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Stop by an information table where Ranger Kevin will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community. Ranger Kevin...
Free with Park Fee
35 events found.
Preschoolers (3 – 5 years)
Events
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Join us as we read Plant the Tiny Seed by Christie Matheson and make a fun craft after! Materials provided. Registration required.
Free
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5 events,
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Join Ranger Olivia to see and learn about the different types of native plants that are in not just our parks, but in Arizona. April is Native Plant Month, and we are always ready to give our amazing native plants a little love. Come along and find out what makes our cactus, tree and shrub...
Free with Park Fee
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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8 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead's history. Come and see the Bean Cutler 1933 Sorter and Bean Cutler Polisher added in 1946. Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Resuming April 8,...
Free with Park Fee
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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10 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join Ranger Olivia to see and learn about the different types of native plants that are in not just our parks, but in Arizona. April is Native Plant Month, and we are always ready to give our amazing native plants a little love. Come along and find out what makes our cactus, tree and shrub species...
Free with Park Fee
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7 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert’s scaled and slithery residents at Reptile Ramble! In partnership with the Tucson Herpetological Society, this hands-on experience invites you to get up close with snakes, lizards, tortoises, and turtles while learning how these remarkable creatures survive and thrive in our desert home.
Free with Admission
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Learn about the life cycle of butterflies as you create a munching, crunching caterpillar. Observe real life caterpillars transform into butterflies in the Art Studio!
Free with Admission
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11 events,
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Join us on the first Saturday of the month for unstructured outdoor play! Kids can explore the Zoo’s “enchanted forest”, and caregivers can learn how to take nature play home. Nature play is child-directed play in nature and with nature. Nature play can happen in the smallest natural and wild areas, all ages of children can participate, it can...
Free with Admission
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Step into the serene and captivating world of bonsai at the 54th Annual Art of Bonsai Exhibit with the Tucson Bonsai Society, set against the lush backdrop of Tohono Chul. Whether you’re a longtime bonsai enthusiast or simply curious, this exhibit is the perfect way to learn, connect, and be inspired. What You’ll Experience: – An...
Free with Admission
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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5 events,
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Step into the serene and captivating world of bonsai at the 54th Annual Art of Bonsai Exhibit with the Tucson Bonsai Society, set against the lush backdrop of Tohono Chul. Whether you’re a longtime bonsai enthusiast or simply curious, this exhibit is the perfect way to learn, connect, and be inspired. What You’ll Experience: – An...
Free with Admission
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
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Learn about the life cycle of butterflies as you create a munching, crunching caterpillar. Observe real life caterpillars transform into butterflies in the Art Studio!
Free with Admission
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3 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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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
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Bring your creativity and join us for building fun with hundreds and hundreds of blocks! Ages 5-12.
Free
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10 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Create an origami flower card for that special person in your life!
Free with Admission
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6 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
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7 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
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Looking for scientific adventures? Homeschool Days offer hands-on exploration while enhancing early-education curriculum through STEM programming led by Nature Center staff. Lessons are designed to encourage curiosity and spark a lifelong love of science. Days also provide students and their families the opportunity to share ideas and expand on their network of like-minded learners. ...
$6 – $9
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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8 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
Free
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6 events,
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WMG’s Living Lab and Learning Center is our premier demonstration site for various water harvesting strategies and sustainable living practices for arid landscape living. We meet almost 100% of our water needs with rainwater, greywater, and stormwater and grow a lush array of native Sonoran Desert plants. This landscape provides habitat for many animal species,...
Free – $20
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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4 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Reid Park Zoo is home to two southern white rhinos, Fireball and Yebonga. This experience will allow you to enter a special encounter space not accessible on a normal Zoo visit, and learn about the rhinos’ unique personalities and how we take extra care of each of their needs. Age: All participants must be 5...
$30 – $35
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2 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
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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
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6 events,
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Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join our Weekly STEAM exploration program to explore STEAM concepts within our Monthly theme. This week, we will explore scales and balancing. Try filling baskets with different materials and explore how to make different materials balance out
Free with Admission
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3 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
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Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Free
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5 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to...
Free with Admission
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Ever think to make art out of the bolts and washers and nuts you have in your home? Now you can! Join us as we use simple hardware to create trees and other designs. What will you try and make?
Free with Admission
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5 events,
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Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert’s scaled and slithery residents at Reptile Ramble! In partnership with the Tucson Herpetological Society, this hands-on experience invites you to get up close with snakes, lizards, tortoises, and turtles while learning how these remarkable creatures survive and thrive in our desert home.
Free with Admission
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
Free
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6 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Venture behind-the-scenes to meet one of the giant anteaters at Reid Park Zoo. Learn about their amazing adaptations, how we care for these unique animals at the Zoo, and how the Zoo supports conservation efforts in Brazil to protect this iconic species. Note: For animal safety, all participants must wear N-95 or KN-95 masks for...
$30 – $35
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Free Admission Day and Activities for All! Celebrate International Museum Day with us May 16. Enjoy hands-on activities for all ages from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Explore creativity, history, and culture through interactive experiences across the galleries. Kids and families can make their own dinosaur armor, build a clay road, design a popsicle stick bridge, and...
Free
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4 events,
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Join us at the Zoo for an exciting day of water-themed fun! Take your Little Critter on an Educator-led walk through the Zoo to observe some of our water-loving animals. In the classroom, we’ll learn about the importance of water by participating in hands-on activities and close encounters with animal ambassadors. Age: Designed for children...
$20 – $28
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Enjoy free planetarium programs, science exhibits, and optics activities for families, teachers, and science enthusiasts of all ages! FREE EVENT! No Registration Required! Join us Sunday, May 17 at the Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium for free planetarium programs for all ages! First come, first seated! Optics and photonics are the science and engineering of light...
Free
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1 event,
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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
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6 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Students become hands-on builders as they learn how to use kid-safe tools to shape and connect materials. They’ll explore how structures are made and test their creations for strength, balance, and creativity. Grades K - 2
$25
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Join our Weekly STEAM exploration program to explore STEAM concepts within our Monthly theme. This week we will try to find out what is ‘inside’ all of these technological devices! What really is inside a computer? A Toaster? A phone? Tinker around and see what you find!
Free with Admission
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3 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
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Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Free
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4 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Free with Admission
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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
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6 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
Free
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Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Free with Admission
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6 events,
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Join library staff as we celebrate Flagstaff's Big Read by exploring a local corridor at the base of Mt. Elden where wildlife and humans often meet. All ages welcome, come ready to hike while learning new things about local flora and fauna! Pick up a free copy of FUZZ prior to the hike! Bring water and wear...
Free
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join the Coconino County Master Gardeners for their annual Plant Sale and Garden Festival at Colton Garden on the grounds of the Museum of Northern Arizona. There will be plants, starts, used tools, and food trucks, as well as gardening advice and fun activities. Free admission and parking.
Free
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3 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
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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
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5 events,
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The best way to learn about the animals is from the animals themselves! Each day includes activities that are STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) oriented, but these academic components are hidden within animal interactions, activities, games, and helping care for the animals. Your child's safety is of the utmost importance to us, which...
$350
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Free with Admission
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7 events,
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Get ready for an action-packed camp experience! Our camp offers a thrilling mix of arts and crafts, sports and physical activities, experiments, cooking projects, and traditional group games. It's the perfect place for kids to unleash their creativity, develop new skills, and make lasting memories with new friends in a fun and dynamic environment. ...
$152 – $206
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Participate in our exhilarating and captivating Chandler Nature Center Camp. Kids will explore the natural world through arts and crafts, hikes when weather permits, physical activities, experiments, cooking projects, and traditional group games. They will also immerse themselves in educational activities tailored to each week's nature theme for an enriching experience! Ages 5 - 12...
$152 – $206
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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4 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
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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
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5 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to...
Free with Admission
-
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
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5 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
Free
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Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Each session features sensory-rich, age-appropriate activities that introduce basic STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) concepts through play and exploration. Supplies are limited.
Free
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3 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
-
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
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3 events,
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Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
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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
-
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
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