Join Vera, an Arizona State Park volunteer and experienced birder, on a journey to discover the birds of the Sonoran Desert! Meet at the Palo Verde Day Use ramada and don't forget your binoculars! Program is free with park entry ($10 day use/vehicle).
Curious about how humans have used desert plants for things like food, shelter and medicine? Explore the ethnobotanical history of Tortolita Mountain Park with a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty...
If you’re new to using a computer or want to build more confidence using the Windows 10 operating system, this workshop is for you. You’ll learn how to find your way around Windows 10, manage applications using the task manager, find and manage files and folders, save and delete files, and more.
Experience wonders aboard the luxurious Verde Canyon Railroad. During this four-hour narrated ride, learn about the local history, culture, and charm of iconic landscapes, including rare highdesert riparian habitats, red-rock buttes, and ancient ruins. The excursion stops for lunch and dinner; meals are at your own expense. Meet at bus in Multipurpose Field Parking Lots
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
This class will teach entry-level computer skills. Participants will learn how to open a web browser, navigate internet searches, access and use email, basic computer safety, and more! Register the first day of class or go to https://literacyconnects.org/adult-programs/ to register.
Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.
The Pima County Health Department's Community Mental Health and Addiction Division's mission is to raise awareness to critical issues surrounding mental health, including suicide prevention and the drug overdose epidemic. We connect vulnerable populations with essential resources, respond to community trends and enhance overall health and education of the community. At our tabling events we...
Ask a technology question and get help from our tech help expert. Bring your own laptop or mobile device, or use a library laptop. We are not able to...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Stop by the Asante Library for technology help. Library staff will provide guidance on using library databases, e-books, online resources, and even provide basic instruction on popular software applications like...
Join a Master Gardener on growing citrus trees in Arizona's climate. Location: Monterey Park 7045 E. Monterey Avenue Mesa, AZ 85209
Join Carol Manetta from Reap Goodness talk about what fruit trees thrive here, when to order, how to order from the best, and how to get free ones. Reap Goodness is one of two nonprofit organizations that have teamed up to start work in 2024 to create and then maintain a food forest for public...
Stroke, also known as "brain attack", is the second leading cause of death and the third most common reason for long-term disability in the world. Dr. Yanny Phillips, Neurology, will review current treatment guidelines and give tips for healthy lifestyle choices to help decrease the risk of having a stroke.. For more information, visit www.cochise.edu/cll.
Take advantage of our 45-minute one-on-one help for anyone who needs basic assistance with cell phone, tablet or computer use, downloading e-books, streaming movies, and more. Adults 18+. Appointment required. Call or email to schedule an appointment. (623) 333-2665 [email protected]
Learn tips that will help you create documents that are readable and engaging, and make you a more efficient user of Microsoft Word This is a two-part class meeting on Tuesdays, November 12th AND 19th. Please plan on attending both sessions. Prior experience using MS Word is highly recommended, but not required You will have opportunities...
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...
Adults who want to know more about gardening and strategies in a desert, who want to share their knowledge born of success or failure, are welcome to join. Meetings are relaxed conversations with sometimes guest speakers. Topics change faster than the seasons!
Join us in the Downtown Library's Community Room for introductory technology classes. On November 12, we will cover internet basics, including: How to use a web browser How...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...
This class will help participants improve their reading, writing, math, and critical thinking skills, all of which are necessary to increase their chances of success on their GED exams. The class will be taught in English. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something to...
When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...
Presented by: Dr. Alfred McEwen Regents Professor Lunar and Planetary Laboratory University of Arizona Host: Dr. Daniella DellaGiustina When 3:45 – 4:45 p.m., Nov. 12, 2024 Where Kuiper 308 and Zoom
When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about black holes and astrophysics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children...
Develop water harvesting skills with this free in-person class from Watershed Management Group. Our instructors will teach you about passive rainwater harvesting, active rainwater harvesting, and how to qualify and apply for Tucson Water's Rainwater Harvesting Incentives Rebate Program. Learn how to save municipal water while supporting a productive oasis or even to drink rainwater. The course...
This class will teach entry-level computer skills. Participants will learn how to open a web browser, navigate internet searches, access and use email, basic computer safety, and more! Register the...
Curso de GED Prep en español -- Esta clase ayudará a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura, escritura, matemáticas y pensamiento crítico, todas ellas necesarias para incrementar sus posibilidades de éxito en sus examenes GED. La clase se impartirá completamente en español. La instrucción puede incluir tareas, conferencias tradicionales y práctica interactiva. Los...
Critical and strategic minerals have been buzzy terms in the news in the last few years, but have an often-ignored history that stretches clearly back to World War I. Critical mineral topics have been receiving bipartisan support from Congress as sourcing them addresses multiple needs. For one, in the United States, we are dependent on...
My favorite thing to grow is a fruit tree – you plant it once and reap a bounty for decades. But did you know that you can go into every big box store and most nurseries and they will sell you a fruit tree that will never make fruit? And that made me mad so I...
Learn how to create designs for the Glowforge and how to operate it by creating your own custom coaster.
Join us as we help shape the Public Health Climate Resiliency Plan! In partnership with the University of Arizona, Coconino County Health and Human Services is seeking your input on...
Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Community Center present the Foothills Speaker Series: Saguaro Facts and Fiction. Do saguaros really live for 500 years? Can you determine a saguaro's age by counting its arms? Why are so many of these desert giants toppling over? Join us as we separate fact from fiction and uncover...
Come and hone your needle and thread skills and learn the ways of the cloth. Beginners welcome, experts appreciated! If you have a topic of concern, feel free to make a post and we will do our best to address it. See you there! Sign up to get notices about events you're interested in. A...