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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike

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

Learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia.   Enjoy a guided nature hike along some of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will be along the Lost Sheep trail which is rated easy with some uneven/rocky surfaces so please wear...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cave Creek – Native Seed Garden

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

Meet at the Native Seed Garden (Near Maintenance Compound). It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity...

Free with Park Fee

Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing, and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling,...

Free with Admission

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert 101

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

Join Ranger Olivia for a chance to learn the basics of the Sonoran Desert and answer any burning questions you might have.   This is a casual drop-in program, that will have a variety of things that can be found in the desert for you to examine and learn about such as snake skins, tarantulas, bugs,...

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

City of Sierra Vista: Make a Paper Airplane

Drop into the museum during any open hours and enjoy monthly themed activities! We’ll provide the supplies and simple instructions that prompt kids to explore a variety of subjects. Location: Henry F. Hauser Museum 2950 East Tacoma Street Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635

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,...

Free – $25

Mesa Public Library: Computer Skills Training

Mesa Public Library - Dobson Ranch Branch 2425 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa

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.

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

Pima County Public Library: T.n.T. – TECH

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

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....

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: INCOMING!

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

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 asteroids. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome show followed by an OSIRIS-REx talk   Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...

Free – $14

Pima County Public Library: GED Prep by Literacy Connects

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

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...

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

Pima County Public Library: Teen Time at Sahuarita Library

Pima County Public Library - Sahuarita Library 670 Sahuarita Rd W., Sahuarita

On Thursdays, the Sahuarita Library hosts Teen Time, A time to make, build, and get creative. Teen Time will host various activities and provide a place to hang out every week. We...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: El Mirage Garden Club

MCLDAZ - El Mirage Library 14011 N. 1st Ave., El Mirage

Join the El Mirage Garden Club and the City of El Mirage Parks and Recreation department to learn about the City of El Mirage’s very own Community Garden! Learn what resources are available to gardeners and how both the City and the Library can help you. Free gardening swag will be available!

Free

Mesa Public Library: Adventures in VR – Mini Golf

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

Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will be playing virtual Mini Golf. Registration is required and spots are limited. Ages 12 - 18

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond

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

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 the night sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...

Free – $14

Phoenix Public Library: Brick Builders

Phoenix Public Library - Palo Verde Library 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix

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 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Free

Mohave County Library: Naked Eye Astronomy

Mohave County Library - Lake Havasu City Branch 1770 N. McCulloch Blvd., Lake Havasu City

Open your eyes to the night skies! Join us to learn about the unique night time astronomical events in our own area that are invisible to the naked eye during...

Free

Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night

Science Vortex 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood

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 generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202

Free

Pima County Public Library: Math Help

Pima County Public Library - Nanini Library 7300 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson

Come get help with higher level math, up through college courses, with an expert. No registration is required.

Free

Pima County Public Library: GED Prep en español

Pima County Public Library - Quincie Douglas Library 1585 E. 36th St., Tucson

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...

Free