Around The Old Pueblo

One of Tucson’s premiere social events, the LGBT-Straight Alliance Fund’s “Evening of Music and Friends” will take place on April 18. Join MC Ernesto Portillo of the Arizona Daily Star for a gala evening of music, food, wine, and companionship at the stunning home of Randy Soderstrom and Steve Quinlan. The evening celebrates another successful year of philanthropy by the Alliance Fund, a unique coalition of LGBT and straight allies and friends. Information about the evening and reservations are available from Randy Soderstrom, (520) 471-0966. Space is limited and reservations are suggested. ...

The Wingspan Anti-Violence Project (AVP) will hold a free, engaging, and informative training on March 28, 29, and 30 for potential crisis line volunteer advocates, service providers, students, and interested community members. Participants must plan on attending the entire training. Wingspan is the only organization in Arizona that provides 24-hour crisis intervention specifically to LGBT victims/survivors of past/present violence. Our program relies on community volunteers just like you. Topics that will be covered include: Domestic Violence, LGBT 101, Hate Crimes, Suicide Intervention, Active Listening Skills, Crisis Intervention, Community Resources, and much, much more. Wingspan welcomes folks who have no prior experience, as well as crisis line veterans. For more information, please contact Heather Hill at hhill@wingspan.org or by calling (520) 624-1779, x120. ...

This month is national "Write a Will" month, and in observance of the occasion, TIHAN and the Tucson LGBT Chamber of Commerce are joining other non-profit organizations around the country to encourage everyone to make their wishes known by writing a will. You are invited to a free 90-minute interactive informational session with estate attorneys Tim Olcott and Laura Schoenfeld which is designed to empower participants to formalize their plans to protect your estate and to ensure that your wishes are known and respected. This event is free and open to all, and takes place at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 31 at the TIHAN office (1011 North Craycroft, #301). ...

The Invisible Theatre is proud to announce Emmy-winning actress/comedienne Judy Gold in "25 Questions for a Jewish Mother" playing March 29 at 8:00 p.m. and March 30 at 3:00 p.m. at the Berger Performing Arts Center (1200 W. Speedway on the campus of the AZ School for the Deaf & Blind). Judy and award-winning playwright Kate Moira Ryan embarked on a five-year journey across the US interviewing over 50 Jewish women of different ages, ethnicities and occupations. The end result is a moving and humorous portrait of what makes a Jewish mother, a Jewish Mother. "Fiercely funny, honest and moving!" (New York Times). For reservations call (520) 882-9721. ...

Tangaora, located at 604 North Fourth Avenue is hosting a special weekend event for local artist Amanda Curtis, March 28-30, for a chance to view and purchase her unique art pieces in celebration of the Aloha Spirit! On Friday, March 28, 4 - 6:00 p.m., Curtis and her “Tiki Art” will be featured at Tangaora’s Outdoor Studio. Curtis will hold a reception and artist showcase, Saturday, March 29, 5 - 8:00 p.m., with Hawaiian-style snacks with refreshments available for purchase from Rainbow Planet Coffee House. From 2 - 4:00 p.m., Sunday, March 30, Curtis will be featured in the Outdoor Studio. For more information, call (520) 248-2696.