We have so many things to look forward to in August.
Things to look forward to: School's back in session, the return of the mermaids, Tucson's birthday and the return of the college students.
Here's what we found for you this month.
DO SOMETHING WITH THE WHOLE FAM
Silly Tassie's Back-to-School Bash at Bookmans
Get the kids excited about going back to school with face painting, balloon animals and carnival games.
Find more information here.
When: Activities start at 10 a.m. Wednesday through Friday, Aug. 2-4 at a different Tucson Bookmans location each day.
Where: All three Tucson Bookmans locations: Bookmans East, 6230 E. Speedway Blvd.; Bookmans Midtown, 3330 E. Speedway Blvd.; Bookmans Northwest, 3733 W. Ina Rd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Wednesday at Bookmans East, 6230 E. Speedway Blvd.
ARTivity at Sonoran Glass School
Take the kiddos to the Sonoran Glass School for a bunch of free hands-on activities and some that cost money ($3-$10). There will also be food trucks and live entertainment.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Sonoran Glass School, 633 W. 18th St.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Sip & Sketch at Tucson Hop Shop
Relax at the bar with a beer (not free) and something to color.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 6, noon to 8 p.m.
Where: Tucson Hop Shop, 3230 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Art Sprouts at the UA Museum of Art
Take your 2- to 5-year-old to the Museum of Art at the UA for interactive story time. Children will explore art, move around, read, and investigate objects and art materials.
Find more information here.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 9, starts at 9:30 a.m.
Where: The University of Arizona Museum of Art, 1031 N. Olive Rd.
Cost: Art Sprouts is free with Museum admission. General admission is $8 and $6.50 for seniors 65+, free for members and UA students/staff/faculty. Email Chelsea Farrar at cjfarrar@email.arizona.edu or call 520-621-9504 to RSVP.
Return of the Mermaids
There is so much going on when the mermaids come to town. We're excited about the Tucson Improv Movement's mermaid show ($5), meeting a real-life mermaid, the costume contest, a mermaid dance party just for over 21s at Surly Wench ($5 cover) and more.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 12, 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Along Fourth Avenue and Downtown Tucson
Cost: Most activities are free, others cost money.
Along Fourth Avenue and Downtown Tucson.
Botanas, Bebidas and Birthday Cake at Mission Garden
Celebrate Tucson's birthday with traditional foods, drinks and birthday cake.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20, starts at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: General admission is $40 or $12 for children 12 and under. Get your tickets online.
Solar Eclipse Party at Sky Bar
Watch the solar eclipse at Sky Bar. There will be astronomers to answer questions and free solar protective glasses to wear, plus $1 coffee.
Find more information here.
When: Monday, Aug. 21, 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Sky Bar Tucson, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Young Flyers Fun at Pima Air and Space Museum
Your kiddo will learn about the world of aviation and aerospace with activities, tours, stories and demonstrations.
Find more information here.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 23, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Pima Air and Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Rd.
Cost: Young Flyers Fun is free with admission. General admission is $15.50 for adults (13 and older), $12.25 for Pima County residents, $12.75 for Seniors (65+) and military, $9 for children 5-12, and free for children 4 and under.
Fourth Friday Farmers Market at Tucson Botanical Gardens
Buy your produce, things you didn't think you needed and explore the gardens.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, Aug. 25, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: Included in admission. General admission to the gardens is $9 for adults; $8 for students, seniors & military; and $5 for children (4-17).
Kids Miniature Garden Workshop at Green Things
Take your kids to Green Things to make their own miniature garden. Just imagine their tiny hands making a tiny garden. S'cute.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 26, 10 a.m. to noon.
Where: Green Things, 3384 E. River Rd.
Cost: Demonstration is free. You just have to bring supplies or buy some at Green Things.
Space Night at the Children's Museum
It's a little pricey but you can take your family to the Children's Museum for a night of space activities and pizza and a SLEEPOVER AT THE MUSEUM (yes, there will be breakfast).
Find more information here.
When: Starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26 and ends at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27.
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: $50 per nonmembers or $45 per members. Get your tickets online.
GO SEE A MOVIE(S)
Free showing of "Zootopia" at Reid Park
Nothing beats a free movie. Get the family together for a free showing of "Zootopia" under the stars.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, Aug. 4, activities start at 6 p.m. and the movie at dusk around 7:45 p.m.
Where: Reid Park's Demeester Outdoor Performance Center
Cost: Event is free to attend.
"Rebel Without a Cause" at the Temple of Music and Art
The dreamy James Dean will be at the Temple of Music and Art for the Arizona Theatre Company's Classic Films at the Temple — well, he won't be actually be there but you'll get to see him in "Rebel Without a Cause." There will be popcorn, food trucks, and live entertainment.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 6, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $10 per person, includes popcorn and a beverage.
Gelato + Wine + Beer + Marilyn Monroe = ❤️
Bella's Gelato Shoppe food truck is pairing gelato with beer and wine, and while you enjoy the pairing, Casa Film Bar is playing Marilyn Monroe movies. It's going to be fabulous.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, Aug. 11, 6-11:59 p.m.
Where: Casa Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend. Bring money for the gelato pairing.
Free Classic Film at Fox Theatre
"South Pacific" is playing at the Fox for free.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 12, 7:30-10 p.m.
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Horror Night at The Flycatcher
Watch horror films and listen to spooky songs. The event is free but you have to be 21 years or older to attend.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 13, 9 p.m. to midnight
Where: The Flycatcher, 340 E. Sixth St.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
"Guardian's of the Galaxy Vol. 2" at the UA Mall
Another free movie but this one's out of this world. Watch the latest "Guardian's of the Galaxy" movie under the stars with your friends or family. Don't forget to bring something to sit on and snack on.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, Aug. 18, 9-11:30 p.m.
Where: UA Mall
Cost: Event is free to attend.
The movie is playing on the UA Mall.
"Rosemary's Baby" at TMA
Cinema La Placita is playing "Rosemary's Baby" in TMA's courtyard.
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, Aug. 24, movie starts at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: $3 per person.
"Can't Buy Me Love" at The Loft
Did you know that Patrick Dempsey made a movie in Tucson? If you already knew this, get excited because you'll get to see the movie on the big screen to celebrate Tucson's birthday. Oh, and there will be free birthday cake (while supplies last).
Find more information here.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 29, 7:30-9:15 p.m.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: General admission is $9.50, $7.75 for students (with ID) and $6.50 for children.
GO WORKOUT
The Nerd Gym's Launch Party
Welcome the new downtown gym with a cosplay dance party, games, food and a fitness scavenger hut. You're not actually working out but it's at a gym so it counts, right?
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5, 5-8 p.m.
Where: The Nerd Gym, 15 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Session Yoga's Eastside Grand Opening Party
Session Yoga has another location on the east side (on Speedway Boulevard and Craycroft Road) and they want you to celebrate with them. There will be free yoga, food and drinks.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 12, 5-7:30 p.m.
Where: Session Yoga East, 1135 N. Jefferson Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
The new location is at 1135 N. Jefferson Ave.
Farm Yoga at Las Milpitas De Cottonwood
It's yoga at a farm. 'Nough said. Don't forget to bring your own mat.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 19, 6-7 p.m.
Where: Las Milpitas De Cottonwood, 2405 S. Cottonwood Lane
Cost: Event is free to attend.
THIS IS FOR THE ADULTS
Coffee and Content at Cartel
Chat with other bloggers over some coffee and treats. This month's meeting brings you guest speaker Jenna Rutschman, the woman behind The Get It Girl Show podcast. You'll be able to chat with her and others about the blogging world.
Find more information here.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 1, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Cartel Coffee Lab, 210 E. Broadway Blvd.
Cost: $5 per person. Register online.
Fourth Annual Tucson Michelada Challenge
If you love micheladas, go to the Tucson Michelada Challenge to try what Tucson micheladas have to offer.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: General admission is $25 per person and $65 for the VIP experience. You can buy your tickets online or the TCC box office.
Full Moon Beer Meditation at Starr Pass
Relax under the full moon with the best kind of meditation: beer and floating in a pool. You have to be 21 to attend the event.
Find more information here.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 8, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, 3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Cost: $25 per person at the door. Call (520) 791-6117 for reservations.
Female Storytellers at The Flycatcher
Listen to inspirational women share stories about "dog days." The proceeds benefit Tucson Cold Wet Noses! You have to be 21 to attend the event.
Find more information here.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 9, 7:30-9 p.m.
Where: The Flycatcher, 340 E. Sixth St.
Cost: Admission is $7. Get your tickets online.
Shimmering Mermaids Paint Party at Macaroni Grill
Get excited about the mermaid parade with a paint party centered around the magical creatures. Grab a drink, a paint brush and follow the instructor's instruction.
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, Aug. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Romano's Macaroni Grill, 5100 E. Broadway Blvd.
Cost: $30 per painter. Register online.
Bad Decisions Camp Out at AZ Hops and Vines
Attending this event will be the best decision you make this month. It combines live music, lots of wine and other booze, food from trucks and other local restaurants, s'mores, astronomy AND it's a camp out so you don't have to worry about who's going to drive home.
Find more information here.
When: Starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 12 and ends at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13.
Where: Arizona Hops and Vines in Sonoita, 3450 Highway 82
Cost: $25 for the people that are going to drink and $10 for those that won't. Overnight parking passes cost $20, day parking costs $5, and $50 for RV parking.
Arizona Hops and Vines in Sonoita at 3450 Highway 82
Cacti Embroidery Workshop at Creative Tribe
Always been interested in embroidery? Learn how to embroider your own little cactus at Creative Tribe's guided workshop. Sounds like the best gal pal date.
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, Aug. 17, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Creative Tribe, 236 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $29 per person. Get your tickets online.
Hogwarts Paint Party at Crooked Tooth
If you're obsessed with Van Gogh and Harry Potter, this event is for you. You'll learn how to paint a starry night over Hogwarts.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20, starts at 6 p.m.
Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., 228 E. Sixth St.
Cost: $30 per painter. Register online.
"The Fast and The Furious" Trivia Night at Casa Film Bar
You deserve a round of applause if you've seen all eight Fast and Furious movies. Casa Film Bar is having a trivia night for people that love the movies.
Find more information here.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 29, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Casa Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
