Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in tucson, AZ

Piggy Banks and More

by Kara B

February 16, 2009

Children are fascinated with money from the time they can pick it up and put it in their mouths.  However, it has very little meaning to them.  In our society they may not even realize that cash has value since we are a debit and credit nation.  I'm sure my boys have seen me use a debit card at the store far more times than I've used cash.  

Weekend Round-up: February 13-15

by Kara B

February 13, 2009

Here are the highlights for the weekend.

Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, Tucson Arena and Exhibit Halls, 10am-6pm, $9 Fee, All Ages The Show is open to the public and presents retail Dealers only. Proceeds from the Show remain in the Tucson economy and are used to support mineral knowledge and appreciation. Children 14 years and under are free with a paying adult. Saturday, February 14, 2009 is "Military Appreciation Day" and all active and retired military and their dependents with military ID are admitted free of charge.

Festival of Friendship: MLK Day

by Kara

January 19, 2009

Tucson Children's Museum is making history accessible to the younger generations. Today they will be hosting another festival from 1pm-4pm. Live music and dance will be performed. The Barbea Williams Performing Company will perform two family-friendly interactive dance, music, and theater sessions. The festival is included in the regular admission price. Kids will have a chance to make a  Read more...

Catching Their Reflections

by Kara

January 13, 2009

After our children start to notice their familiar family members they begin to notice themselves. I have always loved those moments when they child I am holding as we walk by the bathroom mirror realizes that the mommy in the mirror holding that baby is us. Awwww . Today's Tuesday List is the best places for them to catch a glimpse of themselves. 1.) Start at home. The bathroom mirror  Read more...

Tucson Children's Museum Festival of Friendship

by Kara

January 08, 2009

The holidays have all blown by, most kids are back at school, and all the leftovers are eaten. So what to do besides twiddle your thumbs? Well there is one more "holiday" to celebrate. The Tucson Children's Museum is ringing in the Japanese New Year with crafts, workshops, and a festival. For the rest of the week your child can create a 3-D good luck kitty in the arts and crafts section  Read more...

Holiday Parties and Fun

by Kara

December 09, 2008

Last week I helped you find Santa and Christmas Lights. This week's list is for holiday themed events for kids. Santa may or may not be in attendance. Holiday Party at Borders TONIGHT, December 9th at 6pm. Fun for the whole family. Holiday Express at the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum brings you Santa and his wife on a Harley. There will be photo ops with Santa and the  Read more...

Beyond the Library Story time

by Kara

November 11, 2008

It's Tuesday List Day around here at Being Savvy Local. The theme is best local story times. But since I've written in the recent past about some great story time places here in Pima County, I thought I'd give you some options that are off the beaten path. W.A.L.K. Events - Join your favorite book character every first Saturday of each month, 10:30am at your official UA BookStores  Read more...

Top Five Things to do in Tucson on a Rainy Day

by Kara

September 26, 2008

In Tucson, "When it rains, it pours" rings especially true. Very rarely is a rain shower, just a shower. The monsoons come fast and furious and then flood many of our poorly draining streets. So if it is a monsoon what do you do? STAY home! If you are experiencing the occasional light rain, or the playgrounds are soaked after a hard rain, you can check out our favorite places to visit. It  Read more...

Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My! Discovering the Wilderness of the Urban Jungle

by Kara

September 20, 2008

In our household, we are animal lovers through and through. One of the first places we look for when we move to a new city , or just visiting one, is the zoo. We were delighted to find several offerings in Tucson . Reid Park Zoo -- Nestled in the Reid Park grounds, this zoo is the perfect size for toddlers and preschoolers. It takes us about 1-1/2 - 2 hours to see  Read more...