Stop by all month long at the Downtown Branch and test your detective skills with our scavenger hunt for a chance to earn a prize! This month's Earth Day theme runs through April 30th. Explore every nook of your library to complete the hunt, and along the way, discover something new your library has to offer! The hidden...
A solar eclipse will be 71% visible on April 8. Get ready with hands-on activities, for all ages, that explore our solar system and the dynamics of eclipse shadows. Activities will be set up in the library for you to explore on a drop-in basis, all day, April 1-8. No registration required. Eclipse sunglasses will...
Trailside Naturalist – Big Cats in the Preserve at Gateway Trailhead Location: Gateway Trailhead Time: ~2.5 hours Stop by anytime between 8:30 and 11:00 A.M. to learn about mountain lions that live in the Preserve. Mountain Lions, also known in North America as the puma, cougar, catamount or panther live in the Preserve. They are...
Join in a celebration for the love of elephants and in honor of Penzi the elephant’s fourth birthday. Watch Penzi and the herd receive some special enrichment treats and learn what it takes to care for these gentle giants during zookeeper presentations. You may catch a glimpse of Penzi’s new baby sister, too! Enjoy free...
Avondale’s Neighborhood & Family Services Department will host the annual Health and Resource Fair at the AZ Complete Health Avondale Resource Center. This free event is open to the public to showcase the human and housing services offered at the AZ Complete Health Avondale Resource Center 995 E. Riley Drive, Avondale. You'll find everything from...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Created for children ages 3 to 6, these activity-based, hands-on camps explore science and include STEAM elements. Activities include science investigations, games, storytime, music, engineering, art, and more! Maximum 12 children per camp. Parent attendance is MANDATORY. Scholarships are available for those who demonstrate financial need. Apply here. April topic: Planets: Terrestrial Children will learn...
One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about solar system exploration Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2...
Learn about growing your own herbs at the library! Space is limited. ¡Aprende a cultivar tus propias hierbas! Capacidad limitada.
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! This show is a journey through the fascinating planets of our...
Back by popular demand: Take an exciting journey through our solar system! The Earth and Space Expedition Center’s portable planetarium allows viewers to experience the planets, moons, dwarf planets or constellations from a wide variety of cultures. We will also discuss the upcoming solar eclipse! All ages. Registration is required. Please note: The portable planetarium may cause discomfort for those...
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and...
Back by popular demand: Take an exciting journey through our solar system! The Earth and Space Expedition Center’s portable planetarium allows viewers to experience the planets, moons, dwarf planets or constellations from a wide variety of cultures. We will also discuss the upcoming solar eclipse! All ages. Registration is required. Please note: The portable planetarium may cause discomfort for those...
Prepare for the 2024 North American solar eclipse. We will be making shoebox viewers, tracing shadows, and more. For all ages. First come first serve, while supplies last.
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...