Tucson Happenings, Friday December 14, 2012

What: Ballet Rincon presents The Nutcracker  For more information call 574-2804http://www.ballet-rincon.com/index.htm  When: The three magical performances will take place at Vail Theatre of the Arts with show times on December 14th and 15th at 7pm, with a matinee at 2pm on December 15th.Cost: $14.00 for adults & $12.00 for seniors and children in orchestra seating, and $10.00 for adults & $8.00 for seniors and children in mezzanine seating.Tickets are now on sale at the main studio office, and will also be sold at the theater box office one hour prior to performances.

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What:The Holiday Bazaar For the past five years, our vision for this event has been to provide an innovative avenue for local artists, cooks, merchants, and entrepreneurs to harness the rush of commerce during this season, and to create a holiday shopping tradition that brings community members together to celebrate goodwill and rich heritage. When: 11am-6pm Sat and Sun too! Where: Mercado San Augustin 110 S. Avenida del convento Cost: FREE to browse!
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What:This show promises to be a fun Christmas experience for your kiddos! We have gone and will be going.  You do not have to be with a school to go.It is described as, "A HOLIDAY FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND THE FIESTA FELIZ CHRISTMAS IN MEXICO SCHOOL TIME HOLIDAY SHOW. PUPPET MUZIK AND BALLET FOLKLORICO SAN JUAN TAKE YOUR STUDENTS ON AN EDUCATIONAL AND FUNTRIP TO MEXICO TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY TRADITIONS!"Where: Fox Theatre 17 W. CongressWhen: 10am Cost: TICKETS ARE $5 FOR THE KIDS AND TEACHERS AND PARENTS ARE FREE! VISIT www.chispafoundation.org for more information

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What:Christmas Variety Show starring Michael the Elf A magic show with christmas spirit! Singing christmas songs, doing classic clown skits and doing magic... A very different show but is family-friendly! When:7:30-9:30pm Where: The Screening Room 127 E. Congress Cost: $5

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What: Holiday Electric Parade Luminous light train featuring Santa, reindeer and candy toss. When: 7:15pm Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 Where: Tanque verde Swap Meet Tanque Verde Swap Meet 4100 S. Palo Verde Road Cost:  Donations of 2 cans of food for children to ride in the parade Pics with Santa are $5
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What: Celebrate the Christmas Star A musical celebration for the whole family, an electric light parade and 100% chance of snow! When: 7pm Doors open 1 hour before the performance time Other shows 12/8-12/16) Where: Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene 500 W. Calle Concordia Cost:FREE
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What: Reid Park Zoo Lights Falling snow, hot chocolate, music, Santa and lights galore.......For more information and to purchase tickets on-line go here.When:It is open to everyone Thursdays-Sundays from December 1st-9^th, Every night Dec. 13th- Dec. 23rd. Where: Reid Park Zoo Cost: Event admission$6 adults; $4 children 2-14. $1 off per admission for members
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What: FREE Mini-sundae at Chick-fil-A El con When: 6:30-10pm Where: Chick-fil-A El Con Cost: FREE one per person present please

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What:Enchanted Snowfall at La Encantada! La Encantada is proud to have the Enchanted Snowfall this holiday season! Guests will be delighted to live holiday music, an amazing snow show and Cocoa & Coffee by Savaya Coffee.  When:6pm and 6:45pm Shows will be held on: November  30 December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22Where:La Encantada Shopping Center Cost:FREE

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What: Festival de Navidad The sparkle of a Mexican holiday celebration with a vibrant ballet folklorico performance featuring a cast of 50 dancers, mariachis, special guest singers and much more. Accented with a variety of seasonal flavors such as a traditional Christmas processional (Posada), a visit from the Three Wise Men, and a festive pinata scene, this holiday extravaganza is also a colorful journey through the popular music and dance traditions that characterize Mexico's rich and passionate heritage. When: Friday, 7pmWhere: The Awesome Fox Theater17 West Congress Street Cost:$13, $15, $20  GET TICKETS TO “Festival de Navidad” A Christmas Celebration HERE: www.foxtucson.com
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What:An Unexpected Party: A Hobbit Movie Release PartyIn a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit, and that hobbit loved going to the library! Join us for Lord of the Rings-themed parties to celebrate the release of the first installment of "The Hobbit." Journey around Pima County to different library branches, representing a variety of Middle Earth locations.Slip on some Hobbit feet, write your name in Elvish, try your hand at games, compete in riddle and trivia contests, and more merriment.All ages are welcome, although many activities will require the Elven dexterity possessed only by teens and adults. Costumes are welcome and encouraged.Make your way to the Wilmot Library, which is Goblintown!Where:Murphy Wilmot Library When:6-9pm Cost:FREE

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What:Story Time at Bookmans! Each week we will read a few cool stories while we enjoy some delicious snacks and juice. After the stories, we'll have a fun craft including things like coloring, decorating our own t-shirts, and making book marks! Come join the fun!  Where:Bookmans GrantWhen:10am-11am Cost:FREE 
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What:Story Time at Bookmans! Each week we will read a few cool stories while we enjoy some delicious snacks and juice. After the stories, we'll have a fun craft including things like coloring, decorating our own t-shirts, and making book marks! Where:Bookmans Speedway When:10am-11am Cost:FREE 
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What:Christmas in the Desert event! An affordable way to add a unique outdoor experience to your holiday- sit-back with friends, family, or cozy-up with a date for a wagon ride through our own winter wonderland. Santa will be here every night to take pictures with one of his newest additions to his family - a horse!When: 5:30-8:30pm every day through the 24th (no Santa on the 24th) Where: Pantano Stables 4450 S Houghton RoadCost: $6 and $5 for pics with Santa
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What:Elemental Artistry Fire Dancing! Come see amazing fire dancers and all their tricks! When:7pm Where:Sky Bar 536 N. 4th Avenue Cost:FREE to watch (drinks and food vary) ____________________________________
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  Where:Bookmans Ina Cost:FREE 
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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 metamorphisis 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 WayWhen: 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 
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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: 6:oopm 7:00 and 8:00 p.m.Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road Cost:FREE
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What: Scrooge: A Gaslight Musical Visit thegaslighttheatre.com for reservations or more information. When: 7 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday/6 and 8:30 pm/Friday and Saturday and 3 and 7 pm Sunday through January 6, 2013 Where: Gasalight Theatre 7010 E. Broadway Blvd. Cost:$17.95, $7.95 child age 12 and younger, $15.95 student, military and senior.