Event Spotlight: Attractions and Tourism
Flashback Friday
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Join us for Flashback Friday Nights at Old Tucson and step back in time to the days of the old west. Kids 11 and under get in free, plus enjoy our signature entertainment and sunset food and drink specials.
Date: Friday, July 12
Time: 4 - 9 p.m.
Where: Old Tucson, 201 S. Kinney Road
Information: Facebook | 520-883-0100
Pima County partners with more than two dozen museums, heritage groups and other organizations that operate some of Arizona’s top, world-class attractions. Most facilities stay open year-round for the enjoyment of residents and visitors of all ages. Visit our Attractions and Tourism page to learn more.
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Kino Sports Complex: Pima Animal Care Center
Free Vaccines and Microchips
Pima Animal Care Center is hosting a free microchip and vaccine event for dogs and cats! Come early! We can only serve the first 300 animals and we anticipate a large turnout for this event, so there may be long waits. All animals will be given a brief exam by veterinary staff who will determine what vaccines are appropriate.
Date: Saturday, July 13
Time: 8 a.m. - noon
Where: Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way
Information: Facebook | 520-724-5466
Kino Sports Complex is the largest sports and entertainment venue in Pima County and is available for public, private, and commercial use. For a look at upcoming events, search the full Kino Sports Complex Calendar.
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Event Spotlight: Pima County Sheriff's Department
Badges and Backpacks
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Get free backpacks while they last at this Back to School event including a health fair and hands-on activities! First come, first served. Children must be present and enrolled in K-12. No exceptions.
Date: Saturday, July 13
Time: 8 a.m. - noon
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Avenue, Exhibit Hall A, B, and C
Information: Deputy James Allerton, Public Information Officer | 520-237-3740 | Online |
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Get Out There: Parks and Recreation
Bats in Flight
Discover the fascinating lives of Mexican free-tailed bats and watch as hundreds of bats emerge from their daytime roosts under the Campbell Avenue bridge over the Rillito River. Pima County naturalists and volunteers provide information and family-friendly activities. All ages welcome.
Date: Friday, July 19
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rillito River Park, 4200 N. Campbell Avenue
Information: Facebook | 520-724-5375
Pima County Parks and Recreation offers many fun and interesting tours, hikes, classes and other activities. To learn more, check out the full NRPR Calendar.
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Book Nook: Quince Douglas Library
Yoga for All Body Types
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Stretch your body and mind with certified yoga instructor Elda Castro. Anyone can benefit from yoga! Any person of any body type can get into basic positions and learn to breathe, stretch and relax in a yogi way.
Date: Friday, July 12
Time: 9 a.m.
Where: Quince Douglas Library, 1585 E. 36th Street
Information: Online | 520-594-5335
The Pima County Public Library's Main Library and 25 branch libraries offer a variety of services, clubs, events, and other opportunities for both children and adults to learn and connect with their community. Find out more on the Library's full calendar.
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Other Events This Week
Friday, July 12
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Parks and Recreation Conference Room, 3500 W. River Road, First floor
Information: Ann Khambholja, Special Staff Assistant | 520-724-5244
Description: Public comment will be taken. Members of the Pima County Parks and Recreation Commission will attend either in person or by telephone conference call. The Commission will discuss and may take action on the following agenda items.
Industrial Development Authority Meeting
Time: Noon
Where: Board of Supervisors Conference Room, 130 W. Congress Street, First floor
Information: Allison Thompson, Russo, Russo & Slania | 520-529-1515 | X-207
Description: To recommend the acquisition, funding, construction, lease, or the disposal of property to promote industry and develop trade by inducing manufacturing, industrial and commercial enterprises to locate in Pima County and further the use of the County's agriculture products and natural resources.
Tuesday, July 16
Community Developement and Neighboorhood Conservation CreditSmart Workshop
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Where: Pima County Housing Center, 801 W. Congress Street
Information: Frances Salcido, Planner | 520-724-2471 | Email
Description: Learn to build and maintain better credit and make sound financial decisions in this Freddie Mac CreditSmart workshop designed to help individuals and families understand the steps to sustainable home ownership.
Wednesday, July 17
Flood Control District Advisory Committee Meeting
Time: 8 a.m.
Where: Public Works Building, 201 N. Stone Avenue, Ninth floor
Information: Tamara Jorde, Committee Coordinator | 520-724-4680
Description: The Committee makes recommendations to the Board on a variety of flood control and floodplain management issues.
Thursday, July 18
Design Review Committee Meeting
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Where: Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, 130 W. Congress Street, First floor
Information: Sue Morman, Committee Coordinator | 520-724-9596
Description: The Design Review Committee reviews design and planning issues that involve quality of life considerations, the appearance of development projects, and the impact of projects on surrounding neighborhoods and streetscapes.
Friday, July 19
Election Integrity Commission Meeting
Time: 9 a.m.
Where: Herbert K. Abrams Building, 3950 S. Country Club Road, Rooms #3108/3110
Information: Michael Dale, Commission Coordinator | 520-724-6845
Description: To provide independent oversight of the County election process and to review and make recommendations to the Board regarding election information technology systems as well as technical and procedural matters.