Tucson Happenings Tucson Family Events Sunday 1/13/13

What: Winter Soundfest Car/Truck Show and Sound OFF  There will be a live DJ playing music for your entertainment as well. Also, when you get hungry, go inside and order up one of Hot Rods great burgers and a hot chocolate.MECA 3x points event Show-N-Shine  8 classes- Domestic Mild, Domestic Wild, Import Mild, Import Wild, Truck Mild, Truck Wild, SUV/Van, VintagePark and Pound MECA Kids When: 8am-5pm Where: Hotrods Old Vail 10500 E Old Vail Road, Tucson Cost: FREE to check out
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What:In our newest production, "Sleepwalker," a curious girl journeys through her own dream-scape to discover an unlikely connection to the past. This beautiful and charming story is told through shadow puppetry, toy theater and song. Musical accompaniment by Jimmy Carr. When:Two Show Times! Sat. Jan. 12th & Sun. Jan 13th 4pm Where:The Puppets Amongus Playhouse, 657 W. St. Mary's Rd.Cost: $6 for Kids ages 3-12 (2 and under are free)$8 for Adults $2 OFF IF YOU WALK OR BIKE!Cash and check only please. Tickets are first come, first serve. The lobby opens at 3:30.For more info, call (520)444-5538 or visit:www.puppetsamongus.com 
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What:Educator Appreciation Days Kickoff January Educator Appreciation Days begin today and run through January 20. K-12 educators receive 25% off classroom and personal purchases and 10% off music and DVDs, in-store and online. When Saturday January 12, 2013 9:00 AM Where: Barnes and Noble (check your location) Cost:FREE to browse
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What:Tucson Food Truck Roundup including Smokin' HOT BBQ, Foodie Fleet, Peddler on the Path, MaFooco, Jackie's Food Court, Pin UP Pastries, Jamie's Bitchen Kitchen, Hellfire Pizza Co., Rolling Chef, Kadooks!, Chef's Kitchen and more!The American Bouldering Series 14 Youth Division 2 Championships will occur on January 12th & 13th, 2013 across the Nation in only 5 facilities.When: 11am-5pm Sunday too!  Where: Tanque Verde and Cataline Highway Cost:FREE to check out
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What:Zoppe Family Circus Zoppé Family Circus welcomes guests into the intimate 600 seat tent for a one-ring circus that honors the best history of the Old-World Italian tradition. When:7pm  Saturday 1pm 4pm 7pm  and Sunday  1pm and 4pm  too! Where:Reid Park Zoo Cost:$12.50 + Get tickets HERE and user code BIGTOP to get discounted tickets for $12.50 Kids 2 and under are 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:Cirque D'or at Fox Over 30 acrobats and performers from around the world, a new generation of Cirque shows is coming to Tucson. The electrifying and mesmerizing Cirque D'Or is one of the most spellbinding shows you will ever see. It has fast become one of the hottest tickets in show biz history with sold out shows and standing ovations worldwide.Featuring a cast of world champion acrobats, contortionists, and aerial artists from around the world, this award winning spectacle will leave you breathless. This action packed presentation delivers incredible talent beyond your wildest imagination. Cirque D'Or is perfect for the entire family. This amazing show brings you beautiful costumes, dynamic sound and lighting, and the world's greatest talentassembled on one stage. When:Jan 11 & 12 at 7:30pm and Jan 13 at 3pmWhere: Tucson Fox Theatre 17 W. CongressCost:$28, $38, $53 also available $106 per couple loge seating Buy tickets here: www.foxtucson.com
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What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town  When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings  FRIDAY, September 7, 2012Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Cost:FREE- donations accepted
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What: The Lone Stranger Wearing a mask to protect his identity, The Lone Stranger fights to bring justice to the lawless frontier. Astride his white stallion, Thunder, he strikes terror into the hearts of the gunslingers of the Old West. Join him and his friend Tonka, as they come to the aid of those in need as the Gaslight Theatre Gallops into the sunset with The Lone Stranger!When: Check showtimes HERE  January 10 – March 31, 2012Where: Gaslight Theatre Broadway Blvd. Cost: Varies

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What: Pokemon Meet-upBring your Nintendo DS and a copy of either Pokemon White, White 2, Black or Black 2 and challenge other Pokemon Trainers to matches, make trades or even just talk all things Pokemon! This event is schedule from 2PM-4PM but players are welcome to hang out and play Pokemon in our store 'til their heart's content! When: 2-4pm Where: Bookmans Grant Cost:FREE 
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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