I love this place small and packs in a good crowd and usually a show that you will or cannot see…read moresomewhere else. This is a sensational gallery for local artist to sell and show their work. The creative spirit is here and the variety of the work on display is I dare say hip, to smart, to chic, to cheeky, and a little daring. Check it out, it is the back of Ozma. Every 1st of the month during season there is a new show.

A truly hidden gem for art in Tucson. This space affords artists an opportunity to exhibit edgey,…read morefun, new work because they don't take a commission in sales. The openings are always packed and exciting.

What a neat spot! I have been meaning to go to the one in Oro Valley but I am seldom up that way-…read morethis one is in a perfect location! I love independent bookshops, especially ones that are built for browsing and chatting. Also, we got a coffee flight and even thought there were some flavors that weren't my favorite I was so enchanted by the concept that I didn't even mind. i will say that the flight would be best shared because they are full pours- close to 40 ounces of coffee! I am looking forward to a return trip, but it may need to wait until the books waiting to be read pile shrinks a bit... or do I?

I was genuinely excited to learn that a bookshop and coffee shop in the area would finally be open…read morelater into the evening. I had visited this location several times before and always appreciated the ambience, the quality of the coffee and food, and the variety of merchandise. Unfortunately, this most recent visit was a markedly negative experience. Because I had enjoyed the shop in the past, I invited several close friends to explore it with me and then sit down to chat over coffee and scones. Shortly after we arrived, an employee--an older woman--began hovering around our group in a way that felt intrusive and uncomfortable. She informed us that a book club meeting was taking place and insisted that we remain quiet. Any time one of us spoke above a whisper, she would approach and linger nearby, glaring at us. The entire situation felt inappropriate, especially given that this is a retail space, not a library. If the intention was to maintain a quiet environment for a private meeting, the shop should have been closed to the public during that time. What made the situation even more frustrating was that members of the book club themselves were laughing and speaking loudly enough to be heard from the front of the store. It created the impression that the issue was not noise in general, but perhaps our group specifically. At times we were speaking in Spanish, and I cannot help but wonder if that contributed to her behavior. This experience left all of us feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. It is disappointing to feel harassed in a place where we were paying customers, and it certainly diminished our desire to return. What should have been an enjoyable outing instead left a very sour impression.

Solar culture is a classic music venue and art valley with a downtown location and underground…read morefeel. Transport to another world at any number of their multidimensional events!

You know you have escaped the evil clutches of the heartless, money-grabbing mainstream industry…read morewhen a venue freely lets patrons walk in with backpacks full of booze and distribute it with their friends. I usually keep to just flasking it to Solar culture, but the lax, BYOB closed-container policy creates a unique house party concert vibe without the hours of standing around while your friends try to make their music equipment work properly. Although its not to far removed from such an experience since Solar culture is primarily an arthouse, doesn't have the greatest soundsystem and setup you will ever see, and I think for the most part the workforce and performers are as high as the patrons. I have dealt with a share of long waits between sets and all-to-average sound from Deerhoof, Voxtrot, Architecture in Helsinki, and the like. You also might have to bring a pair of binoculars to a show if you get there late to a packed house because of its awkward long and narrow build. There are great views of the band because of the raised stage, but once it gets past half capacity you might have to barter your way up closer with some of the cans of PBR you have in your Jansport. I was also permanently mentally scared by this place when Death From Above 1979 canceled their show there the day of. They never came back, and now they are gone. I can't help but think of how excited I was for that show (more then any other to date) and how heart-broken I was whenever I think of this place. *goes to cry beneath his desk*

This was a pretty cool event, though it's much smaller than what I'm normally used to. They did…read morehave an awesome kids area though... complete with the fire dept letting kids sit up in a real firetruck! There was a free movie being projected on the side of a building at one end, near the firetruck. There were belly dancers at the other end, near the food vendors. The problem was... there just wasn't much in between. I hope they cont. to have the fire trucks... the kids loved it. And on that note, I'd like to apologize for my friend cutting in front of all the parents and kids who were waiting for their turn in the firetruck. He didn't see the line and I was way in the back, wondering where he went! lol I think he cut in line anyway... or else how did he get up there so fast?! It's still something cool and free to do on a lazy Sat night, if you're in the area. Might see ya there... if I lived in Tuscon.

This is a fantastic event for an otherwise pretty lackluster downtown Tucson (in terms of events)!…read more If you took a snapshot of Scott & Broadway during a 2nd Saturday, you'd be able to convince anyone that Tucson is an awesome place, and that downtown is quirky, fun, and the place to be! This event is just that good! The entertainment is awesome! Sometimes at events, you have to wonder why certain entertainers were invited because they don't fit with the vibe. This was not the case at the bunch of 2nd Saturdays we've been to. The various entertainment matches the vibe of Tucson perfectly! The music is loud enough so you can hear it from the stage to the eating area, which is great so you can enjoy it while you eat. I love the vendors that line the streets, selling cool, often handmade, items that you don't see in stores every day. Lots of cool stuff to look at and buy, and a lot of it can make great gifts. And I just love that the Pima County Library brings their book truck there sometimes, and they give away free books! It's always a good thing to get books in the hands of the community. The selection of food trucks and vendors at 2nd Saturdays is pretty decent. So good, in fact, that we never eat from just one place. We tend to try as much stuff as our bellies can hold, and we don't regret it one bit because most of the food is really delicious! I'd love to see maybe a couple more places join up, there seems to be room down one of the streets, but that's just me being greedy to try more food. Overall, we really love 2nd Saturdays Downtown, and we will keep planning our 2nd Saturdays around this awesome Tucson event!

I love this place so much! the products are so creative and amazing and the owners mel and melissa…read moresupport artists of color by selling their art in Galería Mitotera. Mel and Melissa are also amazing people! Haven't been in a while so I will go when i can again!

We had a great time walking around and the music was good…read more We didn't stay too long since we were headed to Winter-haven later.

It was really hot today. A few of my regular go-to vendors weren't there due to weather. Really…read moreunfortunate we are getting clobbered with this heat. On the bright side lots of people walking up and down 4th Avenue looking for that ultimate "get". Lots of food and beverage vendors but BRING water. I usually stay for the day but not this year

Great variety of (local?) Southwestern art and jewelry. Even tho I always eat at Millie's Pancake…read moreHaus, I never knew this place existed until my bf brought me here to look at some of the jewelry. What a neat shop! The lady working up front was very friendly. She even designed some of the jewelry that is currently showcased! Most of the paintings/pottery/ jewelry/etc. is influenced by the Southwest. Pretty reasonable prices. I didn't end up buying anything today, but I do have one piece in mind. If it is still there next time I eat at Millie's....I just might get it... ;)

Great selection of southwest art and jewelry. Very reasonable prices. Definitely will be back.read more

I seldom get to Oro Valley,but I always visit Bookmans and the friends of the group valley…read more library.Outstanding selection of books and compact disks. And a peaceful booklover atmosphere .

Friends has 2 wonderful used book shoppes, accepting your used books and offering a tax donation…read moreform in return, with much gratitude. Proceeds help OV library & community needs. ++FRIENDS BOOK SHOPPE in Oro Valley Public Library is at N LaCanada Dr & W Naranja Dr, sharing the parking lots with Oro Valley town offices. Hours M-F 10-5, Sat 10-4. ++BOOK SHOPPE TOO is only a mile south on N LaCanada Dr in Oro Valley, in the Canada Crossroads businesses, next to Harvest Restaurant. Hours 10A-4P M-Sa