Calling All Young Architects and World Explorers! Are you ready to embark on a global adventure — all within the exciting world of Minecraft? In this immersive class, students will travel...
It’s SepSTEAMber! Head to BlockMania on the 1st floor and engineer your own creations with PVC pipes and connectors! From ladders and mazes to forts and tunnels, kids will explore structural design, problem-solving, and creative thinking—all core elements of STEAM learning.
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Learn how animals move as you construct and create a movable paper animal in the Art Studio.
Dig into the wonders of nature as we explore the plant life cycle—from seed to sprout! Kids will get hands-on as they plant their very own seeds, learning how sunlight, water, and care help little seeds grow into something amazing.
Join Ranger Shaun for some microscope empowered bug hunting! Let’s see what sort of aquatic critters we can find in the pond! In addition to all the cool things (or...
Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to Ranger Eric. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center. Nearby there are live examples of a variety of cacti to see on the trail...
Introduce your little ones to the exciting world of coding. Children aged 4 to 6 will engage in playful activities that spark their curiosity and creativity! Through interactive games, hands-on projects, young learners will grasp the basics of coding concepts while building problem-solving skills in a fun, supportive environments. Dates: September 12, 19, October 3 Time:...
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, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving are just a few of the skills learned while having fun with bricks!
Kids will build towers, create animals, and tackle exciting challenges! 9/12 Pirate Adventures
oin us every Friday for an exciting array of activities! Engage in board games, delve into science experiments, unleash your creativity with art projects, and immerse yourself in video games. Each week promises a new adventure to discover and delight in!
Join this class to use our workshop tools to disassemble computers, laptops, cell phones, and other electronic devices to discover the fascinating inner workings of technology! In this hands-on experience,...
Build, program, conquer! Our LEGO Robotics class inspires confidence and critical thinking with LEGO Spike. Participants collaborate to tackle robotic challenges, fostering teamwork and innovation. Join us for a hands-on journey into the world of engineering and problem-solving! All LEGOs and LEGO Spike components provided by Tynkertopia. Dates: September 12, 19, October 3 Time: 4 – 5...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
Join Ranger Nikki on a slow-paced, family-friendly stroll through the Pollinator Garden to watch the sunset as birds and insects enjoy the flowers. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an...
It's Bug Night at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! We're exploring the desert after dark, with a special focus on our smaller insect friends. Search for moths, scorpions, tarantulas, and other nighttime wildlife as we discover a whole new side to the desert. Jewel of the Creek Preserve is a 1-mile, moderate loop. Please wear...
Join Ranger Nikki on a slow-paced walk to search for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy to moderate walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for nocturnal critters such as scorpions, bats, owls, tarantulas, kangaroo rats, stink bugs...