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,...
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....
Join us for reading, music, movement and fun as we learn about dinosaur digs. Wednesday, June 24, 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.
June 24: DIY Kites Ages 5 and below
A wildlife comedy show with live animals! All Ages
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...
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. The Planetarium will be open for four 30-minute sessions between 10:30am-12:30pm. Tickets will be handed out from the...
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 program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. The program is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The Critter Chat is subject to...
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 the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up to 18 miles wide, 277 river...
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
Crawl inside an inflatable planetarium to experience the wonders of the night sky. Learn about constellation stories, science facts, pop culture references, and stars from around the world! Presenter Lauren James Ages 0 - 18
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...
Celebrate the 28th Annual Día de San Juan Fiesta at Mission Garden! Join the Menlo Park Neighborhood Association at Mission Garden on Wednesday, June 24 for an evening of community, culture, and tradition. This beloved annual celebration honors Día de San Juan with a traditional blessing and festivities for all ages. Enjoy live music, delicious...
Join Ranger Kevin for a very special evening of early summer stargazing in commemoration of America’s 250th birthday! Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. We will be focusing on stars and searching for the stripe that marks the path of the Milky Way across the summer sky. We’ll also seek out things like...