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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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5 events,
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Join Ranger Kevin for a close-up look at some very small aquatic critters. Did you know that very small - often microscopic - aquatic animals can tell us a whole lot about the quality of the water in places like rivers, streams, lakes and ponds? Drop in on this Discovery Station to find out more,...
Free with Park Fee
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Teens ages 13-17, learn how to 3D print an object by observing a demo using 3D modeling software and a printer. Space is limited.
Free
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This support group meets once a month and is open to women recovering and coping with cardiac disease. Please note that this support group is for women ONLY. Thank you. Hello heart sisters! We are excited to offer a hybrid support group meeting with TMC for Seniors. You will have the option to attend the meeting either in-person at...
Free
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Visit our Geology Room and observe the cross section of Jerome and its geological evolution. Then head over to our craft table and create your own geologic sand pour inspired by those dioramas. Activity is available August 15-31, 2024 during regular park hours and is included with paid admission.
Free with Park Fee
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Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, chuckwallas, tortoises, and a Gila monster. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the...
Free with Park Fee
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Interested in learning about birding, but not sure if it’s right for you? Stop by Ranger Jacque’s table for a beginner’s intro to the birding world and desert birds. From hobbyists to extreme birdathon competitors, birding is a popular past time all over the world thanks to its relative ease and affordability. Yet for those...
Free with Park Fee
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Drop by the 10-lane boat ramp area, where Ranger Shaun will be talking about how to stay safe while playing on the lake this summer. We’ll be talking about boat/watercraft safety, the importance of personal flotation devices, and how to protect yourself from the summer sun and dehydration while out on the water. Let’s play...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Jacque as we uncover nature’s oddities and bizarre relationships between Sonoran Desert’s famous (and infamous) characters! Meet the Sonoran desert’s most bizarre and fascinating characters at this drop-in ranger table, where we’ll discover the surprising relationships and peculiar behaviors that define life in the wild. From unexpected partnerships to strange survival strategies, dive...
Free with Park Fee
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Have you ever wanted to learn about 3d printers? Come to the library to learn all about 3d printers, how they work, and what they can do! After the presentation stick around to watch a demonstration of a 3D printer at work!
Free
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3 events,
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Monsoon season has the power to transform the Sonoran Desert! The hot, dry desert suddenly springs to life after intense thunderstorms. At Monsoon Magic, you’ll learn meteorology and see the real critters that thrive in the summer rains. Program is free but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass....
Free with Park Fee
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Skulls, bones, furs, scales – what do clues left behind by desert creatures tell us about their ways of life? Join Ranger Olivia to find out. Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert with our educational table, “Skins and Skulls.” Discover the rich biodiversity of this unique ecosystem as we showcase what desert...
Free with Park Fee
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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 is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure,...
Free
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6 events,
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One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Sponsored by Vail School District. Audience: Younger audiences (7 and under) Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about Solar...
Free – $14
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Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Olivia will shed some light about which ones are really out to get you and which...
Free with Park Fee
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Have 3D-Printing questions? Want to learn how to use the 3D-Printers available at HeatSync Labs? Having trouble with your own 3D-Printer? Bring it in! Maybe we can help! Anything 3D-PRINTING goes!!! Sign up to get notices about events you're interested in. A liability waiver is required before using tools. Anyone under 18 must have a... |
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about black holes and astrophysics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children...
Free – $14
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5 events,
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From Earthly wonders to the farthest reaches of space, Flandrau's exhibits reveal the marvels of the universe. Visit the deepest seas, explore the rainforests, even go back in time! Experience immersive displays and hands-on educational activities! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs
Free – $14
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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12 events,
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert butterflies that can be seen along our park trails and how you can take part in the Maricopa County Parks Butterfly Monitoring initiative. Learn about desert butterflies with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session inside the Nature Center. See preserved specimens...
Free with Park Fee
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TMC for Seniors brings you a presentation on vestibular testing. We are excited to introduce our new in-person and online hybrid classes. When registering for the class below be sure to choose either in-person or online option. Attendance is limited for in-person classes. In most cases, if you’re unable to attend in-person class you can still watch online.
Free
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12 events,
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A self-care guide to naturally minimize allergy symptoms. Allergy season can be brutal and interfer with daily activities. Dr. Porter will guide you through self care practices and the use of natural substances to safely lower the effect of allergy season on you. You will breath better, think more clearly, and be able to enjoy the...
Free
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A fun, gorgeously animated fulldome show about cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, this dazzling film reveals how hydrogen and carbon formed in the universe and then brings it all back to us – we are made of stars! Audience: Younger audience, general, all ages Style: Fulldome film about physics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages...
Free – $14
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Got a burning question about the Sonoran Desert? Looking for your next trail recommendation? Want to know more about our amazing park system? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come meet Ranger Kevin from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions! Try to stump the Ranger! Impress your friends and enemies alike with your new-found knowledge! We’ll...
Free with Park Fee
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14 events,
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Monsoon season has the power to transform the Sonoran Desert! The hot, dry desert suddenly springs to life after intense thunderstorms. At Monsoon Magic, you’ll learn meteorology and see the real critters that thrive in the summer rains. Program is free but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass....
Free with Park Fee
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A Day FULL of FREE Fruit Tree Education… Click Here to Register for the Online Launch 4 Speakers, Several variety videos, Free Prizes, tree bundle pricing and virtually everything you need to know to successfully grow fruit trees in the low desert! ONLINE: Saturday, Sep 7th Starting at 9am am to 12pm Click...
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Have you ever wondered how you can help threatened species? Join Ranger Olivia to learn more about these species and how you can help save them! Come out on National Threatened Species Day to learn about some of the species that are threatened in Arizona, and how we can help these species make a comeback!...
Free with Park Fee
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4 events,
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One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Sponsored by Vail School District. Audience: Younger audiences (7 and under) Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about Solar...
Free – $14
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Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Which destination would you choose? This is the solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. Audience: Younger, general, all ages Style: Fulldome film about planets Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
Free – $14
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Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about black holes and astrophysics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children...
Free – $14
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After your morning hikes, cool off in the nature center at the discovery table and meet Ranger Jacque to ask about the diverse plants and animals found in the desert! Join Ranger Jacque at a drop-in ranger table with animals, artifacts, and plant materials with multi-faceted uses throughout time. The table will be located near...
Free with Park Fee
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Children 3-5 years old are invited to join us for age appropriate stories & activities that focus on developing early literacy skills. Our theme is “Animals.”
Free
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Join library staff and podcaster and M.D., Denise Millstine, to discuss fiction featuring health and medical topics. Listen to the podcast or read the book. Meets Mondays 9/9 AND 11/4 @ 5:30 @ CC. An intermittent, informal conversation on books featuring health and medical topics. Pair with the Mayo Clinic Read. Talk. Grow. podcast...
Free
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Interested in learning about birding, but not sure if it’s right for you? Ranger Jacque gives a beginner’s glimpse into the birding world in this introductory program. From hobbyists to extreme bird-a-thon competitors, birding is a popular past time all over the world thanks to its relative ease and affordability. Yet for those newly interested,...
Free with Park Fee
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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TMC for Seniors brings you a presentation on independence and aging. We are excited to introduce our new in-person and online hybrid classes. When registering for the class below be sure to choose either in-person or online option. Attendance is limited for in-person classes. In most cases, if you’re unable to attend in-person class you can still watch online.
Free
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7 events,
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TMC for Seniors brings you a presentation on balance. We are excited to introduce our new in-person and online hybrid classes. When registering for the class below be sure to choose either in-person or online option. Attendance is limited for in-person classes. In most cases, if you’re unable to attend in-person class you can still watch online.
Free
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From Earthly wonders to the farthest reaches of space, Flandrau's exhibits reveal the marvels of the universe. Visit the deepest seas, explore the rainforests, even go back in time! Experience immersive displays and hands-on educational activities! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs
Free – $14
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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13 events,
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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Got a burning question about the Sonoran Desert? Looking for your next trail recommendation? Want to know more about our amazing park system? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come meet Ranger Kevin from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions! Try to stump the Ranger! Impress your friends and enemies alike with your new-found knowledge! We’ll...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Olivia will shed some light about which ones are really out to get you and which...
Free with Park Fee
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8 events,
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In the “Placita” outside Mission Garden’s kitchen FREE and open to the public, for all ages Friday and Saturday, September 13-14th 9am-11am both days For September we are featuring pomegranates. Mission Garden has eleven different pomegranate varieties, including several heirloom Sonoran White Pomegranates, which are very distinct from the tart red ones available commercially. Come...
Free
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Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to Ranger Eric. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the White Tank Nature Center. Nearby there are live examples of a variety of cacti to see on the trail...
Free with Park Fee
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A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
Free
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23 events,
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Monsoon season has the power to transform the Sonoran Desert! The hot, dry desert suddenly springs to life after intense thunderstorms. At Monsoon Magic, you’ll learn meteorology and see the real critters that thrive in the summer rains. Program is free but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass....
Free with Park Fee
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In the “Placita” outside Mission Garden’s kitchen FREE and open to the public, for all ages Friday and Saturday, September 13-14th 9am-11am both days For September we are featuring pomegranates. Mission Garden has eleven different pomegranate varieties, including several heirloom Sonoran White Pomegranates, which are very distinct from the tart red ones available commercially. Come...
Free
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Bird Programs with volunteer Joe Ford in the Estrella Park Nature Center Classroom following the Bird Hike. Bird Program talk and Power Point Presentation with Joe Ford in the Estrella Park Nature Center Classroom following the Bird Hikes. Topics cover bird images, habits, maps, details and bird life. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
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8 events,
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What kinds of reptiles are endangered or vulnerable? How did they become endangered? Is there anything we can do to help? Learn how and why reptiles can go from a healthy population size to being scarce in the wild and what we can do to help protect them Ages 3+
$12 – $32
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How do we take care of rescued reptiles with medical needs? How would you take care of a tailless alligator? A three-legged lizard? Learn how our team provides special care for these animals and how these medical needs can be helped and prevented in the future. Ages 3+
$12 – $32
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One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Sponsored by Vail School District. Audience: Younger audiences (7 and under) Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about Solar...
Free – $14
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3 events,
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Children 3-5 years old are invited to join us for age appropriate stories & activities that focus on developing early literacy skills. Our theme is “Animals.”
Free
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TMC for Seniors and the Stroke Resource Center are excited to offer a stroke support meeting that meets once a month in both an in-person and online format.
Free
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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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10 events,
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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TMC for Seniors brings you a presentation on medication and fall risk. We are excited to introduce our new in-person and online hybrid classes. When registering for the class below be sure to choose either in-person or online option. Attendance is limited for in-person classes. In most cases, if you’re unable to attend in-person class you can still watch online.
Free
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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10 events,
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From Earthly wonders to the farthest reaches of space, Flandrau's exhibits reveal the marvels of the universe. Visit the deepest seas, explore the rainforests, even go back in time! Experience immersive displays and hands-on educational activities! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs
Free – $14
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your little ones! Children and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Please note: Space is limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE (both children and adults.)
Free
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14 events,
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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Join Ranger Olivia for a chance to learn the basics of the Sonoran Desert and answer any burning questions you might have. This is a casual drop-in program, that will have a variety of things that can be found in the desert for you to examine and learn about such as snake skins, tarantulas, bugs,...
Free with Park Fee
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Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert butterflies that can be seen along our park trails and how you can take part in the Maricopa County Parks Butterfly Monitoring initiative. Learn about desert butterflies with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session. See preserved specimens and photographs to help...
Free with Park Fee
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13 events,
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Got a burning question about the Sonoran Desert? Looking for your next trail recommendation? Want to know more about our amazing park system? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come meet Ranger Kevin from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions! Try to stump the Ranger! Impress your friends and enemies alike with your new-found knowledge! We’ll...
Free with Park Fee
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Dragonflies and their cousins, damselflies, are beautifully colored masters of the skies. This class introduces these insects, focusing on their diversity, life cycle, and habits. We will also talk about the basics for identifying them, so that students will be ready to head to the nearest wetland to observe them.
$24 – $30
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Learn from Ranger Eric about the amazing bat and vulture migration spectacles you can see at the nearby Wickenburg bridge from mid-September to early October! In gearing up for the “Bats and Buzzards on the Bridge” event on October 3 at the nearby Wickenburg pedestrian bridge, come by the Preserve and learn about the impressive migrations of...
Free with Park Fee
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24 events,
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Monsoon season has the power to transform the Sonoran Desert! The hot, dry desert suddenly springs to life after intense thunderstorms. At Monsoon Magic, you’ll learn meteorology and see the real critters that thrive in the summer rains. Program is free but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass....
Free with Park Fee
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When 8 – 9:30 a.m., Sept. 21, 2024 Learn about the various species of venomous reptiles that live on Tumamoc Hill with Desert Laboratory Community Outreach Assistant and President of the Tucson Herpetological Society Robert A. Villa. Located at the Boathouse at the base of the hill.
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Savor a serene hour, capturing the beauty of butterflies, birds, or reptiles through the camera lens. Join Butterfly Wonderland for an exclusive opportunity as Director of Animal Care & Entomologist Derek Kellogg stands ready to address inquiries about butterflies, plants, and the captivating rainforest ecosystem. At the same time, participants capture compelling images of one...
Free – $29.95
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9 events,
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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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One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Sponsored by Vail School District. Audience: Younger audiences (7 and under) Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about Solar...
Free – $14
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Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Which destination would you choose? This is the solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. Audience: Younger, general, all ages Style: Fulldome film about planets Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
Free – $14
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7 events,
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Children 3-5 years old are invited to join us for age appropriate stories & activities that focus on developing early literacy skills. Our theme is “Animals.”
Free
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In this interactive demonstration, participants will learn what horses eat, how horses sleep, and what are different kinds of horses? Tour a horse barn, discover real "horse whisperers," watch a riding demonstration, and interact with these wonderful animals up close. Wear shoes suitable for mud or dirt. No running or loud noises (can scare the...
Free
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Experience the captivating tales of individuals electrified by the historic launch of Sputnik in 1957! This pivotal event ignited the race to the Moon between the United States and the Soviet Union during the intense Cold War era. Many of these spirited youths grew up to become pioneering scientists, leading the charge in unraveling the...
Free
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18 events,
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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Join library staff for a science-based baby storytime with songs, knee bounce, finger plays and more. LOCATION Flagstaff Downtown Library Community Room EVENT TYPE Family Science Activities 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science! Download the app Each year, the Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all free, for the...
Free
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TMC for Seniors brings you a presentation on healthy eating and comfort foods. We are excited to introduce our new in-person and online hybrid classes. When registering for the class below be sure to choose either in-person or online option. Attendance is limited for in-person classes. In most cases, if you’re unable to attend in-person class you can still watch...
Free
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25 events,
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TMC for Seniors brings you a presentation on hernias. We are excited to introduce our new in-person and online hybrid classes. When registering for the class below be sure to choose either in-person or online option. Attendance is limited for in-person classes. In most cases, if you’re unable to attend in-person class you can still watch online.
Free
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From Earthly wonders to the farthest reaches of space, Flandrau's exhibits reveal the marvels of the universe. Visit the deepest seas, explore the rainforests, even go back in time! Experience immersive displays and hands-on educational activities! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs
Free – $14
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Join library staff for a science-based preschool storytime with stories, songs and more. LOCATION Flagstaff Downtown Library Community Room EVENT TYPE Family Science Activities 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science! Download the app Each year, the Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all free, for the community to enjoy...
Free
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22 events,
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
Free with Museum Admission
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Join library staff for a science-based toddler storytime with stories, songs and more. LOCATION Flagstaff Downtown Library Community Room EVENT TYPE Family Science Activities 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science! Download the app Each year, the Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all free, for the community to enjoy...
Free
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Children 18 months-3 years old are invited to join us for age appropriate stories & activities that focus on developing early literacy skills. Our theme is “Animals.”
Free
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17 events,
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After your morning hikes, cool off in the nature center at the discovery table and meet Ranger Jacque to ask about the diverse plants and animals found in the desert! Join Ranger Jacque at a drop-in ranger table with animals, artifacts, and plant materials with multi-faceted uses throughout time. The table will be located near...
Free with Park Fee
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Got a burning question about the Sonoran Desert? Looking for your next trail recommendation? Want to know more about our amazing park system? Come meet Ranger Kevin from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions! Try to stump the Ranger! Impress your friends and enemies alike with your new-found knowledge! We’ll also have a...
Free with Park Fee
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With shrinking water resources, it’s more important than ever to ensure that the landscape areas around our homes are using water efficiently. The majority of water usage occurs outdoors, which makes it the best place to look at ways to minimize our water use. In this class, author and horticulturist Noelle Johnson ‘AZ Plant Lady’...
$24 – $30
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Join Mr. Joe Ford of the Sonoran Audubon Society on a guided bird walk at the beautiful White Tank Mountain Regional Park on Saturday, September 28th. Please come dressed for an easy hike and don’t forget to bring plenty of water. The group will meet at 6:30 am on the South patio behind the Nature...
Free with Park Fee
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Monsoon season has the power to transform the Sonoran Desert! The hot, dry desert suddenly springs to life after intense thunderstorms. At Monsoon Magic, you’ll learn meteorology and see the real critters that thrive in the summer rains. Program is free but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass....
Free with Park Fee
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Join us for Neighbor Appreciation Day at Meteor Crater! Experience the best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth and immerse yourself in event activities like an exclusive full-rim tour, science trivia, photo opportunities, food and beverage specials, a short movie on the crater's history, and exploration of our Interactive Discovery Center with over 30 exhibits. Witness...
Free
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13 events,
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Join us for a presentation about the new wildlife drinker at the Fort Tuthill County Park, see game camera photos of wildlife at the drinker, then visit the wildlife drinker and see the final project in real life! LOCATION Fort Tuthill County Park - Home Ec Building EVENT TYPE Guided Tour/Hike Reservations Required: Reservations link...
Free
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oin us in the Children’s Garden as we learn about bees! We’ll buzz about, learn about bees, and honey, and create our very own bumblebee craft! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Visit the USGS to explore interactive displays and activities related to geology, geography, biology, hydrology, planetary science, and mapping - including a talk about updates from the Mars rovers! LOCATION USGS Flagstaff Science Campus - Shoemaker Building EVENT TYPE Open House 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science! Download the app...
Free
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2 events,
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Children 3-5 years old are invited to join us for age appropriate stories & activities that focus on developing early literacy skills. Our theme is “Animals.”
Free
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School is back in session and it is more important than ever to get back into a good sleep cycle. But bad habits are hard to break. Dr. Alexandra Porter will discuss tips about how to develop healthy sleep habits and explain what a good night's sleep really does for the body. Registration required 15...
Free
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11 events,
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The public is invited to view a collection of rocks and geodes from the collection of members of the Sedona Gem And Mineral Club. The display will be located in the front lobby area of the Sedona Public Library, until October 22. The Sedona Gem and Mineral Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the...
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Tucson Audubon is thrilled to partner with Victor Emanuel Nature Tours to offer an exclusive virtual preview of an extraordinary birding and wildlife adventure in Belize, scheduled for January 24th – February 3rd, 2025. Join Brian Gibbons and Donito Burgess for a virtual event that will transport you to one of the most inviting countries in Central...
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This virtual support group takes place on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Facilitator: Cynthia Holmes, PhD 520-307-8254 or [email protected]
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Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
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Join us Wednesday mornings at 10am for pre-school story hour. One of our volunteers will be reading a different nature-themed story every week, geared towards ages 5 and under. Children of all ages welcome! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Free – $10
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16 events,
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During October 2024, The Highlands Center and Prescott National Forest are partnering to offer a four-session miniseries focused on fire ecology and prescribed burns. Through this program, participants will be able to understand the basics of fire ecology, apply this knowledge towards supporting and creating defensible spaces in our communities, connect with and build relationships with our...
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Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Olivia to learn more about the herbivores that reside in our desert, and what they might eat in order to survive. Have you ever thought about what our desert herbivores eat, and what it might be like to only eat plants? This might be the program for you! While Herbivores and vegetarians are...
Free with Park Fee
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13 events,
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Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
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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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During September and October, a variety of raptors and other birds soar southward over Grand Canyon. Learn about their remarkable journey, and why we count them every fall. Presented by Hawkwatch International. NOTE: There is no vehicle parking at Yaki Point, please park at the visitor center and take the Eastbound Kaibab (ORANGE) Route shuttle to Yaki Point. Buses...
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...
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Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Free – $10
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9 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Free – $10
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During September and October, a variety of raptors and other birds soar southward over Grand Canyon. Learn about their remarkable journey, and why we count them every fall. Presented by Hawkwatch International. NOTE: There is no vehicle parking at Yaki Point, please park at the visitor center and take the Eastbound Kaibab (ORANGE) Route shuttle to Yaki Point. Buses...
Free with Park Fee
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One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Sponsored by Vail School District. Audience: Younger audiences (7 and under) Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about Solar...
Free – $14
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