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Arizona Worm Farm: Flower Pounding

Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix

Flower imprinting, also known as flower pounding or eco-printing, is a craft technique where you transfer the natural pigments from flowers to paper or fabric by pounding them, creating unique...

$20.00

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 all-new...

Free with Admission

City of Chandler: Birding Tour of Veterans Oasis Park

Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler

It's a day of feathers and flora. Discover a birding haven at Veterans Oasis Park on expert-led walks by the lake, recharge basins, desert and riparian habitat to learn about...

$7 – $10

Liberty Wildlife: Free Nature Walk

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Meet in the lobby at Liberty Wildlife for a departure of 8:30. Will return about 9:30/10am Nature Walk is free. If you chose to stay for open hours, we ask...

Free

Arizona Worm Farm: Luffa Bar Soap

Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix

Learn how to make your own exfoliating bar soap using dried luffa, herbs, and flowers straight from the garden! We will provide molds, multiple soap bases, plant materials, and essential...

$30.00

The University of Arizona: Digging Deep Into Decimals Part 2 (IMPACTS-Elem)

Decimals are introduced as fractions in fourth grade and as magnitudes of place value in fifth grade. How do we make strong connections between these ideas and domains? How do we help students develop a robust understanding of decimals? And how do we help students learn conceptual strategies for operations with decimals? Come and explore...

Free

Arizona Worm Farm: Intro to Gardening

Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix

We've compiled everything we think every beginner gardener should know, and jam-packed it into an hour class. From setting up your growing space to harvesting the fruits of your labor,...

$35.00

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Hunter/Gatherers – Educational Walk

McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale

Join our expert Archaeologist as we explore the challenges of the Archaic hunter and gatherer to survive and thrive in the Sonoran Desert of 2,000 years ago. See important desert...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Metate in the Morning

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek

Come along a roughly 2-mile hike along a seasonal stream, through a mesquite bosque, and back down an old dirt road. Discuss the history of Spur Cross. Watch for wildlife....

Free with Park Fee

Tucson Medical Center: Breastfeeding Basics

Tucson Medical Center 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson

Our Breastfeeding Basics class helps improve families' chances for breastfeeding success. Through step-by-step instructions and 3D animation, class participants learn the benefits of breastfeeding, how to achieve a deep latch,...

$45.00

Town of Gilbert: HSI Child & Babysitting Safety Training

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

The Childcare & Babysitting Safety (CABS) course, helps build confidence, self-esteem and skills necessary to care for infants and children on a daily basis and in emergency situations. Topics include:...

$65.00

Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Nature Niños Activity

Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day...

Free with Admission

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

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

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Free with Admission

Arizona Worm Farm: VIP Tour

Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix

VIP tour of the Arizona Worm Farm, including our breeding operations, castings production, organic egg production, and food forest. You will learn how we breed thousands of worms, meet our...

$25.00

Arizona Worm Farm: Pickling 101

Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix

Learn how to pickle vegetables straight from the garden! We will provide three 16 oz mason jars, vegetables, and materials to pickle cucumbers, carrots, and other vegetables. We'll harvest, take...

$35.00

Phoenix Public Library: Aqua Aware Arizona

Phoenix Public Library - Cesar Chavez Library 3635 W. Baseline Rd., Phoenix

What’s in Our Water? Join students from Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center for a hands-on look at Arizona’s groundwater! Learn how water becomes contaminated, explore the science of filtration, and participate...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: Ask A Master Gardener

MCLDAZ - Georgia T. Lord Library 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear

Enjoy gardening? Do you have garden challenges you’d like to overcome? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden,...

Free

Mesa Public Library: Ask A Master Gardener

Mesa Public Library - Red Mountain Branch 635 N. Power Rd., Mesa

University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. If you have been wondering when, what, where, and...

Free

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under...

Free – $10

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: 50th Anniversary Free Day

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

December 13 marks 50 years of discovery for Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium! Celebrate with us by enjoying a day at Flandrau free of charge. Learn about cosmic chemistry, the...

Free

Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15.00

Town of Gilbert: Riparian Parent/Tot Wonderful Winter

Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch 2757 E. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert

Come explore the wonders of winter at the Riparian Preserve! We'll take a look at the snowy season and the chilly weather that comes with it! Participants can expect story...

$5.00

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (Morning Tour)

The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley

Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...

Free

Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost

Children's Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., Tucson

We are all Scientists!  CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore...

Free with Admission

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Mammal Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you!  Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn...

$350

Glendale Public Library: Tween & Teen Coding Club

Glendale Public Library - Foothills Library 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale

Join Manas, our Teen coding instructor, and learn what coding is & how to it, or improve your current abilities. Develop logical thinking skills through small scratch projects and explore...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Learn about diverse desert plant life on a short hike with Ranger Nikki. We will see cacti, trees, perennial shrubs and annual plants and discuss their life cycles and survival...

Free with Park Fee

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

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (Afternoon Tour)

The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley

Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...

Free

Cave Creek Museum: Gold Fever Jeep Adventure

Cave Creek Museum 6140 E . Skyline Dr., Cave Creek

This exclusive Cave Creek Museum adventure is a “must”! Cave Creek Museum has partnered with Rackensack Canyon Tours to bring Arizona’s one and only total gold mining experience to life. ...

$145.00

Mesa Public Library: Building Blocks Club

Mesa Public Library - Gateway Branch 5036 S. Eastmark Pkwy., Mesa

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

Free

City of Tempe: Launch it!

Clark Park Community Center 1730 S. Roosevelt St., Tempe

Rocketeers will design and build a rocket that will keep their “eggstronaut” from cracking as it makes its way back to earth with a sunny-side up landing. We’ll use STEAM...

$33.00

HeatSync Labs: Light-Up Graham Cracker Houses

HeatSync Labs 108 W. Main St., Mesa

Make the house of your dreams in graham crackers including lights and candies to decorate it for the holidays. We will use graham crackers, royal frosting, LED’s, gum drops and...

$17.00

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Junior Ranger Winter Break Program

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Come see Ranger Kevin to learn everything you need to know about the Junior Ranger program! He’ll get you set up with the activity book and even point you in the direction of lots of great places in our county parks to visit where kids can work on the activities. Note: While the activities can...

Free with Park Fee

Mesa Public Library: Family Holiday Card Design Cutting

Mesa Public Library - Gateway Branch 5036 S. Eastmark Pkwy., Mesa

Tis the season to be making, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Learn to cut a holiday greeting, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la We'll provide all of the equipment, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Let's create together in THINKspot, fa-la-la-la-la,...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ranger-narrated Lake Cruise

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Explore the beauty of Lake Pleasant on a cruise narrated by a Park Ranger. Learn about the history, flora and fauna of this oasis in the desert that serves as...

$30.00

Arizona Science Center: CREATE – LaterLab

CREATE at Arizona Science Center 105 N. 5th St., Phoenix

LaterLab is the ultimate playground for innovation, creativity, and connection! Designed for Makers of all kinds, this hands-on space in CREATE at Arizona Science Center® invites you to bring your...

$20.00

Mesa Public Library: Merry Main Street STEAM

The Neon Garden at The Post Mesa 26 N. Macdonald, Mesa

Join the Mesa Public Library table at Merry Main Street for a festive and fun STEAM adventure making Bubble Garland! Families are invited to stop by the library’s booth in...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Luminaria Walk in Spur Cross

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a self-guided Luminaria Walk through the stunning Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. As twilight falls, the trail will be softly illuminated by...

Free – $3

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Stargazing

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also identify some major constellations with a...

Free with Park Fee