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Pumpkins, Puppets and Painting: Patagonia hosting fall festival
The Patagonia Fall Festival is finally at a post-pandemic point. Capacity was limited from 2021 to 2023. The 35th annual event, save 2020, which was postponed due to COVID-19, will look like 2019. More than 130 vendors will be on hand 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, and Sunday, Oct. 13, at Patagonia…
Learning from losing
Every time I vote in an election, I try to learn something from the results. I realize I’m not always going to be on the winning side, but there are lessons to be learned. What good is it to get older if you don’t learn stuff (even painful stuff) along the way? In my first…
City Week: Week of Oct. 17, 2024
Pima Theater presents “Dracula” OCT. 17 TO OCT. 27 Pima Theater will adapt the classic story of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula.” The story follows Jonathan Harker, who teams with Professor Annika Van Helsing to confront the infamous vampire causing mayhem at an asylum. Black Box Theatre, West Campus Center for the Arts, Pima Community College, 2202…
‘Burn It Down’: Parker McCollum brings the heat
Parker McCollum admits he’s in a time where he’s fighting a battle between his commercial and artistic ambitions. On the one hand, he’s on a major label (Universal’s MCA imprint) and headlining arenas, fulfilling the ambitions he always had for his music career. “I wanted to be on a big label and record in world-class…
In It for the Long Haul: Rockers ZZ Top have got ‘legs’
ZZ Top’s “Raw” is as close to being an accidental album as it gets. The album, which was released in July 2022, is drawn from a session at Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, Texas, in which singer/guitarist Billy Gibbons, bassist Dusty Hill and drummer Frank Beard set up and played versions of such familiar songs…
Arizona cultivates notable cannabis brands
While the Arizona cannabis market is now home to a plethora of nationwide brands, a handful of companies have maintained their niche within the hearts of Arizona stoners. Any cannabis brand sold in Arizona is legally required to be licensed within the state, and finding the space to thrive in a competitive market is no…
Anime Wonder: Convention brightens Tucson again after ‘hiccups
Last year, Anime Wonder debuted at Tucson’s Rillito Racetrack but faced challenges, namely date changes and cold weather. Anime Wonder is returning Saturday, Oct. 19, and Sunday, Oct. 20, this month but it will be held indoors at the Tucson Expo Center, complete with anime and Japanese cultural experiences. “We’re doing it indoors in…
Gone to the Dogs: Film festival celebrates all-things canine
When Kathy Alexander and Paul Lindsey attended the first Dog Film Festival in New York in 2015, they loved the concept and left the event inspired. “The people behind that film festival knew it was a good idea,” Alexander said. “It’s a terrific idea, but we thought if we do something like their event we…
City Week: Week of Oct. 10, 2024
“Nightfall Reign of Terror” to OCT. 27 With Halloween slowly approaching, now is the time to don masks and appear at Nightfall. In this living nightmare, guests can experience terrifying haunted mazes, roaming scares and varying theatrical shows. There will also be horrifyingly delicious food and drinks, as well as family-friendly attractions. Old Tucson, 201…
George Michael: Winberry has ‘faith’ in his tribute show
Pop singer George Michael influenced the music landscape as a member of Wham! and as a solo artist. He is best known for songs such as “Wake Me Up Before You Go Go,” “Freedom,” “Faith,” “Careless Whisper,” “Monkey,” “One More Try” and “Father Figure.” The tribute show “The Life and Music of George Michael” is…
Growing cannabis at home can be easy
The legalization of recreational and medicinal cannabis has ushered in a new era of consuming marijuana: being permitted to grow your own plants at home. However, state governments limit the number of plants, and it can be tricky to purchase cannabis seeds, as dispensaries in Arizona are not permitted to sell them. In Arizona, an…
Improve with Improv: Have a laugh at the Tucson Comedy Arts Festival
By following the pillar of improvisation, which is “Yes and…Jamie Moyer” will perform at the 10th annual Tucson Comedy Arts Festival Thursday, Oct. 10, to Friday, Oct. 19. “How can I say no to Tucson,” Moyer said while calling from her Los Angeles home. “It’s such a cool city.” Moyer, an actress, who has appeared…
Hidden Treasures: Mercado Flea returns this Sunday
You never know what you’ll discover at a flea market. There will be many items at the seventh annual Mercado Flea. The season, which commences Sunday, Oct. 13, in the parking lots and sidewalks on Avenida Del Convento between Congress and Cushing streets in the Mercado District, will feature more than 60 vendors. “This will…
A Western Perspective: Cowgirl artists gallup into Tubac
Often, the Tubac Center of the Arts partners with other organizations to showcase new artists. This is the case with the exhibit “Land of Legend,” which is a collaboration between the center and Cowgirl Artists of America. Juried by Megan Wimberley, the CEO and Cowgirl Artists of America founder, the exhibition will run through Sunday,…
‘A Planet of Energy’: Soul Asylum maintains its sense of humor
Soul Asylum frontman Dave Pirner has a way with words; and not only on hits like “Runaway Train” and “Black Gold.” He’s also a deft conversationalist who weaves words into vivid pictures. “I’ve been in and out of Tucson many times, but I think my fondest memory is the first time we ever played Tucson…
Is Freedom Debt Relief Legit?
Freedom Debt Relief is one of the largest debt settlement companies in the U.S., helping individuals reduce their unsecured debt through negotiation with creditors. Due to its prominence, scale, and unique affordability, many have questioned its validity and whether it is a scam or legitimate. However, with a substantial track record of assisting clients in…
Discover The Best Fast Payout Online Casinos for Instant Wins
Games of chance and luck through online gaming venues have become increasingly popular, especially for those who like to gamble from the comfort of home. Whether you’re playing alone or having millions of people watching you, the idea of having access to the money you earn quickly and being able to withdraw it almost instantly…
