Tucson Happenings Sunday, December 16

What:Fiesta de Gaudalupe at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun.Mariachi, Folklorico, Yaqui deer dancing, posadas procession and piñatas every hour! There is usually Indian fry bread and burritos for sale too!My family has attended for years- it is truly one of my favorite places and we did our family pics here in the summer.  The Gallery is always free to visit!A great day to stroll through the legendary gallery and see a current exhibit.Where:DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun 6300 N. Swan RoadWhen:10am-4pm Cost:FREE
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What:Recital Rhythm Industry Performance Factory is hosting a recital of the talented Tucson Circus Arts and Odaiko Sonora kids. The performance is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser and is open to all. When: 7:30 PM Where: Rhythm Industry Performance Factory, 1013 S. Tyndall, Cost:suggested $5 to $10 donation to support the arts! www.tinyurl.com/whereisRIPF
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What: The Tucson Girls Chorus Sounds of Winter Concert When: 3:30pm Where: Crowder Hall 1017 E. Olive Road Cost: $15 GA Children 12 and under are FREE Tickets available at the window beginning at 2:30pm
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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:1pm Where: The Screening Room 127 E. Congress Cost: $5
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What:You Know You're From Tucson If...Join us on Sunday, Dec.16 2012 from 9am-7pm at Reid Park Ramadas 18 & 19 to help! Cash, canned goods, new & gently used clothing & toys. 100% of all proceeds go directly to TUCSON charities & families!When:9am-7pm Where: Reid Park Ramadas 18 adn19 Cost: FREE
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What: HOPE OF CHRISTMAS ... Come have Hope in times of Sorrow... dessert will follow after performance and pastors will be available to talk if you have questions. When: 5pm Where: Christ Community Church 7801 E. Kenyon Drive Cost: tickets at the door $5 adults and $3 child
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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: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: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: 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: Gloria, A Christmas Concert presented by Catalina Foothills Chorale, Orchestra and Solist. When: 2pm Where:
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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.

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What: Nutcracker Performance- Presented by Arizona Dance Theatre More info at www.creativedancearts.com or call 887-5658 When: 2pm - on Sunday too! Where: Pima Community West Campus- 2202 W. Anklam Road Cost:
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What: The Winterhaven Festival of Lights celebrates the holiday season in Tucson and is visited by hundreds of thousands of people from all over southern Arizona. Moreover, the Festival is one the most important events for the Community Food Bank in Tucson.When:Walk Thru nights: 15th, 16th, 17th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th.Drive Thru Nights: 18th, 28th, 29th.All nights start around 6 p.m. and end promptly at 10 p.m Drive Thru Nighs are VERY thick with traffic, please keep that in mind when you visit. 
Where:Winterhaven neighborhood Ft. Lowell andCountry Club- Prince and Tucson Blvd. Cost:FREE- please think of donating to the Community Food Bank
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What: It's a Wonderful Life- Live Radio Play Inspired by the classic American film starring Jimmy Stewart, performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast, being presented in front of a live studio audience. Five actors perform the dozens of characters you know and love from the film, as well as produce all of the sound effects! When:Sunday at 3pm Where: Live Theatre Workshop5317 E Speedway Blv Cost : $12-$18 discounts available 
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What: A Puppet Show & Holiday Fiesta!Enjoy the holiday season with Puppets Amongus, and our re-telling of this classic tale- with Jimmy Carr, live on acordion! The Gingerbread Man meets lots of critters on his adventures through the Sonoran Desert- and many ridiculous antics ensue!Stick around after the show for delicious treats, a holiday sing-a-long and yuletide crafts. Also enjoy the fine and folksy sounds of the Snatwell Family Four!When: 4pm Sunday too Where:657 W St Marys Rd Cost: $6 for Kids ages 3-12(2 and under are free) $8 for Adults

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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 too! Cost:FREE
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What:12 Days of Christmas~  These wonderful free events are back!  Last year we had such a good time with the musical performances (steel band was our fav) the food is great too! Tonight's theme is & Swans -a-swimming there is a free performance and a edible treat When:6-7pmWhere:Loews Ventana Resort Drive in the Cascade LungeCost:FREE (you do not have to be a guest)
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What:A Very Hairy Christmas Storytime  well-known author Susan Lowell will be in our store to read and sign copies of A Very Hairy Christmas.When: 12:30-2pmWhere:Mostly Books 6208 E, Speedway Cost:FREE
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What:Super Sunday at the Tanque Verde Swap Meet  Holiday Giveaways every hour * Food Trucks* Roving Beer Carts* Outdoor Stage Entertainment* Free Face Painting & Balloon Hats* Vintage & Collectables* Arts and Crafts* Farmer's Market Offerings* $1 Carnival rides (1st ride for kids is FREE)* Garage Sellers Galore* Ample Parking* Paved Walkways, Clean Facilities & Stroller RentalsWhen:11am-3pm Where:4100 South Palo VerdeCost:Free to browse
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What:Delia and the Mud People Delia thought she was a normal little girl until she discovered a Golden Butterfly that told her she must rescue her grandmother from a dragon. The whole audience is part of the story as Delia travels to the ancient pyramids of Mexico and learns that bravery and kindness are the most powerful magic of all.When:1pm Where:All Together Theatre at Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway Cost:$5-$8 discounts are available
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