Locations:
The Catalyst Infoshop: 207 Spring Street
Catalyst Open hours in October
Tues - Thurs: 3-8pm
Friday + Sunday: 12-5pm
Volunteer meetings Sunday @ 6pm
CLOSED MON + SAT
Prescott Public Library: 215 E Goodwin, one block southeast of the Square.
Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation: 882 Sunset
Prescott College: 220 Grove Avenue
House of Plenty: 111 North McCormick Street
Adult Center of Prescott: 1280B East Rosser St.
Ongoing events:
Hannah + Ian + Friends
Art show at Coffee Roasters - 308 W. Gurley
Weekly events:
MONDAYS
Tai Chi with Joe
When? Mondays from 6:45-7:45am
Where? ASIS Massage School, 115 S. McCormick
Karma Farm Meeting
Learn how to participate in your local urban decentralized farm!
When: Mondays + Fridays @ 10am
Where: The Catalyst Infoshop
Free Reiki Clinic
Receive Reiki energy healing or share it.
When? Mondays, 5:30 pm
Where? New Location: 141 S. McCormick, suite 105
Jazzercize
Fitness that’s invigorating, not intimidating! The 60 minute class pairs moderate aerobics with exercise designed to improve your strength, balance and flexibility. Whether you’re a senior, newcomer, pregnant, or prefer low impact, you can’t go wrong with the popular light version of the original Jazzercize program.
When? Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Where? Adult Center
Conversational Spanish
Check your English at the door and brush up on your Spanish. Whether you are heading south on vacation or just don't want to lose your ability to speak Spanish, join us for an hour or two of conversation and camaraderie. Some Spanish needed.
When? 10/4 at 11 am
Where? PPL
Toddler Storytime
Join Mr. Steve for stories, songs and activities selected especially for ages 0-3. Siblings are welcome.
When? Tuesdays at 10 am
Where? PPL
Practical Anarchy with Mark
A discussion group, focusing on how to practice anarchy in today’s world. How can we express our ideas and live out our beliefs in the current social climate? Come discuss your ideas, share your experience, or come to learn about how to make our daily lives and interactions more in-line with our inner thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and passions. The discussion is not limited to “practical” anarchy. We can discuss theory, books, music, writers, famous anarchists... really whatever.
When? Tuesdays at 6pm
Where? The Catalyst Infoshop
Prescott Vipassana Sangha
The purpose of vipassana meditation is to see things as they really are by eradicating mental impurities
When? Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Where? 134 Garden St
WEDNESDAYS
Prescott Clandestine Bike Polo
Wednesdays from 6-8pm in the lot behind Staples, next to Granite Creek Park.
Beginners and spectators are welcome!
Funny World with Derrek
Create a new world following the rule "must be funny". Adopt prominent roles such as god, queen, tycoon. Play the Inquisition trying to shut funny world down. Make funny money and learn the principles of timedollars. More, this social adventure game teaches new worldviews and strategies for change. And it all starts with fun. Funny world is like a permanent party, so we'll have free drinks and snacks at this event.
When? Wednesdays 6-8pm starting Oct 6th
Where? at the Catalyst.
Jazzercize
When? Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Where? Adult Center
THURSDAYS
Open Knitting and Crochet
Bring your projects! Bring yarn, hooks and needles for Open Knitting & Crochet. Open to all skill levels.
When? Thursdays at 2pm
Where? PPL
Karma FarmStand
FREE locally grown produce, eggs, and other surprises.
When: Thursdays, 3-5pm
Where: @ the House of Plenty, front yard
When? Thursdays at 12:30pm
Where? PPL
Kids from 6-10 can join Page Turners for stories every Thursday afternoon. Some sessions will include crafts or other activities inspired by the stories.
When? Thursdays at 3:30pm
Where? PPL
Storytime with Aurora
Thought provoking stories read aloud. All ages welcome.
When? Thursdays at 7pm
Where? The Catalyst Infoshop
FRIDAYS
Preschool Storytime
Join Miss Jennifer for stories, finger plays, and songs. Each week has a different theme. The program is for ages 3-5. Siblings are always welcome.
When? Fridays at 10am Where? PPL
Karma Farm Meeting
When: Mondays + Fridays @ 10am
Where: The Catalyst Infoshop
Food Not Bombs
Food Not Bombs shares free vegan and vegetarian meals with anyone and everyone! Volunteers prepare, eat, serve, and clean up meals twice every week. We believe that everyone should have access to free, healthy food. Bring food to contribute if you'd like!
When? Fridays and Sundays. Cook at noon at the Catalyst, eat at 3 pm at the NW corner of the Courthouse square. Email catalystinfo@catalystinfoshop.net to learn how to volunteer!
SATURDAYS
Tai Chi with Joe
When? Saturdays at 8am
Where? the Courthouse Square
Drop-In Chess
Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to drop in and play chess. Chess sets are available to check out for use in the library.
When? Saturdays at 2pm
Where? PPL
SUNDAYS
Food Not Bombs
When? Fridays and Sundays. Cook at noon at the Catalyst, eat at 3 pm at the NW corner of the Courthouse square. Email catalystinfo@catalystinfoshop.net to learn how to volunteer!
Hula Hooping with A.T.
Hula hoops will be provided. Come have a good time.
When? Sundays 2 - 4:30pm
Where? The courthouse lawn
What It Feels Like for a Girl: Capturing the Feminine in Women's Holocaust Memoirs
This memoir reading workshop will focus on feminist theories and their application to Holocaust memoirs. Participants should come prepared to speak openly, journal, and generate discussion around assigned memoirs. Discussion questions will be distributed. This workshop is being facilitated by Carly Rudzinski, as part of her Master's practicum at Prescott College. Space is limited to 10, so reserve your space quickly! To register, contact Carly at holocaustmemoirs@yahoo.com.
When? Sundays, 3-5pm
Where? Prescott Public Library's Bump Room.
Capoeira combines song, dance, and movement in a holistic martial art.
When? Sundays from 6 - 8:00 pm
Where? Granite Performing Arts center – 218 N. Granite St.
Friday, October 1
Paws to Read with Toby
Children from 5-10 are invited to practice their reading with Toby the border collie on the first Friday of the month. Toby is a Therapy Dog, and also the only dog with his own Prescott Library card!
When? 10/1 at 3:30pm
Where? PPL
re-evolving space produced by Ecosa Institute
When? 10/1, 6-9pm
Where? 224½ Montezuma (alley behind Coyote Joes)
Saturday, October 2
Pregnancy and Baby Fair sponsored by Paula Matthew
Henna + belly casting, prenatal + postnatal massage, cloth diaper demos, maternity + baby clothing exchange, WOMBS (Women Offering Mothers Birth Support), and more.
When? 10/2, 10:30-3:30
Where? Flinn Park, 280 Josephine Street
A Sacred Connection: Meditation
When? 10/2 at 1pm
Where? PPL
Free Parenting Workshop: Positive Guidance and Discipline
Learn effective strategies for guiding your child's behavior. Workshop facilitator, Wendy Watson, M. Ed, is a skilled early childhood specialist. Call now to register 776-2111 Free child care for children ages three months through six, for those who call early to sign up!
When? October 2nd
Where? Yavapai College, Building 1, Room 200
Drop-In Chess
Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to drop in and play chess. Chess sets are available to check out for use in the library.
When? 10/2 at 2pm
Where? PPL
Sunday, October 3
Corridos of the U.S.-Mexico Border: The Stories and the Music
In this fourth presentation of Mexico: Prescott’s Distant Neighbor, Celestino Fernandez explores the corrido, a musical-poetic form. As a mainstay of the Mexican and Mexican-American bardic tradition, the corrido is used to document history and
interpret real life occurrences. Professor Fernandez teaches, writes and performs corridos at of the University of Arizona, and can tell you how to get your very own corrido.
When? 10/3 at 2pm
Where? PPL
Reading as Writers Club: Read to become a better writer.
When? 10/3, 3-5pm
Where? PPL
Tuesday, October 5
Wild Seed Harvest with Adam
We’ll walk around and harvest seeds to plant in your garden or yard- trees, herbs, and grasses. Bring bags or envelopes if you have them.
When? 10/5, leaving at 2pm
Where? meet at the Catalyst
"Cyberterrorism”
The Honors Program is proud to present Jim Hight, former FBI special agent, to give a talk entitled "Cyberterrorism: Infrastructure Attacks for Destruction and Disruption in the United States".
When? October 5th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Where? Embry Riddle, DLC PR
Matrix Matters: Healing education
When? 10/4 at 10am
Where? PPL
50 Years of To Kill a Mockingbird
Celebrate a golden anniversary. It has been 50 years since Harper Lee penned the classic To Kill a Mockingbird. Join us as we celebrate this classic with readings, discussion and light refreshments.
When? 10/5 at 6pm
Where? PPL
Women’s Wisdom Circle and Book Study
When? 10/5 at 4pm
Where? PPL
Wednesday, October 6
Wednesday Poetry Discussion Group with Janet Preston
Enjoy and discuss great poetry in an informal setting.
When? 10/6 at 1 pm
Where? PPL
Novel Outlining Techniques the NaNoWriMo Way
Writing 50,000 in 30 days is daunting, but can be easier with a bit of pre-planning. Many methods of outlining will be shared. This workshop welcomes all writers, published or not.
When? 10/6 at 1pm
Where? PPL
Thursday, October 7
New Moon
Set personal intentions, plant seeds, and regenerate.
'Save Ethnic Studies in Arizona': Legislator Kyrsten Sinema talk
Ethnic Studies Week October 1-7, 2010 is a nationally coordinated week of actions to defend ethnic studies and academic freedom. It was inspired by opposition to the May 11 passage of HB 2281 in Arizona banning ethnic studies in the Arizona public schools and the May 21 passage of new social studies standards by the influential Texas State Board of Education.
Join Arizona Legislator Kyrsten Sinema for a historical and political presentation on HB2281 and saving ethnic studies in the state.
When? October 7th, 6:00 pm
Where? Prescott College, Crossroads Center
Poet’s Open Circle
When? 10/7 at 6:30pm
Where? PPL
Friday, October 8
The Prescott Culture: Archeology in Prescott
Who were the prehistoric people in this area between 700 and 1400 C.E.? Fred Kraps of the Arizona Archeological Society explores the sites, tools and information left by those who lived in Yavapai County long before the current residents arrived.
When? 10/8 at 10am
Where? PPL
Friday, October 8th
'Save Ethnic Studies in Arizona' event:
TUSD & The University of Arizona students, staff, and faculty discussion. Join Tucson Unified School District Ethnic Studies students and teachers, as well as the University of Arizona's Dr. Roberto Rodriguez, Professor of Mexican American & Raza Studies, for a lively discussion on how HB2281 is directly impacting their work and scholarship.
When? October 8th, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Where? Prescott College, Crossroads Center
Saturday, October 9
Writers Workshop: critique group
When? 10/9 at 9:30am
Where? PPL
Join Fancy Nancy's fairy godmother for stories and fun, then enjoy a fancy snack and make a craft. All ages welcome; fancy outfits encouraged!
When? 10/9 at 10:30 am
Where? PPL
PSYCH-K Intro
When? 10/9 at 10am
Where? PPL
Citizens Water Advocacy Group Meeting
Ed Wolfe of the Verde River Basin Partnership presents the Middle Verde Water-Resources
Analysis--An 18-Month Study: What? How? Why? http://www.upperverdewaterissues.org
When? 10/9, 10am-noon
Where? Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist
Info? 445-4218/info@cwagaz.org/www.cwagAZ.org
Prescott Computer Society
Education on computer use
When? 10/9 at 1pm
Where? PPL
Starry Nights
Fourth Annual Great World-Wide Star Count! Join us with your own telescope, binoculars or use our Public Telescope!
Where? Watson Lake Park Upper Ramada
When? 7-9pm
Sunday, October 10
Clothes Swap, Potluck, Barter Sesh! w/ Sophie, Anna and the Lion!
Calling one and all! Bring those clothes you haven’t worn in ages, have iffy feelings about or decided yesterday out of the blue that you just don’t dig anymore! And find some treasures for yourself! Feel free to bring wood, pots & pans, rakes, tires and other awesome junk you don’t want to ‘deal’ with anymore. Someone else will love it! You could also bring your own handmade goods to barter.
Rain or shine! But if it’s rain, just bring your clothes and no awesome junk. Oh also bring some food to share if you can.
When? October 10th, 4pm until we feel satiated
Where? 430 Lincoln Ave, by the C Stop
Hear stories of the men of the CCC! The Civilian Conservation Corps not only brought hope to America during the Depression, it was instrumental in restoring our national parks.
When? 10/10 at 2pm
Where? PPL
Open Cribbage Group
When? 2pm
Where? PPL
Monday, October 11
National Coming Out Day
National Coming Out Day was founded by Robert Eichberg and Jean O'Leary on October 11, 1988 in celebration of the second gay march in Washington D.C. a year earlier. The purpose of the march and of National Coming Out Day is to promote government and public awareness of gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender rights and to celebrate homosexuality. National Coming Out Day is a time to publicly display gay pride. Many choose this day to come out to their parents, friends, co-workers and themselves.
Homosexuality & the Bible, Part 2
Karen Bolda, a Christian author of pro-gay Bible studies, will be our presenter for the two-part series. The first session in September will be about establishing an accurate historical context for the biblical passages frequently used to condemn homosexuality. This will include clarification on mistranslations of key Bible verses, a new perspective on Sodom and Gomorrah, the history of idol worshipers, and insight into shrine temple priests and eunuchs. The October session will address the five main biblical passages that are most often used to vilify the gay community. Each passage will be explored in detail and new information will be presented to challenge the conventional interpretations of these verses.
When? October 11th, 6 pm
Where? Emmauel Lutheran Church, 7763 E. Long Look Drive, Prescott Valley
Men’s Movie Night with Rex & Roger
Men-only movie nights, showing mainstream gay-oriented movies (no porn) and over a dozen men regularly attend. Light refreshments are provided at no charge and there is lots of social time after the films. Regular email announcements go out with information about upcoming features. To be added to the private list, send an email to Roger (rogerhilliker@aol.com) with “Movie” in the subject line.
When? October 12th & 26th
Where? Rex & Roger’s Rainbow Theater (email for Directions)
Tuesday Morning Book Club
October's title is Last Kingdom by award-winning author Bernard Cornwell. Join us for a lively book discussion each month.
When? 10/12 at 10am
Central AZ Geology Club
When? 10/12 at 5:30pm
Where? PPL
Wednesday, October 13
Monster Mash Teen Halloween
Come enjoy a hauntingly good time with games, dancing, and "creepy" treats! Costumes optional. Open to kids and teens in grades 6-12.
When? 10/13 at 1:30pm
Where? PPL
Yavapai Humane Society coalition meeing
When? 10/13 at 3pm
Where? PPL
Just for Grownups International Film Series
Experience Jaffa, an absorbing and touching film by director Keren Yedaya. This film is in Hebrew, with English subtitles. Enjoy award-winning international films each month.
When? 10/13 at 6:30pm
Where? PPL
Thursday, October 14
Cafe Socrates with Joel Thomas
Articulate, explore, and further discover your singular philosophy of life, and to develop and contribute their unique talents and potentials.
When? 10/14 at 10 am
Where? PPL
WORDS Book Club
Read Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and then join us in lively a discussion.
When? 10/14 at 6:30pm
Where? PPL
Ireland
History, stories, and everything Irish
When? 10/14 at 6:30pm
Where? PPL
Friday, October 15
Introduction to Plato’s Theory of Ideal Forms with Jedi-Moses
Come learn about Plato’s views on things like thought and ideas and how it relates to every day life.
When? October 15th, 12pm
Where? 430 Lincoln Avenue, by the C Stop
Third Friday Chamber Music Series
October is an all-string performance--cello duets and a string quartet. Hear music by local chamber players and special guests every month.
When? 10/15 at 4pm
Where? PPL
Saturday, October 16th
Community Clean-Up Day
After the disappointing turnout at the last community clean-up day, we’re going to give you an opportunity to redeem yourself! One week before our big 10th anniversary celebration, we’ll be having a special Clean-Up Day to get ready for the event, and we really, really, really need your help. Volunteers will be rewarded with free snacks (probably pizza & soda) and the personal pride that comes from helping the community in a substantial way.
When? 10/16, 2-5pm
Where? Prescott Pride Center
Sunday, October 17
Prescott Freethinkers Children’s Group
When? 10/17 at 1pm
Where? PPL
Monday, October 18
Beit Torah Women’s Issues Study Group
When? 10/18 at 9:30am
Where? PPL
Meet Your Master Gardener
Master Gardeners from the Yavapai County Extension office discuss gardening in Prescott, and how to increase the possibility of successful gardening, when preparing your garden.
When? 10/18 at 10am
Where? PPL
Tuesday, October 19
Make Your Own Button Badges! with Sophie
Let’s make buttons together! Bring images, fabric or phrases you want to see on a button! They will end up at roughly the size of the bottom of a pop can, but the circle you cut out has to be a bit bigger. Use your imagination! I have a button maker and button supplies, bring your own snackos and stuff to cut up. Since I only have one button maker, there will be time to figure it out. Beards and hat wearers, be warned. The gate keeper will bark at you.
When? October 19th, 3pm-ish
Where? 430 Lincoln Avenue, by the C Stop
Music for Lunch with Jonathan Best
Get lost in an hour of live music with well known performer Jonathan Best. Bring a brown bag or purchase a treat.
When? 10/19 at noon Where? PPL
Matrix Matters: Healing education
When? 10/19 at noon
Where? PPL
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting
Help organize an upcoming book discussion and Pennies for Peace fundraiser. Open to kids and teens in grades 6-12; please see Youth Services staff for a Teen Advisory Group application.
When? 10/19 at 3:30pm
Women’s Wisdom Circle: Book discussion
When? 10/19 at 4pm
Where? PPL
Yavapai Digital Art + Foto Club: Monthly meeting
When? 10/19 at 6pm
Where? PPL
Wednesday, October 20
Comet Hartley 2 will make its closest approach to Earth, coming within 11.2 million miles. For a few days around October 20, the comet should be bright enough to view with the naked eye in the early morning sky. You will need to be far away from the glow of city lights. Look to the east just before sunrise.
Spanish Class
When? 10/20 at 2:30pm
Where? PPL
Prescott Area Board Gamers
Play board games.
When? 10/20 at 5pm
Where? PPL
Community Book Discussion
Read the compilation of short stories in Cuentos Chicanos by Rudolfo A. Anaya and discuss your views. Books are provided by the Arizona Humanities Council and can be picked up at the Ask a Librarian desk.
When? 10/20 at 6:30pm
Where? PPL
Thursday, October 21
Beginning of Orionids Meteor Shower
The Orionids is an average shower producing about 20 meteors per hour at their peak. This shower usually peaks on the 21st, but it is highly irregular. Some meteors may be seen any time from October 17 - 25. Best viewing will be to the east after midnight.
Teen Book Club
Book swap! Bring a book to share with other teens and check out some of the newest teen books at the library. Activities and refreshments will be provided. Open to students in grades 6-12.
When? 10/21 at 3:30pm
Where? PPL
Third-Thursday Star Talks. Cosmic Evolution: An Introduction to the Sciences of Astrobiology with David Koerner, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Northern Arizona University.
When? 10/21 at 6:30pm
Where? PPL
Understanding Wills and Trusts with Barry B. Cline
When wills and trusts are essential and what they can do for the consumer.
When? 10/22 at 2pm
Where? PPL
Saturday, October 23
Full Moon. Do you feel it?
Free Parenting Workshop: Family Routines and Dynamics
Learn the importance of routines, and how you can promote cooperation with your toddlers and preschoolers. But...you must call 776-2111 to register! Free child care for children ages three months to six years, for those who call early to sign-up! For More Information: Del E. Webb Family Enrichment Center at 776-2111
When? October 23rd
Where? Yavapai College, Building 1, Room 200
Yavapai Green Party
bi-monthly meeting of the Yavapai Green Party
When? 10/23, 11:00 - 1:00 pm
Where? PPL, Elsea Conference Room
PPL Women's Heritage Trail
Who were the women that made Arizona history? Marjory Sente, a member of the Arizona Women's Heritage Trail Coordinating Council, and other AWHT representatives will talk about the Trail and its mission which is to document the experinces of women in what is now known as Arizona; and to educate our residents and visitors about the lives and achievements of these women. Names you will know are alread part of the Trail including: Sharlot Hall, Viola Jimulla, Patrica McGee, Francis Munds and Martha Summerhayes, but many more women should be considered for it. Who? Find out here!
When? 10/23, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Where? PPL, Founders Suite A & B
Monday, October 25
Eight to Eighty Intergenerational Book Club
Students in grades 3 to 4 and their grownups are invited to take part in a new intergenerational book club. The club meets every other Monday beginning September 13, and each meeting will include a fun twist on a traditional book discussion. This session is all about Poppy (AR 4.5), by Avi. Contact Steve Ryan (777-1516) for details.
When? 10/25, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Where? PPL, James Activity Room
Tuesday, October 26
Men’s Movie Night with Rex & Roger
When? October 12th & 26th
Where? email rogerhilliker@aol.com for directions
Saturday, October 30
Democratic Women of the Prescott Area
Promote healthcare education to the community
When? 10/30, 1:30 - 5:00 pm
Where? PPL, Founders Suite A & B
