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Tucson, Arizona | Published: 08.28.2008
Today
Heart and Soul of Tucson — Vila Thai Cuisine, 972 E. University Blvd. A daily festival of art, music and fun celebrating Tucson's cultural heritage. Bring a birthday card or birthday candle for Tucson's birthday. 6-10 p.m. Aug. 28-29, 31; 12:30-10 p.m. Aug. 30. Free. 393-3489.
Twilight Thursday — Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Themed night with entertainment. Go to www.tucson botanical.org. Open until 9 p.m. Aug. 28. $7; discounts available. 326-9686.
"Educating Rita" — Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E. Speedway. A comedy by Willy Russell. All ages. Previews: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 28-29; Shows: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays, Aug. 29-Sept. 28. Meet-the-cast reception: 9:30 p.m. Aug. 30. $14-$17 ($11 for previews). 327-4242.
"Frankenstein Lives, or the Jolt's On You" — Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E. Broadway. Musical-comedy spoof. 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays; 7 and 9:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 3 and 7 p.m. Sundays, Aug. 28-Nov. 1. $17.95; discounts available. 886-9428.
Tucson River of Words 2008 Traveling Exhibit — Brandi Fenton Park, 3482 E. River Road. Youth poetry and art contest. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 28-29. Free. 615-7855.
Family Health Fair — Santa Cruz River Farmers Market, West Speedway and North Riverview Boulevard. Local organizations dedicated to health and wellness will offer family activities and information. Farmers market will sell locally produced fruit, vegetables, eggs and honey. 4-7 p.m. Aug. 28. Free. 622-0525.
Kool Kids Anger Management Group — Our Family Services, 3830 E. Bellevue St. Six-week session for boys and girls 9-12. Using discussions, hands-on activities and games, the group will address a variety of topics including anger management, emotions, coping skills, communication and self-esteem. 4-5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 28-Oct. 9. Nonrefundable $35 enrollment fee covers a required intake session and six 90-minute sessions. 323-1708, Ext. 204.
Songwriter Showcase — Javalinas Coffee and Friends, 9136 E. Valencia Road. Featured artists: Mandophilia, Mark Holdaway and Tena Moyer. Pop/rock and folk music. All ages. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 28. Free. 663-5282.
Summer Dance Celebration — Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. USA Dance will provide a ballroom dance demonstration and lessons, and then everyone is welcome to dance. All ages. 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 28. Free, included in admission: $7; discounts available. 326-9686.
Mojo Gumbo — Nimbus, 3850 E. 44th St. Acoustic blues. Age 21 and older. 7 p.m. Aug. 28. $3. 745-9175.
Phil Vassar — Desert Diamond Casino, 1100 W. Pima Mine Road. Contemporary country. All ages. 7 p.m. Aug. 28. $18. 393-2799.
There for Tomorrow — The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave. Rock. All ages. Bar with ID. 7 p.m. Aug. 28. $10, www.ticketmaster.com. 629-9211.
The Dave Mason Band — Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. All ages. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 28. $30-$45. 547-3040.
Tucson Watergardeners Meeting — Junior League of Tucson Building, 2099 E. River Road. Topic is "Living With Wildlife in Your Watergarden." 7:30-9 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month through October. Free. 326-5897.
These United States — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Indie rock. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. Aug. 28. Free. 798-1302.
Friday
Cholesterol Check — Fry's Pharmacy, 7870 N. Silverbell Road (572-1060, Jenene Spencer) and 7812 E. Speedway (885-3540, Sheila Miller). Includes total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), triglycerides and cardiovascular-risk assessment. Only requires a fingerstick. Results available in minutes. A 12-hour fast is required. Call for an appointment. $40.
Reptile Ramble — Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. Learn to identify resident reptiles. 10-11 a.m. Fridays. Free with admission. $7; discounts available. 742-6455.
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