Water Use It Wisely

Glendale – More than Monarchs
2026-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Phoenix) | Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Did you know that Arizona is home to over 330 species of butterflies? Expand your knowledge of the nectar-rich plants the depend on for food and the host plants necessary for completing their life cycle. Learn how to build a garden space that attracts a variety of butterflies from Shauna Dempsey.

Goodyear - Pruning Desert Trees and Plants
2026-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodyear Georgia T Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, Arizona, 85395, United States
An attendee-favorite course on how best to maintain your desert plants for beauty and water efficiency.
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Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Water Saving Strategies for the Desert Garden
2026-10-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Join author and horticulturist Noelle Johnson, “AZ Plant Lady,” as she shares practical strategies for creating a beautiful, low-water landscape. Learn how to reduce outdoor water use—often the biggest portion of household consumption—through smart plant choices, soil improvement, microclimates, rain harvesting, and more. Leave with actionable tips to conserve water while maintaining a thriving desert garden.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Mesa Shade Tree Workshop and Tree Distribution Event
2026-10-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Pioneer Park, 526 E Main St, Mesa, AZ, 85203, United States
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM
Event is at the SW Field. Parking is located at the Park-and-Ride lot off of N. Lesueur.
Pioneer Park, 526 E Main St, 85203
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll visit educational stations on how to select, plant, and care for your tree. Once you’ve completed the stations, you’ll choose your two free shade trees to take home. All in one day.
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Scottsdale - I Have a Leak! Where do I Start?
2026-10-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Scottsdale – Mustang Library, 10101 N 90th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258, United States
Date: Tuesday, October 27th, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 2:00pm
Location: Mustang Library
Scottsdale Water Conservation Staff will go through the process of reading your water meter and using it to find and isolate any leaks that may be on a property. Attendees will also learn how to catch leaks early on using WaterSmart.
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Peoria - Fun with Succulents
2026-10-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
All cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are cacti! Succulents come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors – perfect for desert landscapes. Our desert horticulture expert will share varieties of succulents and cacti that can be star features in your landscape.
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Chandler - Worm Composting for Beginners
2026-10-28 18:00 - 19:30 | City of Chandler Hamilton Library, 3700 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, 85248, United States
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
6 – 7:30 p.m.

Hamilton Library

3700 S. Arizona Ave.
Chandler, AZ 85248
Presented by Adam Dulberg
Learn how to turn kitchen scraps into garden gold with the help of worms in this hands-on vermicomposting workshop. Vermicompost is a great way to reduce household waste while efficiently feeding your garden or landscape. This class will cover everything you need to know to start and manage a healthy worm bin at home, including bin setup, care, and troubleshooting in our desert climate.
You’ll see a working bin up close and leave with the knowledge and confidence to immediately start making and using vermicompost at home!
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Scottsdale - All About Rebates
2026-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E Vía Linda, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258, United States
Date: Thursday, October 29th, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Via Linda Senior Center
In this class, Scottsdale Water Conservation staff will explain Scottsdale’s rebates, for both residents and HOA’s. Learn how to save water and earn money through our rebates!
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Glendale – Plant Watering & Pruning
2026-11-05 18:00 - 22:00 | City of Glendale Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale, AZ, 85308, United States
Did you know that hyper pruning or shearing increases a plant’s water needs? Understand the meaning of watering deeply and infrequently. Embrace proper pruning practices that will prolong a plant’s lifespan, increase flowering, and reduce water consumption. Learn proper watering and pruning techniques with Master Gardener and Landscaper, George Reconco, with Native Landscape & Garden.

Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Drip System Maintenance and Operation
2026-11-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Discover the secrets to maintaining your drip irrigation system with a local expert! Learn the essential techniques and best practices for ensuring optimal water usage and minimal waste.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Peoria - Designing for the Desert
2026-11-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
A successful desert landscape starts with a thoughtful plan. Join a local landscape architect to learn best practices for designing a landscape that thrives in the desert. Explore real examples, including three Peoria-specific designs, and gain ideas you can use to create a beautiful, water-efficient outdoor space.
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Scottsdale’s Water Supply
2026-11-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Scottsdale – Mustang Library, 10101 N 90th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258, United States
Date: Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Time: 11:00 – 1:00pm
Location: Mustang Library
Attend this workshop to learn more about Scottsdale’s water portfolio and find out where our water comes from. This course will cover long-term water supply preparedness.
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Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Tour
2026-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden, 5401 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85250, United States
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 12:00 PM
Location: Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden
Guided walking tour through Scottsdale’s demonstration garden. It’s the perfect way to see how desert-friendly landscaping can be both stunning and simple!
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Buckeye - Caring for Cacti and Succulents
2026-12-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Coyote Library – Buckeye, 21699 W Yuma Rd #116, Buckeye, 85326, United States
Discover how best to care for these tough, unique desert beauties in Arizona.
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Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Citrus Clinic
2027-01-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Cultivating backyard fruit in the desert can be challenging. However, with knowledge and proper care, home gardeners can successfully grow citrus. Join us at this free class to learn the ins and outs of planting, pruning, watering and fertilizing, as well as simple pest and disease diagnosis and care from a local expert.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Queen Creek - Free Workshop: The Heat-Proof Desert Landscape
2027-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Hotter summers and record-breaking temperatures are taking a toll on desert landscapes. In this class, horticulturist and author Noelle Johnson (“AZ Plant Lady”) shares practical strategies for creating a heat-resilient garden. Learn how to identify signs of heat stress, reduce reflected heat around your home, and discover her top picks for “heat-proof” plants that thrive in extreme desert conditions.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Pruning & Maintaining Your Landscape
2027-03-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Trees and shrubs are the most essential living elements of your landscape. Join us for this free class taught by a local expert and learn the basics of pruning to keep your investments healthy, functional and looking great!
You will learn the art and science of good pruning at this workshop, including:

How to prune young trees for good structure
The five types of pruning and when to use them
How to avoid the two worst pruning mistakes

You will leave this class ready to prune your trees and shrubs confidently and effectively.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE

Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Butterfly Gardening in the Desert
2027-04-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Discover how to turn your desert garden into a butterfly haven! In this class, horticulturist and author Noelle Johnson (“AZ Plant Lady”) will teach you how to attract butterflies using the four key elements of a butterfly-friendly landscape. Learn about local species, the best plants to support them, and simple design tips to create a colorful, pollinator-friendly space. Perfect for gardeners of all levels!
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE
