Mesa Public Library: Computer Skills Training
Measure your digital skills and use interactive training to build your tech knowledge in areas such as email, Microsoft Office software, social media, and using the Internet. You will be...
Free
50 events found.
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Events for December 16, 2023
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Tucson Audubon Society: MASON CENTER & ARTHUR PACK PARK Field Trip
Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Walk and “Bird Weirdness I” Presentation
Come join us for a quiet walk along our easy to moderate scenic trails in search of local and migratory birds. "Bird Weirdness I" program will follow inside the Nature Center. Meet...
Free with Park Fee
Desert Rivers Audubon: Family Bird Walk at the Gilbert Water Ranch
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch2757 E Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234, USA Gilbert Family Birdwalks Monthly on the third Saturday 8am until noon The Gilbert Family Birdwalks are held every third Saturday of the month, October through March at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve, on the southeast corner of Greenfield and Guadalupe Rds in Gilbert....
Free
Watershed Management Group: River Run Network Restoration Workshop – Tanque Verde Arundo Removal
Join our community effort to restore Tanque Verde Creek! We invite people of all ages, diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, beliefs, and many other diverse communities to participate in restoring our...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Hassayampa River Christmas Bird Count
Would you like to go birding with others and help count birds for citizen science for a day near the northwest Valley? Then sign up for the Dec. 16 Hassayampa River Christmas...
Free with Park Fee
🎄OdySea Aquarium: Winter Wonderland
ODYSEA AQUARIUM IS THE PLACE TO VISIT FOR FESTIVE FUN ALL MONTH LONG! Voyager Transforms into a Festive Holiday “Ride-Thru” Experience Festive lighting, music, and décor change with each rotation as you ride through custom-themed exhibits featuring graceful stingrays and sea turtles, playful sea lions, and majestic sharks. Included with admission. SeaTREK Santa Returns!...
Free with Admission
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk – Christmas Bird Count
Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Today is...
Free with Park Fee
Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation: Desert Exploration Trail Run – Richard Genser Trailhead (#12943)
Explore the wonders of the Sonoran Desert while you hone your skills on the varied terrain of one of Pima County’s beautiful desert trails. Trail running offers a wonderful opportunity...
Free – $5
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Trailside Naturalist – Phainopepla and Mistletoe at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
Stop by anytime between 8:30 and 11:00 A.M. to learn about the mutualistic relationship between this species of silky flycatcher and hemiparasite. During the winter months, the Sonoran Desert is...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike
Join Ranger Nikki for a moderate hike to learn cacti, legume trees and desert shrubs and observe a variety of birds, lizards and mammals. The route follows Pipeline Canyon Trail...
Free with Park Fee
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: What’s in Your Backpack? Educational Walk at Gateway Trailhead
Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy. Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Time: 2 hours Our Preserve in the Sonoran Desert is beautiful. But most of the inhabitants, both flora...
Free
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walk
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
Arizona State Parks & Trails: Boat Tour – Avian Adventure Tour
Avian Adventure Tour, 9 am Every Saturday and Sunday $7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791. Reservations are...
$5 – $7
Friends of the San Pedro River: Interpretive walk from San Pedro House
Interpretive walk led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River. The San Pedro River features some of the richest wildlife habitat in the Southwest. Here you'll find 82 species of mammals, dozens of different reptiles and amphibians, and nearly 350 species of birds. In addition, the river supports one of the largest...
Free
Archaeology Southwest: How Did People Etch Shell?
Join us for an engaging Hands-On Archaeology class with ancient technologies expert Allen Denoyer. How Did People Etch Shell? Learn how craftspeople working in the Hohokam tradition etched shells. Unleash...
$50
Town of Gilbert: December De-Stress: Nurturing Nature Therapy (#34553)
As the holiday season approaches, we can find ourselves over-committed, too busy, and feeling stressed. Would you like to find a way to relax deeply and nurture your well-being during...
$75
Desert Botanical Garden: Discovery Stations
Stop by one of our many Discovery Stations, and participate in hands-on activities with volunteers to learn about the animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
🎄 Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens with Butterfly Fairy Leslie Campa
November 24 - January 7 This holiday season, 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 illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Thousands of lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting....
Free with Admission
Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (#12912)
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. Designed for ages 12 and...
Free – $5
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Free with Park Fee
City of Chandler: The Nature of Things Speaker Series – Wild At Heart (#2NC620)
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...
Free
Chandler Public Library: The Nature of Things – Soaring Sonoran Desert Raptors
Join Wild At Heart and guest speaker Jack Halloway as he discusses native Arizona raptors, their characteristics, and their habits. Mr. Halloway is a raptor expert at the bird rehabilitation...
Free
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Hike with Charles – Calloway Trail
Have you ever wanted to hike the trails of Picacho but didn’t want to do it alone? Join our local volunteer, Charles! He will guide you and a group of...
Free with Park Fee
🖥️ Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
Free
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Geology Tour
Limited space, by reservation only! Did you know that Oracle State Park was once covered by warm, shallow seas? Are you familiar with the numerous faults that uncovered rocks once...
Free with Park Fee
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until...
Free – $10
HeatSync Labs: Laser Cut Tombstones and DISTRESSING
REGISTER Custom laser cut tombstones can cost hundreds of dollars. This class will help you go way beyond what most of us can do with an X-Acto knife and soldering...
$25 – $102
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Nature Program
Our Nature Program is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages to learn all about Arizona's diverse wildlife. This is a live reptile exhibit and so much more! On-site experts will be available to answer your questions about these creatures and interpret how they have adapted to survive and thrive in the sunny Sonoran...
Free with Park Fee
Desert Botanical Garden: Docent Tour
10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Explore the Garden with a docent and learn how plants have adapted to the desert environment. See the Garden’s living collection with plants...
Free with Admission
OdySea Aquarium: Penguin Encounter
For those who can’t get enough of our African penguins, we invite you to join us for an exclusive up close and personal Penguin Encounter. Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team to learn specifics about penguin behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to...
$104.90 – $114.90
Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (#12913)
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. Designed for ages 12 and...
Free – $5
🖥️ Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
Free
OdySea Aquarium: Sloth Encounter
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to help this incredible species and our rainforests. Tour Fee: $69.95 | General Admission Is Required. | Minimum Age 8 Two...
$104.89 – $114.90
OdySea Aquarium: SeaTREK Helmet Diving
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments...
$104.90 – $114.90
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
Arizona State Parks & Trails: Boat Tour – Lake Discovery Tour
Lake Discovery Tour, 11:30 a.m. Every Saturday and Sunday $7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791
$5 – $7
Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
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: Facility Tour
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
Arizona State University: THE EDGE OF EXPLORATION – EXPLORING TIME AND DISTANCE
Seeing further into space is also seeing back in time. New technology is allowing researchers to peer back to a time of first stars and galaxies. The James Webb Space telescope gives...
$6 – $11
🎄 HeatSync Labs: Light Up Graham Cracker Houses
REGISTER 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...
$17
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...
$60 – $85
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
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Ranger Talk
Come on down to the campground amphitheater and listen in on some of our ranger-led talks! Each week is a new topic and a new opportunity to learn about the desert around us. See some slithering snakes, learn about the soaring birds, see some beautiful stars, and learn to hike safely out on our trails....
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Join Ranger Steve for an after-dark trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the park! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes,...
Free with Park Fee
Tohono Chul: Holiday Nights
An illuminated desert wonderland! Holiday Nights is a timeless tradition, for children, students, couples, whole families, and everyone in between! Overflowing with holiday cheer are the wonders that await you at...
🎄 Town of Gilbert: Riparian After Dark
The Riparian Preserve comes alive with a holiday glow during Gilbert's annual Riparian After Dark event, presented by the partnership of Sundt and PCL Construction. Stroll around the 1.5 miles of trails and walkways that weave through...
Free – $10
🎄 Reid Park Zoo: Zoolights Holiday Magic
There’s ‘snow place like Reid Park Zoo for the holidays! December 2– 23, Encore Nights: December 26 – 30 and January 2 – 7 Ready, Set, Glow! ZooLights: Holiday Magic,...
Free – $13
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Star Party
Come explore the world beyond your everyday realm. Star Parties are out of this world! The Superstition Mountain Astronomical League provides telescopic views of the moon, planets, star clusters, and galaxies during this informal, come and go at your own pace program. There are no chairs and visitors park in an adjacent parking lot as...
$5
Lowell Observatory: Meet an Astronomer
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Astronomer and Lowell Observatory Executive Director, Dr. Jeffrey Hall! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial...
Free with Admission