FRIDAY 12/2/11
What:Luminaria Nights This year, more than 30 entertainment groups will perform over the three nights. There will be something to suit all musical tastes: high energy Latin rhythms (Tesoro), spirited Irish ditties (Scatter Dust), guitar-pick’n bluegrass (Desert Bluegrass Workshop), chamber music (Southern Arizona Symphony String Quartet), klezmer (Klezmerkaba), church choirs (St. Michael’s School) along with all our regulars including the hand bells choir, Joyous Bells. Trader Joe’s will provide hot cider and cookies. Other food vendors include: the Gardens Café featuring Acacia, Jaiy’s Hot Dogs, Renee’s Organic Oven and Trucking Good Cupcakes.
When:5:30-8pm Saturday and Sunday too!
Where:Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost:$9 and children $5
What:Fiesta Feliz Navidena-A Christmas Mariachi Serenade, created and directed by Julie Gallego, Artistic director of CHISPA Foundation, will celebrate the vibrant and joyous customs and traditions that take place in Mexico and the USA during the holiday season. Mariachis and over 100 dancers from Ballet Folklorico. this is really AWESOME- we love the Fox and Chispa and this show- we will be there!
When:7pm
Where:The Fox Tucson Theatre17 W. Congress St.
Cost:$15 discounts available
When:7:30pm
Where:Crowder Hall, UA School of Music 1017 N. Olive Road
Cost:$5
What:Ocotillo Summer Youth Poetry Slam-Our talented features (and, yes, that's plural!) are...
“G” Yamazawa and Kane “Novakane” Smego~Both are educators and directors of NC’s premier youth poetry organization Sacrificial Poets, and Kane recently returned from Egypt and Tunisia as a part of the Poetic Portraits of a Revolution project Mickey Randleman will be hosting!
When:7pm sign up, 7:30 show starts.
Where: Café Passe 415 N. Fourth Ave
Cost:FREE
What:“Christmas in the Big Apple!” It's the winter of 1933 and with the holidays approaching, the natives of “The Big Apple” are getting into the Christmas spirit. Well, not quite all of them. Wealthy socialite Vonda De Cringe has set her sights on a take-over of Pennypacker's Department Store. To realize her nefarious scheme, she plans to disrupt the holiday shopping season by hiring the worst Santa Claus in all of
New York City . If she has her way, this will be the last year “Pennypacker's Means Christmas!” Will Ms. De Cringe be the worm who turns the Big Apple rotten to the core…or will the
holiday spirit triumph? 886-9428
When:3pm, 6:30pm and 8:30pmWhere:Gaslight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway
Cost: $17.95; discounts available
What:Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance, SAACA, Tree lighting ceremony A 25- foot Christmas tree towers over the Oro Valley Marketplace. Party will feature music and dance shows by local schools, a fire pit with s’mores sponsored by Golder Ranch Fire District and crafts and cookie decorating.
When:5:30-8:30pm~ festival on Saturday and Sunday - see post under Saturday
Where:southwest corner of Oracle and Tangerine roads
Cost:FREE
When:It is open to everyone Thursdays-Sundays from December 3-19th, with special bonus nights Tues., Dec. 20-Thursday. Dec. 23.
Where: Reid Park Zoo
Cost: Event admission is $3 for children 2-14; $4 for member adults and $5 for non-member adults.
What:Enchanted Snowfall at La Encantada! The winter events are starting- Holidays other than Thanksgiving approaching quickly!Guests can keep warm with delicious hot chocolate served by Williams-Sonoma. Yum! I am wild for hot chocolate. Bet it’s good. All kids make sure to get a Pandora balloon with a card to exchange it for a pair antler ears! Then stop at Bebe to pick up sugar cookies and hot tea from Aveda. In addition, United Colors of Benetton will be raffling off 5 prizes per night!
When:6pm and 6:45pm (will continue Friday and Saturday through December 23, 2001)
Where:La Encantada Shopping Center
Cost:FREE
What:Holiday Lights at Tohono Chul Park The performers will include:W ay Out West, Native-American Award Nominee Gabriel Ayala and the Southern Arizona Women’s Chorus.
When:5:30-8:30pm Saturday too!
Where:Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost:$15 for non-members and $10 for members
What:Light Parade at Tanque Verde Swap Meet Luminous light train featuring Santa, reindeer and candy toss. Kids can ride in the parade with a donation of two cans of food for the food bankWhen:6-8pm Saturday too!
Where:Tanque Verde Swap Meet 4100 S. Palo Verde Road
Cost:FREE and kids can ride in parade for 2 cans food donation
When:1pm-3pm
Where:Steward Mirror Lab University of Arizona Stadium
Cost:Adults $15 students $8
SATURDAY 12/3/11
What:Entertainment for Kids at Foothills Mall Mr. Hocus: Magician AND Uncle Willie: Balloon Twister
When:Magician 12-3pm, Ballon Twister 3-6pmWhere:Foothills Mall
Cost:FREE
What: Lowe's Build and Grow TRAIN-Your kids won't want to miss the first part of the 2011 Build and Grow train! Come back each week to build the next piece and complete your train! Children get to make a cute wooden project and if this is your first time there get a free apron and goggles for each participating child. Plus after each project child will receive a completion certificate and badge! Go HERE to pre-register!
When: 10am-11am
Where:All Lowe's Locations
Cost: FREE
What:WHAT:UofA Family Days AKA Poetry Joey! Seriously, these are the BEST!!!! Poetry Joeys for 3 age groups Infant sing-a-long in the Dorothy Rubel Room4-6 year olds downstairs in the library’s Children’s Corner
7-10 year olds upstairs in the Alumni Meeting RoomBend, bounce, and beat sound with ingenious machines built by Joe O’Connell of Creative Machines and Make a free writing journal with the help of bookmaker extraordinaire, Drew Burk of Spork Press, a local
indie publisher of poetry and fiction. We have been many times and they even had refreshments last season!! More info click here.
When: 10am-1pm
Where:UA Poetry Center 1508 East Helen StreetCOST:FREE
What:Marché de Noël at the Alliance Francaise
The Alliance Française of Tucson would like to invite you to a festival des lumières and French Christmas Market with Parisian corner, Provence items, Book corner, Jewelry, Vintage items, Home made quilts, Handcrafted unique boxes …
Join us December 1st and 2nd 2012 from 11 am – 7 pm at 2130 N Alvernon Way, for a fun gathering with complimentary beverages and cookies
Slide show of European Christmas Markets, music, authentic Provencal Village exhibit .Christmas Market at the Alliance Française Join us for a fun gathering with hot chocolate, tea, coffee and cookies with a slide show and music. We will also have booths for you to just enjoy or purchase an irresistible item.
When:12noon-6pm- Sunday too!
Where:Alliance Francaise of Tucson, 2130 N Alvernon
Cost:FREE
What:"Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona."Local author Jennifer J. Stewart signs copies of her book.
When:12:30-2:30pm
Where:Barnes & Noble
5130 E. Broadway
Cost:FREE
But that’s not the only reason to find your way to the festival.
There will be two stages with live music and entertainment, arts and crafts and a children’s play area as well as food demonstrations and a chance to learn more about Tucson’s community-based organizations and their causes.
When:10am-5pm
Where:casino Del Sol AVA 5655 West Valencia Rd
Cost:FREE admission
What:Path to Bethlehem- A walk through Nativity- We have done this before and it is pretty cool for the kids to see live animals and there are nice refreshments after the walk through outside :)
When:6-8pm
Where:Sunrise Chapel
Cost:FREE
What: Nordic Guild Festival Folk dancers and musicians entertain, and Norwegian, Swedish, Danish and Finnish ethnic foods, baked goods and crafts are sold
When:9am-3pm
Where:Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church (map) 5360 E. Pima St.
Cost:FREE
What:Civano Holiday Arts and Crafts Santa, photos with Santa, 25 artist and craft booths, raffle, cake walk, bake sale, kids ambulance tour and food for purchase. Proceeds to benefit Civano Community School.
When:10am-4pm
Where:Civano neighborhood 5337 S. Civano Blvd
Cost:FREEWhat:18th Annual Jingle Bell Walk Jingle bells on the shoes of 100s of people walking & running a 5K, costumes, food, fun, children's activities, free T-shirt, 520-917-7070 or http://www.arthritis.org
When: check in at 9 am,
Where:Reid park
Cost: $35 minimum pledge for Arthritis Foundation,
What:A Winter Night's Dream will transform St. Philips Plaza into an elegant holiday scene, featuring some of Tucson's most talented musicians and witer activites. Rescue Light and Crystal Stark will both be preforming, in the midsts of wine and cocktail tastings and boutique retailers displaying the very best of what they have to offer. Including a very special fashion presentation by Paula Taylor Productions
When:4-7pm
Where:St. Philip's Plaza 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost:FREE
What: Home Depot Kids Workshop- Making Snowman Napkin Holders Start the holiday season with a fun, family project~Children can build and paint a Snowman Napkin Holder Kids also get free goggles and kids apron!For children 5-12 years old. Go her for more info.
When:9am-12noon
Where:Home Depot locations
Cost:FREE
What:It's pajama day at UA BookStores! Have your mama llama take you to see Llama Llama, and make sure to wear your pajamas! Join your favorite book character every first Saturday of each month at your official UA BookStores (SUMC), for an hour of storytelling and activities. Become a W.A.L.K. member to receive early reminders about upcoming programs & 20% Discount on General Reading Books!
Yes, even all children's books...
Where:UOFA Bookstore
When:10:30 am and 2pmTwo times to participate!Cost: FREE
What:Electrical Storm on The Moon! Bring the whole for family for a one-of-a-kind event of electrifying steam-punk adventure. Watch as Electrice, the woman who laughs at 500,000 volts, stands atop a monster Tesla Coil seemingly unprotected while huge electrical discharges leap from her very fingertips! She lights lamps by touch and sends scorching sparks skyward from the electrical chain of power! The Tesla Coil, invented in 1891 by Nikola Tesla, is a high frequency transformer which steps normal house current up to a half-million volts. At such high voltages, the electricity leaps from its conductors into the air in the form of sparks several feet long. Protected from these voltages by a metal screen Faraday cage enclosure, you can sit on top of the coil and be ENTIRELY ENVELOPED IN AN EVANESCENT EFFLUVIUM OF ETHEREAL ELECTRICAL EMANATION with absolutely no discomfort whatsoever! When:6-8pm Where:Valley of the Moon Cost:Admission to the event is free, but for only $5 you can take a turn in the Faraday Cage!
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 h 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:Oro Valley Marketplace will present a one-of-a-kind experience this season at —where shoppers can discover local artwork and vegetarian-options for food in an eco-friendly shopping center. The free festival will take place at the new, environmentally-responsible 115-acre shopping destination on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Cost:FREE to check out
When:10am AND 11:15am
Where:Tucson Symphony Center, 2175 N. Sixth Ave
Cost:FREE
What: Friends of Library Book Sale Awesome cheap books for sale from the library that won't rack up any fees (haha) More information HERE
When: Sunday and monday too! open 9am-4pm both days!
Where:2230 N. Country Club
Cost: Free to browse buying prices will vary.
What:University of Arizona Percussion Show UA Percussionists in an eclectic program.
When:7:30pm
Where:Crowder Hall, UA School of Music 1017 N. Olive Road
Cost:$5
When:Saturday 5-8pm Sunday 9am-3pm
Where:St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church 602 N. Wilmot Road
Cost:FREE
What:Santa is cleared for landing! He will arrive by helicopter! Bring your kids to visit with Santa, do holiday arts and crafts, see some aircraft and enjoy breakfast specials in our Flight Grill.
When:9am
Where:Pima Air and Space Museum
Cost:$15.50; $9 for ages 7 to 12; free for 6 and under
What:FREE CRAFTS at Teacher Parent Connection
When:9am until 6pm
Where:teacher Parent Connection Speedway just west of Pantano
Cost:FREE
WhatSt. Demetrios Christmas Bazaar local artists, musicians and crafts. THERE WILL ALSO BE PLENTY OF greek food! Plus a special appearance by Santa Claus!
When:9am-3pm
Where:St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church 1145 E Fort Lowell Road
Cost:FREE
What: Santa's Little Outlaws This action- packed show is suitable for all ages, though the show contains loud noises and some scary moments which may frighten small children.Down on their luck outlaws, Ringo and Darla, find their Christmas spirit to thwart Bad Bob's bid to get Santa Claus."
When:Every night through January 1, 2012 at 6:oopm 7:00 and 8:00 p.m.
Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost:FREE
What:Bruce Phillips is coming back for an encore performance! Come for songs, stories, puppets, and sing-alongs. The staff of Mildred & Dildred looked on in amazement as Bruce kept the attention of even the youngest audience member for over 30 minutes. He is... a miracle worker. And this time he wants to sing in support of one of his favorite charities, Child & Family Resources. He'll be collecting new toys for the organization's toy drive, and we want to help! Any toy purchased at the store that is donated will be 30% off!When:10:30
Where:Mildred and Dildred
Cost:FREE
SUNDAY 12/4/11
What:Picture This! Art for Families: Record-Inspired After visiting the Museum’s exhibition, Who Shot Rock & Roll: A Photographic History, 1955 to the Present, create a holiday gift by making your own unique bowl using a vintage record. Picture This! for children 6 – 12 years and their adult companions.
When:1pm
Where:Tucson Museum of Art
Cost:FREE
What:Children's Museum Tucson $2 admission-The awesomeness of the Children's Museum for only $2 admission!!! Call 792-9985 for more info.
When:10am-5pm
Where:200 S. 6th Avenue
Cost: $2
What:Hanukkah Mall Madness Local synagogues, organizations, and Jewish agencies will present activities and fun for all. The event will highlight arts and crafts, Hanukkah games, and music . Play dreidel, make Hanukkah cards, sand pictures, and other holiday crafts. Register to win fabulous prizes. Join the fun! Everyone is invited to come learn about Hanukkah and celebrate
When:1-3pm
Where:Park Place, food court 5870 E. Broadway
Cost:FREE
When:
Where:Tucson Museum of Art
Cost:First Sunday of the month is FREE for everyone
What:THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE. This new musical take on the classic tale features original musical numbers by Michael Martinez and choreography by Kristi Loera, putting audiences track-side of a momentous fairy-tale sporting event with some old and new lessons to learn along the way. Get ready to cheer on your favorite competitor and don’t forget to stretch!
When:1pm
Where:All Together Theatre at Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway
Cost:$5-$8 discounts are available
What:UA School of Music Holiday Card to Tucson The performances will feature five choirs with more than 250 singers. The Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus and Tucson Girls Chorus, in addition to performing with each other and by themselves, will be teamed with the nationally recognized Arizona Choir and the Symphonic Choir for some exciting musical moments.
When: 3 and 7:30pm
Where: St. Augustine Cathedral 192 S Stone Ave
Cost:FREE
What:The 2011 edition of A Christmas Carol with a Tucson Twist - featuring 94.9 MIXfm and benefiting the Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona
When:4pm
Where:Fox Theater Congress
Cost:$5-$10
When:High tea 11am and 3pm
Where:The Marriott University Park
Cost:$75- yes $75 but maybe this is just the thing for some of you out there
What:12 Days of Christmas Kick-off~ These wonderful free events are back! Last year we had such a good time with the musical performances (steel band was our fav) the food is great too!
When:6-7pm
Where:Loews Ventana Resort Drive in the Cascade Lunge
Cost:FREE (you do not have to be a guest)
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