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Tempe Public Library: Mini STEAMers

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

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  

Free

Chandler Public Library: STEAM Jr. – Dino Dig and Discover

Chandler Public Library - Sunset Campus 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler

Young paleontologists will dig, sort, and measure as they discover how observation and problem-solving help scientists learn about dinosaurs. Children will explore the exciting world of dinosaurs, including building dinosaurs...

Free

Science Vortex Verde Valley: Little Learners’ STEAM Time

Science Vortex of Verde Valley 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood

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

Pinal County Library District: Eye Love Dinosaurs

Pinal County Library District - Coolidge Public Library 160 W. Central Ave., Coolidge

Unleash your inner paleontologist and artist in this creative painting program! Participants will design and paint a realistic dinosaur eye on canvas, exploring color, texture, and imagination while bringing these prehistoric creatures to life. From fierce raptors to gentle giants, each eye will tell its own story through bold details and artistic flair. All Ages

Free

Bearizona Wildlife Park: VIP Experience

Bearizona Wildlife Park 1500 E. Route 66, Williams

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...

Pima County Public Library: Bug Lovers Club

Pima County Public Library - Woods Memorial Library 3455 N. First Ave., Tucson

A hands-on class for curious kids who love insects and creepy-crawlies. Students will build bugs using clay and pipe cleaners, explore insect toys and models, and observe live compost worms and other insects as available. A playful introduction to bugs through art, sensory exploration, and discovery.   Ages 0 - 13

Free

Yuma County Library District: Dino Puzzle

Yuma County Library District - Main Library 2951 S. 21st Dr., Yuma

This is a fun education activity for children ages 0-5. Children will be exploring to be archeologists by piecing together Dinosaur bones. Seating is limited while supplies last.

Free

Mohave County Library: Toddler Sunshine Hour – Dance Like a Dinosaur

Mohave County Library - Lake Havasu City Branch 1770 N. McCulloch Blvd., Lake Havasu City

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

Free

Meteor Crater Education Alliance: SpaceFort – Asteroid Day Flagstaff

Flagstaff Elks Lodge #499 2101 N .San Francisco St., Flagstaff

Meet astronauts and space pioneers in a family STEM adventure with art, gaming, rockets, planetarium shows, and space missions. SpaceFort: Asteroid Day Flagstaff is a joyful celebration of space, creativity, imagination, and family fun. Join the Meteor Crater Education Alliance for an unforgettable space adventure where participants can interact with inspirational astronauts and space pioneers, ask...

Free – $10

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

Yavapai County Free Library District: Healthy Choices with Matforce

Yavapai County Free Library District - Dewey - Humboldt Town Library 2735 S. Corral St., Humboldt

A Fun Wellness Program for Kids MATFORCE is teaming up with local libraries to bring families a lively, hands-on program all about making healthy choices.    In just 30 minutes, kids will laugh, learn, and explore wellness in a way that feels like play. Activity Sheets, Take Home Goodies, Interactive Activities, and Meet Honor Pup!!!...

Free

Navajo County Library District: Dino Crew Entertainment

Navajo County Library District - Show Low Public Library 181 N. 9th St., Show Low

Join us for a high energy, hands-on dinosaur experience brought to us by Dino Entertainment Crew. Expect a big dino show, baby dinos, sensory bins, and plenty of chances for kids to get up close and interact.   All ages

Free

National Park Service: Critter Chat | Ranger Talk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

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...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Dark Biosphere

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

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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Bald Eagles of Lake Pleasant

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Help commemorate America 250, the initiative to honor our Country’s 250th birthday, by learning all about our iconic national symbol, the Bald Eagle. Ranger Nikki hosts a drop-in information table to share fun facts and data on these unique creatures and the efforts to keep them protected. Gain insight into the amazing world of bald...

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Public Library: Portable Planetarium

Pima County Public Library - Miller-Golf Links Library 9640 E. Golf Links Rd., Tucson

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...

Free

National Park Service: Geology Talk | Ranger Talk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

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...

Free with Park Fee

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,...

Free – $27

Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University: One Sky

Embry - Riddle Aeronautical University Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium 3700 Willow Creek Rd., Prescott

Around the world, people have looked up at the stars in the sky and made meaning from the patterns they see there. This new show features stories from four different cultures, Greek, Innu (Canadian First Nations), Japanese and Hawaiian and describes how they see a single group of stars in completely different, yet culturally relevant...

$8

Desert Botanical Garden: Desert Oasis Garden After Dark

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

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

Free with Admission