Yavapai County Free Library District: Sedona Gem and Mineral Club Exhibit
The public is invited to view a collection of rocks and geodes from the collection of members of the Sedona Gem And Mineral Club. The display will be located in...
Free
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Kids (6 – 8 years)
Events for October 1, 2024
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Nature Niños Activity
The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Free with Park Fee
The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
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...
Free
National Park Service: Cactus Forest Caravan (East District)
Hop in your car and follow a ranger along the Cactus Forest Loop Drive with stops along the way to experience and learn about the Sonoran Desert. Accessible program. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Discovery KIDchen – Top Secret Tumeric Telegrams!
Join the Garden Specialist in the KIDchen for a hands-on STEAM activity! Today we’ll use tumeric to learn about acids and bases as we write hidden messages and use science to reveal our secret notes! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)
oin 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
Free with Park Fee
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...
Free – $14
Pima County Public Library: T.n.T. – STEAM
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 8 to 13.
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club
Students of any age (parents please supervise if under 5yrs) come after school to build something out of LEGOs with other kids or teens your age. Free, LEGOs provided (please leave your own Legos at home). Follow a design idea or invent your own! You may stay for a bit or the whole time. Ok...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Afternoons at Ocotillo
Join us for afternoon kids activities--playing tabletop games, doing crafts, exploring STEAM activities and more! This program is supported by Friends of the Phoenix Public Library.
Free
Pima County Public Library: LEGO Club
Let’s play with LEGO and DUPLO bricks! Every Tuesday we’ll build something with a different theme every time. Don't worry - there's plenty of room to freestyle as well. Show off your creativity and have some fun! There is no registration, however we are limited to up to 50 people in the room at a time.
Free
Tempe Public Library: Code Club
For Kids, ages 6-12. Code Club meets weekly to explore different computer programming languages and logic. Previous coding experience is not required. Beginners are welcome.
Free
Pinal County Library District: Kid’s Makerspace Class
Something different for kids every week at your Vista Grande Public Library Makerspace. Art classes, building days, and more! Program is intended for kids ages 6-12. Children under the age of 12 must have a parent present in the library. Class will be capped at 12 children and registration is encouraged to ensure spot. To...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: STEAM Activity!
Come join us at Cholla library for a STEAM activity! Each week kids complete a project with a Science, Technolgy, Engineering, Art or Math twist.
Free
Tynkertopia: Coding for 2nd – 5th Grade Students
Join us for an engaging coding class where students will learn fundamental programming skills through interactive projects and games! This hands-on experience encourages creativity and critical thinking, empowering young coders to bring their ideas to life while collaborating with peers. Learn basic coding principles through gamified learning experiences using block-based coding languages consisting of text. Students...
$35
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Black Holes
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. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about black holes and astrophysics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children...
Free – $14
Phoenix Public Library: Little Bytes – Conditionals
Did you know that children can learn the foundations of coding before they can write and spell? Learn basic problem-solving skills and new vocabulary for children as young as 4 to give them the building blocks to becoming an excellent coder. Join us for guided activities as we teach your child the basis of code -...
Free
Scottsdale Public Library: Full STEAM Ahead – LEGO Masters
Ages 6 - 11 Are you a LEGO Master? Join us for some build time while you complete our monthly challenge by yourself or with some friends. We'll finish each session with an opportunity to present your build to the group. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of...
Free
Tynkertopia: Introduction to Engineering
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of engineering where students will explore basic engineering principles through hands-on challenges and creative problem-solving! Students will work together to design, build, and test their own projects, fostering teamwork and igniting their curiosity about how things work. Learn to think like an engineer! All materials provided by Tynkertopia....
$40
National Park Service: Astronomy Night – Constellation Talk
Astronomy Night - Constellations Over the Canyon Learn about the science, mythology, and history of the constellations through a laser-guided constellation talk, all under one the darkest night skies in the United States! Time: 8:00 pm (allow 1 hour) Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee