Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert Ecosystem Hike
Join Ranger Shaun for an early morning hike to beat the heat and see the desert wake up! Venture out this morning onto the moderate rated Black Rock Trail for...
Free with Park Fee
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Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for August 1, 2024
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Quiet Walk
Feel inner peace outside on this easy walk featuring a guided 4-step outdoor meditation led by Ranger Jacque. Would you like a break from noise and stress and a new way to enjoy nature? The Quiet process can help. It blends nine techniques or influences that research indicates have a calming or uplifting effect. This...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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...
Free – $25
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (65+) and...
Free – $14
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration Planetarium Tickets...
Free – $14
Phoenix Public Library: Build a Bug
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: Buid a Bug! Use your creativity to design a new species of bug! We'll use all kinds of craft supplies like paper, chenille stems, and markers to create funky little insect friends. Make up a life history for your new discovery so we can make a field guide of MACH1 bugs....
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: INCOMING!
Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect...
Free – $14
Phoenix Public Library: MACH1 Open Hours
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...
Free
Avondale Public Library: STEAM LAB
Explore a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance. Please be aware that materials used are age specific and caregiver supervision is required. Open STEAM Lab (Ages 6-12): Thursdays, 4 pm
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Derik to hunt for scorpions on the trails of Estrella Regional Park. Join Ranger Derik on a 3 mile out and back hike as the sun goes down and learn about the wildlife that calls the Sonoran Desert home. Once the stars come out the blacklights turn on as we hunt for the...
Free with Park Fee