Events

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. Register HERE!

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. Register HERE

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 …

By integrating the use of typical waste streams such as greywater, stormwater, plant trimmings, compost, and more, you can bring desert soils to life. By the end of this class, you will have the skills necessary to effectively transform typical wastes into building soil health and promote a productive urban landscape! Register HERE

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! Register HERE!

Residential landscapes can be great wildlife habitat. If you are interested in beautiful blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies, this class is for you. We’ll explore the numerous options for a colorful yard that is also water thrifty. Register HERE

Join us for a workshop designed to help residents understand how water is used in their home and landscape. We'll walk you through typical indoor and outdoor water use, how to read your water meter, and guide you through simple steps to check for leaks. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to become more confident in maintaining a water-smart …

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. Register HERE

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. Register HERE

Join Allison Hahn, a Water Resources Analyst with Arizona Water Company, and Brianna McMaster-Smith, an Environmental Quality Coordinator with Arizona Water Company, to learn about water resources and water quality. A select number of plants will be raffled off at this event, courtesy of Smiling Dog Cacti and Succulent Nursery. Register HERE

For many people figuring out how much to water their landscape is a mystery. How much is enough? How much is too much? With this class you can learn how to give your plants and lawn the right amount of water with your watering system. This will help you keep your landscape happy and healthy and keep those water bills …

Join Ryan Wood, a Water Conservation Specialist with the City of Tempe, to learn about rainwater harvesting techniques that you can implement in your landscape. A select number of plants will be raffled off at this event, courtesy of Smiling Dog Cacti and Succulent Nursery, and rainwater harvesting guides by Brad Lancaster. Register HERE

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! Register HERE!

Those timers with the dials and buttons can be intimidating but once you learn how they operate them they’re very easy to program. With this class you can master programming these to get the right amount of water to your landscape and keep your water bill from skyrocketing in the summers. You’ll also learn about some of the advanced functions …