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Tucson, Arizona | Published: 01.29.2006
« Today »
Beginning Wire Wrap — A Beaucoup Conge, 3725 W. Ina Road, Suite 140. Learn techniques to create beaded chains, earrings and pendants with wire. Tools and wire provided. Beads are sold separately. Registration requested. 3-5 p.m. Jan. 29. $28. 744-6277.
« Monday »
Winter Bistro Dishes — Culinary Concepts, Plaza Palomino, 2930 N. Swan Road, Suite 126. Suzan Gross re-creates the cuisine of a French bistro. Includes demonstrations and recipes. Registration requested. 9:30 a.m. Jan. 30. $50. 321-0968.
« Tuesday »
Basic Loom Weaving — Oasis, Robinsons-May, third floor, El Con Mall, 3435 E. Broadway. Construct a simple horizontal table loom and weave a miniature rug using basic weaving techniques with Jane Bright. Bring your own yarn or buy yarn in class. For age 50 and older. Registration requested. 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Tuesdays. $18, plus $5-per-trimester processing fee. Supplies cost $5-$20, depending on materials chosen. 795-3950, Ext. 1-2113.
« Wednesday »
Mosaic Pot Masterpiece — Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Design, create and grout a planter with guidance of mosaic artist Ann Moynihan. A supply list will be provided during the first of three sessions. Registration requested. 5-7:30 p.m. Feb. 1, 8 and 15. $56; $46 for gardens members. 326-9686, Ext. 10.
« Thursday »
Face Clocks Pottery Workshop — Catalina Foothills High School, 4300 E. Sunrise Drive. Design, make and decorate a clock from clay. Misty Ahearn instructs. Registration requested. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 2. $40, plus a $12 material fee. 577-5304.
« Saturday »
Falcon Band Giant Garage Sale — Catalina Foothills High School, 4300 E. Sunrise Drive. Large furniture, electronics, collectibles, appliances. Proceeds fund the Catalina Foothills High School Band's trip to take part in the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 4. Free. 820-1375.
HabiStore Grand Opening — HabiStore, 3840 S. Palo Verde Road, at southwest corner of East Ajo Way and Palo Verde. The new retail business sells surplus new and used building and home-improvement materials, appliances and furniture at below-cost prices. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity in Tucson. Donors can receive tax deductions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 4. Free. 889-7200.
Flat Breads — Culinary Concepts, Plaza Palomino, 2930 N. Swan Road, Suite 126. Carol Smith shows how flattening the carbon dioxide is another dimension in bread baking. Demonstration and recipes included. Registration requested. 9:30 a.m. Feb. 4. $45. 321-0968.
Lowe's How-To Clinics — The stores offer free home and garden workshops: "How to Install Laminate Flooring," 11 a.m.; "How to Update Your Kitchen," noon; and "How to Prepare Your Lawn and Landscaping for Spring and Summer," 1 p.m. 1800 W. Valencia Road (741-2400); 4151 N. Oracle Road (887-1003); and 4075 W. Ina Road (572-7300). Saturdays, Feb. 4-25.
Class Preview — Michaels, 4070 N. Oracle Road, next to Target. Teachers demonstrate projects. Demonstrations include scrapbooking, kids crafts, one-stroke painting, jewelry design and drawing.1-4 p.m. Feb. 4. Free. 293-0430.
"Scentual Valentine" — The Seasoned Woman, Williams Centre, 5460 E. Broadway. Using a blend of essential oils, participants will prepare massage and bath items intended to have aphrodisiac and euphoric properties. Fee includes cost of supplies. Registration required. 1-2:30 p.m. Feb. 4. $22. 745-5942.
Home Depot Weekend Workshops: Energy Innovation — Workshops are: "Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Homes," 10 a.m. Feb. 4; "Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling Solutions," 2 p.m. Feb. 4; "Innovative Energy-Efficient Lighting," 1 p.m. Feb. 5; "Energy-Efficient Appliances — Style and Savings," 2 p.m. Feb. 5. Stores are at: El Con, 3689 E. Broadway (327-3050); 7677 E. Broadway (722-6171); 4755 N. Oracle Road (292-0180); 1155 W. Irvington Road (294-1233); 3925 W. Costco Drive (575-8750); and 10855 N. Oracle Road.
« Out of town »
Third Annual Gourd Festival — Pinal County Fairgrounds, seven miles east of Interstate 10 on Arizona 287. Turn right at Eleven Mile Corner Road, Casa Grande. Follow the signs. Gourd artists, vendors, classes, Arizona Gourd Society-judged show, costume contest, games, raffles, mini-gourdster race, farmers market, food and music. Go to www.wuertzfarm.com for more information. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 3-4; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 5. $5; free for age 12 and younger. 1-520-723-4432.
• Compiled by Cina Fell. Find more calendar listings at dailystarcalendar.com online.