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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
42 events found.
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Join us in the Exhibit House for a discussion about our new exhibition, The Exotic Sublime: on plants, in the Main Gallery. This installment of The Exotic Sublime presents a contemporary florilegium of plant life in the Sonoran Desert. Plants of all shapes and sizes, from basin to range, survive across five seasons— they seed, climb, roll, spread, poke,...
Free with Admission
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Join us at MACH1 for Animation Studio to create your very own animation project! We'll have materials to make both a traditional 2D animation and fun objects and toys for you to use to create something in stop-motion, one frame at a time! Beginners welcome! This is a walk-in program for children and teens ages...
Free
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5 events,
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Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing nature and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different...
Free with Admission
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This 2 week intensive will explore two techniques in one project. We will combine Vitrograph murrini with the use of ceramic dam molds and glass strips to create unique compositions in Kilmformed glass. Each student will complete an original 6X6" art glass tile. All materials included (96 coe). Workshops are ineligible for refunds once purchased....
$101
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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2 events,
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Pleat, twist, bind, bunch, clip! Learn how to create a unique work of wearable art at this 1 day workshop. Using synthetic dye and simple resist techniques commonly found in shibori & bound resist (tie-dye) processes, participants will create one-of-a-kind silk scarves that are the perfect accessory in our desert climate. No experience necessary —...
$120
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1 event,
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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1 event,
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of...
Free with Admission
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2 events,
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of...
Free with Admission
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Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. It’s time to learn how to unlock your creativity at App Artist. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.
Free
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4 events,
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of imagination to construct a one-of-a-kind Thing-a-ma-jig! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Did you know you can paint with salt? Learn this Japanese watercolor technique of salt painting to create beautiful Koi Fish themed artwork. Make multiple prints and take them home! Presented by Yusuke Banno.
Free
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Have you ever wanted to make your own music? Join CodePHX and MACH1 for this 3-week program to code, compose, and customize your own songs! Together we'll learn about music through the coding language Python, using a free online coding program called EarSketch. We'll build coding skills like variables, constants, and functions. No coding or...
Free
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5 events,
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Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing nature and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different...
Free with Admission
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Intermediate glass blowing provides a venue for students to refine their skills at creating basic forms and adapt that knowledge to create original works. Weekly demonstrations will expose students to a broad range of techniques and a deeper understanding of the material. The curriculum is flexible, and demonstrations can be adjusted to address student goals...
$306
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of imagination to construct a one-of-a-kind Thing-a-ma-jig! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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4 events,
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Learn the basics of traditional “offhand” glass blowing. Work in teams to complete simple blown vessels and objects. Supplies are included. Bring drinking water and appropriate clothing– natural fiber fabrics (cotton, silk, linen, wool, leather), closed toe shoes. Note: this class is held in a shaded, outdoor area with hot equipment. The heat may not...
$306
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of imagination to construct a one-of-a-kind Thing-a-ma-jig! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Express yourself with our teens only STEAM-based makerspace program! Each month we will have different activities and challenges to choose. Make of the Month: Sewing; Challenge: Origami Ages 13 - 18
Free
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3 events,
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At Mission Garden, meet inside the front gate of the garden $10, Spots limited: Register Here Learn about some of the 50 medicinal plants in Mission Garden's Moore Medicinal Garden. The plants are native to the American Southwest deserts and in many cases have been used for millennia. Modern herbalists are keeping this tradition alive...
$10
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of imagination to construct a one-of-a-kind Thing-a-ma-jig! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Explore the art of folding paper! Learn the basics of folding technique and reading diagrams. Depending on student experience level and interest, activities may include folding easy flowers and animals to more complex designs, including modular origami models. Along the way, students can experience basic geometry concepts through hands-on activity. All materials provided by Tynkertopia. Dates:...
$35
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1 event,
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Stop by the Art Studio and make an Origami Flower Card for your Grandparents to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on September 8th! While in the Art Studio, use recyclables and a dash of...
Free with Admission
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1 event,
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Stone Intarsia describes a method of cutting and fitting together small pieces of stone to create unique designs primarily for setting in jewelry by showcasing the beautiful colors, patterns and...
$120
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1 event,
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Come enjoy a nutritious after school meal and stay for a fun activity. Tuesday is Tunes Day: Join us for games and activities that explore music, drumming and dance. This week, we are celebrating Monarch Butterfly Month! Come learn the incredible story of the Monarch Butterfly and sing with us as we create our own special butterfly songs....
Free
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1 event,
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Join MACH1 to draw, write, doodle, digitize, scan, code, and more in this 1-hour program as we explore art in its many forms with new topics every session. GIF your favorite lyrical catchphrase during our digital lab! Join us to immortalize your favorite line from a song using the free online software, Canva. Animate the lyrics...
Free
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4 events,
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Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing nature and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different...
Free with Admission
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Join us this week at Thursday Maker Hour: Tiny Orchestra. This month we are exploring music and sound. Join us this week to craft a tiny orchestra out of felt, fabric, and upcycled materials! We'll be making miniature models of many different instruments, and you'll have the chance to take yours home or add it to...
Free
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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 thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202
Free
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3 events,
Start your day with peaceful observation in the Garden. Explore documenting nature in multi-media sketching and words; learn to truly observe nature and practice presence. Instructed by Christin Quissell. This class will be held outdoors; please dress for the weather. All levels welcome. Materials provided. Garden admission included.
$34.95
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Learn how to create a uniquely designed tote bag at this 1 day workshop using simple resist techniques and thiox, a color removing chemical. We will learn how to use Thiox in order to strip color from a black tote bag, creating a “reverse” style of black and white tie dye. No experience necessary —...
$120
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Join MNA docents for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum of Northern Arizona’s collections inside the Platinum LEED certified, architectural masterpiece Easton Collection Center. Home to more than 800,000 objects, the ECC tour will enhance visitors’ understanding of the Native cultures of the Colorado Plateau and MNA’s role in research and conservation. 3:00 – 4:00 PM. $15 Non-members $10...
Free – $15
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3 events,
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Join us for a 90-minute walk around the Phoenix Zoo where we will learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting and capturing emotion. On our walk, we will cover how to photograph through fences, glass and foliage in addition to learning more about the Phoenix Zoo and the natural world. At the end of...
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Does your child love Squishmallows? Join us for a unique art experience where your child will receive a mystery 2” Squishville Mini-Squishmallow. Using upcycled materials your child will design, build, and paint a tree house for the newest member of their Squish-Squad! Mini-Squishmallow included! Age at least 6 yrs but less than 13 yrs, Mixed Sep...
$38
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2 events,
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Embark on a serene stroll through the mesmerizing Butterfly Conservatory as vibrant tropical butterflies flutter about to the soothing sounds of classical violin by musician Jonathan Levingston. Enjoy the harmonious fusion of nature and music in this unforgettable experience. This magical encounter is FREE WITH ADMISSION.
Free with Admission
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3 events,
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Intermediate glass blowing provides a venue for students to refine their skills at creating basic forms and adapt that knowledge to create original works. All students are required to previous glass blowing experience—either having taken beginning glassblowing one or multiple times, or several months of experience at other studios/schools. Students are encouraged to consult a...
$263
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Did you know the Chandler Public Library has a makerspace with a 3D printer, a laser cutter, and a fully-equipped recording studio? Curious about how to access the equipment? Come on in to the Downtown Chandler Public Library and see the equipment first-hand and learn how you can access the Makery Lab and the Makery...
Free
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2 events,
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Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. It’s time to learn how to unlock your creativity at App Artist. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.
Free
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5 events,
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Learn the basics of traditional “offhand” glass blowing. Work in teams to complete simple blown vessels and objects. Supplies are included. Bring drinking water and appropriate clothing– natural fiber fabrics (cotton, silk, linen, wool, leather), closed toe shoes. Note: this class is held in a shaded, outdoor area with hot equipment. The heat may not...
$263
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Join local origami artist, Charlie Humme, as he teaches us how to make some STEM-themed origami for SepSTEAMber! Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission.
Free with Admission
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Join MACH1 to draw, write, doodle, digitize, scan, code, and more in this 1-hour program as we explore art in its many forms with new topics every session. Calling all young graphic designers! Join us to create your very own concert or musical poster using the free online software, Canva. We'll be learning some design basics...
Free
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6 events,
Create a unique, textural necklace using pieces of dried cholla cactus skeletons, simple wire-working techniques and stone and glass beads. Instructed by jewelry artist Shari Keith. All skill levels are welcome.
$64.95
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Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing nature and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different...
Free with Admission
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Have you ever wanted to play your own mini recorder? Join us this week to learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad to create a penny whistle! Once you are done with your design, learn the ins and outs of our 3D printers and how to print your model or another model of your own design....
Free
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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 thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202
Free
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5 events,
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Start your day with peaceful observation in the Garden. Explore documenting nature in multi-media sketching and words; learn to truly observe nature and practice presence. Instructed by Christin Quissell. This class will be held outdoors; please dress for the weather. All levels welcome. Materials provided. Garden admission included.
$34.95
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Explore colors made from plants, bugs, and more with artist Rebecca Padilla. Learn the basics of natural dyeing, ethical harvesting, and sustainable color and dye your very own bandana or tote bag! Participants can also bring in an additional item to dye (as long as it is a natural fiber like cotton, silk, or wool)....
$89.95
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Bring a bestie or make it a date night and embark on a creative journey at Butterfly Brushstrokes. This expertly guided, delightful painting class promises an inspiring experience as each attendee crafts their very own “butterfly Picasso” masterpiece. All materials are provided in the price, ensuring a hassle-free and enjoyable session limited to 20 people....
$15 – $30
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7 events,
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Join NAU's Apex, Arizona Archaeology Project for a guided tour of a Depression-era logging camp along the Grand Canyon Railway and learn about historical archaeology in Arizona. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. The Tour will be outside of Tusayan, Arizona, but we will arrange a meeting place in Flagstaff. Reservations are required. LOCATION Meeting...
Free
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Teen Musician Mechanics takes place on Saturdays at 10:00 am in Camp Verde Community Library's Teen Library. TMM will be focused on the nuts-and-bolts side of musical instruments, in a literal sense: repairing, modifying, maintaining, and experimenting. From learning to restring a guitar, to repairing internal wiring, TMM will give newer players agency over their instrument and allow...
Free
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Study earthquakes and make your own fault map, play 'giant jenga' with water conservation tips, make a prehistoric game and identify artifacts, and create pictographs to take home at the 2024 Snook's Science in the Park! Have you ever looked at live native Arizona insects or interacted with a live raptor? The fun is endless...
Free
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4 events,
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Spend the morning hiking through the park with Ranger Derik as you learn about the bounty provided by the Sonoran Desert, the edible plants that can be found and about the native peoples that first harvested them. The hike will follow sections of the Overton, Clay Mine and Go John trails for 2 miles and...
Free with Park Fee
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Learn the history and the heritage of Arizona's oldest University. Follow our guides as they show you beautiful places and tell you fascinating facts about the growth and development of the University, and how it came out of the sands of the Sonoran Desert to become the jewel of Arizona! Tours start at the...
Free
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A day of exploration at Elden Pueblo including tours at 10am, noon and 2 pm, plus artifacts, interpretive excavations and a chance to try your hand with prehistoric hunting games. LOCATION Elden Pueblo EVENT TYPE Open House 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science! Download the app Each year, the Festival features...
Free
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3 events,
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Learn and explore the 3-dimensional side to metals while learning how to create containers, hollow forms, and sculptural work. Students will explore fabrication of vessels and sculptures utilizing metalsmithing techniques including soldering, forming, raising, and more. This is an intermediate level class. Students must have experience with metal fabrication and using a gas torch for...
$374
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Ladies sewing individual projects. Contact: Nancy Peterson or Marcia Davis 425-345-8680
Free
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Kids ages 6-12 years old are invited to join us for a special STEAM Club to honor Hispanic Heritage month! Sunset celebrates Contigo in style! Make music with maracas, assemble a skeleton, decorate a sugar skull, make tissue paper flowers and decorate a butterfly. STEAM Club invites kids each month to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on...
Free
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4 events,
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Celebrate some of southeastern Arizona’s most iconic birds in this fun all-levels pencil drawing class. We’ll learn some basic bird anatomy while using a variety of drawing techniques that help hone our skills of observation. Our subjects will include Gila woodpeckers, Phainopepla, and Gambel’s quail. Art materials not provided, please provide your own. Recommended art...
$24 – $30
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Does your child love Squishmallows? Join us for a unique art experience where your child will receive a mystery 2” Squishville Mini-Squishmallow. Using upcycled materials your child will design, build, and paint a tree house for the newest member of their Squish-Squad! Mini-Squishmallow included! Age at least 6 yrs but less than 13 yrs, Mixed Aug...
$38
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Join NPS archeologists and wildlife biologists for a fun-filled afternoon, screening for artifacts, identifying artifacts, and learning about the science that archeologists use every day. Learn about the bugs and insects that live in Walnut Canyon and why they play an important role in our ecosystem. LOCATION Bushmaster Park - East Side Ramadas EVENT TYPE...
Free
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5 events,
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Create your own mosaic garden or landscape scene with Mosaic Artist David Jarvinen. Using porcelain tiles we will work to identify the vegetation in the foreground and then switch to glass tile for the background. In between foreground and background is where all the magic happens–just like in the garden landscape! Design in an 8x10...
$139.95
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Learn to tie dye with natural and synthetic dyes! Participants will learn the basics of tying fabrics to achieve varied patterns and effects. T-shirts, socks, and bandanas for attendees to dye and take home will be provided! Presented by Yusuke Banno
Free
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Did you know that you can create art using code? Join MACH1 during a special 1-hour introductory program of Art Coders to code, create, and explore a free code art program. Past projects have featured programing colors, 2D and 3D shapes, digital paint brushes, video filter effects, animations and more. Produce your own original and interactive works of coded art!...
Free
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9 events,
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Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing nature and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different...
Free with Admission
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Get pro tips from fine art nature photographer Joanne West to turn butterfly snapshots into captivating photographs. You'll learn ways to use your camera settings and various lens perspectives to accentuate color, utilize different lighting conditions, freeze motion and achieve sharpness. The classroom presentation will be followed by private hands-on practice in the butterfly pavilion....
$41.95
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The science of good photography does not have to remain a mystery. Join this group of photographic artists wishing to make a statement with their art. Come, amateur photographers or professionals! Learn more about photography. Bring samples of your work, prints, or flash drive. We'll share and show them on a screen. It's fun! Meets the 3rd...
Free
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3 events,
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Explore relief printmaking inspired by the Sonoran Desert. Teaching artist Kenna Connelly will guide you from concept to finished print. Students will experiment with carving tools and inks, and leave with a finished print and a printed sketchbook. Garden admission included.
$64.95
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Learn to make art using plants and the power of the sun! Students will learn to compose and expose an anthotype, an ephemeral print made using the photosensitive qualities of plants. In this class we will be using turmeric and spinach to make unique postcards. Workshops are ineligible for refunds once purchased. Ages 16+ Sept....
$55
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Join us at Origami Club and learn how to fold beautiful paper art! All ages and levels welcome.
Free
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10 events,
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Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Gradual elevation gain is less than 100 feet. 2 miles on moderately loose wash sand. Restrooms and water available at trailhead. Limited shade and no benches. Trip duration under 2.5 hours. We will start from Oro Valley’s Honey Bee Canyon Park and will walk the wash to the north to...
Free
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Are you interested in learning to use the manual settings on your camera to take beautiful photos at Oracle State Park? Join us for our upcoming Photography Tour! On September 28 from 8:00-8:30 a.m., a knowledgeable photographer will lead a demonstration reviewing settings and compositional techniques for landscape and wildlife photography. Then from 8:30-10:00, visitors...
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Petrified Forest is best known for its Triassic fossils. It's like having two parks in one, an ecosystem over 200 million years old with plants and animals now represented in the surreal landscape of the Painted Desert. There is also a living park with its own denizens adapted to a demanding environment. The Painted Desert...
Free
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3 events,
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Join archaeologist Charlie Webber on a hike to archaeological sites around Dow Spring that reveal an amazing slice of history. For the 1.25 mile, hour long hike please bring water, appropriate footwear for rocky terrain, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. Reservation required. LOCATION Dow Spring Trailhead on Forest Road 131 EVENT TYPE Guided Tour/Hike ...
Free
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Learn about the history of science in Flagstaff by playing a cooperative adventure game. It's part scavenger hunt, part imagination, and part boot camp. It's a great way to learn about your town, make new friends, and get exercise. Come prepared to walk around downtown historic sites and learn how science shaped Flagstaff. Registration required....
Free
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Join us on the Mother Road Taproom patio for a unique event by the Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival, NAU Brewing & Fermentation Science Department, and Mother Road Brewing. Discover the connection between Shakespeare and brewing through short performances and expert explanations. Enjoy a special brew and AI-generated Shakespearean beer scenes! LOCATION Mother Road Brewery - Patio...
Free
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1 event,
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Come make a beautiful painting with salt and watercolors! Children of all ages are welcome! First come first serve, while supplies last.
Free
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3 events,
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. It’s time to learn how to unlock your creativity at App Artist. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.
Free
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Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Community Center present the Foothills Speaker Series: Southwest Rock Imagery Join us with Dr. Aaron Wright of Archaeology Southwest to explore petroglyphs and pictographs across the Sonoran Desert. Rather than simply asking what these images mean, Dr. Wright encourages attendees to consider what these images do. He will...
Free
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3 events,
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Join Cave Creek Museum for our first day of the 2024-2025 Season! Enjoy new and refreshed exhibits—we’ve been working hard all summer to bring to our community and visitors displays that will continue to share the history of Cave Creek, Carefree and the Desert Foothills area.
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Learn how to add a mid-century modern or contemporary flare to your home's landscape with desert and desert-adapted plantings, geometric hardscape elements and unique lighting ideas to bring a modern vibe to your outdoor spaces. We'll also look at some examples from a local neighborhood of Haver homes and local case studies. Bring a photo...
$34.95
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5 events,
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Ethical Wildlife Photography with Keith Wallace, Presented by Hunt’s Photo Join Keith for an educational journey from birding to creative backlight. Learn all the best practices for ethically photographing birds and wildlife, while gaining an understanding of storytelling through imagery. Keith is a bird and wildlife photographer based in tbe Pacific Northwest. His passion for...
Free
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Create various designs from an origami instructor. People of all skill levels are invited. First come first serve, while supplies last.
Free
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7 events,
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Friday, October 4, 9-11 a.m. In this class you will learn to locate and use specific camera settings on your iPhone to capture the beauty of the garden with artistic style. Learn new ways to achieve sharper focus and perfect exposure in different lighting conditions. Use the iPhone camera's macro and telephoto for unique closeups...
$41.95
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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The Great Arizona Puppet Theater will be coming to the desert this year! Create a wonderful day at the Desert Botanical Garden. Enjoy an award-winning puppet show and spend time exploring our trails and the Cactus Clubhouse—our special play area for children and caregivers. The Saguaro Hotel | October 4 | Performances at 9:30 and...
Free – $24.95
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8 events,
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At Mission Garden, meet inside the front gate of the garden $10, Spots limited: Register Here Learn about some of the 50 medicinal plants in Mission Garden's Moore Medicinal Garden. The plants are native to the American Southwest deserts and in many cases have been used for millennia. Modern herbalists are keeping this tradition alive...
$10
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Explore the heights of Spur Cross Conservation area on a hike up Elephant Mountain with Ranger Derik and learn about the plants, animals, history and cultures that can be found here. The hike to Elephant Mountain is rated as strenuous and will take on average 5.5 hours to complete. The trail will cover 8 miles...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us to celebrate the completion of the Rarámuri (Tarahumara) Rancheria at Mission Garden! A rancheria was a functional living and working space built by Indigenous people throughout southern Arizona and northern Mexico around the 1900s, including by the Rarámuri people of northern Mexico. Our exhibit is built with wood from an original Rarámuri rancheria—historic, hand-hewn...
Free
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2 events,
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The campus arboretum is home to a unique collection of desert-adapted trees from around the world. Some will be familiar, and others are exotic. All of them are beautiful. Join us to learn what they are, why they are here and how they are used in their native country. Tours start at the University...
Free
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Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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