What: Chinese New Year's Festival Celebrating a tradition thousands of years old, the largest Chinese New Year’s festival in Arizona is back again in Centennial Hall. Directed by Dr. Larry Lang, this extravaganza features performers from the Shaolin Martial Arts master Junming Zhao, Chinese stunt performer Zhigang Chen and classical violist Hongmei Xiao. Also showcasing their talents are local performers from Sonoran Sound Quartet, Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus, Chinese dancer Lucy Chen and Tucson Sino Dance. The festival highlights a Grand Chorus of local singing groups this fusion of East and West brings together a spectacular performance that can’t be missed!When:2pm Where:1020 E. University Blvd. · Cost: $12-$18
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What:Celebrate Chinese New Year with Puppets Amongus! This is the glistening story of how silk was discovered by a Chinese empress, when a cocoon fell in her cup of tea. With dragons and mystics, "The Silken Thread" is an adventure into the enchanted land of legend. Afterwards, watch the puppets present a short slideshow, featuring Puppets Amongus' recent trip to the Silk Road in Kazakhstan. Also, take part in a kids' dragon-making craft! When:Sat. Feb 2nd and Sun. Feb. 3rd at 4pm Where: 657 W. Saint Marys Rd Cost: $6 for kids ages 3-12 (2 and under are free) and $8 for adults. Cash and check only please. Tickets are sold first come, first serve. Doors open at 3:30
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What: Tohono O'odham National Rodeo and Fair- O'odham Wapkial Ha:Tas, including a rodeo, carnival, waila dances, traditional games, food and craft booths, traditional performances and entertainment daily A parade on Saturday at 9am for more info. call (520) 383-0211 When: 1/31, 2/1, 2/ and 2/3! Parade 2/2 at 9amWhere: Eugene P. Tashquinth Livestock Complex SELLS Cost: FREE
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What: La Encantada Fine Art Festival 45 Fine Art exhibitors and performances- There looks like some very kid-friendly performances as well. Check out the schedule HERE. When:10am-5pm and Sunday too 11am-4pm Where: La Encantada at the corner of Skyline and Campbell Cost:FREE_________________________________________________
What:Dungeons & Dragons Teen 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! Ages 10-18.When:1-3pm Where: Murphy Wilmot Library Cost:FREE
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What: Craft Together, Laugh Together: A Workshop for Families Explore creative story telling by making your own artist books. These hand made books will include accordion, popup and simple book forms using drawing, painting and collage.This is a six-week workshop presented by the Drawing Studio. For ages 9-12 with an adult.When:1-3pm Where: Mission Library Cost:FREE
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What:Pokemon at Bookmans Bring 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
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What:Picture This! Art for Families Enjoy the Desert Grasslands exhibition and get inspired to create your own work of art. Local artist Kate Hodges will share information about the outdoor art education programs offered at The Land With No Name Sanctuary For Homeless Sculpture located in the high desert grasslands in the Sierrita mountains southwest of Tucson. Then, Tohono O’Odham artist Thomasa Rivas will demonstrate native basket weaving and help students create their own woven sample using local desert grasses. Hodges will then work with students to create a mandala tapestry using the woven samples and other mixed media for children 6 – 12 years and their adult companions. When:1pm Where:Tucson Museum of Art Cost:FREE Musuem Admission is FREE today too!
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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: 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:A wooden nickel which = $2 per person
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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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