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...
A day of science exploration! Students rotate through immersive hands-on labs, engaging science presentations, and a fascinating tour of the USGS Astrogeology Science Center. It's a hands-on dive into the wonders of physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and space science--where imagination meets investigation. Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day...
Featuring five local authors and their books to engage children. This filmed series can be enjoyed at home with your child before bed or at anytime. We are proud to present: Julie Blake Gidley, Monica Brown, Erica P. Mason, Diana Reich, and Susan Lamb. This collection of children's stories introduces young readers to themes of...
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....
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!
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...
Let your creativity soar, brick by brick! Join us every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month from 10am to noon for a fun, hands-on LEGO experience where imagination, engineering, and teamwork come together. Whether you're a master builder or just getting started, there's something for everyone in Little Architects! Most sessions will focus on...
The STEMusic Concert is a high energy concert full of songs and lessons all about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Children will have a change to watch live experiments, practice solving math problems and learn STEM vocabulary all while being entertained with incredible music. Roy Moye III, also known as “The Singing Engineer”, puts on...
If you're curious about 3D printing, now's the time to ask! Find out about the process, cost, and how you can use the Library's 3D printer. Watch a live demo too! Join us for this come-and-go Q&A with helpful library staff.
The desert seems full of scary, venomous creatures, especially this time of year! Ranger Jacque’s here to talk about the real lives of rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, and other desert dwellers you may encounter. It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Jacque will give you...
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
Join Ranger Nikki to discover some of the recreation opportunities found within Maricopa County Parks and get ready to celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 27! National Public...
Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time! Join us for an up- close look at some of the desert’s most fascinating creatures! Watch as our animal ambassadors, namely snakes!- devour their juicy meals. This experience will give visitors the chance to meet our reptiles, learn about the unique characteristics of venomous critters,...
Free hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math fun! STEAM projects for kids in grades 1-8 Takes place every Friday in the STEAM trailer when weather permits, otherwise inside the library.
Choose Health is a fun and interactive nutrition class series designed for youth ages 8 and up! Younger siblings are welcome to join too. Join us for a weekly program brought to you by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program. Below are the lesson titles: Power...
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to mysterious cosmic rays—with stunning visuals and stories. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Free coloring sheets, puzzle sheets LEGOs Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social...
Drop in and build your imagination brick by brick! Explore creative designs and challenges in our cozy LEGO Lounge. For ages 8–12.
Join Flagstaff Open Space for a guided walk through Picture Canyon to explore the traditional uses of native plant species. Throughout the walk, we will stop at key locations to observe various plants and provide instruction on how to create accurate and informative field sketches. Coloring pages will be provided for children. Please bring a...
Tour the Flagstaff Family Food Center's vibrant community garden and renovated kitchen! Meet partners like Coconino Master Gardeners and FALA students, explore a veggie-themed mural, and see how garden harvests support local meals. Discover how your own garden can help fight hunger. No materials needed--just curiosity! Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science,...
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!
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way...
Kids will build towers, create animals, and tackle exciting challenges! 9/26 Lego Superheroes!
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...
Learn about and watch migratory vultures and bats during this fun wildlife viewing spectacle! Did you know that Wickenburg gets one of the highest concentrations of migrating turkey vultures in Arizona? Or that the highway bridge in town has a colony of thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats roosting beneath it? This free, family-friendly, wildlife viewing...
Earn a Jr. Science Badge and prize by completing hands-on activities in open labs! Do chemistry experiments, launch water rockets, play STEM games, examine rocks and fossils, and use microscopes to observe insects and find microscopic organisms! Fun for the whole family AND free parking. Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a...
"Down At The Farm", is a part of a City of Scottsdale program at the Vista del Camino Community Center that offers dynamic recreational opportunities for families to engage in safe, enriching, fun and educational activities to include arts, crafts, games, and food. The program is free to the community. Come join us on Friday,...
A star party is a magical evening of celestial exploration, perfect for curious minds of all ages! Enjoy twilight talks--short, engaging presentations by astronomers who share fascinating facts about the night sky, constellations, planets, and cosmic phenomena. Participants can take turns looking through powerful telescopes to get up-close views of planets, star clusters, and distant...