Tucson Happenings, Tucson Family Events Saturday, March 30, 2013

 EASTER EVENTS CLICK HERE- THERE ARE OVER 35 listed

What: Spring Shopping Social Please join us for our seasonal Shopping Social where you can shop from dozens of direct sale businesses and companies and help our local economy while having a great time!! This will be a family friendly event!  We will have a Children's Spring Fashion Show and the Easter Bunny will make an appearance with some treats.When:  Where:  Salon de eventos gem center 222 south free way Cost:  free to browse
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What: Wicked Back by "Popular" demand! Long before Dorothy drops in, two girls meet in the land of Oz. One - born with emerald green skin - is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. WICKED tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, and how these unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good. On Broadway and around the world, WICKED has worked its magic on critics and audiences alike. Winner of 35 major awards, including a Grammy and three Tony Awards, WICKED is “Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” and “the defining musical of the decade” (The New York Time When: 2pm and 8pm Where: TCC Music Hall Cost:varies for seats There is a lottery for $25 orchestra seats every night before the show.  All the info HERE on the facebook Page.
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What: Comic Book Bookmarks Each March we celebrate Arts & Crafts, and what better way to make a fun craft than with recycled materials? We'll be cutting our favorite pictures out of comic books and making them into fantastic bookmarks! It's easy, and we'll supply all the materials, you just supply a love of reading and crafting!When:11am-12noon  Where: Bookmans Grant Cost:FREE
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What: Charter and Private School Fair. The event includes charter and private schools from all over Tucson. This will be an opportunity to do some "One Stop Shopping", get your most pressing questions answered and have representatives from area schools on hand to go over curriculum one on one. Parents can speak directly with school officials while children shop and go to events in our kids room. Materials for take home inspection will be available. Let Bookmans take the pressure off of choosing the right educational environment for your child. The event is open to all ages and free.When: 12noon-3pm Where: Bookmans Speedway Cost:FREE
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What: We're creating something NEW, out of things that are OLD! And in doing so, We're having a Party! A Pintrest Party, that is. We are using creative inspiration today to create new projects from old books, magazines, and comic books. From 3-4 PM Join us and take inspiration from such materials, and create a fun, earth friendly craft When:3-4pm Where: Bookmans Ina Cost:FREE
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What: THE SOUND OF MUSIC~A Blue Alley Production Maria is a sweet young postulant whose love of freedom makes it obvious to her superiors that she is not suited for religious life. Thus, she is sent off to be the governess to Captain von Trapp's seven troublesome children. Unlike previous governess', Maria becomes friends with the children due to their mutual love of music. Soon, even the strict Captain begins to admire Maria. Eventually, the Captain and Maria fall in love and are married. Unfortunately, when the Nazis invade their homeland, Austria, the whole family is forced to flee over the alps to escape! When: 2pm and 7pm - Sunday too! Where:The Berger Performing Arts Center, ASDB 1200 W. Speedway Cost:$15 (group rates available)  Buy tickets here: www.bluealleyproductions.com

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What:MOCA Next/Playtime Adventures in Abstraction Fun for the whole family, all ages welcome! Be inspired by artist Peter Young’s paintings and explore a variety of ways to make “abstract” art. Playtime lets kids of all ages learn through play in an intergenerational, interactive environment.  Adults learn about art and art history, kids experience art as participants and practitioners and everyone has a great time at Playtime!When:10am Where: MOCA 265 South Church Avenue Cost:Youth 17 and under Free Members Free, Non-members $8
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What:Kids Gardening -learn how to grow your own tomato and take it home!For kids ages 4-10.When:Kids activity 10-11amWhere:Harlow Gardens 5620 E. Pima Street, Cost: FREE
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What:MoctoberFestArt, Flam Chen, the Missing Parts, Tucson Circus Arts instructor Katherine Celeste & Aerial Crew, aerial acts by Air Loom, Salvador Duran, Mamaxé, Planet Djembe, the Circus Electric -Tesla Coil stunts with Carl Nagual & Co., DJ Carl Hanni, magicians Kenny Stewart & Nate Anderson’s are the Brothers Macabre!, Richard Noel of Sticks n Fingers, dunking booth, a giant swing, Black Ginger, Tygel Pinto, the Bennu, DJ Joshua Pocolips, Orbital Evolution, Flight School, secret Burlesque Cabaret, STWTS DJ Matthew Cassidy, Open Fire Circle, and more TBA. More info and tickets HEREWhen:2pm-2AMWhere:Mercado San Agustin 100 S. Avenida del Convento Cost:$5 for an all-day pass. Re-entry is permitted.All ages, 21 & up w/ID, children 10 & under permitted until 10pm & free with paying adult

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What: Arizona Renaissance Fair- APACHE JUNCTION The crazy fun of Ren Fair is on for the last weekend this year! Jousting, turkey legs and the chance to buy armor....Huzzah! More information HERE or call 520-463-2700When:10am-5pm rain or shineWhere:12601 East Highway 60, Apache Junction  AZ Cost:Tickets online $21 adults $11 kids THIS WEEKEND Kids are free with a food donation at the gate...as many kids as you have food not per adult ticket ;)
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What:HATCHING CHICK Craft for kids  When10am-11:30am Where: Michaels' Check your location Cost:FREE

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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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WhatFREE CRAFTS at Teacher Parent Connection New crafts every Saturday! Bring kids of all ages for FREE FUN!When:9am until 6pmWhere:Teacher Parent ConnectionPantano Broadway- South of Broadway on East-side of Pantano Cost:FREE
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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: 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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