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Reid Park Zoo: Little Critters Workshop – Animal Hospital

Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson

These interactive programs encourage families to learn about the animal world together. Each program features a different animal theme and includes animal ambassador encounters, movement-based activities, and a simple craft. The activities are based on Arizona’s Early Learning Standards to develop motor, social, and cognitive skills. Advance Registration Required. This Month’s Topic: Animal Hospital Calling all...

$20 – $28

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

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

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: It’s MAY-KER Month

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

It’s MAY-KER Month, and we’ve crafted an exciting line-up of interactive programs where young innovators can build, create, and explore all month long!

Free with Admission

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!

Free with Admission

Highlands Center for Natural History: Family Forest Play Spring Sessions

Highlands Center for Natural History 1375 S. Walker Rd., Prescott

Bring your littles to the Highlands Center for some family fun in the forest. We will meet in Forest Play on select Thursday mornings to read stories, play games, make crafts, go on hikes, and discover the wonders of nature. Stories and activities designed for ages 0-5 years old. Come dressed for the elements and...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert 101

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Join Ranger Olivia for a chance to learn the basics of the Sonoran Desert and answer any burning questions you might have.   This is a casual drop-in program, that will have a variety of things that can be found in the desert for you to examine and learn about such as snake skins, tarantulas, bugs,...

Free with Park Fee

Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library

Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman

This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.

Free

City of Sierra Vista: Make a Paper Airplane

Drop into the museum during any open hours and enjoy monthly themed activities! We’ll provide the supplies and simple instructions that prompt kids to explore a variety of subjects. Location: Henry F. Hauser Museum 2950 East Tacoma Street Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635

Free

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Playdough-tacular! with Edible Ed!

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

Sessions at 10:30 & 12:00 It’s May-ker Month at the Children’s Museum! Join us in making your very own play-dough! You and your child will measure, mix, stir, and knead the dough, and play-dough toys will be provided for play after your dough is complete. You’ll get to take home your own container of play-dough...

Free with Admission

Tempe Public Library: Budding Builders

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

Tackle a building challenge or unleash your creativity with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Join us the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month for a fun building adventure! Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to tackle a building challenge or explore their own creative designs with blocks, LEGO®, and more!

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Little Bytes

Phoenix Public Library - Mesquite Library 4525 E. Paradise Village Pkwy. N., Phoenix

Did you know that children can learn the foundations of coding before they can write and spell?. Learn basic problem-solving skills and new vocabulary for children as young as 4 to give them the building blocks to becoming an excellent coder. Join us for guided activities as we teach your child the basis of code...

Free

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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...

Free – $25

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: INCOMING!

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect asteroids. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome show followed by an OSIRIS-REx talk   Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...

Free – $14

Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library

Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman

This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...

Free – $14

City of Sierra Vista: LEGO Club

Sierra Vista Public Library 2600 E. Tacoma St., Sierra Vista

Join our monthly LEGO Club at the library where kids can build, create, and explore with LEGO bricks, figurines, and more. Each month features a new theme; whether you’re a seasoned builder or a first-timer, there’s something for all to enjoy! This program is recommended for youth ages 5-12.

Free

Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night

Science Vortex 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 thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202

Free