The Tempe EnVision Center is a one-stop resource and resilience hub designed to boost community resilience, health, wellbeing and self-reliance — residents can take advantage of various programming from skill development to health resources and more. 

The center aims to enhance residents' quality of life through job help, wellness classes, housing assistance, energy education, emergency preparedness and more, a city release explained. 

Located inside EnVision Center, The Hive is where community meets technology with free internet access, one-on-one tech support and onsite resources such as 3D printers and robotics tools. 

Residents can sign up now for activities like podcasting and iMovie workshops, a walk-in job fair, a mental wellness series and diabetes education classes. 

Tempe EnVision Center is open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and The Hive is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from noon to 6 p.m. and Tuesday and Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Upcoming  programs that residents can take advantage of include:

Diabetes Empowerment - Every Tuesday through Feb. 18 | 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

• Did you know every one in five people have diabetes and don't know it? Join Unlimited Potential for its Diabetes Empowerment Education Program to learn how to prevent and control diabetes. Register here.

Mental wellness series - Each Tuesday, Feb. 4-25 | 5:30 to 7 p.m.

• Join the YWCA for a free, four-part series that creates a space for Black women to share their personal journeys in mental wellness, inspire others and foster community. Each session features a mental health professional who reflects on her journey and aspirations, followed by interactive audience engagement. The series aims to empower participants, reduce stigma around mental health and connect individuals with resources and support networks. Learn more here.

Podcasting and iMovie - Wednesday, Feb. 12 for ages 8-17 and Wednesday, Feb. 19 for ages 18 and up | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

• Unleash your creativity and share your voice in this hands-on workshop. Explore the art of podcasting by recording and editing your own audio content, then take it to the next level with iMovie by creating captivating visuals to complement your story. No experience needed. Youth registration can be found here, and registration for the adult class can be found here.

Walk-in job fair - Thursday, Feb. 20 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• This event from the city of Tempe and Arizona@Work offers onsite interviews with employers from various industries, including education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing and more. Job seekers are encouraged to attend and may even secure a position on the spot. Send questions to erika.read@maricopa.gov.

Virtual reality futures - Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

• Step into the future with this immersive workshop exploring the transformative power of virtual reality.  Whether you're a student, educator or professional, join us for hands-on learning, skill building and innovative solutions for real-world challenges. Register here.

CPR training - Feb. 27, March 27 and April 24 | 9 a.m. to noon

• Sign up for CPR/AED and first aid certification classes. The blended learning approach combines a self paced review of training materials provided upon registration to prepare for a written test, followed by an in person class session where you'll practice and perform hands-on CPR skills. This is not a Basic Life Support certification class.
• During the scheduled in-person session, there will be a written test and an opportunity to review and ask questions about the learning materials received at registration. There will be skills practice followed by a performance evaluation of your skills.
• Upon successful completion of the written test and skills performance evaluations, you will receive your certification card the same day.
• When registering via email, provide the workshop name, date/time, location; first and last name; email and phone number. Registration can be sent to HSDTrainingTeam@maricopa.gov.