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

Weekend Round-up 3/13 - 3/15

by Kara B

March 12, 2009

Another big weekend here in Tucson.  The one event I am most excited about is the Tucson Festival of Books.  Check their website for all the wonderful info on the 300 authors, 200 exhibitors and 15 stage areas.  You will find the listing of character appearances here.  The Festival runs on both Saturday and Sunday.  If you can get your hands on a February issue of Bear Essential News for Kids, there is a little quiz to fill out for kids to receive a free book.  

Here are some more activities:  

If you have access to Davis Monthan AFB check out the DM-50 picnic for free food and activities.  Festivities will be held at Bama Park Saturday from 11am - 4pm.  

Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Festival - Saturday and Sunday at Pima Community College Northwest Campus.  Art exhibits, live music, many cultural food experiences, kid's activities and the largest inflatable play land.  Free Admission  

St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival - The festival will be at Armory Park on Sunday starting at 10am.  Check the website for the parade route beginning at 11am. Free Admission  

For moms, head over to the Just Between Friends spring sale to find everything you need for infants to teens.  Be sure to bring your own tote or laundry basket since there will not be shopping carts.  

For couples take in a classic movie at the Fox Theater.  Rocky Horror Picture Show is showing on Friday at 8pm.

Looking ahead, if you have a Thoms the Train enthusiast, get your tickets now for Thomas and Friends Live on stage coming to town on March 17th at 7pm.    

Have a great weekend!

Weekend Round-up 3/6-3/8

by Kara B

March 05, 2009

A Jungle Safari at Cottonwood Elementary - Friday 4-7pm. $5 all games and one small inflatable, $10 all games and all large inflatables.  Besides games and inflatables they will also have a silent auction, prizes, entertainment, dunk tank, pony rides, and food (for additional purchase.)

Weekend Round-Up 2/27 - 3/1

by Kara B

February 26, 2009

The weather has really warmed up around here.  It is perfect for heading to the parks or going to one of the year round pools.  This next month is the best time to go to the Zoo or the Desert Museum before it gets too warm.   If you are looking for something special to do this weekend, here are my picks:  

Irish Storytelling & Live Music - The St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival folks are bringing Irish Story Telling and Celtic music to Old Town's Courtyard. A $5 donation will help this year's parade activities. Full bar & food available. Saturday 5-7pm Old Town Artisans
201 N. Court Ave.
Tucson, Arizona  85701

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.

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...