Participate in our exhilarating and captivating Chandler Nature Center Camp. Kids will explore the natural world through arts and crafts, hikes, physical activities, experiments, cooking projects, and traditional group games. They will also immerse themselves in educational activities tailored to each week's nature theme for an enriching experience. Before the first day of camp please...

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 – 7:00am - 9:00am Location – Meet with staff at the main Entry Station. Volunteers needed - Up to 100 What should the volunteers bring?...

Welcome to winter! This kamp session will offer a variety of physical activities, games, crafts, music and science projects. Your child will have a BLAST! Please bring a water bottle with child's name, (2) snacks and one lunch each day to kamp. Close-toed shoes with laces are required for physical activities and to climb the...

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Help count birds at Estrella Mountain Regional Park or in the surrounding area for the Phoenix-Tres Rios Christmas Bird Count on Dec. 22!   Would you like to go birding with others and help count birds for citizen science for a day in the south Valley? Then sign up for the Monday, December 22  Phoenix-Tres Rios Christmas Bird Count!...

We will walk a route that navigates habitats not normally visited at Danny Lopez Park (formerly Columbus Park) along with touching the traditional spots. This is not an easy ¾ mile walk around Silverbell Lake, but a 1.75-mile trek over some uneven terrain.  There are bathrooms, benches, shade, and water but we will only occasionally be near...

Do you love herpetology? Spend the day with us learning about all of the different species of reptiles! Get up close and personal with crocodilians, snakes, lizards, turtles/tortoises and more! Reptile Day camp will focus on ALL types of reptiles such as crocodilians, lizards, snakes, turtles/tortoises and even some amphibians! Day camp will use a...

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three...

Heat up your winter break and chill out with cool science at CAMP INNOVATION's Fire & Ice! Young scientists in Grades 1-6 will dive into the sizzling and freezing extremes of science through hands-on experiments, exciting demonstrations, and engaging activities that explore the power of heat and the wonders of cold.   Ages 5 -...

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter. Create a unique, personalized Christmas tree ornament to take home.

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...

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...

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...

Get in the Holiday spirit by learning about plants like Desert Mistletoe, Christmas Cactus, and more in this casual family friendly program. We will also discuss how our animals can survive the colder weather of the desert, and why they chose to stay. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No registration required, just drop by between 2pm-4pm!

Do you love astronomy? Come experience the beautiful night sky! West Valley Astronomy Club will be here with telescopes to view our wonderful sky at night! We'll start with a presentation on astronomy and telescopes, then move to the parking lot to view the moon and stars through the many telescopes that the club will...

Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also talking about anything such as plants or animals that are of interest along the way. We will see the sunset, a beautiful mountain view, and maybe some evening critters as well. You may bring your blacklight and regular flashlight to look for evening critters(optional)....

Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot during this holiday season and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors! The Magical Christmas Journey® is based on the storybook, and the tale includes Princess Noel (a kind-hearted girl who transforms into a princess), Flurry, (a real bald eagle), Santa, Mrs Claus, elves and Canyon Critters. Enjoy festive...

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Liberty Wildlife and Apache Storyteller/Native Flute Ken Duncan will be present. DATES: Nov. 29-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30 TIMES: 5:30-9:30 p.m. PRICE: Adult: Members $40.95, General Admission $45.95 | Children: Members $19.95, General Admission $21.95

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Come spend the day with the snakes of PHS while learning all about your new scaley friends! Snake day camp is sure to be a slithering good time! Snake Day camp will focus on the five main snake families: colubridae, boidae, pythonidae, elapidae, and viperidae. Snake camp will use a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art,...

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three...

Children will immerse themselves in the town of Whoville and the story of the Grinch! They will design machines to help the Grinch with his sneaky mission to ruin Christmas, build the city of Whoville, and create sleds to get from the top of Mt. Crumpit to the city of Whoville! No matter what the...

The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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!

Today's Activity: Speedy Sled Put your creativity and engineering skills to the test! In this hands-on program, participants will design and build their own mini sleds using a variety of craft materials. Once your sled is complete, you’ll send it down our indoor “hill” to see how fast it can go! Experiment with different shapes,...

Looking for something to do with the kids over winter break? You found it! Join Ranger Jacque for this 1 to 1.4 mile out and back walk on the Tortoise trail. Prior to the hike, we’ll talk about the Junior Ranger program, set up every young person with their own activity book, and then we’ll...

Give the gift of blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive! Appointment times can be found by going to www.redcrossblood.org and selecting the "Donating Blood" option. Masks are optional.

Join us for Early STEM, an early childhood program with a science, technology, engineering, and math approach. Interactive learning stations help cement important learning concepts and prepare children for preschool. 10am in the new Kids Play Space.

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...

Follow Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from China, as they learn about the night sky and even take an imaginary trip to the Moon! They find out that even though China is far away, we all share the same sky. This show is presented by Vail School District. Audience: Pre-K Audiences...

An award-winning series of seven immersive shorts sharing diverse cultural sky stories—from Greek Orion and Navajo Thunderbird to Hawaiian wayfinding and Indian observatories—celebrating how humanity across time finds patterns and tools under our one sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...

Take advantage of our 45-minute one-on-one help for anyone who needs basic assistance with cell phone, tablet or computer use, downloading e-books, streaming movies, and more. Adults 18+. Appointment required. Call or email to schedule an appointment. (623) 333-2665 EmailLibrary@avondaleaz.gov

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...

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. Bring your homework, your tests, your notes, everything you need to work on the grade you want. Tom Rogowski is a former high school...

Come build something fun with LEGOs and other kids! For all ages students, kids under 5 must be supervised by their parents. Free, LEGOs provided, leave your own LEGOs at home.

Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO! Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO blocks will be provided.

In LEGO Club you will build your own creations that will stay on display in the library all week. For more information call 928-532-4070.

Join Diane Stallings, author and longtime meditation teacher, as she takes you through a 30 minute guided meditation while teaching strategies for handling stress.

Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot during this holiday season and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors! The Magical Christmas Journey® is based on the storybook, and the tale includes Princess Noel (a kind-hearted girl who transforms into a princess), Flurry, (a real bald eagle), Santa, Mrs Claus, elves and Canyon Critters. Enjoy festive...

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Liberty Wildlife and Apache Storyteller/Native Flute Ken Duncan will be present. DATES: Nov. 29-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30 TIMES: 5:30-9:30 p.m. PRICE: Adult: Members $40.95, General Admission $45.95 | Children: Members $19.95, General Admission $21.95

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Learn all about Turtles and Tortoises and what makes them different from each other! Tortoise day camp is filled with animal interactions, games, and fun crafts for all! Tortoise Day camp will focus on the main differences between turtles and tortoises. If you like to spend time outside with tortoises, this is the day for...

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three...

The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....

The lab is open! Bring your projects, get excited, and make things!       HeatSync Labs is a 501(c)3 nonprofit hackerspace in Mesa, Arizona dedicated to helping you get access to the tools and skills you need to make awesome stuff. Remember we have no staff; we're made up entirely of volunteers including you!...

Join Tucson Bird Alliance for a garden bird walk at Tohono Chul! This popular destination near the intersection of Ina and Oracle Roads has cultivated gardens, art exhibits, and winding trails with many typical birds of the Sonoran Desert and its suburban habitats. Hummingbirds, in particular, flock to the gardens to enjoy the abundance of...

October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.

Maybe you don’t celebrate. Maybe you just wanted to do something new. Maybe your out-of-town family wants to see the desert. Maybe you just want to get everyone out-of-your-house! Either way, Ranger Shaun’s got you. Come on out and take a stroll for the holidays. Take in the beauty of Cave Creek along this roughly...

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

A fun, beautifully animated fulldome show about cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins—revealing how hydrogen and carbon formed in the universe and how we are, quite literally, made of stars! Audience: Younger audiences Style: Fulldome film + live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science center exhibits...

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!

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...

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

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.

Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...

Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot during this holiday season and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors! The Magical Christmas Journey® is based on the storybook, and the tale includes Princess Noel (a kind-hearted girl who transforms into a princess), Flurry, (a real bald eagle), Santa, Mrs Claus, elves and Canyon Critters. Enjoy festive...

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Maybe you don’t celebrate. Maybe you just wanted to do something new. Maybe your out-of-town family wants to see the desert. Maybe you just want to get everyone out-of-your-house! Either way, Ranger Shaun’s got you. Come on out and take a stroll for the holidays. Learn a little about the desert and the history of...

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

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  

Are you working in artificial intelligence, data science, or machine learning? Whether you're a developer, researcher, startup founder, or aspiring tech enthusiast — AIDataTech Connect is your go-to AI networking event online designed to foster career growth, real-time collaboration, and innovation exchange in a dynamic, community-driven environment. This event brings together a global virtual AI community meetup hosted on a flexible...

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

 A trip for beginning or visiting birders who want to learn about Sonoran Desert birds that favor mesquite bosques (forests) and washes. We’ll explore the riparian zone along the Agua Caliente wash and practice identifying birds by shape, sound, color, and behavior. We’ll make connections between the birds and plants in this preserve. Meet in the parking...

What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over...

Do you like tiny geckos and huge iguanas? What about legless lizards? Spend the day with lizards of all shapes and sizes in Lizard Day Camp! Lizards are such a neat group of reptiles! This day camp will take a look at geckos, monitors, iguanas and other types of lizards from around the world. Lizard...

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three...

The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Let your creativity soar, brick by brick! Join us every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month from 10am to noon for a fun, hands-on LEGO experience where imagination, engineering, and teamwork come together.  Whether you're a master builder or just getting started, there's something for everyone in Little Architects! Most sessions will focus on...

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  

Embark on the ultimate space vacation with a visiting alien family exploring our solar system’s top sights. Soar over Pluto, dive past Miranda’s cliffs, and stroll Mars’ surface in this fun, immersive adventure for younger audiences. Audience: Pre-K audiences Style: Fulldome film + live star talk   All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access...

Extreme Weather takes you to the front lines of our planet’s most intense natural forces—from melting glaciers and massive tornadoes to raging wildfires. Stunning visuals and expert insight reveal how climate change fuels these powerful, interconnected events. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + Earth science talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium...

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...

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes!  Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena.  This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...

Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...

Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch  7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, United States  

When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall...

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Liberty Wildlife and Apache Storyteller/Native Flute Ken Duncan will be present. DATES: Nov. 29-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30 TIMES: 5:30-9:30 p.m. PRICE: Adult: Members $40.95, General Admission $45.95 | Children: Members $19.95, General Admission $21.95

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Learn how to prepare your stone fruit (NOT citrus) trees for a bountiful spring harvest by hard pruning during the winter. Pruning is the healthiest way to manage tree size and shape to ensure an accessible harvest. In this class you will get hands-on experience pruning stone fruit trees in our food forest. This class...

What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over...

Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them unique. Some binoculars...

Learn to plant a Pomegranate and Fig Trees and take home a complete package: Starter tree, plus compost, worm castings, and mulch. We will show you how to make this a success! Class includes 50% discount on Worm Casting Tea.

Join us for a 90-minute walk around the Phoenix Zoo where we will learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting and capturing emotion. On our walk, we will cover how to photograph through fences, glass and foliage in addition to learning more about the Phoenix Zoo and the natural world. At the end of...

The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....

Bring your family and join Ranger Olivia on this slow-paced family friendly hike.   This hike will be along the Horseshoe trail, which is mostly flat with some small-medium sized rocks underfoot. We will be hiking an easy 1.5-2 miles out and back with breaks along the way to learn about the desert around us! There are restrooms...

Explore the lower foothills of Usery on a rewarding 4.6-mile loop that connects the Lost Sheep, Moon Rock, Blevins, and Chain Fruit trails. This hike is easy- moderate due to the distance, sandy sections, and a slight and gradual elevation gain of approximately 200 feet. We'll hike at a comfortable pace, discovering desert life and...

Do you have a child that loves gardening? This class is for kids from ages 6 to 9 (a bit younger is OK if your child is focused). It's fun, interactive, and educational! This class will teach you everything you need to know about growing vegetables and flowers in a container. Price: $25 (covers up...

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Join us for a day to prepare for caring for baby! This class combines our Baby Care ABCs and Infant CPR courses. Register under mom's name and feel free to bring a support person along with you.

This class focuses on expectant parents planning for a less medicated birth. In addition to the basic elements of the "Preparation for Childbirth" class, this class provides specific comfort and coaching techniques for each stage of labor. Breathing, visualization, relaxation and other resources are emphasized and practiced to empower expectant moms and give them confidence...

This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.

Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, a chuckwalla, a tarantula and a Gila monster. (The tortoises will be asleep this time of year). Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the trail. If you plan to hike before or...

Learn how to prepare your stone fruit (NOT citrus) trees for a bountiful spring harvest by hard pruning during the winter. Pruning is the healthiest way to manage tree size and shape to ensure an accessible harvest. In this class you will get hands-on experience pruning stone fruit trees in our food forest. This class...

The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the complete hard rock ore extraction process, with the mine shaft, tramway, ore carts, crushing and extraction, that are always on display, but operated only during these events. The highlight is Arizona’s only fully operational ten-stamp ore crushing mill. The ten 1,000-lb...

October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.

Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential!...

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

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...

This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity to come and meet some of the animals at Estrella such as, snakes, scorpion, and even a tarantula! At this program you will get to ask questions, learn new things, and possibly even touch a snake.

Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and a thrilling dive into our galaxy’s core. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk      All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...

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...

A fun, beautifully animated fulldome show about cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins—revealing how hydrogen and carbon formed in the universe and how we are, quite literally, made of stars! Audience: Younger audiences Style: Fulldome film + live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science center exhibits...

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...

Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you. Engaging in creative activities like crafting can stimulate your brain, boost focus, and reduce stress. 1pm - 3pm

Need an activity to keep the kids busy this winter break? See Ranger Kevin to get started in the County Park system’s Junior Ranger program.   Come see Ranger Kevin to learn everything you need to know about the Junior Ranger program! He’ll get you set up with the activity book and even point you in...

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...

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

Looking for something to do with the kids over winter break? You found it! Join Ranger Kevin for this 1.3-mile hike on the Black Rock Loop trail. Prior to the hike, we’ll talk about the Junior Ranger program, set up every young person with their own activity book, and then we’ll actually do some of...

Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...

Join Ranger Nikki on a 2-mile walk on easy terrain among saguaros and other cacti as the sun sets on the horizon. We will also be looking and listening for signs of nocturnal critters becoming active, such as nighthawks, poorwills, owls, coyotes and more. The route is an out-and-back walk on the Service Road. The...

When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall...

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Liberty Wildlife and Apache Storyteller/Native Flute Ken Duncan will be present. DATES: Nov. 29-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30 TIMES: 5:30-9:30 p.m. PRICE: Adult: Members $40.95, General Admission $45.95 | Children: Members $19.95, General Admission $21.95

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 other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will...

Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also identify some major constellations with a laser pointer, and hear stories connected to them. Bring your sky-related questions! Family friendly program. Restrooms and water are available nearby. NO pets, please. MEETING...

Head up to the Open Deck Observatory on Saturday, August 23 to meet Lowell planetary astronomer Dr. Larry Wasserman! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the...

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Diamond in the Desert is a premier STEM and robotics signature event that brings together top Elementary, Middle School, and High School VEX teams from across the country and around the world. Over four days, students dive into hands-on engineering, coding, and problem-solving as they showcase their robots in a high-energy, world-class competition environment. Teams...

What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over...

Ever noticed the Crested Saguaros in the preserve? Come ride with us to see a large number scattered throughout the north. This 2.5 hour ride will cover 10 miles and is rated Advanced Skill and Vigorous Cardio. A bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please, no road bikes, hybrids, or folding bikes. Please check...

The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

Explore the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Nikki and learn about some of the plants and animals that you can see along the trails at San Tan, including a variety of birds, reptiles, mammals, trees, shrubs and cacti. Kids can also learn how to become a Jr. Ranger and receive a workbook to take home. This...

Follow Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from China, as they learn about the night sky and even take an imaginary trip to the Moon! They find out that even though China is far away, we all share the same sky. This show is presented by Vail School District. Audience: Pre-K Audiences...

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...

Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and a thrilling dive into our galaxy’s core. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk      All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...

Explore the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Nikki and learn about some of the plants and animals that you can see along the trails at San Tan, including a variety of birds, reptiles, mammals, trees, shrubs and cacti. Kids can also learn how to become a Jr. Ranger and receive a workbook to take home. This...

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...

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...

When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall...

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Liberty Wildlife and Apache Storyteller/Native Flute Ken Duncan will be present. DATES: Nov. 29-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30 TIMES: 5:30-9:30 p.m. PRICE: Adult: Members $40.95, General Admission $45.95 | Children: Members $19.95, General Admission $21.95