Tucson Weekly: Events (March 29

SPECIAL EVENTS
Events This Week
ARROWHEAD/FLINTKNAPPING WORKSHOP. Old Pueblo Archaeology Center. 1000 E. Ft. Lowell Road. Archaeology technician Allen Denoyer teaches an arrowhead making and flintknapping workshop March 31 from 9 a.m. to noon. Learn to make an arrowhead out of obsidian and other stone just like prehistoric Arizonans did. Minimum age is 9 years old. All equipment is provided. Cost of the workshop is $25 per person. Call 798-1201 for more information and to register.
ART IN REALITY PERFORMANCE. Quincie Douglas Center. 36th Street and Kino Boulevard. 884-4265. More than 50 youth from various Tucson communities show off their skills in a performance that includes everything from dancing to theatre to drawing to poetry and more March 29 at 6 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.
AVIATION DAY. Indulge the airplane lover in you at Aviation Day 2001, which takes off March 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ryan Airfield. Events include tours of the air field, the six-story air-traffic control tower, an aviation flea market, a host of aircraft from old-fashioned bi-planes to experimental models and display booths with aviation memorabilia and artwork. In addition, there is an Aviation Career Fair and Dime-a-Pound airplane rides. Field admission, tours and parking are free. For more information call the Tucson Airport Authority at 573-8100 or visit www.tucsonairport.org. Ryan Airfield is located at the intersection of Ajo Way and Valencia Blvd. Approximately 12 miles west of the Tucson International Airport.
BIKE FEST 2001. Biking and walking are excellent forms of exercise and transportation, and the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Pima County Department of Environmental Quality's Clean Air Program encourages everyone to ride now through April 8. Take advantage of the city's nearly 500 miles of bikeways. Twenty-six Bike Fest events celebrate bicycling and walking as transportation, including kids' rides, historic neighborhood tours, rail and bikeway rides, a bike swap meet and more. All events are free with the exception of the BMX dirt jumping qualifiers and finals. Call 791-4372 for more details.
BIKE RODEO/FREE BUS RIDES. Hi Corbett Field Parking Lot. The City of Tucson's Fire Department and Parks and Recreation Department's Safe Kids Program present a Bike Rodeo April 1 from 9 to 10 a.m. This program teaches children bike safety and proper equipment usage. Admission is free. Call 791-4372 for more information. In addition, all bike riders may ride Sun Tran buses free today when they bring their bikes. Call Sun Tran for details at 792-9222.
BIKE SWAP. Fourth Avenue from Sixth Street to Ninth Street. 323-9020. The GABA Tucson Bike Swap is a fun, free, human-powered festival that takes place March 31 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come register for a Tour of the Tucson Mountains and El Tour de Phoenix.
BLACK HISTORY FILM SERIES. UA Martin Luther King building. 1322 E. First St., Room 100. A screening of Love Jones takes place April 3 at 5 p.m. The film, which explores the intricacies of love relationships, also features a mesmerizing sound track. Admission is free.
BMX/DIRT JUMP RIDERS FESTIVAL. Old Tucson Studios. 201 S. Kinney Road, in Tucson Mountain Park. Professional and amateur dirt jumpers ramp up their skills at the two-day festival March 31-April 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Desert Dirt Jumping Challenge features more than 30 top-tier pros and dozens of amateurs competing for $10,000 in cash and prizes, BMX gear and clothing displays, food and beverage concessions, live music, and Old Tucson Studios' classic western shows and attractions. The competition is included with admission to the Studios. A two-day discount pass is available. Call 833-0100 for more information.
EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA. Tucson Mall. 4500 N. Oracle Road. 293-7330. Parents and children are invited to enjoy a live stage performance of Dorothy's Easter Adventure March 31 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on the Robinsons-May stage. In addition to the musical, there is an activity area featuring Scribbles the Clown and Lulu the Clown, face painting, coloring and balloons from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Favorite characters from Chick-fil-A, Red Robin, Sanrio Surprise and Eegee's join in the fun as well. Admission is free. Plus, the Easter bunny himself is available at Center Court for photographs during mall hours now through April 14.
GARDEN ART EXHIBIT. Tucson Botanical Gardens. 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686. The garden art silent auction, which takes place through April 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., features more than 50 local artists who specialize in metal, clay, stone or tile. Individual pieces are displayed throughout the gardens and are on silent auction for two weeks. All proceeds benefit the gardens. Admission ranges in price from $1 to $4.
GOLD STAR GALA. Arizona State Museum. UA campus. The April 1, 5 p.m. gala is a benefit to underwrite the award-winning School Time Matinee series and honor excellence in education and local philanthropy. The event, which takes place under the stars on the lawn of the museum, includes live entertainment, an auction, delicious food from six of Tucson's finest restaurants (including Kingfisher and Café Terra Cotta) and a performance of the Tony-Award winning musical Fosse. Tickets are $125 each and can be purchased by calling Char Hengen at 626-5440.
HISTORIC HOME TOUR. Trinity Presbyterian Church. 400 E. University Blvd. A showcase of early 1900s historic homes begins at the church and continues through the southeast quadrant of the district bounded by Euclid Avenue, Sixth Street, Fourth Avenue and University Boulevard April 1 from noon to 5 p.m. The Old Pueblo Trolley makes its Sunday run up and down University Boulevard and Fourth Avenue for your convenience. Advance tickets are $5 at Time Market and Delectables Restaurant and $7 the day of the tour. The rain date is April 8.
HOME GARDEN TOUR. Tucson Botanical Gardens. 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686. Tour five distinctive home gardens March 31 and April 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit a variety of gardens, large and small, that feature charming artistic touches, rustic brick patios and ramadas, quaint courtyards and beautiful views. Tour participants are guaranteed to gain useful and creative ideas to incorporate into their own gardens. Tickets are $8 for TBG members and $12 for non-members.
KNIGHT OF TALENT. The University of Arizona. Social Sciences building, room 100. Omega Delta Phi fraternity, Inc. presents a Knight of Talent March 31 at 3 p.m. Contest participants vie for cash prizes. Everyone is welcome to participate. There is an application fee of $35. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Holmes-Tuttle branch Boys & Girls Club. For more information or to arrange an audition call 870-6580.
MONSTER TRUCK RALLY. Tucson Rodeo Grounds. A monster truck rally complete with truck racing, a championship demolition derby, motorcycle racing and tough trucks roars into Tucson March 30 through April 1. Tickets are $9 and are available at all El Campo Tire stores. The rally benefits the Lions Club. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Call 712-RAGE for more information.
NAVAJO RUG SHOW. Foothills Mall. 7401 N. La Cholla Blvd. 742-7191. A unique rug display/sale and weaving demonstration takes place March 30 through April 1 during regular mall hours. There is also a silversmithing demonstration at Mesa Verde Trading Company located in the mall.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST. The Salvation Army Temple Corps. 1001 N. Richey Blvd. Bring your appetite for an all you can eat pancake breakfast that includes 1 egg, 2 bacon strips or sausage links and beverages. Cost of breakfast is $3 for adults and $1.75 for children 12 and under. Proceeds benefit local youth programs. Call 795-4504 for more information.
PATHER PANCHALI. UA Modern Languages auditorium. 621-1836. A screening of Satyajit Ray's Apu triology Pather Panchali, based upon the Indian novel of the same name, takes place March 30 at 7:30 p.m. Pather tells of the struggles of an impoverished family in a Bengal village more than half a century ago. Admission is free.
PEACE BY PIECE MARCH. Los Ranchitos Elementary School. 2054 E. Ginter Road. The 600 students of Los Ranchitos Elemenatary School, teachers, staff and community members, march in a Celebration of Peace March 29 at 8:15 a.m. Each student carries a puzzle piece with a personal wish for peace, which is assembled into an 8x10 foot puzzle at the rally. The rally takes place at Las Montañas Apartments and Townhomes Community at 6200 S. Campbell Avenue from 9 to 10 a.m. Joining in the festivities is the marching band of Sunnyside High, Honor Guard for Desert View High and the jazz band from Sierra Middle School. Call 545-2093 for more information.
SANTA CRUZ RIVER ALLIANCE. Manning House. 450 W. Paseo Redondo. Walking ad Talking The River: A Symposium to Explore the Future of the Santa Cruz River in the Tucson Urban Corridor is an opportunity for the community to celebrate the river's history and learn about current projects and plans. The symposium, which takes place March 30 from 5 to 8 p.m., March 31 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and April 1 (field trips along the river), features river restoration experts, field trips, a poster exhibit and more. Admission and lunch are both free. For additional information and to register call Rachel Yaseen at 622-1933.
SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE. The Providence Institute. 1126 N. Jones Blvd. Join Natara Landrau in an evening of channeling and speak with angels and spirit guides March 31 from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10. Call 531-8495 for more information.
SPRING ART FESTIVAL. Ventana Village. Southwest corner of Kolb Road and Sunrise. 749-6619. The Ventana Village Spring Art Festival takes place March 31 and April 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fine artists and crafters display and sell their work, which includes paintings, photography, jewelry, fiber art, glass, pottery and more. Admission is free.
STAR PARTY. Sabino Canyon Recreation Area. Sabino Canyon Road and Sunrise Drive. 762-5685. Telescopes for Telethon is a star-viewing event that benefits MDA research and programs. More than 20 telescopes are available in the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area parking lot to observe the Sun (using filters) March 30 from 3 to 10 p.m. Amateur and professional astronomers are available for viewing the quarter moon, the planets Jupiter, Saturn and Venus, as well as other stars, nebulae and more. There is a suggested $10 donation for individuals or families up to four people (cash and check only).
VALLEY OF THE MOON. 2544 E. Allen Road. 323-1331. See the Moon by daylight March 31 and April 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit this unique creation built of rock and imagination by George Phar Legler more than 70 years ago. Stroll the pathways, sit in the Enchanted Garden, or take an historical tour. Admission is free although donations are accepted for restoration and maintenance.
WILDFLOWER FESTIVAL. Tohono Chul Park. 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. Celebrate spring and enjoy the best of this region's food, music, art and heritage against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert in bloom April 1 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. The event, which benefits the park, features food from Daniel's, El Corral, Pinnacle Peak, Capriccio, Café Terra Cotta, Soleil, Wildflower, Presidio Grill and others. Entertainment includes cowboy entertainer Tom Chambers, Rudy Sudigala's nine-piece band Moments To Remember and Arizona Daily Star cartoonist Dave Fitzsimmons. Also on hand is author and honorary chair J.A. Jance, creator of Joanna Brady, Sheriff of Cochise County and other detective and mystery stories. Admission is $50 per person and $85 per sponsor. Call 742-6455 for reservations and more information.
WHITE ELEPHANT SALE. Arizona Historical Society. 949 E. Second St. The Annual Docent Council White Elephant Sale, which benefits the Historical Society's education programs, takes place March 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and March 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contributions of new and almost new items such as plants, books, small appliances, furniture, toys, gift certificates and art are now being accepted. All contributions are tax deductible. There is free pick-up service for large items; please drop off smaller items at AHS. Call 628-5774 for pick-up and more information.
WOMEN AND GERMAN CINEMA. UA Modern Languages auditorium. 621-1836. All-Around Reduced Personality is a wry but serious commentary on the life of a single mother named Edda who straddles multiple worlds--work, womanhood, motherhood, capitalism and socialism. The film, which screens March 29 at 7:30 p.m., is in German with English subtitles. Admission is free.
Out of Town
ALTERNATIVE HOUSE TOUR. Cascabel. See a wide variety of alternative construction homes made from straw bale, rammed earth, soil bag, stone, adobe, yurt and more. Spend the weekend and camp out in beautiful Cascabel, located 25 miles north of Benson (tents provided). The tour begins in Cascabel (directions upon registration) April 7 at 10 a.m. Cost of the tour is $25 per person. Registration is required by April 3. Call (520) 212-4628 (evenings) or e-mail david@omick.com to register and for more information.
BETTER LIVING EXPO. Sunflower by Del Webb, west of Interstate 10 and north of Cortaro Road in the community of Continental Ranch, Marana. The expo celebrates active adult living and includes health screenings, wellness seminars, financial planning services, food vendors, fine artisans and giveaways March 31 through April 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Neil Diamond impersonator Tom Sadge performs each day at 1 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Call (520) 618-2128 for more information.
LIVING HISTORY GALA. Tubac Presidio State Park. Tubac. Arizona's first State Park presents a Living History Gala March 31 and April 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tubac Through the Centuries features costumed re-enactors and demonstrations from pre-European to the Territorial times in Arizona. The park's Spanish Colonial-period group, Los Tubaquenos, are joined by Civil-and Indian War-period soldiers, a frontier-period photographer and newspaper press operator. A chuck wagon is on hand to feed the re-enactors and give visitors a taste of foods cooked on an open range. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children 7-13 and free for children 6 and younger. For maps and details about this event visit www.pr.state.az.us or call (602) 542-4174.
NATIVE AMERICAN ART EXHIBITION. Tubac Center of the Arts. 9 Plaza Road, Tubac. (520) 398-2371. Art of the Mesas--Traditional and Contemporary Hopi Art features Hopi quilts, kachinas, jewelry, baskets, pottery and textiles. The exhibit continues through April 22. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 1 to 4:30 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free.
Upcoming
"THE KING STAG." Centennial Hall. University of Arizona. 621-3341. Sponsored by UApresents. April 6, 8 p.m.
ERIC BOGOSIAN. Centennial Hall. University of Arizona. 621-3341. Sponsored by UApresents. April 20, 8 p.m.
APRIL CRAFT FESTIVAL. Downtown Main Library Plaza. Presented by Tucson Arts District. April 21, 1 to 5 p.m.