Richard Sanderson I Contributing Writer MINI TIME MACHINE MUSEUM: NOV. 23–JAN. 9 .. The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures in Tucson is one of those off-the-beaten path attractions. It’s a whimsical place year-round, but it really shines during the Wee Winter Wonderland. Exquisitely detailed, dollhouse-sized rooms depict global holiday traditions throughout time: the Southwestern Casita Bonita, the Edwardian Alderly Manor, a Kwanzaa celebration, a German Christkindlmarket, a Japanese farmhouse and many more. Both kids and adults will be equally charmed. There are discounts for students, military members and seniors; children under 3 get in free. theminitimemachine.org P icture-perfect Southwestern weather ushers in an enchanted holiday season in Tucson. And the Sonoran borderlands traditions in Arizona’s second-biggest city have a twist all their own. Try these merry and bright happenings with widespread appeal for the whole family. ZOOLIGHTS: NOV. 26–DEC. 15 .. Reid Park Zoo is ablaze during the annual Zoolights. While most critters have the evening off, the family-friendly event features lighted animal sculptures, thousands of sparkling lights, jingle bells and Santa Claus. Cookies and hot cocoa are for sale. Children under 2 are free and discounts for seniors apply. reidparkzoo.org Courtesy of Visit Tucson Courtesy of Oro Valley Holiday Festival Courtesy of Mini Time Machine Museum KEY TO THE GOOD LIFE { from the road } FRONTDOORS MEDIA | 49 | NOV/DEC 2021 TUCSON TURNS UP THE HOLIDAY HEAT The Old Pueblo blends classic cheer with only-here Baja traditions Suzanne Wright I Contributing Writer