Calling All Young Architects and World Explorers! Are you ready to embark on a global adventure — all within the exciting world of Minecraft? In this immersive class, students will travel...
Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and...
Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? The thunderstorms of Tucson’s monsoon have the power to transform the Sonoran Desert during Arizona’s fifth season: the wet summer! Monsoon Magic...
Join Ranger Nikki to celebrate National Public Lands Day and enjoy a morning of health and wellness as you walk through the desert and get to know some of the...
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a peaceful walk that includes meditation and nature-inspired art to help you relax, create, and reconnect with nature. Led by Ranger Jacque. Celebrate National...
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along...
Join us at Meteor Crater for our annual Neighbor Appreciation Day on Saturday, September 27th! As a 'thank you' to our Northern Arizona community, we offer free admission. Explore one...
Reid Park Zoo and the Erik Hite Foundation are partnering to honor our hometown heroes who protect our community. First responders — firefighters, EMT’s, members of the police, ATF, correction...
The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day...
Featuring five local authors and their books to engage children. This filmed series can be enjoyed at home with your child before bed or at anytime. We are proud to...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...
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...
Come take a hike and learn about the history and importance of public lands as well as some of the cool volunteer opportunities at the Lake and other Maricopa County...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open...
Take a guided tour of the Lava River Cave and hear about its origin and processes that form interesting features found in a lava tube. Bring at least two light...
The Mission Garden acequia (irrigation canal) runs through the garden, mirroring an ancient canal once used by Hohokam farmers. Soon after we installed the acequia, dragonflies and damselflies returned to...
The Harvest Festival in partnership with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office and NACA's Lasting Indigenous Family Enrichment Program at the Hal Jensen Garden tour stop. This harvest festival will...
It’s SepSTEAMber! Head to BlockMania on the 1st floor and engineer your own creations with PVC pipes and connectors! From ladders and mazes to forts and tunnels, kids will explore...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Join Ranger Jacque to discover some of the recreation opportunities found within Maricopa County Parks and celebrate National Public Lands Day! National Public Lands Day is an annual event that...
Join National Park Service archeologists and biologists on National Public Lands Day (free entrance) to learn about Walnut Canyon's natural and human history. Try your hand at throwing at an...
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,...
Visit the Museum of Northern Arizona and enjoy exploring hands-on science activities for all ages, many related to the Shifting Life Zones exhibition. The Arizona Science Center and Meteor Crater...
The STEMusic Concert is a high energy concert full of songs and lessons all about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Children will have a change to watch live experiments, practice...
Come to the Mesa Express Library for a high-flying engineering challenge inspired by the true story of parachuting beavers! In this hands-on STEM event, kids will design and build protective...
Join us for this hands-on, fun program where we’ll create some crunchy slime - also known as floam! Perfect for older children between the ages of 6-12. Supplies and seating are...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Free coloring sheets and bookmarks. LEGO Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social...
Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and...
Dive into the fascinating world of bison with a 30-minute presentation from wildlife experts at Raymond Wildlife Area! Learn about the vital role bison play in the ecosystem, their conservation...
Learn about the Hassayampa River Preserve and the other Maricopa County Parks at this table display with Ranger Eric. In honor of National Public Lands Day, stop by to learn...
Grand Reopening for Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop A representative from Liberty Wildlife will talk about the services they provide, including quality wildlife rehabilitation, environmental education and conservation services for the community....
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through...
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn...
We are all Scientists! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore...
Start Coding at Your library! We will guide you through some fun projects showing how to build a better world through coding! This program is for 10-18 year olds. Please...
From towering dinosaurs to the mighty Pleistocene megafauna, large animals have long influenced the balance and function of ecosystems. Their extinction not only reshaped the natural world--it also had unexpected...
Like to Sew? Want to learn? Learn to sew and come and enjoy sewing with others. Projects are prepared for those who wish to learn to sew.
Explore the wonders of science through interactive activities designed to spark imaginations of all ages. From the mysteries of the universe to the marvels of the natural world, dive into...
Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you embark on an oceanic safari of the world’s most vibrant— and endangered—marine ecosystems. Narrated by Tony Award® winner Lea...
Let’s play with LEGOS! Every Saturday you can build something new. Show off your creativity and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) skills and have tons of fun! ¡Juguemos con LEGOS! Cada sábado...
Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building.
Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building.
Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop in to our self-guided makerspace where we learn by doing. Explore creative hands-on ways to design, experiment, and make. All materials provided, just...
Visit Palo Verde for an hour of LEGO brick building! Participants can take on a LEGO challenge, follow a theme, or assemble their own creations! Program held every Saturday from...
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations,...
Families become space engineers as they rotate through hands-on stations to design, test, and imagine life on the Moon and Mars. From constructing habitats and powering space outposts to surviving...
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
The Star Party will feature a guest speaker with telescope viewing through the Winslow Homolovi Observatory's Moore Telescope (Celestron 14" Schmidt-Cassegrain) to follow the presentation. Night sky targets will be...
A star party is a magical evening of celestial exploration, perfect for curious minds of all ages! Enjoy twilight talks--short, engaging presentations by astronomers who share fascinating facts about the...
Join Ranger Olivia and the International Dark Sky Discovery Center for a fun night of stargazing in observation of National Public Lands Day. National Public Lands Day is an annual...