Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew
Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown
Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo and Beyond
Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix
Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – Who’s Who in the Zoo?
Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Take & Make Kit – Leaf Rubbings
Flagstaff City - Coconino County Public Library - East Flagstaff Community Library 3000 N. Fourth St. Suite 5, Flagstaff
Engineering for Kids: Physics Camp – Motion, Magnets, and Energy / OSMO Adventures in Augmented Reality
Sky Zone Peoria 9040 W. Larkspur Dr. #134, Peoria
Engineering for Kids: Everything is Awesome – LEGO Stop Motion / World Hacker – Minecraft Modding
Sky Zone Peoria 9040 W. Larkspur Dr. #134, Peoria
Engineering for Kids: Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics / Wildlife Engineering – Build & Explore
Sky Zone Scottsdale 4857 E. Greenway Rd. Suite A, Scottsdale
Engineering for Kids: VEX Robotics BattleBots / 3D Game Design with VR / AR
Sky Zone Scottsdale 4857 E. Greenway Rd. Suite A, Scottsdale
Engineering for Kids: Strawbees Robotics / LEGO Junior Robotics – Simple & Powered Machines
Mavrix Entertainment 9139 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale
Engineering for Kids: Marble Mania Physics Camp / STEM Buccaneers – Pirate Engineering Camp
Jake's Unlimited 1830 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa
Engineering for Kids: LEGO Spike Prime Robotics / Digital Directors – Filmmaking Camp
Jake's Unlimited 1830 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa
Engineering for Kids: Botzee Robotics – Build, Code & Play / Aerospace Engineering Flight Camp
Uptown Jungle Mesa 5741 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa
Engineering for Kids: Flight Lab – The Science of Drones / Minecraft Artemis – Space Exploration Camp
Uptown Jungle Mesa 5741 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa
City of Chandler: Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO Camp – GAME ON LEGO CAMP
Tumbleweed Recreation Center 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
Saguaro National Park Tucson
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Advanced Volunteer Camp
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Junior Reptile Encounters Camp
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix
OdySea Aquarium: Junior Marine Biologists – Care & Conservation
OdySea Aquarium 9500 E. Vía de Ventura Suite A-100, Scottsdale
Engineering for Kids: eSport Gamer – Super Smash Bros. Edition
Octane Raceway Scottsdale 9119 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale
Reid Park Zoo: Adventures of Growing Up Summer Camp
Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Build It!
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., PhoenixMeteor Crater Education Alliance: Odyssey Camp – Summer Building Bash
Flagstaff Science Center at Moonshot 2225 N. Gemini Dr. Suite E12, Flagstaff
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
The University of Arizona Steward Observatory 933 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
GenTech: Radical Robots – Battle Bots Advanced
GenTech Support 402 E. Greenway Pkwy. UNIT 21, Phoenix
GenTech: Radical Robots – Battle Bots Advanced
Pure Heart Church Peoria 7569 W. Greenway Rd., Peoria
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
Tucson Medical Center: Breastfeeding Support Group
Tucson Medical Center 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson
Pima County Public Library: Venomous Reptiles of Arizona
Pima County Public Library - Oro Valley Library 1305 W. Naranja Dr., Oro Valley
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Children’s Museum Tucson: Brain Boost Monday
Children's Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., Tucson
Meteor Crater Education Alliance: Odyssey Camp – Mad Science Mayhem
Flagstaff Science Center at Moonshot 2225 N. Gemini Dr. Suite E12, Flagstaff
National Park Service: Saguaro Science Corner (East District)
Saguaro National Park Tucson
Navajo County Library District: Cancer Support Group
Navajo County Library District - Show Low Public Library 181 N. 9th St., Show Low
The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building 1215 E. Lowell St., Tucson
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Pima County Public Library: Computer Basics by Literacy Connects
Pima County Public Library - Eckstrom-Columbus Library 4350 E. 22nd St., Tucson
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Spiral Art & Design
Chandler Public Library - Sunset Campus 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
Flagstaff City - Coconino County - Downtown Public Library 300 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff
National Park Service: Sunset Talk – Ranger Program
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
Yavapai County Free Library District: Seligman Savvy Sprout Society
Yavapai County Free Library District - Seligman Public Library 54170 N. Floyd St., Seligman
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Mesa Public Library: Nutrition for the Family
Mesa Public Library - Red Mountain Branch 635 N. Power Rd., Mesa
Pinal County Library District: Preschool University
Pinal County Library District - Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
Mohave County Library: Adults Bring Your Own Device Computer Class
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building 1215 E. Lowell St., Tucson
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Yavapai County Free Library District: Plant to Plate Gardening Series with the Master Gardeners
Yavapai County Free Library District - Paulden Public Library 16 W. Big Chino Rd., Paulden
Pima County Public Library: Nature Colors
Pima County Public Library - Quincie Douglas Library 1585 E. 36th St., Tucson
Maricopa County Library District: Tween – CD Spinners
MCLDAZ - Litchfield Park Library 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park
Maricopa County Library District: Wood Burning for Adults
MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert
Children’s Museum Tucson: Wee Grow
Children's Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., Tucson
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand CanyonSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – Free Welcome Jamboree
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra Vista
Butterfly Wonderland: Whimsical Wings
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Create & Explore the Natural Homes of Animals!
Chandler Public Library - Basha Campus 5990 S.Val Vista Dr., Chandler
Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Club
MCLDAZ - El Mirage Library 14011 N. 1st Ave., El Mirage
Mohave County Library: STEAM Team
Mohave County Library - Bullhead City Branch 1170 East Hancock Rd., Bullhead City
Navajo County Library District: LEGO League
Navajo County Library District - Holbrook Public Library 403 S. Park St., Holbrook
Pima County Public Library: Tree Care 101
Pima County Public Library - Valencia Library 202 W. Valencia Rd., Tucson
Surprise Public Library: Discovery Book Club
Surprise Public Library - Asante Library 16755 W. Vereda Solana Dr., Surprise
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
Flagstaff City - Coconino County - Downtown Public Library 300 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green ValleySouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – W1 Carr Canyon Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – W2 Garden Canyon Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra Vista
Tucson Bird Alliance: Sweetwater Wetlands Birding
Sweetwater Wetlands 2511 W. Sweetwater Dr., TucsonSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – WF1 Chiricahua Mountains/Cave Creek Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – WF2 California Gulch and Santa Cruz Valley Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – W3 Patagonia/Sonoita Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – W4 Madera and Box Canyons Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – W5 Hummingbird Hunt Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – W6 San Pedro House and River Walk Field Trip
San Pedro House 9800 Highway 90, Sierra Vista
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
Butterfly Wonderland: Senior Social
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
Saguaro National Park Tucson
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
The University of Arizona Steward Observatory 933 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
Petrified Forest National Park 1 Park Rd, Petrified Forest National Park
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
Pima County Public Library - Quincie Douglas Library 1585 E. 36th St., Tucson
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Avondale Public Library: STEAM Playdate at Civic Center Library
Avondale Public Library - Civic Center Library 11350 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale
Yavapai County Free Library District: Full STEAM Ahead!
Yavapai County Free Library District - Dewey - Humboldt Town Library 2735 S. Corral St., Humboldt
Maricopa County Library District: Apple iPhone Help Table
MCLDAZ - Sun City Library 16828 N. 99th Ave., Sun City
Mesa Public Library: Computer Skills Training
Mesa Public Library - Dobson Ranch Branch 2425 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa
Avondale Public Library: More2Explore
Avondale Public Library - Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library 495 E. Western Ave., Avondale
Glendale Public Library: Animal Adaptations – Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary
Glendale Public Library - Foothills Library 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale
Pima County Public Library: Community Mental Health and Addiction Resources
Pima County Public Library - Martha Cooper Library 1377 N. Catalina Ave., Tucson
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club
Yavapai County Free Library District - Cottonwood Public Library 100 6th St., Cottonwood
Pima County Public Library: Code Club
Pima County Public Library - Murphy-Wilmot Library 530 N. Wilmot Rd., Tucson
Yavapai County Free Library District: DROP IN TECH
Yavapai County Free Library District - Dewey - Humboldt Town Library 2735 S. Corral St., Humboldt
Scottsdale Public Library: Full STEAM Ahead – Pendulum Painting
Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center Library 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale
Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
Pima County Public Library - Woods Memorial Library 3455 N. First Ave., Tucson
Pinal County Library District: Sewing
Pinal County Library District - Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction
National Park Service: Sunset Talk – Ranger Program
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand CanyonSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – WN1 Blacklight Adventure Field Trip
Carr House Information Center Carr Canyon Rd., Hereford
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green ValleySouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T1 Carr Canyon Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T2 Las Cienegas NCA Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T3 Scotia Canyon Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T6 Ramsey Canyon Field Trip
Ramsey Canyon Preserve 27 E. Ramsey Canyon Rd., Hereford
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Reptile Walk
White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., WaddellSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T4 Coronado National Memorial Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T5 Lake Cochise and Pinery Canyon Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra Vista
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Beginning Birders’ Hike
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, WickenburgSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – T8 Butterflies and Dragonflies of the Sierra Vista Area Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra Vista
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
Petrified Forest National Park 1 Park Rd, Petrified Forest National Park
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Thunderstorm Thursdays
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek
Butterfly Wonderland: Storytime with Critter Visit
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
Navajo County Library District: STEAM Science Art – Watermelon Explosion
Navajo County Library District - Pinetop-Lakeside Library 1595 Johnson Dr., Lakeside
Pima County Public Library: Desert Dangers
Pima County Public Library - Joyner-Green Valley Library 601 N. La Canada Dr., Green Valley
Museum of Northern Arizona: Explore More Fossils
Museum of Northern Arizona 3101 N. Fort Valley Rd., Flagstaff
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Maricopa County Library District: Gilbert Career Fair
MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch and Learn – World Ranger Day
Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ask A Ranger (World Ranger Day)
Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown
Maricopa County Library District: Android Phone Help Desk
MCLDAZ - Sun City Library 16828 N. 99th Ave., Sun City
Glendale Public Library: Construct-O-Mania
Glendale Public Library - Velma Teague Library 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
Mohave County Library - Kingman Branch Library 3269 N. Burbank St., Kingman
Avondale Public Library: STEAM Lab at Civic Center Library
Avondale Public Library - Civic Center Library 11350 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
Science Vortex 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood
Buckeye Public Library: STEAM
Buckeye Public Library System- Downtown Branch 310 N. 6th St., Buckeye
Arizona Technology Council: Q3 VIP TECH MIXER – HOSTED BY ILLUME, SECOND SKY AND CREATIVE MACHINES
Second Sky at Creative Machines 4141 E. Irvington Rd., Tucson
Pima County Public Library: Windows More Resources
Pima County Public Library - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson
Tucson Medical Center: Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group
Tucson Medical Center 5301 E. Grant Rd., TucsonSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – TP1 Blacklight Adventure Field Trip
Carr House Information Center Carr Canyon Rd., Hereford
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bug Theatre
Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave CreekSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – F1 Chasing Rarities Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – F2 Warblers and Flycatchers Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – F3 Miller Canyon Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – F4 Fort Huachuca Canyons Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – F5 Hummingbird Hunt Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – F6 San Pedro River Trails Field Trip
Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast 8933 S. Yell Ln., Hereford
City of Chandler: Northern Arizona National Monuments Tour
Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler
Tucson Botanical Gardens: $5 Fridays
Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
The University of Arizona Steward Observatory 933 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson
Yavapai County Free Library District: Sewing Class
Yavapai County Free Library District - Ash Fork Public Library 450 W. Lewis Ave. Suite 1, Ash Fork
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Little Learners’ STEAM Time
Science Vortex 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood
City of Chandler: Active Adults Brains and Balance Training
Tumbleweed Recreation Center 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler
Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University: Take Flight Summer Camp [Golf]
Embry - Riddle Aeronautical University 3700 Willow Creek Rd., Prescott
Maricopa County Library District: Master Gardener Presents – Propagation and Grocery Store Hacks
MCLDAZ - Georgia T. Lord Library 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear
Maricopa County Library District: Ask A Master Gardener
MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg
Yavapai County Free Library District: Origami Workshop
Yavapai County Free Library District - Chino Valley Public Library 1020 W. Palomino Rd., Chino Valley
Chandler Public Library: K-12 Afterschool Tutoring
Chandler Public Library - Basha Campus 5990 S.Val Vista Dr., Chandler
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast 8933 S. Yell Ln., Hereford
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Arizona Burn Foundation presents Milo & Moxie, Smart Safety Rangers
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Open for FREE First Friday Night
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Back to School
Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, TucsonSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – FP1 Bats Field Trip
Ramsey Canyon Preserve 27 E. Ramsey Canyon Rd., Hereford
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bug Theatre
Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave CreekSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S1 Fort Huachuca Canyons Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S2 Patagonia/Sonoita Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S3 Saint David/Willcox Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S4 Las Cienegas NCA Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S5 Madera and Box Canyons Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S6 Big Day with Rick Wright Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S7 Chickadee Chase Field Trip
The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S8 San Pedro House & River Walk Field Trip
San Pedro House 9800 Highway 90, Sierra VistaSouthwest Wings: Summer Festival – S10 Ramsey Canyon Field Trip
Ramsey Canyon Preserve 27 E. Ramsey Canyon Rd., Hereford
Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Sunrise Hike
Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Monsoon Magic
Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff
Arizona Worm Farm: Summer Flowers, Herb, and Pollinators Gardening
Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Herbal & Aromatic Oil Infusions
Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Edible Weeds Class
The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: ZooLittles Preschool Program
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 1403 Heritage Park Rd., Prescott
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Yavapai County Free Library District: Teen Musician Mechanics
Yavapai County Free Library District - Camp Verde Community Library 130 Black Bridge Rd., Camp Verde
Bright Side Bookshop: Flagstaff Through the Lens of Time Walking Tour
Bright Side Bookshop 18 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff
Phoenix Public Library: Ask A Master Gardener
Phoenix Public Library - Saguaro Library 2808 N. 46th St., Phoenix
Phoenix Public Library: BotBuddies LEGO Robotics Build-a-Thon
Phoenix Public Library - Cholla Library 10050 Metro Parkway E., Phoenix
Lowell Observatory: Orbits Curiousity Eary Learners Camp – Constellations: Distance Between Stars
Lowell Observatory 1400 W. Mars Hill Rd., Flagstaff
Phoenix Public Library: STEAM Time!
Phoenix Public Library - South Mountain Community Library 7050 S. 24th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
Children's Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., Tucson
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – World Ranger Day
Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: Summer DayTours – Uncover the Secrets of Our Mountaintop Observatory
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter 9800 Ski Run Rd. Mt., Lemmon
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cactus Chronicles – The Saguaro
MCLDAZ - White Tank Library 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg
Phoenix Public Library: Let’s Build
Phoenix Public Library - Century Library 1750 E. Highland Ave., Phoenix
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at the San Pedro House
San Pedro House 9800 Highway 90, Sierra Vista
Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Back to School
Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson
Arizona – Sonora Desert Museum: Cool Summer Nights – Insectopia
Arizona - Sonora Desert Museum 2021 N. Kinney Rd., Tucson
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SummerSky Program
Mt Lemmon SkyCenter Science Shop 8892 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Signs of the Season Phenology Walk
Pima County Public Library - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
Children's Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., Tucson
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Tough Desert, Tougher Plants
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Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bug Theatre
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bug Theatre
Would you like to meet some scorpions and other “creepy-crawly” critters? Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of summer insect improv! We’re setting up our version of the silver screen in the amphitheater tonight. Once it’s dark, we’ll turn on the spotlight and enjoy the show that unfolds, as all manner of arthropods are drawn...
Monday, July 28, 2025
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July 28, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew
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July 28, 2025 -Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo and Beyond
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July 28, 2025 -Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo’s MVPs
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July 28, 2025 -Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo and Me
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July 28, 2025 -Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – Who’s Who in the Zoo?
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July 28, 2025 -Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Take & Make Kit – Leaf Rubbings
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Physics Camp – Motion, Magnets, and Energy / OSMO Adventures in Augmented Reality
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Everything is Awesome – LEGO Stop Motion / World Hacker – Minecraft Modding
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics / Wildlife Engineering – Build & Explore
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: VEX Robotics BattleBots / 3D Game Design with VR / AR
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Strawbees Robotics / LEGO Junior Robotics – Simple & Powered Machines
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Marble Mania Physics Camp / STEM Buccaneers – Pirate Engineering Camp
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: LEGO Spike Prime Robotics / Digital Directors – Filmmaking Camp
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Botzee Robotics – Build, Code & Play / Aerospace Engineering Flight Camp
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: Flight Lab – The Science of Drones / Minecraft Artemis – Space Exploration Camp
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July 28, 2025 -City of Chandler: Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO Camp – GAME ON LEGO CAMP
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July 28, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
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July 28, 2025 -Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Advanced Volunteer Camp
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July 28, 2025 -Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Junior Reptile Encounters Camp
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July 28, 2025 -OdySea Aquarium: Junior Marine Biologists – Care & Conservation
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July 28, 2025 -Fairmont Scottsdale Princess: Summer Day Camp
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July 28, 2025 -Engineering for Kids: eSport Gamer – Super Smash Bros. Edition
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July 28, 2025 -Reid Park Zoo: Adventures of Growing Up Summer Camp
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July 28, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Build It!
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July 28, 2025 -Meteor Crater Education Alliance: Odyssey Camp – Summer Building Bash
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July 28, 2025 -Mad Science: Chemicals, Cells & Crime
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July 28, 2025 -Mad Science: Chemicals, Cells & Crime
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July 28, 2025 -The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
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July 28, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
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July 28, 2025 -GenTech: Radical Robots – Battle Bots Advanced
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July 28, 2025 -GenTech: Radical Robots – Battle Bots Advanced
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July 28, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
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July 28, 2025 -Black Rocket: Make Your First Video Game!
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July 28, 2025 -Black Rocket: Python Programmers
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July 28, 2025 -Black Rocket: ROBLOX Coders
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July 28, 2025 -Black Rocket: YouTube Content Creators
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July 28, 2025 -Tucson Medical Center: Breastfeeding Support Group
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July 28, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Venomous Reptiles of Arizona
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Dam Talk
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July 28, 2025 -Children’s Museum Tucson: Brain Boost Monday
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July 28, 2025 -GenTech: Drone Discovery Advanced
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July 28, 2025 -GenTech: Drone Discovery Advanced
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July 28, 2025 -Meteor Crater Education Alliance: Odyssey Camp – Mad Science Mayhem
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Saguaro Science Corner (East District)
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July 28, 2025 -Navajo County Library District: Cancer Support Group
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July 28, 2025 -Mad Science: Chemicals, Cells & Crime
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July 28, 2025 -Black Rocket: Python Programmers
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July 28, 2025 -Black Rocket: ROBLOX Coders
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July 28, 2025 -The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Geology Talk
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July 28, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Computer Basics by Literacy Connects
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July 28, 2025 -Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Spiral Art & Design
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July 28, 2025 -Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
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July 28, 2025 -Tucson Medical Center: Infant CPR
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July 28, 2025 -National Park Service: Sunset Talk – Ranger Program
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Date- Every Monday Time – 6:00am - 8:00am Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with staff at main building at entry....
Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo and Beyond
Did you know that the Phoenix Zoo helps conserve wildlife all around the world? Discover what the Zoo does and how you can be part of conservation no matter who you are! Grades 5 - 6 July 28 - August 1 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a...
Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo’s MVPs
Who are the most valuable players at the Zoo? The answer may surprise you! Join us as we figure out the roles that both people and animals play at the Zoo. Grades 3 - 4 July 28 - August 1 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a zoo?...
Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – The Zoo and Me
How can you be part of the Zoo’s team? This summer, explore how the Phoenix Zoo helps wildlife and how you can make a difference, too! Grades 1 - 2 July 28 - August 1 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a zoo? A wide variety of people...
Phoenix Zoo: Summer Camp Zoo – Who’s Who in the Zoo?
Who cleans up after the animals? Who makes sure they are healthy and happy? Join us to discover the answer to these questions and so much more! Kindergarten July 28 - August 1 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a zoo? A wide variety of people and skills are...
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Take & Make Kit – Leaf Rubbings
We’re celebrating our art-themed Summer Reading Challenge by offer a new art kit every two weeks! All kits include supplies and instructions. Each kit is available starting on the date listed and can be picked up in the following weeks, while supplies last. Kits can be picked up the the Downtown and East Flagstaff Community...
Engineering for Kids: Physics Camp – Motion, Magnets, and Energy / OSMO Adventures in Augmented Reality
(AM - JUNIORS) Physics Camp: Motion, Magnets, and Energy Magnets: How do they work? What's in fizzy tabs that makes them fizz? Why do toy cars eventually slow down and come to a stop? The answer: Physics! Campers will tackle some daunting challenges by performing hands-on experiments and tracking data to extrapolate the info they...
Engineering for Kids: Everything is Awesome – LEGO Stop Motion / World Hacker – Minecraft Modding
(AM - APPRENTICE) Everything is Awesome: LEGO Stop Motion Learn to make stop-motion videos with the LEGO pieces kids already love! This updated version of our stop-motion course covers all of the skills and tricks needed to produce expert-level stop motion videos. Campers will first learn the basics of stop motion movement. Then, they'll learn...
Engineering for Kids: Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics / Wildlife Engineering – Build & Explore
(AM - JUNIORS) Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics The Root Coding Robot was created by the same company famous for the Roomba vacuum. The Root's kid-friendly coding interface helps younger campers learn the basics of robotic programming. The Root can be programmed to move, light up, play sound, and even draw various geometric...
Engineering for Kids: VEX Robotics BattleBots / 3D Game Design with VR / AR
(AM - APPRENTICE) VEX Robotics BattleBots: Teamwork, Engineering, and Design VEX is the world's foremost competitive robotics program. Students from grade schools to universities use VEX to build not only their technical expertise, but also important life skills like teamwork, communication, and project management. Customized for a stress-free camp setting, our "BattleBots" VEX robotics camp...
Engineering for Kids: Strawbees Robotics / LEGO Junior Robotics – Simple & Powered Machines
(AM - APPRENTICE) Strawbees Construction & Robotics In this updated version of our popular Strawbees camp, creations come alive with the power of robotics! Strawbees is an intuitive and fun build system allowing students to construct all manner of structures using simple drinking straws. In this updated version of the camp, Strawbees builds come alive...
Engineering for Kids: Marble Mania Physics Camp / STEM Buccaneers – Pirate Engineering Camp
(AM - JUNIORS) Marble Mania Physics Camp The campers will master physics concepts like gravity, energy, and kinetics as they watch marbles wind their way through the twists and turns of custom marble run tracks. This popular hands-on and screen-free camp is fun and interesting for all ages, but the kid-friendly build kits used are...
Engineering for Kids: LEGO Spike Prime Robotics / Digital Directors – Filmmaking Camp
(AM - APPRENTICE) LEGO Spike Prime Robotics We're excited to announce our newest robotics camp featuring the cutting-edge LEGO Spike Prime robotics platform. Used in classrooms and robotics competitions worldwide, LEGO Spike Prime is the current gold standard for educational robotics. Whether your child is looking to engage with robotics as a hobby, to gain...
Engineering for Kids: Botzee Robotics – Build, Code & Play / Aerospace Engineering Flight Camp
(AM - JUNIORS) Botzee Robotics: Build, Code & Play In this newly-updated version of our Botzees Robotics camp, kids will have fun building, coding, and customizing their own Botzees Robots. From programmable trucks, to robotic musical monkeys, campers will have a blast constructing and controlling their creations. The Botzees platform uses block coding and augmented...
Engineering for Kids: Flight Lab – The Science of Drones / Minecraft Artemis – Space Exploration Camp
(AM - APPRENTICE) Flight Lab: The Science of Drones Take to the skies with our STEM-specific educational drones! Campers will master the physics principles which make drone flight possible, and will also gain coding skills as they program their drone's flight paths to complete a series of challenges. Using a safety-first approach, students will learn...
City of Chandler: Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO Camp – GAME ON LEGO CAMP
Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat in LEGO®-inspired summer camps! Explore the worlds of Super Heroes, Dinosaurs, Minecraft, Batman and more in Bricks 4 Kidz themed classes. Kids learn science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts while building and playing with LEGO® materials. Design complex machines and battle your creations. CAMP THEME: GAME ON...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
Get out early and beat the summer heat! Join a ranger for a short stroll and chat in our cactus garden. Come learn about a variety of topics including the iconic saguaro cactus and other plants of the Sonoran Desert! Meets in front of the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center. Accessible program.
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Advanced Volunteer Camp
Are you looking for an introduction to volunteer work in the animal field? This is the perfect camp for you! You will be assisting with animal care, cleaning, and more! This week-long camp is structed much like the "Keepers Program". Campers must be ready to work inside/outside to aid in the cleaning of animal enclosures, redesign...
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Junior Reptile Encounters Camp
Join us for a week of reptile fun! This is the perfect introduction into learning about all groups of reptiles; snakes, tortoises, turtles, lizards, crocodilians, and MORE! The best way to learn about the animals is from the animals themselves! Each day includes activities that are STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) oriented, but...
OdySea Aquarium: Junior Marine Biologists – Care & Conservation
Campers will develop not only a better understanding for our oceans and their inhabitants, but what we can do to help protect them and preserve our planet. This camp will facilitate behind the scenes experiences that will teach what it takes to care for these amazing animals. Grades 6-8 (Grade your Camper is entering FALL...
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess: Summer Day Camp
Calling all explorers! Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is bringing another season of adventure for kids ages 6-12. Offering a week of adventure, pool time, chef-crafted lunches, and classic camp fun—all with the resort experience you love. July 28 - Aug 1
Engineering for Kids: eSport Gamer – Super Smash Bros. Edition
(MASTERS) eSport Gamer: Super Smash Bros. Edition Your favorite gaming icons go head-to-head in a battle on the Nintendo Switch! This camp uses the ever-popular game, Super Smash Bros., to introduce a critical and scientific approach to eSports success. How can programming knowledge influence game strategy? What's the best plan to maximize each character's strengths?...
Reid Park Zoo: Adventures of Growing Up Summer Camp
Reid Park Zoo is home to animals of all ages. During the week, your camper will discover how animals learn and grow through play. Engaging activities will help campers explore the important roles animals have once they become adults and better understand how the Zoo cares for animals throughout the different stages of growing up and growing older. Grades 3...
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Build It!
Design, build, and experiment in this hands-on week of creativity and problem-solving! Campers will tackle exciting challenges using a mix of materials, simple machines, and engineering concepts to bring their ideas to life. From bridges to towers to imaginative inventions, this week is all about thinking big and building even bigger! Participate in interactive games...
Meteor Crater Education Alliance: Odyssey Camp – Summer Building Bash
Celebrate a spectacular summer with an exciting week with your favorite creative challenges and action-packed adventures. From piloting drones though an obstacle course to hovercraft racers, end the summer with a bang! Friday's Summer Bash will feature silly building games and a marshmallow battle! Ages 5 - 10 July 28 - August 1 Odyssey Camps
Mad Science: Chemicals, Cells & Crime
Children explore the inside of the body and learn about the organ systems and the cells that it's composed of. They discover cool chemical reactions, and how to solve a crime, in this hands-on summer science adventure! Grades K - 6 Monday, July 28, 2025 - Friday, August 1, 2025 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mad Science: Chemicals, Cells & Crime
Children explore the inside of the body and learn about the organ systems and the cells that it's composed of. They discover cool chemical reactions, and how to solve a crime, in this hands-on summer science adventure! Grades K - 6 Monday, July 28, 2025 - Friday, August 1, 2025 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
Join a Park Ranger on the outside shaded patio overlooking the magnificent saguaro forest to learn a little about the unique diversity of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.
GenTech: Radical Robots – Battle Bots Advanced
Get ready to take your robotics skills to the next level with Advanced Battle Bots! In this camp, students will push the boundaries of innovation by designing and building custom mechanical arms, launchers, and other attachments on top of a Sphero RVR. Using a micro:bit, they’ll code precise controls for their ultimate bot creation. On the final day,...
GenTech: Radical Robots – Battle Bots Advanced
Get ready to take your robotics skills to the next level with Advanced Battle Bots! In this camp, students will push the boundaries of innovation by designing and building custom mechanical arms, launchers, and other attachments on top of a Sphero RVR. Using a micro:bit, they’ll code precise controls for their ultimate bot creation. On the final day,...
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in the pond that takes center stage at Butterfly Wonderland’s Conservatory! FREE WITH ADMISSION
Black Rocket: Make Your First Video Game!
Our classic game design camp reimagined to include even more of what you love! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that gives you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience...
Black Rocket: Python Programmers
Want to learn the world's fastest-growing programming language favored by Google and NASA? Discover how to code with Python using accessible web-based platforms that guide students through a series of daily lessons. Build fundamental tech literacy while creatively solving software engineering challenges! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program, and...
Black Rocket: ROBLOX Coders
Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with your own custom code! Student-created games will be available...
Black Rocket: YouTube Content Creators
Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how...
Tucson Medical Center: Breastfeeding Support Group
Join our certified lactation consultants and mothers who are seeking answers to breastfeeding questions including latching baby, pumping tips, and much more. You will get a chance to weigh your baby before and after a feed to see how much baby is transferring while nursing. This is a FREE support group, and is open to...
Pima County Public Library: Venomous Reptiles of Arizona
US Fish & Wildlife Service will offer a presentation on the behavior, adaptions, conservation, habitat ecology, and folklore pertaining to our native venomous reptiles. Human safety and first aid strategies will also be covered. LIVE SPECIMENS WILL BE DISPLAYED
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration:...
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary.
Children’s Museum Tucson: Brain Boost Monday
Get an extra boost of science every Monday this summer with Family Brain Boost! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science for the whole family! Explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere!
GenTech: Drone Discovery Advanced
Take your drone skills to new heights in Drone Discovery: Advanced! In this immersive, hands-on camp, kids will design, 3D model, and 3D print their very own drone frames before testing them in thrilling challenges and obstacle courses. From perfecting flight mechanics to pushing creative boundaries, this camp combines engineering, coding, and problem-solving for an unforgettable drone adventure. Ages 10...
GenTech: Drone Discovery Advanced
Take your drone skills to new heights in Drone Discovery: Advanced! In this immersive, hands-on camp, kids will design, 3D model, and 3D print their very own drone frames before testing them in thrilling challenges and obstacle courses. From perfecting flight mechanics to pushing creative boundaries, this camp combines engineering, coding, and problem-solving for an unforgettable drone adventure. Ages 10...
Meteor Crater Education Alliance: Odyssey Camp – Mad Science Mayhem
Get ready for a wild week of bubbling beakers, fizzy explosions, and mind-bending mayhem! Freeze stuff, melt stuff, and make things go pop as we dive into chemistry, physics, and all things wonderfully weird. Grow dazzling crystals, mix up popping potions, and experiment like a true mad scientist. Friday’s Mad Science Mayhem finale features live...
National Park Service: Saguaro Science Corner (East District)
Join a ranger in our visitor center exhibit area to learn about a rotating selection of topics around the Sonoran Desert and Saguaro National Park. Drop in any time from 1pm-1:30pm. Accessible program.
Navajo County Library District: Cancer Support Group
Join us for a free professionally led support group for adults with any form of cancer at any stage. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe space for those affected by cancer to find support and a community as they navigate the challenges of cancer. As it is a closed group, registration...
Mad Science: Chemicals, Cells & Crime
Children explore the inside of the body and learn about the organ systems and the cells that it's composed of. They discover cool chemical reactions, and how to solve a crime, in this hands-on summer science adventure! Grades K - 6 Monday, July 28, 2025 - Friday, August 1, 2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Black Rocket: Python Programmers
Want to learn the world's fastest-growing programming language favored by Google and NASA? Discover how to code with Python using accessible web-based platforms that guide students through a series of daily lessons. Build fundamental tech literacy while creatively solving software engineering challenges! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program, and...
Black Rocket: ROBLOX Coders
Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with your own custom code! Student-created games will be available...
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 and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger hosting, but a few popular ones go over: wildlife in the park, plants in the park (including saguaros), local indigenous culture, park history and even...
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program - presented daily at 2:30 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up...
Pima County Public Library: Computer Basics by Literacy Connects
This class will teach entry-level computer skills. Participants will learn how to open a web browser, navigate internet searches, access and use email, basic computer safety, and more!
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Spiral Art & Design
What's spinning around in your head? Investigate the art of centrifugal force, using salad spinners, yo-yos, and other rotating materials to create a swirly masterpiece. Each month STEAM Club bring kids together to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities. This program is best for school-age children ages 6 - 12 years...
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
30-minute, one-on-one instruction sessions are available for assistance with introductory software, creating email accounts, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, résumé development, online job applications, and more. Tutoring check-in is at the reference desk. Registration is required for all sessions. Register by calling 928-213-2331 or visiting the reference desk at the downtown library to check session availability.
Tucson Medical Center: Infant CPR
A hands-on class teaching parents and caregivers of infants under 12 months of age the basics on how to respond in an emergency where an infant stops breathing or is choking. The class is led by a CPR certified nurse. Registration is per person not per couple for this class.
National Park Service: Sunset Talk – Ranger Program
Join a ranger for a Sunset Talk to explore the complex layers of Grand Canyon’s history, ecology, geology, and more during this 30 to 45-minute program. During the summer of 2025, Sunset Talks by park rangers will take place at the Desert View Amphitheater on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 6:45 pm. Enjoy a program with a beautiful sunset backdrop....
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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July 29, 2025 -Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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July 29, 2025 -Reid Park Zoo: $3 Ticket Tuesdays
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July 29, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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July 29, 2025 -National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
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July 29, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
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July 29, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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July 29, 2025 -National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
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July 29, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
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July 29, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: Seligman Savvy Sprout Society
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July 29, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
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July 29, 2025 -Mesa Public Library: Nutrition for the Family
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July 29, 2025 -Pinal County Library District: Preschool University
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July 29, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
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July 29, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Adults Bring Your Own Device Computer Class
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July 29, 2025 -The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
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July 29, 2025 -National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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July 29, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: Plant to Plate Gardening Series with the Master Gardeners
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July 29, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Nature Colors
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July 29, 2025 -National Park Service: Dam Talk
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July 29, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Tween – CD Spinners
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July 29, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Wood Burning for Adults
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July 29, 2025 -Douglas Public Library: STEAM Club
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July 29, 2025 -Children’s Museum Tucson: Wee Grow
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July 29, 2025 -National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
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July 29, 2025 -National Park Service: Geology Talk
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July 29, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – Free Welcome Jamboree
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July 29, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Whimsical Wings
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July 29, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
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July 29, 2025 -Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Create & Explore the Natural Homes of Animals!
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July 29, 2025 -Tempe Public Library: Code Club
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July 29, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Club
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July 29, 2025 -Mohave County Library: STEAM Team
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July 29, 2025 -Navajo County Library District: LEGO League
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July 29, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Tree Care 101
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July 29, 2025 -Surprise Public Library: Discovery Book Club
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July 29, 2025 -Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Reid Park Zoo: $3 Ticket Tuesdays
$3 Ticket Tuesdays are back! Throughout June and July, every Tuesday the Zoo is offering $3 admission for all guests as a way of thanking our community for 60 wild years. Everyone — adults, seniors, and children (ages 2-14) get into the Zoo for $3 per person. Children under age 2 always get in for free....
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
Join a Park Ranger on the outside shaded patio overlooking the magnificent saguaro forest to learn a little about the unique diversity of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in the pond that takes center stage at Butterfly Wonderland’s Conservatory! FREE WITH ADMISSION
Yavapai County Free Library District: Seligman Savvy Sprout Society
Grow and Create at the Library! We plan on having lots of hands on activities to share this growing season.
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Mesa Public Library: Nutrition for the Family
A Nationally Certified Nutrition course offered through the University of Arizona that comes with weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways! We cover nutrition essentials such as My Plate, key nutrients: calories, fats, and protein, food safety, and osteoporosis prevention. Class participants will graduate from the course with a Certificate from the University of Arizona.
Pinal County Library District: Preschool University
Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more!
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Mohave County Library: Adults Bring Your Own Device Computer Class
Registration for class required. Open to ages 18+
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 and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration:...
Yavapai County Free Library District: Plant to Plate Gardening Series with the Master Gardeners
The job of a gardener is simple - to understand what your plants need and to give it to them. This series will give you the tools you need to get the best possible results from your garden. This six-part series includes information on: Planning your Garden Starting with Healthy Soil Planting your Garden Caring...
Pima County Public Library: Nature Colors
Explore the science and art of desert colors through stories and activities for the whole family! Presented by Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary.
Maricopa County Library District: Tween – CD Spinners
Hey tweens! Want to make something super fun and totally unique? Come to the library and learn how to recycle an old CD into a spinning top. All supplies are provided, and you get to take your creation home. Registration required for participants.
Maricopa County Library District: Wood Burning for Adults
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at wood burning? Join us in customizing your own wooden coaster and keychain. Materials provided. Registration required.
Children’s Museum Tucson: Wee Grow
Come find out the many ways that science is around us, with hands-on experiments, demos and fun bilingual activities each week! Ven y averigua las muchas maneras en la ciencia está a nuestro alrededor, por medio de experimentos, demonstraciones y ¡actividades bilingües y divertidas cada semana!
National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger hosting, but a few popular ones go over: wildlife in the park, plants in the park (including saguaros), local indigenous culture, park history and even...
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program - presented daily at 2:30 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – Free Welcome Jamboree
Festival participants are cordially invited to join us as our guest for our pre-festival FREE Welcome Jamboree festivities at The Mall at Sierra Vista, 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra Vista. Enjoy a chance to meet your fellow Southwest Wings participants, guides, and the faces behind “The Greatest Little Birding Festival in the United States”, along...
Butterfly Wonderland: Whimsical Wings
Step into a realm of wonder as Butterfly Wonderland’s Education Specialists release exquisite tropical butterflies into the Conservatory. Capture the enchanting moment with on camera as these graceful insects take their inaugural flight. Feel free to engage with the specialists, asking any questions that may pique curiosity. This captivating event is included FREE WITH ADMISSION.
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Create & Explore the Natural Homes of Animals!
In this hands-on challenge, participants will design and build their own animal habitats, creating the perfect environment for their favorite animals to thrive. Whether it’s the vast savanna for a cheetah or the dense rainforest for a jaguar, kids will explore how different animals live in various ecosystems, and engineer these habitats using everyday materials....
Tempe Public Library: Code Club
Code Club meets weekly to explore different computer programming languages and logic. Previous coding experience is not required. Beginners are welcome. Code Club meets weekly to explore different computer programming languages and logic while creating simple computer games, apps, and websites. Tuesdays 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. For Kids, ages 6-12.
Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Club
Do you love LEGOs? Join us for a random LEGO challenge or bring your own creativity to make your own LEGOcreation. LEGOs Provided!
Mohave County Library: STEAM Team
Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public. Ages 5 - 11
Pima County Public Library: Tree Care 101
Tree Care 101! Come learn how to take care of your trees. You'll learn: How to plant How to water How to prune
Surprise Public Library: Discovery Book Club
This month's book is "National Geographic: Night Sky" by Stephanie Warren Drimmer. Read the book at home and then join us for fun activities, discussion and so much more!
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
30-minute, one-on-one instruction sessions are available for assistance with introductory software, creating email accounts, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, résumé development, online job applications, and more. Tutoring check-in is at the reference desk. Registration is required for all sessions. Register by calling 928-213-2331 or visiting the reference desk at the downtown library to check session availability.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W1 Carr Canyon Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W2 Garden Canyon Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Tucson Bird Alliance: Sweetwater Wetlands Birding
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – WF1 Chiricahua Mountains/Cave Creek Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – WF2 California Gulch and Santa Cruz Valley Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W3 Patagonia/Sonoita Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W4 Madera and Box Canyons Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W5 Hummingbird Hunt Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W6 San Pedro House and River Walk Field Trip
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July 30, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
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July 30, 2025 -Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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July 30, 2025 -The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
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July 30, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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July 30, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Senior Social
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
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July 30, 2025 -Reid Park Zoo: Watermelon Wednesdays
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July 30, 2025 -Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
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July 30, 2025 -The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
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July 30, 2025 -HeatSync Labs: Coffee & Coworking
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July 30, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
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July 30, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
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July 30, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
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July 30, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
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July 30, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Dam Talk
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July 30, 2025 -Avondale Public Library: STEAM Playdate at Civic Center Library
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July 30, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: Full STEAM Ahead!
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July 30, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Apple iPhone Help Table
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July 30, 2025 -Mesa Public Library: Computer Basics
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July 30, 2025 -Mesa Public Library: Computer Skills Training
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July 30, 2025 -Avondale Public Library: More2Explore
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July 30, 2025 -Glendale Public Library: Animal Adaptations – Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary
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July 30, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Community Mental Health and Addiction Resources
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Geology Talk
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July 30, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
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July 30, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club
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July 30, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Code Club
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July 30, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: DROP IN TECH
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July 30, 2025 -Scottsdale Public Library: Full STEAM Ahead – Pendulum Painting
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July 30, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
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July 30, 2025 -Pinal County Library District: Sewing
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July 30, 2025 -National Park Service: Sunset Talk – Ranger Program
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July 30, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – WN1 Blacklight Adventure Field Trip
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W1 Carr Canyon Field Trip
Join professional birding guide and environmental educator, Jeff Babson, on this full-day tour of Carr Canyon, beginning in the lower canyon, where we will look for Gambel's Quail, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and Black-headed Grosbeaks, and other canyon outlet species. We may stop at the Carr House Nature Center to check the hummingbird feeders....
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W2 Garden Canyon Field Trip
Join professional guide Ken Blankenship on a full day exploring Garden Canyon, hidden within Fort Huachuca. We will explore a variety of habitats including foothill grasslands, sycamore-lined canyon woodland, and pine forest. We will search for regional and mountain specialties such as Elegant Trogon, Arizona Woodpecker, Sulphur-bellied, Buff-breasted and Dusky-capped Flycatchers, Plumbeous Vireo, Painted Redstart, Grace’s Warbler...
Tucson Bird Alliance: Sweetwater Wetlands Birding
rip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – WF1 Chiricahua Mountains/Cave Creek Field Trip
(Three days, two nights, return Friday, August 1) Join expert bird guide, David Simpson, on an exploration of the Chiricahua Mountains. We will start with Cassin's and Botteri's Sparrows in the prairies at the base, then climb into the pine-oak woodlands to search for Arizona Woodpecker, Dusky-capped Flycatcher, and Bridled Titmouse. Entering the coniferous forest we'll...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – WF2 California Gulch and Santa Cruz Valley Field Trip
(Three days, two nights, return Friday, August 1) The rugged canyons of the Atascosa Mountains and Pajarito Wilderness are some of the most celebrated birding spots on the Arizona/Sonora border. This double-overnight tour, with professional guide Richard Fray, will focus on the search for the area’s most famous specialty birds, among them Rose-throated Becard, Montezuma Quail,...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W3 Patagonia/Sonoita Field Trip
Join professional bird guide, Matt Brown, for a trip to the Patagonia area. Patagonia is one of south-eastern Arizona’s best-known destinations for riparian birds. Specialties that can be found here include Gray and Zone-tailed Hawks, Violet-crowned Hummingbird, Thick-billed Kingbird, and Rufous-winged Sparrow. Good birding sites in Patagonia are numerous and our probable itinerary will include Harshaw...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W4 Madera and Box Canyons Field Trip
Join naturalist guide Steve Tracey on a trip which will take you to Madera Canyon via Box Canyon and the Santa Rita grasslands and explore this famous birding site. For the last couple of years Box Canyon has hosted breeding Five-striped Sparrow and we will stop to look for this rare species, also hoping to see Varied...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W5 Hummingbird Hunt Field Trip
Sierra Vista is the Hummingbird Capital of the United States, so what better place can there be to hunt for hummingbirds. This exciting trip is led by professional bird guide Kristy Gallo, and will visit all of the best locations for hummingbirds in the Huachuca Mountains. As well as the regulars such as Rivoli’s, Broad-billed and...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – W6 San Pedro House and River Walk Field Trip
The San Pedro River is a vibrant green ribbon of life, its riparian vegetation forming an avian super highway through the desert for millions of migrants. Join naturalist guides Gordon and Lori Lam in an exploration of the lush cottonwood/willow forest which is home to Gray and Zone-tailed Hawks, Northern Beardless-Tyrannulet, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, low elevation warblers including...
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at Flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Butterfly Wonderland: Senior Social
Start the day surrounded by beauty and butterflies! Senior adults are invited to enjoy a relaxed morning in the Butterfly Café with complimentary pastries and coffee, followed by a self-guided tour through the stunning Butterfly Wonderland. Free to BW Members and FREE with Admission for General Public. For senior adults only; registration is required. Register on...
National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
Get out early and beat the summer heat! Join a ranger for a short stroll and chat in our cactus garden. Come learn about a variety of topics including the iconic saguaro cactus and other plants of the Sonoran Desert! Meets in front of the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center. Accessible program.
Reid Park Zoo: Watermelon Wednesdays
Every Wednesday in July, Reid Park Zoo will be providing special enrichment that are all centered around the classic pink and green summer treat, watermelon! Enjoy seeing the giraffe’s lick up pulverized watermelons in popsicles, meerkats run through frozen melon tunnels, and elephants smash watermelons whole. In addition to providing fun hydration and exercise, these...
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
The Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center is where you can see one-of-a-kind fossils from Petrified Forest National Park being prepared by trained paleontologists! Peek through the window to see fossils from the museum collection. Watch a live microscope feed on the TV as paleontologists remove rock from fossil bone. Chat with...
HeatSync Labs: Coffee & Coworking
The lab is open! Bring your projects, get excited, and make things!
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
Join a Park Ranger on the outside shaded patio overlooking the magnificent saguaro forest to learn a little about the unique diversity of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in the pond that takes center stage at Butterfly Wonderland’s Conservatory! FREE WITH ADMISSION
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
urso de computación básica en español! Este curso proporcionará habilidades informáticas básicas, como abrir un navegador web, realizar búsquedas en Internet, usar el correo electrónico y practicar medidas básicas de seguridad informática. Esta es la segunda sesión del curso básico, como tál es una continuación del curso. Las clases se impartirán totalmente en español para que...
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration:...
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary.
Avondale Public Library: STEAM Playdate at Civic Center Library
Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance. Please be aware that materials used are age specific and caregiver supervision is required. STEAM Playdate (Ages 3–6): Wednesdays, 11 am
Yavapai County Free Library District: Full STEAM Ahead!
Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEAM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!
Maricopa County Library District: Apple iPhone Help Table
Customers will be able to get help with basic iPhone/iPad questions such as basic apps, using our digital media, moving files, etc. Registration not required.
Mesa Public Library: Computer Basics
Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard. If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will continue to learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 persons. You are more than welcome...
Mesa Public Library: Computer Skills Training
Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
Avondale Public Library: More2Explore
Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities from painting and crafting to building and robotics.
Glendale Public Library: Animal Adaptations – Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary
What is an adaptation? Are these adaptations different for each reptile? Learn the ecological importance of adaptations and how reptiles use bright colors, long tails, and other unique features to survive in the wild! Join the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary to answer these questions! Watch various reptiles and learn about their specific adaptations and how it...
Pima County Public Library: Community Mental Health and Addiction Resources
The Pima County Health Department's Community Mental Health and Addiction Division's mission is to raise awareness of critical issues surrounding mental health, including suicide prevention and the drug overdose epidemic. We connect vulnerable populations with essential resources, respond to community trends, and enhance the overall health and education of the community. At these tabling events,...
National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger hosting, but a few popular ones go over: wildlife in the park, plants in the park (including saguaros), local indigenous culture, park history and even...
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program - presented daily at 2:30 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up...
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club
Kids of all ages can come and socialize while they complete LEGO challenges. This is a drop in program, please stay with your child if they need help.
Pima County Public Library: Code Club
Code Club is a weekly time when kids can come and learn how to make websites, video games, and apps. It’s informal, fun, and very interactive. Come have fun, make friends, and build cool stuff with us! No coding experience required!
Yavapai County Free Library District: DROP IN TECH
Come over on Wednesdays at 3:30pm and bring your technology troubles! Pat will be happy to help and teach anything from using your phone to connecting a printer up. Nothing seems to be too difficult him. It's a first come, first serve basis but he trys to get to everyone that shows up.
Scottsdale Public Library: Full STEAM Ahead – Pendulum Painting
Let gravity make art! A perfect STEAM activity that combines art with the forces of motion and gravity. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration.
Pima County Public Library: Curso de computación básica en español
¡Curso de computación básica en español! Este curso proporcionará habilidades informáticas básicas, como abrir un navegador web, realizar búsquedas en Internet, usar el correo electrónico y practicar medidas básicas de seguridad informática. Las clases se impartirán totalmente en español para que el estudiante pueda adquirir estas habilidades en su idioma. Regístrese el primer día de...
Pinal County Library District: Sewing
Like to sew? Want to learn? Learn to sew and come and enjoy sewing with others. Projects are prepared for those who wish to learn to sew.
National Park Service: Sunset Talk – Ranger Program
Join a ranger for a Sunset Talk to explore the complex layers of Grand Canyon’s history, ecology, geology, and more during this 30 to 45-minute program. During the summer of 2025, Sunset Talks by park rangers will take place at the Desert View Amphitheater on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 6:45 pm. Enjoy a program with a beautiful sunset backdrop....
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – WN1 Blacklight Adventure Field Trip
After the sun sets, a whole new world awakens, largely unseen by most. Join Jeff Babson to explore the Huachuca Mountains at night and step into the nighttime world of moths and other insects. At historic Carr House, set at the entrance to Carr Canyon, we will set up a black (or UV) light to see what we...
Thursday, July 31, 2025
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T1 Carr Canyon Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T2 Las Cienegas NCA Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T3 Scotia Canyon Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T6 Ramsey Canyon Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Reptile Walk
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T4 Coronado National Memorial Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T5 Lake Cochise and Pinery Canyon Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T7 Hunter Canyon Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Beginning Birders’ Hike
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T8 Butterflies and Dragonflies of the Sierra Vista Area Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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July 31, 2025 -The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
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July 31, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
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July 31, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
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July 31, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
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July 31, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
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July 31, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Thunderstorm Thursdays
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July 31, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
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July 31, 2025 -Butterfly Wonderland: Storytime with Critter Visit
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July 31, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
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July 31, 2025 -Page Public Library: Upcycling Wine Bottles
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July 31, 2025 -Navajo County Library District: STEAM Science Art – Watermelon Explosion
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July 31, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Desert Dangers
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July 31, 2025 -Museum of Northern Arizona: Explore More Fossils
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Dam Talk
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Gilbert Career Fair
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch and Learn – World Ranger Day
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ask A Ranger (World Ranger Day)
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Android Phone Help Desk
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July 31, 2025 -Glendale Public Library: Construct-O-Mania
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
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July 31, 2025 -National Park Service: Geology Talk
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July 31, 2025 -Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
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July 31, 2025 -Avondale Public Library: STEAM Lab at Civic Center Library
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July 31, 2025 -Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
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July 31, 2025 -Buckeye Public Library: STEAM
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July 31, 2025 -Arizona Technology Council: Q3 VIP TECH MIXER – HOSTED BY ILLUME, SECOND SKY AND CREATIVE MACHINES
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July 31, 2025 -Pima County Public Library: Windows More Resources
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July 31, 2025 -Tucson Medical Center: Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group
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July 31, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – TP1 Blacklight Adventure Field Trip
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July 31, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T1 Carr Canyon Field Trip
Join international birding guide Greg Homel, on this tour of Carr Canyon, beginning in the lower canyon, where we will look for Gambel's Quail, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and Black-headed Grosbeaks, and other canyon outlet species. We may stop at the Carr House Nature Center to check the hummingbird feeders. Venturing to the top...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T2 Las Cienegas NCA Field Trip
A visit to what was formerly one of the Southwest’s largest cattle ranches. This expansive BLM National Conservation Area is home to Pronghorn Antelope, Prairie Dogs and a wide variety of birds. Professional guide Matt Brown will visit rolling grasslands, mesquite thickets and cottonwood-lined Cienega Creek, one of the area’s only sources of permanent water, looking for...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T3 Scotia Canyon Field Trip
Join professional guide, Ken Blankenship, on an exploration of Scotia Canyon, a lesser-known 'hotspot' on the west side of the Huachuca Mountains. The rich Madrean woodlands and sycamore-lined riparian habitat hosts breeding birds like Sulphur-bellied and Dusky-capped Flycatchers, Elegant Trogon, Plumbeous Vireo, Painted Redstart, Red-faced and Grace's Warblers and much, much more. The area will...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T6 Ramsey Canyon Field Trip
Join local bird expert Dan Hoobler on a visit to the world famous Ramsey Canyon in the Huachuca Mountains. Owned by The Nature Conservancy, this area has been a hot spot for birding for decades. The lower canyon is good for Montezuma and Gambel's Quails, Gila and Ladder-backed Woodpeckers, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and Black-headed Grosbeaks,...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Reptile Walk
Learn about reptiles and amphibians on this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to go herping (looking for reptiles and amphibians) on this a short hike on parts of the Bajada Trail. We will discuss identification and behavior of Sonoran Desert herpetofauna as we go and discuss safety around venomous wildlife. Please wear...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T4 Coronado National Memorial Field Trip
Join Enjoy a scenic exploration of the south side of the Huachuca Mountains with professional guide and environmental educator, Jeff Babson. The tour begins with a drive through the grasslands which carpet the foothills on the way to the entrance to the Coronado National Monument. Here there are both Botteri's and Cassin's Sparrows as well as...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T5 Lake Cochise and Pinery Canyon Field Trip
Lake Cochise, near Willcox, is a magnet for waterbirds. Shorebirds, like Black-necked Stilt and Wilson's Phalarope, wildfowl like Cinnamon Teal, and others like White-faced Ibis, are drawn to the water here. Join local bird expert Steve Tracey to spend a few hours checking the lake and the area around it before heading for the nearby Chiricahua Mountains....
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T7 Hunter Canyon Field Trip
Join professional guide Kristy Gallo on a half-day hike up Hunter Canyon where the 2011 Miller Peak Wilderness fire left its mark, with the result being a unique combination of habitats that are home to a nice diversity of bird species. The initial hike is dominated by successional oak-scrub with birds like Crissal Thrasher, Woodhouse’s Scrub-Jay, Black-chinned...
Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing, and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, and immerse yourself in the natural world. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different aspect of the park each week....
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Beginning Birders’ Hike
Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to birding in one of Arizona’s premiere birding locations. Enjoy a roughly 2-mile walk on the Palm Lake, Mesquite Meander, Lions, and Willow Walkway trails. We’ll cover birding basics, from tools and equipment to bird identification tips and strategies. Trails are rated easy, although thick sand is possible in...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – T8 Butterflies and Dragonflies of the Sierra Vista Area Field Trip
Join leader Rich Bailowitz (co-author of several butterfly books as well as Field Guide to the Damselflies and Dragonflies of Arizona and Sonora) as we search for some of the butterflies and dragonflies of the Sierra Vista area. The day will include stops in Escapule Canyon (near the San Pedro River) and in Huachuca Canyon, at various elevations...
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at Flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
Stop by to chat with Ranger Eric and ask your nature-related questions or show your nature photos! Do you have questions about nature or the Sonoran Desert you’ve been wondering, or have animal or plant photos you want some help identifying? In honor of World Ranger Day today, stop by and talk with Ranger Eric...
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
The Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center is where you can see one-of-a-kind fossils from Petrified Forest National Park being prepared by trained paleontologists! Peek through the window to see fossils from the museum collection. Watch a live microscope feed on the TV as paleontologists remove rock from fossil bone. Chat with...
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
Join a Park Ranger on the outside shaded patio overlooking the magnificent saguaro forest to learn a little about the unique diversity of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in the pond that takes center stage at Butterfly Wonderland’s Conservatory! FREE WITH ADMISSION
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Thunderstorm Thursdays
Celebrate the summer monsoon season with Thunderstorm Thursdays at Children’s Museum Oro Valley—a weekly storytime and craft session designed to spark curiosity and creativity in little learners! Kids will dive into desert weather through hands-on fun, from lightning-inspired art to rainy-day tales. Each visit to CMOV this summer counts toward the Kids Cactus Club, CMOV’s summer-long reward program!...
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
Come by and visit Ranger Kevin to learn about some of the animals native to the Sonoran Desert. Have a picture of a critter, but don’t know what it is? Want to know what you might have seen scurrying across the trail? Drop in on this Discovery Station with Ranger Kevin. There will be objects...
Butterfly Wonderland: Storytime with Critter Visit
Join Butterfly Wonderland for a magical adventure in the Butterfly Theater! Dive deep into the rainforest with a Story Time session, featuring captivating tales about butterflies and other rainforest critters. Parents and kids will embark on an exciting journey through these lively stories read by dynamic storytellers each week. Many of these delightful books will...
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Navajo County Library District: STEAM Science Art – Watermelon Explosion
Join Ms. Tammie for STEM activites this July! Grades K - 6
Pima County Public Library: Desert Dangers
This quick and informative session covers common desert critters like bees, snakes, scorpions, and spiders, and what to do if someone gets bitten or stung. From the University of Arizona and presented by Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center
Museum of Northern Arizona: Explore More Fossils
Explore the wonders of the Colorado Plateau—right at your fingertips! Join us today at the Museum of Northern Arizona from 10 a.m. to noon and explore our Fossils Touch Table. Our friendly museum guide is ready to share fascinating stories about the region’s natural wonders. FREE with Museum admission.
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
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, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration:...
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary.
Maricopa County Library District: Gilbert Career Fair
All industries hiring event Thursday, July 31st from 11:00am to 2:00pm. With 20+ area employers on site, many are sure to find their perfect job! Brought to you by the Maricopa County Human Services Department.
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch and Learn – World Ranger Day
Today is World Ranger Day, and we’re celebrating by sharing some of our favorite places, pictures and experiences of the fabulous Maricopa County parks system with you. Join Ranger Kevin as we celebrate World Ranger Day! What do Maricopa County’s Interpretive Rangers do? What’s a typical day like? What’s it like to handle venomous animals?...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ask A Ranger (World Ranger Day)
We’re celebrating our Rangers for World Ranger Day! Come talk to Ranger Shaun about what it’s like to be a Ranger! Rangers go some pretty cool places and do some pretty weird things. Moreover, they LOVE to talk about it. So for World Ranger Day, we decided to let them. Come ask Ranger Shaun your...
Maricopa County Library District: Android Phone Help Desk
If you are having problems with your Android-based cell phone, bring it to the Sun City Library any Thursday afternoon. The Help Table is open from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on Thursdays at the library.
Glendale Public Library: Construct-O-Mania
Come build with us! Move from station to station exploring and building with a variety of different mediums. Use KEVA Planks, LEGOs or Lincoln Logs to bring your ideas to life! Whether you build with a friend or on your own, there will be something for children of all ages!
National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger hosting, but a few popular ones go over: wildlife in the park, plants in the park (including saguaros), local indigenous culture, park history and even...
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program - presented daily at 2:30 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up...
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Avondale Public Library: STEAM Lab at Civic Center Library
Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance. Please be aware that materials used are age specific and caregiver supervision is required. Open STEAM Lab (ages 6-12): Thursdays, 4 pm
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 thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202
Buckeye Public Library: STEAM
STEAM is science, technology, engineering, art, and math all wrapped into one. STEAM combines subjects that are known to increase critical thinking and problem-solving skills through fun and unique hands-on learning opportunities. As a means of enhancing the learning experience while demonstrating how all things are connected. Participants will be able to explore through curiosity...
Arizona Technology Council: Q3 VIP TECH MIXER – HOSTED BY ILLUME, SECOND SKY AND CREATIVE MACHINES
oin us for an exclusive evening at the Q3 VIP Tech Mixer, hosted by Illume, Second Sky, Creative Machines and the Arizona Technology Council! Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 31, and bring your creativity. Mingle with our esteemed board members, VIP guests, and fellow tech enthusiasts in a fun, vibrant, and playful setting. Enjoy...
Pima County Public Library: Windows More Resources
If using your computer still feels like a challenge, don't worry! Remember that learning how to use your computer will take time and practice. As you gain more experience, you'll start to feel more confident and comfortable with your computer. There are also several online resources you can use to learn more about your computer...
Tucson Medical Center: Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group
TMC's Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group brings together mothers to help each other find hope and healing from the baby blues, depression and anxiety - during and after pregnancy. This group is led by a facilitator, is open to the community, FREE and no registration is needed. Babies in arms welcome. We meet every Thursday...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – TP1 Blacklight Adventure Field Trip
After the sun sets, a whole new world awakens, largely unseen by most. Join Jeff Babson to explore the Huachuca Mountains at night and step into the nighttime world of moths and other insects. At historic Carr House, set at the entrance to Carr Canyon, we will set up a black (or UV) light to see what...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
Join Ranger Derik in the park as the sun sets and desert comes alive with the nocturnal creatures. The hike will cover 3 miles round trip as an out and back along the scenic trail on sandy flat trail. Hikers should bring plenty of water and wear protective clothing such as close-toed supportive shoes or...
Friday, August 1, 2025
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F1 Chasing Rarities Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F2 Warblers and Flycatchers Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F3 Miller Canyon Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F4 Fort Huachuca Canyons Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F5 Hummingbird Hunt Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F6 San Pedro River Trails Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -City of Chandler: Northern Arizona National Monuments Tour
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August 1, 2025 -Pima County Parks and Recreation: Nocturnal Ecology Hike
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August 1, 2025 -Tucson Botanical Gardens: $5 Fridays
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August 1, 2025 -Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
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August 1, 2025 -The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
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August 1, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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August 1, 2025 -The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
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August 1, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: Sewing Class
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August 1, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
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August 1, 2025 -Science Vortex Verde Valley: Little Learners’ STEAM Time
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August 1, 2025 -City of Chandler: Active Adults Brains and Balance Training
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August 1, 2025 -Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University: Take Flight Summer Camp [Golf]
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August 1, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Master Gardener Presents – Propagation and Grocery Store Hacks
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August 1, 2025 -Maricopa County Library District: Ask A Master Gardener
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August 1, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
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August 1, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: Origami Workshop
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August 1, 2025 -Chandler Public Library: K-12 Afterschool Tutoring
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August 1, 2025 -Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
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August 1, 2025 -Arizona Game and Fish: Habitat Project | Apache Maid Fence Project
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August 1, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Arizona Burn Foundation presents Milo & Moxie, Smart Safety Rangers
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August 1, 2025 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Open for FREE First Friday Night
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August 1, 2025 -HeatSync Labs: Young Makers
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August 1, 2025 -Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Back to School
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August 1, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – FP1 Bats Field Trip
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August 1, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F1 Chasing Rarities Field Trip
Join author and professional guide Rick Wright on an exciting day-long excursion to see what's new or unusual in SE Arizona. This trip's destinations will be based on recent bird reports in the area as well as the needs of the group. With no pre-planned destination, Rick will be free to chase after what's available in any...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F2 Warblers and Flycatchers Field Trip
Professional guide Homer Hansen will focus on characteristics, behaviors, and other clues for the identification of the flycatchers of SE Arizona. This field trip will visit many habitats to study these birds in the wild and will be useful for both the expert and beginner alike. It will start in the lowlands seeking kingbirds, Myiarchus flycatchers and Northern Beardless-Tyrannulet...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F3 Miller Canyon Field Trip
Join birding expert Jeff Babson on an exploration of one of the finest Huachuca Mountain Canyons. Miller Canyon is known to local birders as a reliable place to find Red-faced Warblers and there may even be a chance of a Mexican Spotted Owl. Other SE Arizona specialties including Arizona Woodpecker, Dusky-capped Flycatcher, Painted Redstart, Grace’s Warbler and...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F4 Fort Huachuca Canyons Field Trip
Enjoy a full day birding with professional guide, Matt Brown, on Arizona’s largest military base, famous for over a century for its Arizona specialties. We will cover a wide range of habitats from grasslands to pine-oak woodlands. At higher elevations, we will hope to encounter Elegant Trogon, Arizona Woodpecker, and Dusky-capped and Sulphur-bellied Flycatchers in Huachuca Canyon....
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F5 Hummingbird Hunt Field Trip
Sierra Vista is the Hummingbird Capital of the United States, so what better place can there be to hunt for hummingbirds. This exciting trip is led by professional bird guide Kristy Gallo, and will visit all of the best locations for hummingbirds in the Huachuca Mountains. As well as the regulars such as Rivoli’s, Broad-billed and...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – F6 San Pedro River Trails Field Trip
Join professional guide Jennie MacFarland on a half-day exploration of the San Pedro River which starts at the renowned Casa San Pedro. After a look at the feeders which attract many hummingbirds and other species, the tour will take you along the riverine habitat of the San Pedro River. The shady cottonwoods and lush riverside vegetation are...
City of Chandler: Northern Arizona National Monuments Tour
From sunrise to sunset, explore the cultural and geological history of three of Arizona's iconic national monuments! Discover the colorful and ancient landscapes of Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater, and Wupatki National Monuments. Marvel at the scenic wonders to discover their evolution through geologic time and natural history. Pack a sack lunch to enjoy in the...
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Nocturnal Ecology Hike
Join a naturalist for a guided hike through the desert after dark. Experience the Sonoran Desert as it comes to life after the sun sets. On this 2-mile, family-friendly hike we explore the nocturnal adaptations of desert wildlife that help them survive. All ages welcome. Meet at: precise location will be given upon registration.
Tucson Botanical Gardens: $5 Fridays
The coolest place in Midtown just got cooler! On Fridays through September 26, admission to the Gardens is just $5 (free to Members, as always). Enjoy a summer stroll under the canopy of 100-year-old shade trees, the lush green tones of over 20 specialty garden spaces, and a delicious $5 Friday Root Beer Float at...
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go...
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at Flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
Yavapai County Free Library District: Sewing Class
Join us on the first and third Friday of every month for our hands-on Sewing Class! Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we'll be using sewing machines to create fun and functional projects. If you have your own sewing machine, we recommend bringing it, but if not, there may...
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Little Learners’ STEAM Time
Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
City of Chandler: Active Adults Brains and Balance Training
Keep your mind in motion and feet on the ground. Designed for active adults who know the importance of staying mentally sharp and physically stable, this innovative class cleverly combines specific activities designed to improve your memory, reasoning, conceptualization, language and problem solving skills. You'll learn age-appropriate exercises to strengthen the core and reduce risk...
Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University: Take Flight Summer Camp [Golf]
"Take Flight" is a three-day immersive discovery flight "team experience" for a parent (or guardian) and their student. Parent/guardian participation in all camp activities (including flight) is mandatory for minors to participate. Designed to provide introductory flight training, the program is presented in three components across three days: Live flight training in beautiful north central...
Maricopa County Library District: Master Gardener Presents – Propagation and Grocery Store Hacks
Join Georgia Lord Library's Master Gardener Terri Kelly, noon-1pm. Presentations will be timely for the season covering topics from vegetable gardens, to landscape watering, to desert adapted plantings and everything in between. Master Gardeners provide outreach and education to our community. And they help bring science-based information on plants, gardens and landscapes to the public.
Maricopa County Library District: Ask A Master Gardener
Have a question about local gardening, local insects, and local plants? Come ask a master gardener your questions the first Friday of each month from 12-2 and learn about all these and more! Registration not required.
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
Stop by to chat with Ranger Eric and ask your nature-related questions or show your nature photos! Do you have questions about nature or the Sonoran Desert you’ve been wondering, or have animal or plant photos you want some help identifying? In honor of World Ranger Day this week (July 31), stop by and talk...
Yavapai County Free Library District: Origami Workshop
Each 1st Friday 1-4pm learn to fold new Origami designs! Free, paper provided, recommended for ages 10 and up. Younger folders will need parental assistance.
Chandler Public Library: K-12 Afterschool Tutoring
Looking for advanced academic support in math or English? The K–12 Afterschool Tutoring Program is held every Friday after school to help students build confidence and improve their skills. Whether it's homework help or test prep, we’re here to support your child’s growth! Led by experienced high school mentors, Olivia and Jaden, this program is...
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only two (2) parking spaces are available for visitors who are not guests of Casa de San Pedro B&B, and registration is required. Casa de San...
Arizona Game and Fish: Habitat Project | Apache Maid Fence Project
Apache Maid which is near Stoneman Lake in unit 6A we'll be building a logworm fence. Come join us for the weekend! Arizona Elk Society does amazing work in the forest whether it be building a fence, fixing a water catchment, clearing trees or reworking the land. Our goal is to benefit elk and with...
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Arizona Burn Foundation presents Milo & Moxie, Smart Safety Rangers
Learn about the importance of preventing burn injuries from our friends at the Arizona Burn Foundation. They will share storybook-based safety information with featured characters, Milo and Moxie, in the KIDchen!
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Open for FREE First Friday Night
The Museum is open from 5pm-9pm free of charge, on the first Friday of each month. Space is very limited, and guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Museum admission is not guaranteed due to extremely limited capacity. Please come prepared to wait outside for 45 minutes or more, and bring plenty of water for...
HeatSync Labs: Young Makers
Young Makers is our free form workshop night for passionate kids and their parents. We work with driven young people to empower them to turn their ideas into reality. No babysitting. No lectures. This is discovery learning and creation. Questions to: youngmakermentors@heatsynclabs.org HeatSync Labs is a makerspace with tools and equipment which create a community...
Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Back to School
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – FP1 Bats Field Trip
Join bat aficionado Karen Krebbs as we visit the semi-desert grassland to see agave food plants of bats up close. After sunset we’ll watch hummingbird feeders and/or agaves for Lesser Long-nosed Bats and Mexican Long-tongued Bats flying in for dinner. Attendees on this field trip will benefit from Karen's free lecture on Friday 1:30 PM (not a...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger 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, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and...
Saturday, August 2, 2025
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S1 Fort Huachuca Canyons Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S2 Patagonia/Sonoita Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S3 Saint David/Willcox Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S4 Las Cienegas NCA Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S5 Madera and Box Canyons Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S6 Big Day with Rick Wright Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S7 Chickadee Chase Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S8 San Pedro House & River Walk Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S9 Hunter Canyon Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S10 Ramsey Canyon Field Trip
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August 2, 2025 -Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Sunrise Hike
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August 2, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Monsoon Magic
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August 2, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk
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August 2, 2025 -Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
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August 2, 2025 -The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
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August 2, 2025 -Arizona Worm Farm: Summer Flowers, Herb, and Pollinators Gardening
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August 2, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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August 2, 2025 -Tucson Botanical Gardens: Herbal & Aromatic Oil Infusions
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August 2, 2025 -The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Edible Weeds Class
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August 2, 2025 -Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: ZooLittles Preschool Program
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August 2, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
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August 2, 2025 -Yavapai County Free Library District: Teen Musician Mechanics
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August 2, 2025 -Bright Side Bookshop: Flagstaff Through the Lens of Time Walking Tour
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August 2, 2025 -Phoenix Public Library: Ask A Master Gardener
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August 2, 2025 -Phoenix Public Library: BotBuddies LEGO Robotics Build-a-Thon
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August 2, 2025 -Lowell Observatory: Orbits Curiousity Eary Learners Camp – Constellations: Distance Between Stars
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August 2, 2025 -Phoenix Public Library: STEAM Time!
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August 2, 2025 -HeatSync Labs: LEGO Day
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August 2, 2025 -Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – World Ranger Day
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August 2, 2025 -Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: Summer DayTours – Uncover the Secrets of Our Mountaintop Observatory
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cactus Chronicles – The Saguaro
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
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August 2, 2025 -Phoenix Public Library: Let’s Build
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August 2, 2025 -Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at the San Pedro House
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August 2, 2025 -Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Back to School
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August 2, 2025 -Arizona – Sonora Desert Museum: Cool Summer Nights – Insectopia
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August 2, 2025 -Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SummerSky Program
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
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August 2, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S1 Fort Huachuca Canyons Field Trip
Enjoy a full day birding with professional guide and environmental educator, Jeff Babson, on Arizona’s largest military base, famous for over a century for its Arizona specialties. We will cover a wide range of habitats from grasslands to pine-oak woodlands. At higher elevations, we will hope to encounter Elegant Trogon, Arizona Woodpecker, and Dusky-capped and Sulphur-bellied Flycatchers...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S2 Patagonia/Sonoita Field Trip
Join professional tour leader Scott Olmstead for a trip to the Patagonia area. Patagonia is one of south-eastern Arizona’s best-known destinations for riparian birds. Specialties that can be found here include Gray and Zone-tailed Hawks, Violet-crowned Hummingbird, Thick-billed Kingbird, and Rufous-winged Sparrow. Good birding sites in Patagonia are numerous and our probable itinerary will include Harshaw Canyon,...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S3 Saint David/Willcox Field Trip
The focus of this trip with professional bird guide Homer Hansen will be the Benedictine’s Holy Trinity Monastery, a 132-acre site on the east side of the San Pedro River in St. David, Arizona. A popular retreat center, the grounds include a 1.3-mile birding trail, several small ponds, a pecan orchard, mesquite woodland, a working farm, and...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S4 Las Cienegas NCA Field Trip
A visit to what was formerly one of the Southwest’s largest cattle ranches. This expansive BLM National Conservation Area is home to Pronghorn Antelope, Prairie Dogs and a wide variety of birds. Professional guide Jennie MacFarland will visit rolling grasslands, mesquite thickets and cottonwood-lined Cienega Creek, one of the area’s only sources of permanent water, looking for...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S5 Madera and Box Canyons Field Trip
Join professional guide Matt Brown on a trip which will take you to Madera Canyon via Box Canyon and the Santa Rita grasslands and explore this famous birding site. For the last couple of years Box Canyon has hosted breeding Five-striped Sparrow and we will stop to look for this rare species, also hoping to see Varied...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S6 Big Day with Rick Wright Field Trip
Join author and international bird guide, Rick Wright, on a mini Big Day. The object on this trip will be to see as many different species as possible, covering the different habitats. SE Arizona is a region where bird species from Mexico, the Rockies, and both Sonoran and Chihuahuan Deserts can be found. Specialties like Gray...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S7 Chickadee Chase Field Trip
Join professional bird guide Richard Fray for a trip to the Chiricahua Mountains to search for the Mexican Chickadee. The trips starts with a drive across the Sulphur Spring Valley and chance to see grassland species before ascending into the Sierra Madrean pine-oak woodlands along past Pinery Canyon where we will look for Dusky-capped Flycatcher, Painted Redstart...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S8 San Pedro House & River Walk Field Trip
The San Pedro River is a vibrant green ribbon of life, its riparian vegetation forming an avian super highway through the desert for millions of migrants. Join naturalist guide Robert Weissler in an exploration of the lush cottonwood/willow forest which is home to Gray and Zone-tailed Hawks, Northern Beardless-Tyrannulet, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, low elevation warblers including Lucy's Warbler,...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S9 Hunter Canyon Field Trip
Join professional guide Kristy Gallo on a half-day hike up Hunter Canyon where the 2011 Miller Peak Wilderness fire left its mark, with the result being a unique combination of habitats that are home to a nice diversity of bird species. The initial hike is dominated by successional oak-scrub with birds like Crissal Thrasher, Woodhouse’s Scrub-Jay, Black-chinned...
Southwest Wings: Summer Festival – S10 Ramsey Canyon Field Trip
Join local bird expert, Dan Hoobler, on a visit to the world famous Ramsey Canyon in the Huachuca Mountains. Owned by The Nature Conservancy, this area has been a hot spot for birding for decades. The lower canyon is good for Montezuma and Gambel's Quails, Gila and Ladder-backed Woodpeckers, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and Black-headed...
Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Sunrise Hike
Get outside this summer with our staff on a family friendly educational hike! On this sunrise hike, learn about our unique collection plants, Sonoran Desert ecology, and meet our resident Sonoran Desert Tortoises. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes, sun protective clothing, and bring plenty of water. Sign up for this free hike at the...
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Monsoon Magic
Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? The thunderstorms of Tucson’s monsoon have the power to transform the Sonoran Desert during Arizona’s fifth season: the wet summer! Monsoon Magic is a mini-nature exhibit where you’ll learn about the wildlife and meteorology of the southwest’s summer rains. Come anytime between 7-9 a.m.! Follow signs for...
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk
Join docent Anne Leight for a walk around the preserve to look for and learn about birds. Look for and learn about birds of this desert oasis with seasoned birder, bird bander, and preserve docent Anne Leight on this guided, easy walk. Please bring your own binoculars if you have them, but some are available...
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go around the traffic circle until...
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at Flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers...
Arizona Worm Farm: Summer Flowers, Herb, and Pollinators Gardening
Join us as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover healthy soil makeup, plant spacing, light management, fertilizing, and companion planting. Plus! A focus on flowers and seed saving to attract pollinators season after season. *HEAT WARNING* Please come with a full bottle of very...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Herbal & Aromatic Oil Infusions
Explore the healing power of the desert in this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to craft herbal oil infusions using local plants like chaparral and rosemary, enhanced with therapeutic essential oils. Discover traditional and modern infusion methods, how to choose the right carrier oils, and how to incorporate essential oils for added benefits. Perfect for...
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Edible Weeds Class
Join our Gardens Manager, Sarah Armanovs for a class on edible weeds found in your own backyard!
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: ZooLittles Preschool Program
COME PLAY IN THE DIRT! ZooLittles is an exciting and dynamic program designed for pre-schoolers (ages 3 - 5) to help develop young children's’ physical, emotional, and intellectual growth through exciting hands-on experiences. This includes working in the zoo’s organic garden to understand soil, plant, and insect relationships. Children participate in worm composting & understanding its...
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Yavapai County Free Library District: Teen Musician Mechanics
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...
Bright Side Bookshop: Flagstaff Through the Lens of Time Walking Tour
Join ecologist, author, and photographer John L. Vankat for an easy, guided walk in downtown Flagstaff. Visit key locations highlighted in his book "The San Francisco Peaks and Flagstaff Through the Lens of Time." Discover what repeat photography can show us about changes in our mountain town and the San Francisco Peaks over the past 150...
Phoenix Public Library: Ask A Master Gardener
Do you have a garden problem? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden, but don't know where to start? Maricopa County Master Gardeners are here to answer your questions. Get answers and resources you need to care for your home garden and landscape.
Phoenix Public Library: BotBuddies LEGO Robotics Build-a-Thon
oin Cobra Robotics for an all day build-a-thon using FIRST Lego League SPIKE Kits and programming to build, program, and compete in a mini-challenge by the end of the day! Best fit for ages 10-14!
Lowell Observatory: Orbits Curiousity Eary Learners Camp – Constellations: Distance Between Stars
Created for children ages 3 to 6, these activity-based, hands-on camps explore science and include STEAM elements. Camps are usually held on the first and third Saturdays of each month unless otherwise noted. Even though there are two classes offered per month, the same lesson will be taught throughout a given month. These 90-minute camps...
Phoenix Public Library: STEAM Time!
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through self-guided tinkering. Join us to make, create and play!
HeatSync Labs: LEGO Day
This event is for families and children to use LEGO with supervision, with the purpose of unleashing their creativity and helping with problem-solving skills.
Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
We are all Scientists! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere! Every Saturday and Sunday at Noon; Saturday Brain...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – World Ranger Day
World Ranger Day is(was) July 31st so we’re celebrating the Rangers by letting them talk about themselves! Come find out a little about Ranger Shaun and what it’s like to be a Ranger. Rangers go some pretty weird places and do some pretty crazy things, and that’s not counting what happens at work! There’s a...
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: Summer DayTours – Uncover the Secrets of Our Mountaintop Observatory
Enjoy a captivating experience at the heart of our mountaintop observatory with our guided daytime tours! Discover the rich history of our unique site, from its origins as a Cold War early warning radar station to its current role as a leading astronomical research facility. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you on a 90-minute walking...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cactus Chronicles – The Saguaro
Discover the fascinating world of the saguaro cactus at this presentation-style program with Ranger Jacque! Join us for an hour-long presentation exploring the iconic saguaro cactus, a symbol of the Sonoran Desert. Through images and engaging discussions, we’ll highlight the distinctive features and ecological importance of these remarkable plants, which support numerous desert species. Attendees...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
Come by and visit Ranger Kevin to learn about some of the animals native to the Sonoran Desert. Have a picture of a critter, but don’t know what it is? Want to know what you might have seen scurrying across the trail? Drop in on this Discovery Station with Ranger Kevin. There will be objects...
Phoenix Public Library: Let’s Build
School-aged children are invited to drop by the Century Library and take on different building challenges. Join your fellow brick builders and join the fun.
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at the San Pedro House
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,...
Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Back to School
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and...
Arizona – Sonora Desert Museum: Cool Summer Nights – Insectopia
Let’s celebrate incredible insects and amazing arthropods! The Sonoran Desert is a hot spot of insect diversity and this is your chance to meet them. Get a bugs-eye view of many of the million species of arthropods that make the Sonoran Desert their home. Bring your flashlight and explore, grab a local beer and wander,...
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SummerSky Program
Discover what makes southern Arizona, particularly Tucson, so important to the field of Astronomy. Are you looking for a summer science adventure? Come learn more about astronomy and how you can play a role as a citizen scientist. This educational experience is open to all ages and backgrounds, no experience required - just a sense...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of adventure as we set off in search of scorpions. This is an approximately 2-mile hike along a variety of trails within the Preserve. We’ll be seeking out the three main types of scorpions native to our region. At the same time, we’ll keep our eyes open for other...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike
Join Ranger Nikki on an evening hike to search for a variety of nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you along the trails to seek out scorpions, owls, bats, kangaroo rats, stink bugs and more! The 1.6-mile route starts at Overton Trail in the Nature Center parking lot to make a balloon loop on GO...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Jacque on this guided nighttime adventure to search for scorpions along the trail using UV lights and learn about their unique adaptations. Discover the hidden world of scorpions on this Scorpion Safari! The adventure begins at the Four Peaks trailhead staging area, where restrooms and water fountains are available. The program starts with...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Learn about wildlife of the Sonoran Desert and easy citizen science you can help with on this late afternoon-evening hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to look for scorpions and other nocturnal wildlife on a short hike along the Waterfall Trail. Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Please bring...
Sunday, August 3, 2025
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August 3, 2025 -Pima County Parks and Recreation: Signs of the Season Phenology Walk
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August 3, 2025 -The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
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August 3, 2025 -Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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August 3, 2025 -Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
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August 3, 2025 -HeatSync Labs: 3D-Printer Day
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August 3, 2025 -Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
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August 3, 2025 -Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Tough Desert, Tougher Plants
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Signs of the Season Phenology Walk
Join us for a stroll along the Santa Cruz River to discover the seasonal rhythm of the desert. Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle events that are influenced by climate and weather, like blooming, migration, and nesting. Join us for a stroll along the Santa Cruz River as we gather data...
The Arboretum at Flagstaff: Plateau Perspectives – Nature Through Art
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at Flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
HeatSync Labs: 3D-Printer Day
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...
Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost
We are all Scientists! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere! Every Saturday and Sunday at Noon; Saturday Brain...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Tough Desert, Tougher Plants
Join Ranger Jacque for an insider’s glimpse into the world of Sonoran Desert plants on this easy-moderate sunset hike. Join us for a fascinating ranger-led hike as we uncover the secrets of Sonoran Desert plants and explore how they artfully master their unique landscape. In this two-hour experience, we’ll dive into desert plants, discovering the...