Outdoor Activities in Tucson
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Desert Rats, River Runners, and Canyon Crawlers: Four Arizona Explorers
This talk looks at the accomplishments of four explorers, each have shaped our understanding of this wild, sometimes challenging place called Arizona. Francisco Garcés , a Franciscan friar, arrived in what is now Arizona in 1768. Assigned to San Xavier del Bac, he traveled widely throughout Arizona.
Garden Talk: The Basics of Building Better Soil
Are you frustrated with the results of your gardening efforts? Did you know that it could be the soil? Discover the basics of how to identify if your soil is a problem, and the steps to take to correct it. You will also learn about the optimal use of fertilizers, and how to decide what fertilizers..
Read to a Dog
Kids are invited to practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). Attendees may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library. This program is designed for kids (ages 6-12). Struggling and reluctant readers are encouraged to attend, as are readers who...
Rillito Park Farmers Market
Rillito Park Farmers Market is a farmers market in Tucson, AZ.
Monumental Places: Arizona’s National Parks and Monuments
Arizona is home to some of the crown jewels in America’s national park system, including Canyon de Chelly, Saguaro National Monument, and, of course, the Grand Canyon National Park. It also harbors lesser-known treasures, too, such as Chiricahua National Monument, Hubbell Trading Post, and the...
Santa Cruz River Farmers' Market
Santa Cruz River Farmers' Market is a farmers market in Tucson, AZ.
Garden Talk: Heatproofing Your Garden
Join us for the last Garden Talk of the Season - Heatproofing the Garden! Desert summers can be tough on plants—especially non-natives. Join us to learn effective strategies for helping your garden beat the heat. We’ll cover proven techniques to protect vulnerable plants and highlight resilient...
Udall Park Farmers Market
Udall Park Farmers Market is a farmers market in Tucson, AZ.
Nature Stories for Early Learners - Insects and Spiders
Want to learn more about insects and spiders and their amazing tiny world! Come join us for an engaging and comfortable program! This will include a nature read aloud, hands-on activities and take-home crafts!
Peter Piper Pizza Tucson (9545 E Old Spanish Trail)
Peter Piper Pizza is a family pizzeria and entertainment center with arcade games, rides, prize redemption, and handcrafted pizza.
Wildlife in Ink
Challenge yourself to create crisp, striking images of wildlife with ink. Learn the various techniques using fine-tip pens to shape our subjects with shading, highlighting, and texture. Then delight in the precision of detail and the pure impact of black and white in your art! Join us for this 4...
Heirloom Farmers Market - Rillito Park
Heirloom Farmers Market - Rillito Park is a farmers market in Tucson, AZ.
Garden Talk: Monsoon Gardening
Active monsoon seasons provide a welcome relief after the hot, dry, and windy days of May and June. In the garden, our plants will be happier, lusher, and slightly easier to tend. Monsoons also provide an interesting and unique 5th planting season for the stalwart among us. There are a couple of...
Community Meeting: Spanish Trail Vista
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Himmel Park Branch Library
Himmel Park Branch Library is a public branch library in Tucson, AZ. Open 1,950 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 6,986 square feet.
Garden Talk: Diagnosing Leaf Damage
Join us for a Garden Talk all about leaf problems! Diagnosing problems in the garden can be complicated and confusing. We are here to help! This talk focuses on leaves that are torn, chewed, full of holes, or missing altogether. You’ll learn how to recognize the likely culprits and discover...
Heirloom Farmers Markets - Udall Park
Heirloom Farmers Markets - Udall Park is a farmers market in Tucson, AZ.
One-on-One Library Resource/Tech Help
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.
St. Phillips Plaza Market
St. Phillips Plaza Market is a farmers market in Tucson, AZ. The plaza market can be found on the southeast corner of River Rd. and Campbell Ave. Products: Organic (USDA Certified).
Dusenberry-River Branch Library
Dusenberry-River Branch Library is a public branch library in Tucson, AZ. Open 1,950 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 10,000 square feet.
Community Meeting: River Readers Book Club
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Spread Thin: The Sandwich Generation
Rescheduled! The Sandwich Generation are those who care for their aging parents while supporting their own children. Many find themselves being “squeezed” in between caring for children and elderly parents or family members. Attend this presentation to learn more on how to balance your life and...
Round1 Park Place Mall
Round1 entertainment center with bowling, arcade games, karaoke, billiards, ping pong, and food & drinks. Open late night.
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