Learn all about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem on this guided walk with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Based on the fall rains we received, we have a good chance of seeing early spring wildflowers. We will hike about 3...
What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over...
Join us to explore the stunning Jewel of the Creek Preserve! This trail leads through diverse Sonoran Desert habitats - from cholla fields to the riverbed of Cave Creek with towering cottonwoods. Length: 2.5 miles, some elevation gain, and uneven surfaces. Come prepared with water, closed-toe shoes, and sun protection. No restrooms available. Parking: If...
Join Ranger Jacque for a fun hike to enjoy the trails and mountain views. Join Ranger Jacque for a morning hike through the scenic White Tank mountains! This hike will cover 6 miles starting on Gray Fox Trail, then making a small loop on sections of the Waddell, Mesquite, and Ford Canyon Trails. Hikers should plan for...
Engrave words onto a pencil using THINKspot's laser cutter! Learn the basics of using the laser cutter and design.
Engrave words onto a pencil using THINKspot's laser cutter! Learn the basics of using the laser cutter and design.
Join Ranger Shaun as we move along through the winter season towards Spring. The emergence of wildflowers will bring back an explosion of insects close behind! Learn more about the greatest frenemies of all time! Plants and bugs! Thanks to this ages old power struggle life exists as we know it. The dance between plant and predator...
What really covers the desert – little organisms can make a big difference! Some of the most common sights in the desert – and indeed the living things that probably cover more of the desert than any single kind of plant – are lichen, desert varnish, and soil crust. These organisms actually have much in...
This six-week workshop is designed to help people with pre-diabetes and diabetes, and their relatives and caregivers gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Sponsored by the local Area Agency on Aging. Workshop runs every Thursday at 10:30 am, January 15 through February 19, 2026. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start...
Learn about what each of the Maricopa County Parks have to offer at this table display with Ranger Eric. Stop by to learn from Ranger Eric about the trails, scenery, wildlife, and other resources that each of Maricopa County Parks have to offer to visitors. Free trail maps for all parks will be available to...
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...
Join Ranger Shaun for a midday desert jaunt! Come see the beauty of the desert on a Ranger guided hike! Enjoy a trek through the desert! Come along and learn about some of the local flora and fauna and their unique adaptations to life here in the Sonoran Desert. Be on the lookout for critters as...
Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
If you are having problems with your Android-based cell phone, bring it to the Sun City Library any Thursday afternoon. The Help Table is open from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on Thursdays at the library.
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 before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
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 before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
Presented by Cong Li (Postdoc, University of Arizona Geosciences) Part of the Geosciences Colloquium Series This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with visiting scientists as well! The colloquium series will be conducted in the Gould-Simpson “Fishbowl” (2nd floor) from 4-5PM on Thursdays. There will be...
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
Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time? Come to our 3D Printing: Model Design Workshop...
Get ready to kick off the new year in style! We’re thrilled to invite you to the Q1 VIP Tech Mixer, a special evening hosted by the Arizona Technology Council and the University of Arizona College of Information Science. Mark your calendar for Thursday, January 29, because you won’t want to miss this! Join us for night of...
STEMCon is the opportunity for the students of AFHSD, to show off their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) skills and passions! It's also the opportunity to see cool STEM demonstrations, hear from various groups and speakers, enter competitions and win prizes! Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events...
ndulge in peaceful and soothing yoga held in the serene Chrysalis Emergence Gallery amidst a beautiful sounding waterfall background. Led by yoga instructor Elicia, this hour-long class commences with a walk through the Butterfly Conservatory, followed by a series of gentle stretches and guided meditations in the Emergence Gallery. For a blissful experience, remember to...
TMC's Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group brings together mothers to help each other find hope and healing from the baby blues, depression and anxiety - during and after pregnancy. This group is led by a facilitator, is open to the community, FREE and no registration is needed. Babies in arms welcome. We meet every Thursday...
TMC's Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group brings together mothers to help each other find hope and healing from the baby blues, depression and anxiety - during and after pregnancy. This group is led by a facilitator, is open to the community, FREE and no registration is needed. Babies in arms welcome. We meet every Thursday...
We'll explore a range of different password managers together and even do a hands-on demonstration to help you set one up!