In this class, we will review the design and use of the mouse and keyboard, explore the features and tools at your disposal, and make sure you have time to practice using what we've learned. No computer experience required. You do not need to register but space is limited. This class will be presented in both...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy/moderate terrain hike to see plant life that may have been invigorated by any monsoon rains. Join Ranger Nikki on an easy-paced hike to observe cacti, shrubs and any flowering plants that may have popped up if we were treated to monsoon rains. If conditions are right, we could see...
oin us for a historical walking tour of Barrio Viejo. Discover the history, architecture and art of one of Tucson's oldest neighborhoods. Barrio Viejo is home to one of the largest 19th century adobe communities in the Southwest. This is a 0.9 mile walking tour from the El Tiradito shrine to Lee Ho's former grocery...
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 / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
Start your morning with a slow-paced hike to see and learn about the Burros of Lake Pleasant! Join Ranger Olivia on the trail to look for Burros and other critters along this easy rated mostly flat hike. Have you ever wondered why there are Burros in Arizona, and why they’re not everywhere? Or how they...
Want to learn more about microelectronics and the careers that bring these to life? At SEMIquest, groups will have the opportunity to experience semiconductors through a hands-on exploration, hear from experts in the field, and experience Arizona Science Center's new clean room exhibit. This FREE experience also includes an opportunity to visit the tradeshow floor...
Google Sheets es una herramienta en línea que te permite organizar información, hacer cálculos y trabajar en equipo desde cualquier dispositivo. Puedes usarla para llevar un control de gastos, listas, inventarios, horarios y mucho más. Este curso sera impartido en dos sesiones; 7 de octubre: Crear y dar formato a hojas de cálculo, trabajar con filas,...
Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to Ranger Eric. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station at the Nature Center. Nearby there are live examples of a variety of cacti to see along the trails and around the...
Stop by the Nature Center and talk to Ranger Nikki to learn about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. Gear up for Maricopa County Parks and Recreation’s annual 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge that starts on November 1. This drop-in learning session will...
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!
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 more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...
This class will help participants improve their reading, writing, math, and critical thinking skills, all of which are necessary to increase their chances of success on their GED exams. The...
When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
Master Gardener Lecture with Q & A
Presented by Stephen Roberts, (University of Southampton, UK, SEG Thayer Lindsley Visiting Lecturer) This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with...
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00
Sign up to meet one-on-one with library staff that can help you learn the basics of either our Bambu A1 3D printer or our Cricut cutting machine. These two devices...
Excel is a spreadsheet program that is often used for budgets, statistics, invoices, payroll, accounting, and much more. This class will cover the basics of formatting, formulas. There are Three...
Your washing machine can be a consistent source of greywater irrigation for high water use plants in your landscape like food producing trees and shrubs. Learn how to tap into this resource to help support your landscape and hydro-local living! This VIRTUAL class meets the requirement for Tucson Water's greywater rebate and walks you through the process...
Curso de GED Prep en español -- Esta clase ayudará a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura, escritura, matemáticas y pensamiento crítico, todas ellas necesarias para incrementar sus posibilidades de éxito en sus examenes GED. La clase se impartirá completamente en español. La instrucción puede incluir tareas, conferencias tradicionales y práctica interactiva. Los...
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 reference desk. Registration is required for all sessions. Register by calling 928-213-2331 or visiting the reference desk at the downtown library to check session availability.
Discover and explore the spectacular world of birding. Learn about field guides, field trips, bird identification, birding optics, birding organizations, and bird apps. Connect with other individuals and help grow the birding community.
Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy guided hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy walk. We will meet at the Nature Center and check out the nearby feeders and vegetation, before going over to...
A leisurely bird walk through the desert and riparian habitats at Cienega Creek Preserve. Summer Tanager, Vermilion Flycatcher, and Yellow-breasted Chat are among the birds we will search for in the cottonwoods and willows of this special place. Cienega Creek Preserve is a great place to enjoy the spectacle of migration. Sections of the trail...