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Live storytelling with F*ST Female Storytellers
F*ST, Female* StoryTellers, is back with a night of live storytelling. This time, the night will be centered around the theme "saints and sinners."
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 9
Where: The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave.
Cost: $10
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"Facing Each Other" Couples Drawing Workshop
Linus Schief, of local shop Warm Shape, will teach couples how to draw each other — without looking at the paper. The process is about truly seeing your partner and connecting with one another.
When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 9
Where: Tap & Bottle, 7254 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $36 per couple
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Trivia at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Test your knowledge in all things DreamWorks, "Futurama" and "Harry Potter" at these trivia nights. Teams can have as many as five people!
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, July 9, July 23 and July 30. Teams are signed up on a first come, first served basis. It's suggested to get there by 6 p.m. to secure your spot.
Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., 228 E. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend, recommended to buy a drink or two!
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July Happenings with Desert Rose Social Club
This new social club is hosting a slew of events in July, including clubs for pickleball, running, yoga, books and walking.
When: Various dates in July
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free to attend
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Canstruction Tucson: Build for Hunger
This art exhibit features "cansculptures" built with canned foods by teams of local architects, designers, builders, contractors and engineers. You can vote for your favorite sculpture by donating to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.
When: Now through Wednesday, July 10
Where: Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend
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Odyssey Live Storytelling
Attend this live storytelling event to hear stories surrounding the theme of "dreamy."
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 11
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.
Cost: $12
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Summer Kids Events at Bookmans
Enjoy themed activities for kids every Thursday through July (except for the Fourth of July) at Bookmans East. July events include a cargo plane challenge, the chance to make your own comet and learning about desert wildlife.
When: 10-11 a.m. Thursdays, July 11-25
Where: Bookmans East, 6230 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend
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Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, July 11-13; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 14
Where: Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Discovery Nights at Children's Museum Tucson
Visit Children's Museum Tucson for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.
When: 5-7 p.m. Thursdays; open Fourth of July
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting several different laser shows this July, each paired with different music by artists like Taylor Swift, Gorillaz, Daft Punk and Beastie Boys. The museum is open on the Fourth of July with family-friendly laser shows!
When: Various dates in July
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20.95, admission to science exhibits is included
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Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this might be your dream come true. Though not as extravagant as Willy Wonka's facility, take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to learn how the chocolate is made.
When: Noon and 2 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays in July
Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $20
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'90s Dance Party at Surly Wench
Surly Wench Pub is hosting a '90s dance party. Wear your best '90s-themed attire!
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, July 12
Where: Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $5. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Tasting History: Prickly Pear
Learn all about prickly pear, all while discovering how to harvest and prepare the fruits. Tastings are part of the fun.
When: 8-10 a.m. Friday-Saturday, June 12-13
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Slime + Friendship Bracelets
Create your own slime and friendship bracelets with the help of Di Luna Candles. All materials are included.
When: 4-6 p.m. Friday, July 12
Where: The Monica, 40 E. Congress St.
Cost: $32.50
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Science at Sunset: Into the Past with JWST
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium is hosting a special nighttime event to celebrate the James Webb Space Telescope. Enjoy a talk with Kevin Hainline from the JWST team, a planetarium showing, stargazing and more activities.
When: 6-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 12
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $25
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Paint & Sip with Caroline Martin
Local artist Caroline Martin is hosting two Paint & Sip events this July. At both events, attendees will get to paint on top of a vinyl.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, July 12 and 4 p.m. Sunday, July 21
Where: The Korean Rose, 6118 E. Speedway, on July 12; Postino, 2500 E. Grant Road, on July 21
Cost: $35-$45; The Korean Rose will have drink specials for purchase, Postino will have free wine for attendees
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Chillin at the Chul
Check out music, spirits and bites at Tohono Chul's summer series. On Saturdays, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play.
When: 6-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Aug. 31
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Summer Safari Nights
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures at Reid Park Zoo's after-hours Summer Safari Nights. Each event will have different themed activities including keeper chats, animal encounters, giraffe feedings, games and live music.
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 10
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $11.25 for adults, $7 for kids ages 2-14
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Cool Summer Nights
Enjoy the sights of the Desert Museum at night — in cooler temperatures! Bring a flashlight to walk around and possibly spot a nocturnal animal, touch a stingray and check out themed activities.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 24
Where: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $29.95 for adults, $19.95 for kids ages 3-12. $24.95 for Arizona residents.
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Night Wings at the Pima Air & Space Museum
The Pima Air & Space Museum is staying open late twice this July! Watch as the sun sets over the planes and enjoy themed activities.
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, July 13 and July 27
Where: Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost: $10 for ages 13 and up, free for ages 12 and under
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Family Dive-in Movie
Splash in the pool while watching a screening of 2023's "The Little Mermaid."
When: 7:45 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Oro Valley Aquatic Center, 23 W. Calle Concordia
Cost: $5, tickets must be purchased in advance
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Monsoon Party
Celebrate our beloved monsoon during this party featuring nonprofits and environmental groups, live music, crafts, amusement rides, monsoon-inspired vendors and themed food.
When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $10 for admission, activities and rides; $15 for the same perks, plus a beer or wine tasting flight. Tickets sold at the door are an additional $3.
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Spinnin’ Wheels Outdoor Roller Disco
DJ Herm will be rocking beats at this outdoor roller disco and dance party.
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $10. Bring your own skates!
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Native Seeds/SEARCH Monsoon Plant Sale
Native Seeds/SEARCH is hosting a plant sale featuring wildflowers, landscape plants, herbs, veggies and a pop-up shop with gifts like seasonings, spices, teas, hats and books.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13
Where: Native Seeds/SEARCH, 3584 E. River Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Quincie Douglas Back to School Bash
Families with school-age kids can get free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last during Tucson Parks and Rec's back-to-school bash. While you're there, enjoy free entertainment, vendors, lawn games, free booster seats, bike repairs and snacks. Kids must be present to receive a backpack!
When: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Quincie Douglas Center, 1575 E. 36th St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Eras Tour Pool Party
If you didn't get tickets to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour last year, Hotel McCoy is throwing a poolside version featuring nonstop Taylor Swift hits, Eras-themed drinks and tattoos, a friendship bracelet station and a pre-party class where you can paint a Taylor Swift album.
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Road
Cost: $35; paint class is a $50 separate cost
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Firefighter Wetdown
Head to this event at Flower & Bullets' Midtown Farm where kids will be able to cool down in the midst of a firefighter hose. Lunch will be provided and there will be a jumping castle.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13, firefighters arrive at 10 a.m.
Where: Midtown Farm, 3538 E. Ellington Place
Cost: Free to attend
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Music on the Mountain
For years, Mount Lemmon was home to a weekly concert series. The series went on hiatus in 2013, but it's back for the season and beyond, featuring live music Saturdays through October.
When: Saturdays; July 6 event is 2-5 p.m.
Where: Mount Lemmon Lodge, 12833 N. Sabino Canyon Park
Cost: Free to attend
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Stacks Book Club's Birthday
Stacks Book Club is getting ready to celebrate its first birthday! The Oro Valley bookstore and coffee shop will host an evening of activities, live music and pizza from Ciao Down.
When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Stacks Book Club, 1880 E. Tangerine Road Suite 140
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Art After Dark at Children's Museum Tucson
Each month, Children's Museum Tucson hosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Tucson Repair Cafe
Need something fixed? Bring it to the Tucson Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Xerocraft Makerspace, 101 W. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Vail Vendor Fair
Hosted by Vail Coffee Stop, this market will feature vendors and food.
When: 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13
Where: Vail Coffee Stop, 13105 E. Colossal Cave Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Foothills Community Markets
Visit this market to shop from vendors who have items like yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and more.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, closed July 6
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. Upcoming tours include the Turquoise Trail, Barrio Viejo, Santa Cruz River and Public Art and Murals.
When: Various dates, check out the calendar here.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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Bachata Social Dance Night
Put on your dancing shoes for a night of music and mingling! Enjoy a bachata class followed by social dancing. Summer, beach and neon attire is recommended.
When: 8-11 p.m. Saturday, July 13
Where: Tucson Creative Dance Center, 3131 N. Cherry Ave.
Cost: $15, cash or Venmo
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Nuestro Tianguis Tucson
Every Saturday and Sunday, head to Flowers & Bullets' Midtown Farm for a swap meet featuring vendors, food and music.
When: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where: Midtown Farm, 3538 E. Ellington Place
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Cricut Classes at Crafty Flamingo Studio
Get access to a Cricut machine and make your own custom crafts at this art studio. Cricut classes take place every Saturday where you'll learn everything from basics to special techniques.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3-5:30 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Crafty Flamingo Studio, 6061 E. Broadway
Cost: $45
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Libra & Thorn Workshops
Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting a slew of workshops and events in July. Among them: zodiac jewelry, vision boards and an intro to crafting sigils.
When: Various dates
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$40, depending on the event
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Craft Workshops with Colliope Co
Local shop and craft space Colliope Co is hosting several craft workshops this month, including a number of Christmas in July events.
When: Various dates
Where: Colliope Co, 2706 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $30-$99, depending on the class
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Sky Island Pool Parties
'Tis the season for pool parties! Head to Hotel McCoy every Sunday for free pool parties featuring DJ Humblelianess.
When: 5-8 p.m. Sundays in July
Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Road
Cost: Free to attend, sign a waiver at the front desk
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Movies at The Fox
The Fox might be better known for its concerts, but this summer the theater is screening movies, too. Catch showings of "The Wizard of Oz," "This Is Spinal Tap," "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," a sing-along version of "Frozen," "Sunset Boulevard" and "The Muppets Take Manhattan."
When: Various dates in July
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: $8-$10
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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! July events include bingo, sound bath meditation and yoga.
When: Various dates in July
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $25 for sound bath; $14 for bingo, reservations required; $18 for yoga
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Second SundAZe at TMA
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Activities include art-making and family yoga.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 14
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Pay what you wish
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The Omni Tucson x The Happy Hive
The Happy Hive is known for its north-side markets — now taking place at a new location with loads of fun activities in store. Visit the Omni Resort for a movie, lawn games, vendors and a plate of BBQ.
When: 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, July 14
Where: Omni Tucson National Resort, 2727 W. Club Dr.
Cost: $10
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Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for Tucson's south-side and west-side communities.
When: 8-10 a.m. Sunday, July 14; 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 26
Where: Ward 1, 940 W. Alameda St., on July 14; El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road, on July 26
Cost: Free to attend
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Sonoran Splash Pool Parties at Hacienda del Sol
When the triple-digit heat strikes, there's almost nothing more refreshing than a dip in the pool. Hacienda del Sol is opening up its pool for Sonoran Splash Pool Parties. Enjoy drinks, food, lawn games and DJ sets.
When: 3-7 p.m. Sundays, July 14, July 28, Aug. 11, Aug. 25
Where: Hacienda del Sol, 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Road
Cost: $35, includes a welcome gift and a free drink. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Line Dance Party & BBQ Fundraiser
The Homing Project, a local nonprofit hoping to support Tucson's unsheltered community through a village of tiny homes, is hosting a fundraiser at The Maverick featuring live music, a silent auction, line dance lessons and a buffet.
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 14
Where: The Maverick, 6622 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $75
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Crafting at Pueblo Vida Brewing
Pueblo Vida Brewing is hosting two crafty workshops this month, including the chance to paint a desert-themed tote bag on July 14 and a candle-painting class (with a beer flight) with Flicker & Fleur Designs on July 21.
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 14 for totes; 2 p.m. Sunday, July 21 for candles
Where: Pueblo Vida Brewing Company, 115 E. Broadway
Cost: $15 for totes; $45 for candles
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Explore nature through fun, hands-on exhibits at Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul
CMOV@TC has indoor and outdoor exhibits with daily activities and programming for kids and families that mesh with the environmental focus of Tohono Chul, teaching all about the culture, animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert!
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