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To thank the community for its support, while offering budget-friendly staycation fun for families, Reid Park Zoo is once again offering its $3 Ticket Tuesdays for 2026. Every Tuesday in June and July daytime admission is $3 per person at the gate. As always, Zoo members can visit daily for free. Zoo summer hours are...
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Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more! Ages 1 - 5
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Join us for reading, music, movement and fun as we discover what is underground! Wednesday, June 2, 2026 10:00 - 10:30a.m. Storytime Room Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome! All library programs are free and open to the public. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Join us for reading, music, movement and fun as we discover what is underground! Wednesday, June 3, 2026 10:00 - 10:30a.m. Storytime Room Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome! All library programs are free and open to the public. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Week one of our summer reading program will start off with registration, program rules, story time and snacks, followed by a live animal presentation with Bearizona! Ages 0 - 18
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Kids, ages 2-7, join us as we create magic in the garden by squishing, smearing, scooping and pouring. June 4th in the youth room 10:00 - 11:00am All library programs are free and open to the public. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Tackle a building challenge or unleash your creativity with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Join us the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month for a fun building adventure! Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to tackle a building challenge or explore their own creative designs with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Ages 0 - 5...
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Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and create your own flying pterodactyl! Using simple materials of paper, string, and scissors, you can puppet your pterodactyl to fly anywhere. This program is designed for children of all ages and their families. Space is limited - first come, first served.
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Chandler Public Library: Kids Grab & Go – Paper Plate Turtles
Calling all kids ages 0-5! Have you ever thought that turtles look like dinosaurs? That's because turtles lived alongside them millions of years ago! Learn interesting facts about turtle's long-lived history and enjoy a fun craft making a turtle of your very own!
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Ages: 2-5 Practice early childhood literacy, music and movement. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All Library Programs are Free and Open to the Public
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
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Join us for a fun and calming storytime. We will read a dino-themed story, then bring the dinosaurs to life with gentle yoga poses and breathing exercises. We will stretch tall like a Brachiosaurus, balance like a Pterodactyl, and practice dinosaur breathing to calm our bodies and minds. Ages 0 - 8
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Saturday, June 6 is Dinosaur Day! This year we are partnering with our gateway community of Holbrook, Arizona to celebrate all things dinosaur! There will be fun activities and opportunities to chat with paleontologists in two places from 10 am – 2 pm: Rainbow Forest Museum (Petrified Forest National Park) -Fossil preparation demonstration lab -Ranger-lead...
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Bring the ancient world to life this summer with an immersive program designed to spark curiosity and inspire readers of all ages. Featuring museum‑quality fossils, hands‑on excavation stations, and towering dinosaur specimens, this experience aligns seamlessly with the 2026 Summer Reading theme: Unearth a Story. Dinosaurs & Paleontology — Explore Earth’s prehistoric giants through real...
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Celebrate the amazing diversity of wildlife that call Arizona home! This program introduces you to non-releasable wildlife ambassadors while exploring their unique adaptations, behaviors and how they came to Arizona Game and Fish. Meet some cool critters! This program is part of the Unearth a Story 2026 Summer Reading Program. All Ages
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This special story time is all about the things you can find in the dirt and growing food. We will read fun stories about gardens and dirt then sing songs and finally do an activity where the kid will dig for vegetables in the dirt. Ages 0 - 6
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Next Monday, stop by Martinez Hall to check out the Mobile Planetarium from the Arizona Science Center. All ages
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To thank the community for its support, while offering budget-friendly staycation fun for families, Reid Park Zoo is once again offering its $3 Ticket Tuesdays for 2026. Every Tuesday in June and July daytime admission is $3 per person at the gate. As always, Zoo members can visit daily for free. Zoo summer hours are...
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Join us for a hands-on prehistoric adventure! Young paleontologists will excavate “fossils” hidden inside cookies using toothpicks and brushes, just like real scientists uncover ancient treasures. Participants will learn about fossils, dinosaurs, and archaeology while enjoying a fun and tasty activity. The Prescott Valley Public Library Homeschool Hub is open to all community members interested...
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Highland Center for Natural History presentation @ the library. Explore our Wild Backyard with the Highland Center for Natural History! Discover what makes our region so extraordinary. Join us for a fascinating look at local biogeography, native plants and wildlife, weather patterns, and the powerful ecological forces that shape this remarkable landscape. A perfect...
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Unearth a Story! Dig into Dinosaurs, Archeology, and Paleontology this summer with our weekly Summer Reading Adventure Series. Join us for hands‑on activities inspired by stories, science, and pure creativity. Discover. Explore. Create. Your next big adventure is waiting! June 10 — Become a Paleontologist Create and assemble a dinosaur skeleton. Ages 0 - 11
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Join us for reading, music, movement and fun as we learn about rocks! Wednesday, June 10, 2026 10:00 - 10:30a.m. Storytime Room Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome! All library programs...
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Artastic Art presents Natural Landscape Collage, a creative hands-on workshop for families and children. Participants will explore the beauty of nature through collage, using a variety of materials to design their own unique landscape artwork. Guided by Artastic Art, a traveling art education provider in Phoenix, this workshop encourages creativity, builds artistic skills, and provides...
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Crawl inside an inflatable planetarium to experience the wonders of the night sky. We'll learn basic observational astronomy, including what stars and constellations are, how to identify them in the night sky, and the mythology behind them. There will be four identical half hour shows at the following times: 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m....
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Kids, ages 2-7, join us for squishing, smearing, scooping and pouring as we dig underground. June 11th in the youth room 10:00 - 11:00am All library programs are free and open to the public. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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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 while the library’s 3D printer runs a live demo. Before you leave, request a custom miniature and we’ll print it during the week for pickup...
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Ages: 2-5 Practice early childhood literacy, music and movement. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All Library Programs are Free and Open to the Public
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00...
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A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
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Our desert enviroment is rich with diverse plants and trees with edible components. In this interactive class, learn about the different types of mesquite trees that grow in our community, and how to harvest their sweet beans sustainably. The adventure begins with a short walk through Veterans Oasis Park where you will learn to identify...
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We have open the space outside for everyone to exchange and share anything and everything for your gardens. Seeds, pots , plants and harvest. All Ages
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The ultimate dinosaur experience filled with action packed entertainment, roaring excitement and jaw dropping fun. This program includes a big Dinosaur show, baby dinosaurs, sensory bins and story time with Dino Crew's new book. People of all ages will love this package as our big Dinosaurs dance and interact, bringing laughs and nonstop smiles.
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In this special Summer Reading editon of Story Time we will be reading and singing songs about dinosaurs before the kids get to crack open a dinosaur egg to see what is inside. Ages 0 - 6
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
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Join us for a fun, hands-on math workshop designed for children ages 1 to 5 and their caregivers. Through games, songs, stories, and playful activities, young learners will explore counting, shapes, patterns, sorting, and other early math concepts. This interactive program helps build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning while supporting school readiness in...
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To thank the community for its support, while offering budget-friendly staycation fun for families, Reid Park Zoo is once again offering its $3 Ticket Tuesdays for 2026. Every Tuesday in June and July daytime admission is $3 per person at the gate. As always, Zoo members can visit daily for free. Zoo summer hours are...
$3
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Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more! Ages 1 - 5
Free
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Join us for reading, music, movement and fun as we discover some of the treasures Arizona has to offer. Tuesday, June 16, 2026 10:00 - 10:30a.m. Storytime Room Ages 0-5,...
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Compare their diverse strategies for movement, defense, and feeding. Discover their unique adaptations to desert life. Presented by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Attendance is limited to 65 people. Tickets will be handed out from the front desk on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 10:00 am. Ages 0 - 8
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Join us for a fun and educational program where you’ll learn about a variety of birds and discover what’s on their menu! Ages 0 - 18
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Unearth a Story! Dig into Dinosaurs, Archeology, and Paleontology this summer with our weekly Summer Reading Adventure Series. Join us for hands‑on activities inspired by stories, science, and pure creativity....
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Kids, ages 2-7, Discover Arizona through squishing, smearing, scooping and pouring. June 18th in the youth room 10:00 - 11:00am All library programs are free and open to the public. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Tackle a building challenge or unleash your creativity with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Join us the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month for a fun building adventure! Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to tackle a building challenge or explore their own creative designs with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Ages 0 - 5...
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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. Escape the midday heat and head into the air-conditioned Nature Center for this special America 250 Lunch n' Learn! From the Gadsden "Don't Tread on Me" flag...
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Help commemorate America 250, the initiative to honor our Country’s 250th birthday, by learning all about saguaro cactus, the iconic symbol of both our State and of the Southwest. Relax and stay cool inside the Nature Center as Ranger Nikki leads a presentation on the Sonoran Desert’s majestic saguaro. Learn about their life cycle –...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides... |
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We have open the space outside for everyone to exchange and share anything and everything for your gardens. Seeds, pots , plants and harvest. All Ages
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Little explorers ages 5 and under will meet some friendly baby dinosaurs in this fun program. Participants can "pet, feed and interact" with realistic puppets. Program includes sensory bins, stories, and hands-on activities. Presented by Dino Crew Entertainment.
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides... |
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts... |
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In collaboration with Timber Mesa Fire Department, this special Story Time will feature real life firefighters showing off their equipment and vehicles. Ages 0 - 6
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
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Dig through sand like real archeologists and find hidden treasures! Presented by Emy Kleinkauf Ages 0 - 13
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To thank the community for its support, while offering budget-friendly staycation fun for families, Reid Park Zoo is once again offering its $3 Ticket Tuesdays for 2026. Every Tuesday in June and July daytime admission is $3 per person at the gate. As always, Zoo members can visit daily for free. Zoo summer hours are...
$3
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The Prescott Valley Public Library Homeschool Hub is open to all community members interested in homeschooling. Whether you’re curious about what homeschooling entails, just starting out, or have been homeschooling for years, we would love to have you join us. We believe that together, we can create a supportive educational environment that fosters growth, learning,...
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Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more! Ages 1 - 5
Free
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Unearth a Story! Dig into Dinosaurs, Archeology, and Paleontology this summer with our weekly Summer Reading Adventure Series. Join us for hands‑on activities inspired by stories, science, and pure creativity. Discover. Explore. Create. Your next big adventure is waiting! June 24 — Archeologists on a Dig Unearth artifacts and treasures. Ages 0 - 11
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
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Kids, ages 2-7, Come be a Paleontologist-in-Training by squishing, smearing, scooping and pouring. June 25th in the youth room 10:00 - 11:00am All library programs are free and open to the public. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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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 off in the air-conditioned Nature Center for this special America 250 Lunch n' Learn. For two and a half centuries, the diverse landscapes of America have provided sanctuary...
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Calling all little dinosaur lovers! Join us for a fun-filled morning of prehistoric art projects just for our youngest paleontologists. Make your favorite dinosaurs come to life with a variety of hands-on crafts. This program is for youth ages 5 and under.
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Come and walk with dinosaurs! These dinosaurs look so real it will feel like you've time traveled to the past. All ages.
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
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This program invites preschoolers and their caregivers to explore the exciting world of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. *Space and supplies are limited! Ages 0 - 5
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Join Reid Park Zoo in celebrating insects! Insect Week is a global celebration dedicated to raising awareness, inspiring action, and cultivating appreciation for the world’s insects. We stand tall for...
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Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassador tortoises and share fun facts about how they and their wild relatives survive in our Sonoran Desert. After the feeding, there will be a meet and greet session inside the Nature Center with the park’s other reptile ambassadors. (See Discovery Center program listing at 9am)....
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Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, a chuckwalla, a tarantula, a Gila monster and tortoises. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the trail. Activity sheets and coloring pages will be available for the kids. (There is a Tortoise...
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Many of the trees and shrubs in the Sonoran Desert belong to the legume or pea family and have long been an important food source for both wildlife and cultures of the American Southwest, including mesquites, paloverdes, ironwoods, and acacias. In addition, leguminous trees also provide crucial ecological functions and have been used by people...
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
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Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and a thrilling dive into our galaxy’s core. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
Free – $27
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In this special Summer Reading Story Time we read books, sing songs and do an activity while we learn about the ice age and the animals that inhabited it. Ages 0 - 6
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
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Celebrate America 250 by meeting the resilient reptiles that are true icons of the Southwest. In this live indoor demonstration, Ranger Jacque will introduce you to our animal ambassadors—including snakes and gila monsters—sharing their remarkable stories and survival strategies that have allowed them to thrive in the Sonoran Desert for centuries. You'll learn about their vital roles in the ecosystem and discover...
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To thank the community for its support, while offering budget-friendly staycation fun for families, Reid Park Zoo is once again offering its $3 Ticket Tuesdays for 2026. Every Tuesday in June and July daytime admission is $3 per person at the gate. As always, Zoo members can visit daily for free. Zoo summer hours are...
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Explore the past and basic shapes as we read “Museum Shapes" by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Make and play with ancient geometric puzzles! This program is best suited for ages 0-5. Seating and supplies are limited.
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Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more! Ages 1 - 5
Free
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
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Join us for dino-mite stories and activities with Ms. Diamin. Each week features a fun story followed by a hands-on art project, inspiring creativity and imagination all summer long. Ages 0 - 8
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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...
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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 and timeless influence on our world. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets...
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Unleash your inner paleontologist and dig into a world of dino-tastic facts while crafting your very own dino disguise! Supplies & seating are limited–so stomp on over, first come, first served! Ages 0-12.
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Bring your creativity to our LEGO program! Build together, imagine big, and have fun with thousands of LEGO bricks provided by the library. Whether you're creating castles, spaceships, or something totally wild, there’s something for every builder. Come share your masterpiece and see what others are making! For ages 0 -12. Space is Limited. ¡Trae...
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Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
Free
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
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It's summer reading time! Visit AZMNH every Friday in July from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM when a children's book author will read their story. This will be followed by a scientific lesson and then a craft related to a subject in the book. Dr. Brian Curtice, "So You Know Tyrannosaurus Rex? 27 Dinosaurs you...
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Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? Monsoon Magic is an interactive nature exhibit where you’ll learn about the wildlife and meteorology of the southwest’s rainy season. At this family friendly program you can pet snakes, get your nature questions answered, and even become a certified junior ranger! Follow signs for "Trailhead" and meet...
Free with Park Fee
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
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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 cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. All Ages
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Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
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Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and a thrilling dive into our galaxy’s core. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
Free – $27
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Deep beneath the earth's crust, hundreds of kilometres below the surface, with no light, no air, and very little water, in pores and fissures of hard rock, scientists have found an enormous biodiversity of micro-organisms that thrive in extreme conditions. The Dark Biosphere challenges everything we thought we knew and challenges us to rethink not...
Free – $27
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