Author Archive: Marisa Bernal

Films Feb 2014

January 30, 2014 | Marisa Bernal

The Loft Cinema
3233 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-7777 (show times recording), 322-LOFT. LoftCinema.com
Mon 3: The Night of a Thousand Cats
Tue 4: Behind The Screens
Wed 5: Coming to Light: Edward S. Curtis and the North American Indians
Thu 6: Sabrina
Fri 7: First Friday Shorts, Love is in the Air
Sat 8: The Internet Cat Video Festival
Sun 9: George Washington
Mon 10: Hospital Massacre
Wed 12: Reaching for the Moon
Thu 13: Funny Face
Fri 14: The Past
Sat 15: In Organic We Trust
Sun 16: The Ghosts in Our Machine
Tue 18: An Uncommon King
Thu 20: Charade, Daisies

“Daisies” shows at The Loft Cinema on Thu, Feb 20.

Fri 21: Fateful Findings
Sun 23: Coriolanus
Thu 27: Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Pima County Public Libraries
594-5500, Library.Pima.Gov
Fri 14: The Trials of Muhammad Ali (Joyner-Green Valley)
Thu 27: The Trials of Muhamman Ali (Oro Valley)

The Screening Room
127 E. Congress St. 882-0204, Facebook.com/tucsonfilm
See the website for schedule.

Events Feb 2014

January 28, 2014 | Marisa Bernal

Sat 1

ART SAFARI EXPO Members of the Central Tucson Gallery Association (CTGA) celebrate Tucson’s cultural diversity in the contemporary visual arts. Various media from local artists at eleven different locations including Drawing Studio Gallery, Obsidian Gallery, Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery and more. 6pm. CTGATucson.org

Sat 1-Sat 15

TUCSON SCULPTURE FESTIVAL Showcasing the eclectic variety of local artists along with some digital-to-physical sculpture. 11am-7pm daily. The Art Gallery, 1122 N. Stone Ave, and Sculpture Resource Center, 640 N. Stone Ave. Bicas.org

Tucson Sculpture Festival 2014

Wed 5

PIONEER WOMEN OF TUCSON WALKING TOUR, PART I Pioneer women include Theresa Ferrin, Annie Graham Rockfellow, Isabella Greenway, Monica Flin, and Elizabeth Fremont. 10am–12pm. $15.Corner of Meyer Avenue and Cushing St. 625-8365, KruseArizona.com

Thu 6

BLACKNESS AND RACE POLITICS IN JAPANESE HIP HOP Featuring guest speaker Dawn Elissa Fischer. 6:30pm. Free. UA Poetry Center Dorothy Rubel Room, 1508 E. Helen St. Africana.Arizona.Edu

Fri 7

FLAME OFF! A torchworking competition with a cash bar and special guest host Margaret Sinser. 6:30pm-11pm $15. Sonoran Glass School, 633 W. 18th St. 884-7814, Sonoranglass.org

Fri 7- Sat 8

GRAND THEFT ART Hosted by Spirit Art House and Bicas. Showcasing hot-wiring demonstrations, art, and methods of bike theft. Thunder Canyon Brewery, 220 E. Broadway Blvd. SpiritArtHouse.com

Sat 8

2^ND SATURDAYS A monthly downtown festival. Scott Ave Stage: The Muffulettas, Little House of Funk, and The Jits. Free. 2pm-8pm. 2ndSaturdaysDowntown.com

MARDI GRAS 2014 Led by the “King and Queen of Carnivale,” Paul and Briana Volpe. Featuring New Orleans style food, a parade, silent auction, and live music. $100. Proceeds benefit Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Casino Del Sol, 5655 W. Valencia Rd. 882-3212, MardiGrasTucson.org

Sun 9

FINE VALENTINE COUPLE’S RELAY The Southern Arizona Roadrunners will host this running/walking event for sweethearts, friends or parent-child categories. 8:30am. University Avenue. $17+. 326-9383, AZRoadrunners.org

Thu 13-Sun 16

TUCON GEM AND MINERAL SHOW Annual gem and mineral exhibition throughout Tucson. Thu- Sat; 10am-6pm. Sun; 10am-5pm. $10 a day. Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave. 322-5773, TucsonConventionCenter.org

FESTIVAL OF ISRAELI ART SHOW AND SALE Over 1500 works of art by Israeli artists. See website for times and special events. Free. Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E. 5th St. CaiAz.org

Fri 14

WOO AT THE ZOO Join the Reid Park Zoological Society for a deluxe dinner, music, and a champagne toast at Zoofari Market. $65 per person. 5:30pm-7pm. Reid Park Zoo, 1100 S. Randolph Way. 881-4753, TucsonZoo.org

VALENTINES DAY AT TUCSON BOTANICAL GARDENS Admission and lunch for two; $30-$50. Wedding and Vowel Renewal; $200. Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686, TuconBotanical.org

Sat 15-Sun 23

LA FIESTA DE LOS VAQUEROS TUCSON RODEO The event features competitions for adults & children, the Rodeo Dance & the Rodeo Parade. See the website for times and prices. Tucson Rodeo Grounds, 4823 S. 6^th Ave. 741-2233, TucsonRodeo.com

Sun 16

CONQUISTADOR CLASSIC RUN THE COURSE 4 MILER Located at the Golf Club at Dove Mountain. Includes breakfast, running shirt and music. $35. 9:30am. TucsonConquistadores.com

CHICKS N CHAPS RODEO EVENT A benefit for cancer research. Learn rodeo skills from cowboys and cowgirls followed by a live silent auction. 8am. $65. Tucson Rodeo Grounds, 4823 S. 6^th Ave. See website for more details. ChicksNChaps.org

Tue 18

DOWNTOWN SCIENCE CAFÉS Learn about Mountain Snow: Water for Our Thirsty Desert Cities by Paul Brooks from Hydrology. 6pm-7:30pm. Free. Magpies Gourmet Pizza, 605 N. 4th Ave. COS.Arizona.Edu

Thu 20

TUCSON RODEO PARADE The largest non-motorized parade begins at Park Avenue and Ajo Way, goes south on Park to Irvington Rd., west on Irvington to Sixth Avenue and north on Sixth Avenue. 9am, Grandstand entertainment begins at 8am. Free. 294-1280, TucsonRodeoParade.org

INSIDE THE PRESIDIO WALLS WALKING TOUR A look at buildings and sites within the walls of or next to the original Presidio. 10am-12pm. $15. Corner of Main Ave and Washington St. 625-8365. KruseArizona.com

Sat 22-Sun 23

ANNUAL SOUTHWEST INDIAN ART FAIR Over 200 Southwest Native artists present their work. Native food, music, dance, performances. $7-$10. Youth, under 18, and students are free. Sat:10am-5pm, Sun: 10am-4pm. Arizona State Museum, 1013 E University Blvd. 626-8381, StateMuseum.Arizona.Edu

Sat 22

ANNUAL PEACE FAIR An expression of feelings on climate change; poetry, skits, essays, music, and movement arts. Reid Park, DeMeester Pavilion on 22nd St and Tucson Blvd. PeaceCalendar.org

Sun 23

4TH ANNUAL RODEO DAYS ARTS CELEBRATION An art show featuring a beer garden and food. Western attire. Free. Plaza Palomino, 2960 N. Swan Rd. 11am-7pm.

Mon 24

GOLDFISH, CONTRABASSOONS, AND SPOKEN WORD Chamber music and spoken work art concert. 7pm. $8-$10. Maker House, 283 N. Stone Ave. ChurchOfBeethoven-Tucson.org

Wed 26

WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC BARRIO VIEJO Explore an area of Hispanic cultural and architectural traditions. 10am- 12pm. $15. Meet in front of La Pilita at 420 S. Main Ave. 625-8365, KruseArizona.com

Thu 27

2014 PEACE CORPS FAIR Cultural displays and photography showcased by Peace Corps volunteers and recruiters. Free. 4pm-7pm. University of Arizona South Ballroom, 1303 E. University Blvd.

Fri 28- Sun, Mar 2

DESERT DWELLING DESIGN WEEK 2014 Panel discussions, designer warehouse sale, and more! See website for prices and venues. DDTucson.com

Ongoing

WILDCAT HOCKEY Wildcats take to the ice at the TCC against Arizona State on Fri, Feb 21 and Sat, Feb 22. Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave. 7:30pm. Prices Vary. ArizonaWildcatHockey.org

Mondays

MEET ME AT MAYNARDS (@Hotel Congress) Southern Arizona Roadrunners’ Monday evening, non-competitive, social 3-mile run/walk, that begins and ends downtown at Hotel Congress, rain/shine/holidays included! 311 E. Congress St. 991-0733, MeetMeAtMaynards.com

Fridays

MIME TECHNIQUE AND PERFORMANCE SEMINAR Rick Wamer with Lorie Heald presents silent acting techniques used in mime to create illusion. 7pm-9pm. $150 seminar ($30 per class).The Rhythm Industry, 1013 S Tyndall. 990-7425, RhythmIndustry.org

Fridays and Saturdays

COMEDY MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER SHOW Murder at the Vampire’s Wedding, an interactive mystery dinner, takes place every Friday and Saturday night. $42 per person. TucsonDinnerTheater, 2445 S. Craycroft Rd. 624-0172, TucsonDinnerTheater.com

Music Jan 2014

January 3, 2014 | Marisa Bernal

Information available as of press time. Visit the websites for more details/shows.

2^ND SATURDAYS DOWNTOWN
Congress Street, 2ndSaturdaysDowntown.com
Sat 11: K-Bass, Andy See & His Swinging Jamboree, The Tangelos

K-Bass

BORDERLANDS BREWING
119 E. Toole Ave. 261-8773, BorderlandsBrewing.com
Thu 2: The Swigs
Fri 3: Tortolita Gutpluckers
Sat 4: Mustang Corners
Thu 16: The Determined Luddites
Fri 17: Mitzi Cowell
Sat 18: Bob Einweck & Amos Hopkins
Fri 24: Aztral Folk
Sat 25: Tommy Tucker
Fri 31: Holmes-Levinson Group

BOONDOCKS LOUNGE
3306 N. 1st Ave. 690-0991, BoondocksLounge.com
Sundays: Lonny’s Lucky Poker Night
Mondays: The Bryan Dean Trio
Tuesdays: Lonny’s Lucky Poker Night
Wednesdays: The Titan Valley Warheads
Fridays: Neon Prophet
Sat 4: Equinox
Sun 5: Heather Hardy & Lil’ Mama Band
Thu 9: Kathy & The Groovetones
Sat 11: KXCI presents a CD Release Party for ‘Blues Singles’ featuring Mike Herbert of Kings of Pleasure
Thu 16: Kathy & The Groovetones
Sat 18: Whole Lotta Zep
Fri 24: Bad News Blues Band
Sun 26: Ned Sutton & Last Dance

CAFE DESTA
758 S. Stone Ave. 370-7000, CafeDesta.com
Sat 4: Maranga
Sun 5: Live Tango and Dancing
Sun 13: Live Tango and Dancing

CAFE PASSE
415 N. 4th Ave. 624-4411, CafePasse.com
Wednesdays: Jazz Wednesday
Thursdays: Songwriter Thursdays
Fridays: Blues Fridays
Saturdays: Country Saturdays

Charlie Faye performs at Congress on Jan. 4.

CLUB CONGRESS
311 E. Congress St. 622-8848, HotelCongress.com/club
Mondays: Nineties House Party (dance)
Tuesdays: Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz
Saturdays: SATURDAZE Dance Party – DJ Bob Felix, Sid the Kid, & DJ LadiesNight
Thu 2: Opti Club
Fri 3: North Tour Kickoff
Sat 4: Charlie Faye, Billy Sedlmayr
Tue 7: Moodie Black & Oddateee with Jivin’ Scientist & Big Meridox
Wed 8: Human Behavior, Aroma, Havarti Orchestra
Thu 9: Opti Club – Denim Party
Fri 10: Mean Beans, Vine St., Rey Murph
Sat 11: Retro Game Show Night
Wed 15: Thy Odd Birds, Jazz Telephone
Thu 16: Gungor, Opti Club
Fri 17: Speaking In Volume: Benefit for the Legal Fund of Pamela Williams with Anakim, Great American Tragedy, Vanish Twin, & Giant Destroyer
Sun 19: 2014 Concert for Civility Feat. Joey Burns of Calexico & more! (1:30pm, $15, All Ages); Laser Dad, Eclectic Tuba (7pm)
Tue 21: Dent May
Wed 22: Steff & The Articles
Thu 23: Opti Club
Fri 24: 3rd annual Dillinger Days Speakeasy (7pm, $25, 21+), Young Hunter & Ohioan Split Release Party (10pm, free, 21+)
Sat 25: Gabriel Sullivan, Lonna Kelley (7pm, $7/$9, 21+)
Tue 28: The Menzingers
Thu 30: Opti Club
Fri 31: Cate Le Bon

DELECTABLES RESTAURANT & CATERING
533 N. 4^th Ave. 884-9289, Delectables.com
Fridays & Saturdays: Live Music 7pm.

FIVE POINTS MARKET AND RESTAURANT
756 S. Stone Ave. 977-6272.
Wed 11: Five Points Philharmonic

FOX TUCSON THEATRE
17 W. Congress St. 624-1515, FoxTucsonTheatre.org
Sun 19: Pink Martini
Thu 23: Outlaw Country
Fri 24: Colin Quinn
Wed 29: Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys

Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys

Fri 31: Tucson Chamber Artists 10th Anniversary Signature Event

HACIENDA DEL SOL
5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol. 299-1501, HaciendaDelSol.com
Sun 5: The Bryan Dean Trio
Sun 12: Grams & Krieger
Sun 19: The Van Dykes
Sun 26: Johnny Strasser & Fiends

PLAYGROUND BAR AND LOUNGE
278 E. Congress. 396-3691. PlaygroundTucson.com
See the website.

RIALTO THEATRE
318 E. Congress St. 740-1000, RialtoTheatre.com
Tue 8: Jonny Lang
Fri 10: AFI
Wed 16: Karla Bonoff

Karla Bonoff

Fri 17: Young Dubliners
Sat 18: The Fab Four
Thu 23: The Battle For Summer Slaughter Tour
Sat 25: Hot Tuna & Leon Russell
Tue 28: The Music of Abba
Wed 29: Parmalee
Fri 31: Black Sun Ensemble

SKY BAR
536 N. 4^th Ave. 622-4300, SkyBarTucson.com
Mondays: Team Trivia
Tuesdays: Jazz
Wednesdays: Open Mic
Thursdays: Live Music

SOLAR CULTURE
31 E. Toole Ave. 884-0874, SolarCulture.org
Fri 17: JD Wilkes and the Dirt Daubers

SURLY WENCH PUB
424 N. 4th Ave., 882-0009, SurlyWenchPub.com
Fri 3: Black Cherry Burlesque
Tue 7: Artphag
Sat 11: Fineline Revisited
Fri 17: Andalusia Rose/ Musk Hog
Sat 18: Club Sanctuary 5 Year Anniversary
Fri 24: Tucsonics
Sat 25: Fineline Revisited

Select Galleries Jan 2014

December 30, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

CENTER FOR CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY Charles Harbutt, Departures and Arrivals continues through Sun, Jan 26. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat & Sun, 1pm-4pm. 1030 N. Olive Rd. 621-7968, CreativePhotography.org

CONRAD WILDE GALLERY Construction/Remodel Fundraiser Auction takes place Sat, Jan 4 from 6pm-9pm. Tue-Sat, 11am-5pm. 101 W. 6th St. 622-8997, ConradWildeGallery.com

“La Fiesta en el Cielo” by Mel Dominguez shows as part of the exhibit “Hasta El Fin” at Contreras Gallery through Sat, Jan 25.
photo courtesy of ContrerasHouseFineArt.com

CONTRERAS GALLERY Love, Quietly Waiting by Carmen Sonnes and Hasta El Fin by Melo Dominguez continues through Sat, Jan 25. Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm; Sat, 11am-4pm. 110 E. 6th St. 398-6557, ContrerasHouseFineArt.com

DAVIS DOMINGUEZ GALLERY Paintings by Tim Murphy and Debra Salopek open Tue, Jan 2. Tue-Fri, 11am-5pm; Sat, 11am-4pm. 154 E. 6th St. 629-9759, DavisDominguez.com

DEGRAZIA GALLERY IN THE SUN Vibrant colors of children and everyday life by Francisco Romero continues through Jan 10. 2D and 3D objects by Kathy Kibby, Fran Siverston, Darcy Siverston and Gail Brynildsen shows Jan 12-Jan 24. Modern landscapes and nature by Seth Critchley opens Sun, Jan 26. Holiday Fantasies continues through February. Daily, 10am-4pm. 6300 N. Swan Rd. 299-9191, DeGrazia.org

THE DRAWING STUDIO A Breath of Plein Air shows Jan 10-Jan 24, with a gala on Jan 24 from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Tue-Sun, noon-4pm. 33 S. 6th Ave. 620-0947, TheDrawingStudio.org

ETHERTON GALLERY Spill featuring artists Bailey Doogan, Ann Simons-Myers and Luis Jimenez, continues through February. Tue-Sat, 11am-5pm. 135 S. 6th Ave. 624-7370, EthertonGallery.com

JOSEPH GROSS GALLERY Culture Cache continues through February. Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. 1031 N. Olive Rd. 626-4215, CFA.arizona.edu/galleries

LOUIS CARLOS BERNAL GALLERY Magical Realism, featuring artwork by Gail Marcus-Orlen, Robert Cocke, Penny McElroy and Janet Prip, opens Mon, Jan 27. Construct: Putting It Together continues through Jan 29. Mon-Thu, 10am-5pm; Fri, 10am-3pm. 2202 W. Anklam Rd. 206-6942, Pima.Edu/cfa

OBSIDIAN GALLERY Ceramic Sculpture by Wesley Anderegg, Claire Loder and Cheryl Tall, continues through Jan 5. Wed-Sat, 11am-6pm. Obsidian Gallery, 410 N. Toole Ave. 577-3598, Obsidian-Gallery.com

PHILABAUM GLASS GALLERY & STUDIO Holiday Showcase continues through Jan 25. Tue-Sat,10am-5pm. 711 S. 6th Ave. 884-7404, PhilabaumGlass.com

PORTER HALL GALLERY Art by Karen Bellamy continues through Wed, Jan 15. Treasures of the Amerind opens Jan 18 with a reception Fri, Jan 17 from 5pm-7pm. Daily, 8:30am-4:30pm. $13, adults; $12, student/senior/military, $7.50, children 4-12; Free, children 3 and younger. 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686, TucsonBotanical.org

SACRED MACHINE See website for information. Wed-Fri, 5pm-8pm; Sat, 4pm-9pm. 245 E. Congress St. 777-7403, SacredMachine.com

SOUTHERN ARIZONA WATERCOLOR GUILD Creme de la Creme- Signature Member’s Show opens Tue, Jan 7. Opening reception Thu, Jan 16, 5pm-7pm. Tue-Sun, 11am-4pm. SAWG Gallery, 5605 E. River Rd. 299-7294, SouthernAzWatercolorGuild.com

"French Lessons" by Valerie Galloway shows as part of her exhibit at Wee Gallery through Thu, Jan 30. photo courtesy of GalleryWee.com

“French Lessons” by Valerie Galloway shows at Wee Gallery through Thu, Jan 30.
photo courtesy GalleryWee.com

TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART Common Elegance: The Still Life of Paintings of William Shepherd and Rock/Paper/Scissors continues through Jan 12. Tue,Wed, Fri, Sat, 10am-5pm; Thu, 10am-8pm; Sun, 12pm-5pm. $10, adults; $8, seniors; $5, students 13+; free, children under 12. Free to all the first Sunday of the month. 140 N. Main Ave. 624-2333, TucsonMuseumofArt.org

WEE GALLERY Valerie Galloway Show exhibits Jan 4-Jan 30. Thu-Sat, 11am-6pm. 439 N. 6th Ave Suite #171. 360-6024, GalleryWee.com

WILDE MEYER GALLERY Southwest Fiestas and Lo Mejor de Wilde Meyer continue through Jan 31. The Journey- 30 Years opens Thu, Jan 9. Mon-Fri, 10am-5:30pm. Wilde Meyer Gallery, 3001 E. Skyline Dr. WildeMeyer.com

Performances Jan 2014

December 30, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

“Forever Plaid,” by Arizona Onstage Productions,
is Fri, Jan 3-Sun, Jan 19.
photo courtesy of Arizona Onstage Productions.

ARIZONA FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC Jonah Kim and Sean Kennard perform Sun, Jan 12. Takács Quartet performs Wed, Jan 15. TCC’s Leo Rich Theatre, 260 S. Church Ave. 577-3769, ArizonaChamberMusic.org

ARIZONA ONSTAGE PRODUCTIONS Forever Plaid shows Fri, Jan 3-Sun, Jan 19. Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical is Thu, Jan 9-Sun, Jan 19. Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre, 330 S. Scott Ave. 270-3332, ArizonaOnStage.org

ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY Other Desert Cities opens Sat, Jan 18. Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. 622-2823, ArizonaTheatre.org

BERGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Leo Kottke performs Fri, Jan 31 at 8pm and 10pm. 1200 W. Speedway Blvd. 770-3762, ASDB.State.AZ.US/Berger/

BLACK CHERRY BURLESQUE Tantalizing burlesque performance on Fri, Jan 3. Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. 4^th Ave. 882-0009, TucsonBurlesque.com

BROADWAY IN TUCSON The Australian Bee Gees Show perform Tue, Jan 28. Tickets vary. Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd. 903-2929, BroadwayInTucson.com

CARNIVAL OF ILLUSION Performances on Fri, Jan 24 and Sat, Jan 25. Tucson Double Tree Hotel, 445 S. Alvernon Way. 615-5299, CarnivalOfIllusion.com

CHAMBER MUSIC PLUS Viva España, a homage to Pablo Casals and Andrés Segovia, takes place Sat, Jan 4 at 7:30pm and Jan 15 at 1pm & 5pm. Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre, 330 S. Scott Ave. 400-5439, ChamberMusicPlus.org

FOX THEATRE Second City performs Fri, Jan 17. Pink Martini, Sun, Jan 19. Outlaw Country performs Thu, Jan 23. Collin Quinn hit the stage on Fri, Jan 24. Cool Hand Luke performs Sat, Jan 25. Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys on Wed, Jan 29. Tucson Chamber Artists 10th Anniversary Signature Event takes place Fri, Jan 31. Prices Vary. 17 W. Congress St. 624-1515, FoxTucsonTheatre.org

THE GASLIGHT THEATRE The Belle Tombstone opens Thu, Jan 9. 7010 E. Broadway Blvd. 886-9428, TheGaslightTheatre.com

INVISIBLE THEATRE Good Rockin’ shows Sat, Jan 11-Sun, Jan 12. 1400 N. 1^st Ave. 882-9721, InvisibleTheatre.com

LIVE THEATRE WORKSHOP Boeing Boeing opens Thu, Jan 9. All Together Theatre: Peter and The Wolf opens Sun, Jan 5. Etcetera: Original works by Short Attention Span Theatre takes place Sat, Jan 11 and Sat, Jan 18. Imaginary opens Fri, Jan 17. See website for prices and times. 5317 E. Speedway Blvd. 327-4242, LiveTheatreWorkshop.org

ODYSSEY STORYTELLING SERIES Greener Grass? New Places, Faces and Spaces shows Fri, Jan 10. 7pm, $7. Fluxx Studios and Gallery, 416 E. 9th St. 730-4112, OdysseyStoryTelling.com

THE ROGUE THEATRE Arcadia shows Thu, Jan 9-Sun, Jan 26. 738 N. 5th Ave. 551-2053, TheRogueTheatre.org

SEA OF GLASS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Live hip hop with Rahman Jamaal, featuring DJs Kirckout & Humbleianess and activist band Vansguard on Fri, Jan 17. Dinner and music. $14-$19. 330 E. 7th St. 398-2542, TheSeaofGlass.org.

TUCSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Princess and the Frog takes place Sat, Jan 4. Schubert “The Great!” takes place Sat, Jan 11-Sun, Jan 12. Itzhak Perlman takes place Tue, Jan 14. Moeckel plays The Red Violin on Fri, Jan 17 and Sun, Jan 19. Michael Cavanaugh: Movin’ Out performances are Sat, Jan 25-Sun, Jan 26. See website for times and prices. TCC’s Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave. 882-8585, TucsonSymphony.org

UA PRESENTS Zoppé Family Circus performs at Reid Park (22nd Street and Country Club Road) on Fri, Jan 10-Sun, Jan 12. Compagnie Kafig is on stage Fri, Jan 17-Sat, Jan 18. Jungle Jack Hanna brings nearly 30 animals with him, many of them rescued from the wild, Hanna shares stories and shows unforgettable footage from his TV appearances on Jan. 26, 4pm. Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd. 621-3341, UAPresents.org

WINDING ROAD THEATRE ENSEMBLE Boom opens Jan 23 and runs through Feb 9. Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre, 330 S. Scott Ave. 749-3800, WindingRoadTheater.org

Select Events Jan 2014

December 30, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

Sat 4

HOLIDAY FREECYCLE SWAP All items available for swapping. See website for locations. Free. 2pm-4pm. 791-4010, Library.Pima.Gov

SAJCC’S MOCHITSUKI Mochi (Japanese rice cake) demonstration and tasting. 1pm-4:30pm. $5-$9. Yume Japanese Gardens, 2130 N Alvernon Way.

Fri 10

SUPER RAD AWESOME ART STUFF A collaborative art and music show featuring five bands and 10 artists. $5. 8pm. Plush, 340 E. 6th St. 798-1298, PlushTucson.com

Sat, Jan 11

2^ND SATURDAYS A monthly downtown festival with live music, street performers and food vendors. Featuring K-Bass, Andy See and His Swinging Jamboree, plus more! Free. 2pm-8pm. 2ndSaturdaysDowntown.com

TUCSON PRESIDIO: LIVING HISTORY DAYS Re-enactment of Tucson life from 1775-1856. 10am-3pm. Free. 133 W. Washington St. 837-8119, TucsonPresidio.com

BEYOND MAIN EVENT AT ARMORY PARK Fun activities and entertainment to get your body moving. 12pm-3pm. See website for more details. Armory Park, 221 S. 6th Ave. 975-8443, Beyond-Tucson.org

Wed 15

STREETCAR CELEBRATION “Destination Main Gate Square” with merchants offering specials, promotions, entertainment and the modern streetcar will make an appearance. 4pm-8pm. University between Park and Euclid. StreetcarFriends.org

Thu 16-Sat 25

TUCSON INTERNATIONAL JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL 23rd annual film festival showcasing the Jewish experience, current and historic, locally and internationally. See the Zocalo article here for more, plus, visit: TucsonJewishFilmFestival.org

Fri 17-Sat 18

WOMANKRAFT’S RUMMAGE FAIR BOUTIQUE Bi-annual rummage fair featuring books, music, games, decorations, etc. 8am-4pm. WomanKraft Art Center, 388 S. Stone Ave. 629-9976, WomanKraft.org

Fri 17-Sun 19

TUCSON QUILT FIESTA More than 300 quilts, guest speaker Joe Cunningman and other quilted items displayed at 36th annual Tucson Quilt Show. $10. Fri-Sat; 9am-5pm. Sun;10am-4pm. Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave. 547-5463, TucsonQuiltersGuild.com

FORT LOWELL SOCCER SHOOTOUT Tucson Association of Realtors presents a soccer extravaganza for U.S. Youth Soccer and Arizona Youth Soccer. Prices vary for players. Fort Lowell Park, 2900 N. Craycroft Rd. 529-1493, www.FortLowellshootout.com

Sat 18

FREESTYLE RAP & BEAT BOX WORKSHOP Two hour workshop help by Rahman Jamaal of Rap Force Academy. 2pm-4pm. $10-$15. Sea of Glass Center for the Arts, 330 E. 7th St. 398-2542, TheSeaofGlass.org

SENIOR PROM “BIG BAND BASH” A trip back to the 40s, 50s and 60s for guests 55+ hosted by MHS healthcare and The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance. $20-$25. MHC Healthcare, 13395 N. Marana Main St. Saaca.org

Fri 24

“Nimbus,” lithograph by L. Wallin, will be available as one of The Drawing Studio’s Gala Silent Auction offerings.

THE DRAWING STUDIO 2013 GALA CELEBRATION A Breath of Plein Air, an exhibit exploring the outdoors, takes place from 6:30pm-9:30pm for a TDA benefit. Meet the artists preview Wed, Jan 22 from 5pm-7pm. $120. The Drawing Studio, 33 S. Sixth Ave. 620-0947, TheDrawingStudio.org

Sat 25

80TH ANNIVERSARY DILLINGER DAYS Indoor and outdoor event centered around Hotel Congress, with Toole Avenue and 5^th Avenue closed for outdoor stages. Downtown turns back the clock to the 1930s with period music, costumes, and re-enactments of the Dillinger Gang’s exploits in the Old Pueblo; includes film screenings and tours. Family-friendly, includes children’s activities. Free. 10am-5pm. HotelCongress.com

Sat, Feb 1

SAVOR SOUTHERN ARIZONA FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL Enjoy Southern Arizona’s culinary arts featuring 40 chefs, wine, beer and cheese. $65-$75. 11am-3pm. Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N Alvernon Way. 797-3959, Saaca.org

ONGOING

TUCSON FOOD TOURS Tucson’s only walking food tour. Combination of foods and a little history of downtown Tucson. Takes you through the historic downtown and 4th Avenue districts of Tucson. See website for dates. 477-7986, FoodToursTucson.com

WILDCAT HOCKEY Wildcats take to the ice at the TCC against York University on Fri, Jan 3 & Sat, Jan 4. Oklahoma; Thu, Jan 9. Central Oklahoma Fri, Jan 10 & Sat, Jan 11. Liberty University; Fri, Jan 17 & Sat, Jan 18. San Diego State; Fri, Jan 24 & Sat Jan 25. Arizona State; Fri, Jan 31 and Sat, Feb 1. Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave. 7:30pm. Prices Vary. ArizonaWildcatHockey.org

Mondays

Events Dec. 2013

November 29, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

Fri 6

TEDX TUCSON Chuk Shon To Tucson will feature TED videos, artists, live music and seven speakers. $21. Rialto Theater, 318 E. Congress St. 740-0071, TedXTucson.com

TUCSON FESTIVAL OF TREES A celebration for the holiday season and benefit for the Arizona Oncology Foundation. Twelve elegantly designed holiday trees, wreaths and arrangements will be displayed. 6:15pm. $75. Savory Opera House, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd. 870-6060, ArizonaOncologyFoundation.org

Fri 6-Sat 7

BICAS ART AUCTION Art, music, bikes, libations, food trucks, kids activities and more. Fri, 6pm-10pm. Sat, 11am-5pm & 6pm-9pm. Whistle Stop Depot, 127 W. 5th St. 628-7950, Bicas.org

Sat 7

TAMAL & HERITAGE FESTIVAL Experience the rich flavors of the tamale in a fun-filled day of art, culture and entertainment. Free. 10am-5pm. Ava Amphitheater, 5655 W. Valencia Rd. CasinoDelSol.com

ARIZONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY FESTIVAL Musical performances by The Tucson Junior Strings, The Tucson Boys Chorus, a magic show by Chris Wright, Story Telling and crafts by Ben’s Bells. $5. 10am-4pm. AHS Arizona History Museum, 949 E. 2nd Street. 628-5774, ArizonaHistoricalSociety.org

1ST SATURDAY ART WALK Walking tour of Central Tucson Gallery Association’s participation galleries and museums. 6pm-9pm. Downtown art galleries along 6th Street, 6th Avenue, Congress Street, Toole Avenue and 4th Avenue. FirstSaturdayArtWalks.com

ART ON TAP Craft beer festival presenting sixteen Arizona craft breweries, food trucks and musical performances by Carlos Arzate and the Kind Souls and Saint Maybe. $20-$65. Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave. 624-2333, TucsonMuseumOfArt.org

Sun 8

13TH ANNUAL SUGAR PLUM TEA Features a festive holiday boutique, silent auction and a narration of the Nutcracker story with characters from the ballet. 11am and 3pm. $75 per person. Marriott Tucson University Park, 880 E. 2nd St. 745-3000, BalletTucson.org

Ballet Tucson holds its 13th annual Sugar Plum Tea on Sun, Dec 8.
Photo by Ed Flores

Tue 10

CHAMPAGNE & MISTLETOE: A VICTORIAN HOLIDAY AUCTION Annual holiday celebration featuring live and silent auctions and food to benefit the National Association of Women Business Owners. 3:30pm-6:30pm. The Historic Scottish Rite Cathedral, 160 S. Scott Ave. 326-3926, NawboTucson.org

Fri, Dec 13-Sun, Dec 15

4TH AVENUE STREET FAIR 400 arts and crafts booths, 35 food vendors, performance stages, street musicians, food, jugglers, kids entertainment, face painting, balloons, more. 10am-6pm. Free. 624-5004, FourthAvenue.org

Sat 14

SANTA LANDING Breakfast buffet, crafts for kids, and Santa flying in by helicopter! Adults;$12.25-$15.50. Children, $9. Under 6, free. 8:30am-2pm. Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Rd. 618-4850, PimaAir.org

STUFF THE HUMMERS FOR CHILDREN IN TUCSON Toy Drive and Car Show being put on by Sullivan’s Steakhouse. 9:30am-noon. Sullivan’s Steakhouse,1785 E. River Rd. StuffTheHummers.com

PRESIDIO LUMINARIA FESTIVAL A living history celebration to welcome the holiday season. Free. 5pm-9pm. Presidio San Agustín del Tucson, 133 W. Washington St. 837-8119, TucsonPresidioTrust.org

2ND SATURDAYS A monthly downtown festival with live music, performers, and vendors! 3pm-8pm. Free. Scott Avenue Stage: Payphone Mafia, Tesoro, The Long Wait. Santa at MEB Management, 120 E. Congress St., 4pm-7pm. Kids Area with Cinema La Placita & Southern AZ Transportation Museum at 414 N. Toole Ave., 4pm-8pm – interactive magic, art & train activities; 5:30pm, screening of “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966). 2ndSaturdays.com

Tesoro performs at 2nd Saturdays Dec. 14, 4:15pm-5:30pm. Photo courtesy Tesoro

Sun 15

LA FIESTA DE GUADALUPE The annual family festival celebrates Our Lady of Guadalupe with spirited outdoor performances by youthful mariachi and ballet folklorico groups. 10am-4pm. Free Degrazia Gallery in the Sun, 6300 N. Swan Rd. 299-9191, Degrazia.org

BOHEMIAN HOLIDAY: AN ARTISAN’S SHOWCASE Over 25 artists are selling unique items for your special gift-giving needs (and also offering raffle prizes). Includes live performances by some of Tucson’s best musicians. Noon-6pm. YWCA Tucson, 525 N. Bonita Ave. More info here or call 884-7810.

Sat 21

9TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY EXPRESS Write letters to the North Pole, listen to a reading of The Polar Express, watch a screening of The Polar Express, and take a photo with Santa in front of Locomotive 1673. Bring a can of food for the community food bank. Free. 2pm-4pm. 414 N. Toole Ave. 623-2223, TucsonHistoricDepot.org

19TH ANNUAL PARADE OF LIGHTS Young and old bask in the warmth of shimmering, lighted floats, vehicles and musical groups winding through Downtown, includes Santa Claus himself! Free. 6:30pm-8pm. Armory Park, 221 S. 6th Ave. 837-6504, DowntownTucson.org

Santa at the 2013 Parade of Lights.
Photo: Scott Griessel. Courtesy Downtown Tucson Partnership

Tue 31

TUCSON JAZZ SOCIETY 8TH ANNUAL NEW YEARS EVE GALA Join The Tucson Jazz Orchestra, The Jim McCullum Jazz Band and George Howard’s Motown and Rhythm & Blues Show to celebrate the Tucson Jazz Society’s 8th Annual New Year’s Eve Spectacular. 6:30pm. Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa, 3800 E. Sunrise Dr. 903-1265, TucsonJazz.org

RESOLUTION 2014: A GLAMOUR & GLITZ NEW YEARS EVE Enjoy a state of the art light and multimedia show, and participate in a champagne toast at Aloft! Hosted by Tucson Young Professionals. $75 pre-sale (available here), $85 at door. 9pm-2am. aLoft, 1900 E. Speedway Blvd. MeetUp.com/tucson-young-professionals

ONGOING

WILDCAT HOCKEY Wildcats take to the ice on Fri, Dec 6 and Sat, Dec 7 against Arizona State. Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave. 7:30pm. Prices vary. ArizonaWildcatHockey.org

Sat, Dec 14-Sat, Dec 28

WINTERHAVEN FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 63rd Annual Festival of Lights. Central Tucson neighborhood adorned with holiday decorations, using LED lights. Walk through every night. Drive-through on Dec 17, 27, 28. Free. 6pm-10pm. Winterhaven Neighborhood, in between Fort Lowell Road, Prince Road, Country Club, Tucson Boulevard. 881-4483, WinterhavenFestival.org

Mondays

MEET ME AT MAYNARDS (@Hotel Congress) Southern Arizona Roadrunners’ Monday evening, non-competitive, social 3-mile run/walk, that begins and ends downtown at Hotel Congress, rain/shine/holidays included. 311 E. Congress St. 991-0733, MeetMeAtMaynards.com

Galleries Dec. 2013

November 29, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

“Family, Psyche and Society” continues through Sat, Dec 28 at Davis Dominguez Gallery. Photo courtesy Davis Dominguez Gallery

ATLAS FINE ART SERVICES Curt Brill: The Levity of Gravity opens Dec. 7 with a reception from 6pm-9pm. Wed, 11am-5pm; Thur-Sat, 11am-6pm. 41 S. 6th Ave. 622-2139, AtlasFineArtServices.com

CENTER FOR CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY Charles Harbutt, Departures and Arrivals continues through January. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat-Sun, 1pm-4pm. 1030 N. Olive Rd. 621-7968, CreativePhotography.org

CONRAD WILDE GALLERY Chromatic Reasoning by Joanne Mattera, Relative Geometries and High Fiber all open Sat, Dec 7 with a reception from 6pm-9pm. Tue-Sat, 11am-5pm. 101 W. 6th St. 622-8997, ConradWildeGallery.com

CONTRERAS GALLERY Love, Quietly Waiting opens Sat, Dec 7 with an opening reception from 6pm-9pm. Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm; Sat, 11am-4pm. 110 E. 6th St. 398-6557, ContrerasHouseFineArt.com

DAVIS DOMINGUEZ GALLERY Installation by Albert Kogel, paintings by Andy Polk and sculpture by Barbara Jo McLaughlin continue through Sat, Dec 28. Family, Psyche and Society continues through Sat, Dec 28. Tue-Fri, 11am-5pm; Sat, 11am-4pm. 154 E. 6th St. 629-9759, DavisDominguez.com

DEGRAZIA GALLERY IN THE SUN The Little Gallery: Colorful Abstracts by Kathryn Gastelum shows Sun, Dec 1-Fri, Dec 13. Photography by Tessa Davis shows Sun, Dec 15-Fri, Dec 27. Vibrant colors of children and everyday life by Francisco Romero opens Sun, Dec 29. Holiday Fantasies opens Mon, Dec 2. Daily, 10am-4pm. 6300 N. Swan Rd. 299-9191, DeGrazia.org

THE DRAWING STUDIO Small Wonders continues through Sat, Dec 14. Open every Saturday night throughout exhibit, 6pm-9pm. Tue-Sun, 12pm-4pm. 33 S. 6th Ave. 620-0947, TheDrawingStudio.org

ETHERTON GALLERY Spill: Bailey Doogan, Ann Simmons-Myers and Luis Alfonso Jimenez, continues through February 2014. Tue-Sat, 11am-5pm. 135 S. 6th Ave. 624-7370, EthertonGallery.com

JOSEPH GROSS GALLERY Culture Cache continues through February. Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. 1031 N. Olive Rd. 626-4215, CFA.arizona.edu/galleries

LIONEL ROMBACH GALLERY Bachelor of Fine Arts Annual Fall Exhibition continues through Wed, Dec 11. Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. 1031 N. Olive Rd. 624-4215, CFA.arizona.edu/galleries

LOUIS CARLOS BERNAL GALLERY Construct: Putting it Together continues through Fri, Dec 13. Mon-Thu, 10am-5pm; Fri, 10am-3pm. 2202 W. Anklam Rd. 206-6942, Pima.Edu/cfa

MADARAS GALLERY Southwestern Holiday Scenes will be displayed throughout December. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun,11am-5pm. 3001 E. Skyline Dr, #101. 623-4000, Madaras.com

MOCA Currently showing: Untitled (Basin & Range) by Alois Kronschlaeger and Dave Sayre’s How to Kill a Marvin Gaye Song. Wed-Sun, noon-5pm. $8 adult, free for children under 12. 265 S. Church Ave. 624-5019, MOCA-Tucson.org

OBSIDIAN GALLERY Ceramic sculpture by Wesley Anderegg, Cheryl Tall and Claire Loder is featured through Jan. 5. A reception takes place Dec. 7, 6pm-9pm. Wed-Sat, 11am-6pm. 410 N. Toole Ave. 577-3598, Obsidian-Gallery.com

PHILABAUM GLASS GALLERY & STUDIO Holiday Studio Sale takes place Fri, Dec 6-Sat, Dec 7, 10am-5pm. Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm. 711 S. 6th Ave. 884-7404, PhilabaumGlass.com

Philabaum’s 35th Annual Holiday Studio Sale is Dec. 6-7.

PORTER HALL GALLERY Comings and Goings, the work of Julie Freshwater, Dan Chavez, Carol Lucas and Kathy Robbins, continues through Wed, Dec 18. Barbara Brandel and Karen Bellamy display art beginning Sat, Dec 21. Daily, 8:30am-4:30pm. $13, adults; $12, student/senior/military, $7.50, children 4-12; Free, children 3 and younger. 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686, TucsonBotanical.org

RAICES TALLER 222 ART GALLERY AND WORKSHOP La Morenita, an exhibition of art reflection interpretations of the Virgen de Guadalupe, Navidad, Hanukkah. Las Posadas and Kwanzaa, continues through Sat, Dec 28. Free. Fri-Sat, 1pm-5pm & by appointment. 218 E. 6th St. 881-5335, RaicesTaller222.webs.com

SACRED MACHINE Wild West exhibition continues through Sat, Dec 21. Wed-Fri, 5pm-8pm; Sat, 4pm-9pm. 245 E. Congress St. 777-7403, SacredMachine.com

SOUTHERN ARIZONA WATERCOLOR GUILD 9th Annual Calendar Show continues through Sun, Dec 8. Holiday Show 200 under $100 runs Tue, Dec 10-Sun, Jan 5. Opening reception Thu, Dec 12; 5pm-7pm. Tue-Sun, 11am-4pm. Free. SAWG Gallery, 5605 E. River Rd. 299-7294, SouthernAzWatercolorGuild.com

UA ART MUSEUM Modern Master Prints: Selections From The Dr. & Mrs. Stanley Glickman Gift opens Fri, Dec 6. Luminous Moments: Selections From The George Gregson Gift opens Fri, Dec 13. Tue-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat-Sun, noon-4pm. $5 adults; children/students/faculty, free. 1031 N. Olive Rd. ArtMuseum.arizona.edu

WEE GALLERY Cristina Cárdenas Show takes place Sat, Dec 7-Sat, Dec 28. Thu-Sat, 11am-6pm. 439 N. 6th Ave Suite #171. 360-6024, GalleryWee.com

WILDE MEYER GALLERY The Gem Show, Southwest Fiestas and In Spirit all open on Thu, Dec 5. Lo Mejor de Wilde Meyer opens Thu, Dec 12. Mon-Fri, 10am-5:30pm. Wilde Meyer Gallery, 3001 E. Skyline Dr. WildeMeyer.com

WOMANKRAFT ART GALLERY 27th Annual Holiday Bazaar continues through Sat, Dec 21. Reception Sat, Dec 7, 7pm-10pm. Wed-Sat, 1pm-5pm. 388 S. Stone Ave. 629-9976, WomanKraft.org

“Trappings of Ease” by Sam Esmoer is featured as part of the exhibit “Circus Show” that continues through Tue, Dec 31 at Yikes Toys and Gift O-Rama. Photo: David Esmoer

YIKES TOYS AND GIFT-O-RAMA Circus Show continues through Tue, Dec 31 and features new works by Mel Dominguez, Melissa Daye, Valerie Galloway, Sam Esmoer, Catherine Eyde, Vicki Lázaro, Nadia Walsh, and Mykl Wells. Mon-Sat, 10am-5:30pm. Yikes Toys and Gift O-Rama, 2930 E. Broadway Blvd. 320-5669, YikesToys.com

Performances Dec. 2013

November 28, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

Fry Street Quartet performs Dec. 11.
Photo: ArizonaChamberMusic.org

ARIZONA FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC Fry Street Quartet performs Wed, Dec 11. TCC’s Leo Rich Theatre, 260 S. Church Ave. 577-3769, ArizonaChamberMusic.org

ARIZONA REPERTORY SINGERS 30th anniversary holiday performances on Sun, Dec 8, 2pm and Sun, Dec 15, 3pm & 7:30pm at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 5150 N. Valley View Rd. Fri, Dec 13, 7:30pm at Benedictine Monastary, 800 N. Country Club Rd. $15. 792-8141, ARSingers.org

ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY Xanadu, a comedy based on a Greek muse, continues through Sat, Dec 21. Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. 622-2823, ArizonaTheatre.org

BALLET TUCSON The Nutcracker shows Sat, Dec 14-Sun, Dec 15. Tickets vary. Centennial Hall, University of Arizona, 1020 E. Univeristy Blvd. 621-3341, BalletTucson.org

BERGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Wildcat Jass Band performs Sun, Dec 8, 3pm and 7pm. 1200 W. Speedway Blvd. 770-3762, ASDB.State.AZ.US/Berger/

BLACK CHERRY BURLESQUE/RAW Tantalizing burlesque performance on Fri, Dec 6 and Fri, Dec 20; 8pm and 10pm. Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. 4^th Ave. 882-0009, TucsonBurlesque.com

BORDERLANDS THEATER A Tucson Pastorela shows Thu, Dec 19-Sun, Dec 22. TCC Leo Rich Theater, 260 S. Church Ave. 882-7406, BorderlandsTheater.org

BROADWAY IN TUCSON American Idiot shows Sat, Dec 7-Sun, Dec 8. Mamma Mia shows Fri, Dec 27-Sun, Dec 29. Tickets vary. Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd. 903-2929, BroadwayInTucson.com

CARNIVAL OF ILLUSION Continues its 5th season through December. Tucson Double Tree Hotel, 445 S. Alvernon Way. 615-5299, CarnivalOfIllusion.com

CHAMBER MUSIC PLUS Sister Mozart shows Sun, Dec 1, 3pm at Berger Performing Arts Center, 1200 W. Speedway Blvd. Viennese Verve shows Sun, Dec 29, 3pm at Grace St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams St. 400-5439, ChamberMusicPlus.org

FOX THEATRE Tedeschi Trucks Band performs Tue, Dec 3. The Klezmatics perform Thu, Dec 5. Wynonna & The Big Noise: A Simpler Christmas takes place Tue, Dec 10. El Cascanueces: The Nutcracker Ballet takes place Sat, Dec 14-Sun, Dec 15. A Swingin’ Christmas takes place Thu, Dec 19. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker takes place Sat, Dec 21. Prices and times vary. 17 W. Congress St. 624-1515, FoxTucsonTheatre.org

THE GASLIGHT THEATRE A Smalltown Christmas continues through Sun, Jan 5. 7010 E. Broadway Blvd. 886-9428, TheGaslightTheatre.com

LIVE THEATRE WORKSHOP Holiday Memories continues through Sun, Dec 29. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree: A Christmas Sing-A-Long shows Sun, Dec 1- Sun, Dec 22. See website for prices and times. 5317 E. Speedway Blvd. 327-4242, LiveTheatreWorkshop.org

ODYSSEY STORYTELLING SERIES Big Bad Words: The B*itch Show takes place Thu, Dec 5. 7pm, $7. Fluxx Studios and Gallery, 416 E. 9th St. 730-4112, OdysseyStoryTelling.com

PCC THEATRE ARTS Jazz Ensemble performs Tue, Dec 3. Wind Ensemble performs Thu, Dec 5. Chorale and College Singers perform Fri, Dec 6. Orchestra performs Sat, Dec 7. Musical Theatre Workshop performs Wed, Dec 11. Signature Selections, a contemporary dance concert, takes place Fri, Dec 13-Sat, Dec 14. $6-$10. Proscenium Theatre, 2202 W. Anklam Rd. 206-6670, Pima.edu/cfa

PUPPETS AMONG US Winterland, A Puppet Musical shows Sat, Dec 14-Sun, Dec 15 & Sat, Dec 21- Sun, Dec 22, 7:30pm. $6, kids; $8, adults. The Playhouse, 657 W. St. Mary’s Rd. 444-5538, PuppetsAmongUs.com

SEA OF GLASS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Holiday Celebration Fri, Dec 20. Featuring live music by TaliasVan’s Bright and Morning Star Choir & Orchestra, and the CosmoKids choir. 7pm. Ages 12+; $7. Children; Free. 330 E. 7th St. 398-2542, TheSeaofGlass.org

TUCSON IMPROV MOVEMENT Improv Throwdown on Saturdays, Dec 7-Dec 21. 5pm. Cage Matches begin at 6:30pm. $3-$5. Red Barn Theater, 948 N. Main Street. 314-7299, TucsonImprov.com

TUCSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Hot, Hot, Hot! takes place Sun, Dec 1, 2pm. Gerald McBoing-Boing takes place Sat, Dec 7, 10am & 11:15am. Bach, Bees & Beethoven takes place Fri, Dec 6, 8pm, and Sat, Dec 7, 2pm. Messiah, holiday special, takes place Sat, Dec 14, 8pm & Sun, Dec 15, 2pm. The Magic of Christmas takes place Sat, Dec 21, 8pm & Sun, Dec 22, 2pm. New Year’s Eve with the TSO takes place Tue, Dec 31, 6:30pm. See website for times and prices. TCC’s Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave. 882-8585, TucsonSymphony.org

UA’S ARIZONA REPERTORY THEATRE The Man Who Came To Dinner continues through Sun, Dec 8. Marroney Theatre, 1025 N. Olive Rd. 621-1162, TFTV.Arizona.Edu

UA PRESENTS Interpreti Veneziani performs Sun, Dec 8, 5:30pm. Prices vary. Westin La Paloma, 3800 E. Sunrise Drive. 621-3341, UAPresents.org

Performances- Cabaret Winding Road- PHoto by Abril Castillo

Winding Road Theatre Ensemble presents “Cabaret” Dec 5-Dec 22. Photo by Abril Castillo

WINDING ROAD THEATRE ENSEMBLE Cabaret shows Thu, Dec 5-Sun, Dec 22. $20-$22. Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. 749-3800, WindingRoadTheater.org

ZUZI! DANCE COMPANY The Poetry of Water – 16th Annual Solstice Celebration shows Thu, Dec 19-Sat, Dec 21. $13-$20. Zuzi’s Little Theater, 738 N. 5th Ave. 629-0237, ZUZIMoveIt.org

Exhibits Dec. 2013

November 25, 2013 | Marisa Bernal

ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM In Search of Sheridan Oman: The Art of a Desert Recluse continues through January. Regularly: Desert flora and fauna, animal presentations, Raptor Free Flights, more. $14.50 adults; $5, children 6-12. Daily; 7:30am- 5pm. 2021 N. Kinney Rd. 883-1380, DesertMuseum.org

Charles Strauss, the first Jewish mayor of Tucson. Photo courtesy Jewish History Museum.

JEWISH HISTORY MUSEUM Currently showing: Cowboys, Merchants, Miners and Booze; Archival Treasures and Holocaust History Center. Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun, 1pm-5pm; Fri, 12pm-3pm. $5 non-members. Free for members. 564 S. Stone Ave. 670-9073, JewishHistoryMuseum.org

MINI-TIME MACHINE MUSEUM Netsuke and Diminutive Carvings from Japan continues through Sun, Dec 8. Tue-Sat; 9am-4pm. Sun; 12pm-4pm. Adults; $9. Seniors or Military; $8. Youth; $6. Children 3 and under; free. 4455 E. Camp Lowell. 881-0606, TheMiniTimeMachine.org

POSTAL HISTORY FOUNDATION The 12 Days of Collecting, an exhibit featuring stamps, cachets, postmarks and Civil War patriotic envelopes relating to the modern version of “The 12 Days of Christmas,” continues through December. Tue-Sat, 8am-2pm. 920 N. 1st Ave. 623-6652, PostalHistoryFoundation.org

TOHONO CHUL PARK Small Works Exhibition continues through Sun, Dec 15. Katsinas: Tradition and Innovation opens Fri, Dec 20. Daily, 9am-5pm. Adults; $10. Seniors; $8. Military; $5. Children (5-12) $3.
7366 N. Paseo del Norte. 742-6455, TohonoChulPark.org

TUCSON BOTANICAL GARDENS Butterfly Magic continues through April 2014. Adults; $13. Student/Military; $12. Children 4-12; $7.50. Daily, 8:30am-4:30pm (except holidays). 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686, TucsonBotanical.org

UA POETRY CENTER Selections from the Permanent Collection: Small Books opens Mon, Dec 9. Mon & Thu, 9am-8pm; Tue & Wed, 9am-6pm; Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat, 10am-2pm. Poetry Center, 1508 E. Helen St. 626-3765, PoetryCenter.Arizona.Edu

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