BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Water Use It Wisely - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Water Use It Wisely REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTSTAMP:20250712T222629 CREATED:20230329T222836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T222837Z UID:14346-1680307200-1682899199@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Mayors Challenge For Water Conservation DESCRIPTION:Take the Pledge! \nMy Water Pledge is a friendly competition throughout the month of April between cities across the US to see who can be the most “water-wise.” Mayors nationwide will challenge their residents to conserve water\, energy and other natural resources on behalf of their city through a series of informative\, easy-to-use pledges online. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/mayors-challenge-for-water-conservation/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T110000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222629 CREATED:20230105T171836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T205120Z UID:14214-1680341400-1680346800@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Chandler – Watering Schedules: When and How Long to Water DESCRIPTION:When in drought\, conserve! Starting with your outdoor watering. Learn how much\, how often\, and how long you should water based on the type of plants within your landscape. This class will help you determine a proper watering schedule so you’re not overwatering or underwatering. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/watering-schedules-when-and-how-long-to-water/ LOCATION:City of Chandler Hamilton Library\, 3700 S Arizona Ave\, Chandler\, 85248\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="City of Chandler":MAILTO:tiffany.yand@chandleraz.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T110000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222629 CREATED:20230113T194529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T194546Z UID:14236-1680341400-1680346800@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Peoria – Designing for the Desert – Landscape Conversions DESCRIPTION:Desert landscapes are unique and offer an abundance of different design options. Looking to lower your \nwater use by reducing grass and adding more desert adapted plants? Our landscape architect will talk \nabout xeriscape principals and some tips and ideas for designing your desert and water friendly oasis. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/peoria-designing-for-the-desert-landscape-conversions/ LOCATION:Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center\, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd.\, Peoria\, AZ\, 85381\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T110000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222629 CREATED:20230315T162741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T205059Z UID:14304-1680343200-1680346800@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Surprise - Home Water Audits DESCRIPTION:April is Water Awareness Month!  Celebrate with us by learning some simple tips and tricks to save water both inside and outside of your home. We’ll also explore your home water footprint using a fun online tool! \nTo register\, please visit our Water Conservation website.  URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/surprise-home-water-audits/ LOCATION:Surprise Water Education Center\, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza (north side of the Surprise City Hall Campus)\, Suprise\, 85374\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="City of Surprise":MAILTO:Sandra.Hurlbut@surpriseaz.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230405T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230405T193000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222629 CREATED:20230315T192746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T211957Z UID:14305-1680717600-1680723000@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Surprise - HOA Landscape Management (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:Irrigation Specialist Dave Pratt will lead a class designed for HOA Boards\, Landscape Committees\, and Property Managers.  This presentation will give participants an understanding of how to work with contractors to manage your irrigation system and how to hold them accountable for water usage. \nTo receive the Cisco Webex link for this class\, please email Sandra Hurlbut at: Sandra.Hurlbut@surpriseaz.gov \n  URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/surprise-hoa-landscape-management-virtual-class/ LOCATION:Surprise Water Education Center\, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza (north side of the Surprise City Hall Campus)\, Suprise\, 85374\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="City of Surprise":MAILTO:Sandra.Hurlbut@surpriseaz.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230411T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230411T193000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230105T172110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T205128Z UID:14215-1681236000-1681241400@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Chandler – How to Make a Cactus and Succulent Garden DESCRIPTION:Get familiar with a wide variety of cacti & succulents that will complement your desert landscape. These plants are drought tolerant\, and low maintenance\, yet provide a range of color\, texture\, and size. Learn how to choose what’s best for your landscape design to maximize your garden’s aesthetic and how to maintain them for the years to come. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/how-to-make-a-cactus-and-succulent-garden/ LOCATION:City of Chandler Downtown Library\, 22 S Delaware St\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="City of Chandler":MAILTO:tiffany.yand@chandleraz.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T130000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230329T222350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T222350Z UID:14345-1681549200-1681563600@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Earth Day at Phoenix Zoo DESCRIPTION:“Spring into action” at the Phoenix Zoo as we explore ways to connect with nature and our pollinator friends while creating a better world for all creatures great and small. Activities include themed stations\, a DJ dance party\, bag-making\, and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Phoenix Zoo \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Standard Pricing \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/earth-day-at-phoenix-zoo/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T133000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230217T193529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T193529Z UID:14271-1681549200-1681565400@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Glendale Water Awareness Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for a timely discussion about the city of Glendale’s water resources\, Drought Management Plan and stormwater\, led by our Water Services Department. This free\, family-friendly event will also include crafts for the kids\, desert-wise landscape classes for the adults\, water conservation resources and a plant/seed exchange. Glendale cares about the water we share! \nFor full event schedule and registration\, please visit https://bit.ly/GLSClasses. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/glendale-water-awareness-day/ LOCATION:Glendale Main Library\, 5959 W Brown St\, Glendale\, Arizona\, 85302 CATEGORIES:Workshops,family event ORGANIZER;CN="City of Glendale":MAILTO:JToms@glendaleaz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T113000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230112T173236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T173236Z UID:14230-1681552800-1681558200@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Glendale - Pruning Trees & Shrubs DESCRIPTION:Proper pruning is essential to keep trees and shrubs healthy\, functional\, and attractive. Jonathan Manning\, certified Arborist and local Nurseryman\, will cover pruning cuts\, how to prune young trees for optimal structure\, an common mistakes. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/glendale-pruning-trees-shrubs/ LOCATION:Glendale Main Library\, 5959 W Brown St\, Glendale\, Arizona\, 85302 CATEGORIES:Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="City of Glendale":MAILTO:JToms@glendaleaz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T120000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20220804T205358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205358Z UID:14032-1681552800-1681560000@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Tempe - Tour the Garden - Tree Planting for Success and Arbor Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Visit the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden\, at Tempe Women’s Club Park\, to learn about the Seven Principles of Xeriscape and watch a tree planting demonstration by Tempe’s Urban Forester. The Tempe Public Library will also be on site with various resources and seeds from the seed library.  URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/tempe-tour-the-garden-tree-planting-for-success-and-arbor-day-celebration/ LOCATION:Tempe Women’s Club Park\, 1265 N. College Ave.\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="City of Tempe":MAILTO:conservation@tempe.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230415T140000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230329T220009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T220009Z UID:14338-1681552800-1681567200@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Celebrate Mesa Spring 2023 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mesa and all it has to offer at this FREE family festival! Some of the fun family activities include: \n\nLive Entertainment\nMain Stage: Coming Soon\nFREE Bounce Houses and Kids Games\nLiving Green Village\nFood Trucks\n\nLocation: Pioneer Park\n526 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ 85203 URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/celebrate-mesa-spring-2023/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230419T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230419T190000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230105T172248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T163558Z UID:14216-1681927200-1681930800@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Chandler – Landscape Design: Basic Yard Makeover DESCRIPTION:For people planning on removing grass\, or for those wanting to redesign their landscape. Learn how to design a more coherent landscape\, especially in the areas where grass has been removed. Learn how to convert your sprinkler system to a drip system and how to create a theme in your landscape. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/landscape-design-basic-yard-makeover/ LOCATION:City of Chandler Downtown Library\, 22 S Delaware St\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="City of Chandler":MAILTO:tiffany.yand@chandleraz.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T120000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230329T221354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T221354Z UID:14342-1682154000-1682164800@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Chandler Earth Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Show Mother Earth some love and do a world of good. Discover ways to live an eco-friendly lifestyle through crafts\, activities\, and information booths featuring a variety of organizations promoting “green” products\, conservation\, and sustainability. \n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nChandler Nature Center\n\n\n\n4050 E. Chandler Heights Road\nChandler\, AZ 85249 \n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/chandler-earth-day-celebration/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T130000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230329T220554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T220554Z UID:14340-1682154000-1682168400@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Carefree - Earth Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:In honor of Earth Day\, the Town of Carefree\, Arizona will host a free community event. This FREE\, family-friendly event will feature live presentations\, hands-on activities\, information on birds\, reptiles and plants native to our area\, and water management. You do not want to miss this fun\, engaging\, informative day!  \nLocation: Sanderson Ford Pavilion at Carefree Town Center (outdoors)  \nCost: Free  URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/carefree-earth-day-celebration/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T140000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230329T221050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T221050Z UID:14341-1682154000-1682172000@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Earth Day Extravaganza 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join Green Living Magazine and the City of Phoenix as we celebrate Earth Day Extravaganza to support our ongoing efforts to spotlight the impact of climate disasters and help our event-goers learn what actions they can take to minimize the effects. Enjoy exhibits\, entertainment\, live demos\, live music\, and more! \n\n\n\n\nLOCATION: \nHeritage Square Park \n\n\n115 N 6th St\, Phoenix\, AZ 85004\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/earth-day-extravaganza-2023/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T140000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230329T221831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T221831Z UID:14343-1682154000-1682172000@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Tucson - Earth Day \ History and Ecology of Acequias in the Sonoran Desert DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of Earth Day that focuses on water resources and the tradition of canals\, or acequias\, in local traditions. The day will feature talks by ethnoecologist Jesus Garcia\, Tohono O’odham Language and Culture Instructor Gacelle Ramon-Sauberan\, ethnohistorian Michael Brescia and biologist and artist Dennis Caldwell. \nThere will also be science activities for youth led by science teacher Elena Martin and Aquatic Conservation student Andrew Mayer\, aided by the Mission Garden education team and other educators in the community. \nLocation: \nMission Garden’s Placita (kitchen area) \n946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ 85745 \nPrice: FREE\, with a suggested donation at the garden gate URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/tucson-earth-day-history-and-ecology-of-acequias-in-the-sonoran-desert/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230429T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230429T110000 DTSTAMP:20250712T222630 CREATED:20230113T194752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T195628Z UID:14237-1682760600-1682766000@wateruseitwisely.com SUMMARY:Peoria – Tree Benefits – How to Protect Your Landscape Trees DESCRIPTION:Urban trees clean air\, offer stormwater protection\, increase property values\, and reduce home energy \ncosts. Trees are a wonderful investment to your property and their value gets higher the longer they live. \nProtect your tree investment by providing the proper care for our desert region. An arborist and landscape \nexpert will dive into the benefits of trees and how to care for and protect them in your landscape. URL:https://wateruseitwisely.com/event/peoria-tree-benefits-how-to-protect-your-landscape-trees/ LOCATION:Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center\, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd.\, Peoria\, AZ\, 85381\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR