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Return of the Mermaids

Get dressed up as your favorite sea creature and head downtown for some fin-flippin fun.ÌýFace painting, costumes, local artists, mermaid goods, DJ Clint, dancing, fire spinning, meet mermaids, costume contests, food trucks, prizes, parade and a mermaid pageant.Ìý

After 9 p.m. things get more grown up, so keep that in mind when deciding when to take the kiddos home.

Where: Fourth Avenue and downtown

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 10, 3-11 p.m.

Cost: Free

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World Margarita Championship

Join an unforgettable evening of spirited cocktail competitions, tastings of world class margaritas, tequilas, southwestern cuisine and more. The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ chefs and restaurants will battle it out with live judging and a people's choice awards for the best signature margarita.Ìý

Where:ÌýWestward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa,Ìý

When:ÌýFriday, August 2, 6:30-9 p.m.

Cost:Ìý$60, get your ticketsÌý.Ìý

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Sign up for fall ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Parks and RecreationÌýÌý(Sponsored)

ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Parks and Recreation’sÌýÌýfor Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 is now available online andÌýÌýfor classesÌý. Printed copies are available at any Parks and Recreation center, pool, or administration office.

TheÌýÌýcontains information on leisure classes, Afterschool KIDCO, aquatics, sports camps, registration, and the Discount Program. To register, visitÌý. For registration information and deadlines look through theÌý.

Family Funday at the Farmers Market

,Ìý,ÌýÌýare teaming up for a family fun Friday event. The morning features 15 local food vendors,Ìýlive music, petting zoo, prize wheel, lawn games, and a kid’s area with hula hoops.ÌýPlus, face painting available from Desert Rainbow Kristi and a free petting zoo hosted byÌý.ÌýThere will be $6 wristbands that will give you unlimited access to the ferris wheel, carousel and train.

Where:ÌýTrail Dust Town,Ìý

When:ÌýFriday, Aug. 2, 8 a.m. to noon

Cost:ÌýWristbands are $6

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At Tohono Chul, Wizards Unite

The adventure begins with live concert by Harry and the Potters, mystical eats/sweets, supernatural shopping, wizards chess, tea leaf readings, Potter games, sprout your very own mandrake and more.

Where:ÌýTohono Chul,

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 3, 6-10 p.m.

Cost:Ìý$3 per person, $5 for 2 people, $10 for 2 adults and up to 4 kids

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Humane Society Family Fun Adoption Night

Meet available pets including puppies, kittens, dogs, cats, and amazing seniors at thisÌýfamily fun event that will have a face painter, refreshments, prize wheel, raffle, Hand in Paw Kids Club educational pets, and a mini horse named Cinnamon.Ìý

Where:ÌýThe Humane Society of Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,

When:ÌýFriday, Aug. 2, 5-8 p.m.

Cost: Free to attend, but bring some money to adopt.Ìý

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The 8th Annual Kid'z Expo and Back to School

This event is full of fun, music, raffles, games, and a 2,500-backpack giveaway.Ìý

Where:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Bilingual ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥paper, , Building 3A

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: Free

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Free Music In Marana: Gray2Red

Bring your dancing shoes for a night of free music in the park. Enjoy music while lounging in a chair or on a blanket.

Where:ÌýCrossroads at Silverbell District Park,

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 3, 7-8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free, bring a chair or blanket to sit on

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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Storytellers: This is ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥

From raspados to saguaros, there are just some things that are so...ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.Ìý

Join us for a night of living storytelling centered around our favorite desert city.Ìý

Six community members will take the stage on Aug. 13 at El Casino Ballroom to share their true, first-person stories about how ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ played a role in changing their lives.Ìý

ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Storytellers is a live storytelling event hosted by the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ and This is ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.Ìý

Where:ÌýEl Casino Ballroom,ÌýÌý

When:ÌýTuesday, Aug. 13, 7-8:30 p.m.

Cost:ÌýThese nights routinely sell out. Get your tickets now atÌý!Ìý

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Dog Days at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Botanical Gardens

From now till Sept. 30, your furry friend will be allowed to visit and enjoy the gardens with their human pals.

Where:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Botanical Gardens,Ìý

When:ÌýNow throughÌýSept. 30, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Cost:ÌýAdmission is $3 per dog for a day pass and $20 for a membership. Each dog membership comes with a custom canine card and must be added to an existing garden membership.ÌýHuman pricing is $15 general admission, $13 for students, seniors and military, $8 for children ages 4-17, garden members and children under 4 get in for free.

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Bats in Flight

Watch as hundreds of bats emerge from their daytime roosts under the Campbell Avenue Bridge over the Rillito River. Pima County naturalists and volunteers provide information and family-friendly activities. All ages welcome.Ìý

Where:ÌýPima County Rillito River Park,

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

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Friday Night BBQs at the Racquet Club

Cruise over to the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Racquet Club for some tasty BBQ and a dip in the pool. The barbecue pool parties will be available to members and non-members every Friday until the end of September.Ìý

Where:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Racquet & Fitness Club,Ìý

When:ÌýFriday,ÌýAug. 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost:ÌýMembers are free; non-members $5, $2 for ages 13-17, 12 and under free.

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Free Movie In Marana: Hotel Transylvania 3

Blah, blah blah. Bring a chair or blanket and get ready to take a cruise with your favorite vampire. Movie treats will be available for purchase.

Where:ÌýSplash Pad At Marana Heritage River Park,

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 7:15-9:15 p.m.

Cost: Free

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Beer and Bikes

Meet at Button Brew House at 6 p.m. Cyclists will ride on the Loop to 1912 Brewing Co. and return for food truck munchies. After you get done with the Loop, celebrateÌýwith a frosty glass of beer.Ìý

Where:ÌýButton Brew House,Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 6-8 p.m.

Cost: Free ride, but bring some money for tasty brews.Ìý

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First Ever ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Godzilla Festival

The first 50 people will receive a souvenir at the door. Discuss Kaiju films and giant monster television shows, games, speakers, contests, prizes, local artists with special prints for sale, and more.

Where:ÌýThe Metal Arts Village,

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 24, 5-11 p.m.

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

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Say Goodbye to the Dog Days of Summer

Experience some diving fun and fur-tastic activities. Bring your dog and you can test their skills on the dock! Old ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ will have canine demos, vendors, nonprofit exhibitorsÌýand more. Bring a towel, because you might get wet!

Where:ÌýOld ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý

When:ÌýAug. 31 to Sept. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost:Ìý$19.95 for regular admission and kids ages 11 are free. If you want to register your dog and be part of the attraction, pay and registerÌýÌýas well.Ìý

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MSA Summer Night Market

Shop a family-friendly open-air night market with the best and brightest merchants. Enjoy live music by DJ Herm, food trucks and art installations.

Where:ÌýMSA Annex,Ìý

When:ÌýFriday, Aug. 30, 6-10 p.m.

Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring some money for shopping.Ìý

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Rambo First Blood (1982)

Calling all Stallone fans! The Fox Theatre is showing the Rambo that started it all. Assistant Director,ÌýCraig Huston will be there to tell you about all the behind-the-scenes action and make sure to come early to check out our featured collection of Rambo and Sylvester Stallone autographed memorabilia.

Where:ÌýFox ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Theatre,

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 31, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Cost: 0-$5

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Woodstock 50 Year Celebration at The Rialto Theatre

Cruise downtown and reminisce about Woodstock by listening toÌýAnthony Aquarius Mystery (a Jimi Hendrix Tribute), The Who Experience, Creedence and Company.Ìý

Where:ÌýThe Rialto Theatre,Ìý

When:ÌýFriday, Aug.16, 8 p.m.

Cost: $16-$20, get your tickets .Ìý

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Woofstock: The Dog Friendly Concert

Woodstock is turning 50 this year so what's a better way to celebrate than hosting a dog-friendly concert. Pet parents will enjoy the vendor booths, live music, beer garden and more paw-tastic activities.Ìý

Where: North Kino Sports Stadium,Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 5-11 p.m.

Cost: Free

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Woodstock 50th Anniversary at Hotel Congress

Head to the Hotel Congress Plaza for the 50th anniversary of Woodstock with a night of peace, art, music, love, and tacos.

Where:ÌýHotel Congress,Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 6-10 p.m.

Cost: $5

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Paint Night in the Park - Teen

Hang out with friends, and create your very own masterpiece. This teen-only class will feature a painting inspired by the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ desert or Marana culture.Ìý

Where:ÌýMarana Heritage River Park,

When:ÌýThursday, Aug. 8, 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost:Ìý$20 for resident and $25 for non-resident

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Water Play at the Children's Museum

The Children's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ is bringing back popular Water Wednesdays, with an hour of splashy fun in the courtyard every week.ÌýEach week the museum will supply baby tools, buckets, squirt toys, water balloons and a kid wash for water day.Ìý

Where:ÌýChildren's Museum,Ìý200 S. Sixth Ave.

When:ÌýWednesday, Aug. 14, 11 a.m. to noon

Cost:ÌýWater Wednesday activities are included with regular admission. Bring a towel and sunscreen for the kids.Ìý

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Oro Valley Drive-in Movies at the Range

Set up a blanket or some chairs, or hang out in one of our golf carts and watch the animated favoriteÌýSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.Ìý

Where:ÌýOro Valley Community Center,Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

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Drink and Design: Nice Butt Box

Your ticket includes one draft beer, wine, or cold brew and all materials/instruction to make one custom wood box during the event.

Where:ÌýCaps and Corks,

When:ÌýThursday, Aug. 1, 6-8 p.m.

Cost: $35Ìý

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A Makeup Blowout Sale Event

Clean out your drawers and get ready to restock! Stop by the Double Tree and shop an amazing variety of makeup, skin care, hair care, hair tools and perfumes at low prices.Ìý

Where:ÌýDouble Tree by Hilton Hotel ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý

When:ÌýFriday-Sunday,ÌýAug 2-4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost:ÌýFree to attend (kids welcome), but bring some money for shopping.

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Health at Jacome: Mat Pilates

Inspired Fitness is hosting a free fitness series all summer long at Jácome Plaza.ÌýThis practice is a high-intensity fusion of yoga, tribal dance, and plyometrics. The class combines cardio, strength training and flexibility in one seamless format.

Where:ÌýJácome Plaza Downtown,Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Aug. 17, 7:30-8:30 a.m.

Cost:ÌýFree

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Rooftop Sunset Yoga North

Enjoy panoramic mountain views from the mat. You can even see Picacho Peak. Bring your mat and water.Ìý

Where:ÌýWestward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa,

When:ÌýSunday, August 25, 7-8 p.m.

Cost: $6

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Angry Yoga: Mental Meltdown

Take a traditional yoga class but with heavy metal music where cussing is welcomed and encouraged. At the end, you’ll feel so much better and then we’ll go over to Rancho Rustico for drinks.

Where:ÌýDesert Zen Yoga,

When:ÌýFriday, Aug. 30, 6:30 p.m.

Cost: $12

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