Meet at Area 4 parking lot. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative is to...
Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history....
Throughout the month of March, stop by the Velma Teague Library Teen Zone and create an Origami Godzilla. All materials will be provided. For ages 12-18.
Spend the morning with Ranger Derik walking in the path of the ancient Hohokam people that called the White Tank mountains home. Along the way learn how they thrived in...
Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. The Conservancy relies on the generosity of donors to support our conservation...
Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a butterfly monitoring event to help determine...
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...
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for a fun-filled Homeschool Day STEM field trip packed with science technology, engineering and math learning, and skating fun! 🎓 Event Highlights: 🕒 STEM Lesson: 10:05 –...
Stop by the Nature center and learn about how to hike safely and how you can help protect the park and its inhabitants though LNT practices. Ranger Derik will be...
Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
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 /...
Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect...
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....
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...
Learn about the fun art of origami by creating your very own origami frog that actually jumps! All supplies included, space limited. Ages 13-17.
Come explore hands on S.T.E.A.M. activities at the Asante Library where we’ll investigate all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.
Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. This month we will be making an apron
Visit Palo Verde for an hour of LEGO brick building! Participants can take on a LEGO challenge, follow a theme, or assemble their own creations! Program held every Thursday from...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in...
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: Paper Plate Whales! This month, our Maker Focus is Under the Sea. Get creative folding and cutting to create your very own...
Are you a teen who loves to build and create? Each Teach Me Day session will focus on a different STEAM medium. Come to learn and try something new. Our...
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...
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00 Free thanks to...
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...
Design and build a unique birdhouse using a variety of materials, from wood and paint to charms and decorations. This fun and engaging workshop encourages creativity, craftsmanship, and a love...
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and...
Join us in the east parking lot for an evening of stargazing. Learn about various planets, stars, and more! Telescopes are available courtesy of our volunteers.