Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Meet Up
Join us to start on the back patio of the nature center and observe and identify the various birds at our bird feeders. Then we will venture out on a...
Free with Park Fee
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Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for April 22, 2025
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Birding – Cienega Creek
A leisurely bird walk through the desert and riparian habitats at Cienega Creek Preserve. Cienega Creek is a nice birding with the opportunity to see birds of desert and riparian habitats. The possibilities are huge, as spring migration is in full swing. Sections of the trail are steep and rocky. Please carry water and wear...
$5.00
Northern Arizona University: “TIMBER! Northern Arizona’s Logging Legacy” Exhibit
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...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Earth Day Hike
Join Ranger Kevin for an informative Earth Day hike about the native plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. Today is Earth Day, and we’re celebrating the best...
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Going, Going, Green – Stewards of the Earth
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...
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Flower Paintings
Be inspired by artist Georgia O’Keeffe as you observe real flowers and paint them, just in time to celebrate Earth Day and the “Earth Day Expo” Event on April 22nd in the Children’s Garden!
Free with Admission
Yavapai County Free Library District: Earth Day – Take & Make Bird Feeder Cones
Earth Day 2025...Stop by Bagdad Library and grab your take & make kit to create your own bird feeder cone! Kits will be available during library hours and while supplies...
Free
Reid Park Zoo: Birding at the Zoo
Join Reid Park Zoo and Tucson Bird Alliance (formerly Tucson Audubon Society) for a guided bird walk through the zoo. Experience the zoo in a new way as we observe...
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Earth Day Expo
Join us in the Museum’s Children’s Garden on Friday, April 18th, and Tuesday, April 22nd, from 9:30am-1:00pm for some fun outdoor activities in celebration of Earth Day! Activities include: DIY...
Free with Admission
The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
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 and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
Free
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 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...
Free with Park Fee
Scottsdale Public Library: Flower Fun
Join exhibiting artist Lex Gjurasic for a talk and tour of the works in the gallery, followed by a craft workshop creating three-dimensional flowers. Space Limited. Collect a ticket at the Gallery@ The Library up to 30 minutes prior to the event. Join exhibiting artist Lex Gjurasic for a workshop and gallery talk. Participants will create...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Be a Citizen Scientist!
Stop by an information table where Ranger Kevin will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community. Ranger Kevin hosts a drop-in information table to get you on your way to becoming a Citizen Scientist using the free iNaturalist app that identifies and documents...
Free with Park Fee
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
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 / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
$20 – $25
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond
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...
Free – $14
Scottsdale Public Library: Springtime Florals Workshop
Celebrate Earth Day at the Library! Scottsdale Artists’ School will lead this free workshop on creating springtime florals in pastels. All materials provided. (ages 10-18 / 60 min) **Space is...
Free
Pima County Public Library: T.n.T. – STEAM
After school activities with a STEAM theme. Experience the possibility for something new; arts and science, math and tech. Just drop-in for a while and see what is in store....
Free
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
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...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club
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...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Afternoons at Ocotillo
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.
Free
Pima County Public Library: LEGO Club
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.
Free
Tempe Public Library: Code Club
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...
Free
Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Club
Do you love LEGOs? Join us for a random LEGO challenge or bring your own creativity to make your own LEGOcreation. LEGOs Provided!
Free
Tempe Public Library: Earth Day Gardening
Celebrate Earth Day by learning about sustainability and getting hands-on with eco-friendly gardening! Teens will decorate egg cartons, plant seeds, and discover creative ways to upcycle everyday items into mini gardens. This is a great way to reduce waste and give new life to items that might otherwise be tossed. Whether you're a seasoned plant...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Extreme Weather
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...
Free – $14
Phoenix Public Library: STEAM Activity!
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.
Free
Mohave County Library: STEAM Team
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
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Bloom Big For Earth Day! Jumbo Flower Craft
Join us at the Dewey-Humboldt Town Library for Earth Day! We invite you to create jumbo earth friendly flowers. Lets celebrate our planet with colorful blooms! All material will be...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Brick Builders
Bring your imagination and join us at MACH1 to create something fun with LEGOs or other types of bricks! Follow our themes and challenges or make your own. Creative thinking,...
Free
Pinal County Library District: Earth Day Bookmarks
Come hang out with us anytime between 5-7 and use scrap paper and other recycled materials to make bookmarks! Everyone of all ages is welcome! No registration required. All supplies...
Free
West Valley Astronomy Club: Moon and Star Party at the Georgia T. Lord Library
Join us to observe the Moon, Planets and Stars at the Library! This event is open to the public Telescopes provided by the West Valley Astronomy Club
Free
Maricopa County Library District: West Valley Astronomy Club Presents – STAR PARTY
The desert southwest is the ‘astronomy capital’ of the United States. Here the sky is always a source of spectacle, inspiration, and discussion. Astronomers and quality optical telescopes provide a...
Free