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SUMMARY:Barrio Stories
DESCRIPTION:Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration \nNovember 12–15\, 2026 \nTucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza \nFor ten years\, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories\, memories\, and\nlived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold\, professional theater rooted in\ncommunity. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of\nthe traditions and communities that continue to shape Tucson.\nThe program features plays by Chanel Bragg\, Lydia Otero\, Milta Ortiz\, Marc David Pinate\,\nElaine Romero\, Veronica Weatherbie\, and Martín Zimmerman\, directed by Julian\nCardenas. \nAlong with live theater\, audiences can explore heritage workshops and demonstrations\, a\nBarrio museum exhibit\, Barrio Viejo tours\, and daily concerts throughout the celebration.\nThere’s no way to experience everything happening at Barrio Stories—and that’s part of the\nadventure. Think of it as a cultural adventure park: choose the experiences that call to you\, or\nsimply go with the flow and discover what you discover along the way.\nRegular admission is a $25 suggested donation. \nVIP access is available exclusively with a Borderlands Theater Season Pass. Season Pass\nholders receive parking\, a Barrio Viejo tour\, reserved seating\, and entry to the celebration — plus\ntwo more Season 40 productions at 20% off.\nExperience tradition as treasure in Barrio Stories like you’ve never seen it before.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/barrio-stories/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:Tucson Convention Center\, 260 S Church Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,History,Performing Arts,Tours,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="borderlands theater":MAILTO:Milta@borderlandstheater.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261116T160000
DTSTAMP:20261020T215538Z
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SUMMARY:Barrio Stories
DESCRIPTION:Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration \nNovember 12–15\, 2026 \nTucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza \nFor ten years\, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories\, memories\, and\nlived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold\, professional theater rooted in\ncommunity. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of\nthe traditions and communities that continue to shape Tucson.\nThe program features plays by Chanel Bragg\, Lydia Otero\, Milta Ortiz\, Marc David Pinate\,\nElaine Romero\, Veronica Weatherbie\, and Martín Zimmerman\, directed by Julian\nCardenas. \nAlong with live theater\, audiences can explore heritage workshops and demonstrations\, a\nBarrio museum exhibit\, Barrio Viejo tours\, and daily concerts throughout the celebration.\nThere’s no way to experience everything happening at Barrio Stories—and that’s part of the\nadventure. Think of it as a cultural adventure park: choose the experiences that call to you\, or\nsimply go with the flow and discover what you discover along the way.\nRegular admission is a $25 suggested donation. \nVIP access is available exclusively with a Borderlands Theater Season Pass. Season Pass\nholders receive parking\, a Barrio Viejo tour\, reserved seating\, and entry to the celebration — plus\ntwo more Season 40 productions at 20% off.\nExperience tradition as treasure in Barrio Stories like you’ve never seen it before.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/barrio-stories/2026-11-13/
LOCATION:Tucson Convention Center\, 260 S Church Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,History,Performing Arts,Tours,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="borderlands theater":MAILTO:Milta@borderlandstheater.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T110000
DTSTAMP:20261106T232834Z
CREATED:20261020T185416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T232834Z
UID:10008492-1794643200-1794654000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Days of Connection at Rillito Creek and Rio Vista Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Days of Connection along the Rillito at Rio Vista Natural Resource Park! November Day of Connection will be taking place at Rio Vista Park and the Rillito Creek right next door to Tucson Village Farm. \nOn Saturday\, November 14th between 8am-11am join Tucson Clean and Beautiful\, Friends of Rio Vista Park\, Pima County\, Tucson Bird Alliance\, Pima County Co-op Extension\, United Way and other partners as we come together to celebrate connection along our waterways through a day of fun\, stewardship and connecting with nature and community! \n\n7AM – Early Bird Walk and Stewardship\, Event Set-up\n\n\n8AM- Grounding and Welcome\n\n\n8:30AM- Days of Connection Activities\n\n\n10AM – Days of Connection Panel: Touching Dirt – The holistic benefits of getting outdoors and getting our hands dirty\n\n\n11AM – Gratitudes and Impact Report!\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/days-of-connection-at-rillito-creek-and-rio-vista-park/
LOCATION:Rio Vista Natural Resource Park\, 3974 N Tucson Blvd\, Tucson\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20261020T000433Z
CREATED:20261016T193445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T000433Z
UID:10008468-1794646800-1794657600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Inside and Outside
DESCRIPTION:The Oro Valley Historical Society is opening more of our collection in the Pusch House Museum to the community and keeping it available all year long. Stroll through our exhibits\, revisit your favorites\, and experience Oro Valley history at your own pace.  Self-guided tours are free with donations gratefully accepted to help us keep Oro Valley history alive. \nAnd today\, take a stroll around the Ranch with our naturalist who will share stories about the geology\, geography\, plants\, and wildlife of our area during a gentle one-hour long tour.  Tours leave from the Pusch House Museum at 9:15 and 10:30 a.m.\, and end in the Society-maintained Heritage Garden where you can join archaeologists from the Old Pueblo Archaeology Center for an engaging look at the ancient cultures of Southern Arizona. Watch stone tools take shape through flintknapping\, learn about traditional crafts\, and explore a replica Hohokam pit house while uncovering the history of the Sonoran Desert.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/inside-and-outside/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T130000
DTSTAMP:20261028T235625Z
CREATED:20261028T235625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T235625Z
UID:10008583-1794650400-1794661200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:HISTORY IN THE PARK
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can enjoy historic demonstrations\, displays\, and hands-on activities for the entire family. Visitors will get a glimpse into what life was like for the Fort Lowell soldiers\, Apache Scouts\, and their families\, as well as other people living in nearby Tucson \nIn November\, join us for a park-wide scavenger hunt!\nRumors persist that some of the money from the Wham payroll robbery is hidden somewhere in Fort Lowell Park. Use the clues to try to locate the money that has been missing since 1889!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/history-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Fort Lowell Museum\, 2900 N Craycroft Rd\, Tucson\, 85712\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Youth Programming
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Lowell Museum":MAILTO:gingert@tucsonpresidio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T223611Z
CREATED:20260519T211300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T223611Z
UID:10007782-1794650400-1794675600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Wine Founder's Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Arizona Wine Founder’s Day Festival! Join us on November 14th\, 2026\, from 10 am-5 pm\, for a day of fun\, wine\, and celebration at 290 Elgin Canelo Rd. Get ready to taste the latest releases from our local wineries\, enjoy live music\, and savor delicious food from our vendors. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to discover new favorites and mingle with fellow wine enthusiasts.\nFor more information\, please visit this link. \nBuy tickets here.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/arizona-wine-founders-day-festival/
LOCATION:Sonoita Vineyards\, 290 Elgin Canelo Rd.\, Elgin\, A\, 85611-8001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sonoita Vineyards":MAILTO:winery@sonoitavineyards.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T190626Z
CREATED:20260416T190626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T190626Z
UID:10006804-1794654000-1794657600@santacruzheritage.org
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/2026-11-14/
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:20261114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261117T160000
DTSTAMP:20261020T215538Z
CREATED:20261005T233453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T215538Z
UID:10008084-1794654000-1794931200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Barrio Stories
DESCRIPTION:Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration \nNovember 12–15\, 2026 \nTucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza \nFor ten years\, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories\, memories\, and\nlived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold\, professional theater rooted in\ncommunity. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of\nthe traditions and communities that continue to shape Tucson.\nThe program features plays by Chanel Bragg\, Lydia Otero\, Milta Ortiz\, Marc David Pinate\,\nElaine Romero\, Veronica Weatherbie\, and Martín Zimmerman\, directed by Julian\nCardenas. \nAlong with live theater\, audiences can explore heritage workshops and demonstrations\, a\nBarrio museum exhibit\, Barrio Viejo tours\, and daily concerts throughout the celebration.\nThere’s no way to experience everything happening at Barrio Stories—and that’s part of the\nadventure. Think of it as a cultural adventure park: choose the experiences that call to you\, or\nsimply go with the flow and discover what you discover along the way.\nRegular admission is a $25 suggested donation. \nVIP access is available exclusively with a Borderlands Theater Season Pass. Season Pass\nholders receive parking\, a Barrio Viejo tour\, reserved seating\, and entry to the celebration — plus\ntwo more Season 40 productions at 20% off.\nExperience tradition as treasure in Barrio Stories like you’ve never seen it before.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/barrio-stories/2026-11-14/
LOCATION:Tucson Convention Center\, 260 S Church Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,History,Performing Arts,Tours,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="borderlands theater":MAILTO:Milta@borderlandstheater.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261114T150000
DTSTAMP:20261020T184125Z
CREATED:20261020T184125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T184125Z
UID:10008489-1794664800-1794668400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Jack Talks Lecture Series: Spanish History of Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Time & Location\n\n\nNov 14\, 2026\, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nTubac Presidio Schoolhouse\, 1 Burruel St\, Tubac\, AZ 85646\, USA \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nJoin the Tubac Presidio as Jack shares with everyone the interesting story of the Spanish frontier’s expansion north up into this area where we live.  It will include the fascinating stories of Coronado\, Father Kino\, Juan Batista de Anza and the establishment of the presidios at Tubac and Tucson; why they were here\, how the Spanish dealt with the Apaches\, how the Americans acquired this land\, why the Southern Arizona border goes up to Yuma instead of straight to the Gulf of California\, how Tucson and Arizona got their names\, and much more.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/jack-talks-lecture-series-spanish-history-of-arizona/
LOCATION:Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum\, 1 Burruel St\, #1296\, Tubac\, A\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lectures
ORGANIZER;CN="Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum":MAILTO:assistant@tubacpresidio.org
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