Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
Learn how to store and dispose of RX drugs safely. Learn how to use Narcan to reverse an opioid overdose.
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
Created for a younger audience in mind (8 years or older), earlier in the day. But you don’t have to be a homeschooler. If you’re a teen and this time works for...
Have you ever wondered how a car moves, a rocket flies, or a catapult is built? Join us for an action-packed physics adventure full of hands-on experiments! Kids will discover how the world works through exciting activities exploring motion, forces, energy, and engineering. Audience volunteers will get the chance to participate in live demonstrations and...
Mix, stretch, and customize your own slime in this fun, sensory-filled workshop! Participants will create clear or opaque slime and personalize it with glitter, colors, and fun trinkets to make...
In this class we will draw a butterfly, dragonfly and bumble bee. Mastering simplified shapes is the key to drawing accurately and insects are great models. This lesson will sharpen your powers of observation. Presented by Jeanine Colini Ages 6 -18
Do you love arts and crafts, games, and science experiments? Join us each week for hands-on activities designed to spark your imagination and creativity! All supplies are provided. Some activities might get a little messy! This intergenerational program welcomes kids, tweens, and families. Learn, explore, and create together in Create Club! Ages 6 - 13
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+
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...
STEAM is an acronym for “Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.” Our STEAM Club brings creativity, problem-solving, logic, and experimentation together – which suits many ways of learning and allows...
Come build with us! Folks of all ages are welcome to dig into our massive piles of LEGO® bricks and let their imaginations run wild. We've got Duplo blocks on...
This one-on-one session includes access to our creative tools: the 3D printer and Cricut cutting machine. There will be a basic guided education for these machines and their accompanying software. For ages 14 and up only and computer experience/knowledge is required.
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Display your LEGO creation at the library for all to enjoy! LEGO Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Ages 3 - 18
Discover new tech, tools, and hands-on skills each month in the Maker Lab. Each month in the Maker Lab, you’ll get hands-on with the latest tech and creative tools—from VR and 3D printing to laser cutting and more. It’s a chance to experiment, build real-world skills, and bring your ideas to life. Ages 12...
Join us in MACH1 this week to design your own book or journal cover in Canva! You'll learn about adding graphics, colors, and a titled font to your real or...
September is Parks for Pollinators month and we are celebrating at the Riparian Preserve! This Pollinator Gardens 101 class will teach you all the basics to start the pollinator garden of your dreams. You will learn about the importance of pollinator habitat, plant and site selection, and more. You will even get to take home...
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and other nocturnal wildlife while hiking along the Dragonfly Trail at Jewel of the...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...