7401 N. La Cholla Blvd. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort Kiva Ballroom. A gala dinner, dance and silent auction to benefit Therapeutic Riding of Tucson and its programs of riding and equine-related activities for people with special needs takes place March 10 at 7 p.m. To purchase a ticket, reserve a table or receive information call TROT at 749-2360. University of Arizona Modern Languages auditorium.
Admission is free.
Westin La Paloma. 3800 E. Sunrise Drive. Comedian Anderson stars in Laughter on the Sunnyside, a showcase of the best in American comedy, March 11. Call 545-2093 for more information. The Tucson Arts District Partnership and the Museum of Contemporary Art present another studio tour March 11 from noon to 5 p.m. Artists working throughout the Downtown Arts District, including sculptors, painters, printmakers, photographers and more, open their studios to the public.