Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Walk
On this walk near the Nature Center, Ranger Nikki will lead the way as we look for birds and try to spot their homes camouflaged among the cholla cacti and...
Free with Park Fee
42 events found.
Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for June 18, 2026
National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower,...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird ID Basics – Indoor Presentation
Ranger Nikki will present a slideshow of common birds seen at Usery Park and in local suburban backyards. See some sample field guides and learn about birding apps that use...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk | Ranger Program
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
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
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Advanced Keepers Day Camp
Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is...
$50
Arizona State University: “Lights, Camera, Action!” The Engineering of Stop Motion
Bring characters to life by creating your own animation shorts! In the style of stop motion major feature films such as “Coraline” or “Kubo and the Two Strings”, students are...
$60
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Origami Shirts
Join local origami artist, Charlie Humme, as he teaches us how to make our very own origami collared shirts to celebrate Father’s Day! Make and share with the loved ones...
Free with Admission
National Park Service: Ranger Talk
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Free with Park Fee
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Hour
Master builders, assemble! We'll provide the LEGOs and lots of space. You bring your imagination and enthusiasm! For children, ages 5 and up. LEGO Hour is presented with funding from...
Free
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...
Free
Surprise Public Library: Fiber-art-a-saurus
Come in to learn weaving, sewing, and embroidery in this three-part series of dinosaur-inspired fiber arts! You will take home all of your creations at the end, and learn some...
Free
Buckeye Public Library System: Summer Reading Escape Room – Lost Artifact of Pompeii
Can you save a secret, vital recipe before Pompeii is lost to time? Ages 6 - 12
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: America 250 – Scales of the Southwest
Join Ranger Jacque for a special America 250 Lunch n' Learn! Explore the complex history and symbolism of desert reptiles in the American story, from revolutionary flags to Hollywood legends. ...
Free with Park Fee
Pima County Public Library: Makerspace Camp – Learn to use Cricut
Two-day camp program designed to teach the ins and outs of the Cricut software and hardware. Will take place on Thursday June 18th and Friday June 19th from 12-2pm both...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Meet the Critters
Have you ever dreamed of touching a tarantula? Or snuggling with a snake? Join us for an opportunity to do just that at this casual drop-in program where you'll meet...
Free with Park Fee
Surprise Public Library: Prehistoric Paper Pals
Get ready to have a roaring good time! Design and create a colorful paper dinosaur. All materials provided. Ages 6 - 12
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Heritage Park Zoo
Come see what the zoo brings for you to meet and touch. All Ages
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Unearth a Story – A 3D-Printed Miniature Painting Event
Miniature Painting Party & 3D Printing Demo. Drop in, pick a miniature—dinosaurs, cute animals, or sci‑fi figures—and paint with all Wilhoit Public Library‑provided supplies. The staff will offer quick tips...
Free
National Park Service: Critter Chat | Ranger Talk
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
Free with Park Fee
Scottsdale Public Library: Critter Fun with Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary
Get up close and personal with a variety of amazing Arizona reptiles! A trained volunteer will talk about reptile behavior, habitat, preservation and safety. Ages 5+
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Summer STEAM Time
Join us on Thursdays in June at the Library as we learn about the natural world through crafts and games. This program is suitable for ages 0-18.
Free
Tempe Public Library: Teen Thursdays – VR Exploration
Teens dig into something new every Thursday this summer! Each week brings a different experience, come hang out, explore, and discover something new! This week teens will explore using...
Free
Glendale Public Library: Kids Paint Party – Dinosaur Kingdom
Stomp, soar, and ROAR into creativity with our Dinosaur Kingdom Summer Reading Program painting class! 🦖🌋☀️ Young artists will travel back in time to a land of towering volcanoes, lush green jungles, and...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Hour
Master builders, assemble! We'll provide the LEGOs and lots of space. You bring your imagination and enthusiasm! For children, ages 5 and up. LEGO Hour is presented with funding from...
Free
Pinal County Library District: Titans
Get ready to unearth your inner inventor at Titans! This dino-mite program invites t(w)eens to explore the world of STEAM through fun, hands-on activities and creative challenges. From origami and...
Free
Cochise County Library District: STEAM Club
June 18- Leap into Science: Prehistoric Shadows Ages 6 - 17
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Dino-ramas!
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and create a dinosaur themed diorama! Bring your hands, creativity, and imagination as we provide the cut outs to create the dream environment for our...
Free
National Park Service: Geology Talk | Ranger Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and...
Free with Park Fee
Chandler Public Library: Unearth a Story – Prehistoric Plants
Travel back in time with us, before dinosaurs, when plants dominated the Earth. They weren't just green but also hungry! In this exciting, hands-on program, tween explorers will uncover the fascinating...
Free
Navajo County Library District: Dinomyte Lab – Geode Discovery
Come learn about geodes and crack open some fun! Ages 5 - 11
Free
Avondale Public Library: Nature Nerds
Explore nature and STEAM through hands-on adventures filled with fun experiments and creative projects. First come, first served. Supplies limited to 24 participants. Ages 6 - 12
Free
Pima County Public Library: Dino-rigami for Tweens and Teens!
Go back into the Jurassic and learn to fold an origami triceratops, pterodactyl, stegosaurus, and more. Then use markers to draw spots, stripes, eyes—whatever you want—on them. All material provided....
Free
Pima County Public Library: Tween and Teen Time Presents – Digging up Dinosaurs!
Be a paleontologist and a geologist! Check-out and examine “Gem Show” fossils & rocks, then practice removing “fossils” from chocolate chip cookies! Dig in the sand for a special ROCK...
Free
Buckeye Public Library System: STEAM
This program combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills with engaging hands-on activities. Each session offers interactive challenges to encourage creative thinking. Ages...
Free
Cochise County Library District: LEGO Club
Are you ready to build your dream home or a spaceship to blast off into the galaxy? Look no further because we have a pile of LEGO just waiting to...
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
Scottsdale Public Library: Virtual Reality Gaming
Drop in for fun with Virtual Reality gaming at the library! Ages 12 - 18
Free
Glendale Public Library: Tween LEGO Night
Build, create, and connect! Use our LEGO bricks to design your own creations while hanging out with other tweens. Enjoy a relaxed, creative space to socialize and have fun! Ages...
Free
Glendale Public Library: DIY Crystal Geode Skulls
Craft your own crystal geode skull in this hands-on workshop for teens aged 12 to 18. All materials will be provided for this program.
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Join Rangers Kevin and Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks,...
Free with Park Fee
Patterson Observatory: Free Observation Night
Public Night is held once a month on the Thursday nearest first quarter moon. Observing starts a half hour after sunset. The event is weather dependent and is canceled in...
Free