Join a park guide on the Hunter Trail and enjoy 360-degree views from the top of Picacho Peak. This is a challenging hike that involves steep switchbacks, rock scrambles, climbing...
Join us for our annual R3 conservation partner meeting. Meet and network with the many partners of the Outdoor Skills Network and FishAZ Network whose hard work and dedication help...
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for unstructured outdoor play! Kids can explore the Zoo’s “enchanted forest”, and caregivers can learn how to take nature play home....
Learn about some of the 50 medicinal plants in Mission Garden's Moore Medicinal Garden. The plants are native to the American Southwest deserts and in many cases have been used...
If your child has already attended our original Dr. Zoo program and wants to expand their Vet in Training knowledge, this program is for them! Participants will be based in...
Step away from the noise and into a world where the air is fresher, the colors richer, and every sound tells a story. On this guided nature walk, you’ll wander...
Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led...
This hike will be targeted to visitors or those fairly new to the Preserve trails. The hike will be about 7 miles, taking about 3 hours, and cover a variety...
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...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Put your creativity to the test in the Art Studio as you design your very own Toothsaver Necklace—perfect for keeping that special tooth safe for the Tooth Fairy! Using simple...
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
The University of Arizona presents a nationally certified, 6-session nutrition course that comes with full color weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways! Join us for this great opportunity. Each 60-minute session includes...
Join us every Saturday for STEM Lab, a hands-on adventure in science, technology, engineering, and math. Each week features a different project or experiment, giving kids the chance to explore,...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every...
Walking through the Desert gives you half the story. There is a hidden world of nocturnal critters. If you look carefully, you can see the evidence of their middens, burrows...
If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan. This is...
30-minute, one-on-one instruction sessions are available for assistance with introductory software, creating email accounts, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, résumé development, online job applications, and more. Tutoring check-in is at the...
Artemis II is set to launch on 2/6/2026. Come join us as we learn about space, Artemis II's mission, and the events leading up to the launch.
We are excited to offer the unique experience of handcrafting a flute with Native American artist, Aaron White. Using local materials, Aaron will guide you through the process of shaping,...
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...
How did the early inhabitants of the Foothills live here in the desert without modern conveniences? What kind of homes did they build, what did they eat? Was life all...
Take home an oyster mushroom kit & learn about scientific observation. Pick up kit at library, available while supplies last. Ages 12+ Part of the Verde Valley SciTech...
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
It’s Healthy Smiles Month! Join us in our Children’s Garden outside as we practice brushing giant teeth!
Children will explore lunar features such as craters and more. Fun and Learning with STEAM Created for children ages 3 to 6, these activity-based, hands-on camps explore science and include...
Birds, pollinators, lizards, and other animals provide positive benefits to gardens in the city. Discover simple methods to attract wildlife and build habitat within your own garden space. Presented by...
Learn all about the chemistry behind making perfume and create your own scent! Supplies limited, available on a first come, first served basis. First come first served as seating is limited. ¡Aprende todo...
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!
Play with moon sand, explore lunar tools, & spark imagination through sensory play. Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and...
Learn what owls eat and explore the anatomy of their prey by dissecting an owl pellet. Grades 2 - 6 Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a...
Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led...
Astrophotography has produced many iconic images of fantastic skyscapes. Roiling colorful clouds gas and dust suggest cataclysmic events on a massive scale. This program will ask the questions: " Where are...
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on learning with some of THINKspot’s most exciting and advanced equipment. This month, we’ll be working with the Brother Embroidery...
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...
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,...
It’s Healthy Smiles Month! “Brush” up on your reading and find a Playologist friend every day at 1:30 pm for a fun tooth-tacular story time! “Healthy Smiles” Month is generously...
Get free advice about your computer, tablet, or smart phone from the Library Computer Learning Group's team of volunteers. Bring your device and any associated passwords for a 15-30 minute...
Celebrate February with science! Discover how tiny particles can come together to make an amazing crystal heart. Seating is limited, join us while supplies last! Ages 6 - 12
Filmmaker Ian Cheney embarks on an experiment in which he brings a series of keen-eyed observers – scientists, artists, a hunter – to a range of locations around the world,...
We are pleased to partner with the Holland Center in presenting Roger Naylor’s fascinating talk on Route 66. The iconic highway celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026 and it has...
Learn all about the chemistry behind making perfume and create your own scent! Supplies limited, available on a first come, first served basis. First come first served as seating is limited. ¡Aprende todo...
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.
Filmmaker Ian Cheney embarks on an experiment in which he brings a series of keen-eyed observers – scientists, artists, a hunter – to a range of locations around the world,...
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...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
Come view the stars during the Arizona SciTech Festival! Fun for the whole family, located at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve. East Valley Astronomy Club members staff operations and programming for...