Events for January 26, 2026 - January 26, 2026

Within the Mexican culture, there is believed to be two deaths--the first is when you physically pass away and the second is when you have been forgotten by the living. Wanting to preserve the legacy of the strong women in her family, muralist and artist, Ariana Enriquez set out to tell their stories in the best way she knew how— through her artwork. However, in order to truly celebrate these women, she would need to first delve deeper into her family’s history. Armed with pen and paper, Enriquez sat down at her Yoya’s (great aunt) table with her relatives. Her family

"A designer knows he has achieved perfection not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to take away." - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Terre des Hommes (published in English as Wind, Sand and Stars) With the constant onslaught of news media around us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from the world around us. As a respite from these intense narratives, exploring minimalism through art offers a refreshing Palette Cleanser, inviting us to reflect on simplicity in a chaotic world. Simplicity reveals a profound beauty, as it strips away extraneous details to reveal clarity in

Rice. This humble, white grain is an essential component to most Asian cuisines. It also holds a plethora of meanings and symbolisms in various Asian cultures. For artist, Anh-Thuy Nguyen, this ubiquitous food staple has become an obsession. In her latest body of work, Nguyen utilizes rice as a metaphor for herself as she grapples with the reality that her culture and wisdom are being lost from generation to generation. Like grains for rice running through her hands, Nguyen felt her culture was lost from her mouth to her daughter’s ears. Throughout this exhibition, Nguyen is reconciling her feelings of loss,

Let your imagination go wild as you explore the wonderful world of wool by creating your own felted ornament. You will learn the basics of 3D needle felting, working with various shapes to create hanging pieces of art. You can choose to create any form you want, including gnomes, mushrooms, cacti, traditional holiday shapes, as well as a variety of animals and birds. Have fun creating something for yourself or to give away - the hardest choice will be what to make during class! Led by Memory Bradley. This casual 3 hour class doesn't require any prior knowledge or skill, and

Get in the spirit with a fun holiday craft! Stop by Vision Gallery on Saturday, December 6 to make an ornament with fusible beads. Enjoy free hot cocoa or cider as you do any last-minute shopping in our gift shop too! This is a free, self-led activity for all ages, including adults. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Registering for a time slot helps us plan, but drop-ins are welcome! RSVP

From the luscious panoramic landscapes of the Hudson River School to Maynard Dixon’s seemingly endless cloud filled skies set behind painted mesas to Grant Wood’s overly saturated and stylized pastoral scenes of the Midwest, American painters have long shaped a romantic vision of the land. These images helped construct a narrative of the United States as expansive, untouched, and waiting to be explored. This myth has further been perpetuated by tourism imagery, National Park postcards, and idealized and sometimes altered travel photography. Yet the land has always borne evidence of habitation, use, and intervention. This tension between the idealized landscape and

Have fun and make art in this relaxed class for adults! Create a set of vibrant yarn coasters with the satisfying process of punch needle. Learn the basics of the punch needle process to inspire a unique addition to your home or design a handmade gift for someone else. You can create any design you want from mushrooms and fruits to customized cats and monograms. The hardest choice will be what to make during class! Led by Megan Hennessy. This casual 3-hour class doesn't require any prior knowledge or skill, and all materials are included in the $35 class fee. This

Stop by Vision Gallery to design a heartfelt Valentine's Day card! Utilize a variety of materials provided, including colorful paper, markers, stickers, and more, to craft a personalized card that expresses your affection. This is a free, self-led activity for all ages. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Registering for a time slot helps us plan, but drop-ins are welcome! REGISTER

Moving to a new country can be a daunting experience, especially as an adult. You leave behind familiar language, culture, and customs, and face the challenge of adapting to a new way of life. Yet, alongside the pressure to assimilate is the desire to preserve your identity and traditions. How do you find balance and create your own path. For the artists featured in (Be) Longing, they attempt to reconcile their two identities through art. This exhibition features four Japanese-born artists who have immigrated to the United States and now call Arizona home. Through diverse materials from resin to clay to

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Vision Gallery by making your own lucky shamrock pin! Use felt, sequins, and ribbon to craft a sparkling accessory that’s perfect to wear for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. This is a free, self-led activity for all ages. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Registering for a time slot helps us plan, but drop-ins are welcome! REGISTER