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Friday, September 14, 2012

Tucson Happenings September 15-16, 2012 25+ Events!

Saturday, September 15, 2012

What:Mrs. Fisher Cat Visits Mildred and Dildred To celebrate, we'll be throwing a free Calico Critter Party!  Enter to win a Calico Critter house, make Calico Critter finger puppets, get free Calico Critter treats, and of course enjoy sparkling conversation with Mrs. Fisher Cat herself.  Last but not least, be sure to enjoy 20% off all Calico Critters (Sept. 15th only)!
When:11am-12noon Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Mildred and Dildred at La Encantada
Cost:FREE

What:Mediterranean Nights Show Belly Dancers, Gypsies, Gitanos, Musicicians and singers including Flamenco del pueblo. More info call 520-881-0883 Tickets available at Antigone's Books and Xanadu Dance Studio.

When:7:30pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Leo Rich Theatre TCC 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost:$16

What:Apple Annie’s Produce & Pumpkins Apple Harvest  and Corn Festival Sweet corn picked at the peak of the season is a treat you won’t want to miss! Many other vegetables will be available for you-pick. Enjoy hot roasted sweet corn and a great day of family fun on the farm! Peaches galore- with all kinds of products to purchase too! Enter to win a $25 gift certificate for next weekend HERE
When:8 AM – 5:30 PM  Saturday, September 15, 2012
 Where:6405 W Williams Rd (map & directions) Willcox, AZ 85643 520.384.4685
Cost:Free to visit

What:PRICKLY PEAR HARVEST Learn about prickly pear cactus, harvest the fruit, and make prickly pear juice.The following programs are for childrenages 8–12. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.For more information and reservations contact:520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.govWhen:9:30am-12noon Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Pima County Agua Caliente Park 12325 East Roger Road
Cost:FREE

What:Carrot Planting Party We had so much fun at our last planting party, we’re throwing another one! So bring your young one to plant carrot seeds with us and make their own carrot plant stake. Suggested age 4-10 years old. Free. No registration required.(Thanks, Donna)
When:10-11am Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Harlow Gardens 5620 E. Pima St
Cost:FREE

What:Fables, Tall Tales and Music for Me! Musical Event, Storytime Special guests from Music and Dance Academy Arizona will be presenting a special Storytime with music, combining music making using simple instruments with storytelling. Come join in the fun.
When:Saturday September 15, 2012 11:00 AM
Where:Westside Barnes and Noble Foothills Mall, 7325 N. LaCholla Blvd. Ste 100, Tucson, AZ 85741, 520-742-6402
Cost:FREE
 
What: The Gardens is featuring a Live Bird Demo Don't miss our last Live Bird Demonstration this Sat., September 15, from 2 to 3p.m. Tucson Wildlife Center will be here, stop by the Gardens and see  Amazing Wildlife Birds! 
When:2-3pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Tucson Botanical gardens
Cost:FREE with regular admission costs 

What:St. Rita’s 15th Annual Festival"The Wild West" is filled with entertainment, games, crafts, food,Friday, September 14th from 5 pm to 10 pm and

When:Saturday, September 15th from 3 pm to 10 pm
Where:St. Rita in the Desert, 13260 E. Colossal Cave Rd., Vail, AZ 85641, (520) 762-9688
Cost:FREE

 What:Super Smash Bros 64 Tournament- We’re bringing out the battle once more for our customers ages 14 and older! We’re smashing out censorship and smashing each other in this head to head tournament! The top prize is $75 in store credit, so make sure to bring all you’ve got to the match! Registration begins at 2PM, and there are limited spots available. You MUST be registered to participate!
When:3pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Bookmans Ina
Cost: FREE

What: Second Annual ARIZONA INSECT FESTIVAL.Entomologists at the University of Arizona invite you to join us for a fantastic day of facts and fun, free for the entire family!
When:Saturday, September 15, 2012, 10 am to 3 pm

Where:...in the Grand Ballroom on Level 3 of the Student Union in the center of the University of Arizona campus
Cost:FREE

What:The Exciting Night Life of BatsBats are the primary predator of night-flying insects and are important pollinators for columnar cacti and other succulent plants. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Conservation Biologist Karen Krebbs will discuss the biology and adaptations of bats, as well as the latest research on bats in Arizona and Mexico. Karen will also show a live bat after the lecture. Ages 12 and up. Reservations required. Brandi Fenton Memorial Park at 3482 E. River Rd. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
When:9-10am Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
Cost:FREE

What:Craft-apalooza at Bookmans Ina Kids of all ages can come express themselves today by creating their own puzzles! Create a beautiful work of art and see if your friends can solve the tricky task of putting it back together again!
When:1-2pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Bookmans Ina
Cost:FREE

What:Phantom of the Opera- Pain in the Mask Will the chorus girl Christine rise to the occasion after Diva Soprano, Carlotta, becomes mysteriously ill? Who will be seated in the mysterious Box #5…where programs disappear and ghoulish laughter echoes? Join the Gaslight gang as they transform the stage back to post-Revolution Paris to revive The Phantom Of The Opera – a love story of musical inspiration and hidden longing, along with a palate-pleasing portion of goofy song and dance! When:6pm and 8:30pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Gaslight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway
Cost:Adults..$17.95Students & Military .$15.95Seniors (60+ years)..$15.95Children (12 & Under) .$ 7.95


What:Ecstatic Dance Tucson. Ecstatic Dance Tucson is a group of individuals committed to coming together on a regular basis and creating a safe environment where we can move our bodies, express ourselves freely and just plain shake it. Two of our main goals are to create community and have fun. We understand that it takes courage to open ourselves up in the presence of others and we do what we can to create a supportive environment. Planet Coexist presents Ecstatic Dance Tucson. Dance you inner joy to an eclectic set of music. A smoke-alcohol-judgement free environment! Shoeless feet on the dance floor only!http://planetcoexist.com/EcstaticDance/Where:Rhythm Industry Performance Factory1013 S. Tyndall Ave.
When:7:30-10:30pmSaturday, September 15, 2012
Cost$7 Suggested Donation; Free for children 12 and under

What:AZ Symphonic Winds  Music in the Park at the Laszlo Veres Amphitheater in Udall Park. Under the direction of Laszlo Veres, Southern Arizona’s premier community concert band continues an old American tradition with four different free evening concerts over four weeks. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the show.
When:7-9pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Udall Park 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost:FREE 
What:smARTy Pants Explore the Museum on an animal safari, look closely and see how many animals you can find! Then create art inspired by your adventure in the Education Center. For children 2-5 years old, with an adult companion. Register for this event, at the admissions desk, in the museum lobby. Please call 624-2333 or register online.

When:10am Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Ave., Tucson, AZ, United States,
Cost: $8 per child for members; $10 per child non-members; adults free

 
What:Roasted Chile Festival fresh roasted Arizona grown green chilies, chile ristras, locally grown pesticide-free and organic fresh produce and fruit, artisans, great food, kid’s activities and games, live music and a beer garden.
When:9am to 3pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Rincon Valley Farmers market 12500 E. Old Spanish Trail Road
Cost:free to check out
What:Curious George Comes to the Children's Department Costume Character"This is George. He lived in Africa. He was a good little monkey and always very curious." Come and play with Curious George as he explores the Children's Department! Stories, activities and treats for everyone!
When:Saturday September 15, 2012 1:00 PM
Where:Eastside Barnes and Noble 5130 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85711, 520-512-1166
Cost:FREE

What:Tanque Verde Lutheran Sale 50+ family swap meet and Bake Sale at  Proceeds benefit a 4-year-old preschool student recently diagnosed with leukemia. (Thanks, Krista)
When:this Saturday 9/15, 8:00-11:00
 Where:Tanque Verde Lutheran Church.
 Cost:Free to browse

What:Animal Diversity Presented by the International Wildlife Museum. Meet a representative of each of six different animal groups. Learn the characteristics that define each group and make them unique
When:2-3PM Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Southwest Library
Cost:FREE

What: Musical Bear Concert The Friends of The Kirk-Bear Canyon Library invite you to the final concert in the Musical Bear Summer Series. Hear the dynamic duo - Diane Van Deurzen & Lisa Otey - perform a perfect blend of hot jazz, sultry blues and cabaret.
When:3-4pm Saturday, September 15, 2012
Where:Bear Canyon Library
Cost:FREE
Sunday, September 16, 2012
 What:Mother Goose Unplucked Play
When:1-2pm  Sunday, September 16, 2012\
Where:Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost:$5-$8

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!
When:1-3pm Sunday, September 16, 2012 \
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library
Cost:FREE

What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town
When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings Sunday, September 16, 2012
 Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde
Cost:FREE- donations accepted


 What:The Brubaker Brothers Music Under the Stars Since 1955, the Tucson Pops Orchestra has been sharing the joy of live music with audiences of all ages throughout Southern Arizona.  Founded by violinist Georges DeMeester and his collaborator Ernest Hoffman, this dedicated group of professional musicians first performed in various hotels throughout Tucson.  The “Pops” today performs at the renovated “DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center” named after the beloved founder of the Orchestra. 
When:7pm Sunday, September 16, 2012
Where:DeMeester Outdoor Performance CenterReid Park
Cost:FREE
 




What:Phantom of the Opera- Pain in the Mask Will the chorus girl Christine rise to the occasion after Diva Soprano, Carlotta, becomes mysteriously ill? Who will be seated in the mysterious Box #5…where programs disappear and ghoulish laughter echoes? Join the Gaslight gang as they transform the stage back to post-Revolution Paris to revive The Phantom Of The Opera – a love story of musical inspiration and hidden longing, along with a palate-pleasing portion of goofy song and dance!When:3 and 7pm Sunday, September 16, 2012Where:Gaslight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway
Cost:Adults..$17.95Students & Military .$15.95Seniors (60+ years)..$15.95Children (12 & Under) .$ 7.95

What:Family Fondue Sundays - Kids eat FREE Sundays in SeptemberOur Four-Course Family Fondue Combination includes your choice of cheese fondue, salad, entrée featuring white shrimp, salmon, teriyaki sirloin, tenderloin and marinated chicken breast. For dessert choose from your choice of pure milk, dark or white chocolate fondue.Kids 12 and under will be given cheese, entrée and chocolate fondue. One child eats free for every paying adult. Additional three-course child's plates can be purchased for $13.00.
Teen Plate available for $17.00.Add a lobster tail for $12.00.  No additional coupons or discounts will be permitted for this event.
When:Sundays in SeptemberSunday, September 16, 2012
Where:The Melting Pot Tucson
Cost: $35.00 per adult.

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