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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Estrella – Seed Pellet Workshop

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

Participants will learn to make seed pellets by mixing native seed, clay, soil/compost, and water. You will also learn how to process the native seed and prepare for the pellet creations. The initiative to make seed pellets is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. To learn more about the Parks Desert Defender Program, visit https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/. Please...

Free with Park Fee
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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 illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling...

Free with Admission
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Tucson Audubon Society: Oracle State Park Field Trip

Oracle State Park 3820 E. Wildlife Dr., Oracle

Registration for this trip is free.  Bird beautiful Oracle State Park, situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and Canyon Towhee. Walk 1-2 miles on fairly level terrain and meet at the Kannally Ranch House/Visitor Ctr. at end...

Free with Park Fee

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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Nature Walk

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

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate walk to explore riparian and desert trails at the preserve.   Learn about the plants and animals of the preserve’s riparian and desert...

Free with Park Fee

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Pinal County Library District: Red Cross Blood Drive

Pinal County Library District - Coolidge Public Library 160 W. Central Ave., Coolidge

Ages 16 (with permission) - Adults. Giving blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a difference in the lives of others. The Red Cross will be at the library collecting blood donations on December 13. These donations are extremely critical during this trying season. Just one pint can save up to...

Free

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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plants Hike

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

Walk the roughly 3-mile round trip Slate Trail and have a chat about some of the plants that grow along the way. We’ll discuss cacti for sure including the towering...

Free with Park Fee

Mesa Arts Center: Festive Holiday Ornaments

Mesa Arts Center One East Main St., Mesa

Step into a winter wonderland of creativity with our Festive Holiday Ornament making workshop! Embrace the holiday spirit as you learn the art of crafting beautiful metal ornaments that will adorn your tree or make thoughtful gifts for loved ones. In this workshop, students will learn the techniques of working with copper, brass, and nickel...

$85
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Arizona State Parks and Trails: Discover the Lake Boat Tour

Patagonia Lake State Park 400 Patagonia Lake Rd, Nogales

Discover the beauty of Patagonia Lake on a pontoon boat tour. The park volunteers and staff will share about the local habitat, wildlife, and history of the lake. Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 Available on Fridays at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. through March 23,...

$5 – $7

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Pima County Public Library: Venomous Reptiles of Arizona

Pima County Public Library - W. Anne Gibson-Esmond Station Library 10931 E. Mary Ann Cleveland Way, Tucson

US Fish & Wildlife Service will offer a presentation on the behavior, adaptations, conservation, habitat ecology, folklore, human safety and first aid - and other concepts pertaining to our native venomous reptiles. Live specimens will be displayed.

Free

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National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk

Coronado National Memorial 4101 W Montezuma Canyon Rd, Hereford

Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Talks will take place on the patio in front of the...

Free with Park Fee

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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert 101

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

Stop by this display table of plant and animal specimens and ask Ranger Nikki all your desert questions.   Learn about some of the hardy plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert, from trees and shrubs to mammals, birds and reptiles, and find out how they survive in our extreme environment. How do they conserve water?...

Free with Park Fee

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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 / 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

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World

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

This planetarium show takes you on an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk  Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...

Free – $14

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Pima County Public Library: Code Club

Pima County Public Library - Sam Lena-South Tucson Library 1607 S. Sixth Ave., Tucson

Code Club is a weekly time when kids can come and learn how to make websites, video games, and apps. It’s informal, fun, and very interactive. Come have fun, make friends, and build cool stuff with us! No coding experience required!

Free
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Pima County Public Library: Digital Art

Pima County Public Library - Sam Lena-South Tucson Library 1607 S. Sixth Ave., Tucson

We are creating images and bitmap artwork using the Paint 3D application. No art experience is necessary, just the willingness to sit and learn to draw using digital tools.

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

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Liberty Wildlife: Education Takes Flight at the Hyatt

Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch  7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, United States  

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
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HeatSync Labs: Blender Buddies

HeatSync Labs 108 W. Main St., Mesa

People coming together to create 3d models in Blender and print them! All skill levels welcome. Inclusive. Safe space. No bullying. Sign up to get notices about events you're interested...

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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, guiding you through the illuminated pathways alongside animal habitats and Zoo trails. Don’t miss our brand-new light show, featuring vibrant visuals and mesmerizing music that...

$25 – $35

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Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: Wildlights and Animal Sights

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 1403 Heritage Park Rd., Prescott

Join us this holiday season for our annual “Wildlights and Animal Sights” event here at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary! The holiday light display will be open to the public every Friday & Saturday evening from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, beginning on November 29th and 30th and running through January 3rd & 4th, 2025. The park will...

$12
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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 display of luminarias will wow you! Experience a holiday light show unlike any other in southern Arizona! Designed by nationally known public garden landscape architect Tres...