For many years, we at Southern Arizona Guide have recommended Tucson Attractions Alliance Passport (aka Book of Fun) to our visitors. It’s consistently the best deal in town. You buy a Passport for $22 or by a 3 day or 7 day pass. You take it to participating area attractions … Continue reading
What a treat it was to see A Christmas Carol produced by Arts-Express. It is the third year that Arts Express has presented this musical play at the Berger Performing Arts Center. The Berger is on the campus for the School for the Deaf and Blind, on the westside. It … Continue reading
The Holidays are coming fast. Below is a simple list of things to do in Tucson and Southern Arizona around the Holidays that may not be published on our Annual Events page. For a list of the tried and true yearly events visit our Annual Events page. If you dislike … Continue reading
Note: if you have purchased the Self-Guided Tour you should have received an email with your password and receipt. If you have lost or forgotten the address or password, please let us know at [email protected] Be ready to supply your verification code or name and email. Otherwise Click on the … Continue reading
Update: February, 2018. A 4 year extension has been granted to Rillito Race Track. Race dates for 2017 are over 6 weekends this year, Feb. 10 – March 18. IF you love the Race Track as we do, plan on going and/or donating. Here is our time at the meet … Continue reading
The Arroyo Cafe Christmas Radio Show We had just finished an excellent meal at Senae Thai Bistro on East Congress Street and were casually walking back to our parked car when we happened across Mr. Fitzsimmons and his lovely wife, Ellen. Fitz, of course, is the Arizona Star’s editorial cartoonist. … Continue reading
This year’s Empire Ranch Fall Roundup & Open House is Saturday, November 5th. The day-long Roundup will feature presentations and demonstrations about cowboy life on the Ranch and showcase Western traditions, skills, music, and food. Ms. Karen & I went last year and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This is a great … Continue reading
The Bisbee 1000 Stair Climb was held last weekend, October 15, 2016 in Bisbee, Arizona. This event has been gaining in popularity for 26 years. Not unlike the All Souls Procession in Tucson, the Bisbee 1000 Stair Climb is Bisbee’s signature event of the year. It is safe to say … Continue reading
Two Book Reviews, One Arizona Author. Chasing Arizona: One Man’s Obsession with the Grand Canyon State. By Ken Lamberton Chasing Arizona is a travelogue by Ken Lambertson about his one-year quest to find all 12 of Arizona’s state symbols in their natural setting: State Flower: Saguaro Blossom; State Bird: Cactus … Continue reading
The Fox Theatre is one of the cornerstones of Tucson’s downtown, the Historic Rialto and the Hotel Congress being two important others. Through the valiant efforts of some foresighted people, these historical treasures were saved for future generations. The Fox Theatre, a non profit venture, hosts music, movies, comedy and other … Continue reading
