Hike the treasured landscapes of the Sonoran Desert surrounding the East Valley. Each trip you’ll discover iconic cacti, canyons peppering the landscapes, and rugged trails. Trips are local and start out with easy terrain and progress to more difficult hikes later in the season. Transportation and entrance fees included. Come prepared with hiking attire, water,...
A leisurely bird walk through the desert and riparian habitats at Cienega Creek Preserve. Cienega Creek offers some great winter birding and the opportunity to see birds of desert and...
Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. The Conservancy relies on the generosity of donors to support our conservation efforts in the Preserve. Your contributions help us mitigate invasive species, restore burned areas, and monitor wildlife to identify current and future threats. To participate, we...
Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history....
Google Drive es un servicio gratuito de almacenamiento en la nube que le permite acceder a sus archivos desde cualquier teléfono inteligente, tableta o computadora. Sin importar dónde se encuentre,...
If you have basic computer questions, library staff will be exclusively available from 10am-12pm every Tuesday to help answer them.
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...
We are thrilled to invite you to attend TechFusion, a dynamic gathering that brings together a diverse group of professionals and thought leaders in the fields of artificial intelligence, computer science, and information technology. This event is designed for industry professionals such as software developers, data scientists, and IT managers eager to apply cutting-edge technologies...
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 Microsoft Office.
This one-day class will highlight ways to stay safe on the Internet with easy-to-use practices and strategies. Course content includes: Gain an overview of the Internet, Safeguard yourself when accessing public or free Wi-Fi, Learn about viruses and malware, Create effective passwords, Email safety and etiquette, Recognize phishing and scams, Develop strategies for backing up...
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 / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
AI is an extremely powerful tool that has many different use cases, but did you know you can use AI to help improve your SEO? Search Engine Optimization can be tedious for anyone, but using AI can streamline several tasks that will allow any small business to optimize their site's SEO without the need for...
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...
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...
Weather has always been one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet, but now it’s intensifying in varied and complex ways. Extreme Weather takes us to the frontlines where few have gone. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about natural disasters Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
Ladybugs are iconic but they are just one piece of the vibrant tapestry of beneficial insects that grace Tucson gardens. From parasitic wasps to graceful hoverflies there is a fascinating...
Do you love to garden? Do you enjoy talking about plants? Interested in starting a garden? Join us in the Valencia Garden every Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm. We will chat about plants, start seedlings and just talk about our gardens.
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...
We will use the Fiero Code platform and meet weekly: in-person the first Tuesday of the month, and virtually (via Zoom) all other weeks.
Join Donald Hadder, a former planner for the City of Scottsdale who served over 38 years, for a talk about Scottsdale’s long and complicated history of general planning. This talk will cover nine major phases of planning over a period of 65 years during a period where the city grew from around ten square miles...
Our Star Parties are held at one of our public star party sites which have an excellent view of the night sky. Parties begin before sunset so equipment setup may be completed in the daylight. As astronomical twilight nears its end, "First Light" experiences for new telescope owners may be experienced and the dark sky...