Entertainment Schedule

Whisker Games

• Friday, March 27 1:30 PM
• FMCA Town Center

Gentlemen, Do you have what it takes to join Roland Cheramie and Keith Bice as champions of FMCA's Whisker Games? To participate, sign up at the Information Center before noon on Friday, March 27, then report to the FMCA Town Center stage by 1:15 pm. The whiskerless can join the fun as well. Cheer for your favorite furry-faced competitor, and then help decide who will become Mr. Whiskers - Tucson 20

Rod Robison, Mentallusionist

• Friday, March 27 3:00 PM
• FMCA Town Center

It may look like Rod Robison has psychic powers, but he says appearances can be deceiving.

During his Mentallusions performance, the photo of a celebrity chosen by a random audience member mysteriously appears inside an envelope. Another audience member opens a book to any page and merely thinks of any word out of thousands to choose from. In seconds, Robison reveals that word. An antique table begins to move, slowly rising from the floor, then floats and dances across the stage. Robison assures audience members that what looks impossible is, indeed, possible using verbal and non-verbal cueing, crowd psychology, and what he calls "mind misdirection," with a bit of magical deception thrown in for good measure.

Chapter Block Party

• Friday, March 27 5:00 PM
• Bud Garden

FMCA will hold a Chapter Block Party. Participating chapters will host parking lot gatherings for prospective chapter members or anyone looking to have a good time with like-minded individuals. If you are interested in finding other RVers that you share an interest with, or are just looking to grow your base of travel friends, stop by one of the many parties taking place.

Noche de Fiesta with Lamar Keck

• Friday, March 27 8:00 PM
• Cantina

For those who aren't interested in the calling it a night so early, join Mike Madawi on Thursday night and Lamar Keck on Friday night as they spin hits to sing and dance to. Got a request? They'll be happy to play it.

FMCA Trivia Challenge

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday, March 27, 28, 29 2:00 PM
• Cantina

Cruise on in to the Cantina for some trivia fun! This daily team trivia contest is a great way to relax, mingle, and catch up with new friends. Bring a team of 2 to 6, or join others who are looking for teammates. Come just once (if you dare!) or each day for fun and prizes. Your host, FMCA staffer, Brooke Grow, will ask general knowledge questions, easy to challenging, and maybe even some themed questions to keep it interesting. You never know what you might know! Incredible prizes await the winning team! It's fun; it's challenging; it's where to be!

Josh Turner

• Saturday, March 28 7:15 PM
• Bud Garden

With his rich, deep voice and distinctive style, MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is one of country music's most recognizable hit-makers. From his 2003 Platinum-selling debut Long Black Train to his 2017 Billboard No. 1 release, Deep South, Turner has scored multiple GRAMMY®, CMA, and ACM Awards nominations and received six Inspirational Country Music Awards.

As one of the youngest members inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, Turner has sold more than 8 million units, topped more than 1.5 billion plays in global streaming, and populated the radio airwaves with such memorable hits such as "Hometown Girl," "Would You Go With Me," "Your Man," "Time Is Love," "Why Don't We Just Dance," and "Long Black Train." To view more popular songs, visit https://youtu.be/uFz61X2PQTw.

The Magic Mile

• Saturday, March 28 8:00 AM
• Near Town Center

Start your Saturday morning with some good old-fashioned exercise and camaraderie! Join fellow FMCA members for The Magic Mile, a 1-mile course that will take you through the fairgrounds, giving you a chance to see the different areas of the convention. Participants are welcome to walk, run, or ride mobility scooters. You can even bring your furry four-legged friends! The best part about The Magic Mile? It's for a good cause! All of the proceeds raised from registration fees will be donated directly to a charity in the local Tucson area. To sign up for The Magic Mile, click here.

FMCA Supersized Book Club

• Sunday, March 29 10:30 AM
• Seminar 1

Tucson convention attendees will have the opportunity to meet New York Times bestselling author J.A. Jance, the featured speaker at FMCA's Supersized Book Club, on Sunday, March 29, at 1:00 PM. Readers may be familiar with her J.P. Beaumont, Joanna Brady, and Ali Reynolds mystery series, or her five interrelated thrillers about the Walker family. She also has written a volume of poetry.

If you'd like to participate in FMCA's Supersized Book Club at the "Sunsets and Saguaros" convention, 1) RSVP at https://join.fmca.com/az20book-1/ and 2) Pick up a copy of Hour of the Hunter and/or Second Watch to bring with you to the convention. Order from online retailers, including this Tucson bookstore: https://www.mostlybooksaz.com/ja-jance-books-fmca.

The Big Zephyr

• Sunday, March 29 3:00 PM
• FMCA Town Center

The Big Zephyr provides live music of the highest quality by performers with contagious, positive energy. With decades of experience, the five-member band play the right music, at the right time, and at the right volume for each occasion. The group is led by Bill Babin on the drums; Russ Edwards, guitar and vocals; Mike Edwards, bass and vocals; Russ Noble, keyboard; and Jaime Lee Frank as the lead vocalist. When this band takes the stage, get ready to clap your hands, dance, and sing along to the songs you know by heart.

Three Dog Night

• Sunday, March 29 7:15 PM
• Bud Garden

Legendary music icons Three Dog Night, celebrating nearly five decades, claim some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records, or sold more concert tickets than the group with the odd name.

Three Dog Night hits wind through the fabric of pop culture. Whether on the radio, in TV commercials, or in major motion pictures, songs such as "Mama Told Me (Not To Come)," "Joy to the World," "Black and White," "Shambala," and "One" serve to crystallize the band's continuing popularity. To view more popular songs, visit https://youtu.be/zx881yO2siQ.

The Southwest Surfers

• Thursday, March 26 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM
• FMCA Town Center

The Southwest Surfers have been providing a fun and entertaining musical experience to sellout crowds since 2009. The group was formed to recreate the sound of the Beach Boys and takes pride in doing exactly that.

During their performance, attendees are treated to an interactive show that lights up smiles and has fans dancing on their feet and in their seats, singing to every song.

The members of The Southwest Surfers are all seasoned musicians and singers with comprehensive backgrounds of various musical styles. While the group specializes in its Beach Boys Tribute show, they also thrill audiences with a variety of #1 oldies hits that you are not likely to hear from any other group.

Jim Pelley

• Thursday, March 26 7:15 PM
• Bud Garden

Humor is indeed a laughing matter, as Jim Pelley will demonstrate during his performance in Tucson. A humorist, Jim has been called the class clown, favorite brother-in-law, and helpful consultant all rolled in one. He has been delighting audiences for more than 30 years. Once a stand-up comedian and a contributing writer for the Showtime cable channel and the original "Saturday Night Live" NBC-TV show, Jim currently travels the circuit as a professional speaker for Laughter Works Seminars.

Noche de Fiesta with Dave Madawi

• Thursday, March 26 and Saturday, March 28 9:00 PM
• Cantina

Join Mike "Mr. Smooth" Madawi, F480161, for a fun-filled night at the mic as he get the karaoke party started and humming right along. Mike has thousands of songs in his vast collection, so finding your favorite will be no problem. Whether you love to sing or just like to hear others, you'll have a terrific time in the Cantina.

Dinner with Barb Maxey

• Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, March 26, 28, 29 4:00
• Cantina

Guitarist and vocalist Barb Maxey, F486100, will serenade Cantina diners, performing a mix of '60s and '70s rock songs, blues/jazz, country, and originals. Barb loves the boogie blues and swing/shuffle feel you'll hear in her guitar style, whether playing walking bass or lead guitar. She writes her songs from life experience, with hopes of encouraging others to enjoy life. She is at ease whether playing a finger-picking style on an acoustic guitar, swing jazz guitar, or electric blues. Barb was a semi-finalist twice in the International Blues Challenge competition in Memphis in the solo/duo category.

Karaoke With A Keck

• Wednesday, March 25 8:00 PM
• Cantina

Alright, wannabe stars, here's your opportunity to show off those shower singing skills you just know everyone will love while having a great time listening to others during "Karaoke With A Keck" in the Cantina. Host Lamar Keck, F272802, will be "spinning" songs selected by participants as they take the mic for their performance. Even if you're not quite ready for the big stage, join in for a great time hearing and singing along to favorite songs you know and love.

Movie Night, A Dog's Purpose

• Wednesday, March 25 and Friday, March 27 6:00 PM
• Seminar 1

In this 2017 movie starring Dennis Quaid, a devoted dog (voiced by Josh Gad) discovers the meaning of its own existence through the lives of the humans it teaches to laugh and love. Reincarnated as multiple canines over the course of five decades, the lovable pooch develops an unbreakable bond with a kindred spirit named Ethan (Bryce Gheisar, K.J. Apa, and Quaid). As the boy grows older and comes to a crossroad in his life, the dog once again comes back to remind him of his true self.