Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower,...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
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...
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Drop in for fun with Virtual Reality and Nintendo Switch 2 gaming at the library! Ages 12 - 18
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary year by taking a beginner’s look into the world of desert birds and the migratory journeys that connect our nation from sea to shining desert. Cool...
Join Ranger Jacque for a special America 250 Lunch n' Learn! Explore the complex history and symbolism of desert reptiles in the American story, from revolutionary flags to Hollywood legends....
Discover the secrets of our Sun—our closest star and the engine of life on Earth. With stunning fulldome visuals and powerful storytelling, this immersive show reveals the Sun’s turbulent surface...
Journaling is a great way to focus the mind, build creativity, deepen curiosity, and learn more about the plants and animals around us. Join us to explore how we can slow...
Relax, doodle, and discover the art of Zentangle! Join us for a fun, creative workshop. No experience needed, all supplies provided. Ages 14+
Miniature Painting Party & 3D Printing Demo. Drop in, pick a miniature—dinosaurs, cute animals, or sci‑fi figures—and paint with all Wilhoit Public Library‑provided supplies. The staff will offer quick tips...
A New Dino adventure each week. It may be a story. We are doing explore with Eggs. We will have an excavation. We are going to paint a Dino. Come...
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
Join us on Thursdays in June at the Library as we learn about the natural world through crafts and games. This program is suitable for ages 0-18.
Unearth a story about modern-day dinosaurs with Wildman Phil as he brings his collection of crazy creatures to the library. Discover some of the earth's prehistoric remnants like a giant spider, lizards with strange defenses,...
Get ready to unearth your inner inventor at Titans! This dino-mite program invites t(w)eens to explore the world of STEAM through fun, hands-on activities and creative challenges. From origami and...
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...
June 25- Dinosaur Dig Ages 6 - 17
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and create a dinosaur themed collage! We'll cut and tear up paper, magazines, and other collage materials and end up with a unique collage in...
Stop by the Discovery Center and learn about the many animals that call the park home. Ranger Derik will have 2 tables set up in the main lobby of the...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and...
Our presenter Nathalie will take us back into the Jurassic to teach us how to make a stegosaurus, a triceratops, or a pterodactyl origami! We will also be decorating our dinosaurs!...
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...
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. Ages 10 - 18
Learn how to use a sewing machine to create a little dino buddy and decorate him.
Live specimens of Arizona’s most fascinating venomous reptiles are displayed in lockable enclosures specifically designed for exhibition in an interactive forum! Ages 6 - 18
Come hang out with us at Lego Club! We'll have lots of fun things to build with such as Legos, K'Nex and Keva Blocks, along with some other Lego themed...
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
Dive into the deep blue sea with Sounds of the Ocean, a breathtaking fusion of nature sounds, live music, and immersive visual art. This award-winning experience invites audiences of all...
Build a tiny prehistoric world using artificial plants, natural materials, and dinosaur figures. Experiment with different layouts and details to bring your mini dino world to life. Ages 11-18 only.
Learn to stuff, sew, and decorate your own dino nugget plushie! Ages 11 - 18
Join Ranger Jacque for a special sunset hike to celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary year while exploring the iconic saguaros that have stood as sentinels over the American desert since...
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sunset while also learning about...
Join Ranger Derik on a nighttime hike through the park in search of scorpions and other nocturnal creatures. The hike will cover 3 miles on an out and back to...
It’s time for another full moon in our desert. June brings the Strawberry Moon, traditionally nicknamed for red berries that ripen this time of year. Instead of red berries, we...
Look for scorpions and other nocturnal critters on this hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and...