It’s time to get your birding on! On this tour, you’ll learn how to identify resident birds and those just passing through. You’ll also learn where they like to hang out and what their habits are, so you can be ready to spot them in their natural habitat. View the Tohono Chul bird guide here....
Join a ranger at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center at our back patio to learn about the wildlife found at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Topics may include javalina, gila...
From fur to feathers, and scales to exoskeletons, this program helps learners with special needs recognize differences and similarities through visual, tactile, olfactory, and auditory experiences. Programs are tailored to...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a 1 hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or American Indian use of plants and animals. Program...
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Join us for a Walk in the Gardens and get an intimate look at the plants and animals that call Tohono Chul home. During this guided tour, you’ll hear about desert wildlife and learn how to identify some of...
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
From birds to butterflies, a look at the winged things of the skies Eco-Stations at the Overlook These touch carts, staffed by Docents, feature hands-on Sonoran Desert learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. Stocked with everything from binoculars and hand lenses to mounted specimens and scientific models, and supplemented with an amazing array...
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,...
Join us for a surprise program. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave inspired! Program may include a walk to Mather Point or along the Canyon Rim Trail. Program duration: 30...
Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program. Free with Park Fee
Join a ranger on the back patio of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center to discover more about Organ Pipe Cactus' fascinating cultural or geological history, ecology, wildlife or other fun topics! Free with Park Fee
Whether you are a Minecraft expert or a beginner, MINECRAFT MONDAY is for you. Join us for a fun, Minecraft build challenge. No registration required however space is limited - first come first play. Accounts will be provided!
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up to...
Come join us at Saguaro library for an engaging STEAM activity! STEAM activites will include hands on fun exploring Science, Engineering, Technology, Art & Math. Ages 3-12. Tickets are available 15 minutes...
Join us for an afternoon filled with creativity, fun, and lots of LEGO!
Kids and teens can play on the edu version of Minecraft at the Library!
Come and build LEGO masterpieces with us! Work together in groups or alone to make a LEGO creation. For ages 3-12. No registration. For more information, call 623-930-3837 or stop at the youth service desk. All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City...
Calling all science kids! This month we will explore the concepts of energy, propulsion, and engineering to design and craft our own simple macines that go, move, spin, fly, and more. This program is for youth ages 7-11. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. To register click here.
Children explore robotics as they build simple models that teach fundamentals of robotic design. They will also use tablets to program their builds through a basic LEGO® coding app. Whether learning about sensors while building seesaws or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building robotic trains, your child is sure to have...
Join a ranger at the Twin Peaks Campground Amphitheater to discover more about the amazing Sonoran Desert! Topics may including cultural history, wildlife, cacti, restoration projects, and more! Free with...
Bring your family to the library parking lot on January 8th at 6pm to explore the wonders of the night sky! A Phoenix Astronomical Society EAA presenter will give you...
Robotics inspired by Star Wars® and space travel – how cool! Come on an adventure building and programming functional robots using LEGO® bricks in this super-fun program. Learn about space, space...