Tucson Happenings Tucson Family Events Saturday 3/2/13

What:Sunshine Mile Festival You are invited to celebrate the relaunching of The Sunshine Mile, offering locally-owned businesses, friendly neighborhoods and important Modernist architecture. Demion Clinco of Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation and Steve Kozachik, Ward 6 Councilman will unveil The Sunshine Mile mural as the kick-off. Businesses are offering specials and demos. The public is invited to join in the festivities. We hope to see you join the community of Tucson’s past, present & future! Scavenger Hunt When:12-5pm  Where:Broadway Boulevard between Campbell and Country Club, Tucson, Arizona Cost:FREE
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What: Sam Hughes Elementary Chuckwagon Round-Up Celebrating its 76th anniversary, this event features a silent auction, old-fashioned carnival games, a maze, an obstacle course, a jumping castle and food, including birria plates, nachos, hot dogs, hamburgers and salads When: Sat., March 2, 2013 2-6pm Where:Sam Hughes Elementary School 700 N Wilson Ave Cost: Free; food from $3 to $6.  

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What:Shakespeare CompetitionHigh school sutdents from southern Arizona will compete by delivering monologues from Shakespeare's plays. The winner will receive a trip to New York for the National Competition; the winner there will get a three-week study tour in England When:9:30-1:30 Where:Marroney Theatre On the U of A campus, just south of Speedway, east of ParkCost: FREE
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What:Science SaturdayJoin us for Science Saturday! Each month we will focus on a different scientific topic for fun activities and presenters.The Sky Tonight/ Planetarium Show presented by Starlight Planetarium. Join us for this exciting indoor planetarium show. When:11am Where: Murphy Wilmot Library Cost:FREE
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What:Dr. Seuss Read Across America Storytime Join us as we take part in Read Across America with some of our favorite Dr Seuss books, including an interactive NOOK book.When:Saturday March 02, 2013 11:00 AM Where: Westside Barnes and Noble Foothills Mall, 7325 N. LaCholla Blvd Cost:FREE
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 What:McDonalds Reading Event-  the first 100 kids will get abook! When:11am-12noon Where:2130 W. River RoadMcDonald'sCost: FREE

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What:Arizona Animal Fair.  For more info go HERE.  All kinds of entertainment including K-9 presentations which we will love as German Shepherd owners.  For the full line-up of activities and entertainment go HERE.
When:10am-4pmWhere:Reid Park at the dog training area.Cost:FREE
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 What: Raza Rider Bike Show  Trophies in many categories plus face painting dancing performances and more! When:11am-4pm  Where: American Legion Post 7 - 330 W. Franklin Street Cost:FREE
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What:The Children's Place Easter Bunny Visit- Free pics with your own camera with the Easter Bunny- Peeps for everyone while supplies last and 20% off just mention you saw it on Arizona Families or show them this post. When:12noon-4pmWhere:The Children's Place at Tucson Mall and Park Place Mall Check your location Cost:FREE to attend 
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What:Family Bookworm Club Storytime At each meeting, young visitors will enjoy books read aloud in the Children’s Discovery Garden (or an indoor location in case of inclement weather) as well as a related hands-on activity or craft. Becoming an official Book Worm is easy — just join us at a meeting and you’re in. Fun for the whole family. When:10-11am Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way Cost:Free with Gardens Admission.
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What: Build Your Own Container Garden Presented by Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Build a self-watering container garden in this hands-on workshop. Space is limited for this free program. Tickets will be available at the information desk at 12:30 pm.When:1-2pm Where:Woods Memorial Library  Cost:FREE
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What: BICAS Crafternoons- Using bicycle parts and an old photographic process, make really cool images you develop in the sun! When:12-3pm Where: Bicas Underground Art 44 West 6th Street Cost: $15
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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: Sabino Junior Ranger Program-Kids ages K-6th grade can participate in tomorrow's activity and every Saturday through March.  Presentations and activities include desert survival, local flora and fauna plus all the beauty of Sabino Canyon. When: Two times each Saturday 10am and 2pm Where: Sabino Canyon Visitor Center 5700 N. Sabino Canyon RoadCost:$5 for Park entrance fee or $20 for yearly pass
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What: Mr. Nature's Music Garden It's a PARTY - Mr. Nature style !! Mr. Nature is back at Bookmans Speedway for a FABULOUS FESTIVAL OF FUN. The 1st Saturday of each month 10:00A.M. to 11:00P.M. is musical fun for all ages and, as always.... IT IS FREE.When:10-11am Where: Bookmans Speedway Cost:FREE
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What:Recycling Fun at Pinterest Party What do Pinterest, recycled books and bottles and Bookmans Speedway have in common? A PARTY! From noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, Bookmans Speedway hosts a recycled materials Pinterest Party. Join us for a bottle decoupage craft using recycled items, the results are amazing and the steps are easy. The event is all-ages and free When:12-1pm Where: Bookmans Speedway Cost:FREE
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What:Musical World Tour! - Just for Kids Join us for a musical journey around the globe discovering music from countries far and wide. Along the way, you’ll get to hear new languages and try out traditional dances. Then, return to the United States to help the brass quintet in its quest to discover its own voice in American music. Don't miss the tour!When:10:30am Where: Sahuarita Town Hall Cost:FREE
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What: Pecos Bill, a West Side Story - Just for Kids Follow Pecos Bill as he meets famous western characters and not-so-famous critters in the land of the Wild, Wild West Side. Dance along to music from Bernstein's “West Side Story” and sing along to a Mexican children’s song. Come dressed as a cowboy or cowgirl for this wild ride! When:10am Where:Oro Valley Town Hall Cost:FREE
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What: TSO for Kids! Mak and Millie - of Tibet, where things are rather chilly, lives a Yak named Mack, and a Dri named Millie. (In case you're not up on yak etymology, Mack's a he, and Millie's a she.) Join the intrepid pair as they encounter the dreadful Yeti. Will he turn them into Yak spaghetti? Find out in a Musical Adventure by TSO violinist Michael Fan.More info. HERE When: 2 performances 10am and 11:15am  Where: Tucson Symphony Center, 2175 N. Sixth Ave Cost: FREE
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What: Lego Club-Do you Lego? Kids of all ages are invited to join. Children under 6 please have an adult come with you. The library will supply the Legos When 10-11:30am Where: Kirk-Bear Canyon Library Cost: FREE
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What:Elephant & Piggie are always learning something new—you can, too! Elephant & Piggie will be visiting UA BookStores to share a story and make some crafts!  Join your favorite book character every first Saturday of each month at your official UA BookStores (SUMC), for an hour of storytelling and activitiesBecome a W.A.L.K. member to receive early reminders about upcoming programs & 20% Discount on General Reading Books! Yes, even all children's books...Where:UOFA Bookstore When:10:30 am and 2pm Cost: FREE
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What: Home Depot Kids Workshop-Build a Race Car Stickers are available to decorate the car.Kids also get free goggles and kids apron!For children 5-12 years old.  Go her for more info. When:9am-12noon Where:Home Depot locations Cost:FREE

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What:Craftapalooza  We’re starting our month’s crafts off by making Spring Ladybug Bucket Crafts. Decorate these plastic buckets with a fun spring look! Brightly colored ladybugs and green grass make them the perfect craft project for spring. Once decorated, we will fill the buckets with treats to enjoy! When:1-2pm Where: Bookmans Ina Cost:FREE
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What:Plastic Model Building Workshop Join us at the Pima Air & Space Museum to build and paint a Pegusu Hobbies airplane from their Military Museum Collection with the expert help of the Sonoran Desert Model Builders .  we will be building and painting the model as well as exploring the museum and learning about the history of our aircraft. Registration starts at 9:00am and lunch is included in the price.When:10am-3pm Where: Pima Air and Space  Cost:Members $11.00Non-Members $15.00Contact Mina Stafford at mstafford@pimaair.org or 618-4819 for registration.  Pre registration is recommended.
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What: Pima Air and Space Museum Make and Take model airplane-for children 5 years and older and their adult companions, this program is designed to introduce students to the hobby of model building and the math and historical research used to build accurate scale models. Each student builds a snap tight airplane they can take home and has a chance to view models made by expert model builders. More info. HERE When: 1-2:30pm Where:Pima Air and Space Museum Cost: FREE with admission costs
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What:Awesome Air Stomp Rockets Come join us for a presentation, demonstration, and a FUN stomp rocket activity. Learn about air pollution; how it affects us and how we can keep our air clean. Make your very own stomp rockets and use the power of air to launch rockets! Registration is required. Registration begins on February 16. Sign up in the library or call 520-594-5200.When:2-3pm Where: Wheeler Taft Library Cost:FREE
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What: Puppet Cabaret with Puppets Amongus! Puppets Amongus is pleased to host this evening of contemporary, short-form puppet theater for adult audiences. "Puppet Cabaret" is a variety show featuring experimental acts by a selection of Tucson's most fabulous performers and puppeteers. When:Sat. @ 7:30pmWhere: 657 W. Saint Marys Rd Cost:$10, $8 for students and seniors
Cash and check only, please. Tickets are sold at the door and are first come, first serve. Doors open at 7pm.
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What:First Book, Tucson Bookfair First Book, Tucson will be raising money in the store today with a bookfair!Storytimes and costume chaacters will be hapening in the store. When: Saturday March 02, 2013 10:00 AMWhere: Barnes and Noble 5130 E. Broadway Cost: Free to browse and attendFirst Book has distributed more than 100 million books and educational resources to children's programs for low-income families across the country and is transforming the lives of children in need by elevating the quality of education and making new, high-quality books available to low income areas.

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What: Dillard's Sale Extra 40% off already reduced items When: All day 3/2/13 Where: Dillard's Locations

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WhatFREE CRAFTS at Teacher Parent Connection New crafts every Saturday! Bring kids of all ages for FREE FUN!MARCH! Leprechauns, shamrocks, and more!  3 day SALE on GREEN paint. 50% off gallons and 16 oz bottles of GREEN PAINT! (while supplies last)
When:9am until 6pmWhere:Teacher Parent ConnectionPantano Broadway- South of Broadway on East-side of Pantano Cost:FREE ______________________
What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town  When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Cost:Update- charge is a "wooden nickel" which will cost you $2 :)
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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:Magic Attic In this show you will take a journy through the attic that michael howell had growing up... Hear his story told by his mom and a talking tedy bear? thats right.. michaels tedy from his childhood might come to life:) Does this attic have real magic? Come find out.Singing by Erin jean,comedy,video,lighing, fx,dancing and much much more... this is a show that will be going on tour and we will be creating a tv show,books and much more based on this concept... buy your ticket before they sell out!!When: 7pm Where: Berger perfomring Arts Center Cost: $10 Get tickets HERE

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What: Memphis!Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards® including Best Musical TURN UP THAT DIAL...From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, MEMPHIS is about a radio DJ who wants to change the world and a club singer who is ready for her big break Date night! * language and themes may not be appropriate for young children When: 2pm AND 8pm Saturday and Sunday too! where: Tucson music Hall Cost:Get tickets HERE $29-$69
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What:Mystic Creatures of the Fairy Lights Adventure Magic and monsters await you in Tucson's only land of fantasy. After twilight take a stroll under the Fairy Lights and explore the winding paths, magic statues and enchanted gardens of Valley of the Moon. And come early to see Mystic Twistic: The Analog Alchemist, who in a digital world teaches children and adults to create fun things in the real world, using new and recylcled materials. If there is a creature in your dreams...make it! Be it! Enjoy it!! Join Mystic Twistic at 7:30PM for a chance to win your own Mystic creature by playing "Let's Make a Deal" Bring your unwanted household craft supplies (pipe cleaners, glitter, etc.) and win your very own Creature. Or you can buy a magic creature made just for you! facebook.com/mystic.twistic  For more information call 520-323-1331, or visit www.valleymoon.info

When:March 2 from 6:30PM till 8:30PM.  Where:Valley of the Moon, located at 2544 East Allen Road Cost:FREE - donations accepted

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What: Dance with Games, Strings and Rythyms - A Black History Month Celebration The tale of survivors of voyages across the Atlantic and their cultural dances and more!  Workshops before each show When: 6:30 and 7:30pm Saturday too! Where: Dunbar Cultural Center 325 W. Second Street Cost: $10 in advance $12 at the door Children 12 and under $5 advanced $7 at the door call 628-7785