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Scottsdale Public Library: Littlest Scientists

Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale

Think like a scientist while engaging in playful exploration. Each week of the program brings new challenges. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration. **Program will be held at the Scottsdale Family Resource Center/Paiute Neighborhood Center, 6535...

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

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Zoo to You – Adaptations

Pima County Public Library - Nanini Library 7300 N. Shannon 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

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell

Animals can be dangerous, no doubt. But does the rattlesnake have a bad attitude or just a bad agent? Are Gila monsters really scary, and if they are what does that actually mean? Ranger Shaun's here to talk about it!   Rattlesnakes. Gila Monsters. Scorpions. Our desert is full of iconic critters with bad reputations all...

Free with Park Fee

Scottsdale Public Library: Littlest Scientists

Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale

Think like a scientist while engaging in playful exploration. Each week of the program brings new challenges. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration. **Program will be held at the Scottsdale Family Resource Center/Paiute Neighborhood Center, 6535...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Zoo to You – Adaptations

Pima County Public Library - Nanini Library 7300 N. Shannon 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

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: One Sky

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

This film represents the perspective of six different cultures or Indigenous societies from around the globe. Each short story is combined into a longer narrative organized around themes of "Finding...

Free – $14

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Cactus Corner

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Curious about cacti? Come to Ranger Jacque's table with your questions; find answers, displays, and visual identification tips.    Cactus are curious plants, known for their dangerous defenses and iconic stature...

Free with Park Fee

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange: Summer Kids’ Event – Around the World

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange Mesa 1056 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa

Join Bookmans this summer for our FREE Summer Kids Events hosted by your favorite community partners and friends! Every Wednesday starting at 1pm and lasting about an hour, these events are sure to be engaging, educational and of course FUN! June 25: Around the World with Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Aquatic Life of Hassayampa River Preserve

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg

Join Ranger Kevin for a close-up look at some very small aquatic critters.   Did you know that very small - often microscopic - aquatic animals can tell us a whole lot about the quality of the water in places like rivers, streams, lakes and ponds? Drop in on this Discovery Station to find out more,...

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Public Library: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum – Meet the Neighbors

Pima County Public Library - Valencia Library 202 W. Valencia Rd., Tucson

Learn why our desert is so diverse and why diversity is good for us, then meet a few of the animals that live in our biodiverse region! Experts from the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum will speak about the unique desert that surrounds us, accompanied by some animal friends. Ask most people to describe a “desert” and you’ll...

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System

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

Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration   Planetarium Tickets...

Free – $14

Phoenix Public Library: STEAM Activity!

Phoenix Public Library - Saguaro Library 2808 N. 46th St., Phoenix

Come join us at Saguaro library for an engaging STEAM activity! STEAM activites will include hands on fun exploring Science, Engineering, Technology, Art & Math. Ages 3-12. Tickets are available 15 minutes...

Free

Pima County Public Library: LEGOs @ Nanini

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

Folks of all ages are invited to dig through huge piles of our LEGOs and build whatever their imagination desires. We also have DUPLO blocks for the littlest builders! No registration is required. Snacks will be provided, while supplies last.

Free

Pima County Public Library: LEGO Club

Pima County Public Library - Oro Valley Library 1305 W. Naranja Dr., Oro Valley

Come and join us for a wonderful hour of relaxing free build. Let your imaginations soar! LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes....

Free

Maricopa County Library District: Experiment Time!

MCLDAZ - Perry Library 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert

Let's learn more about the world and the way it works! Science can come in many shapes and sizes. Stop by to see how science appears in our world! Suitable...

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Black Holes

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

Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about black holes and astrophysics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children...

Free – $14

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center: Downtown Flagstaff Geology Rocks Tour

Discover Downtown Geology with Willow Bend! Join Willow Bend for a guided Downtown Geology Tour—a 45-minute to 1-hour walking exploration inspired by local Flagstaff author Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmarks book. This exclusive experience offers a fresh perspective on downtown Flagstaff, blending natural history, architecture, and local heritage. Learn about the ancient stones used to build...

$15 – $20