Join us on an easy walk with a City of Scottsdale Natural Resources Coordinator as various desert topics are discussed. The material will depend on what we see in this wonderful environment. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy. Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours Pets are not permitted at...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+)...
After school activities with a focus on technologies. We'll have robotics and 3D printers and vinyl-cutters on a rotating schedule. Ages 8 to 18. Snacks will be available while supplies last.
Tween Club is open to all tweens in grades 4-8. Today's Activity: LEGO Challenge-Hidden Treasure. Do you love LEGO? Join us as we use our creativity to solve a different engineering challenge each month. No registration required. All materials provided.
Bring your skills and interests to the Teen Center and immerse yourself in our individually-paced, teen-led pop-up maker space. Explore studio recording, computer programming, 3D printing, graphic design, painting, button making, Perler beading and more. Tools and supplies are available upon request.
Drop in for help with a wide variety of Library Digital Resources, including the Library website, eBooks, audiobooks, streaming movies, downloadable music, and more. Additional computer help is available for computer basics (Email and Internet), Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), job help (resumes, online applications, and job searching), and homework. Get help with a range...
Come create with us at Harmon Library! We'll be working on art projects, crafts, playing with STEAM toys and much more!
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...
Projects are designed for ages 6 - 12 Explore! Create! Have fun! Each week brings a new S.T.E.A.M. project to make and explore. Hands-on projects provide a fun way to practice following directions, basic science, and learn technology, engineering, art, and math concepts. Build confidence while making mistakes, work on problem solving and improve fine...
Go back into the Jurassic and learn to fold an origami triceratops, pterodactyl, stegosaurus, and more. Then use markers to draw spots, stripes, eyes—whatever—on them. Because good hand/eye coordination is required, this is for ages 7 and up. Adults welcome! All materials provided. Limited to 20 people.
Join us for MACH1’s Open Hours to explore the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! Explore our extensive collection of STEM games, robotics toys, circuitry kits, craft supplies and more. Engage in coding, digital art, 3D modeling, and more using our available computers, or showcase your crafting kills with access to sewing...
Want to learn some code? Code Club meets weekly to explore a variety of different computer programming languages and logic while creating simple computer games, apps and websites. Coding experience is not required. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required. Please provide your email address when you register. *Please note that if your child misses two...
STEM for Tweens! Explore a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities geared toward Tweens ages 6 to 12. Each week explores different projects centered around learning, exploration, creativity, and self-discovery.
Join us at the library for an afternoon of artistic exploration. This month we will use masking tape and the concepts of negative space, layering, and color theory to create original works of abstract art. All materials provided while they last. This program is for tweens ages 9-13.
Code Club is a weekly time when kids can come and learn how to make websites, video games, and apps. It’s informal, fun, and very interactive. Come have fun, make friends, and build cool stuff with us! No coding experience required!
Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we paint in VR with the app Open Brush. Registration is required and spots are limited.
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: This month our Maker Focus is Plants Can you recognize a tree by its leaf? Find out as we learn more about trees and their leaves, then create our own leafy art using watercolor to create a delightful array of fall foliage! This program is a walk-in program...
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 Free thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202
A Rube Goldberg machine is a contraption that uses a chain reaction to carry out a simple task. In this class, students will learn about Rube Goldberg, see videos of numerous Rube Goldberg machines, and design and create their own machines using the six simple machines. Dates: November 2, 9, 16, 30 Time: 5 – 6 ...
Stop in at the Velma Teague Library and build a LEGO masterpiece!! Families with kids ages 3-12 are invited to this hour-long program of free building with LEGOs. The supplies will be provided; all you have to bring is your imagination! All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed...