We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Admission
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Join us in the Exhibit House for a discussion about our new exhibition, The Exotic Sublime: on plants, in the Main Gallery. This installment of The Exotic Sublime presents a contemporary florilegium of plant life in the Sonoran Desert. Plants of all shapes and sizes, from basin to range, survive across five seasons— they seed, climb, roll, spread, poke,...
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...
It's anything but basic! This Mini Maker Experience allows creative minds to build a science-themed keepsake to commemorate your Arizona Science Center visit. Children 8-13 must be accompanied by an...
Looking to explore something new with more time to create? This Mini Maker Experience gives creators the freedom to build beyond with expert help from our CREATE techs. Children 8-13...
Learn a new skill with expert coaching from our CREATE techs! This Mini Maker Experience dives into a specific creative area and allows plenty of time for your ideas to take form. Children 8-13 must be accompanied by an adult. Completion times are estimated. We invite you to stay however long you'd like to create! $45...
Join us for afternoon kids activities--playing tabletop games, doing crafts, exploring STEAM activities and more! This program is supported by Friends of the Phoenix Public Library.
Let’s play with LEGO and DUPLO bricks! Every Tuesday we’ll build something with a different theme every time. Don't worry - there's plenty of room to freestyle as well. Show off your creativity and have some fun! There is no registration, however we are limited to up to 50 people in the room at a time.
Ready to learn the basic skills you need to navigate the computer? At Computer Prep Club, students will learn the basics of keyboard shortcuts, mouse control, and web navigation tailored specifically to kids. Participants will need to know the alphabet and the basics of reading. This program is for kids ages 6-11 who would like to learn keyboard...
Something different for kids every week at your Vista Grande Public Library Makerspace. Art classes, building days, and more! Program is intended for kids ages 6-12. Children under the age...
Come join us at Cholla library for a STEAM activity! Each week kids complete a project with a Science, Technolgy, Engineering, Art or Math twist.
Join us for a game of chess or building with LEGOs.
LEGO Club for ages 8 - 12
Join us for open garden hours. Help us tend to the Valencia garden, do something crafty or just sit and read with the plants. All ages welcome. No registration required
Join Ranger Derik on a scorpion hunt in the park after dark and learn about the life’s of the nocturnal animals that call the desert home. The Hike will follow the beginning section of Goat camp trail as it follows a wash. The Trail is rated as moderate so expect rocky and sandy trail for...