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2018 Circus Classes

Children and adults of all levels get a chance to explore circus arts as a family in a fun and open environment.ย ย 

Where:ย The Circus Academy of Tucson,ย 400 W. Speedway Blvd.

When:ย Daily, Jan. 8 - Feb. 28ย click here for times.ย 

Cost:ย Click here for pricing.

For more informationย click here.

Free hula hoop fitness classย 

Exercise in a new fun way with hula hoops. Burn calories and build muscles.ย 

Where:ย Mercado San Agustin,ย 100 South Avenida del Convento

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 2-3 p.m.

Cost:ย Freeย 

For more informationย click here.

Yoga Glow

Glow in the dark with some friends and sweat it out. Try some yoga asana andย arco yoga at night. Arrive at 5:30 p.m. to paint yourself in black light paint.ย 

Where:ย Movement Culture,ย 435 E. Ninth Street

When:ย Friday, Jan. 12, 6-10 p.m.ย 

Cost:ย ย $15 person

For more informationย click here.

Free Fun Run and Walk at Saguaro National Park West

Burn off some calories andย  go for a free run/walk with friends and family. Get some exercise and enjoy the scenery.ย 

Where:ย Saguaro National Park West,ย 2700 N. Kinney Rd.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more informationย click here.

Jazzercise - Let's Get Outside!

One hour of heart-pumping and jam-moving jazzercise.ย 

Where:ย Mercado San Agustin,ย 100 South Avenida del Convento

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13,ย noon to 1 p.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more informationย click here.

Free Fitness Saturday at The Core

All classes are free in celebration of Beyond Tucson. Try Zumba at noon or "Let's Get Lean" at 1:15 p.m. Register here.

Where:ย The Core at La Encantada,ย 2905 E. Skyline Dr.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, noon and 1:15 p.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more informationย click here.

Annual Pilates Class Samplerย 

Try a new class for free. Try one of seven different classes at Body Works Pilates.

Where:ย Body Works Pilates,ย 1980 E. River Road Ste. 250

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 8-11:30 a.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more informationย click here.

Yoga Storytime

It's yoga for the family with Little Cardboard Rocket. Enjoy yoga poses while following the story line of "The Mitten."ย  Kiddos will also get to craft after class.

Where:ย Studio Space Tucson,ย 4648 E. Speedway Blvd.

When:ย Thursday, Jan. 11, 10-11 a.m.

Cost:ย $6

For more informationย click here.ย 

๐ŸŽ‰For Everyone๐ŸŽ‰

Paracord Bracelet Class

Learn how to creat a great survival tool with family and friends. You choose your own colors and learn how to make the cobra style paracord bracelet. Don't miss out!

Where:ย International Wildlife Museum, 4800 W. Gates Pass Rd.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to noon

Cost:ย Adults are $13.00 and $8.00 for kids 4-12 years old. Museum members are $3.ย 

For more information click here.

Successful Strategies for Growing Tomatoes

Enjoy a free two-hour workshop with your family and friends and learn how to choose the best varieties for our climate, when the best time to plant, and growing techniques that will help you grow your best tomatoes.ย 

Where:ย Miller-Golf Links Library, 9640 E. Golf Links Rd.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 9-11 a.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more information click here.

Free Downtown Jazz Fiesta

The Tucson Jazz Festival presents its annual Downtown Jazz Fiesta on MLK Day, with eight stages all over downtown Tucson featuring more than a dozen local bands, including jazz ensembles, R&B, blues and soul. There will be food trucks and beer and wine for purchase.

Where:ย Four stages in downtown Tucson: Toole Street and Fifth Avenue; Connect Coworking, 33 S. Fifth Ave.; Playground, 278 E. Congress; Hotel Congress Courtyard, 311 E. Congress

When:ย Jan. 15, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more information clickย here.

Tucson Jazz Festival

World-Class Jazz in Tucson

Where:ย Venues around Tucson. Click here forย details.

When:ย Jan. 11-21. Click here forย lineup.

Cost:ย Click here forย tickets.

For more information clickย here.

The Chuk-son Trail and Beyond: Urban Explorations!

Part of Beyond Tucson โ€” Join Ironwood Tree Experience for a 1.5-mile walking exploration along a section of the Chuk-son Trail. This eye-opening experience highlights Tucsonโ€™s natural and historical stories from the El Tiradito Shrine in Barrio Viejo to the base of Sentinel Peak (โ€œAโ€ Mountain).

Where:ย Walk begins at the southwest corner of S. Main Ave. and W. Simpson St. (near El Minuto Cafe).

When:ย Jan. 13, 9 a.m. to noon

Cost:ย Free

For more information clickย here.

Zoppรฉ Family Circus

Don't miss the chance to see the exciting tricks and events this year under the big top. This much-loved annual event wows kids and adults alike with their old world charm.

Where:ย Mercado San Agustin Annex,ย 267 S. Avenida del Convento

When:ย Jan 12-21,ย click hereย for dates and times.

Cost:ย ย $20-$80

For more informationย click here.

Illusionist Michael Howell

Bring your family to see a little magic.ย ย 

Where:ย Fox Tucson Theatre,ย 17 W. Congress St.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, two showtimes - 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.ย 

Cost:ย Free

For more informationย click here.

Origami in the Garden

Tucson Botanical Gardens presents the exhibitย Origami in the Garden, a display of larger-than-life sculptures incorporating a traditional form of artistic expression surrounded by the beauty of the gardens.ย 

Where:ย Tucson Botanical Gardens,ย 2150 N. Alvernon Way

When:ย Until April, 2018

Cost:ย Included with regular admission

For more information clickย here.

Desert Museum Mineral Madness Sale and Family Fun

Shop for your own mineral and fossil treasures at rock-bottom prices. Thousands of mineral specimens for sale for the novice to the serious collector. Bargain hunters will find specimens for as little as 50 cents.

The Museum's Junior Docents will run geology activity stations, where you can learn about mineral uses and special properties, make mineral crafts, and learn how to identify minerals. At each station, children can collect a free rock or mineral specimen in their own egg-carton collection box.

Where:ย Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum,ย 2021 N. Kinney Rd.

When:ย Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 13-14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost:ย Included with price ofย admission.

For more information clickย here.

Beyond Rhythms for Peace & Joy - New Year Drumming

Come and participate in a dynamic, exuberant and a family fun filled segment of rhythm, percussion, and dance. It's fun for the whole family.

Where:ย Mercado San Agustin, 100 South Avenida del Convento, Suite 200

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 3- 4 p.m.

Cost:ย Event is free to attendย 

For more information click here.

๐ŸŽˆFor Kids๐ŸŽˆ

Storytelling & Scavenger Hunt at Valley of the Moon

Come explore the winding paths and enchanted gardens of Valley of the Moon and be amazed by our storytellers or share a story of your own. Find all the hidden items on your treasure map and youโ€™ll get a prize!

Where:ย Valley of the Moon,ย 2544 E. Allen Road

When:ย Jan. 13, 3-7 p.m.

Cost:ย Admission is free but you can help spread the love of reading by bringing new or gently used books to donate to Make Way for Books.

For more information clickย here.

Paint Party

Kiddos get to listen to different genres of music while making art through different mediums. From classical to jazz, hip hop and more.

Where:ย Little Cardboard Rocket, 5360 E. Pima St.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 10-11 a.m.

Cost:ย Adults are free and participating kiddos are $9

For more informationย click here.

Art after Dark at the Children's Museum

Bring the kiddos to listen and learn as master puppet maker Matt Cotten teams up with musician Dante Rosano to tell short stories with sound and shadows.ย 

Where:ย Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. 6th Ave.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 5:30-8 p.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more information click here.

Kids Create at the museum of miniatures

This is a great way to spend some time with the kiddos and explore the art of miniatures. Kiddos get to create a pencil structure.ย 

Where:ย The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, 4455 E. Camp Lowell Dr.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 12-3 p.m.

Cost:ย Included with museum admission. Free for members.

For more information click here.

Kids Dollar Days at Old Tucson

Take your little cowboys and cowgirls for some fun at Old Tucson. Kids ages 4-11 get in for $1 all weekend. See the daily flag ceremonies, games with prizes, petting zoo, stunt shows, live entertainment and living history presentations about life in the old west.ย 

Where:ย Old Tucson, 201 S. Kinney Rd.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13 to Monday, Jan. 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost:ย Adults general admission and kiddos are $1 admission.ย 

For more information click here.

Read to ranch animals

Free reading to ranch animals!ย Bring a favorite book or pick one to read and keep from the ranch's collection.ย 

Where:ย Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids, 3250 E. Allen Rd.

When:ย Sunday, Jan. 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more information click here.

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Tucson Bridal Expo

Tucson's largest bridal show includes more than 70 vendors, three fashion shows and prizes including honeymoon packages, furniture gift certificates, photo sessions and more.

Where:ย El Conquistador Tucson,ย 10000 N. Oracle Rd.

When:ย Sunday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost:ย Free but tickets are required. Get themย here.

For more information clickย here.

Event is free to attend but register here.

Make & Sip: Clay Crafts

Get your hands dirty and have a few drinks. You get a chance to make small ring dishes, a planter, bowls and other fun projects. Bring your own wine/beverage and food.ย 

Where:ย Creative Tribe, 236 S. Scott Ave

When:ย Friday, Jan. 12, 6-9 p.m.

Cost:ย $5 includes 1 pound of white clay. Sculpting tools will also be provided.

For more information click here.

Female Fridays: Self Defense

Join an all-women's Krav Maga class taught by a women. Reality based self-defense in a supportive environment designed with women's specific self-defense needs.ย 

Where:ย Combat Krav Maga Unit 545,ย 3273 N. Freeway

When:ย Friday, Jan. 12, 6-7 p.m.

Cost:ย $0-$5 cash sliding scale, pay what you can.

For more informationย click here.

๐ŸŽฅMovies๐ŸŽฅย 

An American Werewolf in London

Take a friend and see a howling old classic with two American students on a walking tour of Europe, trudge on to the next town, when suddenly the air is pierced by an unearthly howl, and theyโ€™re attacked by a mysterious beast.ย 

Where:ย The Loft Cinema,ย 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.

When:ย Friday-Saturday, Jan. 12-13, 10-11:40 p.m.ย 

Cost:ย $5-$6

For more information click here.

Anastasia - Free Loft Jr. Screening

It's a free event for the family! Enjoy pre-show entertainment and watch a musical classic.ย 

Where:ย The Loft Cinema,ย 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 10-11:40 a.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more informationย click here.

Ferdinand Sensory-Friendly Film

Autism Society offers unique movie showings where the lights are turned up and the sound is turned down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing.

Where:ย AMC Lowes Theaters at the Foothills Mall Tucson,ย 7401 N. La Cholla Blvd.ย 

When:ย Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to noon

Cost:ย $4.76 each

For more informationย click here.

Hidden Figures - free MLK Day screening

See this movie free on Martin Luther King Day.ย 

Where:ย The Loft Cinema,ย 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.

When:ย Monday, Jan. 15,ย 7:30-9:40 p.m.

Cost:ย Free

For more information click here.

๐Ÿ›’Shopping๐Ÿ›’

Saguaro Market

Relax and get some shopping done for the new year at the January market.

Where:ย Saguaro Market,ย 657 W. St. Mary's Rd.

When:ย Thursday, January 11-14, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Jan 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost:ย Free to attend, but bring money for some new year shopping

For more informationย click here.

Gather A Vintage Market

Don't miss out on the January market.ย 

Where: 657 W. St. Maryโ€™s Rd

When:ย Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 11-13, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost:ย Free admission and parkingย 

For more information click here.

ย ๐Ÿ’ธWeekly Circulars๐Ÿ’ธ

Old Navy - Jan. 9-16, Clearance event. Get select items up to 75% off.

GAP - Winter clearance sale. Get select items up to 75% off.

H&M - Jan. 8-15.ย Save up to 80% off select items.ย 

Target - Jan. 7-13,ย Yogaย andย fitness gearย on sale.ย 50% off select toys, buy $25 or more of vitamins and get a $5 gift card, buy $15 or more of skin care products and get a $5 gift card, buy select Clorox or Swiffer products and get a $5 gift card.


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