Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history. Visitors can trace the story of the region’s forests, from the ancestral environmental care practices of the region’s Indigenous communities to the founding of the...
Join Park Volunteers Jim & Judy Taylor for a bird meet up at the Nature Center! Observe and identify local bird species with our resident experts. Join Park Volunteers Jim & Judy Taylor on the back patio of the nature center and observe and identity the various birds at our bird feeders. Then we 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!...
STAR WALK is an immersive augmented reality (AR) experience divided into multiple acts. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the cosmos, including the Sun, Alpha Centauri, and the Laniakea Supercluster! 😎 Wearing Augmented Reality glasses, you'll walk around the room and use hand and voice commands to interact with planets, asteroids, and other cosmic bodies! 🎹 Be mesmerized as you listen...
Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, scorpions, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Olivia will shed some light about which ones are really out to get you, and which...
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,...
Get ready to discover with story characters how they can turn their hobbies into jobs and make decisions about earning, spending, and saving money. It's a fun way to learn about money and practice making smart choices! This interactive storytime is recommended for ages 3-8. Prepárate para descubrir con los personajes de la historia cómo...
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...
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.
Join us for a fun and engaging eco-awareness program designed to inspire children ages 3 to 7 years old to connect with nature and become environmental stewards. Through hands-on activities, storytelling, and creative workshops, kids will explore the wonders of the natural world and learn how to protect it. From building bird feeders to creating...
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.
Get creative with Perler Beads this month! Join us to explore how these colorful beads can be used to create fun and intricate designs while learning about patterns and color...
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.
Bring your creativity and join us for building fun with hundreds and hundreds of blocks. Ages 5-11
Do you love LEGOs? Join us for a random LEGO challenge or bring your own creativity to make your own LEGO creation. LEGOs Provided!
Want to learn some code? Code Club meets weekly to explore a variety of different computer programming languages and logic. Coding experience is not required. Beginners are welcome. No registration...
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...
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.
Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
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 frontlines where few have gone. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about natural disasters Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
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...
Bring your imagination and join us at MACH1 to create something fun with LEGOs or other types of bricks! Follow our themes and challenges or make your own. Creative thinking, teamwork, eye-hand coordination, and problem-solving are just a few of the skills learned while having fun with bricks. This program is a walk-in program for...
This month's book is "Nat Geo: Prehistoric Mammals" by Kathleen Zoehfeld. Read the book at home and then join us for fun activities, discussion and so much more!