Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history. Visitors can trace the story of the region’s forests, from the ancestral environmental care practices of the region’s Indigenous communities to the founding of the...
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Make a frog puppet that catches flies in the Art Studio this week!
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
It’s Going, Going, Green! Month, let’s learn about being good stewards of the earth! Visit Star Bar on the 2nd floor to learn about recycling in Phoenix, what to do with your recyclables, tips on composting and how to help animal habitats with a fun matching game. Make sure all the animals go to the right home!...
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
It’s Discovery KIDchen day! Join the Garden Specialist in the KIDchen for a hands-on STEAM activity! Today we’ll use the scientific method to learn about oil spills and why it’s important to take care of our natural resources!
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are...
Students of any age (parents please supervise if under 5yrs) come after school to build something out of LEGOs with other kids or teens your age. Free, LEGOs provided (please leave your own LEGOs at home). Follow a design idea or invent your own! You may stay for a bit or the whole time. Ok...
Come meet new friends and have fun building with LEGOs. Ready to hit the road, sky, or sea? Whether you're building a race car, a flying plane, or a futuristic transport system, this month is all about transportation! Participants ages 6-12 can complete the challenges or free build their dream vehicles. Let’s roll, fly, and...
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.
Do you love LEGOs? Join us for a random LEGO challenge or bring your own creativity to make your own LEGOcreation. LEGOs Provided!
Want to learn some code? Code Club meets weekly to explore a variety of different computer programming languages and logic. Coding experience is not required. Beginners are welcome. No registration required. The first class will primarily focus on getting all participants set-up with a Code Learning Account, which will be used for the entire Spring...
Which screwdriver should I use? In this set of four classes, children will learn how to select the best available hand tool for the task. They will learn techniques to...
Weather has always been one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet, but now it’s intensifying in varied and complex ways. Extreme Weather takes us to the frontlines where few have gone. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about natural disasters Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
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.
Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public. Ages 5 - 11
You’ll become a nature detective after taking this NEW class at Tynkertopia! You’ll learn how water moves through the Earth, how plants grow, and what makes forests so special. Through fun activities and experiments, you’ll explore how the planet works and discover how you can help take care of it. Dates: April 8, 15, 22, 29...
Attention: Juniors and up! Get ready for a thrilling adventure and some chilly treats at our Liquid Nitrogen Party! Experience the magic of science as we dive into the fascinating world of extreme temperatures and explosive experiments. We will flash freeze everyday objects in seconds, whip up creamy treats, and create an incredible explosion. Sound...