PVCC Featured Events

Puma’s Got Talent! An event where students can bring their talents outside of the classroom!

Similar to America's Got Talent, this event is a chance for students to show their talents outside of the classroom to a panel of judges, and possibly win a prize if they are ranked highest among the participants. 

St. Mary's Food Distribution

PVCC is excited to launch 1st Fridays Story Time & More! Families are welcome to the college for a story during the first Friday of every month, ready by a PVCC employee or student. Immediately following the story, children in attendance are invited to participate in an educational experience. Feel free to leave suggestions for stories and activities to be used at future events!

Event is Free and open to the public!

April is Community College Month! 

To celebrate the impact of community colleges in the Valley, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) is thrilled to offer students, staff and alumni a special discounted admission rate on Saturday, April 4, 2026. 

You, along with one guest, will receive 50% off general museum admission and free entry to MIM's special exhibition, The Magical Flute: Beauty, Enchantment, and Power. For just $10, enjoy a full day of music and culture at one of the nation’s top music museums and the number one attraction in Phoenix! You must present your college ID at Guest Services. 

Panel presentation by Americorps, Peace Corps, and Missionary veterans

Let's Talk Conversation Circle

Every other Wednesday from 12-1pm 

Join us for the NEW Let's Talk - Conversation series. Students, Faculty and staff are welcome to bring their lunch and/or snack for inclusive workshops on various topics! This will take place every other Wednesday in the Intercultural Center.

Intercultural Center Game Hour

Every other Thursday from 12-1pm starting on February 12th.

Students, Faculty and staff are welcome to join the ICC for a weekly game hour. The game selection will be different every week. Games may include, but at not limited, Pictionary, Jenga, Loteria, Uno, etc.

More Protein with Plants

Thursday, 4/9/26 4:30-7:00pm , Q515, Anthony Kern, $25

Looking to get more protein AND vegetables in your meals?

Come learn about plant protein! In this hands-on cooking class, participants will learn the health benefits of incorporating more of these protein-rich vegetables into their meals and snacks. We will explore foods such as beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Participants will learn how to combine ingredients to make complete proteins, enhance flavor using herbs and spices, and prepare balanced meals that are deliciously satisfying.  

Reserve your seat today, enrollment is capped at 12 to maintain an interactive learning environment. You will also earn your 1 wellness point for attendance! 

Reserve Your Spot Here

For more information, please contact Angela Jordan, Nutrition & Dietetic Program Director, by phone (602) 787-6572 or email angela.jordan@paradisevalley.edu 

BETWEEN THE LINES

Music & Lyrics by Kate Anderson and Elyssa Samsel

Book by Jodi Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald

Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer

Directed by Andrea Robertson

Musical Synopsis:

"Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story."

Center for the Performing Arts | Paradise Valley Community College

Performances: April 10, 11, 17, 18 at 7:00pm | April 12, 19 at 2:00pm

Tickets: $20 adults; $15 seniors; $12 staff/alumni/military; $10 students; $8 children (12 years and younger)

A $2 fee will be added to all tickets bought at the door. Online sales will not have this fee.

Buy Tickets Now!

Recipes & Everyday Pantry Items

Thursday, 4/16/26 4:30-7:00pm , Q515, Anthony Kern, $25

Discover how to create delicious, satisfying meals using ingredients you already have at home!

Recipes with Everyday Pantry Items is a practical, budget-friendly cooking class designed to help participants turn simple staples into flavorful, nutritious dishes. In this hands-on session, we’ll explore how to build balanced, nutrient-dense meals using common pantry items such as canned beans, rice, pasta, canned vegetables, broth, spices, nut butters, and shelf-stable grains. Participants will learn how to combine these ingredients with fresh or frozen foods to maximize flavor, stretch their grocery budget, and reduce food waste. Enrollment is capped at 12 to maintain an interactive learning environment. You will also earn your 1 wellness point for attendance. 

Reserve Your Spot Here!

For more information, please contact Angela Jordan, Nutrition & Dietetic Program Director, by phone (602) 787-6572 or email angela.jordan@paradisevalley.edu