Do you have a child that loves gardening? This class is for kids in grades K - 2. It's fun, interactive, and educational! This hands-on Worm Passport learning tour lets your students travel through the worm farm while introducing them to worm anatomy, behavior, and their vital role in soil health. Price: $25 (covers up...
Make a 3-dimensional spooky tree to celebrate this fall season. Ages 5 - 12
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
The park’s garden was designed to serve as an oasis in the desert, with plants that serve as gracious hosts providing food and shelter for a variety of pollinator species. Walk with Ranger Nikki to see and learn about ocotillo, globemallow, desert willow, penstemon and more. Of special interest are several types of native milkweed,...
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...
Each spider web is unique and beautiful! Join us as we create webbed plates and make our own one-of-a-kind designs. If you were a spider, what would you catch in your web? Ages 5 - 12
One small step was just the beginning. Now, we take one step beyond, driven by curiosity, bound for Mars, and ready to write the boldest chapter in human exploration. Experience the thrill of launch, the challenges of life in space, the cutting-edge technology of NASA’s Artemis program, and the search for life that could transform how...
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...
Prepare to be shocked, bamboozled, and bewildered as you compete to build the spookiest LEGO creations in Arizona! Unleash your imagination and create something delightfully creepy -- or hilariously spooky! Compete to win prizes and score sweet bags of candy loot! Costumes are also encouraged! All LEGOS will be provided by the library and prizes...
Join us on a journey through the solar system as we visit each of the planets! Travel from scorching-hot Mercury to icy Neptune and Pluto during this live presentation. Along the way, you’ll learn cool facts, see stunning visuals, and discover what makes each planet unique. This live presentation is a great way to spark curiosity and...
Looking for advanced academic support in math or English? The K–12 Afterschool Tutoring Program is held every Friday after school to help students build confidence and improve their skills. Whether it's homework help or test prep, we’re here to support your child’s growth! Led by experienced high school mentors, Olivia and Jaden, this program is...
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 on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all 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! Ages 6 - 18
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 Pinal County 4-H at the Main Library once a month on Fridays for an after-school LEGO Club! Ages 6 - 12
Join us for a special program where LEGO elements will be used to solve problems through storytelling. The program utilizes LEGO bricks, hardware, and the LEGO Spike app. Supplies limited. LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential, part of the LEGO® Learning System, is the cross-curricular STEAM solution for elementary education. SPIKE Essential engages students in hands-on investigation...
Join 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! Ages 6 - 18
What does Route 66 have to do with astronomy? Find out in this talk. Celebrate 100 years of Route 66! Begin with an exclusive talk exploring how the Mother Road paved a path of astronomical discovery, then step inside a rarely seen private collections exhibit. See our restored 1911 Stevens-Duryea “Big Red” and discover how...
Enjoy A Bewitching Evening! Dig up your zombies and grab your ghouls! Show off your boo-tiful costumes at Reid Park Zoo for a delightful, not too frightful, family friendly evening at Boo at the Zoo, presented by One AZ Credit Union. You’ll have an enchanting time with the whole family at this Tucson Halloween tradition. Proceeds...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...