What:Active Imagination Theater- Shenanigans about a leprechaun and a farmer  For tickets and more info go HERE.
When:12 noon- this weekend and next!
Where:11 south 6th Ave.
Cost:$5 for children, $10 ($8 if bought on-line) for adults, children under 3 on laps FREE