May 1, 2015: In This Issue
UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS
May 2 - Opening Reception: Near to Here, Baldwin Gallery
May 9 - Sun Cooking & Passive Solar Design Class
June 6 - World Oceans Night 
June 13 - Living in Harmony with the Sun

CACTUS GARDEN 50th ANNIVERSARY
Haag Cactus Garden
Photo: Jay Pierstorff

The Haag Cactus Garden is bursting with blooms as its 50th anniversary is being celebrated by the Desert Museum. Succulents and 138 species of cacti are grouped to represent the different geographic regions of the Sonoran Desert. The garden was dedicated on May 7, 1965 and named in honor of John Haag, founder of the Tucson Cactus & Succulent Society and former curator of plants at the Desert Museum. 
DESERT DELECTABLES NIGHT
Sample Treats & Tap Your Feet!     
The Beth Daunis Trio
Four venues surround you with music while you munch tantalizing samples of indigenous dishes. Hungering for some zesty Latin and Flamenco music? Local favorite The Beth Daunis Trio will dish it up along with smooth folk music and a dash of the classics. Also performing are Gabriel Francisco, Duo Vibrato, and Reno del Mar. Purchase tickets online through May 29: $40 general admission; $35 members and $45 day of event..
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NEAR TO HERE ART EXHIBIT
Opening Reception May 2
Art by Barbara Terkanian
Through distinct perspectives and artistic styles, this exhibit features different interpretations of the wonders of the wildlife and plants of the Sonoran Desert. The four featured artists live in the Tucson Mountains and depict their individual vision of the area in a variety of media and styles. Reception in the Baldwin Building, 1-3 p.m. 
HARNESS THE SUN'S ENERGY
Solar Cooking & Passive Solar Design Class

Battle the sun's heat by using it to cool down your house this summer. Cooking outside with a solar oven will keep your kitchen cool. Learn how it's done and how different ovens work. Passive Solar Design demonstrates methods for cooling your home by protecting areas such as windows and patios from the direct sun. Solar lunch included!