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
8 events found.
Arts, Culture & Social Science
Events for February 12, 2026
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Hidden Smiles
Head to the Art Studio to discover the science behind the magic—and the importance of brushing! Use white crayons to draw a hidden tooth, then reveal your design with watercolor paints as wax and water resist each other. Just like plaque we can’t always see, this activity shows how hidden layers can affect our teeth—and...
Free with Admission
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: More Noteworthy & Notorious Arizonans – Educational Hike
Join a City of Scottsdale historian on anther storytelling hike about influential Arizonans such as Mr. Scottsdale, a supreme court justice, the godfather of shock rock, the snake lady, the first female state senator and suffragette, and an Indian/non-Indian artist. All six have interesting tales behind their local or state history. 3 miles over about...
Free
Mesa Public Library: Vinyl Cutting – Tote Bag Design
Learn to use THINKspot’s vinyl cutting machine to create a custom design for a tote bag. Supplies for this craft will be provided. A cricut heat press will be used...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Digital Art Lab – Valentine’s Day GIFS in Canva
Join MACH1 in the Children's Department for Digital Art Lab. In this program participants will learn how to make a short-loop animated Valentine's card in the free program, Canva. Learn some tips and tricks to make your animation pop in this hour-long class. This program is for children and teens ages 8-17. Space is limited...
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
City of Chandler: Myths and Legends of the Sonoran Desert
Uncover the mysterious heart of the Sonoran Desert through the myths, legends, and lore that have shaped its past and present. From ancient Native American creation stories to eerie ghost tales of the Wild West, this lecture dives into the rich tapestry of stories tied to this iconic landscape. Ages 16+
$7 – $10