Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike
Join Ranger Nikki for an early morning hike to watch the desert start the day. Join Ranger Nikki on a 3-mile easy to moderate hike to enjoy the sights and...
Free with Park Fee
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Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for August 29, 2024
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Quiet Hour
Feel inner peace outside in this guided 4-step process led by Ranger Jacque. Would you like a break from noise and stress and a new way to enjoy nature? The...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike
Start off the morning with a 2.3-mile hike surrounded by beautiful desert mountains as you learn about the native plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. Hike with...
Free with Park Fee
Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who...
Free with Admission
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Geologic Sand Pouring
Visit our Geology Room and observe the cross section of Jerome and its geological evolution. Then head over to our craft table and create your own geologic sand pour inspired...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – San Tan Critters
Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including...
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden
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
Free with Admission
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Birding Basics
Interested in learning about birding, but not sure if it’s right for you? Stop by Ranger Jacque’s table for a beginner’s intro to the birding world and desert birds. From...
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
Tohono Chul: Curator’s Talk THE EXOTIC SUBLIME | on plants
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...
Free with Admission
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,...
Free – $25
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures
Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. It can seem like everything in the desert...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona Science Center: CREATE – Basic Build
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 adult. Completion times are estimated. We invite you to stay however long you'd like to create! $8 | 15-20 Minute Estimated Completion Time | Ages 8+...
$8
Arizona Science Center: CREATE – Mid-Make
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 must be accompanied by an adult. Completion times are estimated. We invite you to stay however long you'd like to create! $25 | 30-40 Minute Estimated Completion...
$25
Arizona Science Center: CREATE – Creative Challenge
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...
$45
Maricopa County Library District: Library Robotics
Are you interested in learning more about technology and robotics? Join us at the library to test out different robotics kits! Meet robots such as BB8, Ollie, Ozobot, and more!
Free
Surprise Public Library: Teen and Tween S.T.E.A.M.
Come explore hands on S.T.E.A.M. activities at the Asante Library where we’ll investigate all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Ages 10 - 18
Free
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...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: LED Insects
Join us this week at Thursday Maker Hour: LED Insects to create an LED Insect! We'll be creating different types of insects usings craft supplies and LED bulbs to light them up! ...
Free
Buckeye Public Library System: STEAM
STEAM is science, technology, engineering, art, and math all wrapped into one. STEAM combines subjects that are known to increase critical thinking and problem-solving skills through fun and unique hands-on...
Free
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
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...
Free
Pima County Public Library: Open Garden Hours at Valencia Library
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
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and...
Free with Park Fee
HeatSync Labs: Laser Cut Box Making
Come make a box! In this class we will help you use box generating tools to customize and cut a box for yourself (or someone you know) on the laser...
$25 – $40
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bug Theater
Join Ranger Shaun, once again, for a night at BUG THEATER! Come on down, intrepid amateur entomologists, for another round of Bug Theater. Learn how to construct a light trap,...
Free with Park Fee