Maricopa artists can submit designs for a new wrap for the Pacana Park Fitness Court. The City encourages a site visit for scale and details rules in the application form, with the deadline set for September 5, 2024.

Mesa encourages residents to practice rainwater harvesting during a predicted drier season and provides online resources and tips for sustainable water saving.

The S'edav Va'aki Museum in Phoenix is closing for refurbishment, including its lobby and "Dig It" gallery. A new exhibit will focus on indigenous farming, and digital resources remain available during closure.

The Maricopa Library & Cultural Center is accepting submissions for its 'Good Times in Fall' art gallery. Local artists must email applications by August 5, 2024, for the September-December show.

The Tempe Center for the Arts announced seven local performing groups as Resident Companies for 2024-2027, promising a diverse array of cultural events.

The Mesa Arts Center adds four new shows, including performances by Michael Carbonaro, Home Free, Vir Das, and Jesse Cook, to its 20th Anniversary lineup.

Maricopa launches an All-Ages Summer Coloring Contest, with submissions accepted through July 31, 2024, featuring local themes and prizes for various age groups.

Phoenix's S'edav Va'aki Museum celebrates World Atlatl Day on June 1st, inviting the public to try the atlatl, an ancient spear-throwing device, as part of 602 Day festivities.

Casa Grande's Arts & Cultural Commission offers funding for artistic projects celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, accepting nonprofit applications until July 1st.

The Chandler Museum hosts "After OVERLORD," an exhibition of WWII combat photos by Leander P. Zwick Jr., documenting the Normandy front post-D-Day. The free exhibit runs until July 14th.

Scottsdale is set to host a Juneteenth event at the Performing Arts Center on June 15 to honor freedom and unity, with Mayo Clinic as a sponsor, featuring activities, food, music, and education on the historic significance of the day.

The Green Gilbert Artwork Contest winners were announced, with Ava Goodwin's "Do Something Drastic, Cut the Plastic” earning top honors. Their art will be featured on Gilbert's waste vehicles.

Nayel Garcia won first place at the Avondale Civic Center Library's high school art contest, with other students receiving awards and scholarships for their artwork.