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National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower, come let your curiosity blossom. This is an accessible program. All Ages

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk | Ranger Program

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration: 60...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Little Keepers Day Camp

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is...

$50

Navajo County Library District: Planetarium

Navajo County Library District - Snowflake - Taylor Public Library 418 S. 4th West, Snowflake

Hurry and sign up today for the planetarium! Call or come into the library to register for 30-minute sessions. Ages 5+

Free

National Park Service: Ranger Talk

Montezuma Castle National Monument Montezuma Castle Rd., Camp Verde

Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+

Free with Park Fee

Chandler Public Library: Unearth a Story – Phoenix Zoo

Chandler Public Library - Hamilton Campus 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler

In this special summer reading program, the Phoenix Zoo is coming to the Hamilton Library! Kids will see various animals up close in this interactive program. Zoo staff will also share fun and cool stories about each animal.   Ages 6 - 12

Free

Mohave County Library: Let’s Get Messy- Underground Explorers

Mohave County Library - Bullhead City Branch 1170 East Hancock Rd., Bullhead City

Kids, ages 2-7, join us for squishing, smearing, scooping and pouring as we dig underground. June 11th in the youth room 10:00 - 11:00am All library programs are free and...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Portable Planetarium

Pima County Public Library - Nanini Library 7300 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson

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. There will be four identical half hour shows at the following times: 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m....

Free

Phoenix Public Library: MACH2 – Dinosaur Shadow Box

Phoenix Public Library - Cholla Library 10050 Metro Parkway E., Phoenix

Join us at Cholla Library's MACH2 to create a dinosaur-themed shadow box! Families are invited to build a multi-layered, three‑dimensional dinosaur scene using pre-cut cardstock. This hands-on craft is perfect for dinosaur lovers and their grown‑ups who enjoy creating something special together. Recommended age: 7 years and up

Free

Maricopa County Library District: AZ Science Center – Insectarium!

MCLDAZ - Litchfield Park Library 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park

The Arizona Science Center will be bringing their "Science on Wheels" to Litchfield Park! Join us for a special learning experience, where kids will learn all about insects through hands-on...

Free

Chandler Public Library: Mining is Amazing with the Arizona Mining Association

Chandler Public Library - Sunset Campus 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler

Find out everything there is to know about the industry that shaped Arizona from the underground up! In this all-ages experience, the Arizona Mining Association presents a fun and engaging program about how mining works and where it happens, what kinds of equipment they use (big vehicles!), and read some stories.  This is a great opportunity for...

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: Unearth a Story – A 3D-Printed Miniature Painting Event

Yavapai County Free Library District - Wilhoit Public Library 9325 S. Donegal Dr. Suite B, Wilhoit

Miniature Painting Party & 3D Printing Demo.  Drop in, pick a miniature—dinosaurs, cute animals, or sci‑fi figures—and paint with all Wilhoit Public Library‑provided supplies. The staff will offer quick tips while the library’s 3D printer runs a live demo. Before you leave, request a custom miniature and we’ll print it during the week for pickup...

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: Dino Discovery Day!

Yavapai County Free Library District - Seligman Public Library 54170 N. Floyd St., Seligman

A New Dino adventure each week. It may be a story. We are doing explore with Eggs. We will have an excavation. We are going to paint a Dino. Come adopt a Dino friend for Summer. Ages 5 - 18

Free

National Park Service: Critter Chat | Ranger Talk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. The program is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by an adult.  The Critter Chat is subject to...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Public Library: Summer STEAM Time

Phoenix Public Library - Prickly Pear Library 3635 W. Baseline Rd., Laveen

Join us on Thursdays in June at the Library as we learn about the natural world through crafts and games. This program is suitable for ages 0-18.

Free

Glendale Public Library: Science Heroes Presents “Digging It”

Glendale Public Library - Velma Teague Library 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale

From Science Heroes: "Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive S.T.E.M. show for the whole family. With help from audience volunteers, we’ll conduct exciting experiments about the changing states of matter, pressure, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt! If you didn’t already love science, you’ll...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Cardboard Chompers

Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library ​1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix

Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and create your own dinosaur out of upcycled cardboard! Each moveable dino will have jaws that open and close, and after assembling it, you'll have a chance to decorate it with markers, googly eyes, and other craft supplies. This program is designed for children of all ages and their families. Space...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Portable Planetarium

Pima County Public Library - Sam Lena-South Tucson Library 1607 S. Sixth Ave., Tucson

Join guest presenter Lauren James to learn about the stars, hear constellation stories, and science facts! Space is limited—please call to reserve your spot. All Ages

Free

Pima County Public Library: Sonoran Desert Seasons Workshop

Pima County Public Library - Dewhirst-Catalina Library 15631 N. Oracle Rd. #199, Catalina

Read and draw about seasons in our unique desert. Eat a sweet model of sunshine. Whatever the season, explore what's growing at your library. This is a family oriented program for multiple generations. It will take place indoors.   Ages 6 - 18

Free

National Park Service: Geology Talk | Ranger Talk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up to 18 miles wide, 277 river...

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Public Library: Zoo to You – Adaptations

Pima County Public Library - Flowing Wells Library 1730 W. Wetmore Rd., Tucson

Ideal for all ages! Learn about adaptations that help wild animals survive and how people can be inspired by nature’s survival tips. Presented by Reid Park Zoo Ages 3 - 18

Free

Surprise Public Library: Maker Fun

Surprise Public Library - Asante Library 16755 W. Vereda Solana Dr., Surprise

Do you like science? Are you creative and like making things? Then our Maker Fun program is for you! Join us for hands on S.T.E.A.M. activities and projects. All ages

Free

Avondale Public Library: Nature Nerds

Avondale Public Library - Civic Center Library 11350 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale

Explore nature and STEAM through hands-on adventures filled with fun experiments and creative projects. First come, first served. Supplies limited to 24 participants. Ages 6 - 12

Free

Buckeye Public Library System: STEAM

Buckeye Public Library System- Downtown Branch 310 N. 6th St., Buckeye

This program combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills with engaging hands-on activities. Each session offers interactive challenges to encourage creative thinking. Ages 8-12

Free

Surprise Public Library: LEGO Club!

Surprise Public Library - Surprise Regional Library 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise

Come hang out with us at Lego Club! We'll have lots of fun things to build with such as Legos, K'Nex and Keva Blocks, along with some other Lego themed activities. No need to bring anything, only your imagination! Ages 5 - 13

Free

Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night

Science Vortex of Verde Valley 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood

Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00  

Free

City of Chandler: Explosive Volcanoes

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

Go with the flow and travel into one of nature’s most epic displays of power – a volcano. Mini geologists will erupt with excitement as they build their own blast-worthy...

$7 – $10