Picture Rocks Community Center

map5615 North Sanders Road
Tucson, AZ 85743
520-682-7166
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Community Center Staff

James Devlin, Community Recreation Center Coordinator
Angelica Aguayo, Recreation Leader
Ben Creighton, Cook

Hours

Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Community Center Services

Classes/Programs

After School ProgramAfter-school Program

Monday-Friday
The after-school program is open to children in kindergarten through the fifth grade. The program’s hours will be from the time school is dismissed to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Activities include homework help, reading program, group games, sports, arts and crafts, board and table games, special events, and more. The program is free except for some special events. Click HERE to register.

Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation facilities are not licensed childcare facilities under section 36-882 of A.R.S. The school-age youth programs are “at will” drop in programs and youth enrolled in the programs may come and go of their own volition.

Picture Rocks Sixth & Seventh Grade Club (Ages 11-13)

Tuesday-Thursday
Not sure what to do after school? Want to meet new friends and hang out with old ones? Want to play, explore, gain confidence, and may be even learn a little? Picture Rock Sixth & Seventh Grade Club might just be the right fit for you! Enjoy spending time with friends, challenging games, exploring nature, and learning skills that will last a lifetime. Click HERE to register.

photoPicture Rocks Knitting Circle

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Ever wanted to learn to how to knit? This program will give you the opportunity to explore your yarn side. No experience necessary, come out and socialize while learning knitting skills. Contact the community center at 520-682-7166 for a list of supplies needed for the class. Registration required, click HERE to register.

Water Color ProgramPicture Rocks Watercolor

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Ever wanted to learn to paint with watercolors? This program will give you the opportunity to explore your creative side. No experience necessary, come out and socialize while learning watercolor skills. Contact the community center at 520-682-7166 for a list of supplies needed for the class. Registration required, click HERE to register.

Line Dancing

Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Put on your boots and come have a fun learning to line dance! No experience required!

The Classics

The Classics offers group activities, recreational programs and volunteer opportunities to Pima County adults age 50 and older. Our goal is to provide a variety of pleasurable experiences that will enrich and enhance the social, educational, and physical well-being of all who participate in the Classics. The Classics provides social interaction through games, trips, theater presentations, movies and the opportunity to take part in community service projects.

Lending LibraryOther Programs

Lending Library 
For those avid readers a lending library is available at the center. The library is kept updated with some of the more recent titles as well as many of the older books. The books are donated by some individuals and some from the public library. Books are checked out on the honor system and we ask that borrowed books are returned so that others may also enjoy them. Open during normal business hours.

Senior Congregate Meal Program
Our Senior Congregate meals program is for community members aged 55 and over who meet financial requirements and are seeking socialization. Please contact the community center for more information.

Computer LabCommunity Services

Pima County Library Bookmobile
Third Friday, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Public Computers
We have computers available for public use. The lab is open Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Cookies & Hot Cocoa with Santa
Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
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3500 W. River Road
Tucson, AZ 85741

(520) 724-5000


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