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Tucson, Arizona | Published: 02.19.2006
« Today »
13th Annual Cowboy Traditions Festival — Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road. Artisans displaying cowboy gear, crafts and jewelry. Entertainment, including a concert with Don Edwards, Waddie Mitchell, Brenn Hill and the Desert Sons, 6 p.m. at the Savoy Opera House. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Feb. 19. Festival is free; concert is $20. 296-5442.
Home Depot Workshops — The store offers free home and garden workshops: "Innovative Energy Efficient Lighting," 1 p.m. Sundays; "Update Your Cabinets and Fixtures," 2 p.m. Sundays; "Hanging and Repairing Drywall," 7 p.m. Thursdays; "Installing Easy Flooring Solutions," 7 p.m. Fridays; "Interior Painting: Basic and New Techniques," 10 a.m. Saturdays; and "Designing the Perfect Bathroom," 2 p.m. Saturdays. El Con, 3689 E. Broadway (327-3050); 7677 E. Broadway (722-6171); 4302 N. Oracle Road (408-7201); 1155 W. Irvington Road (294-1233); 3925 W. Costco Drive (575-8750); and 10855 N. Oracle Road (877-3533).
Southwest Soiree: Old West Collectible Show and Sale — Tucson Convention Center Exhibit Hall A, 260 S. Church Ave. Dealers from across the nation offer Old West antiques, collectibles and art.10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 19. $8; $20 weekend pass. 1-406-834-3603.
Jewish Arts Fair — Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Road. Jewish artists from around the country present arts, crafts, pottery, jewelry and Judaica. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 19. Free. 299-3000, Ext. 217.
Bead Stringing — A Beaucoup Conge, 355 E. Fort Lowell Road. Learn the fundamentals of bead stringing to create necklaces, bracelets and any other jewelry pieces. Beads sold separately. Tools available for use in class. Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Registration recommended. Noon-2 p.m. Feb. 19. $25. 696-0032.
« Monday »
Colored Pencil I — Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road. Janie Gildow instructs an outdoor sketching class. Easy to follow instructions and demonstartions will open the door to future mastery with colored pencils. Prerequisite is Drawing in Pencil I, Colored Pencil I. Some drawing experience helpful. 9 a.m.-noon Mondays through March 20. $179; $139 for museum members. 883-3024.
« Wednesday »
American Needlepoint Guild: Night Meeting — Streams of the Desert Lutheran Church, 5380 E. Pima St., west of North Craycroft Road. The program, "Stash-o-rama," is a show-and-tell about members' needlework areas and materials. 6-8 p.m. Feb. 22. Free. 577-0782.
« Thursday »
A Taste of Mexico — El Charro Café, 6310 E. Broadway. Learn about the essence and intricate flavors of "sipping" tequila while enjoying authentic Mexican food and music at this benefit for the "Vistas of the Frontera" exhibition at the Tucson Museum of Art. Reservations requested. 5:30-8 p.m. Feb. 23. $50 ($25 tax-deductible). 624-2333, Ext. 109.
« Saturday »
Knit and Crochet Class — Michaels, 3749 W. Ina Road. Learn the basics. 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays through March 25. $10 plus materials. 579-7490.
Arizona Ranch Menu — Culinary Concepts, Plaza Palomino, 2930 N. Swan Road, Suite 126. Howard Thompson demonstrates and shares ranch cooking recipes. Registration requested. 9:30 a.m. Feb. 25. $50. 321-0968.
Southwest Indian Art Fair — Arizona State Museum, 1013 E. University Blvd. Meet 200 renowned American Indian artists who will be offering items such as pottery, Hopi kachina dolls, paintings, jewelry, baskets, rugs and blankets. There will be artist demonstrations, food, music and dance performances. ASM members admitted one hour early on Feb. 25. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 25; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 26. $8; discounts available. 626-8381.
Lowe's How-To Clinics — The store offers 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). Feb. 25.
Janos' Cooking Class II: Cook a Meal for Four Under $35 — Janos Restaurant and J Bar, Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, 3770 E. Sunrise Drive. Chef Janos Wilder teaches how to cook on a budget by getting great seasonal items from local markets and preparing them in delicious and unique ways. Registration requested. 1 p.m. Feb. 25. $50 per class. 615-6100.
« Out of Town »
22nd Annual Historic Home and Building Tour — Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce, 150 N. Pine Street, Globe. Turn-of-the-century town with European influence opens some private residences and unique buildings for public viewing. Tickets can be purchased at Globe City Hall during tour hours. Other features include the Antique Show and Sale, the Annual Quilt Show, a pancake breakfast, a chili luncheon and musical performances. Call for details. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 19. $10; discounts available. 1-800-804-5623.
World Desert Fair — Boyce Thompson Arboretum, U.S. 60, three miles west of Superior. The fair includes food, crafts and entertainment from deserts around the globe. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 25. $7.50; discounts available. 1-520-689-2811.
• Compiled by Cina Fell. Find more calendar listings at dailystarcalendar.com online.