Southern Arizona Events April 2007
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Home Garden Tour April 1 (Tucson) See behind the walls of several unique and elegant home gardens, which feature everything from cactus to wildflowers. Ticket price includes entrance to the private gardens, plus Tucson Botanical Gardens. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tucson Botanical Gardens, (520) 326-9686. http://www.tucsonbotanical.org Sons of Orpheus Gala Spring Concert April 1 (Tucson) 16th Spring Concert includes opera choruses by Verdi, revivals of choral gems, contemporary choral works, traditional Russian folksongs, American ballads and classic cowboy songs; 3 p.m. Pima Community College West Campus, 520-621-1649. http//www.sonsoforpheus.org Spring Artisans Market April 1 (Tucson) More than 120 of the Southwest’s finest artists and crafters gather at the Tucson Museum of Art's courtyards to sell their wares, including unique items from jewelry, textiles, photography, pottery, and more. Tucson Museum of Art, (520) 624-2333. http://www.TucsonMuseumofArt.org Wildflower Festival April 1 (Tucson) Enjoy springtime desert wildflowers, with benefit fundraiser and silent auction featuring entertainment and food, shopping for unique gifts, and guest speakers at in-town desert oasis. Tohono Chul Park, 520-742-6455. http://www.tohonochulpark.org ASUA Spring Fling April 12-15 (Tucson) The nation's largest student-run carnival features fun rides, midway games, food, and amateur and professional entertainment, at Rillito Raceway Park. Associated Students of the University of Arizona, (520) 621-5610. http://springfling.arizona.edu Carmina Burana April 12-13, 15 (Tucson) Boys Chorus collaborates with Tucson Symphony Orchestra on program featuring engaging cantata from a collection of medieval poetry by German composer, Carl Orf. Tucson Music Hall. Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus, (520) 296-6277. http://www.boyschorus.org Spring Home & Patio Show April 13-14, 15 (Tucson) Building, landscaping, and home decorating ideas at Tucson Convention Center. Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA), (520) 795-3025. http://www.sahba.org Tombstone Rose Festival April 13-15 (Tombstone) Tribute to world-famous 118-year-old rose tree; picnic-basket auction, cake contest, Rose Parade. Tombstone Chamber of Commerce, (888) 457-3929. http://www.tombstone.org Tucson Sidewinders Baseball Opening Day April 13 (Tucson) Opening day (6:30 p.m. game against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox) for the Tucson Sidewinders (2006 Triple-A champions), Tucson's Minor League Baseball team and Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, with 72 home games, April through August. Tucson Electric Park, 520-325-6026. http://www.tucsonsidewinders.com Oro Valley Festival of the Arts April 14-15 (Oro Valley) Outdoor fun, with more than 75 juried art booths, art demonstrations, live music and dance performances, children’s activities, food and free admission, at Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park. The Greater Oro Valley Arts Council. http://www.govac.org Dirty Rotten Scoundrels April 17-22 (Tucson) A comedy that follows two con artists as they take on the lifestyles of the rich and shameless—and end up with a lot more than they bargain for. Tucson Music Hall. Broadway in Tucson, (520) 321-1000. http://www.broadwayintucson.com Youth Fencing Tournament April 18-24 (Tucson) USFA North American Cup fencing tournament for Division I (Elite) and youth (ages 8-15) competitors from around the United States, Canada, Mexico, and South America, at the Tucson Convention Center. United States Fencing Association (USFA), (719) 866-4511. http://www.usfencing.org Pima County Fair April 19-29 (Tucson) Old-fashioned fair with exhibits, food, stage concerts, and other live entertainment, carnival rides, educational exhibits, including a Gem and Mineral Show section. Pima County Fair Grounds, (520) 762-9100. http://www.swfair.com Arizona International Film Festival April 20-29 (Tucson) Citywide festival features worldwide contemporary cinematic diversity, with opportunities to meet the filmmakers at workshops, seminars and presentations at various venues around Tucson. The Screening Room, (520) 622-2262. http://www.filmfestivalarizona.com Blessing of the Sonoita Vineyards April 21 (Elgin) Ministers and priests bless the grape vines to foster a bountiful crop at harvest time, in a ceremony followed by food, wine-tasting, and live entertainment at the winery. Sonoita Vineyards, (520) 455-5893. http://www.sonoitavineyards.com Tucson International Mariachi Conference April 23-28 (Tucson) 25th anniversary of award-winning conference, Tucson's largest cultural event and a model for other conferences nationwide, with four public concerts performed at indoor and outdoor venues, including Tucson Convention Center., (520) 838-3908. http://www.tucsonmariachi.org Bollywood at the Fox April 28 (Tucson) Fun and glamorous evening of Eastern Indian culture experience, including movie screenings, hors d'oeuvres, and music. Fox Tucson Theatre, (520) 624-1515. http://www.foxtucsontheatre.org Santa Cruz County Horse Races April 28-29, May 5-6 (Sonoita) Live Quarter Horse and thoroughbred races, with simulcast wagering from Turf Paradise, and the Kentucky Derby on May 5. Mint Juleps and other great food add to the fun and racing excitement. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. http://www.sonoitafairgrounds.com/horseraces Susannah April 28-29 (Tucson) This retelling of the biblical story, Susannah and the Elders weaves melodies, folk ballads, hymns and even square dance motifs into a truly American opera. Tucson Music Hall. Arizona Opera, (520) 293-4336. http://www.azopera.com Tucson Madonnari International Chalk Festival April 28 (Tucson) Artists produce chalk murals on walkways and sidewalks; live music, entertainment, food, and opportunities for the public to create chalk drawings. Free. 11a.m.-7p.m. Joel D. Valdez Main Library/Jácome Plaza. Downtown Tucson Alliance. http://www.downtowntucson.org |