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AmeriCorps opportunities for grads
Please see attached flyer for information on the opportunity for graduating seniors to join AmeriCorps and serve at the Arts for All preschool or summer arts camp. AmeriCorps members work 45-50 hours per week, receive a living allowance of $5,900 and upon completion are eligible for an education award of $2,775.
Mujeres Writing Conference
The Sowing the Seeds writers’ group is presenting a Mujeres Writing Conference, “Remembrance: Writing Memoir,” on Saturday, May 26. See attached flyer.
Grand Canyon U weekend classes and STEM grants
Grand Canyon University has launched a new Partners in Learning, Leading & Serving Mini-Grant Program for projects in science, technology, engineering and/or math. Awards range from $500 to $5,000. The deadline to submit proposals is June 13, 2012. See attached flyer and application.
Grand Canyon University is also offering weekend classes in Tucson. See attached information.
Free sports physicals for high school students
The University of Arizona Medical Center Sports Medicine Physician Offices will be offering free sports physicals for high school students. No appointment necessary.
Saturday, July 28 - 8 a.m. -12 p.m.
Sports Medicine Physician Offices
2800 E. Ajo Way, Suite 200
Questions? Call 874-9700. More »
Summer Grrrls Project for girls 12-14
Go Grrrls and TECHgyrls workshops Mondays, 5 – 7 p.m. June 11 – July 30 at Child & Family Resources, 2800 E. Broadway. A parent information session takes place Monday, May 28, 5 – 6 p.m. at Child & Family Resources. For info, call 881-8940 or email grrrls@cfraz.org
Dog Days in the Desert summer camp programs for kids
It’s time once again to register for the Humane Society of Southern Arizona’s summer programs! Dog Days in the Desert provide children with in-depth, hands-on education about animal care and the human-animal bond. More »
Healthy heart seminar
"The Heart of the Matter: Keeping Your Ticker in Top Shape" on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. at La Paloma Urgent Care and Physician Offices, 4001 E. Sunrise Drive (at Hacienda del Sol), presented by Northwest Medical Center. See flyer attached for info.
Call for student works of art
Imagine Greater Tucson (IGT) is looking for art created by students to feature in its materials. The art should highlight the best parts about living in Southern Arizona, in painting, drawing, collage, video – whatever the artist chooses. Prompts:
1. What makes you proud to live in Southern Arizona?
2. What will Southern Arizona be like in 10 years? More »
Summer art classes
The Drawing Studio, downtown, is offering summer classes in many visual arts areas for youth between the ages of 9 and 18. Scholarships and internships are available. For information and applications, contact STAR Academic Center teacher Roberta Lewis, robertal@susd12.org. The Drawing Studio will host an open house on Sunday, May 6, 2 – 4 p.m.
Financial Fitness Fair - Zumba classes
Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Doolen Middle School, 2400 N. Country Club. The Financial Fitness Fair will include free financial workshops, screening and enrollment for AHCCS health care and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), information on qualifying for free home repair, theft identify prevention tips and free credit reports. More »
