Pinal County Library District: Red Hot Chili Steppers
Turn every step into a win with our Step Challenge! Set your weekly goals, track your progress, and walk alongside a supportive group cheering you on every stride of the...
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Events for August 12, 2026
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Walk
Take an easy-paced walk with Ranger Nikki to see the resilient plants of our desert, including cacti, trees, shrubs and maybe a few summer wildflowers, if monsoon rain has been...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk
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. Along the...
Free with Park Fee
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
$20 – $25
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Plants
Ranger Derik will have a table set up in the Estrella Nature Center with pictures and samples of cacti and other plants that can be commonly found in the park. Also featured...
Free with Park Fee
HeatSync Labs: Caffeine & Coworking
The lab is open! Bring your projects, get excited, and make things! HeatSync Labs is a 501(c)3 nonprofit hackerspace in Mesa, Arizona dedicated to helping you get...
Pima County Public Library: GED Prep – Science
Join our GED instructors online via Zoom for guided GED Science instruction. Instruction can include online assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. The Science test rely heavily on reading comprehension and...
Free
Pima County Public Library: Computacion Nivel Intermedio – Configuración del Gmail
Exploraremos la opción “See all settings” de Gmail para que puedas personalizar tu cuenta según tus necesidades. En esta clase aprenderás a: Personalizar la apariencia de tu Gmail, Utilizar etiquetas...
Free
Tubac Nature Center: Open Hours
The Tubac Nature Center is open on Wednesday and Saturday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. We are located in the Tubac Community Center. 50 Bridge Rd, Rm B2 Tubac...
Pima County Public Library: Heat Relief & Resource Navigation
The Pima County Health Department Community Health and Wellness team will visit the Eckstrom-Columbus Library every 2nd and 4th Wednesday through September 2026 to support community members with resource navigation and heat relief services,...
Free
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
Yavapai County Free Library District: Free Computer Skills and Tech Help 101
Have a tech question? Need help with your phone or computer? Faith can help!! Please call the library and reserve your time slot!
Free
Arizona State University: Falling Walls Lab Arizona Info Session
Join Arizona State University for a live info session to learn everything you need to know about applying to Falling Walls Lab Arizona 2026—a global platform for emerging innovators, researchers, and...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Employment Resource Spotlight – St Mary’s Food Bank Skills Center
Join St. Mary's Food Bank on-site to learn about two employment resource programs that provide vocational training and certifications for Food Service or the Warehouse industry. Learn about the programs (listed below),...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Growing Herbs For The Health Of It!
Discover how easy -- and delicious -- herb gardening can be! Join us for a fun, informative session covering what to plant, how to pair herbs in the garden, simple...
Free
Tempe Public Library: AI & Disinformation – Deepfakes & Digital Deception
Learn how to recognize digital scams. False and misleading information isn't new, but artificial intelligence and social media have made it easier than ever to create and spread convincing...
Free
Lowell Observatory: History Talk – Origins of Lowell
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...
Free with Admission
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: One Sky
An award-winning series of seven immersive shorts sharing diverse cultural sky stories—from Greek Orion and Navajo Thunderbird to Hawaiian wayfinding and Indian observatories—celebrating how humanity across time finds patterns and...
Free – $27
Mesa Public Library: Computer Basics
Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard. If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week...
Free
Pima County Public Library: Stamp Making
Learn the basics of lithography and printing as you carve a stamp from a Pink Pearl eraser! Students will be able to choose from a number of designs or create...
Free
Lowell Observatory: We Are Stars
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...
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond
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,...
Free – $27
Lowell Observatory: Meet the Planets
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...
Free with Admission
Pinal County Library District: Seed up Meet Up
Help us fill our seed packets for the seed library, hear from Master Gardeners, ask questions about your home garden, & learn about Earth Heart Park and Community Garden! Learn...
Free
Tucson Bird Alliance: Southeast Arizona Birding Festival – Community Nature Expo
Bring the whole family! Wednesday, August 12 4:00pm – 6:00pm – Nature Expo Open First 750 festival registrants receive a “SWAG BAG” Free to attend and everyone gets a daily...
Free
Lowell Observatory: Cosmic Highways – A Centennial Tour
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...
Free with Admission
Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
¡Curso de computación básica en español! Este curso proporcionará habilidades informáticas básicas, como abrir un navegador web, realizar búsquedas en Internet, usar el correo electrónico y practicar medidas básicas de...
Free
Arizona Technology Council: Tucson after5 Tech Mixer – Hosted by Bosch
Most people know Bosch for its trusted home appliances, but there’s much more to the company than meets the eye. Join us for an exclusive tech industry networking mixer and...
Free – $30
Town of Gilbert: HSI AED, CPR & First Aid Training – Adult, Child & Infant
Used properly, First Aid and CPR can SAVE LIVES! Learn proper techniques to be effective in an emergency. Recognize the signs/symptoms of injuries and sudden illness. Receive crucial information on...
$65
Lowell Observatory: One Step Beyond – A Journey to Mars
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...
Pinal County Library District: Sewing
Want to learn earn to sew or just like sewing? Attend our open sewing sessions to learn or just be around others who enjoy sewing! Projects are prepared for those...
Free
Mesa Public Library: Intro to 3D Design and Printing
Learn how to create your own simple 3D design on the computer and how to prepare it to print on the library's 3D printer. Ages 18+
Free
Mesa Public Library: Sewing Fabric Insta-Bowls
Join us as we learn to use a sewing machine like a pro. This month, we will be making Insta bowl to hold your stuff or snacks! In this crafty...
Free
Pima County Public Library: GED Prep en español – Matemáticas
Curso de GED Prep en español en línea -- Esta clase ayudará a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura, escritura, matemáticas y pensamiento crítico, todas ellas necesarias para...
Free
Desert Botanical Garden: Desert Oasis Garden After Dark
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...
Free with Admission
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Saguaros in Sunset
Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sunset while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, saguaro blossoms, and maybe some evening critters as...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Hike
The hike will on easy, flat and rolling sandy trail. Hikers should bring water, wear close toed shoes and bring a flashlight with full charge or new batteries. If you have a blacklight feel free to bring ...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and other nocturnal wildlife while hiking along Escondido Trail at Lousley Hill Trail. The...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and other nocturnal wildlife while hiking along Escondido Trail at Lousley Hill Trail. The...
Free with Park Fee
Lowell Observatory: Passport to the Universe
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...
Lowell Observatory: Private Group Stargazing
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through...