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Why Arizona Dark Skies Matter with Dr. Matthew Goodwin

City of Surprise City Hall - City Council Chambers 16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ, United States

Flagstaff, Arizona was the world’s first community designated an International Dark Sky Place for its active efforts reduce light pollution and protect the visibility of the night sky. There are now over 130 dark-sky communities, places, and parks globally. Arizona alone has 17 dark-sky places, which is more than any other country in the world. […]

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Representation Matters – The Art of Drag

Burton Barr Central Library - Pulliam Auditorium 1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States

The Art of Drag -- a performance of exaggerated gender expression intended to highlight the performative aspect of gender --has never been more popular or controversial than it is today. This program, presented by ASU faculty member and Drag Story Hour Arizona president David Boyles and local drag legend Felicia Minor, will discuss the history […]

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Growing in the Desert: The History & Culture of the Tohono O’odham with Jacelle Ramon-Sauberan

Oro Valley Public Library 1305 W. Naranja Drive, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

Many Arizonans call the Sonoran Desert and its striking landscapes home. Long before our urban centers and city lights lit up the dark desert skies, the Tohono O’odham were cultivating and shaping the land with abundant agriculture—from squash and beans to corn and cotton. For generations they passed down their rich knowledge and culture grown […]

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Diné Bikéyah, Bee Hózhó (From Beauty is the Land) – Writing Workshop

Navajo Nation Library Hwy 264 and Postal Loop Road, Window rock, Arizona

What is our relationship to the land? How is our relationship affected by climate change? Join us for an interactive writing workshop about the past, present, and future of Dinétah, with poet and artist, Amber McCrary, and creative writing professor, Shaina Nez. We will explore how writing can help us understand the environmental challenges shaping […]

Flying Through Arizona: The Story of the First National Women’s Air Race with Natalie Stewart-Smith

City of Surprise City Council Chambers 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ, United States

In 1929, the first national women’s air race from Santa Monica, CA to Cleveland, OH passed through Arizona. Stopping in Yuma, Phoenix, and Douglas, the intrepid fliers solidified their determination and sisterhood along these Arizona waypoints. Who were these aviators? What were their planes like in 1929? What challenges did they encounter along the way? […]

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Climate Conversations – Hot House: The Converging Crises of Housing Shortage and Climate Change

Arizona Humanities 1242 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Arizona is on the frontlines of two simultaneous modern crises: a housing shortage crisis and a climate change crisis. These two problems are generally addressed separately, but how we solve one will impact our options for solving the other. Join environmental journalist Joan Meiners for a talk about a project to be published in The […]

Representation Matters – The Art of Drag with David Boyles and Felicia Minor

AZ, United States

The Art of Drag -- a performance of exaggerated gender expression intended to highlight the performative aspect of gender --has never been more popular or controversial than it is today. In this two-part program, David Boyles, ASU Professor and Drag Story Hour Arizona President, will discuss the history of drag, and legendary and award-winning performer […]

2023 Hands-On Humanities Awards Celebration

AZ, United States

Since the inaugural awards in 1990, Arizona Humanities has recognized individuals who advance the humanities in Arizona through their scholarship, leadership, support, and advocacy. Our theme, "Hands-On Humanities," refers to the hands-on commitment exemplified by our awardees. Join us as we celebrate this year's award recipients! Register Here The 2023 Hands-On Humanities Awards Ceremony will […]

Nelly Queen: The Life and Times of José Sarria – Film Screening and Q&A

Mesa Community College - Navajo Room 1833 W. Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ, United States

Join us for a special screening of the documentary Nelly Queen: The Life and Times of José Sarria. This documentary resurrects the forgotten legacy of an LGBTQ trailblazer and pioneering drag performer. The film will be introduced by director Joe Castel, producer Mario Novoa and members of the Imperial Court of Arizona. And join us after for […]

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Dia de los Muertos Storytelling with Zarco Guerrero

City of Surprise City Council Chambers 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ, United States

Dia de Los Muertos is a highly celebrated and significant holiday held throughout Mexico, Latin America and the Southwest. It is a day when homage is paid with prayers, offerings of food and the building of altars to those who have gone before us. Join Zarco and his unique masked characters as they celebrate Día […]

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