Featuring five local authors and their books to engage children. This filmed series can be enjoyed at home with your child before bed or at anytime. We are proud to present: Julie Blake Gidley, Monica Brown, Erica P. Mason, Diana Reich, and Susan Lamb. This collection of children's stories introduces young readers to themes of...
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...
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,...
Let your creativity soar, brick by brick! Join us every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month from 10am to noon for a fun, hands-on LEGO experience where imagination, engineering, and teamwork come together. Whether you're a master builder or just getting started, there's something for everyone in Little Architects! Most sessions will focus on...
If you're curious about 3D printing, now's the time to ask! Find out about the process, cost, and how you can use the Library's 3D printer. Watch a live demo too! Join us for this come-and-go Q&A with helpful library staff.
The desert seems full of scary, venomous creatures, especially this time of year! Ranger Jacque’s here to talk about the real lives of rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, and other desert...
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
Join Ranger Nikki to discover some of the recreation opportunities found within Maricopa County Parks and get ready to celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 27! National Public...
Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time! Join us for an up- close look at some of the desert’s most fascinating creatures! Watch as our animal ambassadors, namely snakes!- devour their juicy meals. This experience will give visitors the chance to meet our reptiles, learn about the unique characteristics of venomous critters,...
Free hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math fun! STEAM projects for kids in grades 1-8 Takes place every Friday in the STEAM trailer when weather permits, otherwise inside the library.
Learn how to create a simple 3D design on the computer and how to print it on the library's 3D printer. Everyone will get to make their own bookmark! Join our Audiovisual Specialist Chris in the Training Center with our 3D Printer. For Tweens & Teens (Ages 10-18).
A discussion about what goes on behind the scenes to help make scientific research happen in polar locations. Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day event wholly designed to promote awareness and enthusiasm for science in and about northern Arizona and beyond, and is fondly known as the Best...
Choose Health is a fun and interactive nutrition class series designed for youth ages 8 and up! Younger siblings are welcome to join too. Join us for a weekly program brought to you by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program. Below are the lesson titles: Power...
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to mysterious cosmic rays—with stunning visuals and stories. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Free coloring sheets, puzzle sheets LEGOs Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Club LEGO ¡Los LEGOs son divertidos para toda la familia! Construirás con LEGOs de todos los tamaños. Hojas para colorear, hojas...
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...
Join Flagstaff Open Space for a guided walk through Picture Canyon to explore the traditional uses of native plant species. Throughout the walk, we will stop at key locations to...
Tour the Flagstaff Family Food Center's vibrant community garden and renovated kitchen! Meet partners like Coconino Master Gardeners and FALA students, explore a veggie-themed mural, and see how garden harvests...
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...
Kids ages 13-18 take turns playing with our VR headsets!
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only two (2) parking spaces are available for visitors who are not guests of Casa de San Pedro B&B, and registration is required. Casa de San...
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...
Learn about and watch migratory vultures and bats during this fun wildlife viewing spectacle! Did you know that Wickenburg gets one of the highest concentrations of migrating turkey vultures in Arizona? Or that the highway bridge in town has a colony of thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats roosting beneath it? This free, family-friendly, wildlife viewing...
Earn a Jr. Science Badge and prize by completing hands-on activities in open labs! Do chemistry experiments, launch water rockets, play STEM games, examine rocks and fossils, and use microscopes...
Join a panel discussion where participants candidly share their experiences overcoming cultural and personal challenges while pursuing and establishing careers in STEAM fields. Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day event wholly designed to promote awareness and enthusiasm for science in and about northern Arizona and beyond, and is...
"Down At The Farm", is a part of a City of Scottsdale program at the Vista del Camino Community Center that offers dynamic recreational opportunities for families to engage in safe, enriching, fun and educational activities to include arts, crafts, games, and food. The program is free to the community. Come join us on Friday,...
Join USGS geologist, Morgan Nasholds, and learn about Arizona's rich variety of volcanoes, including the San Francisco Volcanic Field, the spectacular Uinkaret Volcanic Field that poured lava into the Grand...
Join a local master gardener for a fun, hands-on workshop on turning your garden harvest into delicious creations like pesto and herb salts. Learn simple techniques to preserve and enjoy your garden harvests year-round. Materials provided, and you'll take home your own garden goodies! Reservations are required. Part of Flagstaff Festival of...
A star party is a magical evening of celestial exploration, perfect for curious minds of all ages! Enjoy twilight talks--short, engaging presentations by astronomers who share fascinating facts about the...