FRIDAY 9/30/11
What: Drop-in Taiko Drumming Class!!!! Taiko is the artistic, powerful, and physically demanding discipline of Japanese ensemble drumming. If you've seen taiko, you probably want to try it. This is where to start. Odaiko Sonora's taiko drop-in sessions are perfect for the first time player." Call Karen for more info. at481-8003 or go to http://www.tucsontaiko.org/ and it says it is for ALL AGESWhen:3pmWhere:Rhythm Industry Performance Factory 1013 S. Tyndall Ave
Cost: FREE first session $10 afte
What: Bear Down Fridays! First, at 6PM get pumped up at the official pep rally with exciting performances by the Pride of Arizona, Cheer, Wilbur & Wilma. Now featuring a new kids zone with mini horses, slip & slide, sand box, face painting, and more! Stop by the University Chipotle for Bear Down Friday and show us your catcard and Wildcat School Spirit on5pm-8pm and you’ll be hooked up with a free burrito, bowl, order of tacos or salad.
When:5pm-8pm
Where:University Boulevard
Cost:FREE
SATURDAY 10/1/11
When:9am-12noon
Where:Home Depot locations
Cost:FREE
What:Children's Social Pow Wow All Drums and dancers welcome fun, food and activities for the whole family For more info go HERE
When:11am-5pm
Where:Safford Athletic Park (accross from Children's Museum)
Cost:FREE
What:Free Day Tucson Children's Museum
When:ALL DAY
Where:Tucson Children's Museum
Cost:FREE
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 every time 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 RoadCost:Free with admission cost go HERE for more info.
What:Clifford Big Red Dog Storytime Join your favorite book character every first Saturday of each month at your official UA BookStores (SUMC), for an hour of storytelling and activities
Where:UOFA Bookstore
When:10:30 am and 2pmCost: FREE
What:Creepy Crawlies To start the creepiest month of the year we are hosting the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Creepy Crawlies exhibit in the store. They will be here today for a show and tell of some of the creepy critters that live in our desert. Make your own creepy crawly bug with some pipe cleaners and imagination
When:11am-12noon
Where:Bookman's Speedway
Cost:
FREE
What:Tucson Literacy Rally. Rally activities include a book exchange, performances by Stories That Soar!, a community rhythm jam, and the unveiling of the new name of the organization leading our literacy movement. Wear a white t-shirt to show our unity! Bring or make signs for literacy.Go HERE for more info.
Where:Jacome Plaza - Main Library Downtown 101 N. Stone Ave.
When:9am-11am
Cost:Free and free parking in library garage
What: Mt. Lemmon Oktoberfest German food, beer, music and dancing. Bring a blanket and sit out on the ski slopes while you enjoy the entertainment.
When:11:30-5pm
Where:Mt.Lemmon
Cost:free with $4 parking charge
What:Pumpkin Fest Enjoy old-fashioned family fun picking your own pumpkins, fall vegetables and apples. Pumpkins of all sizes, shapes and colors will be available for picking in our huge pumpkin patch. $3/person fee includes hayride to the pumpkin patch and children’s play area.When:8am-4pm (Sunday, too!)
Where:Apple Annie's Orchard2081 W. Hardy Road Willcox, AZ 85643
Cost:Free entrance and parking - food costs varies
What:Ghost StoriesTellers of Tales will host a program of ghost stories, featuring guest storyteller Sheila Pattison. For ages 10 to adult.
Where:Himmel Park Pima Library 1035 N. Treat Ave.
When:9:30am-11am
Cost: FREE
What:Halloween at the Mini-Time Machine The museum will be decorated for Halloween during the month of October. Each Saturday in October, join us for a storyteller at 11am, our Kids Create Family Fun Program from 12pm-4pm and a flashlight tour of the “haunted” miniatures in our collection from 4pm- 5pm. All included with museum admission. Free for members.
When:11am-5pm check specific times above
Where:The Mini-Time Machine Museum of Miniatures 4455 E. Camp Lowell Drive
Cost:$7
What: Storytime under the Faerie Lights Volunteers from Bank of America will be telling tales at 8 locations around Valley of the Moon. At the end of each story children will have their “passport” stamped, with the goal to fill passport by end of the evening! Golden Key Bookmarks will be awarded for completing a storybook passport. Craft activities of design your own shields or crowns are another stop on the safari! The magical creatures of Valley of the Moon will provide historical tours to all who attend the event. Go HERE for more info.
WhereValley of the Moon 2544 E. Allen Road
When:5:30-8pmCost:FREE
What:Day of the Dead Book Signing Join Kitty and Stevie for a book signing at the CRIZMAC Marketplace to celebrate the publication of their new book, Day of the Dead, published by Gibbs Smith. Light refreshments, traditonal to the holiday, will be served
When:5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where:CRIZMAC Marketplace, 1642 N. Alvernon Way
Cost:FREE
Where:Tucson Children's Museum
When:9am-5pm
Cost:FREE
What:Mad Science Show This spectacular show will thrill audiences with impressive science experiments. The event includes foggy dry ice storms and demonstrates how some heat can help get Eggbert home. Volunteers from the audience can taste a special Mad Science “burp” potion. Students will be amazed by sizzling, shivering scissors and special bubbly showers. Space is limited; get your tickets starting one hour before. Presented by Mad Science.
When:2-3pm
Where:Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr Branch Library 7800 N. Schisler Drive
Cost:FREE
What:Sabbar Shriner's Circus This circus is performed by one of the country's premier traveling circuses with aerial acts and animals galore including elephant rides.More info go HERE
When:11am 3pm and 7pm (Sunday too! at 11am and 5pm
Where:Tucson Rodeo Grounds
Cost:$15 for adults and $12 for children at the gate Discount tickets can be purchased at Walgreens starting Friday September 2nd. The pricing for these tickets will be $13 for Adults and $10 for children.
What:TSO For Kids! ..is back! In the Kingdom of Music, Rhythm is King - Just for Kids We have gone to many of these and they are excellent! Our old friend Tommy Tom-tom is back, this time with his side kick Chilling Willie, his cool and groovin’buddy. Follow these two friends on a percussive exploration through a variety of cultures where there are no borders!
When: 2 performances 10:00 and 11:15 AM
Where: 2175 N 6th Ave
Cost:Free w suggested $3 donation to keep programs going :)
SUNDAY 10/2/11
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 The Three Musketeers play :he Musketeers free Constance, a princess who is being held captive by the evil Cardinal. If you enjoy goofy love stories, sword fighting, bravery and lots of adventure -- The Three Musketeers is a must on your list of things to do and see with your family. Written by Richard Gremel. Music and Choreography by Michael Martinez. Directed by Michael Martinez and featuring Angela Horchem, Paul Matlock, Steve McKee, Casi Omick and Emilio Zweig
WhereLive Theatre Workshop, 5317 E Speedway Blvd:
When:1pm
Cost:$5- $8
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