Wings of the Desert by Ric Nielsen
July 14-August 23
Wings of the Desert will focus on entomology and the patterns inherent in insects. The exhibit will explore nature through photography: the colors, the lines, and most of all, the beauty. Ric Nielsen, has lived in Tucson for more than 47 years, is a graduate of the University of Arizona, worked for the City of Tucson as the Art Director for 31 years, and is the Senior Graphic Designer at the University of Arizona Recreation Department. His love of nature started early in life through hikes and camping trips with his family. His father was an art teacher, and Ric believes that is where he gets his passion for art.
Opening Reception:
Sunday, July 16
2-4pm
Free and open to the public.
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday & Sunday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
Free annnual Yeshiva-style learning for men and boys. Learn with Rabbi Israel Becker and five Yeshiva students in one-on-one and group sessions, on any Jewish topic of your choice. Morning and evening sessions are available.
Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket. Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day. Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.
Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value. Discount for general admission tickets only. Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.
Drop your kids off at The J for a fun evening with friends. They will enjoy dinner, themed activities and a movie while you have a kid-free evening. Grades PreK-5
Arghhhh Matey! All sailors and pirates come dressed ready to set sail! Join us for a treasure hunt, cookie decorating and Capture the Flag! Shiver your timbers with the rest of The J crew! Yummy dinner and Pirate Booty snacks provided. Movie: Peter Pan
Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket. Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day. Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.
Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value. Discount for general admission tickets only. Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.
ShabbatLuck (Shabbat potluck dinner) for Schmooze Young Families (20s-40s). Event starts at 6 PM at private homes in Phoenix. For location, additional details, and to RSVP, visit Facebook.com/azschmooze.
Join us for a Shabbat BBQ-Cookout Friday evening @ 7:15 PM following our Chardonnay Shabbat Evening Service at 5:45 PM. With Pre Oneg at 5:00 PM.
BBQ-Cookout will run from 7:15 – 9:00 PM.
To Register or for more information please contact the Temple Emanu-el office at 520-345-4501.
Shabbat Experience at Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Road, Tucson from 9:30 am-noon. 9:30-10 am Hebrew reading for elementary school-aged children; 11 am-noon conversational Hebrew, prayers, stories, Torah reading for birth to grade 6. Also, join us for PJ Library story time. Free. 520-577-1171 or cbsaz.org.
Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket. Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day. Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.
Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value. Discount for general admission tickets only. Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.
The dinosaurs are coming…and they’re ready to party! Get ready to roar and explore at this epic night of giant fun!
Exciting Highlight: The winners of the Design-o-saur contest will be announced at 6:30 p.m. at the Zoo’s main lake.
ACTIVITIES:
- Interactive Dinosaur Meet & Greets
- Baby Velociraptor Encounter
- Mobile Fossil Dig
- Jurassic Jeep Motor Pool Photo Ops
- Mega-Awesome Animal Discoveries
- Face Painting
- Caricature Artist
- Water Slides and Foam Pit at Lakeside Lawn
- Squirt Gun Art Area
- Safari Train rides ‘til dusk *
- Camel and carousel rides *
- And more!
(Please note: Not all areas of the Zoo and animals will be available for viewing during this event.)
*Additional fees apply