It's a brand-new month and that calls for a brand-new list of events happening in the 蜜柚直播 area.
Scheduled for May: a听ma铆z festival, brews at the 蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum, wine at Reid Park Zoo, car shows, local art markets, tons of live music, stargazing opportunities, and lots more fun for both adults and kids.
Of course, things can change quickly these days. Check for the latest info before heading out!
Isaac Resendez, left, with Herencia Mariachi Academy out of Corona, California, and Kevin Zuniga with Mariachi Los Potrillos of Cholla High School jam together as the other workshop students take a break at the 37th annual La Frontera 蜜柚直播 蜜柚直播 International Mariachi Conference at Casino del Sol in 2019.
蜜柚直播 International Mariachi Conference
The 蜜柚直播 International Mariachi Conference is celebrating its 40th anniversary! Activities include: a student showcase, Mother's Day mariachi mass and concerts!
When:听Now through Sunday, May 8
Where:听Various locations
Cost:听Various prices
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Pueblos del Ma铆z
This festival celebrates the cultural and agricultural significance of ma铆z. Events include a free block party with live music and food vendors; a photography exhibit; lectures and discussions; and more.
When:听Thursday-Sunday, May 5-8
Where:听Various locations听
Cost:听Various prices
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Learn how to craft jewelry, take a dance class and more with Parks and Rec (Sponsored)
Take a听听this summer! There is something for everyone.听听for more information!
The Chef Jeff Project
This culinary competition features four teams of local chefs, students at Pima Community College and students enrolled in JTED's high school programs. The winning team will face award-winning Chef Jeff Henderson and his team in a cook-off. Proceeds go toward providing scholarships for PCC students.
When: 2-9 p.m. Thursday, May 5; the听cooking competition starts at 5 p.m.
Where: Casino del Sol AVA Amphitheater,
Cost: Free to attend, get tickets online
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Stars Over Sabino
For three days, Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter will be bringing its Stars Over Sabino event to Sabino Canyon. The days begin with a docent-led hike and naturalist-led activities, then solar observing by mid-day. By night, enjoy space talks and telescopes to look at the stars.听
When: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, May 5-7
Where: Sabino Canyon,
Cost: Free to attend, though Sabino Canyon requires an entrance fee of $8 per vehicle
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Buena Vida Restaurant is located in the same building as the iconic Sahara Apartments.
Buena Vida Loter铆a Night
Play some loter铆a with family and friends while snacking on some tacos at Buena Vida this Thursday night.
When:听6-7:45 p.m. Thursday, May 5
Where:听Buena Vida Restaurant,听
Cost:听$5 loter铆a cards and $2 tacos
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Fiestas de Mayo
American Eat Co. is celebrating three things: Cinco de Mayo, their fourth anniversary and Mother's Day! This four-day event includes live music, DJs, games, drink specials, jumping castles and more.
When:听Thursday-Sunday, May 5-8
Where: American Eat Co.,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Free First Thursday听
Visit the 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art every first Thursday of the month for free admission. You'll get to see the exhibit "Francisco Toledo: Paper Fables," plus enjoy a poetry reading, DJ music, art-making activities and a cash bar.
When:听5-8 p.m.听Thursday, May 5
Where:听蜜柚直播 Museum of Art,听
Cost:听Free to attend, reserve tickets in advance
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Discovery Nights at Children's Museum 蜜柚直播
Visit Children's Museum 蜜柚直播 for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.听
When:听5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where:听Children's Museum 蜜柚直播,听200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost:听Free to attend
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Cinco de Mayo at Hotel Congress
Enjoy music from Santa Pachita and DJ Buttafly at this Hotel Congress event. Plus, food and drink specials!
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, May 5
Where: Hotel Congress,
Cost: $5, this event is for ages 21 and up听
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Tohono Chul Park is located at听7366 N. Paseo del Norte.
National Public Gardens Day at Tohono Chul Park
Get free admission to Tohono Chul Park gardens in honor of National Public Gardens Day on Friday, May 6. Tohono Chul is also offering free admission part of the day on May 7 in a separate Community Day event, along with free activities such as building a native bee habitat.
When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 6 for free admission day; 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 7 for Community Day
Where: Tohono Chul Park,听
Cost: Free to attend
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Dino farewell with Reid Park Zoo
Say farewell to Reid Park Zoo's dinosaur exhibit during this event that includes an inflatable dino slide, games and interpretive stations. You can also hear a presentation about the extinction of dinosaurs, in addition to a separate presentation about the future of the zoo.听
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, May 6
Where: Reid Park Zoo,
Cost: $10.50 for adults, $6.50 for kids ages 2-14
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Live music at Westward Look
Enjoy evenings of live music through this concert series with Southern 蜜柚直播 Arts & Cultural Alliance. Upcoming musicians include Mr. Boogie Woogie, Whose Blues, Gabriel Ayala Trio, Barnaby and the Butcher, and Soul Essential.听.听
When:听6-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, May 6-7; 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 12; 6-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, May 20-21. See who's playing when听
Where:听Westward Look,听
Cost:听$10 cover per table, reservations are recommended
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Filmmaker Zayna Altoubal wrote, directed and stars in 鈥淒ick鈥檚 Caf茅 Amrikano,鈥 one of the films in the University of 蜜柚直播鈥檚 鈥淚 Dream in Widescreen鈥 student showcase.
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I Dream In Widescreen
The University of 蜜柚直播 School of Theatre, Film & Television is screening senior thesis films during this showcase at Fox 蜜柚直播 Theatre. The showcase will feature a dozen student films covering comedy, drama, horror and documentary, each running around 10 minutes.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 7听
Where: Fox 蜜柚直播 Theatre,
Cost: $5
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Asian Heritage Month Celebration
蜜柚直播 Chinese Cultural Center is hosting a day of classical Asian cultural performances and music, with food and drinks.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7
Where: 蜜柚直播 Chinese Cultural Center,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Slider Smackdown
Button Brew House is hosting a slider smackdown with six competitors serving up their best sliders. There will be a judge's choice winner, in addition to a people's choice winner. Tickets include one beer, six sliders and one vote for your favorite bite.
When: Noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7
Where: Button Brew House,听
Cost: $35, tickets are limited, purchase tickets online
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Parking lot party and car show
Head to Catalina Brewing Company for beer, music from No Sand Beach Band, food from El Tata Taqueria and a car and bike show.听
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, May 7
Where: Catalina Brewing Company,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks听
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Live music at the lake
Visit Sahuarita Lake Park for an evening of live music from Silk and Soul. Remember to bring your own chairs and blankets!
奥丑别苍:听7-8:30 p.m.听Saturday, May 7
Where:听Sahuarita Lake Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Cars and Coffee
Head to Topgolf early Saturday morning for a casual car meet. There will be free coffee and free golf for attendees 8-10 a.m.
When:听7-9 a.m. Saturday, May 7
Where:听Topgolf,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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East Side Marketplace Rally
Check out this local food truck rally and vendor sale featuring crafts, handmade items and more.
When:听10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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'80s Dance Party
Put on your best '80s attire and head to this dance party, where you'll be able to listen to '80s music, accompanied by '80s music videos.
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, May 7
Where:听Surly Wench Pub,
Cost: $5, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Mother's Day 5K
Celebrate Mother's Day a day early with this 5K in Marana.
When: 8 a.m. Saturday, May 7
Where: Gladden Farms Community Park,听
Cost: $30, price increases the day of
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The Hotel Congress S茅ance Experience
Attend this live theatrical s茅ance at Hotel Congress in the only third-floor room that survived the hotel's 1934 fire. This event is for ages 21 and up.
When:听7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Saturdays in May
Where:听Hotel Congress,听
Cost:听$12.50-$25
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Check out this market filled with local artists and makers featuring jewelry, pottery, soap, yard art, plants and more. Plus, enjoy live music!
When:听8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays
Where:听St. Philip's Plaza,听4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes at Udall Park!听
When:听9-10 a.m. Saturday, May 7
Where:听Udall Park,听
Cost:听$25
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Boca Tacos y Tequila on North Fourth Avenue is one of the 蜜柚直播 City of Gastronomy-certified restaurants.
El Mercadito de Mam谩
Chef Maria Mazon, of BOCA Tacos y Tequila, is hosting a market of local vendors to celebrate Mother's Day on BOCA's patio. 4th Avenue Flower Shop and Melrose Macram茅 are among the featured vendors. Mimosas will be available all day.听
When:听Noon to 4 p.m.听Sunday, May 8
Where:听BOCA Tacos y Tequila's patio,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Children's Day Festival at Yume
It's Children's Day at Yume Japanese Gardens! The holiday, Kodomo no Hi, falls on May 5 each year, when "Japanese families celebrate the healthy growth and happiness of their children," Yume says. The event will feature Taiko drumming from Odaiko Sonora, storytelling, origami, crafts and more.听
When:听10 a.m. to noon or noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 8
Where:听Yume Japanese Gardens of 蜜柚直播,听
Cost:听$18 for adults, $6 for kids, free for kids under 5 years old; advance tickets required.听Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase
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Donuts and Wine
Take a trip to Sonoita to attend this wine and donut pairing event at AZ Hops & Vines. You'll get six wines paired with six donut holes from Amy's Donuts, plus a souvenir glass. There will also be live music.
When: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 8
Where: AZ Hops & Vines,听, Sonoita
Cost: $25
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蜜柚直播 Pops: Music Under the Stars
蜜柚直播 Pops Orchestra is celebrating music with this series of free "music under the stars" concerts at Reid Park's DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center. There will be food trucks!
When: 7 p.m. Sundays in May
Where:听DeMeester Outdoor听Performance Center at Reid Park,听
Cost: Free to attend, food available for purchase
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Mercado Flea
This open-air market features more than 40 vendors with vintage, used and collectible items.听
When:听8 a.m. to 2 p.m.听Sunday, May 8
Where:听Mercado District,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which听advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for 蜜柚直播's south-side and west-side communities.听
When:听9-11 a.m. Sunday, May 8; 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 27
Where:听May 8's ride is at Ward 1 office,听; May 27's event is at El Pueblo Center,
Cost:听Free to attend
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Second Sunday Vintage Market
Shop for antiques and vintage finds at this local market. This is their last market of the season!
When:听8 a.m. to 2 p.m.听Sunday, May 8
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Cuddle with cats at El Jefe Cat Lounge
Visit El Jefe Cat Lounge for events all month long, including Mother's Day yoga with cats, cat bingo and cat trivia.
When:听See the event calendar听
Where:听El Jefe Cat Lounge,听
Cost:听Varies
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Arte, Cultura y Frontera
Join听Confluencenter for Creative Inquiry and Galeria Mitotera听for an event all about art, including conversations on upcoming local artwork and the "artistry that goes on behind the scenes." There will be food, drinks and music.
When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10
Where: MSA Annex,听
Cost: Free to attend, register online
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Magic Hour
Watch a free screening of short fiction films made by students at the University of 蜜柚直播 School of Theatre, Film and Television. Afterwards, stay for a Q&A with the filmmakers.
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10
Where: The Loft Cinema,
Cost: Free to attend
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Chocolates for Compassion听
This virtual tasting event, with the goal of raising funds for children's developmental programming, comes with a box of chocolates from Monsoon Chocolate! Purchase your tickets to get instructions on how to pick up your chocolate or get it shipped to your doorstep. In the package, you'll also get a digital code for the event where you'll get to taste the chocolate and learn more about Child & Family Resources.
When: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 11
Where: Virtual
Cost: $50-$65
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A coyote sits on a rock while visitors walk past the enclosure along the Desert Loop Trail at the 蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road, in 蜜柚直播, Ariz. on March 30, 2022.
Party for the Planet
Sip on Southwest brews at the 蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum's craft beer festival. You can also test your desert knowledge with trivia, touch a stingray, enjoy snacks and see some animals.
When: 6-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: 蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum,
Cost: General admission is $49 or $20 for designated drivers; VIP options are also available. This is an ages 21 and up event听
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Wine Gone Wild
Enjoy regional, national and international wines while supporting animals at Reid Park Zoo. Admission to the event includes 10 tasting tickets, activities such as lawn games and a wine pull, photo booths, animal encounters, live music and more.
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where:听Reid Park Zoo,听
Cost: $65; $25 for designated drivers
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A community member, left, and repairer and webmaster Pete Vieira solder a PlayStation circuit board at a 蜜柚直播 Repair Cafe event.
蜜柚直播 Repair Cafe
Need something fixed? Bring it to the 蜜柚直播 Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.
When: 4:30-8 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Xerocraft Makerspace,
Cost: Free to attend
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2nd Saturdays
Downtown's 2nd Saturdays are back! Check out food trucks, live music and local makers during this monthly outdoor street festival.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Downtown 蜜柚直播 along
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore 蜜柚直播's downtown area with a number of walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. Tours include the Turquoise Trail, where you'll see historic buildings and learn a slice of 蜜柚直播 history; the Mansions of Main Avenue Tour; and the Public Art and Murals Walking Tour.
When:听8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 14 and 8-10 a.m. Sunday, May 22 for the Turquoise Trail; 8-10 a.m. Saturday, May 21 for the Mansions of Main Avenue Tour; and 8-10 a.m. Saturday, May 28 for the Public Art and Murals Walking Tour.听
Where:听Presidio San Agust铆n del 蜜柚直播 Museum,听
Cost:听$25 for nonmembers
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Art after Dark at Children's Museum 蜜柚直播
Each month, Children's Museum 蜜柚直播 hosts local arts groups and offers half-price admission. This month, Jam 2 Grow will be there!听
When:听5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where:听Children's Museum 蜜柚直播,听200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost:听$4.50
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Cassidy Crone stocks books in the young adult section at Bookmans Entertainment Exchange.听
"Star Wars" trivia with Bookmans
Test your "Star Wars" knowledge at this trivia night with Bookmans 鈥 reserve your seat by emailing听eastevents@bookmans.com.
When:听6-8 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where:听Bookmans,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Puppy yoga
Take this beginner's yoga class surrounded by puppies! Proceeds go to Pathways for Paws. This class is for people ages 14 and up.
When:听1-2 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where:听Barefoot Studio,听
Cost:听$20
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蜜柚直播 Cars and Coffee
Head to this car show centered around Fords, hosted by Obsessions Car Club.听
When: 7-10 a.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Lowe's, 4075 W. Ina Road
Cost: Free to attend
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View the total lunar eclipse at the University of 蜜柚直播
There will be free telescope viewing on the UA Mall, along with a free lecture on lunar topics at the Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium. There will also be discounted planetarium and Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon laser light show tickets, too! (Also check out this separate听 happening earlier in the day at Flandrau!)
When:听6-10 p.m. Sunday, May 15
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, but bring money to check out the planetarium and laser light shows
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Crawfish Boil
Hungry? This crawfish boil includes one pound of boiled crawfish, a potato, corn, Andouille sausage and Cajun dirty rice. Get it for dine-in or to-go!
When:听11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 15
Where:听Firetruck Brewing Company,
Cost:听$19.99, or higher prices for the table. Advance ticket purchase is required
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Concerts in the Courtyard
Head to Marana for this concert series. This month, enjoy music from Little House of Funk. Bring your own chair!
When:听5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19
Where:听Marana Municipal听Complex,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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DreamFest 蜜柚直播 Car Show & Racing
There will be a car show, drag racing, DJ music and food at this event at the 蜜柚直播 Dragway.
When:听4 p.m. to midnight, Saturday May, 21
Where:听蜜柚直播 Dragway,听
Cost:听Tickets start at $20 (advance) or $25 at the door. Kids under 12 years old get in free!
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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays! Learn about and taste edible plants from the Sonoran Desert and enjoy bilingual story time.
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, May 21
Where: Watershed Management Group,
Cost: Free to attend, advanced registration encouraged
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The sun goes down and the bats come out over the main pond at Agua Caliente Park, 蜜柚直播, Ariz., November 17, 2020.
Stargazing at Agua Caliente Regional Park
Check out this free stargazing opportunity at Agua Caliente Regional Park by the 蜜柚直播 Amateur Astronomy Association in partnership with Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation. This is an all-ages event.
When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21
Where: Agua Caliente Regional Park,听
Cost: Free,听听is required
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Poolside Lounge Parties
This summer, head to the rooftop pool at AC Hotel for burgers, ice cream and drinks.听
When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, May 21
Where: AC Hotel,
Cost: $25, food and drinks also available for purchase. This event is for ages 21 and up
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The Heritage Market
This market was created to support and grow Black-owned businesses and highlight the community's diversity. Shop from local businesses and enjoy a bite to eat. A COVID-19 vaccination clinic will also be onsite.听
When:听11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 21
Where:听The Dunbar Pavilion,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Trans Day of Visibility Festival
Southern 蜜柚直播 Gender Alliance is throwing a Trans Day of Visibility Festival to highlight transgender and gender nonconforming people's accomplishments, beauty and wisdom. The event features music, food, three free workshops, community resource information and more.听
When:听3-7 p.m. Sunday, May 22
Where:听蜜柚直播 Hop Shop,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks. Also accepting donations
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Soul Food Wednesday
Visit Blax Friday's Soul Food Wednesday at the MSA Annex to support local Black-owned businesses and food vendors.
When:听7-10 p.m.听Wednesday, May 25
Where:听MSA Annex,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Purple Heart Park Splash Bash
Celebrate the grand opening of the Purple Heart Park splash pad at this event hosted by Ward 4 Councilwoman Nikki Lee and 蜜柚直播 Parks and Recreation. There will be free pizza, Eegee's and bounce houses to hop around in. Don't forget about the free backpack giveaway for the first 250 students, too!
When:听1:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, May 27
Where:听Purple Heart Park,听.
Cost:听Free to attend
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Marana Pool Jubilee
To celebrate the 50th birthday of the pool at Oro Mae Harn District Park, Marana Parks and Recreation is hosting a jubilee with free activities, carnival games and food trucks.听
When: 2-6 p.m. Friday, May 27
Where: Ora Mae Harn District Park,听
Cost: Free to attend
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Summer Night Market
Love it or hate it, summer is around the corner. The Mercado District is hosting monthly markets from May through September.听
When:听6-10 p.m. Friday, May 27
Where:听Mercado District,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Stargazing at Catalina State Park
The early summer months usually mean clear skies 鈥 the perfect time to stargaze outside. Check out this stargazing event with the 蜜柚直播 Amateur Astronomy Association featuring several telescopes to observe planets, stars and galaxies.
When:听7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 28
Where:听Catalina State Park,听
Cost:听Free event, but Catalina State Park admission may apply
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Teddy Bear Clinic
Bring your stuffed animal for a "check-up" at Reid Park Zoo, where staff and volunteers will help measure, weigh, vaccinate and bandage the stuffed friend.听
When: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 28
Where: In the Conservation Learning Center at听Reid Park Zoo,听
Cost: Free with zoo admission, which is $10.50 for adults and $6.50 for kids
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Make it! Workshop
Kids get the chance to explore tools, design, build and create projects at this outdoor monthly workshop in the Children's Museum 蜜柚直播 courtyard.
When:听5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 28
Where:听Children's Museum 蜜柚直播,听
Cost:听Free admission includes tools, supplies and space in the courtyard. Entry to the museum is not included
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