Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike
Enjoy a guided plant hike along one of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. Bring any questions you have about the plants that...
Free with Park Fee
24 events found.
Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for October 15, 2026
Scottsdale Public Library: Makerspace Lab Hours
Manifest your creations during open hours at the Civic Center Makerspace! Learn and use the available tools and equipment, arts and craft supplies or bring your own projects. This is...
Free
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Leaf Man Collage
Create a fall leaf collage inspired by Lois Ehlert’s Caldecott Honor book, “Leaf Man”! Ages 5 - 12
Free with Admission
Arizona Science Center: Homeschool Workshop – Teen Dissections – Cow Eyes
Join us for a month-long learning adventure with CAMP INNOVATION: Homeschool Unit Study - Teen Dissections, specially designed for homeschool students in grades 7-12! Taking place every Thursday in October...
$80
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station
Have you ever wondered, well anything about the saguaro cactus? Whether you have or not, come to this casual drop-in program where there will be information and live displays of...
Free with Park Fee
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
$20 – $25
Scottsdale Public Library: Owl Pellet Dissection
Learn about the role owls play in the ecosystem by dissecting real owl pellets! This hands-on learning experience will lead participants through examining and identifying the contents of their owl pellet: bones, fur, feathers, etc. Program is limited to 15 participants, so please see a staff member 30 minutes prior to the start of the program to...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Messengers of Time and Space
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to...
Free – $27
Pima County Public Library: Tweens – 3D Print & Paint
Drop in and see our Bambu 3D printer in action and paint your own 3D print! Supplies provided; no experience necessary. Ages 9 - 13
Free
Pima County Public Library: LEGO Club
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Free coloring sheets, puzzle sheets and bookmarks. LEGO Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Snack packs are provided! Ages 3 - 18
Free
Pima County Public Library: LEGO Lounge
Drop in and build your imagination brick by brick! Explore creative designs and challenges in our cozy LEGO Lounge. For ages 6 - 13
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond
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,...
Free – $27
Phoenix Public Library: Tween S.T.E.A.M
Projects are designed for ages 6 - 12 Explore! Create! Have fun! Each week brings a new S.T.E.A.M. project to make and explore. Hands-on projects provide a fun way to...
Free
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program
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 light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
$62.50 – $88.50
Glendale Public Library: DIY Flying Bat Mobile for Tweens
Tweens, ages 8-12, can celebrate Bat Appreciation Month with a fun, hands-on workshop! Participants will design and build their own bat mobile hangers while discovering cool physics concepts like tension,...
Free
Pima County Public Library: Code Club for Teens and Tweens – WTA Game Developer Club
Calling all Video Game fans between the ages of 10 and 18. You may play games like Roblox, Marvel Rivals, and Fortnite, but have you ever thought about making your own? Join us at Wheeler Taft Abbett Library and learn how to make your own video game! Make games, make friends, and have fun! Updated age...
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
Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources: Birding 101 – Birding for all Ages and Abilities
Are you new to birding? Need help getting started? Birding is a great way to get outside to explore nature, learn more about wildlife and wildlife behavior, hone your observation skills, reduce stress, and connect with others. Join naturalist Jeff Babson for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars available....
Free
Mesa Public Library: Teen Lifeline Presents – Stress and Coping
oin Teen Lifeline as they share their presentation on stress, understanding stress, what stressors are, and how to combat stress to build resiliency in yourself. Teens will discuss what healthy...
Free
Pinal County Library District: LEGO Club
Join us for an hour of brick-building fun at our LEGO Club for kids ages 7-12! We provide the LEGOs, you provide the problem-solving skills and imagination it takes to solve our fun challenges using only LEGO bricks! Engage in unique creative challenges using our vast LEGO collection and let’s build something amazing together! **Please...
Free
Maricopa County Library District: Cube Club
Calling all cubers and puzzlers. Are you ready for the challenge of the Rubik's cube? Whether you are just beginning to try it, you want help, or want to step...
Free
Arizona Science Center: Skyview Space Rock Band
Experience an unforgettable night inside the Dorrance DOME. Skyview combines original space-themed rock music with sweeping 360-degree planetarium visuals for a full sensory journey through the cosmos. Don't miss this...
$32.73 – $60.01
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
Lowell Observatory: Private Group Stargazing
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through...