FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
What: Disney's Aladdin Jr. by Youth @ Performing Arts. My family and I are very excited to go to this local production! Aladdin Jr. looks like such a magical and entertaining journey through the Arabian desert. The set is a magnificent marketplace that will include a sculpted camel, and fabulous costumes! All of the Disney characters will be in the stage adaptation of the film: Jasmine, the Genie and Aladdin himself! To see all of the information and purchase tickets ahead of time go HERE.
When: Shows are June 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 7:15pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where: Flowing Wells
Cost: Adults $10 Children $7 Reserved seating $12-$15 You can get 10% off your entire ticket purchase at the door when you say you saw it on Arizona Families!
What:Summer Reading Activities Summer Reading Activities Join us at the Flowing Wells Branch Library and complete a few of the 100 Activities listed in your Summer Reading Passport! All materials will be provided and all ages are welcome.Plant a seed and check out seeds from the seed library.
When:10-11am FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Flowing Wells library
Cost:FREE
What:Operation Kid Safe get digital fingerprints and photos for FREE. There is no data-basing. The parent is handed the finished product, a letter size document – with the child’s digital fingerprints and photo. The quality is so good that the prints can be scanned into the National Crime Computer if the child is ever missing.When:1pm-7pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Precision Toyota 700 W. Wetmore Drive
Cost:FREE
What:Horton Hears a Who-
When:9:45am
Where:5455 South Calle Santa Cruz Tucson, AZ 85714
Cost:$2 for all
What:Cartooning Learning to draw can be fun, especially when
we create silly characters, funny expressions, and drawing sequences
that tell a joke. All children will feel successful! Space is limited to
the first 25 kids who arrive. Get your free ticket at the service desk
beginning at 1:30pm.
When:2-3pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Dusenberry River Library
Cost:FREE
What:World Oceans Day Special ocean-themed
talks and presentations!Hands-on activities - learn about the ocean and
its creatures by touching and handling a wide variety of marine
artifacts and organisms 24-hours-in-the-ocean event.Touch tank with
several species of marine organisms to experience. Species introduction
in the ocean biome - watch as 50 Sergeant Major fish are released into
the ocean biome. Scuba diver encounter! Eco-education booths, companies
and vendors displaying environmentally friendly efforts and products!
Special tours - visitors will get to go on the beach in the ocean
biome- the only day of the year this is possible
When:9am-4pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Biosphere 2
Cost:Go HERE for admission tours information
When:10:30-11:30 FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library
Cost:FREE
What:Free Movie Zookeeper and Despicable Me
Where:Flowing Wells library
Cost:FREE
What:Operation Kid Safe get digital fingerprints and photos for FREE. There is no data-basing. The parent is handed the finished product, a letter size document – with the child’s digital fingerprints and photo. The quality is so good that the prints can be scanned into the National Crime Computer if the child is ever missing.When:1pm-7pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Precision Toyota 700 W. Wetmore Drive
Cost:FREE
What:Horton Hears a Who-
When:9:45am
Where:5455 South Calle Santa Cruz Tucson, AZ 85714
Cost:$2 for all
When:2-3pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Dusenberry River Library
Cost:FREE
What:Storytunes,
an hour long musical extravaganza for the kids! We'll play games, read
stories and sing all kinds of fun songs!! The program tends to aim more
towards toddlers, but all kids are welcome!
When:10-11am FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Bookmans Ina
Cost:FREEWhen:9am-4pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Biosphere 2
Cost:Go HERE for admission tours information
What:Grab Bag 100
activities is a lot to choose from--try a few at a time every Friday
afternoon this summer. We will dabble in science, art, storytelling,
games and more!
Teen volunteers will be on hand to help out. For ages 4 and up.
When:2-4pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Joel Valdez Main Library
Cost:Free
What:Storytime with Ronald McDonald Have a magical time
exploring Arizona’s Centennial with Ronald McDonald. We will celebrate
Arizona’s 100th birthday with a party of Magic, Music and all around
Fun. This is a must for children from 1 to 101 years of age, so arrive
early in order to get a good seat.When:10:30-11:30 FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library
Cost:FREE
What:Free Movie Zookeeper and Despicable Me
When:10am FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Grand Cinema Crossroads on Grant 4811 E. Grant
Cost:free for kids- All other 42 and snack packs $4.50
What:Free Movie Kung Fu Panda 2
When:11am FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Oracle View 4690 N. Oracle Road
Cost:free for kids- All other 42 and snack packs $4.50
What:Hands On Science- Bugs Presented by Mad
Science.Students will get an opportunity to explore the world's most
abundant animals with fun, hands-on activities. Students will be buzzing
about this class for quite some time.Limited to 25 participants.
Registration required. I know this is full but just reminding if you
already registered :)
When:11am-12noon FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Kirk-Bear Canyon Library
Cost:FREE
What:Elemental Artistry Fire Dancing! Come see amazing fire dancers and all their tricks!
When:7pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Sky Bar 536 N. 4th AvenueCost:FREE to watch (drinks and food vary)
What:Family Movie Night Join us after the library closes for a family friendly movie and popcorn. See branch for monthly movie titles.
When:5:30pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Flowing Wells Library
Cost:FREE
What: Wizard of Oz Film- Follow the yellow brick road to watch this Stars Under the Stars film.
When:8:30pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Loews Ventana Resort
Cost:FREE and open to the public
Where:Reid Park Zoo
When:5-8pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Cost:$7.50 per adult and $5 per child (ages 2- 12). Kids under 2 are free
What:Friday Night Live- Jazz Summer Concert Series Sylvan Street Jazz performs check them out at www.sylvanstreetjazz.com
When:7pm FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:University Blvd. Between Euclid/Tyndall Geronimo Plaza main Gate Square
Where:University Blvd. Between Euclid/Tyndall Geronimo Plaza main Gate Square
Cost:FREE and free parking validated in Tyndall 5om-12 midnight
What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town
When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings FRIDAY, June 8, 2012
Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde
Cost:FREE- donations accepted
SATURDAY, June 9, 2012
What:Tucson Circus Arts' Summer Circus Camp Recital. If you want to see kids do stuff you never ever thought they could, come to the first session recital. You'll see kids walking on globes, swinging and spilling down aerial
silks, spinning poi, dancing on stilts and... playing taiko. Visit http://TucsonCircusArts.com for info.
When:Saturday, June 9, 7:30pm.
Where:Rhythm Industry Performance Factory * 1013 S. Tyndall Ave. *
Cost:FREE and the
donation bucket is there if you want to support the studio and/or TCA's
amazing camp.
What:Pima Air Museum Kids program. Rockets is the theme!
For ages 8 and up. 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 Saturday, June 9
Where:Pima Air and Space Museum 6000 East Valencia Road
Cost:Free with admission cost go HERE for more info.
What:Make a Picture Frame: Make and take a craft Father's Day frame with purchase of frame Ages 3 and up.Make and take a craft key chain FREE Ages 3 and up.
When:10am-12noon Saturday, June 9
Where:Michael's Craft Stores
Cost:FRee with purchase of frame
What:Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Field Trip to the Zoo to follow up on the previous kids club about the African Savvanah. Children ages
8-12. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
When:9:00-12noonSaturday, June 9
Where:Agua Caliente Park to Reid Park Zoo- CALL for reservations!
Cost:FREE
What:Capoeira Mandinga Show Presented by Capoeira Mandinga Tucson.Capoeira is a thrilling Afro-Brazilian martial art form that was started
over 400 years ago in response to the oppression of Africans who were
brought to Brazil as slaves. It contains elements of dance, song, and
percussion, which were originally used to disguise training to fight for
freedom by making it appear as a game of dance and music.In honoring
Capoeira traditions and respecting individual creativity in the art, our
stage shows and interactive performances will bring together people of
all ages and cultures to celebrate Tucson's diversity as we commemorate
our Centennial.Attendance Limited. Tickets Required. Tickets will be
handed out 1/2 hour before program.
When:3-4pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Oro Valley Library
Cost:FREE
What:Craft-apalooza
at Bookmans InaWe are celebrating Fathers Day at Bookmans Ina by making photo frames out of recycled CD cases! Come get your picture taken, and decorate a frame that your Father, or any other special person in your life, can cherish forever.
When:1-2pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Bookmans Ina
Cost:FREE
What:Tucson Mall Kids Club- Meet us in the kids area in the mall Come make an awesome paper airplane ;)
When:10-12noon Saturday, June 9
Where:Outside at the Tucson Mall Plaza
Cost:FREE
What:The Three Wishes Presented by Gwen Ray's Hanuman Puppet Theatre.
How to spend a wish? Watch Ralph and Ruby decide! This rollicking puppet show has an environmental twist.
When:2-3pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Eckstrom Columbus Library
Cost:FREE
What:World Oceans Day Special ocean-themed talks and
presentations!Hands-on activities - learn about the ocean and its
creatures by touching and handling a wide variety of marine artifacts
and organisms 24-hours-in-the-ocean event.Touch tank with several
species of marine organisms to experience. Species introduction in the
ocean biome - watch as 50 Sergeant Major fish are released into the
ocean biome. Scuba diver encounter! Eco-education booths, companies and
vendors displaying environmentally friendly efforts and products!
Special tours - visitors will get to go on the beach in the ocean
biome- the only day of the year this is possible
When:9am-4pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Biosphere 2
What: Lowe's Build and Grow clinic- Madagascar 3 Plane 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 Saturday, June 9
When: 10am-11am Saturday, June 9
Where:All Lowe's Locations
Cost: FREE
What:Operation Kid Safe get digital fingerprints and photos for FREE. There is no data-basing. The parent is handed the finished product, a
letter size document – with the child’s digital fingerprints and photo.
The quality is so good that the prints can be scanned into the National
Crime Computer if the child is ever missing.
When:10am-4pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Precision Toyota 700 W. Wetmore Drive
Cost:FREE
What:Dispose-a-med Bring your unused and/or expired
medications for proper disposal. Tablets, capsules, liquids, and creams
will be collected. Metal or glass inhalation aerosol bottles, syringes,
and epi-pens will NOT be accepted. For safety and confidentiality
reasons, any items turned over for collection cannot be returned. We do
not accept drugs from commercial organizations. For information about
the disposal of needles and syringes, please visit the Pima County
Health Department website.
When:8am-12noon Saturday, June 9
Where:13542 E. Colossal Cave Dr. (Walgreens)
Cost:FREE
What:FREE Admission at National Parks! Get a head start on your summer fun with free admission to any national
park this Saturday, June 9. In celebration of National Get Outdoors Day,
all 397 national parks will waive entrance fees.
When:ALL DAY
When:ALL DAY
Where:All the parks that normally charge a fee are FREE- the others are well, free any day they are open.
Cost:FREE
What:My Gym Open House- The My gym has relocated and his having a free open house.
When:5-8pm Saturday, June 9
Where:7942 N. Oracle Road
Cost:FREE
What:Moonlight Madness- See the
seven story rocket with all the lights on and enter the launch control
room. Launch seltzer rockets, sample space food and take the astronaut
test. Reservations required.
Where:Titan Missle Museum 1580 W. Duval Mine Road
When:5-9pm Saturday, June 9
Cost:$7; free for kids 12 and under
What:HOME TWEET HOME©Paint and
embellish two small decorative birdhouses to add to your garden or home.
Cool summer morning fun for families & friends. All supplies
provided.
When:Saturday, June 9 9 a.m. to noon
Where:Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost:$25, $20 members, $12 for children 12 and under
What:Desert Gardening Class Florist Patrice will help you make your garden grow with plenty of tips and tricks for our dry lifestyle here in Tucson! RSVP: rachael.florez@wholefoods.
When:Saturday, June 9th at 10am-11am
Where:Whole Foods Market ~ Speedway
Cost:FREE
What:AZ Dance Source Recital
When:6:30pm Saturday, June 9
Where:TCC Music Hall
Cost:FREE
What:Creative Dance Arts and Arizona Dance Theatre's 23rd
Annual Summer Dance Concert Many different forms of dance performed for this concert.Tickets are available
at the Creative Dance Arts studio, 5741 N. Oracle Road, or the PCC box
office. For more information, call 887-5658; email the box office; or go to the Creative Dance Arts website.
When: noon and 4 p.m., Saturday
and Sunday, June 9 and 10,
Where:Pima Community College West Proscenium
Theatre, 2202 W. Anklam Road
Cost:Admission is $12.
What: 2nd Saturdays Downtown.The Cricket Kids’ AreaSuper fun for the family! This week the Kids’ Area moves
to the Providence parking lot. On hand is the Cricket Jumping Castle, a
FREE G-rated movie “Ratatouille” and other entertainment. The movie
begins at approximately 7:30 p.m. CONCERT at The Fox Theatre-FREE For more info. go HERE. !
When:4pm-10pm Saturday, June 9
Where: Downtown
Cost: FREE and $2 admission to the Children's Museum Tucson
What:Tucson Padres Game- Fireworks Zooperstars!The kids even get to run the bases after the game and after the
fireworks. This is a great night of family entertainment so please share
this with your friends. We need your help to get out a big crowd! For more information go here
When:7:00pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Kino Stadium
Cost:
Tickets start at $5.
What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town
When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings Saturday, June 9
Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde
Cost:FREE- donations accepted
What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town
When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings Saturday, June 9
Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde
Cost:FREE- donations accepted
What:Student Celebration and FREE Books- Several community organizations will offer a free meal, speakers, music, spoken word performances and 100s of FREE BOOKS in English and Spanish. For more info. call 696-9273 When:2-5pm Where: John Venezuela Youth Center 1550 S. Sixth Avenue Cost:FREE
What:Summer Saturday Evening~ Magical Music of the Desert NightThe Native American flute has achieved some measure of fame for its distinctive sound, used most recently in a variety of New Age and world music recordings. The instrument was originally played without accompaniment for courtship, healing, meditation, and spiritual rituals. Experience the unique sound of this ancient instrument as local Tucson musicians share talents! To see the entire schedule of events go HERE
When:4-9pm Saturday, June 9
Where:Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum 2021 North Kinney Road
Cost:Discounted admission after 4pm of $7.00 ($3:00 for 6-12) Free 5 and under
What:Once
again it's on! Park Jam 16 is com in' at ya Saturday, June 9th at
James Thomas Park in beautiful South Tucson! This month we're featuring
one of Tucson's hardest working MCs, Mr. Al Basics! If you haven't
checked him live, you don't want to miss this one. Come out and rock with Al and the rest of the homies from 6-8pm! This Jam will be shutting down at 8pm as normally scheduled so be there
on time and don't miss a minute! As always, live DJs, MCs, graffiti,
and breaking! See you there!
When:6-8pm Saturday, June 9th
Where:James Thomas Park
Cost:FREE
What: Disney's Aladdin Jr. by Youth @ Performing Arts.
My family and I are very excited to go to this local production!
Aladdin Jr. looks like such a magical and entertaining journey through
the Arabian desert. The set is a magnificent marketplace that will
include a sculpted camel, and fabulous costumes! All of the Disney
characters will be in the stage adaptation of the film: Jasmine, the
Genie and Aladdin himself! To see all of the information and purchase
tickets ahead of time go HERE.
When: Shows are June 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 7:15pm
Where: Flowing Wells
Cost: Adults $10 Children $7 Reserved seating $12-$15 You can get 10% off your entire ticket purchase at the door when you say you saw it on Arizona Families!
SUNDAY, June 11, 2012
What:"Escuela de Vagabundos" (1955), starring
Pedro Infante **Plus a Sneak Preview of El Casino Ballroom-65th
Anniversary Documentary.The Fox Tucson Theatre Foundation & Chispa Foundation proudly
present "Cine Plaza at the Fox" Celebrating Classic Mexican Cinema"
For more info
contact chispafoundation@gmail.com
When:Sunday, June 10, 2:00pm
Where:Fox Theatre on Congress
Cost:Suggested contribution $3/person.
What: Lowe's Build and Grow clinic- Madagascar 3 Plane 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: 2-3pm Sunday, June 10
When: 2-3pm Sunday, June 10
Where:All Lowe's Locations
Cost: FREE
What:Toy Train Museum Open House. Toy trains of different
sizes and shapes will run, whistles blowing and bells ringing, on 16
different tracks. There are also exhibits of old toy trains,
railroad memorabilia and a World War II vintage caboose
Where:Gadsden Pacific Toy Train Museum3975 Miller Ave.
When:12:30-4:30 Sunday, June 10
Cost:FREE
What:Science Sunday-Check out lasers with UA Optics and AZ Public Media will be bring Sid the Science Kid activities too! Remember, it's $2 admission all day every Science Sunday this summer!
When:Museum hours:9am-5pm Sunday, June 10 Physics Favtory 12noon-3pm
Where:Children's Museum Tucson
Cost:$2
What: Dungeons & Dragons Club Can't get enough fantasy? Try out our new Dungeons & Dragons Club where you'll be able to create your own heroes, battle monsters, and go on amazing adventures. Both beginners and experienced players welcome! Ages 10-18.
When:1-3pm Sunday, June 10
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library
Cost:FREE
What:My Gym Open House- The My gym has relocated and his having a free open house.
When:1-5pm Sunday, June 10
Where:7942 N. Oracle Road
Cost:FREE
What:THUMBELINA An original adaptation by Melanie Roeder and Kathleen AndersonWith original music and lyrics by David RaglandWelcome to a land of magic and mystery where anything can happen. Come meet a tiny young girl named Thumbelina as she tries harder than most to make a difference in her world. In this wonderful musical we help Thumbelina overcome enormous obstacles and face her fears, while she meets a few crazy characters along the way. To get tickets go HERE.
When:1pm Sunday, June 10
Where:Live Theatre Workshop5317 E Speedway Blvd
Cost:$5-$8
What:Music under the Stars Concert
When:7pm Sunday, June 10
Where:DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center, in Reid Park
Cost:FREE
What:Coupon
Swap- Do you have coupons you won't use and want to trade? Do you
want some coupons that you can use? Come to a Tucson Swap at Peter
Piper Pizza...I would love to meet some readers!
When: Sunday, June 10 from10:30-11:30
Where:Peter Piper Pizza Old Spanish Trail and 22nd
What:Make a Keychain: Make and take a craft key
chain FREE Ages 3 and up.
When:10am-12noon Sunday, June 10
Where:Michael's Craft Stores
Cost:the website says this one is free- no purchase required?
What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town
When:7pm and 8pm showings Sunday, June 10Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde
Cost:FREE- donations accepted
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