Join international birding guide Greg Homel, on this tour of Carr Canyon, beginning in the lower canyon, where we will look for Gambel's Quail, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and Black-headed Grosbeaks, and other canyon outlet species. We may stop at the Carr House Nature Center to check the hummingbird feeders. Venturing to the top...
Join Ken Blankenship of East West Birding Tours to search for open country species and explore a famous birding destinations on Fort Huachuca (pass required). Highlight targets include Botteri’s Sparrow, Chihuahuan Meadowlark, Loggerhead Shrike, Montezuma Quail, Coppery-tailed Trogon, Dusky-capped Flycatcher, Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher, Hepatic Tanager, Painted Redstart, and much more. Bring hat, sun protection, and wear trail shoes. Lunch is...
A visit to what was formerly one of the Southwest’s largest cattle ranches. This expansive BLM National Conservation Area is home to Pronghorn Antelope, Prairie Dogs and a wide variety...
Join Enjoy a scenic exploration of the south side of the Huachuca Mountains with professional guide and environmental educator, Jeff Babson. The tour begins with a drive through the grasslands which...
Lake Cochise, near Willcox, is a magnet for waterbirds. Shorebirds, like Black-necked Stilt and Wilson's Phalarope, wildfowl like Cinnamon Teal, and others like White-faced Ibis, are drawn to the water here. Join expert bird guide Steve Tracey to spend a few hours checking the lake and the area around it before heading for the nearby Chiricahua Mountains....
Join expert bird guide, David Simpson, on an exploration of the Chiricahua Mountains. We will start with Cassin's and Botteri's Sparrows in the prairies at the base, then climb into the...
Join local bird expert Dan Hoobler on a visit to the world famous Ramsey Canyon in the Huachuca Mountains. Owned by The Nature Conservancy, this area has been a hot spot for birding for decades. The lower canyon is good for Montezuma and Gambel's Quails, Gila and Ladder-backed Woodpeckers, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and Black-headed Grosbeaks,...
Join professional guide Kristy Gallo on a half-day hike up Hunter Canyon where the 2011 Miller Peak Wilderness fire left its mark, with the result being a unique combination of habitats that...
Join leader Rich Bailowitz (co-author of several butterfly books as well as Field Guide to the Damselflies and Dragonflies of Arizona and Sonora) as we search for some of the butterflies and dragonflies of the Sierra Vista area. The day will include stops in Escapule Canyon (near the San Pedro River) and in Huachuca Canyon, at various elevations...
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology...
Prescott Valley Public Library will be offering a Beginning Computer Skills course starting on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 10AM- Noon. In this course, learners will be introduced to different types of computers and their parts. They will practice how to turn on and log on to a computer, as well as log off...
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Need one-on-one computer help? Register by calling the library for a FREE individualized 45 minute computer session with Faith Dekens. The time slots are 10 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:30 AM and 12:15 PM. Please be on time. If you've registered and must cancel please place a courtesy call to the library. Bring your device if...
Learn how to make fluttering butterflies that burst forth from cards or gifts when opened. Ages 18+
Need help with your tech? Stop by the library for free one-on-one Tech Help. Library staff can help patrons with brief, one-on-one assistance with basic technology questions. Each session is...
The Observatory That Began With Mars and Reached the Moon Lowell Observatory’s story begins with one man’s fascination with Mars and a telescope shipped by train to a small Arizona town. Explore the founding era that gave the world the Clark Refractor, sparked a generation of astronomical discovery, and laid the groundwork for everything that...
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to mysterious cosmic rays—with stunning visuals and stories. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? The film explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and connects life on Earth to the evolution...
A Live Tour Through Every Planet in Our Solar System. Join us on a journey through the solar system as we visit each of the planets! Travel from scorching-hot Mercury...
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
Celebrate 100 years of Route 66! Begin with an exclusive talk exploring how the Mother Road paved a path of astronomical discovery, then step inside a rarely seen private collections...
This Part 1 of 4 sessions The Ribbon is designed to help you quickly find the commands that you need to complete a task. Commands are organized in logical groups,...
Adults and teens 13+ are welcome to join us to make a fun sunflower wall art craft. We will use clothespins, paint, and even Scrabble tiles to make a fun...
This class will teach entry-level computer skills. Participants will learn how to open a web browser, navigate internet searches, access and use email, basic computer safety, and more! Register the first day of class or go to https://literacyconnects.org/adult-language-literacy-programs/ to register. Ages 18+
One small step was just the beginning. Now, we take one step beyond, driven by curiosity, bound for Mars, and ready to write the boldest chapter in human exploration. Experience the...
Join our GED instructors online via Zoom for guided GED math instruction. Math instruction can include recommendations for online math learning, traditional lecture, and interactive practice. Math instruction builds on itself, requiring basic building blocks to learn more complex concepts. For that reason we highly recommend that you make a commitment to attending at the same...
Learn approaches to Astrophotography in a combined classroom and field-based workshop. This hands-on course will teach the basics of astrophotography in a two-part, one-evening session. Participants will learn how to use their...
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. All Ages
This approachable walk is on a 0.8-mile loop on barrier-free gravel terrain with little elevation gain. We go at a comfortable, strolling pace, pausing at a few stops along the way to discover what makes the Sonoran Desert so unique, making this perfect for beginners, photographers, families, and nature-lovers of all abilities. Absorb the beauty...
Learn the optimal camera settings for capturing lightning and dramatic skies safely, utilizing the photo gear you own to make dramatic monsoon photos. Learn how to stay safe and protect...
We’re setting up our version of the silver screen at the Solar Oasis tonight. We’ll meet at the Spur Cross trailhead, where you’ll get to say hello to some of our favorite “creepy-crawly” critters. Then we’ll hike down to the Solar Oasis, where, once it’s dark, we’ll turn on the spotlight and enjoy the show that unfolds, as all manner of arthropods are drawn to...
We will be looking for wildlife in the dark so make sure to pack flashlights and blacklights, if you have them, and make sure everything is charged or has extra batteries. We will be hiking along a portion of the Pemberton trail to start and then connect onto the Scenic trail for a total of 2 miles during our...
After the sun sets, a whole new world awakens, largely unseen by most. Join Jeff Babson to explore the Huachuca Mountains at night and step into the nighttime world of moths and other insects. At historic Carr House, set at the entrance to Carr Canyon, we will set up a black (or UV) light to see what we...
The first Thursday of every month a few of us are going to grab a Prusa and ride to the lab! Want to join us? You might be asking ....
A celestial journey for the whole family! Fly beneath the rings of Saturn, float through the heart of the Orion Nebula, and plunge into a black hole during this captivating...