– The 51st annual Tucson Meet Yourself (TMY) celebration kicks off Friday, Oct. 4, at 11 a.m., continuing through Sunday, Oct. 6. TMY is a free, three-day festival taking place outdoors at three city blocks and Jácome Plaza (in front of the Joel D. Valdez Main Library) in Downtown
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Registration is now open for Pima County Parks & Recreation’s four-day Fall Break Camps. This program offers activities for children from kindergarten to fifth grade. “With sports, arts, and games, there’s something for everyone,” said James Devlin, program manager. Camps are available at six community centers: Catalina Community Center • Drexel Heights Community
Mexican Independence Day has been celebrated for centuries with a series of parties and rituals that have changed over the years but have always been spectacular and mark a milestone in Mexican culture. So, if you are thinking of traveling to Mexico soon, mark the date – September 16 – and keep reading to find […]
In front of a loving community, attended by friends, family, community leaders, and dignitaries, all of whom came to celebrate Dr. V’s enduring legacy of mariachi education, a bronze statue of Dr. Valenzuela, affectionately known as “Dr. V,” was recently unveiled at the northeast corner of Davis Bilingual School in Tucson, where he founded the […]
Rudy Garcia Park, once known as “Rodeo Park” is deeply embedded in Tucson’s Southside, reflecting the area’s vibrant rodeo culture, particularly through its location and proximity to the historic Tucson Rodeo, one of the oldest in the United States. The park serves as a vital community space, featuring facilities for Little League baseball, softball, soccer, […]
Casino Del Sol is excited to announce its $25,000 Bingo Super Session, designed for bingo enthusiasts in Southern Arizona on Sunday, August 31, 2024. The $25,000 Bingo Super Session promises to be an unforgettable experience with over $25,000 in total prizes up for grabs. All regular games are guaranteed to pay an impressive $1,199, with […]
Thank you to all our sponsors, clients, organizations, media outlets, and to the Tucson community for such a great turnout! Our 13th Kidz Expo and Back to School event was a great success thanks to you! More than 4.500 children and families came and enjoyed all the many gifts, and surprises we had in store […]
By Raul Aguirre For nearly 40 years, Julie Gallego has been the driving force behind Viva Performing Arts Studio, a beacon of cultural preservation and artistic excellence in Tucson. As a pioneer, leader and principal cultural contributor, Gallego has dedicated her life to promoting Mexican Folklórico regional dances, Chicano culture, and modern dance. Her […]
Registration opens soon for KIDCO Afterschool for the 2024-2025 school year. This program offers safe and structured activities for those 5-11 years old and currently enrolled in Kindergarten-5th grade from school dismissal until 6 p.m. Planned activities may include sports, games, nutrition, fitness, arts and crafts, performing arts, and special events. Registration for
– The cost to get into Reid Park Zoo is going up. Starting Monday, July 1, admission is increasing due to inflation and the rising costs of supplies, such as animal food, veterinary supplies, and grounds and maintenance resources. Last December, Tucson’s Mayor and Council approved a four-year pricing schedule that begins with a 75-cent […]






















