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 or opening a small business. By appointment. 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays March 5-26. Free. 229-5300.
Children Event
Today
Crafty Readers - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. We will be reading "Panda's Earthquake Escape" by Phyllis Perry and making a craft. For children ages 6 to 8. Registration required. 4-5 p.m. March 3. Free. 229-5300.
Friday
Story Tunes - Bookmans, 3733 W. Ina Road. Stories, snacks and participating musical jam session with Big D and friends. Various instruments will be available. 10-11 a.m. Fridays through April 1. Free. 579-0303.
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Toddler Storytime - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Listen to stories and songs for children 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. 10-10:30 a.m. Fridays March 4-25. Free. 229-5300.
Monday
Baby Storytime - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. For infants up to 18 months and their parents or caregivers. 10-10:30 a.m. Mondays March 7-28. Free. 229-5300.
Tuesday
Preschool Storytime - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Listen to stories and songs. For children ages 3 to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. 11:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays March 1-29. Free. 229-5300.
Wednesday
Family Storytime - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Listen to stories and songs for children ages newborn to 5 years and their parents and caregivers. 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays March 2-30. Free. 229-5300.
Community event
Today
AARP Tax-Aide - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance serving low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those ages 60 and older. 1-4 p.m. Thursdays through April 14. Free. 229-5300.
Saturday
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance - Interfaith Community Services, 2820 W. Ina Road. Low- to moderate-income individuals and families can have their state and federal income tax returns done for free by trained volunteers. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. March 5. Free. 297-6049.
Wednesday
AARP Tax Aid - Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr. Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive. Free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance serving low- and middle-income taxpayers with special attention to those ages 60 and older. 1-5 p.m. March 2-30. Free. 594-5200.
Craft fairs
Friday
Tucson African Violet Society Spring Show and Sale - Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd. Many show plants and designs, in addition to African violets, will be available for purchase. Supplies and education are also featured. 7:30-9 p.m. March 4; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. March 5; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. March 6. Free. 440-5030.
Saturday
Tenth Annual Quilt Show - Sun City Vistoso, 1495 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Many old and new quilts on display along with a collection of potholders from over the years. Member boutique and a sale table of books, patterns and fabrics. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 5-6. Free. 818-0441.
The Yard Sale - 77north Marketplace, 16733 N. Oracle Road. Come shop in the parking lot. $15 for vendors to sell items. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 5. Free. 825-4427.
Family activities
Saturday
Camouflage: Hide and Seek in the Desert - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive. Digital slide presentation followed by a series of activities to learn how camouflage plays a role in animal survival. For families with children ages 5-12. 2-3 p.m. March 5. Free. 615-7855.
Community Days: Volunteer Day - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. This event will focus on volunteer opportunities in the community. Contribute your talents and skills by volunteering to a worthy cause or organization that needs help. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 5. Free. 229-5300.
Farmers markets
Saturday
Oro Valley Farmers Market - Oro Valley Town Hall, 11000 N. La Cañada Drive. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Free. 882-2157.
Monday
Marana Farm Stand - 12375 N. Heritage Park Drive. 3-6 p.m. Mondays. Free. 622-0525, Ext. 242.
Fundraisers
Saturday
Alan & Jan Levin and Family Pima County 4-H Scholarship Golf Tournament - Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort, 10555 N. La Canada Drive. Golfing, silent auction, raffle prizes and lunch. Money raised funds college and leadership scholarships for youth in Pima County 4-H Programs. Sponsorship packages available. Registration: 6:30-7:15 a.m.; shotgun start: 7:30 a.m. March 5. $100 to golf; $25 lunch only. 626-5161.
Garden
Friday
Gardening for Birds and Butterflies - Ellie Towne Flowing Wells Community Center, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Road. Learn to create an environment that will attract birds and butterflies to your home. Common local birds and butterflies are illustrated with colorful slides. For ages 12 and over. 2:30-3:30 p.m. March 4. Free. 615-7855.
Master Gardeners - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Topic: Spring cleaning In the garden and being prepared for the usual cold snap. 1-2 p.m. March 4. Free. 229-5300.
Groups
Today
Tucson Embroiderers' Guild of America Meeting - Ellie Towne Flowing Wells Community Center, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Road. A group involved in many kinds of needlework done with a threaded needle. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. March 3. Free. 398-7268.
Friday
Friday Fun Knitters - Foothills Mall Food Court, 7401 N. La Cholla Blvd. A casual, social knitting group consisting of all ages and knitting abilities. 10 a.m. Friday. Free. 293-0781.
Knitty Stitches: Knitting and Crocheting Group - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. All knitters/crocheters welcome. Bring your own supplies; limited items are provided. Noon-1 p.m. March 4. Free. 229-5300.
Sunday
Singles 50+ Lunch - Thunder Canyon Brewery, 7401 N. La Cholla Blvd. Singles over the age of 50 meet for socializing and conversation. No reservations required. Noon on Sundays through March 15 except Easter. Cost is your lunch from menu. 797-9873.
Monday
Abbett Mystery Book Club - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive. 2-3 p.m. March 7. Free. 594-5200.
Lectures
Today
Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do? - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. A DVD series presents key lectures from Harvard professor Michael Sandel. Discussion follows presentation. Registration required. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays March 3-31. Free. 229-5300.
Leading Ladies of Literature: The Victorians - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. A discussion presented by Marion Doane. Titles for this month: "Jane Eyre," "Wuthering Heights" and "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall" by the Bronte sisters. 10 a.m.-noon. March 3. Free. 229-5300.
Monday
Great Decisions - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Topic: Sanctions and Nonproliferation. Optional booklet available for $15. Registration required. 2:30-4:30 p.m. March 7. Free. 229-5300.
Outdoors
Today
Lost and Gone Forever - Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. Two-hour, 1.5-mile hike. Learn how species become threatened, endangered or extinct. 9:45 a.m. March 3. Park entrance fee. 733-5158.
Friday
Bird Walk for Beginners - Tucson Audubon Society Mason Center, 3835 W. Hardy Road. A brief review of bird watching takes place before a short volunteer-led walk around the property to look for common desert birds. 8-10:30 a.m. Fridays through May 27. Free. 629-0510.
Saturday
Bird and Nature Walks in Oro Valley - Lambert Lane Park, 1750 W. Lambert Lane. This park embraces two distinct habitats of plants and birds: Arizona upland desert and dry riparian area. Learn about each habitat and its typical plants, birds, reptiles and mammals. 9-10:30 a.m. March 5 and 6. Free. 229-5050.
Sunday
The Birds of James D. Kriegh Park - James D. Kriegh Park, 23 W. Calle Concordia. Learn how to identify and where to look for typical Oro Valley birds including woodpeckers, flycatchers and sparrows. 9-10:30 a.m. March 6. Free. 229-5050.
Monday
Life on the Edge: Plant and Animal Survival Strategies - Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. Learn about the effects of climate changes on desert plants and animals. Wheelchair-accessible. 3:15 p.m. March 7. Park entrance fee. 733-5158.
Parenting
Saturday
Sonoran Science Academy Open House - Sonoran Science Academy, 2325 W. Sunset Road. Open house for prospective students. Accepting applications for the 2011-12 school year. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 5. Free. 665-3400, Ext. 215.
Run/walk events
Saturday
Third Annual Healthiest Town in America Health Event Fun Walk/Run - Steam Pump Village BASIS Charter School parking lot, 11155 N. Oracle Road. Fun 5K walk/run featuring vendors and activities including a kids' obstacle course, stage activities and healthy pet area. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. March 5. Free. 326-7468.
Self development
Monday
Write a Will Seminar - Casas Adobes Congregational United Church of Christ, 6801 N. Oracle Road. Learn how to create or update your will. Please register in advance. 6-7:30 p.m. March 7. Free. 297-2738, Ext. 222.
Teen event
Saturday
TeenZone Movie and Popcorn - Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. Relax in the comfy loungers and watch the featured movie. Popcorn provided. 2:30-4:30 p.m. March 5. Free. 229-5300.
