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Thursday, October 11, 2012

Tucson Happenings October 12-14, 2012


TOHONO CHUL PARK FREE ADMISSION

 Friday, October 12, 2012
What:Tohono Chul Free Admission with a donation to Wildlife Rehabilitation Help volunteers nurse injured wildlife back to life and enjoy the Park for free. Requested Donations • Dry baby cereal • Strained baby vegetables • Canned cat food • Dried dog food • Laundry detergent and bleach • Cleaning supplies (mops, buckets, sponges, brushes) • Tissues and white paper towels • Kitchen and bath towels • Plastic storage containers
When:8am-5pm
Where:Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: FREE with donation

What:Our Mother of Sorrows Fiesta. The event will feature live music and DJs, games,inflatables and an eclectic Wmix of food, including Filipino and Mexican dishes. The parish will also be running its White Elephant rummage sale in the Parish Hall all three days.
When:5-10 p.m. Oct. 12; 4-10 p.m. Oct. 13; 5-9 p.m. Oct.14
Where:Our Mother of Sorrows Parish 1800 S. Kolb Road
Cost:FREE

What:TUCSOn Meet Yourself- The giant amazing festival is back!  I love October and this is one of the reasons!  You will have to arrange your visit based on the HUGE schedule of events HERE- so many local performers and exhibits- henna hands and feet- Batucaxe and Thai food are some of my favorite picks.
When: Friday, October 12, 2012 Sat and Sun too
Where:Downtown
Cost:FREE admission foods and stuff for $

What: Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream!  Relive memorable moments from Tangled, The Princess and the Frog and Cinderella as a cast of world-class skaters bring the romance, humor and adventure of the films to life in this contemporary skating spectacular. 
When:.Friday, October 12th – 7:00 p.m.Saturday, October 13th  11am., 3p.m. & 7pm Sunday, October 14th – 1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m
Where:Tucson Convention Center – 260 S. Church Street, Tucson, AZ  85701
Cost:  Ticket price levels are $20, $35, (VIP) and $55 (Front Row).  Opening Night tickets available for only $10 each (not valid on premium seating; limit 6 tickets per order).Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000 or at the venue Box Office.For  the following performances get $4 off with the code MOM12 !:Saturday 11:00 a.m. Saturday 7:00 p.m Sunday 1:00 p.m.
 What:For Michael - The Music of Michael Jackson - TSO Rocks the Fox In this tribute to MJ, we will take you back to the earliest Jackson 5, through the Jacksons and also focus on some of the best material from Off The Wall, Thriller, and Bad. Featuring Gavin Hope on lead vocals.Go HERE for tickets
When:8pm Friday, October 12, 2012
Where:Fox Theatre
Cost:$33-$48
What: Zombie Prom! The hoardes are coming! Prepare yourself at our Zombie Prom where you'll be able to test your zombie fighting skills with some awesome games, make your own zombie stuffed animal, show off your zombie costume in our costume contest, and even enjoy a classic zombie film. Food and snacks will be provided. Zombie film is rated R. For more info, please call 594-5420. Ages 12-19
When:6-8pm Friday, October 12, 2012
Where:Murphy Wilmot Library
Cost:FREE
 What:Story Time at Bookmans!  A light snack and juice, so get your listening ears ready for some great hand selected stories for you to enjoy. Right after story time we will have a coloring activity.
Where:Bookmans Speedway Friday, October 12, 2012
When:10am-11am 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, October 12, 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  Friday, October 12, 2012
Where:Gaslight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway
Cost:Adults..$17.95Students & Military .$15.95Seniors (60+ years)..$15.95Children (12 & Under) .$ 7.95
What: Marana's Pumpkin Patch and Farm Festival. With our 50 acre fieldtwo unique corn mazes! Sort through the pumpkin patch and find a one-of-a-kind pumpkin to take home! Work up an appetite jumping on our two huge jumping pillows,e petting zoo with ponies, miniature donkeys, goats and more!
When:  Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Where:Take the I-10 to Marana exit 236, head North 1 block to Marana Rd. by the Circle K, turn right on Marana Rd. approximately 2 miles, turn right on Wentz Rd. approximately 1 mile, go past Kirby Hughes Rd. Were on the Northwest corner of Kirby Hughes Rd. and Wentz Rd.
Cost:There is a $10 entrance fee 

What:Tucson Girls Chorus 3rd Annual Pumpkin Patch Concert with all six choirs  with treats and beverages. The Pumpkin Patch is located at the El Con Mall south parking lot off Broadway Blvd next to Starbucks. Hours of operation are: Monday through Thursday 12 pm to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am to 9 am and Sundays from 10 am to 7 pm. Come support the Tucson Girls Chorus and buy your fall pumpkins!
When:Opening night is on October 12th at 4:00 pm
Where:Prices range from $2.00 to $8.00 per pumpkin! All proceeds directly benefit the Tucson Girls Chorus.
Cost:FREE to check out

What: Butterfly Magic at the Gardens...walk through an amazing live exhibit where exotic butterflies fly by and even land on you! See the stages of metamorphosis in front of your eyes! My family has gone many times and LOVE it but be prepared for hot and humid conditions inside the butterfly room :)
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
When: October thru April 30th FROM 9:30am to 4pm daily
Cost:Varies with admissionGo HERE for more information and prices or call 326-9686 ext 10

What:Reptile Ramble- Learn the essentials in understanding reptiles- free with admission- more info call 520-742-6455
When:10am-11am  Friday, October 12, 2012
Where:Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. paseo del Norte
Cost:free with admission to the park



 What:Sam and Latch's Hairy Halloween This action- packed show  is suitable for all ages, though the show contains loud noises and some scary moments which may frighten small children. "Quirky deputies, Sam and Latch, take on more than they can handle when a terrifying Wolf-man stops in town for a quick snack.
When:Every night in October at 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. and an additional show at 9:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays
Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost:Admission is $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children under 11. Pay what you can afford night is Tuesday and Wednesday.
What:Haunted Ruins Dracula is coming and only Van Helsing can save the world from being overrun by monsters. Come take a trip through a land of magic as Valley of the Moon presents its 89th year of Halloween fun.  www.valleymoon.info
When:Show dates are October 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30. Show Times are 6:30-9:00 PM. Tours leave the gate every 30 minutes
Where:Valley of the Moon 2544 E. Allen Road
Cost: Admission: $8 adults, $5 8-13 years, 7 and under free. ICS Food Donation Nights are Sundays, admission is 50% off with a donation of two cans of food.


What:Elemental Artistry Fire Dancing! Come see amazing fire dancers and all their tricks! 
When:7pm  Friday, October 12, 2012
Where:Sky Bar 536 N. 4th Avenue
 Cost:FREE to watch (drinks and food vary)


What:Apple Annie’s Produce & Pumpkins 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!
When:8 AM – 5:30 PM  Friday, October 12, 2012 
 Where:6405 W Williams Rd (map & directions) Willcox, AZ 85643 520.384.4685
Cost:Free to visit


Saturday, October 13, 2012
 What: The Most Dangerous Storytime Author Terri Fields is, you might say, an expert on DANGER! She has written a number of books for middle and high school readers. And now, she has written one, The Most Dangerous,  for elementary school readers in which there is a contest to find the most dangerous animal. Come and create your own  deadly creature and then work with Terri to tell us what makes it so DANGEROUS.  While you are here, get your copy of her book autographed and enjoy some light snacks.
When:Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Worlds of Words, College of Education, 1430 E. 2nd Street **Room 453**Free parking at Second Street Garage
Cost:FREE

What: 2nd Saturdays Downtown.Kids’ Corner! Jumping castles & moreJackson Street parking lot, one block south of Broadway Boulevard & between Scott & Stone Avenues.The Great American Zap Show + Firetruck Adventure Zone!Cinema La Placita Presents: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs (7pm)

When:4pm-10pm Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where: Downtown
Cost: FREE except entrance to TCM Tucson Children's Museum $2
What:Our Mother of Sorrows Fiesta. The event will feature live music and DJs, games,inflatables and an eclectic Wmix of food, including Filipino and Mexican dishes. The parish will also be running its White Elephant rummage sale in the Parish Hall all three days.
When:5-10 p.m. Oct. 12; 4-10 p.m. Oct. 13; 5-9 p.m. Oct.14
Where:Our Mother of Sorrows Parish 1800 S. Kolb Road
Cost:FREE
What:Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Butterflies! Join the Sonoran Desert Kids as we search for butterflies and caterpillars. Get to know your wild neighbors close up as we learn more about the pipevine swallowtail, queen, blues, and sulphur butterflies. Children ages 8–12. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
When:9:30am-12noon Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Pima County Agua Caliente Park 12325 East Roger Road
Cost:FREE

What:  Annual San Martin de Porres Fiesta Family fun with great food and great entertainment for all ages. Featured entertainment includes Retread Band and Puppet Muzik. Games, raffles and auction, giant rummage sale. Free train rides and free jumping castle for the kids. Free admission
when: Saturday, October 13th from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:Holy Family Church, 338 W. University Blvd,
Cost:FREE

What:Kid's Gardening The kids will decorate a small pumpkin and then plant a black flower in it for Halloween. Each child will get to take their pumpkin home. Kids should bring an adult with them to help with the activity. All materials are free.Fun activities with favorite seeds to plant! Everything is provided ages 4-10. All materials are free. When:10am-11am Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Harlow's Gardens 5620 E. Pima Street
Cost: FREE

What:TUCSON Meet Yourself- The giant amazing festival is back!  I love October and this is one of the reasons!  You will have to arrange your visit based on the HUGE schedule of events HERE- so many local performers and exhibits- henna hands and feet- Batucaxe and Thai food are some of my favorite picks.
When: Saturday, October 13, 2012 and Sun too
Where:Downtown
Cost:FREE admission foods and stuff for $

 What:Join us for THE CAR show in Southern Arizona—the best classic cars, on the grass.This great event is a fundraiser for Rotary Club of Tucson charities.  Food vendors available. Proceeds benefit Reading Seed Children’s Literacy Program, Pima Council on Aging, and the YWCA.
When:10-4pm Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:St. Gregory College Preparatory School 3231 N. Craycroft Road
Cost:Purchase a $5 ticket to attend the best Car Show in Southern Arizona AND to have a chance to win the 2001 Corvette Convertible Prize Car!! 18 and under free with adult.



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! 
When:8 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday, October 13, 2012
 Where:6405 W Williams Rd (map & directions) Willcox, AZ 85643 520.384.4685
Cost:Free to visit

What: Agua Linda Fall Festival For $5 you will get unlimited hayrides, unlimited petting zoo visits, unlimited large animal visits, unlimited access to kid-friendly hay-bale maze, unlimited hay-stack climbing, NEW!! unlimited trips through our first ever 5 acre family maze (scroll down to learn more about this new attraction!), use of picnic area/tables (outside food not permitted), movie on Friday and Saturday nights (kid friendly animated movie on 14' big screen)  Go HERE to check out their website
When:5-9pm Friday 10am-9pm Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday
Where:Agua Linda Farms for directions go HERE
Cost:$5 additional cost for pony rides and other events
 What:Iron Giant Set during the coldest days of the Cold War in 1957, the film focuses on Hogarth, an imaginative nine- year-old boy who daydreams of alien invasions and doing battle with Communist agents. One day, Hogarth's dreams come true when a fifty-foot robot falls from the sky into a nearby lake. We have this on VHS and my son loves it!

When: 10am  Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Loft Cinema 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost:FREE

 
What:FREE coupon class in Tuscon  I will be going over coupon basics, store policies, organizing, how to optimize the use of your coupons, etc.   I will have a short handout that you can take notes on, so you'll probably want to bring a pen.  It might be helpful to have a notebook to write on, if the tables get crowded with food and drinks.  You don't need to bring coupons or anything else. Please RVSP since space is limited juli@bargainbeliever.comWhen:Saturday, October 13th from 10:15 am – 12:30 pm.
Where:Denny's 3655 E Speedway Blvd.
Cost:FREE

What:Poetry Joey Family Days is a  open house from  for youth of all ages and their families. Once a month, the stacks of the Center’s world renowned collection of poetry become over-run with youth writing, local music, games, interactive bookmaking workshops, science experiments, storytelling, creative movement activities and other poem-happenings that are designed to inspire youth and their families to explore the world around them through language.
When:10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Saturday, October 13, 2012 
Where:1508 East Helen Street (At Vine Avenue)
Cost:FREE

What:Fiesta in the Park We are holding a fundraiser  with Live music, Food, contest, games, and face painting. Check out our website for details www.vailcfp.org.
When:12-5pmSaturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Purple Heart Park in Rita Ranch on Oct 13, 2012.
Cost: FREE to check out

What:Craft-apalooza at Bookmans Ina  Fall is here! Join us to make a paper plate Scarecrow friend! These guys will help scare away all the mean crows who are lurking around.
When:1-2pm Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Bookmans Ina
Cost:FREE

What:Super Smash Bros 64 Tournament- We’re bringing out the battle once more for our customers ages 13 and under! We’re smashing out censorship and smashing each other in this head to head tournament! The top prize is $50 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:3pmSaturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Bookmans Ina
Cost: FREE

What:The Presidio debuts, Symbols of Our Mexican Past, a new exhibit featuring artifacts and stories connected with Tucson’s pioneer Mexican-American Community. Reception with Entertainment by Mariachi Tesoro de Tucson begins at 10:30am with living history demonstrations continuing until 3pm. Docent led tours of the Presidio and maps for the Presidio Trail self-guided tour will also be available.
When:10:30-3pm Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Presidio San Agustín del Tucson
133 W. Washington St.

Cost:FREE


What:Oktoberfest Mt Lemmon German food, Beer and Music.
When:12-5pm Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Mount Lemmon Ski Valley 10300 Ski Run Road
Cost:$5 for parking


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, October 13, 2012
Where:Pima Air and Space Museum 6000 East Valencia Road
Cost:Free with admission cost go HERE for more info.

What:Educator Appreciation Reception and Resources for Schools Please join us as we kick off our Educator Appreciation Week, October 13 to 20. This event offers discounts to pre-K through 12th grade educators and administrators, great giveaways and free classroom resources.
When:Saturday October 13, 2012 4:00 PM Westside at 9amWhere:Eastside Barnes and Noble 5130 E. Broadway, AND Westside Barnes and Noble Foothills Mall, 7325 N. LaCholla Blvd.
Cost:FREE

What: Build and Grow Clinic- Make a Ghoul Bus 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, October 13, 2012
Where:All Lowe's Locations
 Cost: FREE
What:Alphabet and Numbers Storytime To help kick off our Educator Appreciation Event, today we're featuring fun new stories about the alphabet and numbers. Craft activity will follow the Storytime.
When:Saturday, October 13, 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: Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream!  Relive memorable moments from Tangled, The Princess and the Frog and Cinderella as a cast of world-class skaters bring the romance, humor and adventure of the films to life in this contemporary skating spectacular. 
When:.Friday, October 12th – 7:00 p.m.Saturday, October 13th  11am., 3p.m. & 7pm Sunday, October 14th – 1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m
Where:Tucson Convention Center – 260 S. Church Street, Tucson, AZ  85701
Cost:  Ticket price levels are $20, $35, (VIP) and $55 (Front Row).  Opening Night tickets available for only $10 each (not valid on premium seating; limit 6 tickets per order).Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000 or at the venue Box Office.For  the following performances get $4 off with the code MOM12 !:Saturday 11:00 a.m. Saturday 7:00 p.m Sunday 1:00 p.m.

What: Middle School Mayhem Get ready for Halloween with our special "Mummies" themed program. Join us for fun and adventure at the library! Make some cool crafts, do some fun activities, and learn a little about history and culture at our new program for kids 10-13.
When:11am Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Murphy-Wilmot :Library
Cost:FREE
 What:Stravinsky! Music + Festival.This is the fifth annual composers festival, directed by UA composer Daniel Asia. The festival will provide a rich panorama of the music of this transformative patriarch of contemporary music, representing the diverse compositional styles of Igor Stravinsky’s prolific oeuvre. For the first time, the festival will partner with the UA School of Dance in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the premiere of the innovative and revolutionary ballet, "The Rite of Spring." For a full schedule of festival events visit www.music.arizona.edu
When:1:00 pm – Room 146 (Music Bldg.) – Opening Symposium 4:00 pm – Holsclaw Hall – Concert IMusic: Petrushka, Three Japanese Lyrics, Three Pieces for String Quartet 7:30 pm – Crowder Hall – Concert II
Arizona Symphony Orchestra, Rite of SpringSaturday, October 13, 2012

Where:Hosclow Hall and Crowder
Cost:$10 - only $5 students

What:Celebrate More Harry Potter With Pottermore Come dressed as your favorite Harry Potter character, Bertie Bott's Every-Flavor Beans tasting challenge and more! Each attendee will receive a collectible giveaway of Pottermore artwork.
When:Saturday October 13, 2012 7:00 PM 
Where:Eastside Barnes and Noble 5130 E. Broadway,
Coat:FREE

What:Birth Without Boundaries  A fundraiser and support rally for home-birth options.  Home-birth education takes place at 2 p.m.; food is served at 5 p.m. Also featured are a kids' dance party, a seed-bomb workshop, music, movement and an art auction. Call 789-8662 for more information.
When:2 to 10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 13,
Where: at Arco Iris, 118 N. Hoff Ave
Cost:freewill donation.

What:Sycamore Canyon Fall Festival  There will be free pony rides, jumping castles, slides and a velcro wall. For a nominal fee, attendees can go into the petting zoo or ride a horse-drawn cart. We will also have an arts/business/craft fair as well as food trucks and a few other activities.
When:October 13, from 3-6 pm.
Where:Sycamore Canyon is near the intersection of Houghton and Sahuarita. The Festival will be held in our Park at 17362 S. Rustling Leaf Trail, Vail, 85641
Coat:FREE - small fee for certain events

What: Mystery of Coyote Canyon Kids solve the mystery of Coyote Canyon by finding the clues in a story filled with sing-a long songs, games and riddles.
When:3-4pm Saturday, October 13, 2012
Where:Kirk Bear Canyon Library
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, October 13, 2012
Where:Gaslight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway
Cost:Adults..$17.95Students & Military .$15.95Seniors (60+ years)..$15.95Children (12 & Under) .$ 7.95

What:Tucson Zombie Walk 2012  Theme: The End of the World – How do we go out?
When:October 13, 2012, 6:00pm – 10:30pm.
Where:Stage at MLK Apartments Parking Lot across from Hotel Congress, Tucson, AZ Site hosted by 2nd Saturdays Downtown
Cost: FREE but gladly accepting donations for the Food Bank


Sunday, October 14, 2012

What:Sensorium For Kids-Pets We want to nurture your child/children in trusting his/her insight and intuition. By developing these skills your child will build self-reliancePets and animals are important to children (and lots of adults too). Please join us as we celebrate our pets and animals. Children and adults are invited to bring a picture, photo, toy, or drawing that represents a pet/s or animal/s that they care about.We will talk a little about what happens when a pet passes or moves on. This talk will be gentle and lovingly presented with the idea that we can still communicate with our pets when they pass on.We will use hands-on activities like yoga, art, music, movement, puppets, storytelling.A healthy snack will be provided by Arizona Families!
When:10am Sunday, October 14, 2012
Where:17 E Toole Ave
Cost: $10 per familia

What:Mother Goose Unplucked Play

When:1-2pm  Sunday, October 14, 2012
Where:Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost:$5-

What:WITH BUTTERFLY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION Why are blue morpho wings blue? How does a female butterfly know that Plant A is where she should lay her eggs? What do butterflies see? And more. Join Elizabeth
Willott, curator of Butterfly Magic, for this fun look at butterflies. Includes entrance to Butterfly Magic after-hours. Family Friendly.
  http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/education/adult-classes-trips/october-classes/
When:Sun., Oct. 14, 2 to 4 p.m.
Where:Tucson Botanical Gardens Alvernon
Cost:$14, $10 members

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, October 14, 2012
Cost:FREE

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, October 14, 2012
Where:Murphy-Wilmot Library
Cost:FREE

What:Our Mother of Sorrows Fiesta. The event will feature live music and DJs, games,inflatables and an eclectic Wmix of food, including Filipino and Mexican dishes. The parish will also be running its White Elephant rummage sale in the Parish Hall all three days.
When:5-10 p.m. Oct. 12; 4-10 p.m. Oct. 13; 5-9 p.m. Oct.14
Where:Our Mother of Sorrows Parish 1800 S. Kolb Road
Cost:FREE

What: Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream!  Relive memorable moments from Tangled, The Princess and the Frog and Cinderella as a cast of world-class skaters bring the romance, humor and adventure of the films to life in this contemporary skating spectacular. 
When:.Friday, October 12th – 7:00 p.m.Saturday, October 13th  11am., 3p.m. & 7pm Sunday, October 14th – 1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m
Where:Tucson Convention Center – 260 S. Church Street, Tucson, AZ  85701
Cost:  Ticket price levels are $20, $35, (VIP) and $55 (Front Row).  Opening Night tickets available for only $10 each (not valid on premium seating; limit 6 tickets per order).Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000 or at the venue Box Office.For  the following performances get $4 off with the code MOM12 !:Saturday 11:00 a.m. Saturday 7:00 p.m Sunday 1:00 p.m.


What:Stravinsky! Music + Festival.This is the fifth annual composers festival, directed by UA composer Daniel Asia. The festival will provide a rich panorama of the music of this transformative patriarch of contemporary music, representing the diverse compositional styles of Igor Stravinsky’s prolific oeuvre. For the first time, the festival will partner with the UA School of Dance in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the premiere of the innovative and revolutionary ballet, "The Rite of Spring." For a full schedule of festival events visit www.music.arizona.edu
When:1:30 pm – Stevie Eller Dance Theatre – Concert III “Stravinsky and the Dance”Music: A Soldier’s Tale, Serenade in A, Septet4:00 pm – Crowder Hall – Concert IV Music: In Memoriam Dylan Thomas, Octet,The Owl and the Pussy Cat Sunday, October 14, 2012
Where:Stevie Eller and Crowder Hall UofA
Cost: $10 only $5 for students

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, October 14, 2012
Where:Gaslight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway
Cost:Adults..$17.95Students & Military .$15.95Seniors (60+ years)..$15.95Children (12 & Under) .$ 7.95

What:TUCSOn Meet Yourself- The giant amazing festival is back!  I love October and this is one of the reasons!  You will have to arrange your visit based on the HUGE schedule of events HERE- so many local performers and exhibits- henna hands and feet- Batucaxe and Thai food are some of my favorite picks.
When:Sunday, October 14, 2012
Where:Downtown
Cost:FREE admission foods and stuff for $





What:Pajama Party at Sweet Tomatoes=Free breakfast  with the purchase of an adult meal.
Where:Sweet Tomatoes and Soup Plantations- check your location for sure  by the info HERE
When:9am-12noon All Sundays in October
Cost: FREE with paid adult



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