Friday August 31, 2001

The International Arts Society film series brings a thrilling insight of the human mind to the screen at tonight's screening of "Croupier." Directed by up-and-coming British artist Mike Hodges, the film aims to address everyday issues with a terrifying twist. This free screening begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Modern Languages auditorium. For more information on this event or a calendar of future movie showings, call Charles Scruggs at 621-3527.

Are you sick and tired of waking up to the same sights and smells of your regular life? For a new perspective on American culture, check out the Center for Creative Photography's exhibit, "Indivisible: Stories of American Community." This exhibit runs through Sept. 30 and highlights 12 diverse communities throughout the states. Interactive media is also introduced throughout the exhibit creating a traveling virtual atmosphere. For more information on the center's hours, contact Jeanne Courtemanche at 621-7968.

Skip the usual Friday night events and check out the new Flandrau Science Center exhibits playing tonight and through the weekend. Spend a romantic evening under the stars with "More Than Meets The Eye: Under Arizona Skies" or simply grab a friend's hand and explore the red planet at "MarsQuest." For more information on show schedules and prices, call the planetarium at 621-STAR.

Labor Day Events

Fire up the pit and head on down to the fourth Annual Labor Day Pig Roast at the Oliver R. Twist Cafˇ located at 5305 E. Speedway Blvd. Get ready for a day of roasting swine the old fashion way as well as kicking off the new 2001 NFL season with Sunday Ticket on the big screen. Gather your pals and call 319-8955 for more information.

Celebrate Labor Day in style at the Cabana Bar Labor Day Bash at the Omni Tucson National. There will be food, music and drink specials for those 21 and over. The party begins at 5 p.m. Need directions? Call 877-2373.

Looking to spend Labor Day in the sun soaking up the Tucson rays? Come celebrate history at the Lake Park grand opening. The master planned community of Rancho Sahuarita invites you to avoid "laboring" and enjoy sailboat racing, family entertainment, refreshments and a chance to win a trip for four to Disneyland. For more information on this event, held off Interstate19 in Sahuarita, call the Town of Sahuarita at 648-1972.