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,...
$3 Ticket Tuesdays are back! Throughout June and July, every Tuesday the Zoo is offering $3 admission for all guests as a way of thanking our community for 60 wild years. Everyone — adults, seniors, and children (ages 2-14) get into the Zoo for $3 per person. Children under age 2 always get in for free....
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior...
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...
The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in...
Grow and Create at the Library! We plan on having lots of hands on activities to share this growing season.
Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more!
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 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.
The annual model railroad exhibit, presented by the Sedona Railroaders, will be on display in the community room from July 21st through July 26th. Popular with railroading enthusiasts of all ages,...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration:...
Let’s go shopping—preschool style! As part of School House Prep Month, head into our Market Exhibit for a playful number scavenger hunt designed just for little learners. Kids will search for...
Join us as we explore math and science concepts in an interactive, playful way! Based on the Arizona Early Learning Standards for Math and Science, this six-week course explores concepts...
Sing, move, and groove with a Tucson favorite! On Tuesday, July 22nd from 11 AM to 12 PM, Bookmans Speedway welcomes Mr. Nature for a joyful hour of music, movement, and...
Discover the secrets of our Sun—our closest star and the engine of life on Earth. With stunning fulldome visuals and powerful storytelling, this immersive show reveals the Sun’s turbulent surface...
Stop by the nature center and learn about the many cacti species found in the Sonoran Desert. Ranger Derik will have a table set up in the nature center featuring...
Creepy, Crawly, Wild, and Woolly is about four animals on the threatened or endangered species list in Arizona. This entertaining performance will introduce kids and families to these animals and the challenges they face! The storied Great Arizona Puppet Theatre has partnered with the Glendale Water Services Department and the Library to bring this performance to...
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to...
Come find out the many ways that science is around us, with hands-on experiments, demos and fun bilingual activities each week! Ven y averigua las muchas maneras en la ciencia...
July 22– Thinking Money for Kids : Play games & learn about money! Ages 5 -17
Step into a realm of wonder as Butterfly Wonderland’s Education Specialists release exquisite tropical butterflies into the Conservatory. Capture the enchanting moment with on camera as these graceful insects take...
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.
Bring your creativity and join us for building fun with hundreds and hundreds of blocks. Ages 5-11.
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public. Ages 5 - 11