This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Astrophysicist, Taylor Kutra! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about an astronomer’s...
Invasive species are among the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences and magnitude. Desert Defenders is a citizen science...
Invasive species are among the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences and magnitude. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on removing invasive species in parks. The Invasive plant species have severely impacted our park’s natural ecosystems and contributed to our most recent...
Learn how to successfully grow and maintain fruit trees using permaculture principles and soil science. This class will teach you the proper (organic!) way to plant, feed, trim, and harvest your fruit trees. The class is conducted in our Food Forest and will include tips on everything from apples to mulberries. Class includes: 1/2 gallon...
Meet at Treeland Nursery to discuss considerations prior to buying a tree, choosing a quality tree from a nursery, and how to properly plant your new purchase. Take a tour...
Join Ranger Nikki to search for and learn about a variety of flowering plant life along desert and riparian environments. Ranger Nikki will lead you on a hike to look for cactus blooms, wildflowers and pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Learn how to document your findings on the citizen science app, iNaturalist*, and how...
Stop by all month long at the Downtown Branch and test your detective skills with our scavenger hunt for a chance to earn a prize! This month's Earth Day theme runs through April 30th. Explore every nook of your library to complete the hunt, and along the way, discover something new your library has to offer! The hidden...
Gather your friends, family, and fellow nature nerds for a day of searching, scouting and documenting the Wild species at the Desert Museum! We will Party in a day — what surprise animals or plants can you find? The Desert Museum is joining in the Pima County Nature Challenge (CNC). CNCs have been growing in major cities in the past few...
Meet in the lobby at Liberty Wildlife for a departure of 8:30 Will return about 9:30am Nature Walk is free. If you chose to stay for open hours, we ask that you go to the lobby and pay your admission (Open Hours 10am until 1pm)
As an Important Birding Area, Boyce Thompson Arboretum serves as a revered stage where avian life takes the spotlight. Whether you’re a curious novice or a seasoned birdwatcher, our guided walk offers a window into a world of winged wonders. Walks are subject to availability. Registration is first come, first serve. To register for a...
A wildlife educator from Arizona Game and Fish will bring live native species to help class participants learn how to identify some of the most commonly seen backyard wildlife and best practices for avoiding conflicts. Note: due to live wildlife being present, domestic animals are not allowed in the classroom.
Registration fee: $12 Mesa resident/$14 non-resident. Contractor fee due first day: $185. Payment options: Venmo, Cash or Check made out to Tandem Dog Training by or on the first day of class. This class is for puppies 5 months to 12 months old starting basic obedience skills The skills being addressed but not limited to...
Intro to Gardening with Arizona Worm Farm, 1 hour class.
Trail running offers a wonderful opportunity to explore and connect with the natural world while providing a fun and engaging way to get a great work out. Enjoy a guided trail run on one of Pima County’s beautiful desert trails. Learn techniques to increase safety and efficiency while maximizing fun on the trail. Along the...
Join us for the unveiling of two new murals at Mission Garden, designed by local teens and artists. Hear from muralists who worked with the Boys & Girls Clubs of...
Join Judy Karnia, a Certified Forest Bathing Instructor, for a rejuvenating 2.5-hour guided nature walk focused on enhancing health and happiness. During this immersive experience, you’ll be encouraged to walk slowly, observe, and connect deeply with nature, using all your senses. Judy will lead you through activities designed to bring you into the present moment...
New and prospective students - here's your chance to get the full UAT Experience (UATx)! UATx is an open house that offers prospective students the opportunity to explore deep inside the UAT network of relationships and resources, and get a feel for your potential fit. Tour our technology infused campus, speak to professors, sit in...
A wildlife educator from Arizona Game and Fish will bring live native species to help class participants learn how to identify some of the most commonly seen backyard wildlife and best practices for avoiding conflicts. Note: due to live wildlife being present, domestic animals are not allowed in the classroom.
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 and refreshments. Do you enjoy getting outdoors, exploring, and leaning into your curiosities...
Do you enjoy getting outdoors, exploring, and leaning into your curiosities about our natural world? You might find it beneficial to start nature journaling! In this workshop, you'll learn what nature journaling is, how you can start your own journal, and the many benefits to incorporating this practice into your life. Michael Scherger the is...
Just how DOES your garden grow, Maricopa?? Pinal County Master Gardeners come to the Maricopa Library the second Saturday of the month with some great resources for your Arizona gardening challenges. From flowers to trees to food crops, get the lowdown on how to help your greenery survive and thrive in our specifically challenging environment.
Learn how to successfully utilize grow bags to grow vegetables! In this hands-on class you will get a chance to fill and plant your own grow bags to take home. Class includes grow bags, veggie starts, and soil.
Museum opens at 9.00 am for event check-in, The ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am. The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the complete hard rock ore extraction process, with the mine shaft, tramway, ore carts, crushing and extraction, that are always on display, but operated on 2nd...
Bird Program talk and Power Point Presentation with Joe Ford in the Estrella Park Nature Center Classroom following the Bird Hikes. Topics cover bird images, habits, maps, details and bird life. Program will start approximately 10:00 AM (after the bird hike).
Enjoy gardening? Do you have garden challenges you’d like to overcome? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden,...
Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection! Each week there will be an opportunity for anyone with questions about Libby, Cloud Library, any of the...
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 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Come to the Vista Grande library for monthly gardening tips. The presentations are given by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners.
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 up.
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about solar system exploration Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2...
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind adventure at the intersection of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) with our event: Finding F.R.E.D.: A Chain-Reaction Mystery! This team-based STEAM competition challenges teams to help unravel the disappearance of the Friendly Robotic Engineering Droid (F.R.E.D.) by crafting stories and building chain-reaction machines. Teams of up to 6...
Stop by an information table where Ranger Nikki will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community. Ranger Nikki will host a drop-in information table to get you on your way to becoming a Citizen Scientist using the free iNaturalist app* that identifies and...
Learn to sew. Participants will begin with prepared projects to develop skills using sewing machines, then progress to individual projects. All materials provided. Age 10 and up. Adults welcome.
This new and exclusive Cave Creek Museum adventure is a “must” for everyone! Cave Creek Museum is partnering with Rackensack Canyon Tours to bring Arizona’s first and only total gold...
Join us as we guide you through the awe-inspiring abundance of the Sonoran Desert. Far from barren, this vibrant landscape is home to an unparalleled variety of over 540 medicinal and edible plants. As we explore flowering shrubs and timeless trees, you’ll learn how plants like prickly-pear and jojoba have been life-giving staples for Sonoran...
Get help with the library’s digital offerings, including: eBooks – Libby (Overdrive), Hoopla, Romance Book Cloud Audiobooks – Libby, Hoopla Movies & TV – Kanopy, Hoopla, and Music – Freegal. Or get help with: Job seeking (resumes, online applications, job searching), Computer basics (Windows), Email and internet basics, Mouse and keyboard tutorials, Microsoft Office Basics...
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and Military: $10 College ID Holders: $8 Flandrau Members:...
Not everyone has the ability to hike the trails of Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area on one of Ranger Kevin’s guided tours with stories about the history of Spur Cross. ...
Drop by Ranger Shaun’s City Naturalist app Workshop to find out about some of the best apps on the market for identifying the plants and animals you see in the parks! Headed up to waterfall? Maybe to petroglyph plaza? Swing by Ranger Shaun Naturalist App* Discovery Station to learn about some of the apps the...
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...
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure,...
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...
Now that you’ve got some shiny new apps, come with Ranger Shaun and try them out! Spring is here, the temperatures are creeping back up and critters are coming back...