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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area
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SUMMARY:Paton Center Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing morning at the Paton Center\, featuring short\, easy walks (less than a mile total) along trails like the Cuckoo Corridor and Gray Hawk Birding Trail. We’ll also spend some unhurried time enjoying the activity around the bird feeders. Trails on site are mostly packed dirt or gravel\, with the possibility of brief walking in the dry bed of Sonoita Creek. Known for its vibrant backyard birdlife and scenic setting\, the Paton Center for Hummingbirds offers the perfect opportunity to experience the unique birds of southeast Arizona.\nTrip difficulty: Easy to moderate; Less than 1 mile on level but uneven surfaces (trails are mostly packed dirt or consist of wood chips). Drinking water\, restrooms and benches are available at the Paton Center.\nLimited to 10 participants. All ages welcome.\nLeader: Wayne Smith\, Paton Center Birding Ambassador\n\nTo sign up: Email the Paton Center Site Manager\, Alexis Stark (astark@tucsonbirds.org)
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/paton-center-bird-walk/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Paton Center for Hummingbirds\, 477 Pennsylvania Ave\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Bird Alliance":MAILTO:info@tucsonbirds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260122T232744Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeology Day
DESCRIPTION:At our monthly (fourth Saturday) Archaeology Day\, representatives of Tucson’s archaeology community come to Mission Garden to teach practical hands-on skills. Archaeology Southwest will be doing their Hands-on Archaeology program. It allows kids of all ages to try out fascinating ancient technologies. Old Pueblo Archaeology Center is represented at these events\, also presenting interactive programs about things like pinch pots\, pendants\, and cordage. John Palacio speaks about and demonstrates making replicas of petroglyphs. Come join in any time between 8am and 11am.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/archaeology-day/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:History,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T232743Z
CREATED:20260916T232743Z
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UID:10008033-1792830600-1792859400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Rio Rico Historical Society Fall Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Rio Rico Historical Society Fall Bus Tour: Rio Rico\, Patagonia\, Sonoita \n\nGuided tour of Rio Rico History Museum\nShort Stops at two RRHS historical monuments\nGuided tour of Patagonia Museum\nLunch\nGuided tour of Bowman-Stradling History Center\nEmpire Ranch
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/rio-rico-historical-society-fall-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Rio Rico History Museum\, 1149 W Frontage Rd #4\, Rio Rico\, 85648\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T234416Z
CREATED:20260929T231110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T234416Z
UID:10008074-1792834200-1792843200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:A Rose By Any Other Name....
DESCRIPTION:can still be grown in the desert!  The Tucson Garden Club invites you to an inspiring session on beginning your own rose garden. Learn practical tips and insider advice from Terry Swartz\, past President of the Tucson Rose Society\, as he shares his favorite techniques for selecting\, planting\, and caring for roses in our desert climate. \nAfter the presentation\, enjoy a guided visit to the Heritage Garden\, where you’ll see firsthand how the Oro Valley Historical Society team and the Tucson Garden Club have partnered to cultivate thriving roses within our historic landscape. \nThis free presentation is sponsored by the Oro Valley Historical Society.  Donations to Oro Valley Historical Society are appreciated to help us keep Oro Valley history alive!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/a-rose-by-any-other-name/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Lectures,Presentations,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260925T215053Z
CREATED:20260925T215053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T215053Z
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SUMMARY:Anza Day
DESCRIPTION:Experience Anza Day\, the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park’s annual festival celebrating the diverse culture and heritage of southern Arizona! It’s a FREE event\, and it will have a historical reenactment ride\, along with games and MORE!!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/anza-day/
LOCATION:Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum\, 1 Burruel St\, #1296\, Tubac\, A\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Passport to Your National Parks® Stamp Station,Youth Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum":MAILTO:assistant@tubacpresidio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T190857Z
CREATED:20260416T190857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T190857Z
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SUMMARY:Docent Led Tour
DESCRIPTION:Docent Led Tour of the Empire Ranch House. 11 am to noon. Reservations are required by 5 pm the day before the tour. Click here to make a reservation. Free. Meet at the Visitor Contact Station.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/docent-led-tour-2/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Empire Ranch\, 16655 E. Empire Ranch Rd\, Sonoita\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Empire Ranch Foundation":MAILTO:admin@empireranchfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T230000
DTSTAMP:20260814T190356Z
CREATED:20260814T182456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T190356Z
UID:10007905-1792861200-1792882800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Nightfall at Old Tucson
DESCRIPTION:The darkness returns. Evil never stays buried for long\, and Nightfall at Old Tucson rises again for its 34th year\, running from October 1st through October 31st. Darker haunted mazes\, more sinister scare zones\, and live entertainment await across 22 acres of pure Halloween terror. Judge Blackwood presides and the verdict is in. Your time has come. Get your tickets now at oldtucson.com
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/nightfall-at-old-tucson/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Old Tucson\, 201 S Kinney Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85735-9321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Experience,Performing Arts,Youth Programming
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