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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260408T224304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T224327Z
UID:10006154-1775952000-1776038399@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Agave Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:This festival is meant to celebrate and sustain the cultural\, ecological\, and economic significance of agave through binational collaboration\, storytelling\, and community-rooted experiences. \nThe Agave Heritage Festival brings together voices from the Sonoran Desert and beyond to honor agave’s legacy and ignite collective action for a more resilient future. \nFind a full list of festival events here:https://www.agaveheritagefestival.com/2026-events-calendar
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/agave-heritage-festival/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Tucson\, Tucson
CATEGORIES:Arts,Environmental Stewardship,Festivals,History,Lectures,Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260320T200846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T200846Z
UID:10005856-1775977200-1775984400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Danny Lopez Park - Trash / Buffelgrass cleanup
DESCRIPTION:This trash/buffelgrass cleanup is on Sunday\, April 12 from 7 – 9 am.  Ramada #7 is reserved for a (no alcohol) potluck brunch after the cleanup.  Email me for at FriendsOfDLPark@gmail.com for more info and please copy/paste this link to sign up  https://forms.gle/kkU7mSAhQNn8c8EB7  if you would like to join.  You do not need to help with the cleanup in order to attend the potluck.  Meet at the SOUTHERN end of the lake. When you drive into the park\, take the first right and follow this all the way around behind PACC until you get to the meeting spot parking. \nAt the April 12 potluck\, Friends of Danny Lopez Park will be practicing using the iNaturalist app to help document the plants\, birds\, dragonflies and aquatic invertebrates around Silverbell Lake. They will use this skill on Saturday\, April 25 to do a Bioblitz for the 2026 City Nature Challenge.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/danny-lopez-park-trash-buffelgrass-cleanup/
LOCATION:Danny Lopez Park\, 4300 N Silverbell Rd\, Tucson\, 85745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Environmental Stewardship,Food Experience,Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Danny Lopez Park":MAILTO:FriendsOfDLPark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260408T232631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T232631Z
UID:10006527-1775980800-1775991600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Borderlands Restoration Network Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Borderlands Restoration Network brings their plants to Bar Crisol + Exo on Simpson St for a native plant and seed sale supporting ecological restoration across the Arizona Sky Islands and the Madrean Archipelago. \nProceeds from native plants and seeds help fund the cultivation of native seed fields and responsible seed harvest used in restoration projects throughout the region. By choosing plants adapted to desert and mountain ecosystems\, you are supporting habitat\, pollinators\, and long-term landscape health. Stop by for coffee\, browse native plants\, and support on-the-ground restoration work by taking something home. \nCome for the plants\, stay for the coffee and conversation.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/borderlands-restoration-network-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Bar Crisol + Exo\, 196 West Simpson Street\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260409T165741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T165741Z
UID:10006532-1775993400-1776025800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Tucson Folk Festival returns in 2026 for its 41st year\, bringing the heart of live acoustic music back to Downtown Tucson around Jácome Plaza.\n\nFor more than four decades\, the festival has stood as a living reflection of Tucson’s creative spirit—rooted in storytelling\, cultural exchange\, and the simple\, powerful act of gathering through music. What began as a grassroots celebration has grown into one of the longest-running and largest free music festivals in the country\, while remaining deeply committed to accessibility\, authenticity\, and community connection.\nFrom emerging local voices to nationally recognized artists\, the festival creates space for artists to share their craft\, for audiences to discover something new\, and for traditions to be passed from one generation to the next.\nAt its core\, the Tucson Folk Festival is about more than music. It is a platform for cultural preservation\, a launchpad for artists\, and a shared civic experience that brings people together across backgrounds\, neighborhoods\, and lived experiences.\n\nIn a time when connection can feel fractured\, this festival reminds us what it looks like to sit side by side\, listen deeply\, and celebrate the stories\, and the art that shape us.\n\nThe vision is simple and bold: a community where the arts are not an accessory\, but a vital thread woven into everyday life —fueling creativity\, strengthening identity\, and building a more connected and resilient Tucson.\n\nCome be part of the tradition.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/arizona-folk-festival/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Jacome Plaza\, 101 N. Stone Ave\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association":MAILTO:president@tucsonfolkfest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260408T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T172205Z
UID:10005861-1776038400-1776470399@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Wild Connections Week
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection for a free field trip series to our region’s most critical wildlife corridors during the week of April 13! \nExplore\, learn from local experts\, and make exciting discoveries along the way. This is a fantastic opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative solutions and current challenges to wildlife movement in Pima County. \nSign up for any or all events below:\n★ Explore the Santa Cruz River Wildlife Ramp\nWhen: Monday\, April 13\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM \nWhere: West of the Avra Valley Road exit on I-10 in the Tucson-Tortolita Mountains wildlife linkage \n★ Cross the CAP Canal in Avra Valley\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 14\, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM \nWhere: Saguaro National Park West — Red Hills Visitor Center. From there\, we will carpool and follow each other to an area just west on Sandario Road in the Coyote-Tucson-Ironwood wildlife linkage\, where desert bighorn sheep were seen a few years back! \n★ Why didn’t the tortoise cross Picture Rocks Road?\nWhen: Thursday\, April 16\, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM \nWhere: Parking lot off Picture Rocks Road near the Cam-Boh Trail in Saguaro National Park \n★ Sunset at the Wildlife Bridge – 10th anniversary celebration!\nWhen: Friday\, April 17\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM \nWhere: Next to the Ann Day Memorial Wildlife Bridge in the Catalina-Tortolita Mountains wildlife linkage \nThis event series is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area – Thank you!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/wild-connections-week/
CATEGORIES:Funded in Part by SCVNHA,Hikes,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T190819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191658Z
UID:10005463-1776157200-1776186000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since we opened our doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nWe invite you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260414T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260414T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191614Z
UID:10005765-1776159000-1776162600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am\, 1:15 pm\, & 3:00 pm \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260112T223625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T225012Z
UID:10004246-1776243600-1776250800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz River Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Join Tucson Bird Alliance habitat restoration professionals for a Santa Cruz River Community Stewardship Event! We will be working to restore habitat along the Santa Cruz River in Tubac\, starting with invasive plant removal. Monthly community restoration volunteer events will be held every third Wednesday from 9-11am\, through May 2026. This project is a joint effort between the Tubac Nature Center and Tucson Bird Alliance.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/santa-cruz-river-restoration-2/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Ron Morriss Park\, 31 Calle Iglesia\, Tubac\, AZ\, 85746
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Funded in Part by SCVNHA,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T190819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191658Z
UID:10005464-1776243600-1776272400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since we opened our doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nWe invite you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191614Z
UID:10005766-1776245400-1776249000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am\, 1:15 pm\, & 3:00 pm \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260330T203640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T203640Z
UID:10005868-1776274200-1776286800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Comedy Live
DESCRIPTION:Arizona State Museum is showcasing Indigenous Comedy Live\, on April 15th\, hosted by Hotel Congress in downtown Tucson. Highlighting the humor of Indigenous comedians representing Akimel O’otham\, Pascua Yaqui\, Quechan\, Sisseton-Wahpeton Dakota\, and Tohono O’odham communities: 5 comedians\, 1 stage\, 1 night under the stars! In collaboration with The Indigenous Market\, we kick off the night with the a small market of eight Indigenous artisans from Tucson and a frybread stand offered by the Miss Native UA Club.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/indigenous-comedy-live/
LOCATION:Hotel Congress\, 311 E. Congress St\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T195935Z
UID:10007019-1776330000-1776351600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since ASARCO opened their doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nASARCO invites you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours-2/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T190819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191658Z
UID:10005465-1776330000-1776358800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since we opened our doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nWe invite you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191614Z
UID:10005767-1776331800-1776335400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am\, 1:15 pm\, & 3:00 pm \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T200315Z
UID:10007139-1776331800-1776335400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Ticketed Mine Tour
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-ticketed-mine-tour/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260402T220453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T220526Z
UID:10005887-1776412800-1776427200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Guided Birding Walks at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Guided bird walks are back!​ Join park rangers at the Birding Trail kiosk (next to campsite #12) for a ranger-led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek. \nThe event repeats each Friday at 9:00 a.m through April.​ For more information\,  These walks are limited to 15 people. Sign up in advance at the Visitor Center or by calling (520) 287-2791 or please visit https://azstateparks.com/patagonia-lake/events/bird-walk-patagonia​
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/guided-birding-walks-at-patagonia-lake-state-park-2/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Nogales Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:visitus@thenogaleschamber.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T195935Z
UID:10007020-1776416400-1776438000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since ASARCO opened their doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nASARCO invites you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours-2/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T190819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191658Z
UID:10005466-1776416400-1776445200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since we opened our doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nWe invite you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191614Z
UID:10005768-1776418200-1776421800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am\, 1:15 pm\, & 3:00 pm \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T200315Z
UID:10007140-1776418200-1776421800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Ticketed Mine Tour
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-ticketed-mine-tour/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260318T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T223341Z
UID:10005853-1776499200-1776510000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day of Connection & Rio Relay
DESCRIPTION:Join community members\, local organizations\, land management agencies for a day of fun and stewardship!\nDays of Connection celebrating Earth Day and the RioRelay is taking place at Bonita Park right-off of the Santa Cruz River. Join the Pima County Connecting Children to Nature Coalition\, Tucson Clean and Beautiful\, Pima County\, Sonoran Institute\, Tucson Water\, United Way and other partners as we come together to celebrate Earth Day through a day of fun\, stewardship and connecting with nature and community! \nEarth Day of Connection is happening on Saturday\, April 18th between 8AM-11AM at Bonita Park located at 20 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, AZ 85745. \nThese experiences bring together local groups and individual passionate about the natural world and environmental stewardship. At this Day of Connection you can expect to; \n\nEnjoy music\, snacks and beautiful green space with a broad community of stewardship and nature lovers.\nSteward the Santa Cruz by picking up trash with TCB  and Sonoran Institute or learn to identify and remove invasive giant reed (Arundo donax) with specialists from Tucson Bird Alliance.\nExperience the on-going neighborhood conservation and restoration efforts in the area being lead by Friends of Favor Celestial and Watershed Management group.\nConnect with Educators with Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources and Regional Flood Control District to learn more about what our county is doing to conserve and celebrate our public lands.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/earth-day-of-connection-rio-relay/
LOCATION:Bonita Park\, 20 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, 85745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20251223T182930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232611Z
UID:10004201-1776499200-1776531600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Guided Birding Walks at Patagonia Sonoita Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided birding walks at Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve in Southern Arizona on Saturday mornings\, starting November 1st\, 2025! \nLearn about the resident and migrating birds\, ranging from gray hawks to vermilion flycatchers to thick-billed kingbirds. Tours will also touch on the environmental history of the region surrounding the preserve. Birders of all levels are welcome. \nThe start time of the walks will vary depending on the point in the season\, so be sure to check the sign-up form to see when they will begin each week. The fee is $8 per person\, or $5 for Santa Cruz/Cochise County residents and TNC members. Free to Patagonia/Sonoita/Elgin residents and children under 17. Registration is required. \nPlease bring comfortable clothes and footwear to walk 1-2 miles\, a water bottle\, sun protection and snacks. We suggest bringing your own binoculars\, but the preserve has a limited number available for checkout. Read more about preserve regulations here. \nFor more information\, contact Preserve Manager Aaron at aaron.mrotek@tnc.org.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/guided-birding-walks-at-patagonia-sonoita-creek/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve Visitor Center\, 150 Blue Haven Road\, Patagonia\, Arizona\, 85624\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260407T195406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195406Z
UID:10006148-1776502800-1776510000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Fort Lowell Park Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Before Davis Monthan\, there was Fort Lowell! This walking tour covers the history of the land\, people\, and fort structures that played a huge part in the development of modern Tucson during the Apache Wars\, America’s longest-running military conflict. This 2-hour leisurely walk is just under a mile. It will feature the adobe ruins of fort structures such as the Quartermasters Building\, Officers’ Quarters\, Post Barracks and the Fort Hospital. Admission to the museum is included with the tour. \nBe prepared to be on your feet. No public water or restrooms are available at the museum\, but the park offers fountains and public restrooms (next to the parking lot\, by the Craycroft entrance). \nBegins and ends at the Fort Lowell Museum \n  \nBuy tickets here: https://tucsonpresidio.com/civicrm/event/register/?id=1193&reset=1 \n 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/fort-lowell-park-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Fort Lowell Museum\, 2900 N Craycroft Rd\, Tucson\, 85712\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Lowell Museum":MAILTO:gingert@tucsonpresidio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260320T231334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T231334Z
UID:10005858-1776502800-1776513600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:America Semiquincentennial and the Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:As America’s Semiquincentennial celebration continues\, the Oro Valley Historical Society presents the third part of its annual exhibit at the Pusch House Museum in Steam Pump Ranch. America Semiquincentennial and the Town of Oro Valley reflects on the nation’s founding struggles\, Arizona’s path to statehood\, and the Town’s own early challenges. Volunteers will be on hand to share more\, and free tours are offered with donations gratefully accepted.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/america-semiquincentennial-and-the-town-of-oro-valley-3/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006840-1776502800-1776515400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T195935Z
UID:10007021-1776502800-1776524400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since ASARCO opened their doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nASARCO invites you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T190819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191658Z
UID:10005467-1776502800-1776531600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since we opened our doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nWe invite you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260305T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191614Z
UID:10005769-1776504600-1776508200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am\, 1:15 pm\, & 3:00 pm \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T200315Z
UID:10007141-1776504600-1776508200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Ticketed Mine Tour
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-ticketed-mine-tour/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043524
CREATED:20260408T171043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T171043Z
UID:10006147-1776504600-1776510000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join yoga instructors\, Sarah Bayze & Jen Rischard\, in this 90 minute all-levels yoga class exploring Virya in honor of Earth Day! Virya = right effort. How we use our energy matters\, for our bodies and our planet. Virya is effort guided by wisdom. Earth Day reminds us that our effort matters — how we walk\, what we consume\, how we move — all of it is energy in relationship with the Earth. \nA fusion of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga styles and a soothing sound bath to support your savasana\, this class is appropriate for all levels and modifications will be offered. This event will benefit Friends of Madera Canyon in honor of Earth Day.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/earth-day-yoga/
LOCATION:Santa Rita Lodge \, Madera Canyon\, 1218 S Madera Canyon Rd\, Madera Canyon\, AZ\, 85614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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