SATURDAY1/28/12
What:WHAT:UofA Family Days AKA Poetry Joey! Seriously, these are the BEST!!!! Poetry Joeys for 3 age groups Experienced poets from the Tucson Youth Poetry Slam lead an exciting writing and performance workshop for any interested middle and high school students. This is a unique opportunity for teens to explore slam poetry in a youth-centered environment and become part of the TYPS community!
Plus other writing activities, games, stories, and puzzles for all ages.
Infant sing-a-long 4-6 year olds downstairs in the library’s Children’s Corner
7-10 year olds upstairs in the Alumni Meeting Room More info click here.
When: 10am-1pm
Where:UA Poetry Center 1508 East Helen StreetCOST:FREE
What: Finding Kind is a documentary of that journey, and of the filmmakers' quest to take these experiences and find a common ground of kindness and mutual respect. In addition to all of the individual girls and women who share their personal experiences about girl on girl bullying with the filmmakers, Parsekian and Thompson include interviews with respected experts and authors in the fields of psychology, education, and the interrelationships of women and girls.
When:5:30pm
Where:17 West Congress, Tucson, AZ 85701
Cost: $5
What: Pima Air and Space Museum Young Kids Program For children 4-7 years of age and older bring an adult to experience it. With hands on activities you can build your own experiments that you can take home. Our rocket experts will lead you through the laws of energy and motion and show you how they are used in the flight of rockets, the world around us, and much more.. Go HERE reservations are required.
When: 1pm-2:30pm
Where:6000 E. Valencia Road
When: 10am-11am
Where:All Lowe's Locations
Cost: FREE
What: Back to the Future in the Bookmans Grant parking lot. This 80's classic was so popular it inspired a trilogy, a car fetish and catchphrases. Many of us grew up with this movie and it holds a special place in our hearts, including Michael J. Fox's iconic acidwash jeans and puffy vest. Back to the Future paired comedy and science fiction in a modern (for its time) and hysterical way. plus Animal Farm FOOD Truck check 'em out HERE
When:6:30pm
Where:Grant Bookmans Parking Lot
Cost:FREE
What:SEED Library Grand Opening Special guests will offer presentations and demonstrations about planting, cultivating, and harvesting your own food. Find out about resources for experienced gardeners, as well as ideas about getting started with your own patch. Get a look at the Bookbike and hobnob with bicycling enthusiasts.
Plan Your Garden SpaceUse Legos to plan out your garden space. Plant a seed to take home.
Presented by the Community Food Bank
When:1-2:30pm PLUS Forks Over Knives movie 3-5pmWhere:Joel D Valdez Main Lower Level Meeting Room
Cost: FREE
What: Chinese New Year Join us for light refreshments and fun-filled activities such as Chinese Calligrahpy, face painting, and crafts. Music will be provided by the University of Arizona's Purple Bamboo Ensemble.
If the weather is good, the Purple Bamboo Ensemble will perform outside on the lawn in front of the library rather than inside the library.
When:10:30am-12
Where:Himmel Park Large Meeting Room
Cost:FREE
What:Vietnamese New year Culture dances, lion dance, fire cracker, carnival games, bingo, Kung Fu demonstration, and Vietnamese pop singer Ninh Cat Loan Chau. Variety of ethnic foods for purchase. ** Vietnamese New Year Festival with culture dances, lion dance, fire cracker, variety of ethnic foods, carnival games, Bingo, Kung Fu demonstration, and Famous Vietnamese Pop Singer: Ninh Cat Loan Chau.
When:6pm-9:30pm SUNDAY TOO! AT 11am-5pm
Where:Our Lady of La Vang Parish 800 S. Tucson Blvd.
CosT:FREE
SUNDAY 1/29/12
What: Food Truck Round-up Each Food Truck is it's own kitchen on wheels. Each chef has her/his own way of combining fresh ingredients. We like keeping this event relatively unknown, and kind of small, so that we can all enjoy sampling different food truck cuisine. A little Sunday afternoon exploration.We set up tables and chairs at and invite Tucson's food trucks to drop by.See artists in Action: Mel Dominguez and David Tineo. The Art Library will be set up. Look through arts related books.Balloon twisting entertainment in food lines.
When:4:30 – 6:00 The Shawn Kebler Trio Jazz 6:15 – 7:45 Those Beatles Guys Beatles Tribute
Where:the Benjamin Plumbing Supply parking lot 76 E. Sixth Street
Cost:FREE to check out- but you will probably want to buy some food :)
What: UApresents Children's Festival Many local organizations, kids activities and performances- we have attended the past two years and this year I will be there with crafts, prizes and fun with the Arizona Families blog- Come by and say hello!Free arts and education activities for children and families! Don't forget the show after the free festival listed below.
For more information, visit: http://www.uapresents.org/childrensfestival.aspx
When:1pm - 3:30pm
Where:Centennial Hall patio1020 E. University Blvd.
Cost:FREE
What:Imago Theatre: "ZooZoo" Filling the stage with wit, wonder, acrobatics and mime through characters such as hitchhiking rabbits, penguins playing musical chairs, a cat trapped in a giant paper bag and hippos with insomnia, ZooZoo features a madcap revue of illusion, creative costumes and comedy. Imago Theatre has been hailed by critics and family audiences worldwide for their highly entertaining, wordless productions, inspiring joy for kids and parents alike. ZooZoo speaks the universal language of fun with a zoo and a world all its own.
"Delightful… just watch!" —The New York Times CHECK OUT MY GIVEAWAY FOR TICKETS HERECost:FREE to check out- but you will probably want to buy some food :)
What: UApresents Children's Festival Many local organizations, kids activities and performances- we have attended the past two years and this year I will be there with crafts, prizes and fun with the Arizona Families blog- Come by and say hello!Free arts and education activities for children and families! Don't forget the show after the free festival listed below.
For more information, visit: http://www.uapresents.org/childrensfestival.aspx
When:1pm - 3:30pm
Where:Centennial Hall patio1020 E. University Blvd.
Cost:FREE
What:Imago Theatre: "ZooZoo" Filling the stage with wit, wonder, acrobatics and mime through characters such as hitchhiking rabbits, penguins playing musical chairs, a cat trapped in a giant paper bag and hippos with insomnia, ZooZoo features a madcap revue of illusion, creative costumes and comedy. Imago Theatre has been hailed by critics and family audiences worldwide for their highly entertaining, wordless productions, inspiring joy for kids and parents alike. ZooZoo speaks the universal language of fun with a zoo and a world all its own.
When:4pm
Where:1020 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $10-$25
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.
When:1pm
Where:All Together Theatre at Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway
Cost:$5-$8 discounts are available
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