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Networking event in Surprise to feature solutions for desert living

Surprise residents can mingle with professionals from the Middle East, while exploring solutions for thriving in dry environments, at a so-called Global Café event this week.

The Surprise Economic Development and Global Ties Arizona are hosting “Desert Dialogues: Exploring Life and Innovation in Arid Climates” from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25 at Arts HQ Gallery, 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza.

Admission for this event is $10, and includes coffee and pastries. Registration is required at globaltiesarizona.org.

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Networking event in Surprise to feature solutions for desert living

Posted Monday, September 22, 2025 12:00 pm

Surprise residents can mingle with professionals from the Middle East, while exploring solutions for thriving in dry environments, at a so-called Global Café event this week.

Admission for this event is $10, and includes coffee and pastries. Registration is required at globaltiesarizona.org.

Following the program, attendees are invited to tour the Surprise Xeriscape Garden with the Surprise Water Resource Management Department

Global Cafés are gatherings bringing together community members, professionals and global leaders to discuss pressing global issues and build cross-cultural connections.

For questions about this event, email Victoria Dowers at victoria@glolbaltiesarizona.org.