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The Amazing Arizona Comic-Con Compiled by Larry Gaurano The third annual Amazing Arizona Comic Convention is back in Phoenix, Arizona, touted as the first comic convention of the year. Legendary comic...
View ArticleBest Bets: New releases from Tucson’s Lariats and SoCal’s Children of God
By BRUCE HARDT Catch Lariats show March 16 Local emo/punk band Lariats will play an all-ages show on March 16 at 6 p.m. at Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St, for $5. The show will commemorate the...
View ArticleBest Bets: Hardcore/sludge metal show and Cine’ Mexico 2013
By BRUCE HARDT Skrappy’s hosting punk show North, Old Wounds, Vices and Territory will perform on March 21 at 7 p.m. at Skrappy’s, 191 E. Toole Ave. North, Tucson natives, play a mesmerizing blend of...
View ArticleBEST BETS: ‘Evil dead,’ loopholes
BEST BETS Loft to screen cult ‘Evil Dead’ trilogy By BRUCE HARDT The films of the “Evil Dead” trilogy will play at The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd., on April 13 starting at 9 p.m. The films...
View ArticleBest bets: ‘Evil Dead’ reigns blood, ‘Game of Thrones’ has come
By BRUCE HARDT The “Evil Dead” series stands as one of the most beloved horror brands ever made. As has become inevitable, a remake of the first film is upon us. Unlike other remakes that are barely...
View ArticleBEST BETS: ‘Lords of Salem’ reign supreme
By BRUCE HARDT Director and musician Rob Zombie’s latest film, “The Lords of Salem,” is a stunning work of low-budget horror done at its very best. The movie opened to a limited release on April 19. It...
View ArticleBEST BETS: Festivals, activities pack fall calendar
Compiled by Brenda Pacheco and Kathryn Owczarzak School has started, but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. Tucson will buzz with festivities throughout the fall. Here’s a sample of upcoming...
View ArticleOctober events range from artistic to spooky
Compiled by Kathryn Owczarzak Pumpkins are turning into jack-o-lanterns, and Tucson is celebrating autumn with its own style of fall festivities. Here is a sample of some upcoming events. All...
View ArticleTucson Meet Yourself festival celebrates 40 years
Organizers know that visitors lovingly refer to the Tucson Meet Yourself folklife festival with a nickname: Tucson Eat Yourself. This year’s motto was “Come for the food, stay for the culture.” More...
View ArticleBest Bets: Horror events reaching fever pitch
By BRENDA PACHECO Music festivals mixed with lots of spooky encounters present the top options for fun as Halloween approaches. Welcome fall season with these Tucson attractions. Tucson Terrorfest:...
View ArticleUnique events fill November calendar
Celtic Festival/Scottish Highland Games: Nov. 1-3 The festival celebrates the cultures and heritages of Scotland, Ireland and Wales with musical performances, vendor booths, bagpipes, athletics and...
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Compiled by A. Greene SlutWalk Nov. 16 Tucson’s third annual SlutWalk will take place Saturday, Nov. 16, beginning at the University of Arizona’s Women’s Plaza of Honor. Participants will gather at...
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Compiled by Dana Boyd Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair Dec. 13-15 The 43rd annual Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair, Tucson’s largest arts venue, will line Fourth Avenue between Ninth Street and...
View ArticleFeb. 14 showcase celebrates DJ talent
Compiled by Jamie Verwys This Valentine’s Day, celebrate your love of music at the fifth annual “Fall in Love With Me,” a showcase of Tucson’s disc jockey talent. The free outdoor event will take place...
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Cultural events permeate Old Pueblo Compiled by Rachel White With the rodeo and gem show behind us, it is time to set our sights on a variety of events highlighting many different cultures. From...
View ArticleBEST BETS: Spring festivals abound
Compiled by Jay Becker-Norman Blessing of St. Patrick’s Day on you, or in the Gaelic spirit of St. Patty’s Day, Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh! It’s springtime in Tucson, with sunshine and...
View ArticleBEST BETS Spring fun in the sun
Compiled by Jay Becker-Norman If spring break wasn’t enough of a vacation from the mundane day-to-day, you’re in luck. Tucson has numerous upcoming events for active community event-goers. Park Place...
View ArticleBEST BETS: Spring brings enjoyable flings
Compiled by Jamie Verwys In a state known for blistering temperatures, any day under 100 degrees provides reason to rejoice. Enjoy mild weather before the summer heat wave hits. UA Spring Fling: April...
View ArticleBest Bets: Tucson events galore
Compiled by Aztec Press Staff Barrio Hollywood Fiesta Grande April 26-27 Barrio Hollywood celebrates its rich culture and history during the annual Fiesta Grande festival. Enjoy live music, carnival...
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Back to school does not take away from fun By JAMIE VERWYS Most of us are still trying to get back into the grind of school and welcome many distractions to test our wills. In between glances at...
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