Water Use It Wisely

Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Basic Yard Makeover
2026-04-18 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix) | Town of Queen Creek Library, 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Ready to turn your backyard into a serene retreat or a haven for kids and pets? Join our free class led by a local expert. Learn simple, practical steps to transform your plain grass yard into a vibrant, water-efficient outdoor sanctuary. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned landscaper, discover valuable insights and fresh ideas to elevate your outdoor space!
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required. Register today!
Have questions? Please contact our Water Conservation Specialist at 480-358‑3423 or Robert.Etchamendy@QueenCreekAZ.gov.

For more information about the Town’s water conservation efforts, visit QueenCreekAZ.gov/ReduceTheUse.

Tempe - Rainwater Harvesting
2026-04-18 09:30 - 10:30 | Tempe Public Library, 3500 S Rural Rd. Tempe, AZ 85282, 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, Arizona, 85282, United States
Learn how to harvest rainwater and apply simple practices to water your landscape using this method. The workshop will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Road.
Click here to register for a workshop

Peoria - Small Desert Trees
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
Want to learn more about small desert trees? In this free class we will discuss:
Which trees?
Are they messy?
How much water?
SPACE IS LIMITED! To register, call 623.773.7137 or visit www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace and select Adult Specialty Classes.

Gilbert - Watering 101
2026-04-22 09:00 - 10:30 | Trilogy at Power Ranch – The Ballroom, 4369 E Village Pkwy, Gilbert, AZ 85298, Gilbert, AZ, 85298, United States
Have you been hearing a lot about drought and water shortage? Come learn how Gilbert has prepared for these conditions and is still able to grow because of our diverse and resilient water portfolio. Also, you will get to see how water is treated, recycled, and saved at our water, wastewater, and recharge facilities.
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Glendale - Earth-Friendly Gardening
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Work with the forces of nature to create an attractive, wildlife-friendly garden that will thrive in our desert climate. Learn about the importance of proper plant selection, watering, mulch, maintenance and more from Water Conservation Specialist Anne Stahley.

Scottsdale - Xeriscape Garden Tour
2026-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Chaparral Park, 5401 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, 85250, United States
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! The walking tour may be up to two miles. Please meet in front of the restrooms between Softball Fields 1 & 2 (see star on map). Bring water, a hat and sunscreen.
REGISTER HERE
Chaparral Park, meet at softball fields.
(Xeriscape Garden)

Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Butterfly Gardening in the Desert
2026-04-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Town of Queen Creek Library, 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, 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 today!
Have questions? Please contact our Water Conservation Specialist at 480-358‑3423 or Robert.Etchamendy@QueenCreekAZ.gov.
For more information about the Town’s water conservation efforts, visit QueenCreekAZ.gov/ReduceTheUse.

Chandler - Watering, Simple as 1, 2, 3
2026-04-25 10:00 - 11:30 | City of Chandler Nature Center, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Road, Chandler, AZ, 85249, United States
Unsure how much water your plants need? Learn from an irrigation expert about how much, how often, and how long you should water based on the type of plants in your landscape. This class will cover helpful tools and tips to help you create an efficient watering schedule that supports plant health and water conservation.
Register HERE

Peoria - Summer-ize Your Home
2026-05-02 09:00 - 11:30 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
Want to learn more about summer-izing your home? In this free class we will discuss:
How to save energy?
How to save money?
Will it be difficult?
SPACE IS LIMITED! To register, call 623.773.7137 or visit www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace and select Adult Specialty Classes.

Tempe - Irrigation Design 101
2026-05-02 09:30 - 10:30 | Tempe Public Library, 3500 S Rural Rd. Tempe, AZ 85282, 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, Arizona, 85282, United States
Learn the basics of designing a residential sprinkler and drip irrigation system that maximizes your watering efficiency. The workshop will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Road.
Click here to register for a workshop

Chandler - Understanding Your Irrigation System
2026-05-05 18:00 - 19:30 | City of Chandler Sunset Library, 4930 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ, 85226, United States
Join us to learn more about your irrigation system, how to run it efficiently and how to properly maintain it from an irrigation expert. Maintaining your sprinkler and drip system will save you water, time, and money. A well-maintained irrigation system will reduce the need for repairs, replacements, and will prevent leaks.
Register HERE

Avondale - Small Space Gardens
2026-05-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Avondale Public Works Classroom, 399 E Lower Buckeye, Avondale, AZ, 85323, United States
Learn how to effectively garden in the desert in tiny spaces.
Register HERE

Scottsdale - Converting Grass to Xeriscape
2026-05-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E Vía Linda, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258, United States
Scottsdale Water Conservation staff will share best practices for removing grass at your home and converting your irrigation system from sprinklers to drip. The city of Scottsdale’s residential grass removal rebate terms will be covered as well as a discussion on proper plants to include in your conversion project.
REGISTER HERE
(Via Linda Senior Center)

Glendale - Desert Edible Foraging
2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Would you like to discover the lost knowledge about the edible plants that grow in the Sonoran Desert? Obtain a whole new appreciation for the desert by learning about edible plants and when to harvest them. Learn how to create your own food forest from wild-foods enthusiast, Peggy Sue Sorensen, with The Desert Kitchen.

Goodyear - Beautiful Desert Trees and Shrubs
2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodyear Georgia T Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, Arizona, 85395, United States
Discover colorful and resilient desert plants that thrive in our hot and dry environment.
Register HERE

Goodyear - Smart Controller Programming and Watering Basics
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodyear Georgia T Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, Arizona, 85395, United States
Get the correct settings for your smart (or standard) timer that will maximize plant health and water efficiency.
Register HERE

Queen Creek - Free Workshop: Turf to Xeriscape - Turf Conversion for a Water-Smart Landscape
2026-08-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Learn how to replace your lawn with a colorful, low-water landscape with author and horticulturist Noelle Johnson, “AZ Plant Lady,”. This class covers turf removal methods, plant selection, irrigation, rainwater harvesting, maintenance tips, along with the pros and cons of artificial turf. Includes inspiring before-and-after photos of real-life transformations, including the instructor’s own landscape.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE

Peoria - Irrigation Basics and Q & A
2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
Watering in the desert is different – getting it right makes all the difference. Bring your questions for our plant and irrigation expert! Learn how to water efficiently in our unique climate and gain practical tips you can apply right away.
Register HERE

Mesa's Ask An Expert: Your Watering and Landscaping Questions
2026-08-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Mesa Main Library, 64 E 1st Street, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
Bring Your Questions About:
💦 Landscape watering
🌿 Desert-friendly plants
🌼 Plant problems & seasonal care
🌱 Grass-to-Xeriscape incentives
🌧️ Rainwater harvesting
Bonus! Sign up for our Watering Reminder newsletter for a chance to win prizes!
Mesa’s water conservation staff will be on hand to help you solve your most pressing landscape questions. Meet us in the lobby by the water tower!

Free Workshop: ABCs of Landscape Watering
2026-08-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
On average, up to 70% of your annual water use is outdoors in landscaping. This free class will give you the tools to water your landscape efficiently in our unique desert environment.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE

Goodyear - Fruit Trees in the Desert
2026-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodyear Georgia T Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, Arizona, 85395, United States
Discover how best to care for fruit trees in Arizona for health and yield.
Register HERE

Glendale – Vegetable Gardening Basics
2026-09-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Drive, Glendale, AZ, 85308, United States
Are you interested in learning the fundamentals of gardening and growing a budget-friendly vegetable garden? Join us as we dig into the basics of soil preparation, plant selection, watering, and seasonal care tips for a thriving low-desert veggie garden. This class is a beginner-friendly guide to growing your own food in an accessible manner taught by Water Conservation Specialist, Emily Owen, with the City of Glendale.

Peoria - Desert Foraging
2026-09-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
Did you know that food grows in the natural desert? Peggy Sue Creekmore of The Desert Kitchen will show you how to identify, harvest, process and eat many of the local edible trees, weeds, and cacti so that you can increase your food security and become more self-sustainable.
Register HERE

Free Workshop: Edible Gardening in the Desert
2026-09-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Join Master Gardener Cathy Rymer and discover the secrets to planting, irrigating, and growing vegetables in our desert environment! You will also learn to identify garden-friendly bugs and safely manage the ones you’d rather not host.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE

Mesa's Take the Guesswork out of Landscape Watering
2026-09-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Mesa Main Library, 64 E 1st Street, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
Join us for Part I of the Watering in the Arizona Desert Series.
If you’ve ever been unsure how to water your landscape, this workshop is for you. Learn when, how often, and how much to water using simple techniques from the newly updated Landscape Watering by the Numbers guide. You’ll discover how to measure your irrigation system’s output, make seasonal adjustments, and water more efficiently to keep your landscape healthy while saving water and money. Whether you’re new to desert gardening or simply looking to fine-tune your watering practices, you’ll leave with practical skills and resources and the confidence to water wisely.
Bonus! All attendees will be entered into a drawing to win a signed book by Arizona Plant Lady (Noelle Johnson) or a $50 gift card to a local nursery.

Peoria - Container Gardening
2026-10-03 09:30 - 11:00 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
Short on space but still want to grow plants? Container gardening is a flexible and effective way to garden in the desert. Our plant expert will talk about container types and sizes, potting mix, water, fertilizer, and a list of plants that actually prefer growing in containers.
Register HERE

Glendale – Earth-friendly Desert Gardening
2026-10-14 12:30 - 14:00 | Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St, Glendale, AZ, 85302, United States
Work with the forces of nature to create an attractive, wildlife-friendly garden built to thrive in our desert climate. Learn about the importance of proper plant selection, water, mulch, maintenance and more from Water Conservation Specialist, Anne Stahley, with the City of Glendale.

Free Workshop: Irrigation Design and Installation
2026-10-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
This free class can help you learn what to look for and the questions to ask before investing in a new or updated drip or lawn irrigation system. Whether you plan on doing it yourself or hiring a professional, this class will boost your knowledge of what goes into designing and installing a drip or lawn irrigation system.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE

Glendale – More than Monarchs
2026-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 | 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.
Register HERE
