Discover the historic mining town of Old Bisbee. You’ll recount the mining days, dangers and dramas as you journey 1,500 feet underground into the Queen Copper Mine. After the mine, you'll have free time to explore the picturesque town, an independent lunch, and more. Activity Level: Easy Distance: Varies | Elevation Change: Varies Meet at...
We will walk the paved paths around the lake and surrounding ball fields. We will likely encounter desert urban birds along with water fowl, raptors, hummingbirds, sparrows and maybe a...
This bird walk is all about enjoying nature and birds. It’s about walking slow, being mindful and looking for birds and then spending time truly watching their behaviors. It’s not...
Come hike some of the original trails in the preserve with great views of Scottsdale and the desert. This is a difficult hike with some rocky trails for 5.5 miles with 360 ft. elevation change in 3 hours. Bathrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please....
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native...
Creating without the consumption and waste. We will be crafting a pumpkin plaque using old puzzle pieces for the fall season. Ages 18+
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...
Learn insider tips for writing and accomplish crafting cover letter, building resumes and selecting references. To register, go here: https://sites.google.com/view/arizonaatworksoar/workshops ARIZONA@WORK has events around the state to connect employers and job seekers to workforce-related improvement opportunities. From hiring events and job fairs to employment readiness workshops and training, we have it all. Check the...
NOT SURE YET to visit the Pyle Center to share our technology program and the many ways we can support you and your technology needs. For more information, please contact...
In this class, we'll go over the basic parts of a web browser and URL so that you can navigate the internet with confidence. Familiarity with the mouse and keyboard is required. This class will be presented in both English and Spanish. En esta clase se presentará los conceptos básicos de un navegador de internet...
Learn about breast cancer and its causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, and ways to prevent it. In addition, learn about the American Cancer Society’s cancer screening recommendations for the...
Looking for a job? We can help with: writing a resume or cover letter, creating an email account, searching online for jobs, completing online job applications, preparing for an interview. Registration is not required. Times are subject to change. Please call for confirmation the day of the job help session. Ages 18+
Looking for Work? Not sure what all is out there? Visit us during our Employer Spotlight drop-in events to meet with our featured employer for the week. This is your opportunity to talk with a prospective employer and learn about what their organization is like, their current job openings, and what a career with them might look...
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 come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
This interactive 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...
Every day, people encounter suspicious emails, unexpected text messages, fraudulent phone calls, and social media scams that can be difficult to identify. As technology and artificial intelligence (AI) continue to evolve, online scams, and misinformation are becoming increasingly convincing, making it more important than ever to know what to look for and what to do...
Experts from Arizona@Work will be available to provide one-on-one employment assistance. Interview Preparation Job Search Assistance Resume Building Ages 16+
Herb gardening in the Tucson desert is both easy and rewarding, even for beginners! Learn which herbs thrive in our unique climate, the best options for container gardening, and the...
Narrated by George Takei, this planetarium show explores comets, asteroids, and their powerful impacts on Earth. Journey through time and space to see how these ancient objects shaped our planet—and what we’re learning from them now. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets...
This virtual Parkinson's Support Group takes place on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 2-3 p.m. Register here to receive your link to the Zoom meeting. Cynthia Holmes, PhD (520) 307-8254 or [email protected]
Sending out holiday letters that you want to make look snazzy? Want to add flair to your documents? Learn how to add borders and insert text boxes. Add photos or...
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...
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+
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
Join Therese White for a group discussion where people with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers, and others affected by the disease can share answers, opinions, ideas, and support. Whenever facing difficult times,...
This three-part gardening series will offer practical, guidance to help gardeners of all experience levels plan, grow, and maintain a thriving fall garden. Presented by university-trained Master Gardeners. Session two: Explore helpful time‑saving techniques and “tricks of the trade” that experienced gardeners rely on. This session also features a focused segment on herb gardening, including...
Get help with a variety of the library’s digital offerings, including eBooks, audiobooks, movies & TV, and music. Or get additional computer help with: computer basics (Windows), email and internet basics, job help (resumes, online applications, job searching), mouse and typing tutorials, basics of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), unemployment & Food Assistance applications, other...
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...
Join us monthly at The No-Wrong-Way Photography Club to share tips, critique each other’s work, and get inspired. This group is open to photographers of all skill levels. The objective of individual members is to cultivate a personal style and enhance the quality of their photographs to an artistic level. The theme for the following...
Curso de GED Prep en español - en línea -- 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....
The desert southwest is the ‘astronomy capital’ of the United States. Here the sky is always a source of spectacle, inspiration, and discussion. Astronomers and quality optical telescopes provide a unique experience of direct observation of the Moon, planets, their moons, galaxies, star clusters, and gaseous nebulae. You’ll be awed by this natural spectacle! The...
Take the first step in your astrophotography journey with an intensive course at Lowell Observatory! This 2-hour program accommodates a maximum of 6 guests. Using our 17-inch Planewave CDK Telescope...