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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 "Others and Mothers."
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 13
Where: The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave.
Cost: $10. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Themed Trivia at Crooked Tooth
Crooked Tooth Brewing Co. is hosting a number of themed trivia nights in June, including "Schitt's Creek," "Archer" and "Bob's Burgers."
When: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays beginning June 13. 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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Summer FUN at Tucson Parks and Recreation
Tucson Parks and Recreation has got something for everyone this summer. Cool off for free at one of 20 City pools, enjoy swim lessons or a wide array of classes for youth and adults, or sign the kids up for KIDCO summer camp! Keep an eye on the website for free pool parties all summer long.
Young Leaders United Social Hour
Young Leaders United, part of nonprofit United Way, is hosting their monthly social hour on June 14. Enjoy drinks and apps while networking with young professionals.
When: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 14
Where: Playground Bar & Lounge, 278 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks. RSVP in advance.
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Water Wednesdays
Every Wednesday this summer, Children's Museum Tucson will be hosting Water Wednesdays to help kiddos cool down with water fun in the courtyard.
When: 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays through August
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Included with admission, which is $11.
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Free Third Thursdays at MOCA
Third Thursday at Tucsonβs Museum of Contemporary Art is a party. The art museum is open late with free admission β and free beer from Barrio Brewing Co. KXCI will be DJing and Hungry Kepuha will be serving food.
When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, June 15
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Tucson, 265 S. Church Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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"Making Black America: Through the Grapevine" preview
The folks behind the Tucson Juneteenth Festival are organizing a free preview of "Making Black America: Through the Grapevine" at The Loft Cinema. There will be commentary by local historians and food will be available before the preview begins.
When: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, June 15. Preview begins at 5 p.m.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" as much as our food writer Ellice Lueders does, this might be your dream come true. Take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to see how the chocolate is made.
When: Various times and dates through June
Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $20
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Gardening Hour
Learn about gardening and bring home clippings all while connecting with The Garden Kitchen team.
When: 7-8:30 a.m. Thursdays
Where: The Garden Kitchen, 2205 S. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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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
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Movies at Reid Park
Every other Friday beginning June 2 and ending July 28, catch a family-friendly movie in Reid Park thanks to Cox Communications. There will be pre-show entertainment including performances, games and prizes. Food trucks will be onsite, too! The movie begins when the sun goes down.
When: 6 p.m. Fridays, June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28
Where: Demeester Outdoor Performance Center in Reid Park, 800 S. Concert Place
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food trucks. Bring chairs or blankets!
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Art Corner with BICAS
Get free access to recycled bike art parts, tools and other materials and get creative! Once you're finished, you can donate your creation to BICAS or give a suggested donation to the nonprofit, if you're able to. Check in at the front counter before heading to the art area.
When: 4-6 p.m. Fridays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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Monthly Tarot Salon
Metaphysical shop The Ninth House hosts informal tarot salons each month, allowing community members to practice their tarot reading skills. Bring a tarot or oracle deck β and a notebook and pen!
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, June 16
Where: The Ninth House, 2563 E. Fort Lowell Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Chillin at the Chul
Tohono Chul's summer series Chillin at the Chul is back for another year! Check out music, spirits and bites. On Saturdays, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play.
When: 5-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Sept. 2
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend
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Trivia at the Short Rest Tavern
Fridays are for trivia at the Short Rest Tavern, a hidden bar tucked inside Tucson Mall's Tucson Games and Gadgets. Upcoming themes include "Scooby-Doo," '90s music, Picard Day and Pokemon.
When: 7 p.m. Fridays
Where: Short Rest Tavern, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks. Tables are first come, first served.
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Tucson Juneteenth Festival
Head to this daylong Juneteenth celebration with live entertainment, a car show, food, job vendors, a kids zone and more.
When: 1-9 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Juneteenth Jam
Join Blax Friday, a database of Black-owned businesses in Arizona, for a night of live music at the Juneteenth Jam at Hotel Congress.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door
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World Margarita Championship
Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance and Tucson Originals Restaurants are hosting the annual World Margarita Championship. Local chefs and restaurants will battle for the margarita champion title, with live judging and a people's choice award.
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Dr.
Cost: $75. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Movies in Marana
Outdoor movie screenings in Marana stretch all the way into the fall season. On June 17, catch a screening of "Zootopia."
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 17. The movie begins at sundown.
Where: Gladden Farms Community Park, 12205 N. Tangerine Farms Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food trucks. Bring chairs or blankets!
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Movies on the Lawn in Oro Valley
Oro Valley has a whole roster of movies being shown on the lawn of their rec center this summer, including "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" on June 17.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La CaΓ±ada Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
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Makers Market at The Tuxon
Find more than 40 makers at this market created by Lilith & Daughters. Stay tuned to see which vendors will be there!
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: The Tuxon, 960 S. Freeway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays where you'll learn about reusing water around your home. Kids and teens can enjoy story time, song time and learning how to shape a worry stone.
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Moon Market
Four of Wands is hosting a moon market, complete with astrology, palm readers, and bone and tarot readings. There will be $20 Zodiac-themed flash tattoos, vendors and a food truck.
When: 2-9 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Four of Wands, 4349 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Traditional O'odham Agriculture at Mission Garden
Attend this event to learn about Tohono O'odham agricultural practices, including demonstrations and talks about traditional crops like corn, beans and squash.
When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 17
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Dinner at the Lavender Farm
June marks bloom season at the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle. Visit the farm on June 17 for a lavender-themed dinner with a menu that includes salad with lavender dressing, lavender roasted chicken and a strawberry lavender cupcake.
When: 6 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Life Under the Oaks Farm, 1221 N. Rancho Robles Road, Oracle
Cost: $65
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Desert Voices upcoming concert
Desert Voices, an LGBTQ+ chorus, is putting on a concert dubbed "Here's to Us! A Celebration of Friendship."
When: 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, June 17-18
Where: Pima Community College, 2202 W. Anklam Road
Cost: $20
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Kitten yoga with Barefoot Studio
Take this beginner's yoga class surrounded by kittens! Proceeds go to Southern Arizona Cat Rescue.
When: 1-2 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Barefoot Studio, 7053 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $20
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"In the Cases" opening reception
Etherton Gallery is hosting an opening reception for an exhibit dubbed "In the Cases," featuring the work of photographer Dan Budnik and mixed media artist Caleb Gutierrez. A DJ will spin music in the courtyard!
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Etherton Gallery, 340 S. Convent Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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"Blue" photography exhibition
The upcoming exhibit "Blue" at Decode Gallery will feature photography centered around the color blue. An opening reception takes place June 17.
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Decode Gallery, 320 S. Convent Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Cool Summer Nights
Enjoy the sights of the Desert Museum at night β 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. 26
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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Summer Safari Nights
Enjoy the cooler nighttime temperatures at Reid Park Zoo's after-hours Summer Safari Nights. Each event will have different themed activities including keeper chats, animal encounters and live music.
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 12
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $10.50 for adults, $6.50 for kids ages 2-14
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Sabino Canyon Crawler night tour
Take the shuttle through Sabino Canyon β at night! The night tours run every Saturday, depending on weather.
When: Saturdays through October. In June, tours begin at 7:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. depending on the day.
Where: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road
Cost: $15 per adult, $8 per child ages 3 to 12
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Laser shows at Flandrau
Elton John, Bowie and Pink Floyd β Flandrau has a roster of music-themed laser shows this June.
When: 7-8 p.m. Saturday, June 3 for Elton John; 8:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 3 for Bowie; 7-8 p.m. and 8:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 17 for Pink Floyd.
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $18, admission to science exhibits is included.
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with this class at Udall Park!
When: 8-9 a.m. Saturdays, June 3, June 17, June 24
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $25
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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 Mainly Murals; Surviving the Summer; the Turquoise Trail; Barrio Viejo; and more.
When: Various dates, check out the calendar here.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $25. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers and enjoy live music. While you're there, grab a bite to eat at one of the plaza's several eateries.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
At this event, you'll get to enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire, all while watching a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays through August
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost: $49 without dinner, $79 with dinner
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Juneteenth Market
Blax Friday, a locally-run database of Black business owners throughout Arizona, is hosting a Juneteenth market set to feature 16 vendors selling items like candles, jewelry and paintings.
When: 2-6 p.m. Sunday, June 18
Where: The Carriage House, 125 S. Arizona Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Father's Day Whiskey del Bac Tasting
Celebrate Father's Day at The Tuxon with a tasting of Whiskey del Bac, chocolates from Tucson Chocolate Factory and a leather flask burning workshop held by Tipsy Picassos.
When: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 18
Where: The Tuxon, 960 S. Freeway
Cost: $60
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The Tea on Tarot
Led by Golden Rays Tarot, head to new shop Monsoon Mystics for an hour of tea, snacks and a tarot spread.
When: 11 a.m. Sundays, June 4 and June 18
Where: Monsoon Mystics, 657 W. St Marys Road
Cost: $25
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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Lounge
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Lounge at these weekend events, including trivia, yoga and bingo.
When: Various dates
Where: El Jefe Cat Lounge, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $15 for trivia, adults only; $18 for yoga; $14 for bingo, reservations required.
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TKMA Song Circle Social Gathering
Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association, aka the folks who put on the annual Tucson Folk Festival, are putting together a bimonthly Song Circle Social. Bring your instrument, share some songs and mingle with fellow musicians.
When: 5:30-8 p.m. Sundays, June 4 and June 18
Where: Borderlands Brewing Company, 119 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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