It's the middle of August and we're feeling the back to school vibes more than ever. Bring on the learning! *Puts on glasses and sharpens pencil.*
Classes begin for the University of Arizona and Pima Community College next week and all of the schools in town are open.
What better way to refresh our expanding minds than with a bunch of smart deals and fun events happening in Tucson this weekend.
• It's time to talk fall wardrobe. Target jeans are on sale this week starting at $6 for kids and $15 for adults. Buy one get one 50% off on selected bras, bralettes and women's shoes. Get your home or dorm room looking cute with new bedding starting starting at $14.99. and cube shelving for $28.
• Walmart sill has a bunch of back to school deals including $0.97 on selected Crayola items and $9.98 backpacks. They also have some dorm essentials on sale. Pick up a microwave for $29.88 or a mini-fridge for $79.
• And when you're done checking out the stores, why not buy a cat and go to a birthday party? The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter and Sanctuary is throwing a Quinceañera for all of their senior cats as part of a national "Clear the Shelters" campaign. Adoption fees for cats over the age of 7 are $5. Find more info here.
FOR YOU AND YOUR BFF 👯
Get bendy with farm yoga
The yoga class will take place on a patio in the center of the farm.
Las Milpitas de Cottonwood Community Farm is hosting a free yoga class where you can strike a pose with the veggies. It's for all levels and is one of three yoga classes being offered in the patio of the community garden this year.
Get to know more about the classes, additional dates and the farm here .
When: Saturday, Aug. 19 from 6-7 p.m.
Where: Las Milpitas de Cottonwood Community Farm, 2405 South Cottonwood Lane
Cost: Free, register at communityfoodbank.org. Bring your own mat if you got it. 😊
"Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" at the UA Mall
If you missed this summer's sci-fi superhero space adventure, don't worry!
Watch the latest "Guardians of the Galaxy" movie for free on a solar-powered screen presented by The Loft Cinema and Cats After Dark. 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.
Get tickets now for Beat the Heat Sangria & Salsa Festival next weekend (Sponsored)
This festival has everything you’ve dreamed of for a perfect weekend: sangria, salsa, craft and Mexican beers, tequila, music, and air conditioning. Taste 15 different sangrias. Girl, some are served in an ice luge! Watch salsa dancing expos every hour by the Fred Astaire Dance Team while you snack on empanadas. Get tickets now.
When: 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26
Where: Tucson Convention Center
Cost: Get the $35 ticket for the full experience.
Pinball rumble at D&D Pinball
Cecilia Olea tests her skill against the X-Men machine while competing in a tournament at D & D Pinball.
It's an all out pinbrawl this Sunday as arcade enthusiasts go head-to-head in a knockout pinball tournament — back to school edition. The glory could be all yours. Arrive early to register and warm up.
More information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20, 1-4 p.m. Tournament starts at 1:30 p.m.
Where: D&D Pinball, 331 East 7th Street
Cost: No entry fee. Pay for only the games you play.
It's an all out pinbrawl this Sunday as arcade enthusiasts go head-to-head in a knockout pinball tournament — back to school edition. The glor…
Analog Hour at Tap and Bottle and Exo Roast Co.
Turn off that smartphone, put away the laptop and enjoy two hours of non-technology bliss at the downtown Tap and Bottle and Exo coffee shop. Bring a book or a friend and live like it's 1994. Analog Hour is hosted the third Sunday of every month.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Tap and Bottle Downtown and Exco Roast Co., 403 North 6th Ave.
Cost: Free. Pay for food and drinks.
Turn off that smartphone, put away the laptop and enjoy two hours of non-technology bliss at the downtown Tap and Bottle and Exo coffee shop. …
Check out Desert Vintage's new space
Tucson clothing treasure Desert Vintage has moved from their place on Fourth Avenue to a new location just a few blocks away. Toast to their new Sixth Avenue location and five year anniversary this Saturday. There will be treats provided their new neighbors, Exo Roast Co.
More information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 19, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Desert Vintage, 403 North 6th Avenue
Cost: Free
Tucson clothing treasure Desert Vintage has moved from their place on 4th Avenue to a new location just a few blocks away. Toast to their new …
FAMILY FUN 🎉
Celebrate Tucson's Birthday with birthday cake and trains
Tucson turns 242 on Sunday — now that's a lot of birthday candles. Commemorate another year for our town by going to a Tucson birthday party hosted by the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum. There will be a proclamation by Tucson Mayor Jonathan Rothschild, mariachi music, a presentation about early Tucson, and let's not forget cake!
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 19 at noon
Where: Historic AMTRAK Tucson Train Depot, 400 North Toole Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend
Tucson turns 242 on Monday—now that's a lot of birthday candles. Commemorate another year for our town by going a Tucson birthday party hosted…
Solar Saturday at the Children's Museum
This photo provided by Bob Baer and Sarah Kovac shows a "diamond ring" shape during the 2016 total solar eclipse in Indonesia.
Learn all about the upcoming solar eclipse and get a free pair of special sunglasses that will allow you to safely view it. Admission to the Children's Museums in Tucson and Oro Valley is just $1.25 as part of Tucson Electric Power's 125 years in operation.
Find more information about Solar Saturday here and find more solar eclipse events here.
When: Saturday, Aug.19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 South 6th Avenue and Children's Museum Oro Valley, 11015 North Oracle Road
Cost: General admission is $1.25
Learn all about the upcoming solar eclipse and get a free pair of special sunglasses that will allow you to safely view it. Admission to the C…
Nandi Bubble Birthday Party
Nandi plays in the rain as her second birthday approaches in 2016.
Did you know Nandi the elephant at the Reid Park Zoo and the city of Tucson share a birthday? Our favorite pachyderm is turning three and is celebrating by throwing a big bubble bash. There will be a bubble blizzard in the Tanzania part of the zoo followed by even more bubbles throughout the park. Watch Nandi unwrap (or sit) on present boxes. Kids can take home a free elephant lollipop while supplies last.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Reid Park Zoo
Cost: Regular admission applies. Check here for rates.
Broken pot workshop at Green Things
Give a broken gardening pot a second chance by learning how build a creative and cute planter out of its pieces. Bring your own busted up container or use the mishaps collected in the nursery.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Green Things, 3235 East Allen Road
Cost: This event is free to attend. If you want to build a planter there are items available for sale.
Give a broken gardening pot a second chance by learning how build a creative and cute planter out of its pieces. Bring your own busted up cont…
Live your best (night)life 🍻😜
90s' Bar Crawl on 4th Avenue
Bust out those Nirvana CDs, put on an outfit you purchased from a dELiA*s catalog and party like it's 1999 this Saturday night at the 90s' bar crawl on 4th Ave.
Tickets to this event gets you drink specials at all participating bars, 90s swag and entry to fun activities including a dance competition and costume contest. A portion of the proceeds go to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona.
Find more information and where to pick up wristbands here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 19 from 4 p.m. to midnight
Where: Participating bars along Fourth Avenue
Cost: $15. Buy tickets here.
Bust out those Nirvana CDs, put on an outfit you purchased from a dELiA*s catalog and party like it's 1999 this Saturday night at the 90s' bar…
Hawaiian Luau at 1912
Feel like you're on the topical island of Hawaii as you listen to ukulele players and attempt to do the hula at the 1912 Brewing Company Luau. Shaka's Hawaiian Grill will be there serving food from 3-8 p.m. so come hungry. Beercocktails too!
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 19 from noon to 10 p.m.
Where: 1912 Brewing Company, 2045 North Forbes Boulevard #105
Cost: Event is free to attend. Pay for food and booze.
Feel like you're on the topical island of Hawaii as you listen to ukulele players and attempt to do the hula at the 1912 Brewing Company Luau.…
Teacher Appreciation Night at the Desert Museum
Guests enjoy a stroll through the dark to the Desert Gardens by the light of the trees during Cool Summer Nights at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
Join the Arizona-Sanora Desert Museum for one of their Cool Summer Nights events where you can experience the park under the moonlight. Teachers get free admission and 10 percent off gift shop items with a school ID. They can even take home free science books for the classroom.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, Aug. 19, 5-10 p.m.
Where: Arizona-Sanora Desert Museum, 2012 North Kinney Rd.
Cost: Free admission for teachers with a school ID. Arizona-Sonora residents $15.50, children under 3 get in free, ages 3-12 are $8.
Join the Arizona-Sanora Desert Museum for one of their Cool Summer Nights events where you can experience the park under the moonlight. Teache…
