February 18 - August Wood Join August Wood on the back patio for a drop-in informational program and demonstration about the process of making Pima baskets. Enjoy free, fun, educational programs on the back patio at Pueblo Grande Museum from local artists, and organizations specializing in prehistoric cultural practices, desert plants and animal conservation, and […]
A World of Music with Todd Green info@coolidgeperformingartscenter.org On Monday, February 20, 2017 the Coolidge Performing Arts Center will host a free musical demonstration and lecture, “A World of Music with Todd Green” featuring 25 acoustic, indigenous string, flute and percussion instruments from the Middle East, Central Asia, Far East and South America. The presentation […]
Learn about Arizona Humanities Mini Grants - small grants of up to $2,000 available on a rolling basis to support innovative public programs that increase understanding of the human experience. During the free webinar, Arizona Humanities staff will share information about Mini Grants, the online application process, and answer any questions. Click here to register.
March 18 - Arizona Herb Association Explore samples of plants found on the museum grounds with the perspective of how they fit into the medicine chest, sewing box, and kitchen pantry of those who lived here before the Europeans arrived. Still common in the landscape or scattered in the surrounding desert, plants that function aesthetically […]
THE ENDGAME PROJECT Photo credit: Peter Angelo Simon Dan Moran and John Christopher Jones represent six decades of acting between them. They have appeared on Broadway, Off-Broadway, in regional theater, in films, and on TV. They met in 1995 while sharing a dressing room in the Broadway production of A Month in the Country. Now […]
April 15 - Phoenix Herpetological Society Learn about some of the native Arizona wildlife in this hands on demonstration. The PHS will also discuss some non-native reptiles who have made their way here over the past few decades. Finally, they'll explore methods of staying safe and co-existing within our Sonoran Desert environment. Click here to […]
Sheep herding is an integral part of Arizona history and indigenous communities have long-standing traditions of herding sheep and using their wool to create beautiful textiles. At the Flag Wool and Fiber Festival festival, artisans and demonstrators connect the history to the art through their textiles and fiber arts creations. The festival, held June 3-4 […]
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 6:00pm-9:00pm First Congregational United Church of Christ 1407 North 2nd Street, Phoenix AZ 85004 FREE to the Public (RSVP Required) RSVP by June 12th Please RSVP early for this free event. Seating is limited. Refreshments will be provided. Eventbrite RSVP: http://mississippijourney.eventbrite.com or Lisa@DesertDanceTheatre.org FaceBook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1884069311815190/ For more information: 480-962-4584, […]
A community celebration of books for all ages in the cool pines! July 22, 2017, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Mazatzal Hotel and Casino Free to the public, this event promotes literacy and showcases local and Arizona authors representing many genres of fiction and non-fiction. Meet 70 authors; enjoy book signings and presentations Kids can […]
This year the Gardens is partnering with Catholic Community Services, Nutrition Services to create a bilingual booklet that will include favorite recipes of local Mexican American seniors along with stories about the traditions associated with their use. The project, which is supported by Arizona Humanities, will not only preserve special family recipes but explore topics such as […]
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