LEGO and Minecraft come together in one exciting camp! Start off by building LEGO creations inspired by Minecraft or any other favorite characters and then bring them to life with...
Late evening light ignites the varnished hues of high desert sandstone. The deepening shadows make the peckings of ancient rock art more visible. Bouquets of yellow prince’s plume flowers burst...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Everything is Awesome: LEGO Stop Motion Learn to make stop-motion videos with the LEGO pieces kids already love! This updated version of our stop-motion course covers all of the skills and tricks needed to produce expert-level stop motion videos. Campers will first learn the basics of stop motion movement. Then, they'll learn...
(AM - APPRENTICE) VEX Robotics BattleBots: Teamwork, Engineering, and Design VEX is the world's foremost competitive robotics program. Students from grade schools to universities use VEX to build not only their technical expertise, but also important life skills like teamwork, communication, and project management. Customized for a stress-free camp setting, our "BattleBots" VEX robotics camp...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Strawbees Construction & Robotics In this updated version of our popular Strawbees camp, creations come alive with the power of robotics! Strawbees is an intuitive and fun build system allowing students to construct all manner of structures using simple drinking straws. In this updated version of the camp, Strawbees builds come alive...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Flight Lab: The Science of Drones Take to the skies with our STEM-specific educational drones! Campers will master the physics principles which make drone flight possible, and will also gain coding skills as they program their drone's flight paths to complete a series of challenges. Using a safety-first approach, students will learn...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Master Gravity & Motion with GraviTrax Campers master gravity, magnetism, and kinetics as they build marble runs in this popular hands-on (and screen-free) camp! The GraviTrax system allows children of all ages to build fun and dynamic marble runs. Campers start off by following build instructions, progress to build challenges, and ultimately...
(AM - APPRENTICE) CAD Creators: 3D Printing & Design Campers will imagine, design, and print their very own 3-D materials in this fun and engaging camp. First, campers will examine the world around them and begin thinking of practical and unique uses for 3-D printing technology. With their ideas in mind, they'll then learn the...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Electronics & Circuitry Camp Electrical engineering requires creativity, logic, abstract thinking, problem solving, and resource management. Why not help kids develop these skills in a fun, hands-on...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Build & Code with Edison Robotics Using the Edison platform, campers can design and build a series of programmable robots - from rubber band cannons, to cranes, to their own imaginative creations. Students will focus on teamwork and creative problem solving as they tackle a series of design challenges, and their robots...
(AM - APPRENTICE) RoboSports Challenge w/ LEGO EV3 Welcome to the LEGO Robot Olympics! In this course, students will create and program their robots to complete a series of sports-related challenges. Teams will use various motors and sensors to create robots for basketball, hockey, a tug-of-war, and sumo wrestling. The course will require a combination...
(MASTERS) LEGO Spike Prime Robotics We're excited to announce our newest robotics camp featuring the cutting-edge LEGO Spike Prime robotics platform. Used in classrooms and robotics competitions worldwide, LEGO Spike Prime is the current gold standard for educational robotics. Whether your child is looking to engage with robotics as a hobby, to gain an edge...
Calling all future food scientists and chefs! Dive into the delicious world of food chemistry. Experiment with molecular gastronomy - making edible bubbles, foams, and flavor bursts. Create mouthwatering gourmet snacks and culinary experiments. Join a cooking competition where science meets master chef...
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
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...
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:...
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 /...
Do you think your child can build the strongest and most agile robot? Can their robot win a head-to-head combat mission? Your child will discover basic strategies for building sturdy structures and then apply that knowledge to build a robot for friendly competition. Snapology is a learning concept that combines play with education. We...
After school activities with a STEAM theme. Experience the possibility for something new; arts and science, math and tech. Just drop-in for a while and see what is in store. Ages 8 to 18. Activities will vary in difficulty. Younger participants may sometimes do alternative activities on high technical skill craft days.
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 for afternoon kids activities--playing tabletop games, doing crafts, exploring STEAM activities and more! This program is supported by Friends of the Phoenix Public Library.
Let’s play with LEGO and DUPLO bricks! Every Tuesday we’ll build something with a different theme every time. Don't worry - there's plenty of room to freestyle as well. Show off your...
Joins and learn how to make your very own bath fizzy! Makes the perfect gift for others or even yourself. All supplies will be provided. Limited space. Ages 13-17.
Come join us at Cholla library for a STEAM activity! Each week kids complete a project with a Science, Technolgy, Engineering, Art or Math twist.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join us for a series of Mental Health Workshops, just for teens. Join us for a series on Teen Mental Health, where we’ll explore important topics on suicide prevention, coping with a parent who overdrinks, mindfulness through yoga, and the comfort of support animals. Your mental health matters, you...