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Pima County Parks and Recreation: Mindful Morning Nature Walk

Pima County Public Library - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson

Spending time in nature can have healing and restorative power, relaxing both the mind and body. Slowing down to consciously engage our senses while out walking not only calms and grounds us, but also deepens our connection to the natural world. Join a Conservation Lands Resources naturalist for a peaceful morning stroll through the park...

Free

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Birding Agua Caliente Park

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

Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. We expect to see woodpeckers, flycatchers, warblers, vireos, and more.

$5

Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling...

Free with Admission

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert Ecosystems Hike Winter Edition

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Join Ranger Shaun for a family friendly hike on a barrier free trail to see what the desert has to offer in the cooler climes of late fall.   Come along for a walk in the lovely Arizona weather. We’ll be on the lookout for critters, as always, and discuss our unique ecosystem as we walk...

Free with Park Fee

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! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until...

Free – $10

Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

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

$15

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, 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

Yavapai County Free Library District: Full STEAM Ahead!

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 STEAM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch n’ Learn – Stranger Things, Sonoran Desert Edition

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

Bring your lunch if you'd like to eat during this casual program. Meet the Sonoran desert’s most bizarre and fascinating characters at this presentation, where we’ll discover the surprising relationships and peculiar behaviors that define life in the wild. From unexpected partnerships to strange survival strategies, dive into the incredible and often unseen connections that...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Public Library: Kids Nutrition Days

Phoenix Public Library - Harmon Library 1325 S. 5th Ave., Phoenix

Join us for an early release day after school program made just for school aged kids. Learn the importance of nutrition as we help you prepare a healthy snack. We will also have fun activities for you to enjoy. Presented in partnership with AZ Health Zone.

Free

Yuma County Library District: Paper Cricut Snowman

Yuma County Library District - Main Library 2951 S. 21st Dr., Yuma

This hands-on program invites older children (6-12) to create their own charming snowmen using paper circuits. Discover the magic of electronics as we guide you through designing and assembling illuminated...

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...

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

Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library

Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman

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.

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

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: Extreme Weather

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

Weather has always been one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet, but now it’s intensifying in varied and complex ways. Extreme Weather takes us to the...

Free – $14

City of Chandler: Turtle Time [#2NC106]

Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler

Dive into the majestic world of the green sea turtles. Gain an understanding of their behaviors, life cycle, environment, and the importance of preserving our oceans. Take home a turtle...

$8 – $11

Phoenix Public Library: Brick Builders

Phoenix Public Library - Desert Sage Library 7602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix

Bring your imagination and join us for an afternoon of brick building.  You can follow our themes and challenges or make your own.  Creative thinking, teamwork, eye-hand coordination, and problem-solving are...

Free

Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition,  ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle,...

$25 – $35

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling display of luminarias will wow you! Experience a holiday light show unlike any other in southern Arizona! Designed by nationally known public garden landscape architect Tres...