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It’s Friday, Oro Valley! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Free summer swimming, festival of books weekend, and goat yoga + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Reduced barriers to swim: Pima County will offer free swimming at all county aquatic facilities this summer, suspending admission fees for open and lap swim. It starts May 23 at Thad Terry Aquatic Center — get all the details.
Plan a book-filled weekend: Tucson Festival of Books hits University of Arizona Mall this weekend, March 14 and 15, featuring author talks, Science City fun, and an app, with seating first come first served — see how to plan your day.
Arts Foundation announces literary leader: Logan Phillips is Tucson’s new poet laureate, bringing poetry to unexpected places. Serving through 2029, he plans the ¡Somos Uno! series and his book RECKON was published this year — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Restock your toolkit: Posner’s Art Store, a family-run staple since 1913, stocks paints, papers, pens, and drafting supplies, plus custom framing for finished pieces. Their knowledgeable team helps Tucson creatives find the right materials, minus big-box hassle, with friendly guidance and deep know-how.
Backyard upgrade, sorted: If you’re eyeing more hangout space before summer, Tucson Deck Pros designs and builds clean, durable decks, plus patio covers and pergolas, built to handle Tucson sun, monsoon bursts, and weekend barbecues. They also handle repairs when tired boards creak, so your backyard stays ready for company.
Seafood night, sorted. Since 1993, Kingfisher Bar & Grill has been Tucson’s go-to for fresh oysters, seasonal fish, and shellfish favorites, with a beverage list led by a Certified Sommelier. Ideal for weeknight seafood fixes.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🎶 Final Approach @ Gaslight Music Hall | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats cutting loose at Gaslight when you actually want to dance, not just nod politely. Final Approach powers the House Is a Rocking party, so bring comfy shoes, good knees, and your best spins.
🏃 Oro Valley Triathlon and Duathlon Festival @ Oro Valley Aquatic Center | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – Trade your stroll for a swim, bike, and run in Oro Valley, or stick to the du if you are anti-chlorine. Intermediate, Sprint, and Relay options keep it friendly for first-timers, competitive for veterans, and perfect for anyone who prefers bragging rights over brunch.
🏕 Arizona Family Campout @ Catalina State Park (Tucson) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Pack the crew for a one-night campout at Catalina State Park, perfect for beginners. Staff show you how to pitch a tent without swearing and cook outside, you take the credit. Registration required, $90 plus $5 per extra, tent-only, kids 6+, and no pets; azstateparks.com/family-camp.
🍅 Heirloom Farmers Market @ Steam Pump Ranch | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – If your idea of cardio is strolling past good tomatoes, this weekly market at Steam Pump Ranch delivers mountain views with your veggies. Expect seasonal produce, local staples, and the neighborly catch up you pretend is “errands,” all tucked under Pusch Ridge right off Oracle.
🏃 Desert Leprechaun 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk @ Curtis Park (Tucson) | Sunday (3/15) at 7:00 AM – With Armory Park torn up, parade’s on pause, so we’re trading floats for fast feet at Curtis Park with a 5K and trusty 1-mile. Costumes, decorations, and St. Paddy’s prizes await, no beer this year, and it counts toward The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix.
🐐 Goat Yoga @ Denny Dunn Park (Tucson) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Goat yoga is taking over Denny Dunn Park, courtesy of Goats of Tucson, and yes, the goats actually participate. Stretch, giggle, and pretend your core is stronger than a baby hoof. Spots go fast, so sign up at www.goatsoftucsonyoga.com, then thank me later.
🎺 Sundays in the Garden: Mexican Folk @ Tohono Chul Park (Tucson) | Sunday (3/15) at 1:30 PM – Settle into Tohono Chul’s shady corners for a Sunday garden concert of Mexican folk, where the breeze does the percussion. Jonathan Rodriguez, Andres Pantoja, and vocalist Diana Peralta handle the rest. Free with admission, which for members is gloriously nothing.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Oro Valley report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 89°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 59. East northeast wind around 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 89°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South southwest wind 3 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 56.
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