In years gone by, the town park or town square was a gathering place. A place where festivals were held, music played from the gazebo, and young lovers held hands. In Patagonia, it still is. With its charming gazebo and columns, […]
The News
According to the experts at the Sky Islands Alliance, the Sky Islands we hold near and dear are a magical place indeed. Did you know more than 7,000 species of plants and animals—including over half of the birds in North […]
What ARE the Sky Islands?
As you can see from the photos, the December 12th book presentation gala was a huge success. A rapt “standing room only” crowd enjoyed the book presentation & reading by Peg Bowden, as well as the musical performance by the […]
It was SRO at The Global Arts Gallery
Sandwiches for breakfast or lunch are now on the menu. Made to order just as you like them. Arrive early and we now have hot, made-to-order breakfast sandwiches. Sausage, bacon, eggs, and cheese all served on either a fresh croissant […]
The Ovens of Patagonia Offers “Made to Order”
Rooted in the past. Involved in the present. Investing in the future. That’s the way the Dos Palmas owners describe their approach to life and it’s easy to understand why. Rooted in the PAST is a reference to Dos Palmas […]
Dos Palmas Vacation Home Pays It Forward
The shops in Patagonia are getting ready for the 18th annual Art Walk , as evidenced by the recent activity in Global Arts Gallery. Owner Adrienne Halpert is featuring the work of renown area artist, Linda Rosenfield and the artist […]
Getting Ready for the 2019 Holiday Art Walk
With your help we have celebrated 20 years of low cost or free programming. Serving kids from 5-18, these programs leave a lasting impression on the youth in our community. In addition to the kids’ classes we are proud to offer […]
Patagonia Creative Arts Association Update
The Paton Center just grew, by 5 acres! After 4 years of ongoing work with The Nature Conservancy, Tucson Audubon Society now owns the Paton Creekside Cuckoo Corridor instead of just managing it for TNC. That’s 5 new acres to bird and explore with an […]
Excellent News For Our Local Birders
Thanks to our friends at Borderlands Restoration Network, we now know that the gorgeous golden blooms that adorn our hills this fall are Long-Leaf False Goldeneye (Heliomeris longifolia). The late season pollinators are big fans as are the two legged […]
It’s a Treat When the Sky Islands Turn Golden
Join your fellow adventurers on Saturday, November 9, at 8 am as we depart from Patagonia to Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico. Transportation will be provided by South of the Border Tours. We will lodge at Hotel Hacienda in Casas Grandes […]
The Patagonia Museum Mata Ortiz Bus Tour
Get a glimpse of the project the Patagonia Creative Arts Association/Tin Shed Theater has been working on for the Patagonia Fall Festival info tent. PCAA provides much needed art instruction within the Patagonia School district and in addition offers arts-related […]
Patagonia Creative Arts Association in Action
This year’s festival will host top-of-the-line entertainment each day on the event main stage in the Arizona Craft Distillers Guild’s Beer, Wine & Spirits Garden. Entertainers represent an internationally touring mix of performers with musical styles ranging from bluegrass and […]
Music Lineup Announced for Patagonia Fall Festival, October 12 & ...
The Tucson Audubon’s Paton Center for Hummingbirds is very happy to report good use of their recently added Little Library! They say that the books are happily coming and going. If you are coming to Paton to check out the […]
The Paton Center Little Library
The concept of a free lending library has been around for a few years but the new one at the Tucson Audubon Paton Center is extra special. Why? Because it was a cooperative effort built by locals including the 6th […]
Tucson Audubon Paton Center Little Library
Mountain biking in the Mountain Empire varies from groomed dirt roads to technical single track. Here are three scenic rides you might like to try. Harshaw Loop This is an easy 13 mile loop that includes pavement and dirt road. […]
3 Scenic Rides in the Sky Islands
This hike is moderately difficult. The trail is the service road to the fire lookout station on the summit of Red Mountain. In years past, this was no doubt one of many mining roads in the Patagonia Mountains, but in […]
Hiking Red Mountain
One of the most beautiful areas to explore on the outskirts of Patagonia is Temporal Canyon which lies to the north between the town and the approach to Mount Wrightson. Take 1st Avenue off Highway 82 just west of the […]
A Hike in Temporal Canyon
This 2.1 mile loop hike is close to downtown Patagonia and takes about an hour, It is an ideal “before-breakfast walk” for anyone staying at the local hotel or bed and breakfast lodgings. Your route follows reasonably level back roads […]
Hiking the Mountain Empire – North Loop 2.1 Miles
IT’S OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY! Here are the achievements and partnerships we will celebrate this year: An Art partnership with the Patagonia Elementary, Middle and High School – that’s five days a week of art classes on campus! The Tin […]