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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Pasta Drive & a Toy Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a pasta drive AND a toy drive every Saturday in November at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. \nyou can help by donating any of these needed items:\n\n\n\n\n\nPasta (all types) & Pasta Sauce (glass jars are okay!)\nToys for Foster Kids:  New and unwrapped\, please.\n\n\n\n\n\nDolls\, Books\, Lego® Sets\, Ear Pods\, Craft Kits\, Sports Balls\, Games\, RC Cars\, Makeup Sets & Mirrors\, Fidget Toys\, Trains\, and More!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-pasta-drive-a-toy-drive-for-gap-ministries/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T090000
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: The Society Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society’s History 2005- 2025 along with Jim Kriegh’s Meteorite Collection!\nJoin us at the Pusch House Museum as the Oro Valley Historical Society honors two decades of dedicated volunteers who have brought Steam Pump Ranch—the Heart of Oro Valley—to life. Discover stories\, tours\, and programs that keep Oro Valley history alive for residents\, visitors\, and future generations. \nTwink Monrad and Jim Kriegh Examining Meteorites \nA Sample of Jim Kriegh’s Meteorites Displayed at the Pusch House Museum \nYou’ll also discover a special feature highlighting Oro Valley Town founder Jim Kriegh’s fascinating space rock collection—meteorites! \nCheck out The Beginning: Oro Valley Historical Society by Pat Spoerl — one of the founders of OVHS.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-the-society-begins/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts an Electronics Drive for We Care Tucson
DESCRIPTION:💻  Give Your Old Tech a New Life — and Change a Life!\n\n✅ What We Accept:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComputers & laptops\nTablets & cell phones\nOther small electronics\n(Sorry\, no appliances or furniture.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🔒 Safe & Secure\n\n\n\n\n\nAll devices are securely wiped of personal information\nCertificate of destruction available upon request\nRefurbished or repurposed to benefit the Tucson community\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🌟 By Donating You…\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport digital equity and inclusion in Tucson\nHelp more people gain access to the technology they need\nKeep electronics out of landfills\n\n\n\n\n\n📸 Snap a Selfie with Pickleman! \nCan you find the REAL Pickleman? \nWhen you drop off your used electronics for recycling\, look for the Pickleman cutout—he’s popping up all around Oro Valley to promote the upcoming Pickle-icious Jingle Jam Pickleball Tournament this December! \nWho knows? You might even meet the real Pickelman while you’re there!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-an-electronics-drive-for-we-care-tucson/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="We Care Tucson":MAILTO:https://www.wecaretucson.org/contact-us
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T120000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Food Drive for Sol Dog Lodge Benefiting Marana Food Bank
DESCRIPTION:Sol Dog Lodge November 2025 Pet Food Donation Drive \nPet Food Drive Hosted by Sol Dog Lodge \nJoin the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Sol Dog Lodge to host a one-day pet food drive on Saturday\, November 1st at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch.  This benefits the Marana Food Bank. \nWhat to Donate: \n\nAny pet food donations:  Canned or Dry Kibble\,\n\nOpened bags are fine!  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-food-drive-for-sol-dog-lodge/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sol Dog Lodge":MAILTO:SolDogTeam@soldoglodge.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20251007T200532Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: The Society Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society’s History 2005- 2025 along with Jim Kriegh’s Meteorite Collection!\nJoin us at the Pusch House Museum as the Oro Valley Historical Society honors two decades of dedicated volunteers who have brought Steam Pump Ranch—the Heart of Oro Valley—to life. Discover stories\, tours\, and programs that keep Oro Valley history alive for residents\, visitors\, and future generations. \nTwink Monrad and Jim Kriegh Examining Meteorites \nA Sample of Jim Kriegh’s Meteorites Displayed at the Pusch House Museum \nYou’ll also discover a special feature highlighting Oro Valley Town founder Jim Kriegh’s fascinating space rock collection—meteorites! \nCheck out The Beginning: Oro Valley Historical Society by Pat Spoerl — one of the founders of OVHS.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-the-society-begins/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Every Saturday in October!! \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries-2/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20251007T200532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200440Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: The Society Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society’s History 2005- 2025 along with Jim Kriegh’s Meteorite Collection!\nJoin us at the Pusch House Museum as the Oro Valley Historical Society honors two decades of dedicated volunteers who have brought Steam Pump Ranch—the Heart of Oro Valley—to life. Discover stories\, tours\, and programs that keep Oro Valley history alive for residents\, visitors\, and future generations. \nTwink Monrad and Jim Kriegh Examining Meteorites \nA Sample of Jim Kriegh’s Meteorites Displayed at the Pusch House Museum \nYou’ll also discover a special feature highlighting Oro Valley Town founder Jim Kriegh’s fascinating space rock collection—meteorites! \nCheck out The Beginning: Oro Valley Historical Society by Pat Spoerl — one of the founders of OVHS.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-the-society-begins/2025-10-18/2/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T120000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Every Saturday in October!! \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries-2/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20251007T200532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200440Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: The Society Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society’s History 2005- 2025 along with Jim Kriegh’s Meteorite Collection!\nJoin us at the Pusch House Museum as the Oro Valley Historical Society honors two decades of dedicated volunteers who have brought Steam Pump Ranch—the Heart of Oro Valley—to life. Discover stories\, tours\, and programs that keep Oro Valley history alive for residents\, visitors\, and future generations. \nTwink Monrad and Jim Kriegh Examining Meteorites \nA Sample of Jim Kriegh’s Meteorites Displayed at the Pusch House Museum \nYou’ll also discover a special feature highlighting Oro Valley Town founder Jim Kriegh’s fascinating space rock collection—meteorites! \nCheck out The Beginning: Oro Valley Historical Society by Pat Spoerl — one of the founders of OVHS.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-the-society-begins/2025-10-18/1/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250901T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213324Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 2nd Tour @ 10:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-2nd-tour-1030-am-2/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T101500
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250829T211927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213156Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 1st Tour @ 9:15 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-first-tour-915-am/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20251001T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205703Z
UID:10000497-1760173200-1760184000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Every Saturday in October!! \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries-2/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250707T185846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T205739Z
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SUMMARY:See the Car You Could Win – Oct 11 at Steam Pump Ranch!
DESCRIPTION:Win Big with the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle!\nCome see the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige—the grand prize car—on display at Steam Pump Ranch from 9 AM to noon on Saturday\, October 11\, 2025! \n🎟️ Purchase raffle tickets at the OVHS booth during the Farmers Market or inside the Pusch House Museum (free tours available!). Can’t make it that day? Buy online anytime until November 30th.  The drawing will be held December 11\, 2025. \nPurchase Tickets to Win a 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige\, Plane Tickets or Cash! \nYou could win one of these great prizes: \n\n\n\n2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige\nTwo First-Class Round-Trip Airline Tickets Anywhere in the World (restrictions apply)\n$5\,000 in cash\n\n\n\nTickets: $25 each or 5 for $100\nAvailable every Saturday from September 6 – November 22. \nVisit Millions for Tucson for raffle rules and more information. \n💯 Best part? The Oro Valley Historical Society keeps 100% of the proceeds!\nSupport local history—and maybe win big—by purchasing your ticket today! \nWhile there\, stop by the Pusch House Museum to see our current exhibit\, Restoring the Past.\nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/win-big-with-the-jim-click-millions-for-tucson-raffle/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250829T224635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205818Z
UID:10000474-1759568400-1759579200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13\, 20\, 27\, and October 4. \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items. \n  \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
UID:10000460-1759568400-1759579200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250717T203420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205959Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Food Drive for ICS
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Interfaith Community Services (ICS) to host a one-day food drive on Saturday\, October 4th at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. \nWhat to Donate \nHoliday Items: \n\nInstant\, canned\, or fresh potatoes and yams\nCranberry sauce\nCanned veggies\, especially green beans and corn\nBoxed and bagged stuffing mix\nBoxed baking mixes (Bisquick\, Jiffy)\nGravy mix or canned gravy\nCanned pumpkin\nCream of mushroom soup\n\nPantry Staples \n\nPeanut butter\nCanned meat: tuna\, chicken\, Spam\, etc.\nMeals in pop-top cans: chill\, ravioli\, etc.\nCanned pasta sauce (no glass\, please)\nPasta\nCanned fruit & veggies\n\nNote: While ICS’s food drive runs throughout the month of October\, they will only be collecting donations at Steam Pump Ranch on Saturday\, October 4th. To donate at any other time\, please contact ICS directly.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-food-drive-for-ics/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Community Services (ICS)":MAILTO:ekillian@icstucson.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250829T224635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205818Z
UID:10000473-1758963600-1758974400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13\, 20\, 27\, and October 4. \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items. \n  \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gap-Ministries-Clothing-Drive-Flyer.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
UID:10000459-1758963600-1758974400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Pump-House-Renovation-at-Steam-Pump-Ranch-2014_Full-View.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250829T224635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205818Z
UID:10000472-1758358800-1758369600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13\, 20\, 27\, and October 4. \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items. \n  \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gap-Ministries-Clothing-Drive-Flyer.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
UID:10000458-1758358800-1758369600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Pump-House-Renovation-at-Steam-Pump-Ranch-2014_Full-View.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250829T224635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205818Z
UID:10000471-1757754000-1757764800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13\, 20\, 27\, and October 4. \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items. \n  \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gap-Ministries-Clothing-Drive-Flyer.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
UID:10000457-1757754000-1757764800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Pump-House-Renovation-at-Steam-Pump-Ranch-2014_Full-View.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250829T212346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T212346Z
UID:10000465-1757154600-1757158200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 2nd Tour @ 10:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-2nd-tour-1030-am/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T101500
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250901T162323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T162323Z
UID:10000476-1757150100-1757153700@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 1st Tour @ 9:15 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-1st-tour-915-am/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
UID:10000456-1757149200-1757160000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Pump-House-Renovation-at-Steam-Pump-Ranch-2014_Full-View.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250524T030842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T232003Z
UID:10000439-1751464800-1751475600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Typically\, OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nHowever\, due to scheduling conflicts\, this meeting is moved from June 26th to July 2 and will be held in the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Board-Meeting-Logo-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250421T215329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T221308Z
UID:10000438-1746867600-1746878400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Historic Ranches of North Tucson and Oracle Tour Presented by Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation
DESCRIPTION:The historic Steam Pump Ranch in Oro Valley will be the starting point for this year’s Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation Spring Home Tour on Saturday\, May 10. \nCelebrating its 40th anniversary\, the Foundation has arranged a self-guided tour of historic ranches\, dating from the 1800’s to the 1940’s that have never been featured on any of their annual tours. Attendees will see exceptional examples of Arizona ranches that helped shape the architectural and cultural identity of the Southwest on an unforgettable journey through Arizona’s past. \nRegistrants will pick up a map\, wristband\, and shoe covers at the registration table in front of the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch anytime between 9 a.m. and noon. \nOVHS docents will provide information about the Ranch – the buildings\, past residents\, heritage gardens\, historical aspects of the ranch\, and why it is called Steam Pump Ranch! \nOn that day from 8 a.m. – noon\, the Heirloom Farmers’ Market and the Makers’ Market will also be available to visitors to the Ranch. \nHome Tour signs will guide visitors to the check in point in front of the museum for the Historic Home Tour\, and you will have the opportunity to shop for fresh foods and locally made crafts while at the Ranch before you start your journey to Oracle.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/historic-ranches-of-north-tucson-and-oracle-tour-presented-by-tucson-historic-preservation-foundation/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation":MAILTO:info@preservetucson.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250411T152617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T223858Z
UID:10000432-1745658000-1745668800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Historic Route 80/Oracle Road – Our Town’s Main Street
DESCRIPTION:Discover this historic significance of Oracle Road/Historic Route 80. \nCan you imagine that the Oracle Road that we drive on almost every day was not paved until the 1930’s? \nCome find out about this major artery’s history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oracle-road-historic-route-80-oracle-road-our-towns-main-street-2-3/2025-04-26/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/8a14fe1b-ead2-4cd9-b64e-8988fe3bb0fe-AZ_US_80_sign.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105332
CREATED:20250413T154030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191621Z
UID:10000424-1745058600-1745062200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch - 10:30am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment and what makes it so special.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/walking-tours-at-steam-pump-ranch-2-3/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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