Public Programs & Performances
We invite our neighbors from across the greater Tucson area to experience the vibrant spirit of the Academy. Our signature events—from professional musical performances to engaging lectures by regional experts and our own talented Resident Members ⭐️ —are open to the public. Come join us at Academy Village for a unique blend of high-level expertise and genuine community connection.
If you cannot attend the lectures in person, you may attend via Zoom. Click this link for access!
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Monday, June 8
Tucson Homelessness
Tom Litwicki, M.ed: Chief Executive Officer, Old Pueblo Community Services
Tom Litwicki, Chief Executive Officer, Old Pueblo Community Services, will provide evidence from programs in the United States and Canada that shows the Housing First model is more effective than traditional approaches in reducing chronic and unsheltered homelessness. In Pima County, addressing homelessness will require continued investment in affordable housing, low-barrier shelters, Housing Choice Vouchers, and coordinated collaboration among community organizations and government agencies. Read More…
Wednesday, June 10 2:00 p.m. ASA Koffler Great Room
The Great Courses Summer Program – Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Creativity and the Brain
2:00pm – 3:00pm Episodes “The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence” and “How AI Works” followed by a brief snack break. Then 3:15pm – 4:15 Episodes “Creativity Is A Process” and “Evaluating The Creative Product”
This is a resident member-only event
Friday, June 12, 11:30 a.m.
ASA Koffler Great Room
ASA Concert – Violinist/vocalist Heather Hardy brings “A Taste of Jazz” to the ASA, with guitarist Ed Delucia, drummer Josh Caruthers, and NYC bassist Mike Merritt.
Sunday, June 7, 3:00 p.m.
ASA Koffler Great Room
ASA Concert – Talented young artists – pianist and violinist Ayla Moreno, and cellist Max Tagawa – present a recital of music by Beethoven, Chopin and Handel.
Tuesday, June 2 through August 31
ASA Art Gallery
ASA Art Gallery features many of our own resident members’ artwork from the ASA Art Classes held here in Academy Village. Their work will be on display and open to both the public and resident members starting with an Artists’ Reception on Tuesday, June 2 at 5:00pm.
Click here to view their remarkable work.
Don’t forget that most work is available for purchase.
Resident Life & Enrichment
ASA Members enjoy access to a curated curriculum of professional workshops and peer-led circles. These sessions are designed to foster lifelong learning and community connection.
These activities are reserved exclusively for Academy Village members
No scheduled member-class events scheduled for June at this time.