Showing posts with label events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label events. Show all posts

Sunday, October 2, 2011

A Concert in Your Backyard! - FREE EVENT THIS SATURDAY!!

During the summer, the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance brings FREE concerts to Marana on a monthly basis!! I've gone to a couple in the past and have really enjoyed the fun, relaxing atmosphere.  Each month spotlights different genres of musical, which is an excellent way of exposing your children to different cultures around the world!  It's also a fantastic way to establish community!

The concerts start at 7pm, but you can come and go as you please.  Whenever we go to the concerts, we typically stop at Subway for sandwiches or pack a picnic dinner around 6pm and then head out to the park.  This gives the kids time to run in the grass or throw a frisbee around.  We have a nice picnic dinner and the kids shake and dance until they have nothing left in them! (Sometimes I've even had them go to the concert in their pajamas!) When they get tired, my kids just lay down on our blankets and count the stars.  And then, it's home to bed!

The flier says that it is located at Crossroads Park...but it's not in a location you can see from Silverbell.  There is a big grassy area located behind Wheeler Taft Abbet  Library....that is where the stage is set up.  So, parking by the library is best!  I have seen people sit on blankets spread out on the grass, couples comfortable in chairs, and have even seen people dining on their card table, with glasses of wine! So, come as you please and be entertained!


Details for THIS Concert:

October 8th - 7pm @ Crossroads Park - Free Admission
7548 N Silverbell Rd

Heather O'Day
Heather O'Day hails from Tucson, Arizona.  With decades of experience onstage the ensemble members all have impressive careers in their own right.  The group takes its cue from classic jazz stars like Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, The Rat Pack, Dave Brubeck, Vince Guarladi, Thelonious Monk, and more. They feature a set list of the most beloved standards for vocals, piano, drums and bass, with a few unique surprises.  Heather's 4-octave vocal range adds flair and flavor to the warm sound that is sure to make Heather O'Day and Friends a fixture.

For more information, visit www.SAACA.org

Sunday, September 4, 2011

A Concert in Your Backyard! - FREE EVENT THIS SATURDAY!!

During the summer, the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance brings FREE concerts to Marana on a monthly basis!! I've gone to a couple in the past and have really enjoyed the fun, relaxing atmosphere.  Each month spotlights different genres of musical, which is an excellent way of exposing your children to different cultures around the world!  It's also a fantastic way to establish community!

The concerts start at 7pm, but you can come and go as you please.  Whenever we go to the concerts, we typically stop at Subway for sandwiches or pack a picnic dinner around 6pm and then head out to the park.  This gives the kids time to run in the grass or throw a frisbee around.  We have a nice picnic dinner and the kids shake and dance until they have nothing left in them! (Sometimes I've even had them go to the concert in their pajamas!) When they get tired, my kids just lay down on our blankets and count the stars.  And then, it's home to bed!

The flier says that it is located at Crossroads Park...but it's not in a location you can see from Silverbell.  There is a big grassy area located behind Wheeler Taft Abbet  Library....that is where the stage is set up.  So, parking by the library is best!  I have seen people sit on blankets spread out on the grass, couples comfortable in chairs, and have even seen people dining on their card table, with glasses of wine! So, come as you please and be entertained!


Details for THIS Concert:

September 10th - 7pm @ Crossroads Park - Free Admission
7548 N Silverbell Rd

The Grind
GRIND is a Tucson Arizona based variety band that also plays amazing orignal material.  Grind plays in many clubs, as well as weddings, corporate and private parties throughout the southwestern U.S.  GRIND's play list includes a wide range of songs encompassing hits from Journey, Bryan Adams, Katy Perry, Ke$ha, Lady Gaga, Pink, Usher, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Brooks & Dunn, Gretchen Wilson, The Commodores, Shania Twain, Pat Benatar, Michael Jackson, AC/DC, Paramore, and many more

For more information, visit www.SAACA.org

Monday, August 29, 2011

Join Us TODAY!!!!! Reid Park Zoo!

Kids are out of school...what to do???  Come, join MOPS at the zoo!!!  Meet us at the front at 10am for a great morning!

Sunday, August 7, 2011

A Concert in Your Backyard! - FREE EVENT THIS SATURDAY!!

During the summer, the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance brings FREE concerts to Marana on a monthly basis!! I've gone to a couple in the past and have really enjoyed the fun, relaxing atmosphere.  Each month spotlights different genres of musical, which is an excellent way of exposing your children to different cultures around the world!  It's also a fantastic way to establish community!

The concerts start at 7pm, but you can come and go as you please.  Whenever we go to the concerts, we typically stop at Subway for sandwiches or pack a picnic dinner around 6pm and then head out to the park.  This gives the kids time to run in the grass or throw a frisbee around.  We have a nice picnic dinner and the kids shake and dance until they have nothing left in them! (Sometimes I've even had them go to the concert in their pajamas!) When they get tired, my kids just lay down on our blankets and count the stars.  And then, it's home to bed!

The flier says that it is located at Crossroads Park...but it's not in a location you can see from Silverbell.  There is a big grassy area located behind Wheeler Taft Abbet  Library....that is where the stage is set up.  So, parking by the library is best!  I have seen people sit on blankets spread out on the grass, couples comfortable in chairs, and have even seen people dining on their card table, with glasses of wine! So, come as you please and be entertained!


Details for THIS Concert:

August 13th - 7pm @ Crossroads Park - Free Admission
7548 N Silverbell Rd

Last Call Girls
The Last Call Girls are a high energy, honky-tonkin' country dance band, playing a mix of rock-a-billy, traditional country, and bluegrass.  They take their music back to the roots of country with some great old time favorites by Patsy Cline, Hank Williams and Johnny Cash, interspersed with original songs by nationally acclaimed songwriter, Nancy McCallion

For more information, visit www.SAACA.org

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

A Concert in Your Backyard! - FREE EVENT THIS SATURDAY!!

During the summer, the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance brings FREE concerts to Marana on a monthly basis!! I've gone to a couple in the past and have really enjoyed the fun, relaxing atmosphere.  Each month spotlights different genres of musical, which is an excellent way of exposing your children to different cultures around the world!  It's also a fantastic way to establish community!

The concerts start at 7pm, but you can come and go as you please.  Whenever we go to the concerts, we typically stop at Subway for sandwiches or pack a picnic dinner around 6pm and then head out to the park.  This gives the kids time to run in the grass or throw a frisbee around.  We have a nice picnic dinner and the kids shake and dance until they have nothing left in them! (Sometimes I've even had them go to the concert in their pajamas!) When they get tired, my kids just lay down on our blankets and count the stars.  And then, it's home to bed!

The flier says that it is located at Crossroads Park...but it's not in a location you can see from Silverbell.  There is a big grassy area located behind Wheeler Taft Abbet  Library....that is where the stage is set up.  So, parking by the library is best!  I have seen people sit on blankets spread out on the grass, couples comfortable in chairs, and have even seen people dining on their card table, with glasses of wine! So, come as you please and be entertained!


Details for THIS Concert:

July 9th - 7pm @ Crossroads Park - Free Admission
7548 N Silverbell Rd

The Soul Proprietors
The talented Eleanor Winston and the Soul Proprietors will cast rhythms of r&b, soul, and funk on your dancing feet.  Eleanor Winston - vocals, Ed De Lucia - guitar, Larry Redhouse - keys, Mark Usolvk - bass, Ralph Gilmore - drums

For more information, visit www.SAACA.org

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Upcoming Events!

MOPS might be out for the summer, but we have some exciting events planned!

June 29th - Playdate at Brandi Fenton Park (10 am -1 pm)
Don't forget your sunscreen and towels and join us for this wet 'n' wild playdate. Bring a picnic lunch if you want!

July 20th - Mom's Night Out
Leave the kids at home and enjoy some much needed Mom time and join us for a night of fun!! More details will be announced soon.

August 28th - Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Join us at Lord of Grace Church for this yummy fundraiser!!

August 29th - Playdate at Reid Park Zoo
Lions and Tigers and (Polar) Bears will join us on this playdate!! School is out, so bring the older ones, too!

We hope you can join us for these exciting events and don't forget to mark you calendars for the first meeting of the new year on September 7th!!