Stop by all month long at the Downtown Branch and test your detective skills with our scavenger hunt for a chance to earn a prize! This month's Earth Day theme runs through April 30th. Explore every nook of your library to complete the hunt, and along the way, discover something new your library has to offer! The hidden...
A solar eclipse will be 71% visible on April 8. Get ready with hands-on activities, for all ages, that explore our solar system and the dynamics of eclipse shadows. Activities will be set up in the library for you to explore on a drop-in basis, all day, April 1-8. No registration required. Eclipse sunglasses will...
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 and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
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
Drop by Ranger Shaun’s Naturalist app introductory workshop to find out about some of the best apps on the market for identifying the plants and animals you see in the...
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and Military: $10 College ID Holders: $8 Flandrau Members:...
After school activities with a STEAM theme. Experience the possibility for something new; arts and science, math and tech. Just drop-in for a while and see what is in store....
(ages 5 and up / 45 min / space is limited) Did you know that slime in a non-Newtonian fluid? We will cover the science of slime, develop hypotheses, conduct experiments and of course - create slime that you can take home! **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...
(ages 6-12 / 30 min) Join us to learn about the Eclipse on April 8th and make your own DIY eclipse viewer in five easy steps! All supplies provided. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration.
Art & science classes / building days weekly @ Vista. Something different for kids every week at your Vista Grande Public Library Makerspace. Art classes, building days, and more! Program...
Do you love LEGOs? Join us for a random LEGO challenge or bring your own creativity to make your own LEGO creation. LEGOs Provided!
Introduction to basic block coding principles using Code-A-Pillar, Code.org, and other hands-on and unplugged activities. Dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23 Time: 4 – 5 PM Class Fee: $35 Intended Audience: Children Aged 4-6 Years Old Instructor: NAU Ph.D. Students of Infomatics and Dr. Alice Christie, Tynkertopia Founder
Leading the movement to inspire, educate, and equip girls with computer skills to pursue 21st-century opportunities. Girls Who Code aims to use computer science to change the world. Ideal for girls in grades thirds through fifth; you’ll work on a Computer Science Impact Project, where you’ll use computer science to solve a real world problem....
We will foster students’ engineering, competitive and creative edge as we challenge them to fulfill briefs given by a world class judge. Using everyday materials, kids will create the bridges, towers, and vehicles of tomorrow. Challenges are different each session. Age at least 8 yrs but less than 15 yrs Apr 2, 2024 - Apr...