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			1 El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo El Tambo Old Pueblo Walking Tours Old Pueblo Walking Tours April 30, 2013 11:00 am – May 4, 2013 12:45 pm Congress Street Tucson’s Historic Street of Commerce Discover why Tucson is the city it is today. Take a walk on Congress Street and explore downtown history, architectural traditions, personalities, and political decisions… CreateIT Exhibit CreateIT Exhibit May 1, 2013 9:00 am - 8:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library An exhibit highlighting the creations of CreateIT students from across Tucson will be displayed. CreateIT provides media and technology classes, as well as mentoring opportunities with local experts for youth to… Artwork of Troy Boswell – painting Artwork of Troy Boswell – painting May 1, 2013 9:00 am - 8:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Artist Statement: Art, to me, is a one way road of expression, enjoyment, and evolution. I have no “best” work, and never will. I may be content with a work and… Puzzle Exchange Puzzle Exchange May 1, 2013 9:00 am - 8:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Got Puzzles??? Check out the Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange at the Main Library. Bring puzzles to trade for puzzles from the display. Parking is free on Saturdays, Sundays, evenings, or less… Live Guitar, Tango Class, Milonga Live Guitar, Tango Class, Milonga May 1, 2013 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm At Casa Vicente Live Guitar 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM; Tango Class 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM; Milonga 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. More information here. Black Mountain Black Mountain May 1, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Young Hunter (7PM, 18+, $12) Black Mountain is without a doubt one of the most innovative, interesting and most revered bands to live in the indie rock underground over the… Miss Lana Rebel Miss Lana Rebel May 1, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans The Portland Mercury wrote that Miss Lana Rebel is “the badass matriarch of local dustbowl country.” It’s an appreciative nod to a songwriter whose presence can cut through the din… Machine Gun Kelly Machine Gun Kelly May 1, 2013 8:00 pm At Rialto Theatre There’s nothing like someone who has lived your story and Ohio’s MC MGK resilience has become a beacon of hope for thousands of kids across America. Penning rhymes about everything… Dead Day Eve w/Mastamonk Dead Day Eve w/Mastamonk May 1, 2013 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm At Playground Mastamonk makes his Playground debut this Wednesday for our Dead Day Eve party! Great drink specials all night. REWIND w/ DJ Alias will be back next week. Deets at Playground’s Facebook page… DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT May 1, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans I’ve been a professional ’on call’ DJ since 2007, but been a bedroom DJ and house party DJ since ’98. The equipment that I use right now consists of Denon…	2 DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT DJ E_RUPT Old Pueblo Walking Tours Old Pueblo Walking Tours April 30, 2013 11:00 am – May 4, 2013 12:45 pm Congress Street Tucson’s Historic Street of Commerce Discover why Tucson is the city it is today. Take a walk on Congress Street and explore downtown history, architectural traditions, personalities, and political decisions… Individual Job Counseling Individual Job Counseling May 2, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Career Services Unlimited counselor will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including resume writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment… Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 2, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, &… Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market May 2, 2013 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm At Mercado San Agustin Shop Local and Support the Community Food Bank! Find fresh, sustainably grown foods while supporting local farmers and producers. The market offers Arizona fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, eggs, honey, free-range meat,… Classical Guitar Classical Guitar May 2, 2013 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm At Casa Vicente More information here. “A Night in the Courtyard” “A Night in the Courtyard” May 2, 2013 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm At YWCA Frances McClelland Leadership Center YWCA Tucson and Iskashitaa Refugee Network present: A Night in the Courtyard Featuring Armenian-Syrian Violinist Tamara Khachatryan YWCA Tucson, and Iskashitaa Refugee Network are pleased and honored to present A Night in… William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 2, 2013 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… 8 Minutes To Burn: Electric Lion DJ Remix Contest 8 Minutes To Burn: Electric Lion DJ Remix Contest May 2, 2013 8:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Zero Zero, ($5, 21+, 7PM) The International Electric Li-Ion Remix Contest is open to DJs from all over the world, who will be given 16 recorded tracks from the 8… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 2, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca May 2, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Forged in the lab. Deschtuco was an experiment gone awry. What was meant to be a cure for the common cold became an insane 4 piece rock band that will…	3 Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Deschtuco w/La Cerca Old Pueblo Walking Tours Old Pueblo Walking Tours April 30, 2013 11:00 am – May 4, 2013 12:45 pm Congress Street Tucson’s Historic Street of Commerce Discover why Tucson is the city it is today. Take a walk on Congress Street and explore downtown history, architectural traditions, personalities, and political decisions… Urban Yarns @ the Library Urban Yarns @ the Library May 3, 2013 11:00 am - 1:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Calling all downtown knitters and crocheters! Bring your hooks, needles, and lunches to Urban Yarns, an informal weekly gathering. Meet fellow fiber fanatics, peruse the library’s latest fiber-themed books, and… Flamenco Guitar and Performance Flamenco Guitar and Performance May 3, 2013 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Casa Vicente More information here. 5th Annual Agave Fest 5th Annual Agave Fest May 3, 2013 7:00 pm At Hotel Congress ($35/Advance, 7PM, 21+) Welcome to the 5th Annual Celebration of All things Agave! Downtown’s BEST Bartenders…40+ Tequilas, Mezcals, Sotols & Bacanoras…Street Tacos… Latin Funk Project… and More. Kick Off Cinco De Mayo… William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 3, 2013 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience May 3, 2013 7:30 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience formed in 1995 to perform the most accurate and captivating Led Zeppelin live show since the real thing. For Zoso, it’s much more than just… Father John Misty Father John Misty May 3, 2013 8:00 pm At Rialto Theatre When discussing ‘Father John Misty’, Tillman paraphrases Philip Roth: ’It’s all of me and none of me, if you can’t see that, you won’t get it’. What I call it… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 3, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Jalph and G.A.G. Present: Three-inco De Mayo Jalph and G.A.G. Present: Three-inco De Mayo May 3, 2013 9:00 pm At Hotel Congress (21+, 9PM, Free) Start your Cinco De Mayo weekend off right with some hip hop in the club, rocknroll on the patio – something for everyone & all FREE for you,… Liila Liila May 3, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Liila is Connor Gallaher and Louise Lehir….aka Catfish And Weezie. More information here.	4 Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Liila Old Pueblo Walking Tours Old Pueblo Walking Tours April 30, 2013 11:00 am – May 4, 2013 12:45 pm Congress Street Tucson’s Historic Street of Commerce Discover why Tucson is the city it is today. Take a walk on Congress Street and explore downtown history, architectural traditions, personalities, and political decisions… 28th Annual Tucson Folk Festival 28th Annual Tucson Folk Festival May 4, 2013 11:00 am - 10:00 pm At Downtown The Festival is a two-day event offering over 20 hours of music, dance, and entertainment. Saturday, May 4th, Noon – 10:00 pm Sunday, May 5th, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm Find… Puppets Amongus Puppets Amongus May 4, 2013 11:00 am At Museum Of Contemporary Art With a handmade cast of characters, finely made staging and live acoustic music, Puppets Amongus revives the ancient art of storytelling through puppet shows, parades, and improvised street theater. Puppets… Presagio Maya – Mayan Omen Presagio Maya – Mayan Omen May 4, 2013 11:00 am - 5:00 pm At Contreras Gallery Cristina Cárdenas’ paintings are in several museum collections in Arizona, California, Illinois, and Mexico — including the University of Arizona Museum of Art and the Tucson Museum of Art. Cristina earned… eBook & Audiobook Workshop eBook & Audiobook Workshop May 4, 2013 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Seeking help with your portable device? Looking for one-on-one help with downloading and transferring a book using your computer? Two part class: Kindle from 12-1 Sony/Nook/Android from 1-2 Registration is required.… May The 4th Be With You May The 4th Be With You May 4, 2013 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm At Hotel Congress Free on the Plaza and in the Hotel! Come party with us day and night for Arizona’s premier “Force”-tival. Bring the whole family early and enjoy a free photo booth, costume… 1st Saturday Art Walks 1st Saturday Art Walks May 4, 2013 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Warehouse Arts District Visit some of the unique art studios and galleries, meet the artists and see handcrafted art, including: jewelry, pottery, glass, clothing, paintings, sculpture, music, learning of regional history and more. Enjoy… Ruth Hiller: Soft Geometry Ruth Hiller: Soft Geometry May 4, 2013 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Conrad Wilde Gallery Conrad Wilde gallery is pleased to announce “Ruth Hiller: Soft Geometry,” a solo exhibition of encaustic works. We will host an opening reception on Saturday, May 4th from 6-9pm. The show… Miss Cinco De Mayo Miss Cinco De Mayo May 4, 2013 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm At TCC's Leo Rich Theatre A community experience not to be missed. Elegance, glamour, and talent! An annual beauty pageant in the Old Pueblo. More information here. Flamenco Guitar and Performance Flamenco Guitar and Performance May 4, 2013 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Casa Vicente More information here. William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 4, 2013 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… The Princess Bride The Princess Bride May 4, 2013 7:30 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre This beloved classic fairytale begins with a grandfather reading his favorite book “The Princess Bride” to his hard-to-impress grandson. This book, he promises, has everything – “Fencing. Fighting. Torture. Revenge.… The Electric Blankets The Electric Blankets May 4, 2013 8:00 pm At Rialto Theatre The Electric Blankets EP Release Party with Dream Sick, All My Friends (LCD Soundsystem tribute band featuring members of …Music Video? and The Electric Blankets, Logan Green Electric and Magic by… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 4, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia May 4, 2013 9:00 pm At Solar Culture Sisters Leah and Chloe tear into sound with sensual prowess as stages ignite revolutions and words light up spirit fires. Listen to their beautiful sound for poetic harmonies, soul singing,…
5 Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia Rising Appalachia 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta May 5, 2013 10:00 am - 3:00 pm At Presidio San Agustin del Tucson A celebration of Mexican folklore, art, music, and tortilla sampling! Street closure is Court Avenue between Telles and Washington from 9 am-4pm. 28th Annual Tucson Folk Festival 28th Annual Tucson Folk Festival May 5, 2013 11:00 am - 10:00 pm At Downtown The Festival is a two-day event offering over 20 hours of music, dance, and entertainment. Saturday, May 4th, Noon – 10:00 pm Sunday, May 5th, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm Find… Cinco De Mayo Downtown Cinco De Mayo Downtown May 5, 2013 1:00 pm At Playground with $2 Modelo Especial, plus other Mexican beers $3 Rooftop party, including SUNset, with live DJs throughout the day and night! Details on Playgrounds Facebook page here. William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 5, 2013 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… Cinco de Mayo Tareada Cinco de Mayo Tareada May 5, 2013 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm At El Casino Ballroom Celebrate Cinco de Mayo like a Tucsonense at the Dia de San Juan Fiesta Committee’s Cinco de Mayo Tareada and Silent Auction, Sunday, May 5, 2013, 2-7 p.m. at the… The Princess Bride The Princess Bride May 5, 2013 2:00 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre This beloved classic fairytale begins with a grandfather reading his favorite book “The Princess Bride” to his hard-to-impress grandson. This book, he promises, has everything – “Fencing. Fighting. Torture. Revenge.… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 5, 2013 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Cinco De Drinko Cinco De Drinko May 5, 2013 3:00 pm At The JunXion Bar Cinco de Ozo Cinco de Ozo May 5, 2013 4:00 pm At Sapphire Lounge Cinco de OZO featuring OZOMATLI. Join us on May 5th, 4pm for a day full of live music, food, fun and of course drinks! Taking place at 61 E. Congress,… Teddy Riley & Blackstreet Teddy Riley & Blackstreet May 5, 2013 8:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Teddy Riley also known to the world as “The King of New Jack Swing has truly made a name for himslef. At the age of 15, he produced the underground… Simply Sunday Simply Sunday May 5, 2013 9:00 pm At Hotel Congress Local DJ’s Rip Dee and Mig.ill spin the hottest hip hop and RnB tracks FREE on the plaza. More information here.	6 Simply Sunday Simply Sunday Simply Sunday Simply Sunday Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 6, 2013 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Mondays, May 6, 13, & 20, 2013… Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) May 6, 2013 5:00 pm At Hotel Congress Southern Arizona Roadrunners’ Monday evening, non-competitive, social 3-mile run/walk, Meet Me at Maynards, begins and ends downtown at Hotel Congress. www.meetmeatmaynards.com The mission of Meet Me at Maynards is to bring active… Yo La Tengo Yo La Tengo May 6, 2013 8:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Yo La Tengo (YLT), is an American indie rock band formed in Hoboken, NJ in 1984. Since 1992, the lineup has consisted of Ira Kaplan (guitars, piano, vocals), Georgia Hubley… Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF May 6, 2013 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm At Elliott's on Congress Tony Frank and The Jazz Guild of Tucson host the top Real Jazz Jam in The OP. Every Monday night at ELLIOTT’s on CONGRESS, Tucson’s finest cats come and blow through…	7 Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Archaeology Café Archaeology Café May 7, 2013 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm At Casa Vicente Connecting the American Southwest and Mesoamerica—A Ritual Economy Ben Nelson (Arizona State University) provides a big-picture look at relationships between the two regions in the past. He will also discuss his… Devandra Banhart Devandra Banhart May 7, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress Devendra Banhart is a bearded, oddball American singer-songwriter most closely associated with the freak-folk uprising that captured the public’s imagination in 2004. Though Banhart did much to cultivate the sense… Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet May 7, 2013 7:30 pm At TCC's Music Hall Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,… The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show: Brit Pink Floyd The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show: Brit Pink Floyd May 7, 2013 8:00 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre Celebrating the music of David Gilmour, Roger Waters, Rick Wright, Nick Mason & Syd Barrett. Featuring note-for-note performances of five full album sides from ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’, ‘Wish… Songs of the Abyss Songs of the Abyss May 7, 2013 9:00 pm At Solar Culture Songs of the Abyss is a graphic novel that diagrams the psychic history of human beings. It is a journey through chaos in search of peace. There are five chapters…	8 Songs of the Abyss Songs of the Abyss Songs of the Abyss Songs of the Abyss Celebrate Mother’s Day-Buy Mom a Book Celebrate Mother’s Day-Buy Mom a Book May 8, 2013 11:00 am - 2:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Celebrate Mother’s Day-Buy Mom a Book Week at the Friends of the Pima County Public Library Downtown Book Store in the Joel Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave. Buy… The Manhattan Transfer The Manhattan Transfer May 8, 2013 7:30 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre With worldwide record sales in the millions and dozens of Grammy awards to its credit, The Manhattan Transfer holds a distinct place in the history of fusion jazz. 40 years… Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet May 8, 2013 7:30 pm At TCC's Music Hall Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,… Indigo Kids CD Release Indigo Kids CD Release May 8, 2013 9:00 pm At Club Congress w/Ephewe, Ill Literates 9PM, 21+ Local Hip Hop MC’s from back in the day are BACK with their new album release party!!! More information here.	9 Indigo Kids CD Release Indigo Kids CD Release Indigo Kids CD Release Indigo Kids CD Release Indigo Kids CD Release Individual Job Counseling Individual Job Counseling May 9, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Career Services Unlimited counselor will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including resume writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment… Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 9, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, &… Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market May 9, 2013 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm At Mercado San Agustin Shop Local and Support the Community Food Bank! Find fresh, sustainably grown foods while supporting local farmers and producers. The market offers Arizona fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, eggs, honey, free-range meat,… William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 9, 2013 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet May 9, 2013 7:30 pm At TCC's Music Hall Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,…	10 Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet Urban Yarns @ the Library Urban Yarns @ the Library May 10, 2013 11:00 am - 1:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Calling all downtown knitters and crocheters! Bring your hooks, needles, and lunches to Urban Yarns, an informal weekly gathering. Meet fellow fiber fanatics, peruse the library’s latest fiber-themed books, and… Grants Databases Open Lab Grants Databases Open Lab May 10, 2013 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Opportunity for nonprofit & community organizations to research using the Foundation Directory Online & the Arizona Guide to Grants databases with a librarian present to help maximize search results. Seating at… William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 10, 2013 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet May 10, 2013 8:00 pm At TCC's Music Hall Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 10, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… The Four Elements Fashion Show The Four Elements Fashion Show May 10, 2013 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre Invite your friends and reserve your seat for Tucson’s premier fashion show brought to you by Tucson Young Professionals, Friday, May 10, 2013 at the Historic Fox Theatre. Since 2008,… The Jons The Jons May 10, 2013 9:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Brass Hands, Creme Fraiche (9PM, 21+, FREE) The Jons completed their debut album, Wine at the Hilltop, in the fall of 2002 and kept busy playing at many of the…	11 The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons The Jons National Train Day at the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum National Train Day at the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum May 11, 2013 10:00 am - 4:00 pm At Historic Train Depot National Train Day at the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum! Stop, Look and Listen on May 11, 2013, 10am-4pm. Look at operating model trains, climb into the cab of steam engine #1673,… Catfish and Weezie Catfish and Weezie May 11, 2013 12:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Spacey hazy dreamy steel guitar and vocal duo…Connor ‘Catfish’ Gallaher and Louise ‘Weezie’ Le Hir. More information here. The Turning Point of World War II – Sonoran Desert Model Builders The Turning Point of World War II – Sonoran Desert Model Builders May 11, 2013 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library In recognition of Memorial Day, the Sonoran Desert Model Builders (SDMB) have organized an exhibit featuring an assortment of scale models. The Sonoran Desert Model Builders is a chartered club… Riding with the Duke: John Wayne in Arizona Riding with the Duke: John Wayne in Arizona May 11, 2013 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Writer and historian Greg McNamee presents this Arizona Humanities Council lecture. In this talk, Gregory McNamee, who often writes about film and western history alike for such publications as the Encyclopaedia… Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet May 11, 2013 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm At TCC's Music Hall Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,… Leila Lopez Leila Lopez May 11, 2013 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm At Borderlands Brewing Company “The songs of Tucson’s Leila Lopez, while being what one might ostensibly refer to as folk music, balance assertiveness and sensitivity, navigate lyrics both oblique and frank, and incorporate the… Impressions: Work from The Drawing Studio Print Lab Impressions: Work from The Drawing Studio Print Lab May 11, 2013 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm At The Drawing Studio A range of traditional and contemporary processes of making original prints May 4 – June 1, 2013 Open for Second Saturdays Downtown, May 11, 6–8 PM Includes demonstration A medium that includes many technical… Dragonfly Gallery: Music & Art Dragonfly Gallery: Music & Art May 11, 2013 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm At Dragonfly Gallery 6-10 pm On display at the Dragonfly Gallery The Photographs of Rod Mullen 8-10 pm Heather Hardy hosts an outdoor stage! Our special feature this month will be: Michael P. & Mighty Joel… 2nd Saturdays Downtown 2nd Saturdays Downtown May 11, 2013 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm At 2nd Saturdays Scott Avenue Stage The weather is great and the time is right for hanging out at 2nd Saturdays tonight! Beautiful climes and fantastic tunes to make you swoon. Check out the free, family-friendly event that… The Sonoran Dogs The Sonoran Dogs May 11, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Formed in 2011, the Sonoran Dogs have exploded upon the Arizona bluegrass scene, performing at the Sedona, Wickenburg, and Green Valley bluegrass festivals. The group is made up of seasoned… Charlie Faye Charlie Faye May 11, 2013 7:00 pm At Hotel Congress w/ Billy Sedlmayr on the Plaza!! (7PM, 21+, FREE) Instead of touring the traditional way, going from town to town night after night, Charlie Faye decided to live in 10 different cities over… Five Way Street Five Way Street May 11, 2013 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Pennington Street Garage Five Way Street is made up of seasoned musicians who all have a love for classic rock. We made a specific decision to choose cover tunes that weren’t being played… William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 11, 2013 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… Hollywood Funny Comedy Show Hollywood Funny Comedy Show May 11, 2013 7:30 pm At The JunXion Bar “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 11, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Rooftop Music & More! Rooftop Music & More! May 11, 2013 9:00 pm At Playground Congrats to all the grads! Downtown will be buzzing with graduation and 2nd Saturday activity; come join us! Featuring sounds by: Rooftop: GLDNGHST (www.facebook.com/gldnghst) TABLE MANNERS Main bar: N4TUR3 CLAY STEELE $5 COVER – 21+ ONLY
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Mother’s Day with Downtown’s Tucson Originals Mother’s Day with Downtown’s Tucson Originals May 12, 2013 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Downtown Tucson’s Favorite Downtown, Tucson Originals Restaurants Offer Mother’s Day Specials Agustin Brasserie agustinbrasserie.com 100 South Avenida del Convento #150 Tucson, AZ 85745 (520) 398-5382 Agustin Brasserie will be offering a Mother’s Day brunch from 9am-3pm, serving… Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet May 12, 2013 1:00 pm - 8:30 pm At TCC's Music Hall Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,… William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” May 12, 2013 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm At The Rogue Theatre Shakespeare’s most charming monster manipulates and murders his way to the throne of England, seducing the audience as he ensnares his victims. While Richard’s deformities encase a hideous heart, the… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 12, 2013 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Tucson’s Best Showcase Tucson’s Best Showcase May 12, 2013 6:00 pm At Rialto Theatre **INDIE ROCK EDITION** WE HAVE A GREAT LINEUP OF SOME OF OUR FAVORITE LOCAL INDIE ROCK BANDS WE HAVE BOOKED IN TUCSON OVER THE YEARS. JOIN ALL OF US AT TUCSON’S… Os Mutantes Os Mutantes May 12, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress Os Mutantes have rescheduled and are ready to make it up to Tucson with a special Mother’s Day performance. (7pm-$20/$22 – 21+) Our original loss is now our gain – this…	13 Os Mutantes Os Mutantes Os Mutantes Os Mutantes Individual Job Counseling Individual Job Counseling May 13, 2013 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Career Services Unlimited counselor will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including resume writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment… Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 13, 2013 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Mondays, May 6, 13, & 20, 2013… Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) May 13, 2013 5:00 pm At Hotel Congress Southern Arizona Roadrunners’ Monday evening, non-competitive, social 3-mile run/walk, Meet Me at Maynards, begins and ends downtown at Hotel Congress. www.meetmeatmaynards.com The mission of Meet Me at Maynards is to bring active… Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF May 13, 2013 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm At Elliott's on Congress Tony Frank and The Jazz Guild of Tucson host the top Real Jazz Jam in The OP. Every Monday night at ELLIOTT’s on CONGRESS, Tucson’s finest cats come and blow through…	14 Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Skills for Successful Employment workshops Skills for Successful Employment workshops May 14, 2013 8:30 am - 3:30 pm At YWCA Frances McClelland Leadership Center Skills for Successful Employment is a four-day employability skills training program for women who are searching for employment, changing careers or seeking advancement in their chosen field. Employment skills workshops take… Volunteer Orientation Volunteer Orientation May 14, 2013 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library There’s an opportunity to find out about a wide variety of volunteer opportunities available at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library. Please fill out an application and bring it with… Catalyst Cafe: Where Tech Meets Tucson Catalyst Cafe: Where Tech Meets Tucson May 14, 2013 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library TOPIC: Surviving Construction: How to Keep Your Business Alive Welcome to the Catalyst Café, where we’re talking every month about tech in the service of people, neighborhoods, nonprofits and small business. Science Café Science Café May 14, 2013 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm At Cushing Street Bar & Restaurant Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Rebecca Lybrand, Soil, Water, and Environmental Science “The Soils of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Arizona.” This Spring 2013, the Science Café series at Cushing Street Restaurant will feature researchers…	15 Science Café Science Café Science Café Science Café Science Café Science Café Skills for Successful Employment workshops Skills for Successful Employment workshops May 15, 2013 8:30 am - 5:00 pm At YWCA Frances McClelland Leadership Center Skills for Successful Employment is a four-day employability skills training program for women who are searching for employment, changing careers or seeking advancement in their chosen field. Employment skills workshops take… AZBIZCON II AZBIZCON II May 15, 2013 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm At Hotel Tucson City Center InnSuites ACT’s Construction Trade Show. Biggest Trade show in Tucson for the Construction & Business industry. Heavy Equipment displays – inside booths and table tops designed for the Construction & Business Industry… Lead Climbing Clinic Lead Climbing Clinic May 15, 2013 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Rocks and Ropes Learn the basic techniques for safe and competent lead climbing and belaying in a class setting. Climbers should be comfortable climbing at a 5.8 level. Class will be limited. $55/student or $45 members. Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta May 15, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress with Vox Urbana and Salvador Duran (7PM, 21+, $8/$10) In their only Tucson stop on their May tour to and from Pachanga Fest, beloved local “indie-mambo” group Sergio Mendoza Y La… Miss Lana Rebel, Kevin Michael Mayfield Miss Lana Rebel, Kevin Michael Mayfield May 15, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans The Portland Mercury wrote that Miss Lana Rebel is “the badass matriarch of local dustbowl country.” It’s an appreciative nod to a songwriter whose presence can cut through the din… The Jonestown Band The Jonestown Band May 15, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans The Jonestown Band is a solo musical project that is heavily influenced by American blues music. The songs are stark and minimalist, much like the Arizona landscape that inspired them. …	16 The Jonestown Band The Jonestown Band The Jonestown Band The Jonestown Band The Jonestown Band The Jonestown Band Individual Job Counseling Individual Job Counseling May 16, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Career Services Unlimited counselor will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including resume writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment… Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 16, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, &… Main Library Book Club Main Library Book Club May 16, 2013 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library We will discuss this month’s reading selection, “Last Call : the Rise and Fall of Prohibition” by Daniel Okrent. You can pick up a copy of this month’s book at the… Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market May 16, 2013 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm At Mercado San Agustin Shop Local and Support the Community Food Bank! Find fresh, sustainably grown foods while supporting local farmers and producers. The market offers Arizona fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, eggs, honey, free-range meat,… Damien Jurado Damien Jurado May 16, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress (18+, 7PM, $12) Urban folk singer/songwriter Damien Jurado quietly built up one of the strongest catalogs on the indie scene, earning high critical praise yet somehow never quite getting his proper… “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) May 16, 2013 7:30 pm At La Placita Village Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. Starring Robert Redford…	17 “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) “The Great Gatsby” (1974) Urban Yarns @ the Library Urban Yarns @ the Library May 17, 2013 11:00 am - 1:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Calling all downtown knitters and crocheters! Bring your hooks, needles, and lunches to Urban Yarns, an informal weekly gathering. Meet fellow fiber fanatics, peruse the library’s latest fiber-themed books, and… Meet the Authors: Elizabeth Rollins and Kimi Eisele Meet the Authors: Elizabeth Rollins and Kimi Eisele May 17, 2013 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Antigone Books Join us for a literary fiction double header with Elizabeth Rollins, author of “The Sin Eater and Other Stories” and Kimi Eisele, author of “The Lightest Object in the Universe,”… The List: A Musical The List: A Musical May 17, 2013 7:30 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre Described by critics as ‘”a musical” and “10 dollars,” “The List” is a musical confirming everyone’s suspicions about the internet. Follow our heroes Rikki and Seth as they meet strangers over… The Brothers Macabre The Brothers Macabre May 17, 2013 7:30 pm At Mercado San Agustin The Brothers Macabre will bring their “Sleight of Mind” style to Mercado San Agustin on May 17th for two shows only. The first show starts at 7:30pm, the second show will… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 17, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Fort Lowell Records Celebration Fort Lowell Records Celebration May 17, 2013 8:00 pm At Solar Culture Special showcase with bands: La Cerca, Andrew Collberg, fairweatherfriend, Tracy Shedd, and Saint Maybe. All ages! More information here. One More Time One More Time May 17, 2013 8:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Daft Punk’d: The Tribute, is a fully loaded salute to Daft Punk, one of the greatest electronic musical duo’s of our generation and globally hailed pioneers of modern day electronic… Acorn Bcorn Acorn Bcorn May 17, 2013 9:00 pm At Hotel Congress All-Star garage rock bill free on the Congress Plaza!! Sis duo Acorn Bcorn teams up with psych-garagers the Resonars and new Natalie Ribbons project Tele Novella. Whaa! More information here. Cash Lansky’s Birthday Dance Party Cash Lansky’s Birthday Dance Party May 17, 2013 10:00 pm At Club Congress w/ GLDNGHST & More! (10pm-FREE-21+) Golden Artist Group presents Cash Lansky’s birthday extravaganza featuring four different DJs spinning all your favorite hits, old and new. Brace yourself to dance the night… NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey May 17, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans I’ve been a professional ’on call’ DJ since 2007, but been a bedroom DJ and house party DJ since ’98. The equipment that I use right now consists of Denon…	18 NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey NuNu Friday, DJ E_RUPT, Mullarkey Catfish and Weezie Catfish and Weezie May 18, 2013 12:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Spacey hazy dreamy steel guitar and vocal duo…Connor ‘Catfish’ Gallaher and Louise ‘Weezie’ Le Hir. More information here. Tribal Fashion Show Tribal Fashion Show May 18, 2013 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm At Solar Culture Open Stage Belly Dance and Fashion Show, DJ Joshua Pocalips, Henna, Palm Readings, Tribal Face Painting, Clothing, Jewelry and more! More information here. Young Hunter’s Farewell Show Young Hunter’s Farewell Show May 18, 2013 7:00 pm At Hotel Congress (7pm – FREE – 21+) Young Hunter, one of Tucson’s favorite and most talented local acts, are sadly taking “an indefinite break.” Although we are not happy to see such a great… Cochise County Allstars Cochise County Allstars May 18, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans The Cochise County All-Stars is a talented group of musicians who perform their own unique mix of classic country honky tonk, obscure alt-country and Borderland influenced tunes. More information here. Primus Primus May 18, 2013 7:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Primus is a band that needs no introduction. For the past 27 years the group have followed in the footsteps of boundary-pushing artists like Frank Zappa and Pink Floyd to… The List: A Musical The List: A Musical May 18, 2013 7:30 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre Described by critics as ‘”a musical” and “10 dollars,” “The List” is a musical confirming everyone’s suspicions about the internet. Follow our heroes Rikki and Seth as they meet strangers over… “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 18, 2013 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Reyli Reyli May 18, 2013 8:00 pm At Club Congress (8PM, 21+, $40) Reyli Barba most commonly known as Reyli, is a well-known Mexican singer-songwriter who has reached staggering success in the past few years all over Latin America and the… The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show May 18, 2013 9:00 pm At Barrio Brewing Company The time is nigh! This Saturday we’ll be putting on one a humdinger of a rock n roll release party for our new full length album, Electric Caribou, at Barrio…
19 The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show The Modeens CD Release Show “All in the Timing” “All in the Timing” May 19, 2013 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre “All in the Timing” is six short plays by David Ives focusing on language and wordplay, existentialist perspectives and romantic relationship complications. Three of Tucson’s most respected theatrical personalities each… Desert Dreams Film Premier Desert Dreams Film Premier May 19, 2013 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm At Fox Tucson Theatre Countering the notion that deserts are little more than a void to be filled, DESERT DREAMS immerses viewers in a world pulsing with life and beauty year-round. This multimedia tapestry… Best of Stories that Soar! Best of Stories that Soar! May 19, 2013 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm At Temple of Music and Art Best of Stories that Soar! is a fun-filled, family-friendly event celebrating the amazing powers of children’s imaginations, literacy and the performing arts. This year’s Best of Stories that Soar! celebration includes… Kristen Chandler Kristen Chandler May 19, 2013 6:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Kristen Chandler is a singer/songwriter that spans genres.As a vocalist, Kristen Chandler is of a raw and powerful caliber. Her capacity spans genres, with a tendency to linger on blues,… Primavera Cooks! Primavera Cooks! May 19, 2013 6:00 pm At Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails You’re invited to the first Primavera Cooks! dinner of the 2013 season at Downtown Kitchen plus Cocktails. $125 per seat includes four course, wine paired dinner, tax and gratuity, with… Nive Nielson Nive Nielson May 19, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Christian Lee Hutson & Horse Black (7pm – FREE – 21+) A very special Sunday performance with two excellent touring acts, Nive Nielson from Greenland and Christian Lee Hutson from… Gary Stroutsos Gary Stroutsos May 19, 2013 7:30 pm At Galactic Center “Inspired by travel and the friendship of many masters, I believe I have fashioned a unique career by combining improvisational flute music and story telling. Particularly important was my early…	20 Gary Stroutsos Gary Stroutsos Gary Stroutsos Gary Stroutsos Gary Stroutsos Play to Win an Exciting Arizona Highways Getaway at Arizona Experience Store Play to Win an Exciting Arizona Highways Getaway at Arizona Experience Store May 20, 2013 11:00 am - 1:00 pm At Arizona Experience Store Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 20, 2013 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Mondays, May 6, 13, & 20, 2013… Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) May 20, 2013 5:00 pm At Hotel Congress Southern Arizona Roadrunners’ Monday evening, non-competitive, social 3-mile run/walk, Meet Me at Maynards, begins and ends downtown at Hotel Congress. www.meetmeatmaynards.com The mission of Meet Me at Maynards is to bring active… Big Boi of Outkast Big Boi of Outkast May 20, 2013 7:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Shoes for Running 2013 World Tour with special guest Killer Mike A 20-year career as a Hip Hop artist is rare. A 20-year career as a Hip Hop artist who gets… Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF May 20, 2013 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm At Elliott's on Congress Tony Frank and The Jazz Guild of Tucson host the top Real Jazz Jam in The OP. Every Monday night at ELLIOTT’s on CONGRESS, Tucson’s finest cats come and blow through…	21 Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Skills for Successful Employment workshops Skills for Successful Employment workshops May 21, 2013 8:30 am - 3:30 pm At YWCA Frances McClelland Leadership Center Skills for Successful Employment is a four-day employability skills training program for women who are searching for employment, changing careers or seeking advancement in their chosen field. Employment skills workshops take… JOIN PARKS IN FOCUS @ LA COCINA! JOIN PARKS IN FOCUS @ LA COCINA! May 21, 2013 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm JOIN PARKS IN FOCUS a program of the Udall Foundation that connects Arizona youth to nature through photography FOR AN EVENING OF GOOD FOOD AND OUTDOOR-THEMED FUN Nature Trivia * Star Gazing *Photo… The Family Stoned The Family Stoned May 21, 2013 8:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Dream Sick & Hip Don’t Dance (8pm – FREE – 21+) Hailing from the Pacific Northwestern gem Olympia, The Family Stoned holds true to the raw, honest sound that typically… Daft Punk Listening Party Daft Punk Listening Party May 21, 2013 10:00 pm At Club Congress In honor of Daft Punk’s OFFICIAL Album Release of “Random Access Memories”, We’ll be having a dance party! Dj’s playing classic DP remixes and a FREE copy of the album…	22 Daft Punk Listening Party Daft Punk Listening Party Daft Punk Listening Party Daft Punk Listening Party Daft Punk Listening Party Daft Punk Listening Party Skills for Successful Employment workshops Skills for Successful Employment workshops May 22, 2013 8:30 am At YWCA Frances McClelland Leadership Center Skills for Successful Employment is a four-day employability skills training program for women who are searching for employment, changing careers or seeking advancement in their chosen field. Employment skills workshops take… Grantseeking Basics for Nonprofits Grantseeking Basics for Nonprofits May 22, 2013 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library An orientation to the Library’s resources for volunteers, staff and board members of nonprofit and community organizations. Learn how to research grants opportunities for nonprofits. Registration is required. Register online or… Gangplank Tucson Grand Re-Opening Gangplank Tucson Grand Re-Opening May 22, 2013 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm At Pioneer Building Gangplank Tucson invites the community to celebrate the grand re-opening of our new collaborative workspace located downtown in the historic Pioneer Building at 100 N Stone Ave, Suite 110 on… The Black Angels The Black Angels May 22, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Wall of Death (18+, 7PM, $18/$20) From deep in the heart of Texas, armed with the home-grown mantra “Turn On, Tune In, Drone Out,” The Black Angels ring real and… Miss Lana Rebel, Kevin Michael Mayfield Miss Lana Rebel, Kevin Michael Mayfield May 22, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans The Portland Mercury wrote that Miss Lana Rebel is “the badass matriarch of local dustbowl country.” It’s an appreciative nod to a songwriter whose presence can cut through the din… Daniel Hart Daniel Hart May 22, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Hi. I’m Daniel. I play the violin and I sing. More information here.	23 Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Daniel Hart Individual Job Counseling Individual Job Counseling May 23, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Career Services Unlimited counselor will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including resume writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment… Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 23, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, &… Business Basics Workshop at Your Library Business Basics Workshop at Your Library May 23, 2013 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Attend this free business workshop and learn how to use the most effective library resources for small business planning, and learn how to locate potential customers with the A to… Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market May 23, 2013 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm At Mercado San Agustin Shop Local and Support the Community Food Bank! Find fresh, sustainably grown foods while supporting local farmers and producers. The market offers Arizona fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, eggs, honey, free-range meat,… Carlos Arzate, Collin Shook Carlos Arzate, Collin Shook May 23, 2013 5:00 pm At Borderlands Brewing Company Carlos Arzate accompanied by Collin Shook will be performing music written over the last couple of years. He will also be debuting a new song called, “Louis Taylor,” about the… Steff and The Articles Steff and The Articles May 23, 2013 6:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Taylor Jayne & Sun Bones (6pm-FREE-21+) Steff & the Articles bring their raging jazz-pop to the Club for their west coast tour kickoff. They are joined by their tour mate… Opeth Opeth May 23, 2013 7:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Opeth has spent over two decades steadily amassing a body of work that is at once possessed of a fervent and unrelenting devotion to aesthetic progression (and perfection) while simultaneously… “The Thrill of it All” (1963) “The Thrill of it All” (1963) May 23, 2013 7:30 pm At La Placita Village A housewife’s sudden rise to fame as a soap spokesperson leads to chaos in her home life. Starring James Garner and Doris Day. (1963) More info on the movie & Cinema La… David Rose CD Release Party David Rose CD Release Party May 23, 2013 9:30 pm - 11:30 pm At Plush David Rose, a local acoustic guitarist and singer/songwriter, will be performing his CD release party at Plush on May 23rd at 9:30PM along with special guests Kasey Carmody and Bernard… Carlos Arzate, decker. Carlos Arzate, decker. May 23, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Carlos Arzate is a Singer-Songwriter from Tucson Arizona who draws material from his various experiences growing up in the southwest. Performing songs about life, love, social issues and loss, his…	24 Carlos Arzate, decker. Carlos Arzate, decker. Carlos Arzate, decker. Carlos Arzate, decker. Carlos Arzate, decker. Urban Yarns @ the Library Urban Yarns @ the Library May 24, 2013 11:00 am - 1:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Calling all downtown knitters and crocheters! Bring your hooks, needles, and lunches to Urban Yarns, an informal weekly gathering. Meet fellow fiber fanatics, peruse the library’s latest fiber-themed books, and… Flobots Flobots May 24, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Wheelchair Sports Camp (7PM, All Ages, $15) When a pair of intelligent, visionary emcees joins forces with a battle-hardened, groove-fusing rhythm section, and a classically trained violist the result is… Devo Devo May 24, 2013 7:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Recorded under the auspices of pioneering producer Brian Eno, 1978′s Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! was seen as a call to arms by some and became… Celestia & Jack Loeffler and Gary Nabhan Celestia & Jack Loeffler and Gary Nabhan May 24, 2013 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Antigone Books Celestia and Jack Loeffler, co-authors of “Thinking Like a Watershed: Voices From the West” and Gary Nabhan, contributor. The arid landscape of the southwest has supported many cultures for millenia. Thinking… Vox Urbana Vox Urbana May 24, 2013 10:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Garage cumbia! The shake-your-hips rhythm of cumbia meets the crude sounds of punk. It’s a sweet mix. Raw cumbia from the heat of the Sonoran desert. We are Vox Urbana:…	25 Vox Urbana Vox Urbana Vox Urbana Vox Urbana Vox Urbana Vox Urbana Vox Urbana Catfish and Weezie Catfish and Weezie May 25, 2013 12:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Spacey hazy dreamy steel guitar and vocal duo…Connor ‘Catfish’ Gallaher and Louise ‘Weezie’ Le Hir. More information here. Embodiment Embodiment May 25, 2013 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm At Solar Culture A community alignment, art show and reception, and potluck. More information here. Chico MacMurtie and Ken Shorr Exhibition Opening Celebration Chico MacMurtie and Ken Shorr Exhibition Opening Celebration May 25, 2013 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm At Museum Of Contemporary Art Join us in celebrating our summer exhibitions opening with Planet of the Crepes and Kadooks serving up delicious food on the Plaza, cash bar featuring Borderland Brewing Company and music… Evil Fudd Reunion Evil Fudd Reunion May 25, 2013 7:00 pm At Hotel Congress w/ Retro Future (7pm-FREE-21+) Evil Fudd returns to Club Congress for the first time since 2010 for a free show on the plaza. After taking such a long break from the… Retro Game Show Night Retro Game Show Night May 25, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress (7pm, $5, 21+) Retro Game Show Night is hosted by Tempest DuJour, the “Delicate Flower of the Desert.” She is Tucson’s (and possibly Arizona’s) largest drag queen and has a blazing… Dash Pocket Dash Pocket May 25, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Dash Pocket are a great folk/alt.country/Americana duo. Both are the surviving members of another local band from a few years ago called Smith & Diffin. Nice stuff! Details here. ChamberLab ChamberLab May 25, 2013 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm At Cafe Desta ChamberLab is turning one year old, and you are invited to enjoy the show, and even get yourself a copy of the live CD we’ll release soon afterward (recorded by…
26 ChamberLab ChamberLab ChamberLab ChamberLab A Hero’s Salute A Hero’s Salute May 26, 2013 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm At Crowder Hall A HERO’S SALUTE – MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE Join us Sunday, May 26th at 3 PM as Arts Express honors the brave men and women from the Tucson Community who have served,… The Usual Suspects The Usual Suspects May 26, 2013 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm At V Modern Thai The Usual Suspects are a band that has mixed rock, blues, R&B, a little country, and a pinch of jazz together since they formed in 2006. But that just begins… Joe and Vicki Price Joe and Vicki Price May 26, 2013 7:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans Independent Music Award winners Joe and Vicki Price a righteous, joyful, foot-stomping jubilee. Joe and Vicki’s music is flavored more to the juke-joint end of the blues: a bit rough… Cryptic Wisdom Civil Tour Cryptic Wisdom Civil Tour May 26, 2013 7:30 pm At Club Congress w/ WILDCARD, Cash Lansky & more! (7:30pm – $5 – All Ages) Cryptic Wisdom is getting set to hit the road and he’s stopping at Club Congress for the kickoff show.…	27 Cryptic Wisdom Civil Tour Cryptic Wisdom Civil Tour Cryptic Wisdom Civil Tour Cryptic Wisdom Civil Tour MusicPalooza MusicPalooza May 27, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Children's Musem Tucson Kick start summer with a bang! Join The Children’s Museum Tucson for musical fun as we make instruments, sing along with karaoke, and finish with a grand procession! There will be… Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) Meet Me at Maynards (@Hotel Congress) May 27, 2013 5:00 pm At Hotel Congress Southern Arizona Roadrunners’ Monday evening, non-competitive, social 3-mile run/walk, Meet Me at Maynards, begins and ends downtown at Hotel Congress. www.meetmeatmaynards.com The mission of Meet Me at Maynards is to bring active… !!! !!! May 27, 2013 7:30 pm At Club Congress w/ White Arrows (7:30PM, $15, All Ages) Chk Chk Chk is the most common pronunciation, but they could just as easily be called Bam Bam Bam, Uh Uh Uh, Pew Pew… Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF May 27, 2013 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm At Elliott's on Congress Tony Frank and The Jazz Guild of Tucson host the top Real Jazz Jam in The OP. Every Monday night at ELLIOTT’s on CONGRESS, Tucson’s finest cats come and blow through…	28 Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF Jazz Guild Jam w/TF All Souls Procession Mini Carnival All Souls Procession Mini Carnival May 28, 2013 6:00 pm At La Cocina at Old Town Artisans A Special Night at La Cocina to benefit The All Souls Procession. Enjoy a delicious dinner on the garden patio on a balmy spring night! Mitzi Cowell ‘s Indie Blues, Brazilian rhythms… Lamb of God Lamb of God May 28, 2013 6:30 pm At Rialto Theatre with Decapitated, Terror A new breed of modern American metal was erected in the 2000s, with Lamb of God serving as an architect, designing the blueprint that would become the standard… The Neighbourhood The Neighbourhood May 28, 2013 8:00 pm At Club Congress w/ Lovelife (8pm – $10/$12 – 18+) In early 2012 a mysterious band appeared online. The group, The Neighbourhood, revealed no biographical information, no photos and no backstory, offering only a… Movie Night @ Rocks and Ropes Movie Night @ Rocks and Ropes May 28, 2013 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm At Rocks and Ropes Movie Night @ Rocks and Ropes When: Tuesday, May 28th – 8pm Where: Rocks and Ropes: Downtown Cost: $5 admission: climbing movie free: some wonderful locally made beer. For $2 more get a Rocks and…	29 Movie Night @ Rocks and Ropes The Lonely Wild The Lonely Wild May 29, 2013 7:00 pm At Club Congress (All Ages, 7PM, $8/$10) Rarely does a young band emerge with a combination of skills, talents and vision fully developed. But the LA-based quintet The Lonely Wild is that true gem…	30 The Lonely Wild The Lonely Wild The Lonely Wild The Lonely Wild The Lonely Wild The Lonely Wild Individual Job Counseling Individual Job Counseling May 30, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Career Services Unlimited counselor will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including resume writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills. Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment… Drop-in Job Help Drop-in Job Help May 30, 2013 9:00 am - 12:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Computer instructor is available to answer questions regarding resume writing, online job searching, email accounts, Internet searching and more. Signup is not required. DATES: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, &… Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market May 30, 2013 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm At Mercado San Agustin Shop Local and Support the Community Food Bank! Find fresh, sustainably grown foods while supporting local farmers and producers. The market offers Arizona fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, eggs, honey, free-range meat,… Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Black Rebel Motorcycle Club May 30, 2013 7:00 pm At Rialto Theatre Black Rebel Motorcycle Club is an American rock band from San Francisco, California, now based in Los Angeles. BRMC is known for their garage rock, blues, folk revival, neo-psychedelia sound. More… “Some Like It Hot” (1959) “Some Like It Hot” (1959) May 30, 2013 7:30 pm At La Placita Village “When two Chicago musicians, Joe and Jerry, witness the the St. Valentine’s Day massacre, they want to get out of town and get away from the gangster responsible, Spats Colombo.… A Hawk and a Hacksaw A Hawk and a Hacksaw May 30, 2013 9:00 pm At Solar Culture “A Hawk and a Hacksaw make music to be enjoyed viscerally before cerebrally – music that is both beautiful and fun.” -Dan Snaith, Caribou. with Ex-Cowboy More information here.	31 A Hawk and a Hacksaw A Hawk and a Hacksaw A Hawk and a Hacksaw Urban Yarns @ the Library Urban Yarns @ the Library May 31, 2013 11:00 am - 1:00 pm At Joel D. Valdez Main Library Calling all downtown knitters and crocheters! Bring your hooks, needles, and lunches to Urban Yarns, an informal weekly gathering. Meet fellow fiber fanatics, peruse the library’s latest fiber-themed books, and… World Music Night World Music Night May 31, 2013 7:00 pm At Rialto Theatre A world class athlete and a phenomenal vocalist, composer and all around performer, Bassirima Soro, better known as K-Bass, thrills audiences with his innovative and upbeat African Reggae, Afro-Pop and… El Tambo El Tambo May 31, 2013 9:00 pm At Club Congress A Latin garage, psychedelic, cumbia dance EXPLOSION featuring Chicha Dust and Quita Penas (LA). A Tucson dance party at it’s finest. We are excited to be hosting our local favorites,…

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