6pm-6:45pm: Arizona Opera’s “Gift of Music” — Join Arizona Opera as they spread some holiday cheer and thank the community for its support of their programming. The Tucson OperaTunity Troupe will perform selections of holiday music, both new and old, to lighten the spirits of all who listen.

Tucson OperaTunity Troupe, courtesy of photographer Mark Voss

And over at the Drawing Studio, 33 S. 6th Avenue (south of Congress St.) is their Small Wonders winter show:

“Think small, elegant, affordable”.

The Drawing Studio is excited to present our annual holiday fundraiser, Small Wonders. We are celebrating our 11th year for this community-wide event. Expect to see and purchase fine original artwork by Drawing Studio faculty, associates, students, and other artist friends at affordable prices.

All artworks priced at $200.00 or less with 50% of sales going to the artist and 50% going to the Drawing Studio. This fund-raiser benefits our youth and senior art programs and our adult student scholarship fund.

Artwork that is sold at Small Wonders is cash and carry.

More info on the many events on December 8, go to www.2ndsaturdaysdowntown.com event schedule. It’s time to get into the holiday spirit.

And lastly over at 245 E. Congress #171, west of 5th Avenue is this new exhibit with interactive displays. Info: Bill Mackey (520) 664-8447 or workerarchitect@yahoo.com.

Whom are you connected to at 2nd Saturdays Downtown? Season’s Greetings one and all.