Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology...
For out-of-town visitors and those new to the Sonoran Desert, Tohono Chul’s easy-walking trails and beautiful gardens provide close-up looks at many of the typical birds of the Sonoran Desert....
Join us at the Birding Trail kiosk (next to campsite #12 in Patagonia Lake State Park) for a ranger led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake...
Spend the morning hiking through the desert with Ranger Jacque and learn about the many medicinal and edible plants that can be found in your own backyard. Join Ranger Jacque...
Get to know the plant life of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Valerie. You'll spend an hour exploring the trails and learning about...
Local environmental non-profit organizations will have booths open at Ron Morriss Park from 9:00-12:00. Come and learn about the interesting and important work these organizations are doing. Participating organizations include:...
Please join us as we team up with Care for Creation at the Franciscan Renewal Center to remove invasive fountain grass from that property (5802 E Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale AZ...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You might even find some dino-themed items to build with for Dinosaur Month!
Step back in time for some dino-sized STEAM fun! In this hands-on activity, young paleontologists will explore the fascinating world of dinosaur facts and measurements, comparing their own height, stride,...
Step into the Jurassic Sandpit and dig into dino-sized adventures all month long! Young paleontologists can uncover hidden “fossils” using brushes, scoops, and magnifying glasses. This hands-on pretend play experience...
Keep your eyes peeled… we’ve had reports of dinosaur sightings all around the Museum! You never know where one might pop up – scaling the Climber, stacking blocks, or showing...
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...
Staff will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with anything covered in our computer classes, ranging from keyboard and mouse usage to email and internet help. Assistance will also be...
A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00...
This monthly program offers a comfortable, safe and engaging place for people living with memory loss along with their caregivers to meet with others in a like situation. Meet with...
Are you confused about how to quickly dial 911 on your iPhone? In this presentation, you will learn everything you need to do to call emergency services quickly and easily....
Bring your device to get help with apps, settings, and everyday tech. This drop-in program offers friendly, one-on-one assistance to help you feel more confident using your phone, tablet, or...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10...
What we'll cover in two classes: Learn the basics of operating and getting the most out of your iPad by installing and managing apps, contacts, browsing with Safari or Google...
Join us for a STEM Expo this Spring Break! Explore a variety of hands-on STEM activity stations where kids can experiment, build, and discover through science, technology, engineering, and math...
An engaging and exclusive presentation of the town of Jerome, as told by long-time local, Henry Vincent, in an outdoor setting. Featuring an overview of the geology, United Verde Copper Co....
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...
Join us in the fight to protect our precious desert pollinators and learn what you can do to be a better friend to butterflies and their allies! Come meet Ranger...
Join Georgia Lord Library's Master Gardener Terri Kelly at noon. Presentations will be timely for the season covering topics from vegetable gardens, to landscape watering, to desert adapted plantings and...
Live Raptors at Ron Morriss Park Part of the Tubac Hawkwatch Festival! Thousands of hawks fly through Tubac on their spring migration, and official hawk counters will be...
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,...
Come and meet some very realistic dinosaurs from Dino Crew Entertainment! They will be hanging out in the Atrium, taking photos, and interacting with guests. Admission into this program is...
No water needed! Join our Paper Succulent Class. Space is limited, while supplies last. ¡No se necesita agua! Únete a nuestra clase de suculentas de papel. El espacio es limitado, hasta...
Bring your device to get help with apps, settings, and everyday tech. This drop-in program offers friendly, one-on-one assistance to help you feel more confident using your phone, tablet, or...
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 /...
Join us as we learn and explore STEAM concepts! This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a Division of the Secretary of State, with...
NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first...
A community science program studying their ecology and conservation presented by Melissa Halvorsen and Dave Oleyar, HawkWatch International. Part of the Tubac Hawkwatch Festival! Thousands of hawks fly...
Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to birding in one of Arizona’s premiere birding locations. Enjoy a roughly 2-mile walk on the Palm Lake, Mesquite Meander, Lions, and River Ramble...
Dive into a colorful mix of science and art! Participants will extract pigments from flowers, fruits, vegetables, and other natural materials. Explore how pH affects colors, and design your own...
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way...
Love playdough? Join us for this fun, hands-on program where we'll create our very own using household ingredients! This program is suitable for children of all ages. Seating and supplies...
Where STEM meets Art! Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Ages: 5-11 All Library Programs are free and open to the public.
Join us for a special program where LEGO elements will be used to solve problems through storytelling. The program utilizes LEGO bricks, hardware, and the LEGO Spike app. Supplies limited....
The scene was 74,000 years ago, on the island of Sumatra. A volcanic eruption triggered the sudden and violent collapse of a vast regional plateau. Toba, as the volcano is...
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...
Watch peak vulture and raptor migration from the pedestrian bridge over the Hassayampa River in Wickenburg at this free, family-friendly event! Did you know that Wickenburg is situated along a...
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...
Narrated by Academy Award-winner Lupita Nyong’o, Worlds Beyond Earth tells the story of the surprisingly dynamic worlds that orbit our Sun. Based on authentic scientific data from groundbreaking space missions,...
TynkerSpace Explorations are classes that help visitors get familiar with the spaces and machines we have. You must attend one of these explorations if you wish to use the machines...
This movie is an uplifting journey around the globe to highlight good news stories that will inspire people to make a difference in the world around them. Adapted from an...
Experience ALT Fest — a free, one-night celebration of art, light and technology at Mesa Arts Center! On Friday, March 13 from 6:00–10:00 PM, this immersive festival will transform Mesa...
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...
This movie is an uplifting journey around the globe to highlight good news stories that will inspire people to make a difference in the world around them. Adapted from an...