Ten cool things to do in Tucson this weekend (Nov. 18-20)
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Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History discovered what they believed was Jesuit missionary Eusebio Francisco Kino's remains in 1966.
But how did they know?
Júpiter Martínez Ramírez, permanent archaeologist and professor-investigator for the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia (INAH) in Sonora, Mexico, asks that question at a free lecture Friday in the Center for English as a Second Language building on the University of Arizona campus, 1100 E James E. Rogers Way.
Find out what happened to the man who planted the seeds for Tucson. More info: 626-8381.
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Ballet Tucson kicks off its latest season with a performance dubbed "Spirit Garden," featuring the music of Calexico.
Joey Burns, one of the band's founders, helped Ballet Tucson's Cheiko Imada sift through the group's expansive repertoire to find the perfect songs for movement.
"Spirit Garden" will be premiered at the Temple of Music and Art alongside a second premiere, ballet master Daniel Precup's "Perseus and Andromeda."
The opening night gala takes place Friday, November 18, with additional shows Saturday, November 19-Sunday November 20.
Find out more on the Ballet Tucson website.
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Boogie Woogie piano player Arthur Migliazza doesn't call Tucson home anymore.
Thankfully, he returns every now and again to remind us just exactly what we are missing.
Migliazza, shown above in a photo from 2007, is good. Damn good.
Watching his fingers fly across the keys is just as entertaining as listening to him flawlessly execute the melodies he chooses to play.
Migliazza performs at the Fox this Friday with fellow piano player Bob Baldori, in a theatrical performance, dubbed "Boogie Stomp!"
The Fox describes the show as "the story of past and present piano masters, and the vibrant music that emerges from their lives. This story is presented as a different kind of musical by two of the best performers of American piano music in the world, Bob Baldori and Arthur Migliazza, who inform, entertain, teach, preach, dance, and boogie their way through a performance like no other.
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25-$50 through the Fox website.
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It is kind of amazing that Chubby Checker is still breaking out the golden hits of his early years without breaking anything else.
Checker turned 75 in October. He released his first single, "The Class" in 1958 and hasn't looked back.
On Friday, the oldies icon takes the stage at the Desert Diamond Center, 1100 W. Pima Mine Road. The gig starts at 6 p.m. and tickets start at $20.
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Here's what Star reporter Kathleen Allen has to say about the Tucson Museum of Art's 31st annual Holiday Artisans Market this weekend:
Sure, the Santa ads on TV and the cheery decorations in stores tell us the holidays are upon us. But for us, the spirit starts with the Tucson Museum of Art Holiday Artisans Market. And that’s this weekend.
The three-day, curated market features works by some of the best artisans around.
You’ll find artists such as intricate jeweler Rodney Casebier; John Benedict, who does delicate metal work; and Nora Graf, who takes everyday gourds and turns them into stunning pieces of art.
There are other treats, too: El Nacimiento, the beautiful and elaborate nativity scene by folk artist Maria Luis Tena is open, and TMA’s research library holds its annual book sale during the Artisans Market.
It’s open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at TMA, 140 N. Main Ave. Admission is free to both the market and the museum. More information: tucsonmuseumofart.org or 624-2333.
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The Kon Tiki has been a hotspot of activity lately. Hot on the heels of the restaurant's vintage swap meet, comes the addition of a new tiki, 10 feet tall and ready for installation this Saturday.
In honor of the addition, the Kon Tiki is making a day of it with Dia Del Diablo, an event that will include a new mug release, live music from the Surfbroads and Chum and an unveiling of the new tiki, carved by Danny "Tiki Diablo" Gallardo.
The evening runs from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. The cover is $5.
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Old Tucson will be the epicenter of all things Old West gunfighting this weekend as it hosts the Old Tucson Shootout At The Chaparral, Saturday and Sunday.
Billed as the "most explosive gathering of gunfighters ever," the event has enlisted Old West reenactment groups from throughout the Southwest to participate.
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What's better than a pint of craft beer and a slice of tasty pie?
A pint of craft beer and a slice of tasty pie, with beer as an ingredient!
That's what you'll find this weekend at Iron John's Brewing Company, 245 S. Plumer Ave., as the prominent purveyor of craft beer joins forces with Beer Geek Bakery.
The opportunity for beer and pie takes place all day, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Find out more on the Facebook event page.
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If you thought "Pitch Perfect" was a-ca-awesome, chances are you'll thoroughly enjoy Vocalosity, an a cappella group performing at Centennial Hall this Sunday.
The ensemble was created by Deke Sharon, a modern a cappella pioneer, known best for his work as music director and arranger for "Pitch Perfect."
It consists of 10 handpicked vocalists, singing hits from the Beatles to Bruno Mars, according the UAPresents website.
It's an afternoon show, at 3 p.m., so perfect for the kids.
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At first glance, classical music doesn't necessarily seem like a Millennial's cup of tea.
The documentary "What Would Beethoven Do?" turns that thought process on its head as it presents a series of "musical renegades" who are upping the game when it comes to the classical genre.
The movie, directed by Jonathan Keijser and starting at 2 p.m., will include a post-film discussion with Tucson Symphony Composer-in-residence, Dan Coleman.
More information can be found on the Loft website.
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Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History discovered what they believed was Jesuit missionary Eusebio Francisco Kino's remains in 1966.
But how did they know?
Júpiter Martínez Ramírez, permanent archaeologist and professor-investigator for the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia (INAH) in Sonora, Mexico, asks that question at a free lecture Friday in the Center for English as a Second Language building on the University of Arizona campus, 1100 E James E. Rogers Way.
Find out what happened to the man who planted the seeds for Tucson. More info: 626-8381.
Ballet Tucson kicks off its latest season with a performance dubbed "Spirit Garden," featuring the music of Calexico.
Joey Burns, one of the band's founders, helped Ballet Tucson's Cheiko Imada sift through the group's expansive repertoire to find the perfect songs for movement.
"Spirit Garden" will be premiered at the Temple of Music and Art alongside a second premiere, ballet master Daniel Precup's "Perseus and Andromeda."
The opening night gala takes place Friday, November 18, with additional shows Saturday, November 19-Sunday November 20.
Find out more on the Ballet Tucson website.
Boogie Woogie piano player Arthur Migliazza doesn't call Tucson home anymore.
Thankfully, he returns every now and again to remind us just exactly what we are missing.
Migliazza, shown above in a photo from 2007, is good. Damn good.
Watching his fingers fly across the keys is just as entertaining as listening to him flawlessly execute the melodies he chooses to play.
Migliazza performs at the Fox this Friday with fellow piano player Bob Baldori, in a theatrical performance, dubbed "Boogie Stomp!"
The Fox describes the show as "the story of past and present piano masters, and the vibrant music that emerges from their lives. This story is presented as a different kind of musical by two of the best performers of American piano music in the world, Bob Baldori and Arthur Migliazza, who inform, entertain, teach, preach, dance, and boogie their way through a performance like no other.
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25-$50 through the Fox website.
It is kind of amazing that Chubby Checker is still breaking out the golden hits of his early years without breaking anything else.
Checker turned 75 in October. He released his first single, "The Class" in 1958 and hasn't looked back.
On Friday, the oldies icon takes the stage at the Desert Diamond Center, 1100 W. Pima Mine Road. The gig starts at 6 p.m. and tickets start at $20.
Here's what Star reporter Kathleen Allen has to say about the Tucson Museum of Art's 31st annual Holiday Artisans Market this weekend:
Sure, the Santa ads on TV and the cheery decorations in stores tell us the holidays are upon us. But for us, the spirit starts with the Tucson Museum of Art Holiday Artisans Market. And that’s this weekend.
The three-day, curated market features works by some of the best artisans around.
You’ll find artists such as intricate jeweler Rodney Casebier; John Benedict, who does delicate metal work; and Nora Graf, who takes everyday gourds and turns them into stunning pieces of art.
There are other treats, too: El Nacimiento, the beautiful and elaborate nativity scene by folk artist Maria Luis Tena is open, and TMA’s research library holds its annual book sale during the Artisans Market.
It’s open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at TMA, 140 N. Main Ave. Admission is free to both the market and the museum. More information: tucsonmuseumofart.org or 624-2333.
The Kon Tiki has been a hotspot of activity lately. Hot on the heels of the restaurant's vintage swap meet, comes the addition of a new tiki, 10 feet tall and ready for installation this Saturday.
In honor of the addition, the Kon Tiki is making a day of it with Dia Del Diablo, an event that will include a new mug release, live music from the Surfbroads and Chum and an unveiling of the new tiki, carved by Danny "Tiki Diablo" Gallardo.
The evening runs from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. The cover is $5.
Old Tucson will be the epicenter of all things Old West gunfighting this weekend as it hosts the Old Tucson Shootout At The Chaparral, Saturday and Sunday.
Billed as the "most explosive gathering of gunfighters ever," the event has enlisted Old West reenactment groups from throughout the Southwest to participate.
What's better than a pint of craft beer and a slice of tasty pie?
A pint of craft beer and a slice of tasty pie, with beer as an ingredient!
That's what you'll find this weekend at Iron John's Brewing Company, 245 S. Plumer Ave., as the prominent purveyor of craft beer joins forces with Beer Geek Bakery.
The opportunity for beer and pie takes place all day, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Find out more on the Facebook event page.
If you thought "Pitch Perfect" was a-ca-awesome, chances are you'll thoroughly enjoy Vocalosity, an a cappella group performing at Centennial Hall this Sunday.
The ensemble was created by Deke Sharon, a modern a cappella pioneer, known best for his work as music director and arranger for "Pitch Perfect."
It consists of 10 handpicked vocalists, singing hits from the Beatles to Bruno Mars, according the UAPresents website.
It's an afternoon show, at 3 p.m., so perfect for the kids.
At first glance, classical music doesn't necessarily seem like a Millennial's cup of tea.
The documentary "What Would Beethoven Do?" turns that thought process on its head as it presents a series of "musical renegades" who are upping the game when it comes to the classical genre.
The movie, directed by Jonathan Keijser and starting at 2 p.m., will include a post-film discussion with Tucson Symphony Composer-in-residence, Dan Coleman.
More information can be found on the Loft website.
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