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WWWWHHHAAATT ISS TTTHHEEE AAARRIZZOOONNA SSSCCITTTEECCHH FFFEESSTTTIVVVAAAL??The Arizona SciTech Festival is Arizona’s BIGGEST celebration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) held annually in February and March. Over 800 organizations have partnered to showcase the science all around us with over 1,000 events statewide! Join us on an exciting adventure to explore the science and technology occurring through arts, education, engineering and innovation - all in your own backyard.

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2016EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Collect stamps at various Arizona SciTech Festival events to win prizes!See azscitech.org/passport for more information.

PASSPORT

See azscitech.org for a full list of events

EEVVENTT HIGHHLIGHHTS:

1/23

10:00AM – 2:00PM

SciTech Fest at the El Mirage Public

Safety Day Gateway Park

10100 N El Mirage Rd, El Mirage

1/26

4:15PM - 5:15PM

Math and Musical Instruments1303 E. University Blvd., TucsonUA, ENR2 S395

1/30

5:00PM - LATE

Phoenix Global Game Jam 2016University of Advancing Technology 2625 W. Baseline Rd, Tempe

2/3

8:00AM - 12:30PM

The Key to Employment for the 21st Century SymposiumUA Student Union Ballroom 1303 E. University Blvd. TucsonPima County HS Students learn about high tech industries and career paths.

2/5 – 2/7

FR. 12-10PM, SA. 10AM-10PM, SU. 12-5PM

Glendale Science of ChocolateHistoric Downtown Glendale Glendale Ave. & 55th – 59th Ave., Glendale

2/6

9:00AM - 3:00PM

Buckeye Air Fair & SciTech Festival Buckeye Municipal Airport3000 S. Palo Verde Rd., Buckeye

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Motoring Thru Time & Heritage FestivalHeritage & Science Park 113 N. 6th St., Phoenix

4:00PM - 8:00PM

Night of the Open Door @ ASU West4701 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale See opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

2/12

4:00PM - 8:00PM

Night of the Open Door @ ASU Downtown411 N. Central Ave. PhoenixSee opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

2/13

1:00PM - 3:00PM

I Love Science Day!Arizona Museum of Natural History53 N. Macdonald, Mesa - $

The Key to Employment for the 21st Century Symposium

Buckeye Air Fair & SciTech Festival

A SPECIAL THANKS to our Offi cial Arizona SciTech Festival Hubs helping to represent the festival to their local communities!

MARICOPA COUNTY LIBRARIES Acadia LibraryAvondale Civic LibraryBasha LibraryBurton Barr LibraryCesar Chavez Library Cholla Library Desert Foothills LibraryDowntown Chandler LibraryFountain Hills LibraryGoodyear Branch Library Guadalupe Branch LibraryHamilton LibraryIronwood LibraryJuniper LibraryLitchfi eld Branch LibraryMesquite LibrarySaguaro Library

Sam Garcia LibrarySoutheast Regional LibrarySunset LibraryYucca Library

PIMA COUNTY LIBRARIESJoel Valdez LibraryValencia Branch LibraryWheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Branch LibraryWoods Memorial Branch Library

COMMUNITY LOCATIONSArizona Science CenterGilbert Riparian ObservatoryHeatSync LabsPueblo Grande Museum Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado

Audubon Center

SSSTTARRGAZZINGGAstronomy Nights at Mesa Community

CollegeEast Valley Astronomy Club Public Star Party

at Gilbert Riparian PreserveStar Fest at Lowell Observatory (Flagstaff)Stargazing at Gilbert Rotary Centennial

ObservatoryStargazing for Everyone at White Tank,

Usery, Lake Pleasant & San Tan Mountain Parks

Star Party at Fountain Hills Branch LibraryStar Party at C.O. Greenfi eld (Phoenix) Star Party at PVCC at Black Mountain

(Scottsdale)

WWWWORRKSHHOPPS3D Astronomy Shows at ASU’s Marston

Exploration Theater (Tempe)How things Fly, Imagine Rockets at Pima Air

& Space Museum (Tucson) Human Spacefl ight: History and Future at

Nanini Library (Tucson) Mission to Space at El Pueblo Library

(Tucson) Nano Days at Challenger Space Center

(Peoria) Preschool Storytime: Space! at Kirk-Bear

Canyon and Quincie Douglas Libraries (Tucson)

Simulated Missions at Challenger Space Center (Peoria)

Aerospace & Astronomy EventsArizona is a hot bed for aerospace & astronomy with dozens of star parties, workshops, exhibits, conferences and stargazing events occurring all over the state. Find your event at azscitech.org.

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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

NIGHT OF THEOPEN DOORMore than 300 activities and experiences! ASU Night of the Open Door showcases inspiring innovations and discoveries in art, communications, engineering, health, humanities, sciences, culture and technology throughout our five campuses. Register now to attend in 2016!

opendoor.asu.edu

WestSaturday, Feb. 6, 4-8 p.m.

Downtown PhoenixFriday, Feb. 12, 4-8 p.m.

PolytechnicFriday, Feb. 19, 5-9 p.m.

ThunderbirdSaturday, Feb. 20, 4-8 p.m.

TempeSaturday, Feb. 27, 4-9 p.m.

ASU Night of the Open Door is

a Signature Event and ASU is

a Foundational Partner of the

Arizona SciTech Festival.

1#in the U.S. for innovation

#2 Stanford #3 MIT

EVVVENNT HHHIGGHHLIIGHTS:

2/18

7:00AM - 3:30PM

Sahuarita SciTech STEMtacular Passport ExperienceSahuarita Middle School350 W. Sahuarita Rd., Sahuarita30+ regional organizations partner with the Town of Sahuarita to provide a STEM learning experience for 1,200+ Sahuarita Middle School students.

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Bear Essential Young Reporter Night OSIRIS REx Asteroid Sample Mission Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

2/19

5:00PM - 9:00PM

Night of the Open Door @ ASU Polytechnic7001 E. Williams Field Rd., MesaSee opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

5:00PM - 8:00PM

RoboFestAvondale Elementary School District Offi ce 295 W. Western Ave., Goodyear Learn about the world of robotics with robot games and build challenges.

6:00PM - 10:00PM

Chandler’s Science Spectacular: Night of Art & ScienceDowntown ChandlerArizona Ave. S. of Chandler Blvd., ChandlerExperience the science behind the art with demonstrations from local artists and guests.

7:30PM – 9:30PM

SciTech Festival @GCCGlendale Community College - North Campus5727 West Happy Valley Rd., Phoenix Experience stargazing, build a comet, make lightning and a straw rocket, fi re, explosions, glow-in-the-dark “Chemical Madness” show and more!

2/19 – 2/21

SEE AZSCITECH.ORG FOR TIMES

Strong TIES Turn Up for STEMPhoenix College1202 W. Thomas Rd., PhoenixFriday science to hip-hop battle, coding hackathon, game development and more.

2/20

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Family SciFestChildren’s Museum Tucson200 S. 8th Ave., TucsonFamilies explore hands-on demonstrations with aerospace sciences, astronomy, biology, engineering, physics and more!

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Chandler’s Science Spectacular: Science SaturdayDowntown ChandlerArizona Ave. S. of Chandler Blvd., ChandlerInteractive activities by technology companies, schools and more.

4:30PM - 8:00PM

Night of the Open Door @ ThunderbirdThunderbird School of Global Management1 Global Pl., GlendaleSee opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

10:00AM - 2:00PM

START the SparkWest-MEC Aviation Facility5405 N. 99th Ave, GlendaleComputer coding, green screen technology, catapults, mindstorms, laser engravers and more.

12:00PM - 4:00PM

North Valley STEAM CelebrationParadise Valley Community College18401 N. 32nd St., PhoenixJoin students, faculty, community members, and local businesses as they showcase how they use STEAM on a daily basis.

9:30AM - 3:00PM

SW Valley SciTech Crawl at the Tale of Two Cities Estrella Mountain Community College3000 N. Dysart Rd, Avondale


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Sahuarita SciTech STEMtacular Passport Experience

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2/25

11:00AM - 3:00PM

Arizona Science Center STEM Day with the Phoenix SunsTalking Stick Resort Arena201 E Jefferson St Phoenix 85004 - $

2:00PM - 6:00PM

GCC STEAM Festival & Open HouseGlendale Community College 6000 W. Olive Ave, Glendale

2/25 – 2/27

SEE WWW.EAC.EDU/SCITECHFESTIVAL/ FOR TIMES & LOCATIONS

Gila Valley Health & Science FestivalEastern Arizona College North & Discovery Park Campus 40+ hands-on activities with make-and-takes, a magic show, high-tech machinery and the opportunities to talk with STEM professionals in the community.

2/27

9:00AM - 4:00PM

Celebrating Your Library Featuring The Science of a Healthy ChildCoyote Branch Library21699 W. Yuma Ln. #116, Buckeye

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Prescott Regional SciTechFestPrescott Gateway Mall3250 Gateway Blvd., Prescott Celebrate education, research, collaboration, innovation and economic growth with STEM+A activities.

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Science of the City Civic Center Mall (east area)3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., ScottsdaleLearn about the gadgets and gizmos, demo the latest technologies and get a behind-the-scenes look at how the city functions.

EVEENTT HIGHLLIGGHTS::

11:00AM - 3:00PM

Fountain Hills SciTech FestivalFountain Hills Great FairAve. of the Fountains & Saguaro, Fountain HillsFountain Hills Unifi ed School District will present interactive STEAM exhibits and demonstrations as part of the Fountain Hills Great Fair.

4:00PM - 9:00PM

Night of the Open Door @ ASU TempeUniversity Dr. & Mill Ave., TempeSee opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities


Gila Valley Health & Science Festival

Night of the Open Door @ ASU Tempe

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Science of the City, Feb. 27Climb into the driver’s seat and operate the robotic arm of a 32-ton garbage truck. It’s just one of the hands-on experiences you’ll enjoy exploring the trucks, machinery and technology used to maintain Scottsdale’s great quality of life. You’ll also get a chance to meet and view the inventions of Scottsdale’s brightest science students.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

For more information, visit: ScottsdaleAZ.gov and search “Science of the City”

Scottsdale Spring Training Festival, March 5This award-winning, family-friendly festival brings together the best of baseball. Fans can enjoy hands-on activities focused around the science of baseball, meet and greets, storytellers, skill tests, memorabilia vendors, food,

Don’t miss the Cactus League Hall of Fame induction ceremony and a free family movie under the stars starting at 7 p.m.

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

For more information, visit: ScottsdaleAZ.gov and search “Spring Training Festival”

Leap into the Future Days Feb. 29 and March 1 Peer into the future and discover what’s coming next as Scottsdale Community College presents two evenings of thought-provoking programs and discussions. Learn how to become a futurist and what innovations are in the works for computers, nanotechnology, math, medicine and more. Join the experts as they take us to the frontiers of science and technology. Also, be sure to visit Toad Hall at the Center for Native and Urban Wildlife – open both nights from 5 to 9:30 p.m.

6:30 to 9:30 each night at SCC Science Lecture Building, Room 116, 9000 E. Chaparral Road.

Visit: Scottsdalecc.edu for more information

Scottsdale Science WeekFeb. 27 - March 5Learn, explore and be amazed!Bring this ad to any of the events listed here for a free collectable gift

Scottsdale Science Week is a partnership between the city of Scottsdale,

celebrate local research, innovation and education in the sciences.

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EXPLORE THE SCIENCE BEHIND ARIZONA’S TOP ATTRACTIONS

SAFFORDLocated along the south bank of the Gila River, Safford is brimming with natural encounters. Grab a kayak or canoe and splash into the head waters of the Gila River where you can put your skills to the test, or climb the peaks of Mount Graham International Observatory at 7,000 feet. If you’re looking for a more relaxed atmosphere, then grab binoculars and discover the birds and wildlife of the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area.

SciTech eventGila Valley Health and Science Festival (February 25-27)

Arizona is full of engineering marvels, scientifi c innovations, natural wonders and cultural creations. Follow the SciTech gecko and check out all of the interesting ancient and modern Science and Technology throughout Arizona. Get a complete list of SciTech events at Azscitech.org/events.

ORO VALLEYIn Oro Valley, discover Mount Lemmon, known as the “southernmost ski resort,” skiing is possible during the winter, and picturesque hiking and camping happens any other time of the year. Stop by Naranja Park which features the Oro Valley Archery Range, open to all ages and skill levels, and trails to either bike, hike or walk your dog.

SciTech eventsBASIS Oro Valley Engineering Expo (February 14)

Gila River Rafting

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PRESCOTTEstablished as the original capital of Arizona, Prescott has more than 700 homes and businesses listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tour the Victorian treasures and experience the “living history ” at the Sharlot Hall Museum. Explore the shops and restaurants surrounding the spiritual and physical centerpiece of “Everybody’s Hometown,” the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza–considered both a great urban space and community gathering spot. Prescott is also home to the world-renowned Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where many of the nation’s top aeronautical scientists and engineers are trained.

SciTech event Prescott Regional SciTech Fest (February 27) Prescott 8th Annual Chalk It Up (April 16 & 17)

Lowell Observatory

FLAGSTAFFWhether you’re fascinated with space, or just like to stare up at the stars, Flagstaff has an unparalleled view of the night sky. Named the world’s fi rst International Dark-Sky City, you can take advantage of unfettered stargazing at Lowell Observatory on Mars Hill. While there, visit the telescope that was used to discover Pluto in 1930.

Flagstaff Festival of Science (September 23 - October 2)

PEORIAA place for families and groups, Peoria is where great memories are made. Home to the only Smithsonian Institution in the Greater Phoenix area, the Challenger Space Center of Arizona offers astronomy training and simulated space missions to delight all ages. This region is also home to Lake Pleasant, Arizona’s second largest lake. At Lake Pleasant Regional Park, there are opportunities for fi shing, camping, hiking, boating and wildlife viewing. In the spring, take the family out to Spring Training baseball games at Peoria Sports Complex and cheer the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres.

SciTech eventLego Day (February 13) Public Simulated Mission-Rendezvous with a Comet (February 20) Nano Days (March 26)

VERDE VALLEYThe Verde Valley is a wonderland encompassed by both natural and cultural creations. Take a safari ride through the savannah of Out of Africa Wildlife Park and soar through the park on the Zippin’ Safari zipline. Kayak, hike and bird watch through the Verde River Greenway—one of Arizona’s last free-fl owing rivers. Step back into the past, and take a ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad, where you can follow the Verde River and enjoy the red rocks of the valley.

SciTech eventsVerde Valley Archeology Fair (March 19-20) Verde Valley SciTech Festival (April 2-8)

GLOBE / MIAMIKnown for its historic past, the Globe-Miami area is fi lled with interesting places to see and explore. Nestled in the Pinal Mountains, lies the Old Dominion Historic Mine Park, where your imagination can be transported back to the mine’s boom-days. Beyond the mines, examine the restored 700-year-old Salado Pueblo at the Besh-ba-Gowah Archeological Park where you can view what life was like in pre-Columbian times.

SciTech event2016 Gila County STEM Fest (April 23)

TEMPETempe, home of Arizona State University, not only attracts college students but entrepreneurs, athletes and art lovers. Tempe Town Lake brings together the Greater Tempe area for music, art, culture and athletic events for the entire community to enjoy. Take a walk down Mill Avenue to experience the local tastes of the diverse restaurants, cafes, and taverns. Also take advantage of more than 13 miles of hiking trails at Papago Park where you can hike or bike.

SciTech eventsASU Night of the Open Door @ Tempe (February 27)Geeks Night Out: Discover the Science (March 3)

SIERRA VISTAThe region is home to Ft. Huachuca, leading in research of unmanned systems for national defense. Also as a place of nature and wildlife, the community of Sierra Vista has plenty of places to examine and discover. Garden Canyon, located within Fort Huachuca, hosts a variety of wildlife, native plant-life, brooking streams and ancient petroglyphs. Located south of Sierra Vista, the Ramsey Canyon Preserve in Hereford, is home to 15 species of hummingbirds, long-nosed bats, Chiricahua leopard frogs, black bears and more.

SciTech eventsComputer Challenge (March 4)Math and Science Experience (April 29)

Besh-ba-Gowah

Tempe Town Lake

Out of Africa Wildlife Park

Kitt Peak National Observatory

TUCSONWhen the sun goes down, the stars come out in Tucson and the perfect place to view them is at Kitt Peak National Observatory. Located in the Quinlan Mountains of the Sonoran Desert, this observatory is the center for ground-based nighttime astronomy in the United States. Take advantage of Tucson’s “dark skies” and observe the stars and Milky Way with a professional astronomer during the Nightly Observing Program— a popular program for all ages.

SciTech eventsThe Key to Employment for the 21st Century Symposium (February 3)Future Innovators Night at SARSEF (March 4)Science City at the Tucson Festival of Books (March 12 & 13)

Ft. Huachuca

2/29 - 3/1

6:30PM – 8:00PM

Leap into the Future Days Scottsdale Community College SL-116How will mathematics, computing, informatics, nanotechnology and disease impact our lives now and in the future. Join this interactive discussion with community leaders in these fi elds.

EEVVENTT HIGHHLIGHTS:

3/1 & 3/3

9:00AM - 2:30PM

Student Days at the Arizona Renaissance Festival12601 E. US Hwy. 60, Gold Canyon - $

Talk to Galileo about astronomy, observe in awe as artisans craft their wares using

scientifi c techniques with blacksmithing, glassblowing, shoemaking and weaving.

3/3

12:30PM - 6:00PM

Aerospace, Aviation & Defense & Manufacturing ConferenceScottsdale Hilton6333 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale - $

4:30PM - 7:30PM

Geeks Night Out: Discover the ScienceTempe City Hall31 E. 5th St., Tempe A fusion of STEAM, Tempe’s Geeks Night Out enables students, businesses and the community to partner and Discover the Science in everyday life.

3/4

1:00PM - 3:00PM

Girls Have IT Day!Xavier College Preparatory4710 N. 5th St., Phoenix 700 middle school girls are mentored by 300+ high school girls with interactive STEAM activities.

5:30PM – 7:30PM

Green Living AZ Magazine Launch Party Copenhagen Imports1701 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix

5:30PM - 8:00PM

Cox Communication’s Future Innovators Night at SARSEFTucson Convention Center260 S. Church Ave., TucsonJoin us as we celebrate YOU, a future scientist and engineer in Southern Arizona, with live entertainment, hands-on science, and demonstrations.

3/5

9:00AM - 4:00PM

2016 Arizona Archaeology ExpoArizona State Historic Preservation Offi ce1100 W. Ruins Dr., Coolidge

11:00AM - 9:00PM

Scottsdale Spring Training FestivalScottsdale Civic Center Mall3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., ScottsdaleBaseball fans of all ages can learn the science of baseball and meet MLB Hall-of-Famers.

3/5 – 3/6

9:00AM – 4:00PM

Family Weekend: String Break with a Side of ScienceMusical Instrument Museum4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix - $

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Tres Rios Nature FestivalBase Meridian Wildlife Area 7602 S. Avondale Blvd., Avondale


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5:00PM - 7:30PM

Flagstaff Community STEM NightNAU J. Walkup Skydome1701 S. San Francisco St., FlagstaffCelebrate of all things STEM with robotics teams, STEM clubs and demonstrations from 50+ Flagstaff-based businesses, non-profi ts and government agencies.

3/10

4:00PM - 10:00PM

STEAMtastic & Star PartyParadise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, 34250 N. 60th St., PhoenixJoin us for an afternoon and evening of molecular gastronomy, subzero science, potato launching, science of brewing, glow in the dark experiments, an evening star party and more.

3/11

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Homeschool DayChallenger Space Center Arizona21170 N 83rd Ave., Peoria - $Homeschool students 5th grade and above can join a simulated “Voyage to Mars” mission, Science of Baseball demonstration, Game Truck, Lego workshops and more.

6:00PM - 8:00PM

Conservation Science Night at the Phoenix ZooRegister at 602.914.4333 Engage with hands-on activities, meet conservation scientists and learn about the work they do with Phoenix Zoo.

3/11 – 3/13

SEE AZSCITECH.ORG FOR TIMES

Arizona SciTech at the Chandler Chamber Ostrich FestivalTumbleweed Park2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler

3/12

9:00AM - 3:00PM

16th Annual Ancient Technology Day: Prehistoric & HistoricPueblo Grande Museum4619 E. Washington St., PhoenixTry your hand at tossing an atlatl (spear), watch artists as they demonstrate pottery making, basket weaving, loom spinning, rock art, fl int knapping and more!

9:00AM - 3:00PM

2016 Archaeology FairSpur Cross Conservation Area44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek

12:00PM - 7:00PM

Southwest Maker FestDowntown MesaMain St. & Center to Macdonald, Mesa From art forms, new technology and techniques to extraordinary inventions, do-it-yourself opportunities and food, SWMF will inspire the maker inside you!

SEE WWW.VALLEYYMCA.ORG FOR TIMES & LOCATIONS

Y Science?! A Day of STEM Fun at the YMCA!Multiple Valley YMCAsJoin YMCAs around the valley for a variety of STEM activities geared to the whole family. Participants are welcome to stay and enjoy the YMCA for FREE that day.

3/12 – 3/13

9:30AM - 5:30PM

Science City at the Tucson Festival of Books UA Campus1401 E. University Blvd., TucsonExplore fi ve diverse science neighborhoods. Immerse yourself in engaging hands-on activities and demonstrations. Experience UA laboratory tours and meet renowned science authors and researchers.

Science City at the Tucson Festival of Books

STEAMtastic & Star Party at PVCC at Black Mountain

16th Annual Ancient Technology Day:

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Library Science Arizona libraries have become an excellent place to experience STEM. Below is a sampling of these

opportunities. Search the full list online at azscitech.org.

Dinosaurs, Senses, Weather and more at Flowing Wells Library (Tucson)

Dinosaur vs. Math at Southwest Library (Tucson)Family Science Night at Cesar Chavez Library (Laveen)Fun with Math and Science at Arabian and Civic Center Libraries (Scottsdale)Messy Science at Woods Memorial Library (Tucson) Number and Counting at Valencia Library (Tucson) Science on Sundays at North Valley Regional Library (Anthem)

Science Saturday at Desert Broom Library (Cave Creek)Science Sunday at Juniper Library (Phoenix)

Shapes All Around at Dusenberry-River Library (Tucson) What’s It Weigh? at Pima County Public Library (Tucson)

From 3D printers and Lego bricks to robotics and coding, “making” has become part of Arizona’s STEM culture! Find your maker event at azscitech.org!

3D Printer Demo, STEM LEGO Challenge at White Tank Branch Library (Waddell)

Agave Builders Club at Agave Library (Glendale)Brick Builders at Desert Sage Library (Phoenix) Bricks 4 Kidz: Space Robot at Martha Cooper

Library (Tucson) Bricks 4 Kids, Make-Do Science at Miller-Golf

Links Library (Tucson) Build it! At Eckstrom-Columbus Branch

Library (Tucson)Crafty Science, Hacker Haven at Burton Barr

Central LibraryCoderDojo, MakerMonday at

Joel D. Valdez Main Library (Tucson)Code Club at Goodyear Branch LibraryCode Club at Litchfi eld Park Branch Library Code Club at Queen Creek LibraryCode Club, Kids Lego Club at Southeast

Regional Library (Gilbert) Create-Play-Learn at Chandler Downtown

Branch LibraryFloating Cork Boats at Gila Bend Branch of the

Maricopa County Library District Guitar SLAM at AZ STEAM Shop (Glendale) Lego Day, Rocket Day at Challenger Space

Center (Peoria)Lego Night at Acadia Library Lego Night at Cesar Chavez Library (Laveen) Lego Lab at Ironwood Library (Ahwatukee)Southwest Makerfest (Mesa)

Arrt anndd SSTEEMM FFuusioonns (STEEAM)Explore the intersections of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math with STEAM! Find your STEAM event online at azscitech.org. Canal Convergence | Water + Art + Light at the

Scottsdale WaterfrontCentury S.T.E.A.M.ing at Century Library (Phoenix)Full STEAM Ahead at Appaloosa, Civic Center, Palomino and

Mustang Libraries (Scottsdale) Full STEAM Ahead at Goodyear Branch Library (Goodyear) Full STEAM Ahead at Himmel Park Library (Tucson)

Full STEAM Ahead at Oro Valley Library (Oro Valley)STEAM Club at Downtown Branch Library (Chandler)STEAM Crafts at Murphy-Wilmot Library (Tucson) STEAM Craft Night at Cesar Chavez Library (Laveen)S.T.E.A.M. Explorations! - Saguaro Library (Phoenix) STEAMtime at Palo Verde Library (Phoenix) Wizards of STEAM at Agave Library (Phoenix or Glendale)

Mach1 Maker Space at Burton Barr Central Library

SSSCIENNCEE CCAFEESS Birds n' Beer at Audubon Arizona (Phoenix)Chandler Science Café (Downtown

Chandler) Science Café at Goodyear Library Southwest Valley Science Café (Centerra

Mirage STEM Academy)

SSSTEMM TAALLKS Archaeology of Jerusalem and "Great Bend

of the Gila River" Monument at San Tan Historical Society (Queen Creek)

Archa-Tech: The New Tools Used to Study the Old Tools at Arizona Museum of Natural History (Mesa)

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum: Creatures of the Night at Sam Lena Library (Tucson)

Busting Animal Myths at Century Library (Phoenix)

Container Gardening in Arizona at Glendale Main Library

Gardening! (Bilingual Storytime) at El Rio Library (Tucson)

Hummers of Arizona: The Two Winged Kind - Ed Robson Library (Sun Lakes)

Landscape Watering and Rain Gardens at Burton Barr Central Library

Leap into the Future Days at Scottsdale Community College

Living Room Lecture Series at Museum of Northern Arizona (Flagstaff)

McDowell Mountain Conservatory at Scottsdale Community College and Mustang Library (Scottsdale)

Pioneer Women Archaeologists of Arizona at Verde Valley Archaeology Center (Camp Verde)

Pueblo Grande Museum Lecture Series (Phoenix)

Recent Findings at Rock Art Ranch at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel (Camp Verde)

Southwestern Rock Calendars at White Tank Branch Library (Waddell)

Sedona Lecture Series at Sedona United Methodist ChurchSTEMinars at Estrella Mountain Community College (Avondale)

FFFEATURE PRESSENTTATIOONS 68th Annual Gold Rush Days at Wickenburg

Community CenterNational Geographic Live! K2: Danger and

Desire on the Savage Mountain at Mesa Arts Center

National Geographic Live! Spinosaurus: Lost Giant of the Cretaceous at Mesa Arts Center (Mesa)

Underwater FantaSEA at i.d.e.a. Museum (Mesa)

CCCAREEERR EEXPLOOORATTION 2016 Wildlife Management Career

Exploration Panel at AZ Game and Fish Main Headquarters (Phoenix)

Hermanas: Disena Tu Futuro at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (Chandler)

Key 2 Employment for the 21st Century (Tucson)

Spring 2016 Career Exploration Day at Gateway Community College (Phoenix)

STEM Expo and Career Explorations at Central Arizona College (Coolidge)

SSScieenccee CoonveersaatioonssDo you love to interface with science professionals? Consider attending a science conversation. From archaeology and gardening to technology, education and birds, there is something for everyone. Explore more online at azscitech.org.



3/16

3:30PM - 5:30PM

STEM Fest Family EventAvondale Public Library11350 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale

3/18 – 3/19

12:00PM - 10:00PM

Spark! Mesa’s Festival of CreativityMesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa Join this immersive environment with musical performances, food, fun and creative activities for the whole family!

3/19 – 3/20

9:00AM - 4:00PM

Verde Valley Archaeology FairCamp Verde Community & Verde Valley Archaeology Centers 385 & 395 S. Main St., Camp Verde Learn about archaeology methods, stone tools, excavation tools, prehistoric astronomy techniques, rock art methods and more.

3/19

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Arizona Parenting Magazine’s Summer Camp ExpoDesert Ridge Marketplace (behind AMC)21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix Learn about STEM camps and engage in experiences such as archery, zip lining, rock climbing, euro bungee, tie dye t-shirts and more!

3/26

9:00AM – 12:00PM

Super Science Saturday in SurpriseSurprise Fire Station 30515517 N. Parkview Place, Surprise

2:00PM - 7:00PM

Science City at Maricopa’s Annual Salsa FestivalCopper Sky Regional Park44345 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Maricopa

3/28 - 4/1

2016 Materials Research Society Spring Meeting & Exhibit Phoenix Convention Center 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix - $

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Field ScienceTake a bird walk and learn all about owls, hummingbirds and more, explore nature at various hikes, canoe trips and geocaching treasure hunts. Broaden your horizons about conservation, biomimicry, plant microbiology, wildlife, GIS and archaeology. Search these venues online at azscitech.org for event details.

VALLEYWIDEBase and Meridian Wildlife Recreation Area (Maricopa County)Center for Native and Urban Wildlife (Scottsdale) Environmental Education Center (Chandler)Estrella Mountain Park (Goodyear)Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Arizona (Phoenix) Phoenix Zoo (Phoenix) Pueblo Grande Museum (Phoenix) Spur Cross Ranch Conservation (Cave Creek)Usery Mountain Regional Park (Mesa)White Tank Mountains Regional Park (Waddell)

STATEWIDE Casa Grande Ruins National Monument (Coolidge) Lake Pleasant Regional Park (Morristown)Museum of Northern Arizona (Flagstaff) Old Pueblo Archaeology Center (Tucson) San Tan Mountain Regional Park (Queen Creek)Sedona Water Reclamation PlantVerde Valley National Monument (various)

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SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY IN SURPRISE

SATURDAY, MARCH 269AM – NOON

Meet the Science Super Heroes of the City of

Surprise and see how they use science every

day to keep Surprise residents safe!

Get a behind-the-scenes look at a Surprise Fire Station while exploring the science that goes into fighting a fire; learn how the Police Department uses forensic science to solve crimes; and if your stomach can handle it, get the dirty details of the newest technologies used at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Join us for an exciting day of interactive demonstrations and learn the science of the city at Super Science Saturday! This free event is fun for all ages.

Surprise Fire Station 30515517 N. Parkview Place, Surprise 85374MORE INFORMATION:

www.surpriseaz.gov or 623.222.3330

4/8

5:00PM - 8:00PM

Verde Valley SciTech ExpoYavapai College Verde Campus Bld. M601 Black Hills Dr., Clarkdale Explore STEAM in Verde Valley with educa-tional demonstrations by Yavapai College and their partners.

4/23

9:00AM - 12:00PM

2016 Gila County STEMFestGila County Superintendent of Schools Offi ce150 N Plaza Cir, Miami

4/29

8:30AM - 1:00PM

Math & Science ExperienceCochise College901 N Colombo Ave., Sierra Vista

4/29

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Innovation Nation 2016Chief Alchesay Activity CenterWhite Mountain Apache Tribal Lands, White River

5/13

9:00AM – 9:00PM

Intel International Science & Engineering Fair Public Day Phoenix Convention Center 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix

9/23 - 10/2

SEE WWW.SCIFEST.ORG FOR TIMES & LOCATIONS

Flagstaff Festival of Science 10 days of free activities for the whole family including open houses at museums, research stations and science centers, lava tube hikes, expos, science talks and more.

EVVENNNT HHIGHHLIGGGHTTS: Educators, check out these opportunities to build your skill set in STEM and innovation! Full event details online at azscitech.org.

21st Century STEM: Integrate 2 Innovate at Phoenix Convention Center (Phoenix)

Arts and the Creative Campus: STEAM Curriculum for College at Grand Canyon University (Phoenix)

Educator Webinar: It's a Bird, It's a Plane… (Online)

High Tech U Teachers Academy at Phoenix College

STEMteachersPHX un-conference at Arizona School for the Arts (Phoenix)


4/2

8:00AM – 5:00PM

AVNET Tech GamesUniversity of Advancing Technology2625 W. Baseline Rd., Tempe

4/7 – 4/8

SEE AZSCITECH.ORG/EVENTS FOR TIMES

Arizona Science and Engineering Fair Public Day & Awards Phoenix Convention Center Ballroom 120A

100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix

Verde Valley SciTech Expo



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TOURS Verde Valley Medical Center’s Fantastic Voyage (Cottonwood)

EXPOS Celebrating Your Library Featuring the Science of a Healthy Child - Coyote Branch Library (Buckeye)

Gila Valley Health & Science Festival (Safford)

Spring 2016 Career Exploration Day at Gateway Community College (Phoenix)

Biodesign Institute at ASU’s Night of the Open Door (Tempe)

Science of You at UA’s Science City at the Tucson Festival of Books (Tucson)

TALKS Leap into the Future Days at Scottsdale Community College

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia & Alzheimer’s at Agave, Cholla, Mesquite and Saguaro Libraries (Phoenix)

Alzheimer’s Basics: Healthy Habits for a Healthier You at Perry Branch Library (Gilbert)

Everyone with Diabetes Counts at Sun City Branch Library

Diabetes at Appaloosa Library (Scottsdale)

DNA and your Family Tree at Northwest Regional Branch Library (Surprise)

Homeschool Connections: Disease Detectives (Grades 5-8) at Arizona Science Center (Phoenix)

Verde Valley Medical Center’s Fantastic Voyage

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Canyon Ridge Elemetary SchoolSTEAM Night3/10, 5:00PM - 7:00PM17359 W. Surprise Farms Loop N., Surprise

Canyon Springs STEM AcademyAnnual STEM Night 2/24, 5:00PM - 7:30PM42901 N. 45th Ave., Phoenix

Carl Hayden High SchoolSciTech Festival2/12, 4:00PM - 8:00PM3333 W. Roosevelt St., Phoenix

Casa Grande Union High School District SciTech Festival3/4, 9:00AM - 3:00PM2730 N. Trekell Rd., Casa Grande

Centennial Elementary School STEAM Night3/30, 5:30PM - 7:30PM3507 S. Ranch House Pkwy., Gilbert

Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Southwest Valley Science Cafe2/9, 6:30PM - 7:30PM15151 W. Centerra Dr. S., Goodyear

Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Science and Engineering Fair2/13, 9:00AM - 12:00PM15151 Centerra Dr. S., Goodyear

Circle Cross Ranch S.T.E.M. Academy Science Night2/8, 6:00PM – 7:00PM 35900 N. Charbray Drive, San Tan Valley

C.O. Greenfi eld SchoolStar Party2/10, 6:30PM - 8:00PM7009 S. 10th St., Phoenix

Cordova Middle SchoolFamily Science Night4/28, 5:00PM - 7:00PM5631 N 35th Ave., Phoenix

Coronado Elementary School STEAM Night3/30, 5:30PM - 7:00PM4333 S. De Anza Blvd. Gilbert

Cortina Elementary SchoolS.T.E.A.M Night2/18, 5:00PM - 7:00PM19680 S. 188th St., Queen Creek

Cottonwood Oak Creek School DistrictSTEM Fair & Invention Convention 4/61 N. Willard St., Cottonwood

Granada PrimaryMath and Science Night3/11, 5:30PM - 6:30PM3232 W. Campbell, Phoenix

Hamilton High School Hamilton Invitational Science & Engineering Fair3/28, 11:00AM - 2:00PM3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler

Heard ElementarySciTech Festival3/11, 2:00PM - 5:00PM2301 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix

Ironwood High School SciTech Festival2/18, 12:00PM - 3:00PM6051 W. Sweetwater Ave., Glendale

J.O. Combs Unifi ed School District SciTech Convention2/16, 6:00PM - 7:30PM2505 E. Germann Rd., San Tan Valley

Kenilworth SchoolSuper Cool Kenilworth School : STEaM Clubs Showcase3/11, 2:30PM - 5:30PM1201 W Thomas Rd., Phoenix

Liberty Elementary SchoolAG Showcase & Kindergarten Round Up2/2, 4:30PM - 6:30PM19818 W. Hwy 85, Buckeye

Lone Mountain Elementary SchoolMath & Science Night3/11, 5:30PM - 8:00PM5200 E. Montgomery Rd., Cave Creek

Mansfeld Middle SchoolSTEM Night2/18, 4:30PM - 7:00PM1300 E. 6th St. Cafeteria, Tucson

Mesa Public SchoolsSciTech EXPO: Full STEAM Ahead3/5, 10:00AM - 2:00PMSkyline High School845 South Crismon Rd, Mesa

Mingus Union High School STEM Campus to Career Showcase4/6, 8:30AM - 3:30PM1801 E. Fir St., Cottonwood

Power Ranch Elementary SchoolSTEM Night2/25, 5:30PM - 7:00PM4351 S. Ranch House Pkwy. Gilbert

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

School EventsCommunities around Arizona celebrate K-12 science. Check out a school STEM expo or competition in your area. Event details online at azscitech.org.

Alhambra Elementary School DistrictIntel’s Engineering Day at Sevilla West School2/26, 8:00AM - 1:30PM3851 W. Missouri Ave. Phoenix

Barcelona Middle School STEM Saturday2/6, 8:00AM - 12:00PM6530 N. 44th Ave. Glendale

BASIS Oro Valley Engineering Expo3/5, 10:00AM - 2:00PM11155 N. Oracle Rd., Oro Valley

Beaver Creek SchoolSTEAM Extravaganza4/5, 6:00PM - 7:30PM4810 East Beaver Creek Rd., Rimrock

Camp Verde High SchoolSciTech Day 20164/7, 11:00AM - 2:00PM201 W Apache Trail 86322, Camp Verde



Competitions Arizona FRC Regional Robotics Competitions (various) Arizona Science & Engineering Fair at Phoenix Convention CenterArizona Science Olympiad at Glendale Community CollegeArizona Middle and High School Science Bowls at ASU West (Phoenix) Arizona You CAN Do the Rubik’s Cube Challenge at ASU West (Phoenix) AVNET Tech Games at University of Advancing Technology (Tempe) Computer Challenge at Cochise Community College

(Sierra Vista)Intel International Science & Engineering Fair at

Phoenix Convention Center Rube Goldberg Contest at ASU Polytechnic

Campus (Mesa) Honeywell Fiesta Bowl Challenge at ASU

Polytechnic Campus (Mesa) Odyssey of the Mind Regional

Tournaments (various)Southern Arizona Regional Science

& Engineering Fair at Tucson Convention Center


Roosevelt School District STEAM Festival3/5, 8:00AM - 1:00PMRoosevelt Center of Sustainability at Brooks Community School3146 E. Wier Ave., Phoenix

San Luis High SchoolSTEM Night1/21, 5:00PM - 7:00PMSan Luis High School1250 N 8th Ave., San Luis

Sevilla WestSTEM/MESA Saturdays2/27 & 3/26 8:00AM - 12:00PM3851 W. Missouri, Phoenix

Sonoran Sky Elementary STEM Night1/20, 6:00PM - 8:00PM12990 N. 75th St., Scottsdale

Thompson Ranch Elementary School Makerspace S.T.E.A.M.1/23, 10:00AM - 11:00AM11800 W Thompson Ranch Rd., El Mirage

Westwood Primary Family Math and Science Night2/9, 4:00PM - 6:00PM4711 N. 23 Ave., Phoenix

Sonoran Trails Middle School and Desert Sun Academy Science Festival 2/11, 6:00PM - 8:00PM5555 E Pinnacle Vista Dr., Cave Creek

Vail Unifi ed School DistrictVail Pride Day 20152/20, 8:30AM - 5:30PM11300 S. Houghton Rd., Tucson

Verde Valley MontessoriThe Universe: Big and Small4/7, 5:00PM - 6:30PM215 S. Main St., Cottonwood

Villago Middle SchoolFamily Science Night3/2, 5:00PM - 8:00PM574 E. Lakeside Dr., Casa Grande

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