The University of Arizona: Walk with a Naturalist
Join Community Outreach Assistant Robert Villa on a walk of Tumamoc Hill. Along the way he will talk about some of the plants, animals, and natural history of Tumamoc Hill, as...
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Events for September 23, 2023
Old Pueblo Archaeology Center: Autumn Equinox Tour to Los Morteros and Picture Rocks Petroglyphs Sites
Old Pueblo Archaeology Center’s “Autumn Equinox Tour to Los Morteros and Picture Rocks Petroglyphs Sites” with archaeologist Allen Dart will depart on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. from near Silverbell Rd. and Linda Vista Blvd., Marana. This tour will end 12:00 p.m. noon. The 2023 autumn equinox occurs on September 23 at 12:50...
$28 – $35
Butterfly Wonderland: Waking up with Butterflies Photography
Enjoy quiet time photographing the butterflies, birds, or reptiles. Entomologist Derek Kellogg will be available to answer questions from guests about butterflies, plants, and the rainforest environment inside the Conservatory. Ages 18 & up; $29.95 for public (includes admission). Free for members. Registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206.
Free – $29.95
Pima County Public Library: Smartphone Photography
In this course, you will learn: • Different types of photo files • To understand photo quality and resolution • How to take better-quality photos and videos • To import, edit, print and share photos • About online photo management services, and how to back up your photos Note: Please bring your smartphone with you...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Cliffs Ranger Station Open House
Visit the newly furnished Cliffs Ranger Station on National Public Lands Day (free entrance). Cliffs Ranger Station is one of Arizona's oldest surviving log structures and Walnut Canyon National Monument's original headquarters. NPS preservation staff at the cabin will share the history of the cabin and how the NPS preserves historic structures. Usually closed to...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Science Day at Walnut Canyon National Monument
Join National Park Service archeologists and wildlife biologists on National Public Lands Day (free entrance) to learn about Walnut Canyon's human and natural history. Learn about prehistoric hunting by visiting a flint knapping demonstration, trying your hand at throwing at an atlatl, and checking out real mammoth dung. Learn about bats, their ecology and behavior...
Free
Chandler Public Library: Water-Wise Workshop – Landscape Watering Schedules: How Much Do My Plants Need?
When in drought, conserve! Starting with your outdoor watering. Learn how much, how often, and how long you should water based on the type of plants within your landscape. This program will help you determine how to set a proper watering schedule so you're not overwatering or underwatering. This program is supported by the City...
Free
City of Peoria: Herb Gardening #75108
Grow tasty herbs and culinary flavors in your own backyard! Join us as a gardening expert walks through the best herbs that are very successful in the fall. Homegrown and fresh picked they add zest to salads, marinades and sauces. Learn how easy it is to grow these plants with tips on harvesting and using...
Free
City of Chandler: The Nature of Things Speaker Series – Benefits of Seed Saving (#1NC614)
Join skilled storytellers for a cup of coffee and candid conversation that entertains, educates, and encourages a sense of wonder about science and the natural world around us. The monthly speaker series hosts guest lecturers from the Chandler Nature Center, with coffee refreshments provided Speaker: Angela Judd. Topic: Benefits of Seed Saving
Free
Chandler Public Library: The Nature of Things – Seed Saving with Angela Judd
Live with more resiliency and gain a better understanding of the environment around you, by learning how to save seeds from the healthy plants in your garden. Save seeds for a continuous supply of seeds adapted to your area at little or no cost. This class will cover: seed terminology, techniques for wet & dry...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Dow Springs Hike
Kaibab National Forest South Zone archaeologist Charlie Webber will lead a hike to a collection of archaeological sites located around Dow Spring that reveal an amazing slice of history. For...
Free
Pima County Public Library: Saguaro National Park and the National Park Service Presentation
Join us to learn about the importance and benefits of the Saguaro National Park and the National Park Service to our local community. This is an excellent program for adults and families. Presented by Holly Albrecht
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style:...
Free – $12
Mesa Public Library: Working with DNA Matches
Okay, you've taken a DNA test and you have matches. Now what? What can you do with them? Ken Waters, genealogist, will cover a step-by-step process to: (1) identify them,...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Meet and Greet the da Vinci Robot at FMC!
The da Vinci Robot is a State-of-the-art robotic surgery with Intuitive's Da Vinci Xi© for general and thoracic surgeries. Families are invited to learn about the device and try it...
Free
Pima County Public Library: One-on-One Library Resource Tech Help
Get help with a variety of the library’s digital offerings, including eBooks, audiobooks, movies & TV, and music. Or get additional computer help with: computer basics (Windows) email and internet basics job help (resumes, online applications, job searching) mouse and typing tutorials basics of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) unemployment & Food Assistance applications other...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Designed to Move – Seeds That Float, Fly or Hitchhike through the Desert Southwest
As the ethnobotanist Gary Paul Nabhan once observed, plants are nouns; seeds are verbs. Plants are rooted in place. Seeds are designed to move. Their ingenious solutions to the challenges of dispersal have inspired innovations from Velcro to humidity-powered robots. Join Adelheid Fischer, curator of "Designed to Move," for a presentation that celebrates the beauty...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Sonoran Desert Geology
Join Ranger Steve in the lobby of the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center for an interactive display of various rocks, gems, and minerals native to our Sonoran Desert. Get hands on and hold items like basalt, quartz, obsidian, and malpais! Learn how volcanism, plate tectonics, and erosion shaped our landscape. MEETING LOCATION: Discovery Center No registration...
Free with Park Fee
Flagstaff Festival of Science: “What If…”: Festival of Science Speculative Fiction
What would happen if we cloned an extinct species back to life? What effect would this have on society and the environment? Choose an extinct organism and write a poem or short story (three pages or less in length) exploring this issue and bring it to the library to share with other writers! ...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: NAU Robotics Workshop – an interactive experience to learn about robots!
Join us for an interactive opportunity to dive into the exciting world of robotics! Learn from experts and enthusiasts, and get hands-on experience interacting with and controlling flying robots, driving robots, wearable robots, robotic arms, and virtual reality systems. There will be multiple stations to explore as you will learn about how we design robots...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology...
Free – $12
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...
Free – $12
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program
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 light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
$60 – $85
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition Star Party
Join us and enjoy the dark skies of Northern Arizona with telescope viewing, presentations, and a variety activities for all ages, hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition. ...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: The State of the Climate – What’s New in Climate Science and Solutions AND Energy Efficiency Incentive Information
Regional experts will discuss the state of the climate in northern Arizona, emerging technology and policy solutions to slow and capture fossil fuel emissions, and progress on the City of Flagstaff's carbon neutrality plan. Following the panel discussion, meet with local companies and city officials to learn about energy efficiency incentives, including weatherization and heat...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Lunar Discovery Star Party
Explore the features of the moon during its first quarter at this dark sky event! Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Campus Sky Viewing
Explore the wonders of the night sky from NAU's Campus Observatory. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all free, for the community...
Free