Art Exhibits
Today
Día de los Muertos - Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. Works created by regional artists paying homage to this observance. Also, contemporary paintings, photographs, quilts and artful works dealing with death, loss and remembrance. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Reception during Park After Dark, 5-8 p.m. Oct. 21. Included with $8 admission. 742-6455.
Guadalupe de la Torre, October Gallery Artist - National Parks Store, 12880 N. Vistoso Village Drive. Original paintings and giclees. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. Free. 622-6014.
Book Events
Today
Book Character Bingo - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Put your knowledge of children's book characters to the test. For all ages. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 6. Free. 229-5300.
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Crafty Readers - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Read "A Lei for Tutu" by Rebecca Fellows and make a craft. Registration required. For children ages 6 to 8. 4-5 p.m. Oct. 6. Free. 229-5300.
Leading Ladies of Literature and a Few Gentlemen Friends - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. A new look at Goneril and Regan presented by Marion Doane. 10 a.m.-noon. Oct. 6. Free. 229-5300.
Business
Today
Résumé Rescue - Nanini Library, 7300 N. Shannon Road. Interactive workshop to explore the elements of effective résumés and cover letters. 8:15-9:45 a.m. Oct. 6. Free. 594-5365.
Farmers markets
Today
Pumpkin Patch - 77north Artworks and Marketplace, 16733 N. Oracle Road, Catalina. 4-7 p.m. Oct. 6-9. Free. Ongoing Thursdays-Sundays through October. 825-4427.
Lectures
Today
Thirteen Thousand Years of Migration in Southern Arizona - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. For 99 percent of the time humans have wandered the globe, there was no written history. However, this "deep history" of humanity is important. Presented by John Ware, executive director of the Amerind Foundation. 2-3 p.m. Oct. 6. Free. 229-5300.
Technology
Today
Computer Protection - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Tips and advice on how to protect your computer from spyware, viruses and other security problems. New and experienced users welcome. Instructed by Josh Glyn. Call to register. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 6. Free. 229-5300.
Art Exhibits
Friday
First Friday Artisan Market - Sunflower Market, 3860 W. River Road. Handcrafted art created by local and regional artists. Includes photography, art pottery, mosaics and paintings. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 7. Free. 574-5535.
Mata Ortiz Pottery and Oaxacan Carving Show and Sale - Western National Parks Association Store, 12880 N. Vistoso Village Drive. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 7; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 8. Free. 622-6014.
Garden
Friday
Master Gardeners - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Learn about a variety of gardening and landscaping topics from a Master Gardener. Topic: October Tasks and Fall/Winter Gardens. 1-2 p.m. Oct. 7. Free. 229-5300.
Groups
Friday
Knitty Stitches: Knitting and Crocheting Group - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. All knitters and crocheters welcome. Ask a question about a project you are working on or learn a new creative skill. Bring your own supplies; limited items provided. Noon-1 p.m. Oct. 7. Free. 229-5300.
Lectures
Friday
Tarantula - Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. Meet a live tarantula and learn more about this fascinating desert creature. Wheelchair-accessible. 11:45 a.m. Oct. 7 and 8. Park entrance fee. 733-5158.
Self-development
Friday
Facilitated Gathering for Job Seekers - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. A presentation on a specific topic related to job seeking will be presented by Beth Cole, former executive recruiter, followed by a facilitated group discussion. 3-4 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 28. Free. 229-5300.
Theater
Friday
"Box and Cox" - The Comedy Playhouse, 3620 N. First Ave., No. 154. A theater comedy classic written in 1847. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 16. $18; discounts available. 260-6442.
Business
Saturday
SCORE Business Counseling - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Counseling to small-business owners or anyone contemplating starting a new business. Call the library to schedule an appointment. 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays; 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays. Free. 229-5300.
Classes
Saturday
Stop Recycling, Start Reusing - Whole Foods Market, 7133 N. Oracle Road. Join Greg Peterson of the Urban Farm as he walks you through the three most important solutions to the plastic dilemma. 11 a.m.-noon. Oct. 8. Free. 297-5394.
Community event
Saturday
Second Saturday Marana Bazaar - Sunflower Market, 3860 W. River Road. Buy, sell or trade just about anything and everything. Collection site for arts and crafts supplies for Marana-area schools. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 8. Free. 861-7442.
Concerts
Saturday
Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra - DesertView Performing Arts Center, 39900 S. Clubhouse Drive, SaddleBrooke. Music by Mendelssohn, Galindo, Vaughn, Smetana and Liszt. 7:30-9 p.m. Oct. 8. $21 inclusive; $23 at the door. 825-2818.
Saturday
Concert in the Park - Silverbell District Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road. Featuring Heather O'Day. 7 p.m. Oct. 8. Free. 797-3959.
Brian Neal and Dave Robson - GJs Coffeehouse, Northwest Community Friends Church, 5950 N. La Cañada Drive. Live contemporary Christian music featuring Brian Neal and Dave Robson. Open mic, games, gourmet coffee, snacks. 7-10 p.m. Oct. 8. $2. 305-1497.
Craft fairs
Saturday
Craft Sale - Friendly Village of the Catalinas, 101 W. River Road. Raffle of craft items. Coffee and doughnuts, soup and cornbread for sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 8. Free. 887-0608.
Fiestas
Saturday
Hogtoberfest XXIII - Tucson Harley-Davidson, 7355 N. I-10 Eastbound Frontage Road. Three different length poker runs, food, beer garden, bike and car show, vendors, silent auction, fashion show and music contest. Noon-8 p.m. Oct. 8. Free. 751-3389.
Outdoors
Friday
The CCC in Saguaro National Park - Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. A brief history of the CCC in this area will be illustrated with old photo images and movie clips. The Civilian Conservation Corps was a Depression-era work program that had a great influence on national, state, and county parks. 2:15 p.m. Oct. 7 and 8. Park entrance fee. 733-5158.
Concerts
Sunday
Sunday Jazz Concert Series - Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. The Larry Redhouse Trio. Oct. 9. $20; $15 members; tickets for the three-part series are $55; $35 members. 742-6455.
Jam sessions
Sunday
Sunday Open Mic/Jam - Elbow Room, 1145 W. Prince Road. 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Free. 690-1011.
Outdoors
Sunday
Neighborhood Characters - Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. A 30-minute, easy morning walk in the cactus garden or in a nearby wash will introduce you to plants that may remind you of people you know. 9:45 a.m. Oct. 9. Park entrance fee. 733-5158.
Book Events
Tuesday
Read to a Dog - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Children practice reading aloud to trained and certified therapy and service dogs. 2-3 p.m. Oct. 11; 4-5 p.m. Oct. 27. Free. 229-5300.
Business
Tuesday
Individual Job Counseling - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive. A job counselor from Career Services Unlimited will provide free, one-on-one career counseling on topics including résumé writing, choosing a career, updating your interviewing, networking and job search skills and more. Registration begins two weeks in advance. 10 a.m.-noon Oct. 11. Free. 594-5200.
Concerts
Tuesday
Foothills Mall Music & Art Series - Foothills Mall, 7401 N. La Cholla Blvd. The Bouncing Czechs are popular for dancing. 6 p.m. Oct. 11. Free. 797-3959.
Outdoors
Tuesday
Meet the Cuckoo of the Desert - Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. Learn about the natural history, behavior and other fascinating facts about the roadrunner. Wheelchair-accessible. 2:15 p.m. Oct. 11. Park entrance fee. 733-5158.
Business
Wednesday
Tucson Job Seekers Network - Nanini Library, 7300 N. Shannon Road. This group meets weekly to share job search information and ideas, and network. 8:15-9:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 21. Free. tucsonjobseekers@cs.com.
Dance
Wednesday
Country Western Dance Instruction - Flowing Wells Community Center, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Road. Arizona two-step, country waltz and Houston shuffle. Couples recommended. Presented by Pima County Natural Resources, Parks & Recreation. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 26. $40 for eight-week class. 877-6000.
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