SAACA
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    • ABOUT
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    • CULTURAL EQUITY
  • WHAT WE DO
    • BUSINESS & ARTS PARTNERSHIPS
    • ARTS & HEALTHCARE
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    • ARTS EDUCATION
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL ADMINISTRATION
    • EVENTS, PROGRAMS & FESTIVALS
    • CATALYST ARTS & MAKER SPACE
    • CREATIVE PLACEMAKING
    • CREATIVE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
    • UNDERCOVER ARTS MAGAZINE
    • ONLINE ARTS & CULTURE >
      • CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCES
      • STREAMING & VIDEO RESOURCES
      • COVID-19 RESPONSE & RESOURCES
  • SUPPORT & DONATE
    • DONATE AND SUPPORT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • INTERN
  • EVENTS, PUBLIC ART & PROGRAMS
    • EVENT & EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS
    • ART FESTIVALS >
      • FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
      • ART ON THE LAKE FESTIVAL
      • DOWNTOWN GLENDALE ARTS & CULTURE FEST
      • LA ENCANTADA FINE ART FESTIVAL
      • SKY ISLANDS FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • SPRING FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
    • COMMUNITY ART GALLERIES >
      • VENTANA GALLERY AT ROCHE >
        • Roche Lung Cancer Awareness Exhibition
        • Roche Celebrating Moments >
          • Active Moments - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Frozen in Time - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Up Close and Personal - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Quiet Contentment - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
    • ARTS & CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS >
      • Desert Ridge Music and Murals
      • Tempe World of Chalk
      • Cruise, BBQ & Blues
      • Oro Valley Candy Crawloween
    • CULINARY ARTS >
      • SAVOR FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
      • DEVOUR CULINARY CLASSIC
      • Devour Culinary Classic
      • WORLD MARGARITA CHAMPIONSHIP
    • LIVE MUSIC & CONCERTS >
      • Oro Valley Concert Series
      • Riverfront Park Classical Concert Series
      • Steam Pump Concert Series
      • Lookout Tucson at Westward Look
      • Tucson Folk Festival
      • La Encantada Live
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS >
      • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS
      • Summer Youth Art Project 2022 >
        • Gila Monster
        • Glowing Scorpions
        • Prickly Pear Everywhere
      • Desert Ridge Mural Project
      • Sahuarita Public Art
    • DIGITAL ARTS PROGRAMS >
      • AARP Video Series
      • ORO VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
      • Local Food Heroes Virtual Classes
      • The Art of Food Cooking Classes
  • CATALYST ART SPACE & VENUE
    • VENUE & SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS
    • UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS
    • ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM

upcoming classes & events

 CATALYST Arts & Maker Space has something for everyone. 
​Our schedule is always changing so check back often.
Classes at CATALYST are currently offered through our partner organizations whose hours may vary.  For questions about a particular class or event, e-mail or call the number listed under the event. If you are are interested in hosting a class, workshop, or special event at CATALYST, please visit our Rentals page for more information.

ART AND EDUCATIONAL CLASSES


Art Mixer

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Drop-in hours
12:30pm - 4pm  |  Wednesday
12:30pm - 7pm  |  Thursday
12:30pm - 8pm  |  Friday
12:30pm - 8pm  |  Saturday
 2:00pm - 6pm    |  Sunday

​Have some fun and get creative with Art Mixer, a unique Tucson paint and sip experience. Public and private paint events and classes are available with no minimum number of participants. Just pick a project and schedule a date and time to paint. Attendees can choose step-by-step painting projects on canvas, wood board, wood cutouts, wine glasses, wine bottles and paint-and-take ceramics! Browse the Photo Gallery, Class Listings, and Shop at the Art Mixer website to see more projects and pricing! New projects are always being added. 

Learn more and make reservations at: https://artmixer.net/
Contact: (520)490-9400, artmixertucson@gmail.com

STEMAZing Saturday with waters center for systems thinking

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Last Saturday of the month
11:30am - 1:00pm


January 28
February 25, 2023
March 25, 2023
April 29, 2023
May 27, 2023

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STEMAZing Saturday is a free hybrid event for PreK-12th grade students held the last Saturday of the month. STEMAZing Saturday will start at 11:00 am Arizona time and end at 12:30 pm Arizona time. Teachers are also welcome to join us! También disponible en español aquí.

More information




lifeline: Youth health + Art Group

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Fridays
6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Lifeline is a teen and tween, art and health group focused on Zine-making where you will get the opportunity to explore new media with a project each week. Our mission is to provide a space for youth to get out and find community in artistic expression. We have the supplies for Zines, bottle-cap pins, bookmaking, decoupage, stuffed animals and more. Showcase your art on our website and share with your friends.
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Lifeline meets Wednesdays, 3-5 pm at the Woods Memorial Library and Fridays, 6-8 pm at Catalyst Art & Maker Space in the Tucson Mall. Lifeline is a project of the teens from PCPL’s Health Action Team.




Garbanzo Bean Madness with plant based potential

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Saturday, February 18
11:30am - 1:30pm

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Are you looking for more plant-based protein options in your diet? There is so much you can do using garbanzo beans as the base ingredient, join us in this new culinary experience and find out how to use this versatile bean they call the garbanzo and or the chickpea. There will be a variety of options and a chance to take your taste buds to a new level. 

Registration Link




SPECIAL EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS


CREATIVE MORNINGS + Adobe express workshop

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Register
Friday,  February 17
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Creative Mornings
Featuring guest speaker artist Ignacio Garcia

8:30am   |  Doors Open and social hour
9-10 am  |  Talk + Q&A

Adobe Express Workshop
10:00am |  Breakfast Burritos + Social
10:30-11:15am |   Adobe Express Workshop
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CreativeMornings is made possible by the support of local partners, generous venues, and longterm global partners. Everyone is welcome. Everyone is creative. Just register beforehand to reserve your spot. And if you need a little help convincing your boss to let you attend, we’ve got you covered. Remember to set your alarm, and we’ll see you in the morning!

Muralist/Public Artist and 2022 Arizona Artist Leader of the year (Arizona Capital Times), Ignacio Garcia is well known throughout Arizona and the west coast for his 3D chalk art and large photo-realistic murals, including “the Empowered Woman” in Downtown Tucson. He often plays on whimsical, playful pop art ideas, the blending of his street art, and the abstract contribution of the Sonoran lifestyle. Garcia is an artistic studies graduate of the East Valley Institute of Technology in Mesa, Arizona as well as the Gnomon Workshop in Hollywood, California. Ignacio offers innovation and a unique point of view. A fundamental motivation of his work is to challenge the viewers and ignite curiosity. Ignacio’s craft thrives on the emotional and physical reaction of his works. The research, reflection, and exploration of a topic that precedes a finished piece of work are meant to invoke authentic, unpredictable, and organic responses from each of its audience.

Adobe Express Workshop
Stay after CreativeMornings for breakfast burritos and a special workshop on Adobe Express hosted by an official Adobe Evangelist. Please REGISTER HERE to attend the Adobe Express Workshop in addition to CreativeMornings.​

LESSONS & REHEARSALS


Tucson Youth Music Center

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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2pm - 6pm

CATALYST is partnering with Tucson Youth Music Center to bring free weekly music lessons for underserved families in the community! Tucson Youth Music Center (TYMC) provides comprehensive weekly free music lessons to teach students how to play a musical instrument as well as, proper technique, repertoire, sight-reading, music theory, ear training, performance, and music appreciation. All necessary materials are provided to qualifying school-age children, pre-K through 12. TYMC music teachers are an extraordinary group of musicians who bring compassion and understanding to the life transforming power of music education.  

Support, volunteer, or see if your child qualifies for lessons by visiting the Tucson Youth Music Center website. 
Contact: (520) 975-3787, info@tucsonyouthmusic.org

Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra

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Founded in 1979, the Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra is a vital community resource that unites performers and audiences through a passion for music. The orchestra presents world premieres, seldom-performed treasures and classical gems. Rehearsals take place at CATALYST Arts & Makerspace on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through their season.  For more information regarding volunteering, becoming a member, attending a performance, or financially supporting this community orchestra visit SASOmusic.org

Learn more and make reservations for upcoming concerts: https://sasomusic.org/

Contact: (520) 308-6226, manager@sasomusic.org
Weekly Rehearsals Not Open to the Public

esperanza dance project

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Mondays and Thursdays
6:00pm - 9:00pm


Esperanza Dance Project (EDP) is a Tucson-based non-profit organization committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance, discussions, and advocacy. EDP has performed across Arizona, reaching high school students, professionals committed to maintaining child safety, and community advocates. 

Learn more at 
https://www.esperanzadanceproject.org/


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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts. SAACA strengthens the bonds between people, place and purpose through collaborative, arts-driven experiences.
  • WHO WE ARE
    • ABOUT
    • TEAM CONTACTS
    • PARTNERS, DONORS & SPONSORS
    • BOARD OF DIRECTORS
    • CULTURAL EQUITY
  • WHAT WE DO
    • BUSINESS & ARTS PARTNERSHIPS
    • ARTS & HEALTHCARE
    • OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS - CALL TO ARTIST
    • ARTS EDUCATION
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL ADMINISTRATION
    • EVENTS, PROGRAMS & FESTIVALS
    • CATALYST ARTS & MAKER SPACE
    • CREATIVE PLACEMAKING
    • CREATIVE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
    • UNDERCOVER ARTS MAGAZINE
    • ONLINE ARTS & CULTURE >
      • CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCES
      • STREAMING & VIDEO RESOURCES
      • COVID-19 RESPONSE & RESOURCES
  • SUPPORT & DONATE
    • DONATE AND SUPPORT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • INTERN
  • EVENTS, PUBLIC ART & PROGRAMS
    • EVENT & EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS
    • ART FESTIVALS >
      • FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
      • ART ON THE LAKE FESTIVAL
      • DOWNTOWN GLENDALE ARTS & CULTURE FEST
      • LA ENCANTADA FINE ART FESTIVAL
      • SKY ISLANDS FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • SPRING FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
    • COMMUNITY ART GALLERIES >
      • VENTANA GALLERY AT ROCHE >
        • Roche Lung Cancer Awareness Exhibition
        • Roche Celebrating Moments >
          • Active Moments - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Frozen in Time - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Up Close and Personal - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Quiet Contentment - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
    • ARTS & CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS >
      • Desert Ridge Music and Murals
      • Tempe World of Chalk
      • Cruise, BBQ & Blues
      • Oro Valley Candy Crawloween
    • CULINARY ARTS >
      • SAVOR FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
      • DEVOUR CULINARY CLASSIC
      • Devour Culinary Classic
      • WORLD MARGARITA CHAMPIONSHIP
    • LIVE MUSIC & CONCERTS >
      • Oro Valley Concert Series
      • Riverfront Park Classical Concert Series
      • Steam Pump Concert Series
      • Lookout Tucson at Westward Look
      • Tucson Folk Festival
      • La Encantada Live
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS >
      • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS
      • Summer Youth Art Project 2022 >
        • Gila Monster
        • Glowing Scorpions
        • Prickly Pear Everywhere
      • Desert Ridge Mural Project
      • Sahuarita Public Art
    • DIGITAL ARTS PROGRAMS >
      • AARP Video Series
      • ORO VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
      • Local Food Heroes Virtual Classes
      • The Art of Food Cooking Classes
  • CATALYST ART SPACE & VENUE
    • VENUE & SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS
    • UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS
    • ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM