Upcoming Tours & Programs
december 3, 8:30am-5pm
Borderlands Day Tour
Ranching to Vineyards Tour
In the arid Southwest, ranching has dominated agriculture, with historically large ranches and a vibrant cowboy culture. Join us for a full day learning about the history of ranching and vineyards in Santa Cruz County. We will visit the Santa Fe Ranch near Nogales, then travel to the Sonoita-Elgin wine appellation, and finally to Sonoita Vineyards where Arizona’s first commercial vineyard and winery began. Catered “ranchero” included and an opportunity for wine tasting!
December 9, 4-5:30pm
Let’s Speak Spanish!
Let’s Speak Spanish Winter Orientation
Join us for this virtual orientation about our Spanish classes. Find out which class is best for you and meet some of our skilled language facilitators. Also learn about our newest weekly online study guides featuring embedded audio to help you advance faster!
december 9, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca. This tour is now FULL. Click to join the waitlist.
December 10, 10-11:30am
Borderlands Literature & Film Circle
“The Long Walk of Carlos Guerrero” with Filmmaker Joseph Mathew
Our December interview is with award-winning filmmaker Joseph Mathew-Varghese. In the film, Carlos Guerrero, a New York City chef, decides to visit his sick mother in Mexico, knowing full well he is taking the ultimate risk as an undocumented immigrant. The film follows his epic journey back to New York. While fictional, it is a feature film inspired by real immigrant journeys and stories.
december 12, Reception at 4:30 and concert 5:30-7pm
Special Event
Concert: Tish Hinojosa with Gary Nabhan
In honor of the Feast Day of our Lady of Guadalupe we are pleased to announce an evening with acclaimed singer and songwriter Tish Hinojosa at the cozy Tin Shed Theater in Patagonia. She will be joined by renowned ethnobotanist and storyteller Gary Nabhan. The event will begin with a brief honoring of our Lady of Guadalupe and optional reception offering tamales, tequila and wine.
January
Let’s Speak Spanish!
Spanish Classes Begin
Let's Speak Spanish is designed to build conversational skills for beginning to advanced Spanish learners. Using a unique combination of entertaining videos, targeted learning tools, and intensive group conversation practice, Let's Speak Spanish can give a jump start for learners seeking real world conversation opportunities. All classes meet on Zoom.
january 7, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca.
January 14, 2-3:30pm
Borderlands Forum
“How Did We Get Here? 2025 U.S. Immigration Policy at the Southern Border and Within” with Alyson Ball
Join us for this free event at the United Methodist Church of Green Valley. Alyson Ball will review what occurred during 2025, explore how border issues influenced the national situation, and discuss how national policies are impacting both the southern border and interior communities nationwide.
january 21, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca.
january 27-28
Multi-Day Borderlands Tour
Tohono O’odham Cultural Center & Ajo, Arizona
Join us for an overnight tour of the town of Ajo, a cultural, historical, and humanitarian aid hub. On the way there, enjoy a private tour of Himdaq Ki. In Ajo, we’ll stay at the lovely Sonora Desert Inn and tour Ajo’s murals, artist housing complex, town center, and other historic sites, as well as the Ajo Humanitarian Aid office to hear about migration in the area. This tour is full! Click below to join the waitlist.
february 4, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca.
february 19-23
Multi-Day Borderlands Tour
Kino Bay Tour
Located on the edge of the Sonoran Desert and shores of the Gulf of California, this region contains incredibly rich, diverse, and unique desert, marine, and island ecosystems. During this five day educational tour, participants will experience the Bahia de Kino region and learn about community-based conservation initiatives, species monitoring, indigenous knowledge, and bio-cultural history. This tour is in partnership with the Prescott College Kino Bay Center for Cultural & Ecological Studies. This tour is now full. Click below to join the waitlist.
february 19, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca.
march 4, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca.
march 18, 8:30am-5:30pm
Cross-Border Day Tour
Nogales, Sonora
On this tour we will visit two of our partner nonprofit organizations in Nogales, Sonora and learn about the value of “social investment” in cultivating community with our neighbors. For lunch we will enjoy the best burrito ever, featuring Sonoran tortillas at Burrito Hass. Then learn about the vast city of Nogales, Sonora as we tour the various neighborhoods. We will end the day with coffee and flan at La Roca.
march 30-april 6
Multi-Day Tour
Oaxaca Tour
BCA and Connect@Oaxaca invite you on this week-long journey to explore the true heart of Mexico’s vibrant arts traditions in Oaxaca during Semana Santa. Each day will bring you closer to the creative people whose lives are devoted to mastering art forms that are appreciated around the world, touching on important issues of authenticity, ingenuity, and invention.
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