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Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who...

Free with Admission

Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing...

Free with Admission

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Desert Birding at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park 6109 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction

Meet in the Palo Verde Day Use area and learn how to distinguish between birds and seek out our avian friends from hawks to hummingbirds throughout the trail! Be prepared...

Free with Park Fee

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more!

Free with Admission

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Learn about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem and its unique plants and animals during this guided hike with Ranger Eric.   Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Lab

Petrified Forest National Park 1 Park Rd, Petrified Forest National Park

Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission

Free with Admission

National Park Service: Garden Walk (West District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert! 

Free with Park Fee

Butterfly Wonderland: Holiday Story Time and Critter Visit

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

Embark on a Magical Holiday Adventure at Butterfly Wonderland! Join us in the Butterfly Theater for an enchanting Story Time, where dynamic storytellers bring the rainforest to life with captivating...

Free with Admission

Desert Botanical Garden: Docent Tour

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Free with general admission. 10am and 11am tours Discover how plants have adapted to the desert environment with a volunteer docent-led tour. See the Garden’s living collection with plants from...

Free with Admission

Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library

Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman

This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10...

Free

National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk

Coronado National Memorial 4101 W Montezuma Canyon Rd, Hereford

Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more!...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Geology Talk Ranger Program

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 11 am. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology...

Free with Park Fee

Yuma County Library District: Do You Want to Build a Snowman (Launcher)?

Yuma County Library District - Foothills Library 13226 E. South Frontage Rd., Yuma

Join us as we combine physics and fun with this wintery STEAM challenge! Patrons will create their own snowmen “snowball” launchers and test their creations and the laws of motion...

Free

Avondale Public Library: Ayuda con Aparatos Electronicos

Avondale Public Library - Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library 495 E. Western Ave., Avondale

Aproveche nuestra ayuda personalizada de 45-minutos para cualquier persona que necesite asistencia básica con el uso del teléfono móvil, la tableta, la computadora, la descarga de libros electrónicos, el streaming...

Free

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience.  Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...

Free – $25

The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour

The University of Arizona Steward Observatory 933 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson

This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...

$20 – $25

National Park Service: Wasson Peak Moonlight Hike

Saguaro National Park Tucson

This guided hike climbs 1700 feet to the highest point in the Tucson Mountains, arriving just in time to enjoy the 360-degree view of the sunset. The descent of the...

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Public Library: T.n.T. – TECH

Pima County Public Library - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson

After school activities with a focus on technologies for teens only. We'll have robotics and 3D printers and vinyl-cutters available as well as smaller tech projects based on available supplies....

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: Verde Valley Photographic Society

Yavapai County Free Library District - Camp Verde Community Library 130 Black Bridge Rd., Camp Verde

The science of good photography does not have to remain a mystery. Join this group of photographic artists wishing to make a statement with their art. Come, amateur photographers or professionals!...

Free

National Park Service: Canyon Connections Ranger Talk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Discover a deeper connection to the Grand Canyon. Join a ranger to dive into the canyon's diverse ecosystems, rich cultural heritage, or ever-changing landscape. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join a ranger for a 20-30 minute stroll through the cactus garden to learn about the Saguaro cactus and other plants of the Sonoran Desert. Accessible program. 

Free with Park Fee

Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library

Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman

This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are...

Free

National Park Service: Ranger Talk! (West District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger...

Free with Park Fee

Scottsdale Public Library: Cube Club

Scottsdale Public Library - Arabian Library 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd., Scottsdale

Monthly gathering for teens & tweens interested in solving the Rubik's Cube, learning new tips and tricks, practicing with a speedcubing timer, trying different twisty-puzzles, and making mosaic art out...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: El Mirage Garden Club

MCLDAZ - El Mirage Library 14011 N. 1st Ave., El Mirage

Join the El Mirage Garden Club for our fourth meeting of the season! We'll be building scarecrows using old newspapers and hand-me-down clothes!

Free

Mesa Public Library: Sewing – for Teens

Mesa Public Library - Main Branch 64 E. First St., Mesa

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.   This month we will be making stockings.

Free

Mesa Public Library: Holiday STEAM

Mesa Public Library - Dobson Ranch Branch 2425 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa

Get in the holiday spirit by participating in festive STEAM activities, while supplies last. Stretch your imagination using science! We'll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math....

Free

Yuma County Library District: DIY Bath Fizzies

Yuma County Library District - Heritage Library 350 Third Ave., Yuma

Join us and learn how to make your very own bath fizzy! Makes the perfect gift for others or even yourself! All supplies will be provided. Limited spaces ages 13-17.

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Incoming!

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect...

Free – $14

Buckeye Public Library: STEAM Ages 8 – 12

Buckeye Public Library System- Downtown Branch 310 N. 6th St., Buckeye

STEAM is science, technology, engineering, art, and math all wrapped into one. STEAM combines subjects that are known to increase critical thinking and problem-solving skills through fun and unique hands-on...

Free

Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night

Science Vortex 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood

Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00 Free thanks to...

Free

Pinal County Library District: B.U.S. Pass Orientation

Pinal County Library District - Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction

Have you ever wondered how to use a 3D Printer, Cricut, or Poster Printer? Learn Basic Use and Safety (B.U.S.) of all the devices in our Makerspace and become certified...

Free

National Park Service: Night Comes Alive (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Half the park is after dark! Join a ranger in the evening hours as night-prowling creatures begin to emerge. This is a 1-1.5 mile hike, and location varies. Regardless of...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition,  ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle,...

$25 – $35

Glendale Public Library: Candlemaking for Teens

Glendale Public Library - Main Library 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale

Teens, ages 12 to 18, are welcome to join an exciting soy candle crafting event! Discover the fundamentals of candle making while we provide all the necessary supplies, including a...

Free

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling...

Arizona WordPress Group: Advanced WordPress Developer Meetup

Dive into a dynamic WordPress meetup tailored for advanced users steering businesses focused on WordPress services and products. Engage with a diverse community that shares insights, strategies, and support to...

Free