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Pima County Parks and Recreation: Birding

Agua Caliente Regional Park 12325 E. Roger Rd., Tucson

Visit Agua Caliente Park, a birding hotspot in Pima County. Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life.

$5

Tucson Audubon Society: Christopher Columbus Park Field Trip

rip difficulty: Easy. Walking Distance: 1.5 miles loop. Trip Duration: 2.5 hours. Ground Condition: Paved and dirt pathway with some areas of uneven footing and loose gravel. Ample parking, restroom facilities and benches available at periodic intervals throughout the park. When you combine two lakes, native flora, and large trees you are in for a...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk

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

Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for a...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

Join Ranger Derik on a morning hike through the park and learn about the plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home.  The hike will cover sections of the Slate, Quartz, and Go John trails for a total of 3.5 miles. The hike is rated as moderate and will consist of rocky sandy and...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge

Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Lab

Petrified Forest National Park 1 Park Rd, Petrified Forest National Park

Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: The GIANT Cactus (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Saguaro National Park is famous for its gigantic saguaros. Still, you have to know where to look to find a real giant among giants.  Join a ranger for a walk along a tree-lined desert wash, and view an awesome example of the Giant Cactus. Hike will be 3/4 mile round trip walk along a flat, sandy...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...

Free with Park Fee

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! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until...

Free – $10

Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/education/private-tour/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15

Phoenix Public Library: Phoenix Public Library:

Phoenix Public Library - Cholla Library 10050 Metro Parkway E., Phoenix

Are you curious about 3D printing but don't know where to start? Join us at MACH2 for our introductory class on the fundamentals of 3D printing technology. Learn the basics of what 3D printing is, how to prepare a 3D file for print, and gain hands-on experience operating and maintaining an actual 3D printer.

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

Yuma County Library District: Fingerprinting 101

Yuma County Library District - Somerton Library 240 Canal St., Somerton

Teens ages 13-17, run your own fingerprints like a forensics expert! First come first serve, as seating is limited.

Free

The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour

The University of Arizona Steward Observatory 933 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson

This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft)  telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...

$20 – $25

Cave Creek Museum: Opening Day!

Cave Creek Museum 6140 E . Skyline Dr., Cave Creek

Join Cave Creek Museum for our first day of the 2024-2025 Season! Enjoy new and refreshed exhibits—we’ve been working hard all summer to bring to our community and visitors displays that will continue to share the history of Cave Creek, Carefree and the Desert Foothills area.

Yavapai County Free Library District: Wonder Wednesday

Yavapai County Free Library District - Dewey - Humboldt Town Library 2735 S. Corral St., Humboldt

Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!

Free

National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert . From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.   Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Public Library: Budget Bites – Nutritious Cooking for Young Adults

Phoenix Public Library - Ocotillo Library 102 W. Southern Ave., Phoenix

Calling all teens, college kids, and young adults! Join us for a live food demo and discussion on how to make nutritious food on a budget and/or with limited kitchen access. What food can you maximize for nutritious eating in a dorm? How do you make canned food into delicious and nutritious budget meals? Get...

Free

Buckeye Public Library: First Flight

Buckeye Public Library System - Coyote Branch 21699 W. Yuma Rd. Suite 116, Buckeye

Students participating in the Buckeye Library STEM Program "First Flight" will work with the crew of the Corps of Discovery spacecraft ASL-3305 Voyager.   Their job will be to evaluate the operation of the ship including its ability to fly to the planets of our Solar System.

Free

Pima County Public Library: Nutrition Class

Pima County Public Library - Santa Rosa Library 1075 S. 10th Ave., Tucson

Children will learn about the importance of food choices and how they can affect their physical and mental health. This class will help them choose healthier snack options that nourish their bodies and promote well-being. Presented by AZ Health Zone.

Free

Pima County Public Library: GED One-on-One Help | Ayuda personalizada de GED

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

When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...

Free

Pinal County Library District: S.T.E.A.M Squad

Pinal County Library District: San Tan Valley Library 31505 N. Schnepf Rd., San Tan Valley

Explore, discover and get your brain going with fun STE(A)M activities. New Program Alert: Combining LEGO Explorers and Tinker Time. Both activities will now become a single weekly STE(A)M program! Explore, design, build, and discover with rotating STEM resources such as Snap Circuits, Sphero little Bits and various hands on activities. This will be a two...

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. LEGO Club helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Club Lego ¡Los LEGOs son divertidos para toda la familia!...

Free

Pima County Public Library: GED One-on-One Help

Pima County Public Library - Southwest Library 6855 S. Mark Rd., Tucson

When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef

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

​​The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea.” Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs   Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...

Free – $14

Pima County Public Library: Robots!

Pima County Public Library - Himmel Park Library 1035 N. Treat Ave., Tucson

Program and experiment with 3 different kinds of robots!

Free

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter 9800 Ski Run Rd. Mt., Lemmon

Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes!  Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena.  This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...

$62.50 – $88.50

Tempe Public Library: Maker Lab

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

Interested in 3D printers? Want to try a drum set or the keyboard? Come hang out in the teen center to get creative, hang out, and have fun! Ages 12...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: New Moon Hike

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

Ranger Jacque leads the way on this night hike, sure to please the senses as you take in the shadowy cover of darkness, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night.  Discover the mystery and intrigue of the desert as darkness envelops us on this new moon hike, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the...

Free with Park Fee

Apache Junction Parks and Recreation: Stargazing with the Pros

Apache Junction Multi-Generational Center 1035 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction

We are excited to offer you a magical night of star gazing and learning about the sky. Come and enjoy Gazing at the stars with our Pros. Learn a little about what you are looking after taking a walk outside and gazing at the stars through a telescope. This is a free event and open...

Free

Mesa Public Library: Bicycle Maintenance

Mesa Public Library - Main Branch 64 E. First St., Mesa

An intro to bicycle mechanics that is designed to help get your bicycle ready to ride. We will focus on maintenance that can easily be done at home to keep your bike happy.  Topics covered will include basic bicycle anatomy, how to fix a flat tire, break and shifter adjustment, and chain lubrication.  All participants...

Free

Pinal County Library District: Sewing Wednesdays

Pinal County Library District - Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction

njoy an evening of sewing fun, no matter your experience level.  Sewing machines and materials provided. Great for beginner or parents and children to do together. Ages 10+

Free

City of Peoria: PET CPR, AED and First Aid [#96101]

Rio Vista Recreation Center 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd., Peoria

Learn how to save your furry friend's life with our PET CPR, AED and First Aid training program! Endorsed by the ASPCA, you'll gain valuable skills and certification. Plus, take home materials included! Don't wait until it's too late – sign up now and be prepared for any emergency. 🐾🚑 Ages 14+

$40 – $49

National Park Service: Explore the Night (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight and a light jacket.  1mi-1.5mi, 2 hour hike.   Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

HeatSync Labs: Arduino Night

HeatSync Labs 108 W. Main St., Mesa

Let's talk Arduino! Or microcontroller in general. Bring your project, ideas, or questions.     HeatSync Labs is a makerspace with tools and equipment which create a community of collaboration and learning-by-doing. Arizona's first Maker Space! Hacking Arizona Since 2009