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Friday, April 29, 2011

Tucson Happenings 4/29-5/1, 2011


FRIDAY 4/29
 What: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz  -Visit historic Valley of the Moon, meet the real Dorothy, and take awalking tour to the Land of Oz. The Good Witch of the North tells Dorothy to go to the Emerald City and ask the Wizard of Oz to help her get home. Will her friends Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Lion be able to help Dorothy reach the Wizard before the Wicked Witch steals the ruby slippers??   call 270-1041 or go HERE.
When 6:30-9pm-tours leave very 30 mins.
Where:Valley of the Moon 2544 E. Allen Road- I used to volunteer and act here when I was in high school :)
Cost:$8 adults, 8-13yrs. $5 7 and under FREE

SATURDAY 4/23
What:El dia del niño @ Golf N' Stuff!  The first 100 to arrive before 10am will receive a wristband for the park.  Piñatas, jumping castles, face painting and games are among the other activities to celebrate our kiddos! Dora the Explorer will make a special guest appereance.
Where:Golf N' Stuff-
When:10am-12 noon
Cost: 1st 100 free wristband-(rides, golf and video games -prices vary) All other activities free

What:Otaku theatre Anime Club.  For teens 12-19 years old. Discover new loves and old favorites from our anime collection.  Snacks and drinks provided. For more info. call 594-5420.
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library 530 N. Wilmot Road
When:11am-1pm
Cost:FREE


What:Dia Celebration-Come celebrate children and books-whoo!Las Doñas de San Cirilo performance at 12:30!
Where:Valencia Branch Library202 W. Valencia Road
When:11am-2pm w performance at 12:30
Cost:FREE

What:May Day Celebration May Day is a holiday observed in many countries to celebrate the coming of Spring. The day’s events will include a special Spring craft project for children, live music, a Fairy and Goblin Parade, a traditional May Pole dance and a puppet show.
Where:The Mini-Time Machine Museum of Miniatures4455 E. Camp Lowell Drive
When:9am-4pm
Cost:$7 admission and all activities are FREE

What:Butterfly Magic-last day!!! Soar into the greenest jungles, float through steamy breezes around the equator and flutter over arid grassy plains. You’ll be transported on a global quest for the most beautiful, exotic and rare butterflies of the world.
Where:Tucson Botanical Gardens2150 N. Alvernon Way
When:9:30-3pm
Cost:$12 various discounts available

What:Cinderella. An adaptation of a classic story. ** The story is age old, but you'll meet playful new characters in this fresh adaptation of Cinderella: silly stepsisters, plus a brave move, a hesitant cat and the amazing Pumpkinhead. Our Fairy Godmother has her hands full tutoring an apprentice but still makes time for Cinderella. Amazing stage magic sends our heroine off to the palace ball. This well-known classic is filled with songs, laughs, and will charm audiences of all ages
Where:The Gaslight Theatre7010 E. Broadway
When:11am-12:30
Cost:$12 and $10 children under 12 yrs.

What:Classic Car Show. Trophies are awarded in several categories and dash pins are given to the first seventy-five cars registered. Friends and families gather to enjoy the great “Happy Days” atmosphere which offers live DJ entertainment. The kids have lots of fun with the hoola-hoops, bubble gum blowing contests, the bunny hop and a jumping castle!
Where:Little Anthony's Diner 7010 E. Broadway
When:7pm-9:30pm
Cost:FREE



What:Young Art festival  My son received a cute postcard in the mail about this awesome sounding event.  Poetry including slam champion, Stories that Soar, sidewalk chalk, puppet shows, make your own books, contribute to Tucson's longest poem and Blue Banjo Barbeque will be serving up cotton candy, homeade lemonade and bbq. That is just someof the activities they have planned. Call 626-3765 for more information.
Where:UA Poetry Center-1508 E. helen
When:10am-5pm
Cost:FREE

What:UA Teacher Appreciation Day I am a teacher and love this 1st time ever event. Arizona teachers and their families are invited to free admission to the museuems and different booths and exhibits with info. for teachers and kids-you can also head over to the poetry center for activities  at the Young Art Festival mentioned above :) Discounts and offers from Office Max, Walgreens and Main Gate Restaurants!  For more info. go HERE.
Where:Sign in at the Flandrau Science Center, 1601 E. University Blvd.
When:10am-4pm
Cost:FREE

What:International Mariachi FestivalFiesta de Girabaldi. It is that time of year again so echa un grito!  The festival hyas a change of venue but all the food, stuff to buy, ballet folkloriko and por supuesto...mariachi will be there :)  Bring the whole family to the outdoor festival. Mariachi Mass at St. Augustine @ 9am before the fiesta.
Where:Kino Sports Complex2500 E. Ajo Way
When:10am-10pm
Cost:$8 per adult and kids 10 and under free

What:Street Art Saturday Celebrate the wonderful world of Street Art @ your library! Join us for a movie about Street & Graffiti art followed by a stenciling workshop where you can create your own unique stenciled t-shirt design.For ages 12-19
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library 530 N. Wilmot Road
When:12noon-3pm
Cost:FREE

What:Reid Park Zoo-Stand for Children Day.  Free admission and events includingclones, face painting and arts and crafts projects.
Where:Reid Park Zoo
When:10am-1pm
Cost: FREE

What:The Children's Show @ the Folk Festival. This year the Children's Show features local multi-instrumentalist and storyteller Mark Holdaway. Mark has been playing kalimba, or African thumb piano and  delightful stories from around the world, and get a chance to play on a kalimba yourself! There many other activities and shows going on both Saturday 4/30 and Sunday 5/1.For more info. go HERE.

Where:l Presidio Park in downtown bounded by Alameda Street on the north and Church Avenue on the east.
When:2pm
Cost:FREE

What:Earth Day fest TCM.  A free admission day with Samba Cub Club, recycled arts and crafts and many local sponsors to guarantee a fun day at the museum in celebration of our planeta!For more info. go HERE.
Where:Tucson Children's Museum-
When:10am-2pm
                                               Cost:FREE

What: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz  -Visit historic Valley of the Moon, meet the real Dorothy, and take awalking tour to the Land of Oz. The Good Witch of the North tells Dorothy to go to the Emerald City and ask the Wizard of Oz to help her get home. Will her friends Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Lion be able to help Dorothy reach the Wizard before the Wicked Witch steals the ruby slippers??   call 270-1041 or go HERE.
When 6:30-9pm-tours leave very 30 mins.
Where:Valley of the Moon 2544 E. Allen Road- I used to volunteer and act here when I was in high school :)
Cost:$8 adults, 8-13yrs. $5 7 and under FREE

SUNDAY 5/1                                                                                                                                                                                                     What:Celebrate Art@ Picture This Art for Families-Close up!.Learn about the silkscreen works of Bill Schenck and how he uses old Western films for inspiration. Afterwards, make your own film strip and feature your own Western “movie” for your friends and family. This month Puppets Amoungus will perform a related puppet show. For more info. go HERE.
Where:Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Avenue,.
When:1pm
Cost:FREE

 What:Cinderella. An adaptation of a classic story. ** The story is age old, but you'll meet playful new characters in this fresh adaptation of Cinderella: silly stepsisters, plus a brave move, a hesitant cat and the amazing Pumpkinhead. Our Fairy Godmother has her hands full tutoring an apprentice but still makes time for Cinderella. Amazing stage magic sends our heroine off to the palace ball. This well-known classic is filled with songs, laughs, and will charm audiences of all ages
Where:The Gaslight Theatre7010 E. Broadway
When:11am-12:30
Cost:$12 and $10 children under 12 yrs.

What:Tucson Children's Museum $2 Admission Day!  All the wonders of the museum that we love for only $2!!!
Where:Tucson Children's Museum
When:9am-5pm
Cost:$2

What:St. Augustine Cathedral's 17th Semi-Annual Arts & Crafts ** Garden Art ** Pottery ** Jewelry ** Food ** Great variety of goods from local artisans
Where:St. Augustine Cathedral Carrillo Placita 192 S. Stone Ave.
When:8am-3pm
Cost:FREE

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