Pima County Environmental Education: Birding
Visit Agua Caliente Park, a birding hotspot in Pima County. Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. Offered...
Free
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Events for August 19, 2026
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...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Goldmine Fitness Hike
Start your morning with a challenging but rewarding workout on the Goldmine trail, which is a difficult rated hike with 541ft of elevation gained to reach one of the peaks in the Goldmine mountains....
Free with Park Fee
Highlands Center for Natural History: Wednesday Wanderings
Our guided nature walks involve a walk on wooded trails with a local expert to learn about the Central Highlands ecoregion. These walks are on the unpaved trails on the...
Free
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 come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
$20 – $25
Desert Foothills Library: Oh Snap! Photography Club
re you passionate about capturing moments, exploring new perspectives, or improving your camera skills? The Oh Snap! Photography Club at Desert Foothills Library is a friendly and supportive community of local photographers - open to all skill levels, from complete novices to seasoned professionals. What we do: share and critique photos, learn new skills, develop...
Free
City of Scottsdale: Weather Presentation
Come join us for a weather presentation from ABC 15's morning weather anchor, Jorge Torres. After the presentation, you will have the opportunity to represent the senior center and Scottsdale...
Free
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...
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
$79
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: PENGUIN ENCOUNTER
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of...
$89
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
Maricopa County Library District: Fall Gardening & Irrigation Tips
Join us for an informative presentation on preparing your garden for the fall growing season. Learn about seasonal planting, soil maintenance, and basic irrigation practices that promote healthy plant growth while conserving water. Presented by members of the Garden Club of Sun City.
Free
Pima County Public Library: Computación Nivel Intermedio – Google Apps
Durante esta clase aprenderás: Google Keep para crear notas, listas y recordatorios. Google Translate para traducir textos, conversaciones y páginas web en diferentes idiomas. Google Maps para buscar lugares, obtener direcciones, calcular rutas...
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...
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
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SEA LION ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
$89
Yavapai County Free Library District: Computer Skills 101 – One-on-One Computer Help
Do you need some basic computer help? Sign up for an individual session with our Digital Navigator at your library today! Bring your device if you can.
Free
Pima County Public Library: Start Your Own Podcast (BYOB – Bring Your Own Business)
Ever dreamed of launching your own podcast? Whether you're building your brand, sharing your passion, or just want to have fun behind the mic, this high-energy workshop will walk you...
Free
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SLOTH ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
$69
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Life on the Aqua Fria
Ranger Derik will have a table set up with natural artifacts and live animals that can be found at the park. Field guides and handouts will be available to help you identify the...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station Desert 101
Learn about some of the hardy plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert, from trees and shrubs to mammals, birds, and reptiles, and find out how they survive in our...
Free with Park Fee
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 tools under our one sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...
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
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Desert Blooms in Colored Pencil
Create vibrant, exciting, and colorful drawings of our beautiful desert flowers using color pencils. You will be amazed at the saturated colors you can achieve with colored pencils! Basic drawing...
$24 – $30
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...
The University of Arizona: Agave & Yuccas
Agaves and yuccas, two of our desert succulents will be discussed in depth. Their origins, history, structure and uses will be detailed as well as their very popular use as...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: MACH2 – Sewing 101
Join us at Cholla Library’s Mach2 Intro to Sewing to learn some basic mending techniques! This month we will be focusing on repairing those clothes that you love but just...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way...
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
Chandler Public Library: Plarn Drop-In
Looking for ways to give back while also conserving and living more sustainably? Visit us for Plarn Drop-In and work with others to create sleeping mats out of your everyday...
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
Arizona Technology Council: August after5 Tech Mixer – Hosted by Axway, Inc.
The Arizona Technology Council and Axway, Inc. are thrilled to host the August after5 Tech Mixer on Wednesday, August 19 in Scottsdale! Join us for an evening of networking with the brightest minds in Arizona’s tech community. Whether...
Free – $30
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
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: America 250 – Pemberton Pond Hike- Echoes of the Past
In the spirit of America 250, join Ranger Jacque for a journey through the Pemberton trail and through time. This program offers a unique glimpse into the area’s natural beauty interwoven...
Free with Park Fee
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...
Desert Botanical Garden: Flower Gardening in the Low Desert
Learn which flowers do well in the low desert (spoiler alert: there are a lot of them!) and provide growing details so you can grow them with confidence. Leave class...
$34.95
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: THINKspot Equipment Q&A
f you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian is available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan. This is a drop-in...
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
Bright Side Bookshop: An Evening with Heather Hansman, Author of Fierce Country
In partnership with American Rivers,we're excited to host Heather Hansman, author of Fierce Country: The Untold Story of Three Women Who Ignited America’s Love for the Wild and Melissa Sevigny,...
$5
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Ales with the Arb!
Come enjoy a pint at Mother Road Brewing Company on the third Wednesday of each month and support the Arb while hearing about the latest research in the biological sciences!...
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
HeatSync Labs: Group Programming – Leetcode Practice
Let's solve some Leetcode problems as a group. We will discuss some methods and tips that can help you get to the right answers faster. Work on your algorithms and...
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...