Join us for a casual walking tour of Barrio Viejo. Discover the art, history, and architecture of one of Tucson's oldest neighborhoods. Barrio Viejo is home to one of the largest 19th century adobe communities in the Southwest. This 0.9-mile stroll from the El Tiradito shrine to Lee Ho's former grocery store will highlight local...
Learn how to ferment vegetables straight from the garden! We will provide two 16 oz mason jars, cabbage plus vegetables, and materials to make. We'll harvest, take you through the process of making sauerkraut and kimchi, and send you home with some delicious fermenting snacks! You will make (and take home) one jar of sauerkraut...
Get free one-on-one help using computers, phones, and devices, as well as internet resources. Do you need other computer help? Get help with computer skills, such as Gmail, Yahoo Mail, as well as sending and storing documents. Assistance is also available with resume building, job-interview skills, and online job searching. You can also learn about...
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go around the traffic circle until...
Extreme Weather takes you to the front lines of our planet’s most intense natural forces—from melting glaciers and massive tornadoes to raging wildfires. Stunning visuals and expert insight reveal how...
Get help with resume writing, internet job searching, online job applications, and more. Prepare your elevator speech, learn interview tips and tricks, and ask for a mock interview to prepare...
Looking for a challenge? Look no further. Ranger Kevin has all the details about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation...
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way...
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 before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
Bike Maintenance - Come fix up your bike every 3rd Friday from 4:30 to 6:30. Flats, brakes, chains, whatever. We have most tools you'd need a the HeatSync Bike Station. Also, the BikeMesa ride starts after this, so if you want to ride with us, perfect opportunity to get your bike ready. This event is...
Used properly, CPR and First Aid can SAVE LIVES! Learn CPR for the adult, child, and how to recognize a sudden cardiac arrest. Apply First Aid techniques for bleeding, burns,...
Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also identify some major constellations with a...
This show is all about the concept of size and scale when it comes to the universe. Starting at Earth, we will fly farther and farther away from home, encountering the incredible structures that populate the cosmos, traveling right to the edge of our visible knowledge of what surrounds us. This program will last for...
Experience an unforgettable night inside the Dorrance DOME. Skyview combines original space-themed rock music with sweeping 360-degree planetarium visuals for a full sensory journey through the cosmos. Don't miss this high-energy celebration of human discovery Ages 6+ Showtimes: 6:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and other nocturnal wildlife while hiking along the Dragonfly Trail at Jewel of the...
Need Friday night plans or just want to get your miles in for the day? This hike will be a 4-mile out and back on the Pipeline Canyon trail. This trail is rated moderate with a combination of flat ground and sections with loose rocks and uneven ground with elevation gain throughout. This trail goes...
Join us to explore the wonder and unfold the mysteries of the cosmos. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Weather permitting. Participants will be notified by 4:30 on the day if there is a weather-related cancellation. DIRECTIONS: Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area;...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...