There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From a concert to film screening, here's a roundup of options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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The Arizona Wind Quintet in Concert: Homenaje a México, 'Tribute to Mexico'
Celebrate Mexican composers at a concert with the Arizona Wind Quintet on Thursday night. The Tucson-based ensemble is the University of Arizona's Fred Fox School of Music's ensemble-in-residence. This concert will feature music by Mexican composers for wind quintet, including pieces by composers Ana Lara, Charly Daniels and Federico Ibarra.
When: Thursday, April 11, 6-8 p.m.
Where: CCCM Mexican Center for Culture and Cinematic Arts, 2401 W. Sixth St.
Admission: Free
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Our Story Matters: The Gendered Dimension of the School to Prison Pipeline and Mass Incarceration
Attend a solutions-based symposium that examines the high numbers of females impacted by the school to prison pipeline. Hear from experts and survivors of mass incarceration as they share strategies and tools geared toward reversing this trend. Breakfast and lunch will also be served, and the event is eligible for six continuing education units.
When: Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: St. Anne's, 155 N. Occidental Blvd.
Admission: $10-$40
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The Spotlight Workshops: Professional Comedy Scene and Sketch Writing
Learn tips on how to structure a comedy sketch at this Saturday morning workshop led by comedian and writer Mimi von Schack. This class is ideal for writers, comedians, producers, directors and other individuals in the creative and comedy industries.
When: Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Netflix (parking), 1455 N. Van Ness Ave.
Admission: $40
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Hayao Miyazaki's 'Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind at the Vista'
Finally, enjoy a Saturday matinee of Hayao Miyazaki's sci-fi adventure film, "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind." The film tells the story of Nausicaä, a brave young woman living 1,000 years in the future who must work to bring peace to a world ravaged by war.
The screening, which will be shown in Japanese with English subtitles, is part of the Secret Movie Club's Kids Who Rise to Meet the Challenge series.
When: Saturday, April 13, 10:30 a.m.-12:31 p.m.
Where: Vista Theatre, 4473 Sunset Drive
Admission: $20. More ticket options available.
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