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Pima County Parks and Recreation: Mindful Morning Nature Walk

Pima County Public Library - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson

Spending time in nature can have healing and restorative power, relaxing both the mind and body. Slowing down to consciously engage our senses while out walking not only calms and...

Free

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Birding Agua Caliente Park

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

Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. We expect to see woodpeckers, flycatchers, warblers, vireos, and more.

$5

Tucson Audubon Society: Sweetwater Wetlands Field Trip

Sweetwater Wetlands 2511 W. Sweetwater Dr., Tucson

Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...

Free

Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing...

Free with Admission

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...

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 Jacque for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 4.8 miles roundtrip on easy to moderate grade,...

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 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,...

Free – $25

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 /...

$20 – $25

Yavapai County Free Library District: Full STEAM Ahead!

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 STEAM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Kids Nutrition Days

Phoenix Public Library - Harmon Library 1325 S. 5th Ave., Phoenix

Join us for an early release day after school program made just for school aged kids. Learn the importance of nutrition as we help you prepare a healthy snack. We will...

Free

Mesa Public Library: Hand-Made Pet Toys – Tweens and Teens

Mesa Public Library - Red Mountain Branch 635 N. Power Rd., Mesa

Craft unique toys from everyday items found around the house, turning simple materials into festive toys for your furry friends. Ages 10-16.

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...

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

Pima County Public Library: Teen Mental Health Talk

Pima County Public Library - Flowing Wells Library 1730 W. Wetmore Rd., Tucson

Hey Teens!  Are you feeling like life is a bit much right now? Are you working through some tough issues or feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Feeling pretty good about things but...

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Extreme Weather

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

Weather has always been one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet, but now it’s intensifying in varied and complex ways. Extreme Weather takes us to the...

Free – $14

Phoenix Public Library: Brick Builders

Phoenix Public Library - Desert Sage Library 7602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix

Bring your imagination and join us for an afternoon of brick building.  You can follow our themes and challenges or make your own.  Creative thinking, teamwork, eye-hand coordination, and problem-solving are...

Free

Tempe Public Library: Maker Lab

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

Discover new skills and tech in our Teen Maker Lab. Discover new skills and tech each week, you can dive into exciting projects like 3D printing, vinyl cutting, coding, and...

Free

Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition,  ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle,...

$25 – $35

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

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling...

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...