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A Dying Institution
By the time we left the hospital five days later, Sophie had both the official Trisomy 21 diagnosis (so-called because Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs when a third 21st chromosome appears during conception) and a referral to a pediatric cardiologist for a heart defect.
Three Things to Do, Wednesday, Sept. 25
The Legend of Georgia McBride. In this show put on by Arizona Repertory Theatre, the protagonist, Casey, is really going through it. In one night, he loses his beloved job as an Elvis impersonator, his landlord demands the rent and his wife tells him she’s pregnant. But then, a ray of hope: A drag show…
Five Things to Do, Tuesday, Sept. 24
This Is Spinal Tap. For their Tuesday Nights Classics series, Harkins Theaters is showing the most beloved documentary about a fake band ever made. This Is Spinal Tap was such a hit, it resulted in the fake band making real music and after the film finished, multiple people told director Rob Reiner that he should…
Things to Do, Monday, Sept. 23
Lisa Landry at the Wench. Comedy at the Wench steps up its game with its first booked national act, Lisa Landry, at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23. You can buy advance tickets are available. They are $10 on Eventbrite. Tucson comedy regulars know Landry from her headlining sets at Laffs Comedy Caffe. At the Wench…
31 Things to Do This Weekend in Tucson
Friday, Sept. 20 Harvest Moon at Maynards. To celebrate the coming harvest, Maynards Market and Kitchen is hosting a tasting of some earthy wines to get you in the spirit. While we don’t get too many falling leaves or frosty mornings in the Sonoran Desert, this is a good chance to get into that magical…
Laughing Stock: All kinds of funny
Lisa Landry at the Wench Comedy at the Wench steps up its game with its first booked national act, Lisa Landry, at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 23. The show is also the series’ first for which advance tickets are available. They are $10 on Eventbrite. Tucson comedy regulars know Landry from her headlining sets at…
Four Things to Do, Thursday, Sept. 19
Día de los Muertos Exhibit. This Mexican holiday which celebrates death as part of a natural cycle of life is a colorful, lively celebration that’s become a rich part of Tucson’s cultural heritage. Modern celebrations combine ancient traditions with contemporary art, and this exhibit honors the way that artists capture the spirit of this holiday…
XOXO: Where to rock, Thursday, Sept. 19
“If you ain’t first, you’re last,” a wise man once said. And those words may best summarize this fire-breathing truth-tellers’ life. His robust baritone has earned this Texas troubadour the nickname “Big Velvet,” as evidenced on tracks like “Holy Ghost Fire” and “Cocaine Country Dancing.” Paul Cauthen preaches at 191 Toole. Pop rock singer Anna…
Claytoon of the Day: Corey’s Fairy Tales
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Today is ‘Rambo Day’ in Bowie, AZ
Although not as blood-soaked as you might expect, the Bowie Chamber of Commerce officially announced Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019 to be “Rambo Day” as in, yes, the Sylvester Stallone ‘Rambo.’ This is in celebration of the fact that, in the upcoming sequel Rambo: Last Blood, Stallone’s titular character once-again calls Bowie his home. The Bowie Chamber…
XOXO: Where to rock, Wednesday, Sept. 18
Last year when this electronic rock duo was in town, vocalist Sarah Barthel and guitarist Josh Carter took the audience through the hills and valleys of love—from the euphoria of “Fall In Love” to the dispirited realization that “You Don’t Get Me High Anymore.” At song’s end, Barthel said coyly, “We’ve all got a little…
Five Things to Do, Wednesday, Sept. 18
Día de los Muertos Exhibit. This Mexican holiday which celebrates death as part of a natural cycle of life is a colorful, lively celebration that’s become a rich part of Tucson’s cultural heritage. Modern celebrations combine ancient traditions with contemporary art, and this exhibit honors the way that artists capture the spirit of this holiday…
Win Free Environmentally Friendly Gas For a Year From Circle K
Circle K is giving away a free year of environmentally-friendly fuel to one lucky Tucson resident and it could be you! The giveaway coincides with the introduction of the Conserve-Reduced Emissions Program new to Tucson. The Conserve program invests in carbon emission reduction projects to reduce tailpipe emissions by 30 percent. Circle K and GreenPrint,…
Tucson ‘Climate Strike’ planned in El Presidio Park
Climate Strike Arizona is hosting a rally at El Presido Park next to Tucson City Hall from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20. The rally plans to host elected officials such as State Representative Andres Cano, State Senator Victoria Steele, and Mayoral Candidate Regina Romero to speak about environmental action. “Arizona youth Climate Strike is…
Claytoon of the Day: Sword Dance
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Three Things to Do, Tuesday, Sept. 17
Día de los Muertos Exhibit. This Mexican holiday which celebrates death as part of a natural cycle of life is a colorful, lively celebration that’s become a rich part of Tucson’s cultural heritage. Modern celebrations combine ancient traditions with contemporary art, and this exhibit honors the way that artists capture the spirit of this holiday…
XOXO: Where to Rock, Tuesday, Sept. 16
His early pioneering work with eastmountainsouth—blending ancient folklore and modern technology—caught the attention of Robbie Robertson, who signed them to DreamWorks before a major label shakeup precipitated the duo’s demise. Now, this folk-pop singer-songwriter’s sixth solo effort, A Face Like Mine, continues to introspectively mine of the middle ground between hope and heartache. Peter Bradley…
Adoptable Pets: Wilson Needs a Home
Wilson (875085) is an affectionate, four year-old kitty who has won the heart of every HSSA staff member who has met him! He’s very sweet and loves to chat with you when you pet him. Wilson needs your help. He has tested positive for FIV, the feline immunodeficiency virus, and though it sounds scary; it…
Claytoon of the Day: Daddy’s Moral Compass
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XOXO: Where to Rock This Weekend, Sept.14-15
Saturday, Sept. 14 “I Remember Now.” In 1988, the release of landmark concept album Operation: Mindcrime garnered this “thinking man’s progressive metal band” critical acclaim and comparisons to epic works: Pink Floyd’s The Wall and Tommy by The Who. Led by Queensrÿche’s operatic vocalist, Geoff Tate’s Operation: Mindcrime expose conspiracy theories at the Rialto Theatre.…
Great Cover-Up 2019 Submissions Are Open!
It’s time once again to prepare for Tucson’s favorite cover band extravaganza, but the best part is, you don’t have to stay in the audience. The Great Cover-Up is now accepting submissions for cover bands. The 2019 Great Cover-Up takes place at Club Congress and 191 Toole, from Thursday, Dec. 12, through Saturday, Dec. 14 .…
All Bets Are On, Volume 30: On Arizona’s Clash With Texas Tech, Marcel Yates’ Job Security and Larry Scott’s Terrible Adventure
Co-hosts Christopher Boan and Tyler Vondrak return for another episode of the Tucson Weekly’s sports podcast. The duo break down Arizona’s 66-41 win over NAU a week ago and preview the team’s home clash with Matt Wells and the Texas Tech Red Raiders this Saturday. They then break down the week’s best college football action,…
Claytoon of the Day: Inhaling The NRA
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24 Great Things to Do This Weekend in Tucson
Friday, Sept. 13 Born & Brewed Pre-Party at 1912 Brewing. Before the festivities truly commence for “Born & Brewed,” hop over to 1912 Brewing for a special tasting of two specialty beers: The Baya Gose and the Blueberry Pie Gose. At last years’ Born & Brewed, 1912 took home the People’s Choice award for their…
XOXO: Where to rock, Friday Sept. 12
Their full-flavored sound is a mezcla of rockabilly, cumbia, jazz and Gypsy. This multicultural cookery got its start when a 20-year old trumpet wielding firebrand of an English singer moved to Spain to form a band with a rockabilly double bassist and the “best flamenco/punk guitarist” in town. Clear away any buffelgrass when Jenny &…
Claytoon of the Day: Bahama Trauma
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County Recorder F. Ann Rodriguez Is Calling It Quits
County Recorder F. Ann Rodriguez, a Democrat who has served in the office since first winning office in 1992, announced today that she will not seek reelection in 2020. “All events in life have a beginning and an end and this is also true with my journey as your Pima County recorder,” Rodriguez said in…
Course Correction
Most people have choices in their lives that, upon reflection, have the potential to change its course; which college to attend, what career path to follow, who to spend their lives with. In the case of the play Now and Then by Sean Grennan, playing at Invisible Theatre, this theme plays out in showing us a couple…
Reel Indie
Arizona Underground Film Festival brings a slew of indie films to Tucson.
Clown Show
With It Chapter Two we have a needed, yet pretty bad, conclusion to a saga started by a previous, far superior film. If you saw and liked the first movie, you have to watch this one to get the full story. You’ll also be witnessing somewhat of a decline in quality.
The Scotsmen Are Coming
The Scottish band Old Blind Dogs returns to Tucson this Saturday just a year-and-a-half after their last Old Pueblo gig. That’s how much their fans like them.
Know Your Product
Ahead of her show at Club Congress, Laura Carbone shared five albums that she’s always willing to dive into.
Smoke Signals
If you want an idea of how far the idea of legal cannabis has come, just check out the day-long symposium on marijuana being held on the University of Arizona campus under the aegis of the UA College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, College of Medicine, College of Science, and the BIO5 Institute.
XOXO
Music to fill out your week.
City Week
There’s plenty going on this week in the city!
Now and Then
Jim introduces the latest Tucson Weekly.
Police Dispatch
A man who’d clearly not breakfasted gave new meaning to the term “hangry” when caught stealing an armful of convenience-store junk food by University of Arizona cops, according to a UA Police Department report.
Letter Degrade
It turns out that publicly dismissing the LGBT community as a collection of “perverts” and “degenerates” might not be great for your professional career.
Troubled Dreams
Two years after the trump administration announced plans to kill Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, the program still has a pulse—though advocates worry about how long that might last.
Walking Tall
Just 10 days after Tito & Pep opened in November 2018, vandals hurled bricks and stones through their large window facing Speedway Boulevard.
Danehy
A kid I know told me that in one of her classes, the teacher emphatically stated that there is no such thing as climate change and that if anybody mentioned that phrase or “global warming,” they would receive a zero for that day’s class participation grade. I suggested that she just leave it alone, as…
Quick Bites
Here’s the best culinary experiences the week has to offer.
When the Moon Comes to Oracle
GLOW: A Nighttime Art Experience, the brainchild of artist and ranch owner Sharon Holnback, annually transforms the Triangle L into a luminous arts wonderland.
