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Pinal County Library District: Red Hot Chili Steppers

Pinal County Library District - Viney Jones Library 778 N. Main St., Florence

Start your exciting journey toward a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle right now! Seize this incredible opportunity for transformation and join us as we explore this fulfilling path together! To register...

Free

Arizona Technology Council: Arizona Photonics Days 2026

University of Arizona Grand Challenges Research Building 750 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson

Optics Valley invites you to the 9th Arizona Photonics Days conference in Tucson, Arizona, on January 14-16, 2026, just prior to Photonics West 2026. Connect with optics and photonics peers...

$300 – $400

Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Glass in Flight

Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior

What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer...

Free with Admission

Arizona State Parks & Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Catalina

Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson

Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Zoo: Animals in Focus – Photography Class

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Join us for a 90-minute walk around the Phoenix Zoo where we will learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting and capturing emotion. On our walk, we will cover...

$30

Town of Gilbert: Adventures in Pre-K

McQueen Park Activity Center 510 N. Horne St., Gilbert

Are you looking to prepare your child for Kindergarten, nurture curiosity, creativity, and promote a lifelong love of learning? This class offers an engaging theme-based environment for your child to...

$207

Arizona State Parks & Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along...

Free with Park Fee

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. It’s also Transportation Month—so try designing your very own car, bus, rocket, or other creative vehicle and explore the...

Free with Admission

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Create & Cruise

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

Join us at Star Bar on the 2nd floor to celebrate Transportation Month in style! Create your own personalized road map and explore a variety of vehicles while experimenting with...

Free with Admission

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Popsicle Stick Planes

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

Follow the example of the great aviation pioneers, the Wright Brothers, and create your own popsicle stick plane in the Art Studio!

Free with Admission

Desert Foothills Land Trust: Bird Walk at Saguaro Hill

Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek

Come explore the birds of the Sonoran Desert with us! Whether you're just getting acquainted with our feathered friends or are a seasoned birdwatcher, everyone is welcome. Meet on the...

Free

Town of Gilbert: Let’s Grow Through ABC’s

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

This class provides a warm environment where your children learn essential skills like letters, numbers, colors, shapes, songs, and social skills through play-based learning, activities, and hands-on experiences. Let us...

$50

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

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

Town of Gilbert: ABC’s and 123’s – Let’s Get Ready to Learn

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

This class offers a nurturing environment where your child can learn and thrive. We will concentrate on letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and songs via centers, purposeful play, crafts, music, movement,...

$50

Maricopa County Library District: Cryptocurrency 101

MCLDAZ - Fountain Hills Branch 12901 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills

Join an Investigator from the Arizona Corporation Commission for a presentation about the basics of cryptocurrencies. In this program you'll learn about the nuts and bolts of crypto, as well...

Free

Pinal County Library District: STEAM Explorers

Pinal County Library District - Viney Jones Library 778 N. Main St., Florence

Put on your detective hat and become a Nature Detective! Discover the magic and wonders of nature all around you—every moment is full of surprises! Look closely, ask questions, and...

Free

Pinal County Library District: STEAM Explorers

Pinal County Library District - Viney Jones Library 778 N. Main St., Florence

Put on your detective hat and become a Nature Detective! Discover the magic and wonders of nature all around you—every moment is full of surprises! Look closely, ask questions, and...

Free

Town of Gilbert: Homeschool Mornings at the Riparian

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

Join us for homeschool science adventures! This three-part class will use the Riparian Preserve as a classroom to take an in-depth look at biology, weather, and the natural sciences. Each...

$50

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Mechanical Match-Up!

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

Get ready to twist, turn, and tinker! In this hands-on drop-in activity, kids will explore the world of simple machines as they match nuts and bolts, connect gears, and fit...

Free with Admission

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

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Stop, Drop and Read

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

It’s Transportation Month! Park it by a Playologist friend every day at 1:30pm for a fun transportation-themed story time!

Free with Admission

Maricopa County Library District: Plant-based Cooking Demo

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

Join Heather Gosnell, MD, pediatrician and plant-based health coach, for a fun and flavorful plant-based cooking demo at the library, where we’ll explore how easy it is to make delicious,...

Free

Avondale Public Library: More2Explore

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

Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities from painting and crafting to building and robotics.

Free

Mesa Public Library: Computer Skills Training

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

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

Free

Mesa Public Library: Walk-in Wednesdays

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

Walk in and make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment. Something fun will be happening on a Wednesday afternoon in the Youth Activity Room. Supplies are...

Free

Pinal County Library District: Picking Up STEAM (Leaf Rubbing)

Pinal County Library District - Viney Jones Library 778 N. Main St., Florence

Come along on a fun adventure as we explore the beauty of leaves using chalk pastels! We can't wait to see how this colorful medium plays with different papers like...

Free

Mesa Public Library: Computer Basics

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

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard. If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week...

Free

Tempe Public Library: Maker Lab – 3D Design and Printing

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

Discover new tech, tools, and hands-on skills each month in the Maker Lab.   Each month in the Maker Lab, you’ll get hands-on with the latest tech and creative tools—from...

Free

Tempe Public Library: Maker Lab – 3D Design and Printing

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

Discover new tech, tools, and hands-on skills each month in the Maker Lab.   Each month in the Maker Lab, you’ll get hands-on with the latest tech and creative tools—from...

Free

Pinal County Library District: Built It!

Pinal County Library District: San Tan Valley Library 31505 N. Schnepf Rd., San Tan Valley

Put your engineering skills to work! Each week we will have some building sets and some challenges to complete...you bring your creativity and love of building! While this program is...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: Exploration Station

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

Come and explore the world of STEM! This month we will be exploring the world of engineering by building a bridge out of popsicle sticks! Materials provided. Registration required.

Free

Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Robots!

Chandler Public Library - Downtown Campus 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler

Drop by for an exciting afternoon playing with some of our coolest robots, like Dash and Coding Mice! Each month, kids ages 6-12 explore a new STEAM theme. Our hands-on...

Free

Town of Gilbert: Stitch & Create Beginner Sewing Skills

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

Learn the art of sewing while building patience and creativity! Students learn the basics of hand sewing -- threading needles, tying knots, and mastering simple stitches. Each week, they'll complete...

$65

Surprise Public Library: Little Innovators

Surprise Public Library - Surprise Regional Library 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise

Kids ages 3-6 with an adult will learn about STEM concepts by reading a book and then doing a science experiment following the Scientific Method. We will be learning about...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Hour

MCLDAZ - Perry Library 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert

Think you can solve real-world challenges with just LEGO bricks? Put your imagination to the test! You'll be given a creative prompt and tasked with building a brilliant solution; no...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Club

MCLDAZ - Guadalupe Library 9241 S. Avenida Del Yaqui, Guadalupe

LEGO Club is open to all school-age children and their siblings. At each meeting, our young builders will be given either a LEGO challenge to problem-solve and test, or open...

Free

Pinal County Library District: Seed up Meet Up

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

Help us fill our seed packets for the seed library, hear from Master Gardeners, ask questions about your home garden, & learn about Earth Heart Park and Community Garden! Learn...

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.

Free

Maricopa County Library District: VR Gaming

MCLDAZ - Fountain Hills Branch 12901 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills

Join us at the library on the 2nd Wednesday of the month to play virtual reality games! We will have 4 Oculus Quest headsets for participants to use. For ages...

Free

Pinal County Library District: Upcycled Cards & Calendars

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

When the new year comes, holiday cards often end up in a box, and last year's calendar ends up in the trash. This program will show you ways you can...

Free

Town of Gilbert: HSI AED, CPR/First Aid Training HYBRID-Adult, Child & Infant

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

This class provides Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Adult, Child and Infant, and First Aid certification under the G2015 guidelines and is not intended for those needing...

$65

Mesa Public Library: Sewing Class and Social

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

Learn to sew as a beginner or bring a project and socialize as a more advanced sewer. Come learn together and meet other sewers. This month we plan to sew...

Free

Town of Gilbert: Houseplant Care 101

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

Pot your very own houseplant and learn how to properly care for it. From the best type of soil to use to the amount of sunlight needed, you will learn...

$45

Pinal County Library District: Sewing

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

Want to learn earn to sew or just like sewing? Attend our open sewing sessions to learn or just be around others who enjoy sewing! Projects are prepared for those...

Free

Mesa Public Library: Water Bottle Stickers – Adult

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

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot. This program...

Free

Tucson Medical Center: Meds Matter Parent Workshop (Willcox)

Northern Cochise Community Hospital 901 W. Rex Allen Dr., Willcox

Empowering families to make safe choices with medications, this interactive workshop is designed to educate parents and caregivers on how to safely use, store, and dispose of medications in the...

Free