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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Morning Meander

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Enjoy an early morning walk to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and more with Ranger Jacque.   Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Nature Journaling

Agua Caliente Regional Park 12325 E. Roger Rd., Tucson

Using nature as a source of inspiration, hone your powers of observation and reflection and record your findings in words and pictures. Nature journaling is a great way to slow...

Free

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open...

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Science Exhibits

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

From Earthly wonders to the farthest reaches of space, Flandrau's exhibits reveal the marvels of the universe. Visit the deepest seas, explore the rainforests, even go back in time! Experience...

Free – $14

Avondale Public Library: STEAM Playdate at Civic Center Library

Avondale Public Library - Civic Center Library 11350 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale

Ages 3 - 6 Explore a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance....

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Rattlesnakes

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Snakes are on the move again. Come talk with Ranger Shaun to find out why, and how to safely see one, or avoid it!   We’re closing out Summer, even if...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona Science Center: CREATE – Basic Build

CREATE at Arizona Science Center 105 N. 5th St., Phoenix

It's anything but basic! This Mini Maker Experience allows creative minds to build a science-themed keepsake to commemorate your Arizona Science Center visit. Children 8-13 must be accompanied by an...

$8

Arizona Science Center: CREATE – Mid-Make

CREATE at Arizona Science Center 105 N. 5th St., Phoenix

Looking to explore something new with more time to create? This Mini Maker Experience gives creators the freedom to build beyond with expert help from our CREATE techs. Children 8-13...

$25

Arizona Science Center: CREATE – Creative Challenge

CREATE at Arizona Science Center 105 N. 5th St., Phoenix

Learn a new skill with expert coaching from our CREATE techs! This Mini Maker Experience dives into a specific creative area and allows plenty of time for your ideas to...

$45

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Tech Toy Time

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

Calling all little engineers and programmers! Stop by to learn about circuitry, coding, and more with developmentally appropriate, creative technical toys! This program is geared towards 3-6-year-olds and is free...

Free with Admission

Yavapai County Free Library District: Wonder Wednesday

Yavapai County Free Library District - Dewey - Humboldt Town Library 2735 S. Corral St., Humboldt

Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!

Free

Avondale Public Library: More2Explore at Sam Garcia Library

Avondale Public Library - Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library 495 E. Western Ave., Avondale

Ages 5 -  12 Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities from painting and crafting to building and robotics.

Free

Pima County Public Library: What’s Up Wednesday!

Pima County Public Library - Sahuarita Library 670 Sahuarita Rd W., Sahuarita

Looking for something to do on early-out Wednesdays?  Come join us for a different activity each week; craft projects, science projects, games and more.

Free

Pima County Public Library: LEGOs @ Nanini

Pima County Public Library - Nanini Library 7300 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson

Folks of all ages are invited to dig through huge piles of our Legos and build whatever their imagination desires. We also have Duplo blocks for the littlest builders! No registration...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Create Club

Pima County Public Library - Valencia Library 202 W. Valencia Rd., Tucson

Do you love arts & crafts, games, and STEAM-centered fun? Join us each week for Create Club and enjoy hands-on activities that will ignite your imagination! Ideal for school-aged children but...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Introduction to Tie Dye

Pima County Public Library - Santa Rosa Library 1075 S. 10th Ave., Tucson

Learn to tie dye with natural and synthetic dyes! Participants will learn the basics of tying fabrics to achieve varied patterns and effects. T-shirts, socks, and bandanas for attendees to...

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: Kidz S.T.E.A.M. – Balloon-Propelled CD Hovercraft

Yavapai County Free Library District - Prescott Valley Public Library 7401 E. Skoog Blvd., Prescott Valley

Welcome to Kidz STEAM! STEAM encompasses science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Our Kidz STEAM program offers children ages 5 - 8 and their caregiver the opportunity to get creative and test out...

Free

Pima County Public Library: LEGO Club

Pima County Public Library - Oro Valley Library 1305 W. Naranja Dr., Oro Valley

Come and join us for a wonderful hour of relaxing free build. Let your imaginations soar! LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes....

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club

Yavapai County Free Library District - Cottonwood Public Library 100 6th St., Cottonwood

Kids of all ages can come and socialize while they complete LEGO challenges. This is a drop in program, please stay with your child if they need help.

Free

Flagstaff Festival of Science: Crafting the Clouds with Kids!

Coconino Center for the Arts 2300 N. Fort Valley Rd., Flagstaff

To celebrate Coconino Center for the Arts current exhibition ("Cumulus: The Art of Meteorology") with kids, we will be hosting a fun cloud related craft and discussion. We will discover...

Free

Flagstaff Festival of Science: Build-A-Bot Workshop

Tynkertopia, Inc. 3330 E. Elder Dr., Flagstaff

Come to Flagstaff's STEAM Community Center, and engage in the Engineering Design Process (Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, Improve). Create a Bot using a wide variety of recycled materials. Ages 2...

Free

Flagstaff Festival of Science: Tag a Monarch Butterfly

Bubbling Ponds Fish Hatchery 1970 N. Page Springs Rd., Cornville

Discover the art of tagging monarchs during their fall migration with the Southwest Monarch Study! Nets and tags are provided for this educational experience. Adults and youth are welcome, though...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: MACH1 Open Hours

Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library ​1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix

Join us for MACH1’s Open Hours to explore the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! Explore our extensive collection of STEM games, robotics toys, circuitry kits, craft...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Art Coders – Drawings with a Voice

Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library ​1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix

Did you know that you can create art using code? Join MACH1 during a special 1-hour introductory program of Art Coders to code, create, and explore a free code art program. Past projects have...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Block Party

Phoenix Public Library - Saguaro Library 2808 N. 46th St., Phoenix

Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza!   Ages 3-12

Free

Scottsdale Public Library: Full STEAM Ahead – LEGO Masters

Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center Library 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale

(ages 6-11 / 45 minutes /space is limited) Are you a LEGO Master? Join us for some build time while you complete our weekly challenge by yourself or with some...

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

​​The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of...

Free – $14

Phoenix Public Library: Sew Basic

Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library ​1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix

Want to learn the basics of sewing, using our sewing machines? Join MACH1 during Sew Basic, an hour of sewing machine basics. This program is for children, teens, and adults ages...

Free

Flagstaff Festival of Science: Astronomy Nights @ Tynkertopia

Tynkertopia, Inc. 3330 E. Elder Dr., Flagstaff

Starting just after sunset at Tynkertopia, participants will have the opportunity to look through a telescope that will target several different astronomical sources throughout the evening. During this time, there...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: QC LEGO Club

MCLDAZ - Queen Creek Library 21802 S. Ellsworth Rd., Queen Creek

Calling all LEGO Masters! Join us each month as we create and display amazing lego creations. Don't forget to bring your creativity; you'll need it! •5-8 year olds with guardian/parent...

Free