By
Maggie Burnett
Wednesday
Chances are the majority of you were not alive during the 1800s - hard to believe, isn't it? Head over to the Arizona Historical Society, 949 E. Second St., tonight at 7 for "Esteemed in Importance: The Antebellum History of Fort Yuma, 1850-1861." Mark Santiago, director of the New Mexico Museum of Space History and former Historical Society employee, will speak about the importance of Fort Yuma to Arizona and the U.S. The lecture is $6, $5 for AHS members and $3 for students with a valid ID. Call 628-5774 for more information.
This next event most definitely needs to be prefaced with a "wow" - Speliologist and bat researcher Bill Peachy will share his knowledge and research on two species of nectar-feeding bats tonight at 7 at the International Wildlife Museum, 4800 W. Gates Pass Road. Call 629-0100 for more information.
Thursday
No, this event is not about the popular 80s toys known as the "Transformer" - "More Than Meets the Eye: Under Arizona Skies," a Flandrau Planetarium Show, shows every Wednesday through Friday at 8:30 p.m., Saturday at 8:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. and Sunday 3:30 p.m. Check out the show at the planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd. Call 621-STAR for more information.
Friday
Rather than planning your next alcohol binge, why not work on harnessing your oneness with nature - explore the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Among the garden's attractions are tours of the grounds, informative sessions about birds and gardening and much more. Admission is $4 for adults, $3 for seniors, and free for children under 12. Garden members are free. Call 326-9686 for more information.
Saturday
If you are a good little Wildcat reader, then you have already seen the announcement for this exhibit - so take that information one step further and join the Arizona State Museum, 1013 E. University Blvd., in celebrating the national premiere of "Seven Eye, Seven Legs: Supernatural Stories of the Abenaki," a book on the art, stories and culture of the Abenaki people. Authors Gerard Rancourt Tsonakwa and Yalaikia Wapitaska will hold a book signing starting at 3:30 p.m. followed by the opening of the exhibit at 6. The event, held in the north building of the museum, is free and open to the public. Call 626-8381 for more information.
Are you feeling stressed? High-strung? Having that overwhelming urge to shoot hard objects at other human beings? Look no further than Paintball Headquarters, 1097 W. Prince Road. Paintball games are held every Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sign in for a full day session is from 8 to 8:45 a.m., while half day session sign in is from noon to 12:15 p.m. Call 293-5850 for more information.
Sunday
Getting' jazzy with it - the John Einweck Duo, a jazz group featuring John Einweck on piano and Rick Shosie on bass, plays tonight at Sullivan's Steak House, 1785 E. River Road. The group performs from 6 to 10. Call 299-4275 for reservations and additional information.
Hey guess what, we're still getting' jazzy with it! The Tucson Jazz Society holds a jam session at Old Pueblo Grille, 60 N. Alvernon Way, every Sunday night at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $3 but those who come to jam are admitted for free. Call 903-1265.
Monday
Contrary to popular opinion, this event needs no introduction - "The Rounce & Coffin Club 2001 Western Books Exhibition" opens today at the UA Main Library. Featuring examples of the art of book printing and publishing, this year's exhibit includes "For the Love of Cool Waters" by B.K. Skaggs and "Channel Islands National Park" by Susan Lamb, both from Arizona. This year marks the 60th annual exhibition of award books from the collection. The exhibition will be open through Aug. 20 on the third floor of the library. Call 626-8717 for more information.
Tuesday
Welcome to Tucson - there's squat to do so check out the new CD releases at your local music shop. Today's releases include Celebrity by Nsync, Comfort Eagle by Cake, Plan B by Hewey Lewis & The News, and my personal favorite, Three Chord Opera by none other than Neil Diamond. Most major record stores being selling new releases at midnight Tuesday morning but check your local listing for more specific store hours.
