Welcome back, reader.
Actually it is May and that means lots of things: Mother's Day, Memorial Day, THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL and another list of things to do that can (almost) fill up the whole month.
This a little snapshot of what's happening this month but come back every week to check out what else is happening over the weekend.
MOTHER'S (EVERY)DAY
Free First Saturday Mother's Day Activity
Experience the magic of Valley of the Moon with your kids. It's free and there will be plenty of Mother's Day activities and historical tours.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 6, 4-6 p.m.
Where: Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Rd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Take your mom to have a wild time
Start with brunch (and mimosas!), then take a stroll through the Reid Park Zoo and watch animal mamas get a treat.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 14, 8:30-10 a.m.
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 Zoo Court
Cost:
β’ $40 for adults
β’ $35 for Zoo Member adult
β’ $15 for children (2-14)
β’ Free for children under 2
Yoga with mom for mom
Barefoot Studio is giving moms a free yoga class on their special day. Everyone else has to pay $12 for a single class.
Find more information here.
When: All day on Mother's Day. Check the Thornydale and the Oracle schedules online.
Where: Both Barefoot Studio locations at 6781 N. Thornydale Rd., #225 and 7352 N. Oracle Rd.
Cost: Moms are free and everyone else pays $12.
Paint and eat muffins with mom
Make a special mug for your mom with your mom.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 14, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Color Me Mine at Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Rd., #166
Cost: $25 includes muffins, beverages and two painters. Reservations are required.
Eat all the melty foods
Get the family together for dinner at The Melting Pot. Moms get a MOMosa, a carnation and an option for one free entree.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 14, starts at 11 a.m.
Where: The Melting Pot, 7395 N. La Cholla Blvd., #302
Cost: Prices start at $33.95 for adults for all four-courses and $17.95 per child (12 and under) for the three-course option. Call (520) 575-6358 to make a reservation.
MOVIES
The Lego Batman Movie on the UA Mall
It's warm enough to watch movies outdoors now. Take your kiddos to see The Lego Batman Movie under the stars. Bring something to sit on and something to munch on.
Find more information here.
When: Wednesday, May 3, 8-10 p.m.
Where: University of Arizona Mall
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Bring something to sit on at University of Arizona Mall.
Cinema La Placita at TMA
Cinema La Placita kicks off the season with a new location and "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?" Don't forget cash to pay the admission.
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, May 4, starts at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: $3 per person, includes popcorn.
"Wall-E" in the Park
SAACA's Movies in the Park are back with movies, food trucks and fun! Don't forget to bring something to sit on and some cash for food. The season starts with "Wall-E".
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 5, 7:15-9:15 p.m.
Where: Reid Park's Demeester Outdoor Performance Center
Cost: Event is free to attend.
"Clueless" at The Loft
Will you be watching anything but "Clueless" this month? As if. Grab your girlfriends to watch a 90's favorite on the big screen.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6 at 10 p.m.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: General admission is $6 and $5 for Loft members.
"Mamma Mia" Sing Along
It lands on Mother's Day. Your mama can dress up, sing along and get a goodie bag.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 14, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Rd.
Cost: General admission is $10 and $8 for children (12 and under) and Loft members.
"Lego Movie" in Marana
Watch "Lego Movie" outside. Bring something to sit on and some cash for treats from the food truck.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 20, 7:45-9:30 p.m.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
MARKETS
Saguaro Market
The hip monthly market is open again for your shopping needs. Get what you need or just check it out because it won't be open in June.
Find more information here.
When: Open May 4-7, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Where: Saguaro Market, 657 W. St. Mary's Rd.
Cultivate
We get another pop-up market soon! And we already know it's going to be a hit. There will be 50 vendors selling prints to vintage rings to leather goods to coffee.
Find more information here.
Becca Rand makes a sale at her Becca Rand Illustrations table.
When: Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 832 S. Sixth Ave.
The sale is happening at 832 S. Sixth Ave.
Vintage Pop Up
Buy the vintage stuff and listen to music from classic vinyl.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 21, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
MUSEUMS
Weird Plant Sale
No one has enough plants and definitely not enough weird plants. Tucson Botanical Gardens is bringing you some of the weirdest plants to put on your desk or gift to your mother.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 13, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: Admission is free during the sale and half price after 1 p.m.
Free admission to the International Wildlife Museum
If you've never experienced the International Wildlife Museum, go because it's free.
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, May 18, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: International Wildlife Museum, 4800 W. Gates Pass Blvd.
Cost: Admission is free.
& MORE
May Bonfire at Creative Tribe
Collaborate with Tucson creatives. At the beginning of every month, Creative Tribe invites everyone working on a project for refreshments and advice.
Find more information here.
When: Monday, May 1, 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: Creative Tribe Studio, 236 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $7
"Only in Tucson" Stories
Listen to stories told by Tucsonans that will make you proud to be a Tucsonan (maybe!).
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, May 4, 7-9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30.
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.
Cost: Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students. You can buy them online or at the door on the day of the event.
Free Pilates Class
Free workouts are awesome and this one's outside too, but you gotta get up early. Double whammy!
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 6, 7-8 a.m.
Where: St. Philips Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Agave Heritage Fest
Don't miss the Ninth Annual Agave Heritage Festival. Sip and learn about a bunch of tequilas and dance to the music.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 6, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $35 at the door.
Oro Valley Pool Party
Free things are awesome and you can have pool fun in Oro Valley for free. There will be games, food vendors and prizes.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Oro Valley Aquatic Center, 23 W. Calle Concordia
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Mermaid Paint Party
You don't have to be an artist to paint your own mermaid. All you have to do is bring your favorite wine or beer and follow along the demonstration, all of the supplies are provided.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 14, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Veg Box, 75 E. Pennington St.
Cost: $30 per person.
End of School Year Celebration
Celebrate the end of the school year with an 80's dance party. Your kiddo can dress up in neon and enjoy the under-21 beverages.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 20, starts at 7 p.m.
Where: Five Palms Steak and Seafood, 3500 E. Sunrise Dr.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Succulent & Air Plant Terrarium Workshop
Make your own Insta-ready succulent arrangement. All the soil, plants and containers are included and you'll be able to ask as many questions as you want.
Get your tickets before May 17 or before it sells out.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 21, 1-4 p.m.
Where: Creative Tribe Studio, 236 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $49 per person.
Laughter yoga ...
Yeah, we still have no idea but it sounds fun.
Find more information here.
When: Tuesday, May 23, 6-7 p.m.
Where: Quaker Meeting House, 931 N. Fifth Ave.
Cost: It's free but it would be nice to donate some money.
Mama and Baby Yoga
Do yoga with your baby?! Yes! Explore with your new baby, rebuild core strength, release tension and practice breathing exercises. Poses are designed for relaxation for both mama and baby. Find more workouts to do with your baby here.
Find more information here.
When: Thursday, May 25, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Where: Tucson Yoga, 150 S. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $6
Learn to make your own butterfly garden
Your garden brings all the butterflies to the yard.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 26, 1-2 p.m.
Where: Green Things, 3384 E. River Rd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Get free stuff and a free bike mechanics class
Learn how to maintain your bike and then when you're done, you'll receive front/rear reflective bike tape and a free patch kit. You will also receive your choice of a helmet, bike light set, u-lock or a multi-tool set for free.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Ward VI Council Office, 3202 E. First St.
Cost: Class is free to attend. Call (520) 724-2453 or email Olga.Valenzuela-Ochoa@pima.gov to sign up.
The class is at the Ward VI Council Office, 3202 E. First St.
Fifth Annual Memorial Day 3.5 Mile Run/Walk
Spend your Memorial Day active. Get up super early to walk or run around Reid Park.
Find more information here.
When: Monday, May 29, Registration starts 5:15 a.m. and the run starts 6 a.m.
Where: Ramada 22 at Reid Park, 900 S. Randolph Way
Cost: $30 per person. Register here.
Twin Peaks Trivia Night
Are you obsessed with this 90's show? Yeah, so is Casa Film Bar. And to celebrate the release of the 2017 series, they're hosting a trivia night.
Find more information here.
When: Tuesday, May 30, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Casa Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Learn women's backpacking basics
Use this summer to do lots of backpacking but learn about everything that goes into it.
Find more information here.
When: Wednesday, May 31, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: REI, 160 W. Wetmore Rd.
Cost: Class is free to attend.
