Pima County Parks and Recreation: 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.
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.
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....
Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall...
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 down and tune in to the world around you and a rewarding practice for any experience level. All materials provided; no artistic experience needed.
If you have ever been interested in drawing what you observe in the natural world, then you should attend this program! Join local illustrator and author, Diane Iverson, for the Fall drawing series. Learn and practice colored pencil drawing and leave with finished pieces.
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Use pastel chalk art to create a “fall-tacular” outline of a fall leaf! Free with Admission
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library...
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...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until...
Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/education/private-tour/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card
Crawl inside an inflatable planetarium to experience the wonders of the night sky. We'll learn basic observational astronomy, including what stars and constellations are, how to identify them in the night sky, and the mythology behind them.
Age at least 4 yrs but less than 7 yrs Let us create a warm and inviting environment for your child through learning and fun! They'll grow with age appropriate curriculum with a focus on literacy, language development, math, science and social development through centers, purposeful play, crafts, games and special activities. Let us give...
Explore your SMART side with 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. Please be aware that materials used are age specific and caregiver supervision is required. STEAM Playdate (Ages 3–6): Wednesdays, 11 am
This masterful, interactive, and exciting presentation will cover fascinating examples of cannibalism in the natural world paired with a human example or two.
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...
Join local origami artist, Charlie Humme, on the Overlook, as he teaches us how to make our very own origami bats for the Fall-tacular month! Free with Admission
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!
Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12 yrs Adventure awaits at the Riparian Preserve! Join us Wednesday afternoons as we explore all the Riparian has to offer: bird watching, native Sonoran plants and animals, desert ecology, and general park exploration. Crafts, projects, and experiments will complement our weekly adventure. This class meets in...
Do you love building things and a good challenge? Come by to this STEAM program in which you will be given two materials and with them build the strongest and tallest tower. The group that wins will get a prize! This program is suited for kids ages 6-12. First come first serve, while supplies last.
ome join us at Cesar Chavez Library for a Tween STEAM activity! This activity is targeted for children ages 8-12.
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.
Unlock the mysteries of coding at the STEAM Kids Club this Halloween! Kids aged 6-12 will learn basic coding skills as they follow algorithms to decipher spooky secret images. Join us for a spine-tingling adventure where technology and creativity come together to reveal hidden Halloween surprises! *Registration required. Space is limited to the first 20...
Learn about Arizona’s native bats, the threats they face, the benefits they provide for people, and how we can help them. Then test your knowledge with a game of Jeopardy! Presented by Saguaro National Park
Explore our cactus community, learn how the saguaro thrives in the desert and discover the fascinating interrelationships between saguaros and other desert plants and animals. Plant a saguaro to take home! Tickets will be given out 30 minutes prior to the event. Space is limited to 25 participants.
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 remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! All supplies provided. Some activities might get a little messy.
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Explore, discover and get your brain going with fun STE(A)M activities. New Program Alert: Combining LEGO Explorers and Tinker Time. Both activities will now become a single weekly STE(A)M program! Explore, design, build, and discover with rotating STEM resources such as Snap Circuits, Sphero little Bits and various hands on activities. This will be a two...
Discover the secrets of science behind your favorite fairytales. Each month we will investigate a different project that will enchant you. **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. Ages 6 - 11
Join us for STEAM fun as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities. Kids 6-12 will make a popsicle catapult and test it with candy corn pieces! This will be a popular event, and space is limited. Registration i required, register the child only.
Home for New Beginnings is a local non-profit whose goal is to build homes for children in the Verde Valley. They aspire to teach children the fundamentals of gardening, harvesting, and then onto cooking, and potentially running a kitchen. Participants in this program will be visiting the Home for New Beginnings Garden. Parents are encouraged...
Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12