Join Ranger Shaun for a morning walk and talk! Come walk the Metate, Towhee, and Spur Cross loop with Ranger Shaun. This medium difficulty roughly 2- mile trail will give us a chance to walk through a couple different desert ecosystem and discuss their characteristics and inhabitants, perhaps even spotting a few. We’ll stop and...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about the fascinating plant and animal life in our Sonoran Desert. Join Ranger Nikki for a 4-mile hike along...
Join Ranger Kevin for an informative hike about the history and significance of this desert river. The Gila River has a storied past, a very tenuous present, and perhaps a hopeful future. We’ll discuss the importance of rivers like the Gila to the health and diversity of desert life as we explore the riparian habitat...
Moderate level hike. Revisit three hundred years of European-Native American contacts and conflicts, from Coronado to the Alamo (1540-1850). Join an expert Archaeologist and Historic Preservationist for about 3 hours covering 4 miles. Our hikes explore the more remote areas of the Preserve. The difficulty of the hikes varies. Please come prepared and choose hikes that...
Expand on your existing jewelry making skills and hone your technique in Advanced Jewelry Fabrication. Elevate your designs by pushing your skills to create more complicated pieces. Learn to alloy your own precious metal, work in gold, and precision solder. We will focus on traditional goldsmithing techniques including forging, stone setting, file carving, recycling/alloying your...
During October 2024, The Highlands Center and Prescott National Forest are partnering to offer a four-session miniseries focused on fire ecology and prescribed burns. Through this program, participants will be able to...
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
Students will learn the basics of cutting and polishing stones into cabochons for jewelry and other creative applications. Safe use of equipment and skill development will be emphasized. Students may work independently with instructor guidance. Ages 16+ No class 11/28/24 Oct. 24 - Dec. 12, 2024 Thursday 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
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...
October is when some of our spookiest desert critters get their turn in the spotlight! Join Ranger Kevin as we celebrate spooky season! Forget about animals with two legs or four; let’s meet some critters with six, eight, or more! Insects, spiders, and scorpions galore! You’ll have to come visit to see what’s in store!...
Stop by the Nature Center to learn about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. Gear up for Maricopa County Parks and Recreation’s annual 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge that starts on November 1. This drop-in learning session will share everything you need to...
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...
Students may work independently with or without the instructor's assistance as needed. Demonstrations and instruction on recycling/alloying metal, advanced texture and finishing technique, and stone setting will be provided. This is an intermediate/advanced level class. Students must have experience using a gas (acetylene) torch for jewelry soldering and have metal fabrication experience. This is an...
After school activities with a focus on technologies for teens only. We'll have robotics and 3D printers and vinyl-cutters available as well as smaller tech projects based on available supplies. Ages 13 to 18.
This class will help participants improve their reading, writing, math, and critical thinking skills, all of which are necessary to increase their chances of success on their GED exams. The class will be taught in English. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something to...
Join the Teen Takeover program at the library for a fun-filled adventure! This program is designed to give teens the opportunity to explore new technology, learn some new skills, and share ideas with their peers. Every week will be different, but will include elements such as coding, robotics, 3D printing, sewing, and retro games. Get...
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...
Visit the THINKspot this week during its open hours to create a bridge with materials provided (or ones you have created). The bridge that can carry the most weight will win a prize!
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...
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...
Join us in exploring the following topics as we engage in fun, educational activities together, including snacks and food demos: MyPlate Smart Drink Choices Smart Breakfasts Choices Smart Lunch Choices Smart Choices When Eating Fast Food Physical Activity We meet once a week for five weeks. Presented by The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.
Come over to the Woods library and play with robots, explore video and audio editing or check out some of our video and board games! Every 1st and 4th Thursday of the...
Basic Use & Safety Orientation for the Makerspace. Have you ever wondered how to use a 3D Printer, Cricut, or Poster Printer? Learn Basic Use and Safety (B.U.S.) of all the devices in our Makerspace and become certified to use all stations without supervision. For ages 13 & up. The B.U.S. pass will require you...
Curso de GED Prep en español -- Esta clase ayudará a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura, escritura, matemáticas y pensamiento crítico, todas ellas necesarias para incrementar sus posibilidades de éxito en sus examenes GED. La clase se impartirá completamente en español. La instrucción puede incluir tareas, conferencias tradicionales y práctica interactiva. Los...
Join us at South Mountain Community Library for a fun and educational program, "Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse," just in time for Halloween! Delve into the world of survival skills with a thrilling twist as we explore what it takes to outsmart zombies while having a blast. Led by a survival instructor and zombie enthusiast, this program blends practical...
We are calling all aspiring ghost hunters to create nifty gadgets, experiment with glowing in the dark ghost slime, ghost scavenger hunt and more...
Calling all ghouls & ghosties with costume conundrums! ✂️ Swing by the Cline Library MakerLab anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 on October 24th for a spook-tacular costume-making party! We'll have tons of fabric and sewing machines, with experts from Threaded Together available on-site to provide sewing consultations and support. Plus, 3D design & printing guidance from Experiential Learning...
calling all ghosts and goblins Enjoy a spook-tacular stroll around the Phoenix Zoo at night with games, activities and treat stations and much more!
Students will be introduced to the basic tools, techniques, safety, and skills used in the creation of jewelry and small sculptures. Introductory fabrication skills including sawing, soldering, forming, and basic stone setting will be explored. Students with previous jewelry making experience may expand on existing skills with assistance from the instructor. Ages 16+ No class...
Learn the basics of blacksmithing. Learn how to use blacksmithing tools to create artistic and functional projects. Lectures and demonstrations on blacksmithing traditions during class to support student projects. Advanced students will be self-directed with instructor guidance. All participants are required to bring their own leather gloves, safety glasses and must wear all-cotton clothing and...
Take a dive into the natural history and modern biology of an iconic species, Ursus americanus, the black bear. These bears are opportunistic feeders and have complex and interesting lives. Spend an evening learning about this incredible critter and enjoying the opportunity to see them live and in person. Instructed by wildlife biologists Jeff Meyers...
Join us in the east parking lot for an evening of stargazing. Learn about various planets, stars, and more! Telescopes will be available courtesy of the Friends of the Foothills Library and Volunteers.