activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 15
- Community Partnership Events Community Breakfast & Food EventsCo-hosts evening events with community partners such as the Rotary Club of Tubac, featuring wine, cuisine, and entertainment to foster civic collaboration and social engagement.
- December Luminaria Event Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes a December event that lights up the Historic Village with luminarias and includes treats, shopping, and music, enhancing community engagement during the holiday season.
- Día de los Muertos CelebrationOrganizes the annual Día de los Muertos celebration in Tubac, now in its 13th year, featuring a procession, altars, offerings, a bonfire finale, pop-up vendors, food trucks, face painting, live music, and DJ entertainment, centered at the Tubac Presidio State Historical Park and Museum.
- Fall Art Walk Binational Art and Cultural ExchangesOrganizes the annual Fall Art Walk, which transforms the village into an open-air gallery showcasing new works and live artistic demonstrations.
- Hawk Watch Festival Guided Environmental Field TripsHosts the annual March Hawk Watch Festival, also known as the HawkWatch Festival, featuring bird walks, exhibits, family activities, and observation of Common Black Hawks.
- Historic and Recreational Trail Promotion Outdoor Recreation Access & ActivitiesPromotes access to outdoor and historic trails including the 8-mile round-trip Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail and over 25 miles of singletrack mountain biking trails between Tubac and Green Valley, supporting heritage tourism and outdoor recreation.
- Home TourConducts a Home Tour showcasing architecture, design features, gardens, and art collections in the Tubac area, highlighting local residential culture and aesthetics.
- Host Community Events Monthly Artisan & Maker Market EventsOrganizes various community events such as a December event lighting up the Historic Village with luminarias, a Home Tour showcasing local homes and art collections, and an Open Studio Tour providing access to artists' working spaces.
- Host Día de los Muertos CelebrationOrganizes an annual Día de los Muertos celebration in Tubac, which includes a colorful procession, altars, offerings, a bonfire finale, vendors, food trucks, face painting, a DJ, and live music, primarily hosted at Tubac Presidio State Historical Park and Museum.
- Open Studio Tour Artist Studio & Gallery ToursHosts an Open Studio Tour that provides public access to artists' working spaces in Tubac and surrounding areas, fostering direct engagement with creators and their processes.
- Organize Art Walks and FestivalsOrganizes and hosts various art-focused events, including the Tubac Art Walk, the annual Fall Art Walk, and the Tubac Festival of the Arts (Arizona's oldest arts festival), which allow visitors to meet artists, view new works, and experience live demonstrations.
- Organize HawkWatch Festival Public Environmental Events & OutreachOrganizes the annual HawkWatch Festival in March, which includes bird walks, exhibits, and family activities focused on observing Common Black Hawks.
- Promote Outdoor Recreation Outdoor Recreation Access & ActivitiesPromotes outdoor recreational opportunities including the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail for hiking and over 25 miles of singletrack mountain biking trails between Tubac and Green Valley.
- Tubac Art Walk Artist Studio & Gallery ToursHosts the Tubac Art Walk, an event that allows visitors to meet artists in galleries and studios, promoting local art and cultural engagement in the historic village.
- Tubac Festival of the Arts Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts the Tubac Festival of the Arts, Arizona's longest-running and oldest arts festival, founded in 1959, showcasing visual art, performances, and local culture.
advocacy · 1
- Dark Sky Community Advocacy Dark Sky Lighting Policy & CertificationSupports and promotes Tubac’s designation as one of Arizona's International Dark Sky Communities, reflecting ongoing efforts to preserve natural night skies through responsible lighting and community awareness.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- Celebration of cultural traditions to strengthen community identity cultural_tradition_celebrationHosts Día de los Muertos celebrations rooted in the belief that spirits of loved ones return, using culturally meaningful events to honor heritage and foster community cohesion.
- Community promotion through outdoor accessibility and recreation community promotionPositions Tubac as a pedestrian, hiking, and bicycling friendly destination to attract visitors and support community well-being by emphasizing accessible outdoor activities for all ages.
- Community-Centric Outdoor Activity Promotion community_promotionThe organization promotes Tubac as an accessible and active destination by highlighting its pedestrian, hiking, and bicycling friendly infrastructure, thereby encouraging outdoor activities for all ages and fostering a healthy, engaged community.
- Cultural Tradition Celebration for Community Engagement cultural_preservationThe organization celebrates cultural traditions like Día de los Muertos, based on their inherent cultural significance, to foster community connection and preserve the unique heritage of Tubac.
- Cultural destination branding through art and history synergy cultural_destination_brandingMarkets Tubac as a unique destination where art and history intersect, leveraging local galleries and cultural landmarks to differentiate the community and attract tourism.
- Immersive Cultural and Historical Promotion immersive_cultural_promotionThe organization promotes Tubac by integrating its rich history and vibrant art scene into the daily life and landscape of the village, offering an immersive experience that extends beyond traditional museum settings and highlights cultural landmarks and art galleries.
- Immersive cultural and historical experience integration immersive_historyIntegrates history into the daily life and physical landscape of Tubac, creating an immersive experience that extends beyond traditional museum settings to engage residents and visitors organically.
- Volunteer-driven community engagement and preservation community_engagementUses volunteerism as a mechanism to connect residents, support local events and organizations, and actively preserve Tubac’s historic character.
- Volunteerism for Community and Heritage Preservation community_engagementThe organization leverages volunteering as a mechanism to foster community connection, support local events and organizations, and actively preserve the historic character of Tubac.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Featured Members Program
Highlights local businesses including art galleries, restaurants, lodging, and retail shops to promote economic activity and tourism
Visitor Information Services
Provides guidance on dining, lodging, shopping, hiking, birdwatching, and cultural attractions to enhance the visitor experience in Tubac
relationships · 63
who they work with
- Abe’s Old Tumacacori Bar Partner — Listed as a lodging/dining option in Tubac.
- Artsy Pets & Ponies Partner — Promotes Artsy Pets & Ponies, which offers handcrafted art and gifts.
- Black Dog Contemporary Art Studio Partner — Promotes Black Dog Contemporary Art Studio as a facility for local art and creative interventions.
- Blacksmith’s House Partner — Listed as a lodging option in Tubac, offering three casitas.
- Border Community Alliance Partner — A non-profit organization that bridges the border and creates community through education, cultural exchange, and social investment in the borderlands region of Southern Arizona/Sonora, Mexico.
- Border Community Alliance Partner — Non-profit organization based in Tubac, AZ, listed as a member of the Tubac Chamber of Commerce
- Border Community Alliance Partner — Ten-year-old nonprofit organization based in Tubac, listed as a chamber member
- Boys and Girls Club of Santa Cruz County Partner — Provides youth development programs and activities for youth ages 5-17 in five core areas: Education & Career Development, Character & Leadership Development, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, and Sport, Fitness & Recreation.
- Bruce Baughman Studio & Gallery Partner — Promotes Bruce Baughman Studio & Gallery, showcasing Bruce Baughman’s artistry.
- CWP Gallery & Studio Partner — Promotes CWP Gallery & Studio, featuring artist Cinda Wombles Pettigrew.
- Cactus Wren Art Gallery Partner — Promotes Cactus Wren Art Gallery, which offers a cultural blend of art from the American Southwest.
- Café Entrada Partner — Listed as a dining option in Tubac, offering a wide variety of menu items.
- Casa Blanca de Tubac Partner — Listed as a lodging option in Tubac, described as a vacation rental in historic Old Town Tubac.
- Casa Maya de Mexico Partner — Event organizer for the Tubac Día de los Muertos celebration, providing materials for decorating ofrendas, booths, and procession signage.
- Casa Paloma Bed & Breakfast Partner — Listed as a lodging option in Tubac, described as an adobe ranch home.
- Casa de la Paz Partner — Listed as a lodging option in Tubac, described as a secluded site for peace and recreation.
- Clay Hands Gallery & Studio Partner — Promotes Clay Hands Gallery & Studio as a hub for American pottery in Southern Arizona.
- Clay Rabbit House Partner — Promotes Clay Rabbit House as a studio/gallery where artists work.
- Cobalt Galleries Partner — Promotes Cobalt Galleries as a celebration of Southwest contemporary art.
- Cocina La Ley Partner — Listed as a dining option in Tubac, specializing in fresh Mexican seafood.
- Coolest Airbnb in Tubac Partner — Listed as a lodging option in Tubac, located in the historic district.
- Cowgirl Ugly Saloon Partner — Listed as a dining/nightlife option in Tubac.
- David Simons Fine Art Partner — Promotes David Simons Fine Art, featuring a self-taught artist from Tubac, Arizona.
- Donna's Salon Partner — Donna Dowodzenka of Donna's Salon helped organize the Tubac Día de los Muertos celebration for its first 11 years.
- Elvira’s Restaurant Partner — Listed as a dining option in Tubac, offering Mexican cuisine.
- Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary Partner — Rescues equines from neglect, abuse, abandonment, and slaughter, providing rehabilitation, adoption, or sanctuary, and educates about Premarin and horse slaughter.
- Friends of the Santa Cruz River Partner — Works to preserve the river’s flow, water quality, and riparian ecosystem through monitoring, education, and advocacy.
- Greater Green Valley Community Foundation Partner — Changes and enriches lives through guidance, education, and financial support to charities in the area.
- K Newby Gallery Partner — Kim Roseman of K Newby Gallery is one of the organizers of the Tubac Día de los Muertos celebration and hosts a Day of the Dead Jewelry Exhibition.
- Love Brews Partner — Hosts a Día de los Muertos Morning Celebration with mimosas, beermosas, pastries, café de olla, free face painting, and Lotería.
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