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Pima County Parks and Recreation: Big Wash Nature Trek

Big Wash Trailhead 1790 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley

Join a naturalist-guided walk along Big Wash in Oro Valley, on an easy- to moderate-level trail. In addition to great views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, this area is designated...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Spend the morning outside to learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia.    Enjoy a guided nature hike along one of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will be along the North trail which is mostly flat with some uneven/rocky...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike

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

Spend the morning hiking through cactus covered hills and learn about the ecology of the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Derik.   The hike will cover 3 miles out and back along the State trail on relatively flat trail with a few short rocky sections. Hikers should bring 1-2 liters of water and come prepared for the...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Life Along the Gila Hike

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

Join Ranger Kevin for an informative hike about the history and significance of this vital desert river.   The Gila River has a storied past, a tenuous present, and perhaps a hopeful future. We’ll discuss the importance of rivers like the Gila to the health and diversity of desert life as we explore the riparian habitat...

Free with Park Fee

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 /...

$20 – $25

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Mammal Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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...

$350

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Cactus Curiosity

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Join Ranger Olivia to learn more about the cacti that live in the desert.   Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! In this casual drop-in program, there will be live samples of cacti to touch and learn about. Bring any questions you might have about how our cacti not only survive...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World

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

Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...

Free – $27

Pima County Public Library: 3D Printing

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

Do you have an interest in CAD? Have you ever wanted to make your own fidget-toy? Come join us for 3D Printing on Thursdays and use our Adventure3 printer, run...

Free

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 class will be taught in English. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something to...

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

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond

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

Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...

Free – $27

Maricopa County Library District: El Mirage Garden Club

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

Join us for the second garden club event of the season! We'll be making our own DIY seed paper! Seed paper is an eco friendly way to recycle paper and help grow flowers and other plants in your garden.

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Paper Project – The Forest Floor

Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library ​1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix

Join us in the Children's Place as we paper to create an autumn forest floor. Create creatures, mushrooms, leaves, and plants, and together we'll create a seasonal scene to celebrate the cooler seasons. This program is designed for children and families, but all ages are welcome. Space is limited - first come, first served.

Free

City of Sierra Vista: Sierra Vista Camera Club Monthly Meeting

Sierra Vista Police Department 911 N. Coronado Dr., Sierra Vista

Love photography? Visit the Sierra Vista Camera Club at our next meeting. Meet fellow photographers, learn new techniques, share your photos. All levels welcome! Location: Sierra Vista Police Department 911 N. Coronado Dr. Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club

Yavapai County Free Library District - Cordes Lakes Public Library 15989 S. Cordes Lakes Dr., Cordes Lakes

Do you Love LEGOs? Love to create your own designs? Join us every Thursday for LEGO Club!!

Free

Pima County Public Library: Tween Time – Open STEAM Hours

Pima County Public Library - El Rio Library 1390 W. Speedway Blvd., Tucson

Once a month we will offer open hours for tweens to experiment with different self-directed STEAM kits, such as bracelet-making, paper airplanes, clay modeling, paper crafts, building wooden models, and more! Gather with friends and try something new!

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

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 posibilidades de éxito en sus examenes GED. La clase se impartirá completamente en español. La instrucción puede incluir tareas, conferencias tradicionales y práctica interactiva. Los...

Free

Yuma County Library District: Stargazing

Yuma County Library District - Foothills Library 13226 E. South Frontage Rd., Yuma

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.

Free