Things to do, This Weekend, Feb. 15 -16
The Capitol Steps. There’s a lot that’s depressing about following politics. But these days, there’s also a lot that’s entertaining. The University of Arizona Hillel Foundation wants to focus on the entertaining part of things by bringing this group (founded by a group of Senate staffers back in ’81) back to Tucson. As one performer…
Things to do, Valentines Day
Día de San Valentin at Penca. Chef David Solorzano cooked up a four-course prix fixe menu blending multiple flavors from Mexico City. Dishes include a Sunchoke soup made with Jerusalem artichokes and a light dusting of hibiscus; Madeira-braised forest mushrooms over a light cheese sauce; grilled petit center cut fillet with mole rojo, baby vegetable…
Laughing Stock: Date night, book report and laughing at the beast
Romantic Comedy stars Vanessa Hollingshead Maybe Laff’s should offer a prize for the first engagement of the evening. Valentines Day date night starts with dinner at 8, featuring dreamy “sirloin medallions with roasted garlic and bacon, smothered in a creamy Marsala sauce” or similarly salacious sounding chicken and salmon options. Sides include salad, vegetables and…
Things to do, Thursday, Feb. 13
Let the Sunshine In. The University of Arizona’s Department of French and Italian Studies is hosting a special screening of the 2017 romantic drama directed by Claire Denis (Beau Travail, 35 Shots of Rum). This French film tells of a battle of the sexes, centering on a 50-something Parisian artist played by Juliette Binoche. It…
La Cañada and River switching to leading left arrow
The intersection of North La Cañada Drive and West River Road is switching to a leading left arrow beginning Thursday, Feb. 13. Pima County Signals and Lighting will perform the change for all left turn arrows beginning at 6 a.m. Work is expected to last until 7 a.m. According to the county, the change “allows…
Arizona officials keep an eye out, as Defense budget again targets A-10
WASHINGTON – Arizona officials said they will fight to make sure that Davis-Monthan Air Force Base does not take a hit as a result of the Pentagon’s decision to retire 44 A-10 fighter jets, a mainstay at the Tucson base. The reduction was included in the fiscal 2021 budget unveiled Monday by the Trump administration,…
Claytoon of the Day: Shut The Tat’s Trap
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Medical exam released of body found at Pima Canyon
The Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner recently released the post-mortem examination of the remains of a 66-year-old man found in a wilderness area adjacent to Pima Canyon Trail on Dec. 30, 2019. The remains were discovered with damage from scavengers and environmental conditions. The post-mortem included examination of the human remains as well…
Federal judge rules against Rosemont Mine
On Monday, Feb. 10, a federal judge overturned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s approval of the Rosemont Copper Mine in the Santa Rita Mountains, citing that the mine’s plans didn’t properly protect multiple endangered and threatened species, such as the jaguar. U.S. District Judge James Soto issued his second ruling against the mine since…
Adoptable Pets: Shadow Needs a Home
“Hi, I’m Shadow, a gorgeous 11 year old cat who wants to live out my golden years with you. I’m a really nice boy who just needs a fresh start in life. I was originally adopted from HSSA in 2008, but came back when my owner could no longer care for me. Come meet me…
Claytoon of the Day: MAGA Virus
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Weekend Lovers Drop “Baby”
Led by frontwoman Marta DeLeon, on “Baby” The Weekend Lovers gnash their teeth and snarl unrepentantly while fending off those pesky ghosts that cause disturbances in the night. “Yes it’s another song called “Baby” about breaking up with macro and micro manipulations, insomnia, ghostly lost dreams and double jointed arms that don’t bend for you,”…
Hatpin Duo Release The Orange EP
In line with ancient Celtic myth, not unlike the mighty Boudica, Queen of Iceni, on The Orange EP these formidable women warriors lead us to higher realms of feminine intuition and spiritual wisdom, to arrive at a mysterious landing. Otherworldly voices, folk harp and viola delicately commingling, Mariah McCammond (Loveland) and Deanna Cross (The Unday,…
Claytoon of the Day: Menacing Mittens
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KXCI Celebrates International Clash Day
KXCI Community Radio will participate alongside more than 150 radio stations across the globe in International Clash Day this Friday with a day of programming dedicated to addressing climate change. Since 2013, radio stations have paid tribute to influential punk band The Clash and their legacy as advocates every Feb. 7. International Clash Day has…
Local Chef “Mo” Madril Wins Last Night’s GGG
Tucson chef, Jeronimo “Mo” Madril, owner of Geronimo’s Revenge food truck, wins the top prize on last night’s Guy’s Grocery Games, hosted by Guy Fieri. Madril and his team partner will be taking home $16,000. The episode’s theme was World Fusion, where contestants were teamed up with another chef representing a different country. The match…
A Killer Production
The Norwegians, by C. Denby Swanson, is more like a Tucson winter than the Minnesota winter in which it’s set; it’s brisk without being cold, bright but not quite sunny, with moments of warmth chased by a sudden chill.
On the Rebound
Becoming a world-class Paralympic athlete after a car accident is no easy feat.
“I am a Ghost”
Benjamin Isaac Kirkman passed away from heart failure on Jan. 2, 2020 in Nogales, Mexico, in the borderlands he so loved. He was 40 years old.
The Skinny
U.s. Sen. Martha McSally just didn’t want to hear any more.
Fractured Fairy Tale
Coming off like a low-rate The Witch, Gretel & Hansel shoots for the slow burn, deliberately paced, lushly photographed style that Eggers employed in his 2015 masterpiece. While director Osgood Perkins has put together a movie that looks OK, the script by Rob Hayes provides little to nothing in the way of chills. The movie…
Brewer’s Mash-up
Voltron Brewing is the brainchild of Taylor Carter and Mike Gordon, owners of Sentinel Peak Brewing, along with Borderlands Brewing owner, Mike Mallozzi. The 9000 sq. ft. space is located at 330 S. Toole Avenue, next to Rocks and Ropes, and opened to the public in January.
Reel Indie
Here’s whats coming to your local indie theaters.
Brew Review
Ahead of Arizona Beer Week, the Tucson Weekly review team got busy trying out some of the most noteworthy and new craft beers coming out of Tucson. Some shocked us, some perplexed us, and some were middle-of-the-road classics. At the end of our tastings, we realized just how lucky Tucson is to host such a…
Notes Blooming
Oregon pop band flor turns introspection into anthems. Their sophomore album, ley lines, which released September 2019, pushes forward like 12 lush declarations, all while maintaining a danceable base. The four-piece band consists of a typical rock structure, but their music is greatly expanded thanks to multiple electronic elements.
Danehy
Fights have been breaking out at the east end of downtown with ridiculous regularity and the violence is threatening to put a damper on the impressive progress that has been made in the downtown area.
XOXO
The latest tunes in town!
And The Thunder Rolls
You could see buzzards circling Thunder Canyon Brewstillery after closing their kitchen last January. Two years prior, they had shut down their flagship restaurant at Foothills Mall and their longtime head chef retired. To make matters worse, the brewstillery’s kitchen struggled to find a loyal following in downtown Tucson since opening in 2013.
In Full Bloom
Vibe: Hippie-Rasta Strains: Dozens of house-grown sativa and indica strains sold in quantities from a gram up, with pre-packaged flower deals and pre-rolls available.
Know Your Product: Death Bells
See Death Bells at Club Congress w/ Separate Ways, Hikikomori, Rough Draft and more, for a special Benefit For Australia show with all proceeds going to the Fire Relief Fund for First Nations Communities. 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. 311 E. Congress St. $10 suggested minimum donation. All ages.
Hold My Beer
This business of journalism sometimes involves risky assignments, but Associate Editor Jeff Gardner didn’t hesitate to step up and sample some of the finest product coming out of our local breweries, from the Chiltepin Red Ale at Button Brew House to the OSIRIS-REx Recon IPA at Dillinger Brewing Co.
Police Dispatch
A University of Arizona student who caused an overdose scare apparently had the time of his life while emergency responders checked to make sure he wasn’t dying but was just (very) stoned, according to a UA Police Department report.
Civil Question
Several lawmakers and community leaders last Thursday said the state needs a law to protect Arizonans from being fired, denied housing or refused service because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
A Stout Industry
When Dragoon Brewing Company opened in 2012, there were only five craft breweries in the Tucson area. Eight years later, Tucson is home to 25. This 500 percent increase in less than a decade is even higher than the already impressive national increase during that same time frame: In 2012, there were more than 2,000…
Quick Bites
The best culinary adventures and libations in town this week.
Tap Times
This guide will help you keep track of all the best events going on at Tucson’s two dozen craft breweries during the 10th annual Arizona Craft Beer Week: Thursday, Feb. 6, through Saturday, Feb. 15.
City Week
The best things to do in town this week!
Global Glow
With the winter art season in full swing in Tucson, arts lovers have plenty of events and exhibitions.
