“Invasive species are among the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences and magnitude. Desert Defenders is a citizen science...
The beautiful cactus forest of this sanctuary offers birders the opportunity to see a wide range of desert inhabitants, like Gambel’s Quail, Greater Roadrunner, and Gilded Flicker. All ages welcome. Please remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water; wearing a hat and sunscreen are also recommended.
Stop by all month long at the Downtown Branch and test your detective skills with our scavenger hunt for a chance to earn a prize! This month's Earth Day theme runs through April 30th. Explore every nook of your library to complete the hunt, and along the way, discover something new your library has to offer! The hidden...
A solar eclipse will be 71% visible on April 8. Get ready with hands-on activities, for all ages, that explore our solar system and the dynamics of eclipse shadows. Activities will be set up in the library for you to explore on a drop-in basis, all day, April 1-8. No registration required. Eclipse sunglasses will...
Join a naturalist-guided walk along Big Wash in Oro Valley on an easy- to moderate-level trail. In addition to great views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, this area is designated an important wildlife corridor, so we’ll keep an eye out for native birds such as Gila woodpeckers and cactus wrens, and other desert wildlife Trekking...
Learn about the many native plants that can be eaten in the desert and learn about the first peoples that harvested and ate them with Ranger Derik. You will be hiking along the Waterfall Trail, which is rated as easy, however there are a few short rocky sections towards the middle of the hike. Along...
Join Ranger Nikki on a moderate hike to search for and learn about a variety of flowering plant life, including wildflowers, shrubs and cacti. Ranger Nikki will lead you on...
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
Get help with a range of topics: Job Help (Résume, online applications) Wi-Fi printing Internet and Email Saving, organizing and printing files Transferring photos Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint)...
A workshop for anyone interested in birds. We’ll talk where you find them, how to identify them and what ones you are likely to see or hear around your house, your school or university, your workplace, etc. Spring migration is good for bird finding, so…. we’ll have loaner binoculars for attendees to try out and—no...
Aproveche nuestra ayuda personalizada de 45-minutos para cualquier persona que necesite asistencia básica con el uso del teléfono móvil, la tableta, la computadora, la descarga de libros electrónicos, el streaming de películas, y mucho más. Adults 18+. Se requiere cita. Llame o envíe un correo electrónico para agendar su cita. (623) 333-2665 [email protected]
In Big Astronomy, discover Chile's grand observatories and meet the people who push the limits of technology, a diverse collaboration of scientists, to expand what we know about the Universe using world-class telescopes. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12...
GED and ESL Tutoring provided by volunteers will be available at the Main Library. Email Eva at [email protected] to connect with a tutor coordinator to match you needs with an available tutor....
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the planets (including some Saturnian and Galilean moons) pointing out interesting facts along the way. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Planets, space exploration. Style: Live presentation. Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2...
Learn about the solar eclipse happening this month! This illuminating session will provide information about the eclipse, how to view it, activities and a craft! Solar eclipse glasses are limited and will be available to those who attend, so register each person who will be attending.
Presenter: Adam Spiegler, University of Colorado. Denver The rapidly growing demand in data science presents an exciting opportunity for math and statistics departments to redesign courses to benefit both traditional math and statistics majors as well as new students from other disciplines. Creating cohesive undergraduate curriculum entails weaving together content from different courses to steadily develop...
Join curator Hank Hassell for a free tour of the “Images of a Lost World” exhibit in Special Collections and Archives. This mile-by-mile journey through fabled Glen Canyon features stunning photographs from the archives that illuminate the spectacular scenery, history and archaeology of a lost but never-to-be-forgotten world. Can’t make it in person? Tour the...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
Instructor: Mark Larson Join us for a 4-part series of classes on Birding. Learn the fundamentals of birding and nature study from the retired President of the Maricopa Audubon Society, Mark Larson. This is an Adult only program 18+. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Do you have issues with community cats? This presentation will go over what a community cat is and what the Humane Society of Yuma is doing to deal with community cats long term. The presentation will be given by HSOY Community Cat Coordinator, Rafael Garcia. Space is limited.
AED/CPR/FA, Adult, Child, and Infant Hybrid or Blended Learning incorporates individualized web-based instruction with in-person group skills session; 2-year certification. Topics include first aid for bleeding, burns, seizures, shock, stroke and more. Skills Session covers choking, compressions, rescue breaths and use of AED. Digital student workbook included. This is NOT the BLS / CPR for...