2020-02-13 11:27:46
March
Your guide to what’s happening on the home and garden front this month.
Art & Special Events
Preservation: Historic Home Tour, Mar. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Six northwest Tucson ranches open their doors to support historic preservation in our region. The ranches range from the early 1880s through the 1940s in Tucson, Oro Valley and Oracle. All proceeds will benefit the Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation. Tickets are $50 for entry to the six properties, and are available online, along with more information, at PreserveTucson.org.
Tucson Museum of Art
Exhibits:
Southwest Rising: Contemporary Art and the Legacy of Elaine
Horwitch, Feb. 29-June 21, on view in the James J. and Louise R. Glasser Galleries
Avoiding the Collapse into a Series of Major -isms: Selection of European Art from the Permanent Collection, through Sept. 6.
Oaxacan Folk Art from the Shepard Barbash and Vicki Ragan Collection, through Aug. 9, the Stonewall Foundation Gallery
Dwayne Manuel: Landslice, through June 30, Margaret E. Mooney Hall
I’m Every Woman: Representations of Women on Paper, through Sept. 6, Jon and Linda Ender Gallery
Ralph Gibson: Photographs, ongoing. Kenneth J. and Judith H. Riskind/ Patricia Carr Morgan and Peter F. Salomon Gallery
The Museum’s collection includes exhibits of American Art, Art of the American West, Contemporary Art, Folk Art of the Americas, Pre- Columbian and Spanish Colonial, Latin American Art and Modern Art. Museum Hours: Tues-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Mon. Located at 140 N. Main Ave. Contact 624-2333, or visit tucsonmuseumofart.org for further details and other events. Admission to the museum is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $7 for students 12-17; free for active military and veterans with ID, and children 12 and under.
Arizona State Museum
A History of Walls: The Borders We Build, March 5-May 9
Sorting Out Race: Examining Racial Identity and Stereotypes in Thrift Store Donations, through Feb. 29
Saving an American Treasure: An Unparalleled Collection of Anthropological Photographs, ongoing
Museum Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Closed Sun. and federal and state holidays. Adult admission $8; Seniors $6; free for students and youth 17 and under. Arizona State Museum located on the University of Arizona campus, 1013 E. University Blvd. Call (520) 621-6302 for general information or visit statemuseum. arizona.edu for information on exhibits, lectures and special events.
The University of Arizona Museum of Art
Exhibits:
Other TARGETs, through March 29
Hobby Craft: Artwork from the Arizona State Prison Complex, through March 29
Our Stories: High School Artists, through Apr. 26
American Art Gallery: 1925-1945, through May
Modern Art Gallery, starting Dec. through June
Contemporary Art Gallery, through June
Museum Hours: Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. and University holidays.
Located on the campus of the University of Arizona, 1031 N. Olive Rd. Visit www.artmuseum. arizona.edu for more information on exhibits, hours, events and education. Admission: adults, $8; $6 seniors 65+ and groups of 10 or more; museum members, students, children, military, and UA faculty and staff, free. (520) 621-7567; artmuseum.arizona.edu
Tucson Desert Art Museum
Exhibitions:
Buffalo Soldiers: The 10th Calvary Regiment Told Through the Art of David Laughlin, through June 28 Art Is the Seed: Contemporary
Female Native American Art Inspired by Traditional Crafts, through May 31
The REDress Project: Crisis of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women (MMIW), through May 31
Canyons of the Southwest: Art Show and Sale, through Mar. 27 in the Four Corners Gallery.
Sacred Walls: Native American Muralism, ongoing. The Museum celebrates the unique artistry of Native American muralists, via a large mural on the outside wall of the Museum and several floor-to-ceiling murals within the Museum by noted Native American artists.
Desert Hollywood: Celebrity Landscapes in Cinema, ongoing. Our Southwestern landscapes are the stars in many genres of film. This exhibition continues our celebration of the desert scenery that is cast in key roles in blockbuster movies. The Museum’s permanent exhibitions feature a premier collection of Native American textiles, classical and modern Southwestern paintings and photography, as well as artifacts. Open Wed.-Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. 7000 E. Tanque Verde Rd. (520) 202-3888. tucsondart.org.
Metal Arts Village
Open Studios Under the Full Moon, Mar. 9, 5-8 p.m.
Visit the numerous artists’ studios, enjoy food, beverages, entertainment and demonstrations. Check the website for classes. Metal Arts Village, 3230 N. Dodge Blvd., 975-9792, metalartsvillage.com
Gardening & Plants
Tucson Botanical Gardens
Event:
Spring Faire, Friday, Mar. 20, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Activities designed for families and children of all ages will celebrate the Renaissance period, and how it dramatically impacted our understanding of art, science and culture. The event is free with admission to the gardens.
Exhibit:
Butterfly Magic. Don’t miss this fascinating exhibit, running through the end of May 2020. Step into the Orchid Pavilion and be astounded by the stunning tropical foliage and colorful butterflies from many countries.
Classes:
How to Be An All-Star Gardener, Wed., Mar. 4, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $20 General/20% Member Discount General admission: $15 adults; $13 Student/ Senior/Military; $8 for those 4-17; 4 and under are free. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily; Thurs. and Fri. 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Register ahead for most classes online: members get 20% off price of classes — call for details. Class size is limited and prices per class vary. All events held at the TBG, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Call 326-9686, ext. 35 or visit tucsonbotanical.org for details on special events, classes, ticket prices, etc.
Tohono Chul
Exhibits:
On the Desert: The Discovery and Invention of Color, through Apr. 15, Main Gallery Home Sweet Habitat, through June 26. Thanks to a generous grand of $5,000 from TEP, Tohono Chul launched this demonstration of the creative ways to provide habitat for local, native pollinators while partnering with local artists, pollinator experts and nonprofits. Culminates in the Adopt-a-Bee Pollinator Party in June.
For all classes and workshops, call 742-6455 x 0 to register. Pre-registration is required. Tours, classes and exhibits vary by season. All proceeds benefit the park. Open daily 8-5; closed on national holidays. Adult admission $15; seniors $13; student and active military $13; children 5-12 $6; under 5, free. Located at 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. Visit tohonochul.org for more information and fees.
Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson
Events:
Tea Ceremony, Mar. 1, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join a master devoted to the art and spirituality of “The Way of Tea” to learn about one of Japan’s most distinctive rituals. $25; $15 members
Enchanted Evenings, Mar. 26-28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Stroll the Gardens lit with glowing lanterns while listening to evocative recorded Japanese folk melodies. $15 adults, $5 children 3-15 Covering three quarters of an acre in central Tucson, Yume Japanese Gardens comprises five traditional visions of landscape. As a cultural meeting point, Yume maintains a museum with permanent and temporary exhibits of Japanese art and handcrafts, an art gallery and a gift shop. Open Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m., weather permitting. General Admission: $13 Adults; $10 Seniors; $9 Students & Military with ID; $6 Children 3-15; Free, children 2 and under. 2130 N. Alvernon, (520) 303-3945. www.yumegardens.org
Pima County Cooperative Extension The Garden Kitchen
For cooking classes, check their website, listed below, and click on the link for Hands-On Cooking Classes. Check out “Around the World Dumplings Hands-on Cooking Class,” Mar. 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The Garden Kitchen is a nutrition education program established in partnership with the City of South Tucson, Pima County, the University of Arizona and the Pima County Cooperative Extension. The program offers seed-to-table gardening and cooking education, from growing and purchasing to preparing and storing. Located at 2205 S. 4th Ave. Log onto thegardenkitchen.org for more information.
Pima County Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Event:
21st Annual Master Gardener Home Garden Tour, Apr. 4, 9 a.m.
Seminar:
Mar. 21, Salvias and Hummingbirds with Toni Moore.
Check website for other Seminar information. Seminars held in the Food Safety Auditorium at the UA Campus Agricultural Center, 4181 N. Campbell Ave. $10/person, cash and checks only. No preregistration necessary.
Tours of the Demonstration Gardens: every Wednesday and Saturday of each month, except in January, near major holidays or in bad weather. Tours run 9-10 a.m., 4210 N. Campbell Ave. Groups of 8 or more should call ahead at 626-5161. Meet near the door to the plant clinic. extension.arizona.edu/pima-master-gardeners
Arizona Native Plant Society, Tucson Chapter
Monthly meetings and evening programs are held on the second Thursday of the month, Sept.-May, 7 p.m. City of Tucson Ward 6 Office, 3202 E. 1st St. aznps.com
Rose Society of Tucson
Monthly Meetings: 1st Tues. of every month (except July & Aug.) at Tucson Botanical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Liz Strong, lizzie441@comcast.net, or visit rosesocietyoftucson.org.
Southern Arizona Koi Association, Inc.
Monthly Meetings: 4th Sunday of each month at various members’ ponds. For more information, visit sakoia.org or call 390-0879.
Tucson Area Iris Society
Monthly Meeting: Sat., Mar. 14, 1 p.m., Murphy- Wilmot Library, 530 N. Wilmot Rd. 594-5420. The topic will be photographing flowers. For more information, contact irisgrowinaz@gmail.com or check tucsoniris.org
Tucson Cactus & Succulent Society
General Meeting: First Thursday of each month at 7 p.m., at Sky Islands Public High School, 6000 E. 14th St. tucsoncactus.org
Tucson Garden Club
Monthly Meeting: Held the third Wednesday of the month Oct.-April in the Atria Community Room, 10 a.m., 5549 E. Pima Way. Focuses on flower design and education in horticulture. 886-7937. tucsongardenclub.com
Tucson Orchid Society
Monthly Meeting: 3rd Wed. of the month (except Dec.), 7 p.m. Tucson Gem and Mineral Society Building, 3727 E. Blacklidge Rd. 749-1142. orchidsocietytucson.com
Tucson Organic Gardeners
Tues., Mar. 17: “Gardening in Small Spaces” presented by Tony Sarah from Magic Garden Nursery.
Monthly Meeting: 3rd Tues. of every month — Sept.-April. Doors open at 6 p.m., meeting starts about 6:30 p.m., at St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 3809 E. 2nd St. (Meetings are held in the Knox Room, accessed from the 3rd Street parking lot.) For more information, visit tucsonorganicgardeners.org
To submit your home and garden event or workshop, contact Anne Kellogg at anne@tucsonlifestyle.com.
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