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Hale and happy: Pet doors give the best of both worlds
Pets are wonderful additions to any family, offering companionship and unconditional love. Tucson Doggie Doors preserves that relationship by creating custom solutions for pets. “We firmly believe that a pet door enhances the bond between pets and families even more,” said Kristen Korczynski of Tucson Doggie Doors. Pet doors relieve anxiety for pets and their…
Troubling Sounds: Schaffer brings sounds of Mexico to the stage
Eric Schaffer is best known for his work with his band, Eric Schaffer and the Other Troublemakers. He also performs as a solo artist in Arizona and in Mexico, where he has a second home. On Sunday, June 22, he brings his solo Americana set to Rosati’s Pizza, as part of the Oro Valley Concert…
Swamp Thing: Saguaro City spreads acceptance with ‘Shrek’
The 2001 Oscar-winning film “Shrek” is loved by people of all ages because it tells the story of an ogre and a cursed princess, two social outcasts who find love. The musical adaptation, based on the film, shares a similarly heartfelt story about accepting oneself and others. Saguaro City Music Theatre will stage “Shrek the…
An Arizona Debut: Tropical F Storm pours down at Club Congress
Gareth Liddiard doesn’t know what to expect when Tropical F Storm appears Tuesday, July 1, at Club Congress. The Australian singer-songwriter has been almost everywhere around the globe but has yet to set foot in Arizona. “What is it like there,” Liddiard asked while calling from Chicago. “I know I should expect heat.” But it’s…
NORML News: Quality of life improvements for people with Parkinson’s disease
Published survey data from the medical journal Parkinson’s Disease suggests that people with the condition have experienced quality of life improvements after consuming cannabis. French investigators surveyed 1,136 patients, with a median age of 68 years, and reported that 60% of them said they saw improvements after using cannabis. The respondents explained that their pain,…
Pot Warning For Pets: Veterinarian urges caution around cannabis
Veterinary Emergency Group’s Dr. Chelsie Narito has seen her fair share of dogs acting oddly — loopy or wobbly. Diagnosis: They’re stoned. They’ve ingested their owners’ marijuana. Ingestion of marijuana by dogs has become increasingly common, with an 11% rise in calls to the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center in 2022 compared to the previous…
The Story Behind My Culinary Canine: Rethinking dog food so you don’t have to
Five years ago, Jackson Nyx — a lifelong dog lover — faced a pet owner’s most difficult and heartbreaking decision. “When it came time to put my beloved Frenchie, Violet, down, I was completely shattered,” Nyx said. “I’d lost dogs before, but never like this. It literally broke my heart — I was a mess…
Pup Paradise: Dogs of Tucson is barking up the right tree
Summertime in Tucson can be intolerable to humans, let alone dogs. Canine family members need to run, jump, play and relieve themselves — all of which can be difficult in the heat. Frankie Lemer has the answer: Bark Park at Dogs of Tucson. “I jokingly say that we’re a social club for dogs,” she said.…
City Week: Week of June 26, 2025
“Loveapalooza” JUNE 28 “Loveapalooza” at 191 Toole will feature various bands playing metal, rock, ska, shoegaze, country and R&B. Featured groups include Ash To Dust, Coalescent, Swigfoot, Immovable Fate, Noah Martin from Already Broken, Future Fiires and Znora. 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Avenue, Tucson, ticket prices start at $6, 6:30 p.m., rialtotheatre.com “Grease” Sing-Along…
Giving a Voice: Unscrewed Theater hosts ‘Laugh with Pride’
Unscrewed Theater, a nonprofit community theater that offers educational and performance opportunities, is recognized for embracing diverse styles of improv and various communities. The organization hosts monthly shows and, on Saturday, June 28, it’s “Laugh With Pride,” in honor of Pride Month. Unscrewed has shows on Friday and Saturday nights; its 7:30 p.m. shows are…
City Week: Week of June 19, 2025
Kolby CooperJUNE 20 Country musician Kolby Cooper debuted with the album “Boy From Anderson County To The Moon,” and amassed a large following for his electric guitar work and stadium-level anthems. Some popular Cooper hits include “Hate You Too,” “Running Away,” and “Hello From The Road.” 191 Toole, 318 E. Congress Street, Tucson, $26.85, 7…
Space is the Place: Series hosts unconventional concert experiences
During the height of COVID-19, Arizona Arts Live at the University of Arizona sought to provide opportunities for and showcase Southern Arizona artists through its Tucson Studio series. Now, they are bringing it back with intimate, in-person performances at various locations. They will kick off the series with a performance from Space Travelers Union, an…
A Fire’s Story: New book recounts the Bighorn Fire
Photographer Claire “Vimala” Anderson knows what it is to be unafraid to be near fire. On June 5, 2020, a lightning strike lit up the Santa Catalina Mountains, igniting the Bighorn Fire. That blaze went on for seven weeks before it was extinguished. During those weeks, Anderson was there to record the fire while it…
Creativity Behind Bars: UA Poetry Center hosts contest for incarcerated writers
Published writers don’t often rob banks. This expression, coined by a student at the University of Arizona’s prison creative writing workshops, is the philosophy of UA Poetry Center’s Free Time Writing Contest for Incarcerated Writers. “If you can find a different way of seeing yourself in the world, through this energy, through the work that…
How CBD Cream Is Changing the Way People Manage Everyday Discomfort
CBD cream is becoming an integral part of many people’s natural wellness routines, from everyday use in managing migraines, skin irritation, and joint pain to more luxurious add-ons to spa treatments. CBD-infused skincare and wellness products are gaining popularity because they can provide localized relief while potentially mitigating some of the side effects associated with…
Healing at Home: How Dr. Jeff Monash Keeps Wound Care on Track – Even When Patients Can’t Make It In
At the Wound Center of Tucson, we see patients from all over Southern Arizona, including many with complex conditions like diabetic ulcers, pressure injuries, or post-surgical wounds. These patients often require wound care two to three times a week. But here’s the reality: Many of these folks can’t physically make it into our clinic that…
