Where's Waldo? In Gilbert, of course! The iconic children’s book character in the red-and-white-striped shirt and black-rimmed specs is visiting 23 local businesses, including Literally, a Bookshop, throughout our community this July. Anyone who wishes to participate can pick up a “Find Waldo Local in Gilbert!” stamp card, which contains the names of all the participating sites; […]
MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY.
Bring your lunch and join HD SOUTH and Literally, A Bookshop, who have partnered to host a community book club. The Book Club will meet twice a month, and the book selection will be discussed over the course of the two sessions. This month’s selection is “The Calamity Club” by Kathryn Stockett. The Calamity Club unfolds in 1933 […]
Welcome local instructor Jennifer Sherman as she shares her love of music and dance with line dancing instruction. Come join the fun with upbeat music and line-dancing steps that will boost your energy levels and enliven the spirit. Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education and has expanded her work to include movement-based […]
Join ASU professor Emeritus Duane Roen, founding coordinator for the Project for Writing and Recording Family History in the College of Integrative Science and Arts, for this unique family history workshop. In this class, a case study for researching a particular ancestor will be demonstrated in the process and the tools used to find information […]
Welcome Susan Ricci, the Executive Director of the Mesa Historical Museum as she presents “The Restoration of the American Buffalo.” This presentation explores the near extermination of the American buffalo and the remarkable efforts that brought the species back from the brink. It also highlights the deep, interdependent relationship between buffalo and Native American tribes, […]
Join HD SOUTH as we welcome certified black belt instructors from East Valley Martial Arts who will teach traditional karate to children and adults. Students experience the fun of martial arts while improving fitness and working on goals. In these mixed-age classes, adults and children will learn together. Wear comfortable work-out type clothing and closed-toe […]
Kids ages seven and older, teens, and adults are invited to join certified black belt instructors from East Valley Martial Arts to learn and brush-up on self-defense. Instructors are caring professionals experienced at teaching both kids and adults the life protection arts. Physical techniques for protecting oneself will be covered, as well as “street smarts” […]
Welcome instructor Janice Motoike as she shares this unique health and wellness program where attendees will have the opportunity to learn about Taoist Tai Chi arts using some of the 108 movements in their unique set. Attendees will experience how a regular tai chi practice provides a positive impact on body, mind, and spirit. Whether […]
Play musical instruments from around the world with ASU Professors Emeritus Duane and Maureen Roen. In this fun and interactive musical workshop, learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from items found around the home. The workshop will end with a brief concert performance alongside Duane and Maureen. All supplies are provided. Ages […]