I am really looking forward to this Saturday, because I finally get to take a tour of Tovrea Castle in Phoenix. 

I’ve driven past this interesting little building, which is right next to the 202, so many times since I moved to central Phoenix. 

You’ve probably seen this building if you’ve driven on the 202 through central Phoenix. (Thomas Trompeter/Shutterstock)

I’ve wanted to tour it for a long time, but it’s not as simple as showing up. Visitors have to win a lottery to buy tickets, and I finally got mine this spring. I can’t wait to share more next week!

For now, here’s what’s going on this weekend around the state, plus a map: 

What are you up to this weekend? Let me know!

Here are 28 of Arizona’s biggest events happening this weekend.

A series of No Kings protests, marches, and rallies are planned across Arizona on Saturday, March 28.

Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention on Zillow this week.

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🚨 The Taliban released an Arizona native and academic after holding him in custody for unspecified law violations for over a year. (Arizona’s Family)

⚡️ Gov. Katie Hobbs invested $15 million to make an additional 30,000 families eligible for help with energy bills. (12 News)

🥣 In the mood to try a new restaurant? Here are 20 in Tucson that just landed this winter. (This Is Tucson)

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Jessica Swarner with stories from USA Today Network via Reuters Connect. It was edited by Paula Solis.

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