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Saturday, March 2, 2013

Tucson Happenings Tucson Family Events Sunday 3/3/13


What: Ladysmith Black Mambazo In 2013, Ladysmith Black Mambazo – led by founder and leader Joseph Shabalala – celebrates over fifty years of joyous and uplifting music that marries the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African musical traditions to the sounds and sentiments of Christian gospel music. Their musical efforts over the past five decades have garnered praise and accolades within the recording industry, but also solidified their identity as a cultural force to be reckoned with. When:7:30pm Where: Fox Theatre 17 W. Congress Cost: $22-$52 
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What:Picture This! Art for Families Picture This! Art for Families: Be inspired by the works in Feminina: Images of the Feminine from Latin America. Then, create your own work of art in the Education Center responding to what you saw on view. Picture This! is made possible by the David and Lura Lovell Foundation for children 6 – 12 years and their adult companions. When:1pmWhere:Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Avenue Cost:FREE
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What:Live Butterfly Release! Join Integrative Touch for Kids> Mildred and Dildred with family and friends at La Encantada for a playful afternoon with a  children's music, arts and crafts and a live butterfly release-a symbol of our wishes and dreams- let them take flight.When:2-4pmWhere:La Encantada 2905 E. Skyline Drive Cost:FREE
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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 Cost:FREE
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What:The Brave Little Tailor It was a normal day for the tailor: get up, eat breakfast, brush teeth, and go to work. All was going well until he got to work. The town began to shake and around the corner the tailor saw a GIANT! Come help the Brave Little Tailor save his town from the Giant in this thrilling original musical.When:1pmWhere:Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway Blvd. Cost:$7-$10
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What:Pokemon Meet-up 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:Fords on Fourth There will be Fords of all types on the Avenue with the bagpipe group, “Tucson and District Pipeband” and the Catalina High School Color Guard marching and performing on 4th Avenue. The fabulous 4th Avenue District offers many restaurants and shops for fun dining and shopping, with all of the beautiful Fords providing a colorful pallet on the street.Come and celebrate the season in one of Tucson’s most beautiful locations.When:9am-3pm
Where:Fourth Avenue between University Boulevard and Sixth Street 316 N. Fourth Ave 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: 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: 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: 1pm AND 6:30pm Saturday and Sunday too! where: Tucson music Hall Cost:Get tickets here $29-$69
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What:Arizona Renaissance Festival When: Feb9-March 31 Saturday and Sunday Where:12601 E. Highway 60- Apache Junction AZ Special this weekend- Kids get in free coupon HERE too!
  • 2,000 brightly costumed actors, dancers, and musicians who roam the medieval replica village. 
  • Over 200 elaborately adorned shops offering an array of traditional goods. 
  • A selection of over 150 shows every event day. 
  • Adult tickets are $22 / Kids 5-12 are $12 and kids 5 and under are FREE
  • To purchase tickets at a $3 discount go HERE 


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