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We ♥ Tucson
What, you mean you didn't know that already? We love spotlighting local stores and artists, and we love even more keeping our (and your) money local. That's why we've made things easy-peasy for you this Holiday season. Just take a look at our Holiday gift list, pick a store or product you love, et voila: you're giving your friends and family a slice of this cool desert and hot city that they will not get anywhere else.
Convinced? You should be. Now get shopping!
PrimaDonna Boutique
One of the Foothills’ best kept secrets, locally-owned PrimaDonna Boutique is a fabulous resource for gorgeous holiday décor you won’t find anywhere else, in addition to their year-round offerings of custom linens, china, crystal, flatware, gifts and accessories.
You can also take advantage of PrimaDonna Boutique’s holiday design services. They’ll send one of their interior designers to create holiday decor that fits your style and budget, incorporating decorations you already have with beautiful selections from the boutique.
They can even go the extra mile and create custom decor, whether it’s an exquisite tree skirt designed to your specifications or sumptuous linens to add an extra layer of elegance and coziness.
Where: Plaza Colonial, 2840 E. Skyline Dr., Suite 160, Tucson, AZ 85718
More info: www.primadonnaboutique.com or call 520 579 3063
Warren Miller Ticket to Ride at the Fox Theatre
Celebrate the beginning of the greatest season of the year with Ticket to Ride, Warren Miller Entertainment's newest chapter in the chronicle of the legendary film series. Ticket to Ride explores the close relationship between humans and our vast natural environment, as the sport's best skiers and snowboarders take an action-packed journey across the globe to shed light on the significance of being aware of your surroundings.
Experience the immense energy of the world's most sought-after destinations and discover secrets of the lands with Warren Miller's 64th ski and snowboard film.
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress Street, Tucson
When: December 7 at 7:30 pm
Price: Tickets $20
More info: Visit www.foxtucson.com to view this and the full spring season event list and to take advantage of the Deal of the Season special discount. Call 520 547-3040
Desert Dwellers Flash Cards- Alphabet Southwest Animals by Tucson Artist and Mom, Julie Rustad
Desert Dwellers Flash Cards are a perfect gift full of learning that pleases both parents and their preschoolers. The colorful flash cards contain facts and stories about a range of desert animals, from Anna's Hummingbird to the Zebra-Tailed Lizard. Featuring original art, witty descriptions of Southern Arizona's desert wildlife, and packaged in a compact 4" x 7" box, the Desert Dwellers Flash Cards are perfect as stocking stuffers or for mailing to family members out of state.
Where: Click this link for retailers and online here.
Price: $20 includes shipping
More info: Julie Originals Website
OZMA Atelier
Where: 439 N. 6th Avenue (At 6th & 6th), Suite #171. Thursday-Saturday 11am-6pm
Price: $74 for the Rochas shoes (retail over $700)
More Info: www.ozma-atelier.com or call: (520) 822-6802
Wynonna & The Big Noise: A Simpler Christmas
A five time Grammy award-winning country music superstar, Wynonna Judd’s special holiday concert includes the perfect mixture of her solo career singles, biggest hits, and traditional Christmas classics all backed by her band, The Big Noise. Her impressive career has produced hit songs such as: “I Saw The Light”, “She Is His Only Need” and “No One Else On Earth”.
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress Street
When: December 8 at 7 pm
Price: Tickets $33-$84
More info: Visit www.foxtucson.com to view this and the full spring season event list and to take advantage of the Deal of the Season special discount. Call 520 547-3040
Yikes Toys!
Bil Taylor Design + Build
“MesaTable ”, Ogee edged, 1” thick glasstop, 42” x 11’6”. Hot rolled Mill scale black steel support. Beautifully planned and detailed to seat 8 comfortably. Designed and crafted here in Tucson. (Copyright Bil Taylor.)
Price: $19,000
More info: www.taylordesignbuild.com or call 520 792 9544
Swingin' Christmas at the Fox Theatre
A brand new show that’s destined to become a classic, this holiday treat features a swingin’ six-piece band and top-notch singers bringing your favorite Christmas tunes to life! Christmas 
music never had it so good as when it was being crooned by Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters, Andy Williams, Nat King Cole, Perry Como and so many more. You’ll be yearning for days gone by with classics including “Happy Holidays,” “Sleigh Ride,” “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of The Year,” “White Christmas,” and more! Presented with Lonely Street Productions.
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress Street
When: December 19 at 7.30 pm
Price: Tickets $20-$35
More info: Visit www.foxtucson.com to view this and the full spring season event list and to take advantage of the Deal of the Season special discount. Call 520 547-3040
Hot Cool Vintage
An online Etsy store based here in Tucson. Hot Cool Vintage sources the best in vintage home decor and housewares. The vintage inventory includes many items in the mid-century and Scandinavian design style from the 1950’s to 1970’s. The stock is constantly changing and most items come in very limited quantities. Looking for something specific? Contact them about Personal Shopping services.
Where: Hot Cool Vintage on Etsy
Price: Mid Century Demitasse Set, $65
More info: [email protected]
Signs of Tucson Refrigerator Magnets by Endangered Architecture
Signs of Tucson refrigerator magnets make great gifts for anyone who loves Tucson. Dirk J. Arnold's digital illustrations of some of Tucson's most iconic signs are laser-cut to the shape of the sign, with a ceramic magnet mounted on the back. No wimpy magnets here; they hold several sheets of paper and make a satisfying sound when applied to your fridge. They look great on avocado green or harvest gold, but any fridge door will do. Over 40 designs to choose from, and more on the way!
Where: Available at Deco: An Illuminating Experience and the Museum Shop at the Tucson Museum of Art
Price: $12 each
More info: For info and to purchase online visit www.endangeredarchitecture.com
Klezmatics at the Fox Theatre
The Grammy Award-winning Klezmatics are the most popular Klezmer group in America. Based in New York City, the group has achieved fame singing in several languages. In the rich and colorful Yiddish language, the phrase farshafn a sakh freyd un fargenign, means to give much joy and pleasure. This perfectly encapsulates the happiness that the Klezmatics have delivered to the passionate millions who have discovered their music since the band’s formation more than 25 years ago.
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress
When: December 5 at 7.30 pm
Price: Tickets $18-$38 (VIP $54)
More info: More info: Visit www.foxtucson.com to view this and the full spring season event list and to take advantage of the Deal of the Season special discount. Call 520 547-3040
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