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.
Learn this ancient yet modern language from a native Hebrew speaker, Sara Golan-Mussman.
The course will focus on conversation, grammar, and Israeli culture for students who have prior knowledge of Hebrew reading and writing.
July 20-August 24
Thursdays, 3-4 pm
$70 / $60 members
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.
Let’s Eat Mature Mavens Dinner
Thurs., July 20 – 5 p.m.
Meet for dinner, socialize and make new friends. Dinner is separate checks. Please contact Bunneye at 602.371.3744 for current schedule of restaurants and to reserve your place.
Artist Ric Nielsen will provide a tour of his exhibition, Wings of the Desert. 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.
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.
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.
S.T.E.A.M. Sundays at the Children’s Museum Tucson, 200 S 6th Ave., Tucson. Features S.T.E.A.M.-based (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) educational programming on Sundays, with reduced admission all day of only $3 per person. 520-792-9985 or childrensmuseumtucson.org.
Jcation Staycation Summer Splash Series
Sundays, July 9, 16, 23 & 30 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Grab your towel and spend the afternoon at The J. Two sparkling pools – Fun theme each week – Live DJ – Kids’ activities – Fitness classes – Rockwall – Splash pad and so much more! Everyone welcome! Members and children under 2: Free. Adult guests: $3; Children over 2: $2. For more information, visit vosjcc.org/summersplash.