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WHAT IS THE ARIZONA SCITECH FESTIVAL? 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 1,500 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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Pre-Festival - February 4FRI 1/26

4:00PM - 9:00PM

ASU Open Door @ Polytechnic campusASU Polytechnic campus7001 E Williams Field Rd, Mesa See opendoor.asu.edu for 300+

activities

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Glendale College Observatory Evening Skies 2018Glendale Community College N Campus5727 W Happy Valley Rd, Glendale Learn about the universe through 8 telescopes, see amazing demos, experience Chemical Madness, and more.

SAT 1/27

10:00AM - 2:00PM

El Mirage Public Safety DayGateway Park10100 N El Mirage Rd, El Mirage Explore featured displays and exhibitions from the El Mirage Police and Fire Departments.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Connect2STEM 2018UofA College of Medicine - Phoenix550 E Van Buren St, Phoenix UA in partnership with Cox Communications presents a family friendly event which celebrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Medicine.

TUE 1/30

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Venture Madness 2018 Galvanize Phoenix 515 E Grant St, PhoenixWatch as entrepreneurial finalists live-pitch their way to win the grand prize and be crowned the 2018 Venture Madness Champion!

FRI 2/2

4:00PM - 8:00PM

ASU Open Door @ Downtown Phoenix campusASU Downtown Phoenix campus411 N Central Ave, Phoenix See opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

SAT 2/3

9:00AM - 2:00PM

Buckeye Air Fair Buckeye Municipal Airport3000 S Palo Verde Rd, BuckeyeExperience simulations, build rockets, and see historic military groups- there is something for everyone!

10:00AM - 1:00PM

Willis Junior High IGNITE Festival Willis Junior High School401 S McQueen Rd, Chandler

THU 1/25

5:30PM - 7:30PM

Auxier Elementary 3rd Annual STEM Night

Auxier Elementary22700 S Power Rd, Queen Creek

ASU Open Door @ Polytechnic campus

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

MARICOPA COUNTY LIBRARIES

Arcadia Library Avondale Civic Center Library Basha Library Burton Barr Library Cesar Chavez Library Chandler Downtown Library Cholla Library Desert Foothills Library Fountain Hills Library Goodyear Library Hamilton Library Ironwood Library Juniper Library Mesquite Library Saguaro Library Sam Garcia Library

Southeast Regional Library Sunset Library White Tank Mountain Library Yucca Library

PIMA COUNTY LIBRARIES Joel D Valdez Library Valencia Library Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr Library Woods Memorial Library

COMMUNITY LOCATIONS Arizona Science Center Gilbert Riparian Observatory HeatSync Labs Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado

Audubon Center Pueblo Grande Museum

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Polytechnic: Friday, Jan. 26, 4–9 p.m.

Downtown Phoenix: Friday, Feb. 2, 4–8 p.m.

West: Saturday, Feb. 10, 1–6 p.m.

Thunderbird: Saturday, Feb. 17, 1–5 p.m.

Tempe: Saturday, Feb. 24, 1–6 p.m.

Join us for a behind the scenes look at the most innovative university in the nation!

ASU Open Door is an opportunity for visitors of all ages to participate in hands-on activities and explore laboratories, living collections, museums and innovative learning spaces.

Each of ASU’s campuses have a unique identity and we invite you to visit all locations.

Five Days • Five CampusesPolytechnic • Downtown Phoenix • West • Thunderbird • Tempe

ASU is #1 in the U.S. for Innovation

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: February 5-11TUE 2/6

4:00PM - 6:00PM

10th Annual BIO5/BIOSA: Student Industry Networking Event BIO5 Institute - Thomas W Keating Bldg1657 E Helen St, Tucson 1,000 UA students will be connecting with Arizona bio-industry professionals.

4:30PM - 7:00PM

Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Science Fair Centerra Mirage STEM Academy15151 W Centerra Dr, Goodyear

WED 2/7

9:00AM - 12:30PM

Key to Employment for the 21st Century SymposiumUofA Student Memorial Union Ballroom 1303 E University Blvd, Tucson Pima County HS Students learn about high-tech industries and career paths.

6:30PM - 8:00PM

C.O. Greenfield Star Party C.O. Greenfield Elementary School7009 S 10th St, Phoenix

FRI 2/9

5:30PM - 8:00PM

Pueblo Family Science Night Pueblo High School3500 S 12th Ave, Tucson

FRI 2/9 - SUN 2/11

FR 6-10PM, SA 10AM-10PM, SU 12-5PM

Glendale Chocolate AffaireMurphy Park, Historic Downtown GlendaleGlendale Ave. & 55th - 59th Ave.Learn about the science of chocolate at this fun, chocolate-filled festival!

SAT 2/10

9:00AM - 12:00PM

START the SparkWest-MEC, START Campus5405 N 99th Ave, Glendale Coding, green screen technology, catapults, mindstorms, laser engravers and more.

9:00AM - 4:00PM

Falcon Robotics SciTech Festival Carl Hayden High School3333 W Roosevelt St, Phoenix

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Family SCIFestChildren’s Museum Tucson200 S 6th Ave, Tucson Families explore hands-on demonstrations with aerospace sciences, astronomy, biology, engineering, physics and more!

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Science IS Fun Saturday Basha High School5990 S Val Vista Dr, Chandler

11:00AM - 2:00PM

I Love Science Day! ($)Arizona Museum of Natural History53 N Macdonald, Mesa Meet scientists and engineers from their diverse subjects who will be showcasing their fields, and participate in science-based activities and crafts!

11:00AM - 3:00PM

Paradise Valley STEAM (PVSTEAM) Celebration Paradise Valley High School3950 E Bell Rd, Phoenix

1:00PM - 6:00PM

ASU Open Door @ West campusASU West Campus701 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale See opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

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At ASU Open Door, expect the unexpected as you step inside the Biodesign InstituteSee for yourself the largest scientific facility fueling ASU’s ranking as the #1 in the U.S. for innovation.

With more than 30 awe-inspiring activities, you can race molecules, test your own metabolism and put on a spacesuit to conduct an experiment in space. Experience how Biodesign research is improving health, protecting lives and sustaining our planet.

Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, 1–6 p.m.Biodesign B, ASU Tempe Campus • Zone D

727 E. Tyler St., Tempe, AZ 85287www.biodesign.asu.edu

What will you discover?

FRI 2/9 - SUN 2/11

FR 3:15-8:30PM, SA 9AM-5PM, SU 1-5:30PM

Turn Up for STEAM 2018 Annual EventPhoenix College 1201 W Thomas Rd, PhoenixThis 3-day program will use Hip-Hop, arts performance, & digital design to teach students about STEAM. Registration required.

TUE 2/13

5:30PM - 7:00PM

STEM Fair & Maker Expo Arizona College Prep - Eire Campus 1150 W Erie St, Chandler

THU 2/15

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Cortina Elementary STEAM Night Cortina Elementary School19680 S 188th St, Queen Creek

5:00PM - 8:00PM

STEMCon 7.0 Agua Fria High School530 E Riley Dr, Avondale

6:00PM - 7:30PM

J.O. Combs District SciTech Fest Combs High School2505 E Germann Rd, San Tan Valley

SAT 2/17

9:00AM - 4:00PM

Vail Pride DayPima County Fair Grounds11300 S Houghton Rd, Tucson Head to the STEM Showcase to engage in STEM activities, maker spaces, demos, interactive booths, and more!

9:00AM - 5:00PM

2018 Arizona High School Science BowlASU West campus - Sands Bldg4710 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale Watch as high school teams from around Arizona compete in the most unique and exciting STEM competition there is!

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Chandler’s Science Spectacular: Science SaturdayDowntown Chandler/Stage Plaza178 E Commonwealth Ave, Chandler Experience the science behind the art with demonstrations from local artists and guests.

10:00AM - 4:00PM

5th Annual Southwest Maker Fest - 2018Downtown Mesa150 W Pepper Pl, Mesa From art forms, new technology and techniques to extraordinary inventions, doit-yourself opportunities and food, SWMF will inspire the maker inside you!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: February 12-18


Cortina Elementary STEAM Night

Southwest Maker Fest

12:00PM - 4:00PM

Glendale Public Library Technology and Do-It-Yourself FairGlendale Public Library - Main Branch5959 W Brown St, Glendale Explore the new and innovative technology used by our city to keep things running, watch short demonstrations of various life hacks, design a 3D object, and more.

1:00PM - 5:00PM

ASU Open Door @ ThunderbirdASU Thunderbird School of Global Man-agement1 Global Pl, Glendale See opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Rattlesnake Festival ($)Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N Lava Ln, Cave Creek Come see the huge variety and beauty of these “Live Rattlesnakes,” and engage in fun activities for the whole family in the Park’s Nature Center!

2018 Arizona Middle & High School Science Bowl (Glendale)

Arizona First LEGO League Championship (Tempe)

Arizona FIRST Robotics Competitions (Locations Vary)

Arizona Geography Bee (Tempe) Arizona Regional Brain Bee (Glendale) Arizona Rubik’s Cube Competition

(Glendale) Arizona Science Olympiad Tournaments

(Locations Vary)

Great Paper Airplane Fly-Off (Tucson) Honeywell Fiesta Bowl Aerospace

Challenge (Mesa) Intel Day (Phoenix) Odyssey of the Mind Tournaments

(Locations Vary) Rube Goldberg Machine Contest (Tempe) Southwest VEX U Tournament (Prescott) STEMCon 7.0 (Avondale) VEX IQ Challenges (Locations Vary) VEX Robotics Challenges (Locations Vary)

Competitions STEM competitions have been happening in Arizona for decades, and nowadays range in topic from geography to LEGOs. Support our Arizona students and find your next competition at azscitech.com.

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Family Flicks Art Walk 6 P.M. FRIDAY, FEB. 16, 2018 Grab a blanket and head to the grassy lawn of Dr. A.J. Chandler Park to enjoy a family friendly flick, outdoors and free of charge. The Third Friday Chandler Art Walk also will be the same night and kicks off the Chandler Science Spectacular. The free event runs from 6-9:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 6:30 p.m.

Chandler’s Science Saturday 10 A.M. TO 3 P.M. SATURDAY, FEB. 17, 2018 Chandler uses ‘sneaky science’ by entertaining the whole family while explaining how science is important to daily life. Check out interactive demonstrations and by Chandler’s technology companies including Intel and Orbital ATK, along with the next generation of science.

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 22-24)

Arizona is full of engineering marvels, scientific 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.com/events.

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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. Recently Embry Riddle opened a new 52,000 sq. ft. STEM Education center and the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium— the only planetarium in Northern Arizona.

SciTech event: Prescott Regional SciTechFest (April 21)

DEAR ARIZONA SCITECH FESTIVAL ENTHUSIASTS: As Governor of Arizona, I’m proud to support the 2018 Arizona SciTech Festival, a statewide celebration which is the third-largest science and technology festival in the country!

Arizona is a national leader in empowering students to serve as peer ambassadors for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. Our youth represent the future prosperity of our economy, and the programs they are exposed to at the Arizona SciTech Festival inspire them to pursue careers in STEM fields. We are pleased to be producing the next generation of science and technology leaders right here in our great state. In today’s knowledge-based economy, this is critical for building the educated and skilled workforce our state needs to remain at the leading edge of discovery. The Arizona SciTech Festival brings together communities from around the state and through public and private collaboration creates over 450 partnerships to advance imaginative ideas in science and technology fields. From February to March of each year, more than 500 events, workshops, exhibitions and tours, drawing crowds of over 300,000 people, take place in diverse locations across our entire state. Through these high-quality offerings, our students and citizens have endless opportunities for learning and discovery, ranging from scientific invention to natural wonders. Each year, the Arizona SciTech Festival continues to grow and engage more Arizonans – I hope you will join us to help make 2018 the largest celebration to date.

Douglas A. DuceyGovernorState of Arizona

Gila River Rafting

VERDE VALLEYThe Verde Valley is a wonderland encompassed by both natural and cultural creations. Discover Montezuma Castle National Monument—an 800 year-old, 20-room high-rise apartment with a great view of Camp Verde. Constructed by the Sinagua, the pueblo is regarded as one of the best preserved cliff dwellings in North America. Kayak, hike and bird watch through the Verde River Greenway— one of Arizona’s last free-flowing 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 events- Verde Valley SciTech Festival (February 18-March 18)- Verde Valley Archaeology Fair (March 17-18)

GLOBE / MIAMIKnown for its historic past, the Globe-Miami area is filled 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 event20178 Gila County STEMFest

TEMPEArizona State University, located in Tempe, not only attracts students, but also researchers who are involved with NASA and the Mars Exploration Rover program. To the west of ASU is Tempe Town Lake, a manmade lake that 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, cafés, and taverns. Also take advantage of more than 13 miles of hiking trails at Papago Park where you can hike or bike.

SciTech events- ASU Open Door @ Tempe Campus (February 24)- Geeks Night Out: Discover the Science (March 1)- PADT SciTech Festival Open House (February 22)

Besh-ba-Gowah

Tempe Town Lake

Montezuma Castle

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 events- Family SciFest (February 10)- Vail Pride Day (February 17)- Tucson Festival of Books – Science Center (March 10-11)

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 first 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 Community STEM Celebration (March 5)Flagstaff Festival of Science (late September)

THU 2/22

5:00PM - 8:00PM

PADT SciTech Open HousePhoenix Analysis & Design Technologies7755 S Research Dr, Suite 110, Tempe See what engineers really do all day. Tour our 3D printing lab and check out how “We Make Innovation Work.”

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Beaver Creek School STEAM Extravaganza Beaver Creek School4810 E Beaver Creek Rd, Rimrock

FRI 2/23

9:30AM - 1:00PM

2018 North Valley STEAM ExpoParadise Valley Community College18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix Join students, faculty, community members, and local businesses as they showcase how they use STEAM on a daily basis.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

February 19-256:00PM - 8:00PM

Conservation Science NightPhoenix Zoo455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix Engage with hands-on activities, meet conservation scientists and learn about the work they do with the Phoenix Zoo. Registration required.

SAT 2/24

9:00AM - 8:00PM (9AM-2PM @N. CAMPUS, 4-8PM @DIS-COVERY PARK CAMPUS)

Gila Valley Health and STEAM FestivalEastern Arizona College N Campus - 615 N Stadium Ave, Thatcher Discovery Park Campus - 1651 Discovery Park Blvd, Safford 40+ hands-on activities with make-and-takes, a magic show, high-tech machinery and discussions with STEM professionals.

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Farm Science DayArid-Land Agricultural Research Center21881 N Cardon Ln, Maricopa Farm Science Day is a free, interactive, fam-ily-friendly event focused on learning about the science behind agriculture in Arizona.

11:00AM - 3:00PM

HISEF (Hamilton Invitational Science and Engineering Fair) Hamilton High School3700 S Arizona Ave, Chandler

1:00PM - 6:00PM

ASU Open Door @ Tempe CampusASU Tempe Campus300 E Orange Mall, Tempe See opendoor.asu.edu for 300+ activities


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Art and STEM Fusions (STEAM)Explore the intersections of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math with STEAM! Find your STEAM event online at azscitech.com.

2018 North Valley STEAM Expo (Phoenix)

Arizona Parenting Magazine: Virtual Camp Expo (Phoenix)

Architecture For Kids (Phoenix)

Beaver Creek School STEAM Extravaganza (Rimrock)

Cortina Elementary STEAM Night (Queen Creek)

Festival of Tales STEAM Night and Star Party (Scottsdale)

Gila Valley Health and STEAM Festival (Thatcher)

Paradise Valley STEAM (PVSTEAM) Celebration (Phoenix)

Sandra Day O’Connor High School STEAM Festival (Phoenix)

Self-Guided STEAM (Gilbert)

STEAM Club (Chandler)

STEAM Explorations! (Phoenix)

STEAM Fest Family Event (Avondale)

STEAM into Buckeye Library – Interactive Kits Launch Open House (Buckeye)

STEAM LEGO Lab (Phoenix)

STEAM Movie Day (Phoenix)

STEAM Night at Canyon Ridge (Surprise)

STEAMtastic and Star Party Extravaganza (Scottsdale)

Super Cool Kenilworth School STEAM Showcase (Phoenix)

Turn Up for STEAM (Phoenix)

Wizards of STEAM (Phoenix)

Gila Valley Health and STEAM Festival



FarmScienceDaySaturday,February24,2018

10:00a.m.to2:00p.m.Arid-LandAgriculturalResearchCenter

21881NorthCardonLane,Maricopa,Arizona

FREE– FunFarmandScienceactivitiesforthewholefamily

InteractiveInsectZooBiotechnology

NaturalRubberProductionMeasuringPhotosynthesis

IrrigationTechnologyRobotTractor– RideAlong

World’sLargestFieldScannerPlantYourownCotton

FacePainting&Kid’sCraftsCricket-SpittingContest!AndMuch,MuchMore!

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: February 26-March 4WED 2/28

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Canyon Springs STEM Night Canyon Springs School42901 N 45th Ave, Anthem

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Math and Science Fair Night Circle Cross Ranch K-8 STEM Academy 35900 N Charbray Dr, San Tan Valley

LUKE DAYS 2018: COMING IN MARCH!

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Luke Air Force Base, AZ-56th Fighter Wing 14185 W Falcon St, Glendale Come in and enjoy a variety of civilian and military aerial demos, and explore our STEM village with interactive STEM for all ages! See www.luke.af.mil/2018-Luke-Days for more info.

THU 3/1

8:00AM - 3:00PM

Sahuarita SCITECH STEMtacular Passport Experience Sahuarita Middle School350 W Sahuarita Rd, Sahuarita

4:30PM - 8:00PM

7th Annual Tempe Geeks Night OutTempe Community Complex3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe The free family-friendly event features interactive booths featuring more than 75 different educational institutions, city departments, community organizations, local businesses and more.

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Family STEM Night: Grand Engineering Challenges in Advancing Technology Mansfeld STEM Magnet Middle School1300 E 6th St, Tucson

6:00PM - 8:00PM

STEAM Night at Canyon Ridge Canyon Ridge School17359 W Surprise Farms Loop N., Surprise

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Science of Basketball STEM Night ($)Wells Fargo Arena600 E Veterans Way, Tempe Experience STEM and watch the Sun Devils Men’s Basketball Team as they take on California, with students who complete Sparky’s STEM Workbook having the opportunity for a free sponsored ticket to the game.

FRI 3/2 - SAT 3/3

9:00AM - 2:00PM

Junior Citizen Science Festival (Fri = Student/Educator Day, Sat = Public)Lost Dog Wash Trailhead12601 N 124th St, Scottsdale Families! Come on out for a fun exploration of science and nature! This event will feature a self-guided adventure through more than 15 interactive, hands-on booths that feature a look into the mysteries of the Sonoran Desert.

Technolochicas Lift Phoenix & Tucson Girls who are a part of the Technolochicas LiFT program come together to meet the Technolochicas from the campaign.

SAT 3/3

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Roosevelt S.T.E.A.M. Festival South Mountain Community College7050 S 24th St, Phoenix

Bioscience & Field Science Events Bioscience has become a major industry in Arizona. Check out events around the state to explore this industry in your backyard at azscitech.com.

18th Annual Ancient Technology Day: Prehistoric & Historic (Phoenix)

Archaeology For Kids (Phoenix)

Connect2STEM 2018 (Phoenix)

Conservation Science Night (Phoenix)

Desert Rivers Audubon Gilbert Riparian Preserve Birdwalk (Gilbert)

Desert Rivers Audubon Veterans Oasis Birdwalk (Chandler)

Drop-In Discovery with Arizona Herb Association (Phoenix)

Farm Science Day (Maricopa)

Gila Valley Health and STEAM Festival (Graham)

Junior Citizen Science Festival (Scottsdale)

Medical Diagnostics (Phoenix)

Petroglyph Discovery Hike (Phoenix)

Tres Rios Nature Festival (Avondale)

10:00AM - 2:00PM

SciTech EXPO! Westwood High School945 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa

10:00AM - 2:00PM

STEM Festival New World Learning Academy900 E Pecos Rd, Chandler

SAT 3/3 - SUN 3/4

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Tres Rios Nature FestivalBase and Meridian Wildlife Recreation Area7602 S Avondale Blvd, Avondale This FREE outdoor festival showcases the rich diversity of wildlife habitat, history and culture of the Gila River drainage, which is made up of the Gila, Salt and Agua Fria Rivers.

SUN 3/4

9:00AM - 3:00PM

Spur Cross Archaeology Fair ($)Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek Experience a number of booths, children’s activities and crafts, hikes, speakers, and more!

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Archaeology Expo

TUE 3/6 & THU 3/8

9:00AM - 2:30PM

2018 Student Days at the Arizona Renaissance Festival ($)Arizona Renaissance Festival12601 E US Highway 60, Gold Canyon Talk to Galileo about astronomy, & observe in awe as artisans craft their wares using scientific techniques with blacksmithing, glassblowing, shoemaking and weaving

WED 3/7

3:30PM - 5:30PM

STEAM Fest Family EventAvondale Civic Center Library11350 W Civic Center Dr, Avondale Come and learn about science, technology, engineering and math through fun experiments, games, activities and demonstrations.

THU 3/8

5:00PM - 10:00PM (5-8PM EXPO, 7-10PM = STAR PARTY)

STEAMtastic And Star Party ExtravaganzaParadise Valley Community College at Black Mountain34250 N 60th St, Scottsdale Molecular gastronomy, subzero science, potato launching, science of brewing, glow in the dark experiments, an evening star party and more.

FRI 3/9

2:00PM - 5:00PM

Super Cool Kenilworth School S.T.E.A.M. Showcase Kenilworth School1210 N 5th Ave, Phoenix

SAT 3/10

9:00AM - 12:00PM

Y-Science for All!Multiple Valley YMCAs Inclusive STEM programming for youth and children of all ages and genders.

9:00AM - 3:00PM

18th Annual Ancient Technology Day: Prehistoric & HistoricPueblo Grande Museum4619 E Washington St, Phoenix Try your hand at tossing an atlatl (spear), watch artists as they demonstrate pottery making, basket weaving, loom spinning, rock art, flint knapping and more!

9:00AM - 5:00PM

2018 Arizona Middle School Science BowlASU West campus - Sands Bldg4710 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale Watch as middle school teams from around Arizona compete in the most unique and exciting STEM competition there is!

10:00AM - 4:00PM

2018 Arizona Archaeology ExpoArizona Museum of Natural History53 N Macdonald, Mesa This year’s Expo will will feature hands-on activities, special displays and booths by archaeological and historical organizations, docent-led tours, and more!

1:00PM - 4:00PM

CodePhx Presents Day of CodeBrett Tarver Learning Center1516 N 35th Ave, Phoenix The mission and goals of CodePhx is to provide our youth with the opportunity to gain knowledge and hands-on experience with computer coding and STEM skills outside of their school environment.

SAT 3/10 - SUN 3/11

9:00AM - 5:30PM

Science City at the Tucson Festival of BooksUniversity of Arizona Mall1401 E University Blvd, TucsonImmerse yourself in engaging hands-on activities and demonstrations, experience UA laboratory tours and meet renowned science authors and researchers.

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

Astronomy Nights (Mesa)

ASU Earth & Space Open House (Tempe)

Buckeye Air Fair (Buckeye)

Festival of Tales STEAM Night and Star Party (Scottsdale)

Earth Week STEAM Night and Star Party (Scottsdale)

East Valley Astronomy Club Public Star Party (Gilbert)

Luke Days 2018 (Glendale)

Public Star Observing (Williams)

Public Evening Lecture Series (Tucson)

School of Earth and Space Exploration Lecture Series (Tempe)

Soarin’ Saturdays (Tucson)

Star Party (Morristown)

Star Wars STEAM Night and Star Party (Scottsdale)

Stargazing for Everyone (Locations Vary)

Third Thursday Star Talks (Prescott)

2018 Maricopa Science City at Salsa Festival

spark! Mesa’s Festival of Creativity

FRI 3/16

9:00AM - 6:00PM

7th Annual CGUHSD SciTech Festival: “The STEM Behind Everything” Casa Grande Union High School 2730 N Trekell Rd, Casa Grande

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Girls Have IT Day Xavier College Preparatory4710 N 5th St, Phoenix Registration required.

FRI 3/16 - SAT 3/17

EMERGE 2018: Luna City 2175 ASU Tempe campus - Galvin Playhouse & Nelson Fine Arts Center51 E 10th St, Tempe Emerge brings together artists, scientists, per-formers, and more in this STEAM festival by offering an imaginative look into the future.

SAT 3/17

9:00AM - 1:00PM

Sandra Day O’Connor High School STEAM Festival Sandra Day O’Connor High School25250 N 35th Ave, Phoenix

2:00PM - 6:00PM

2018 Maricopa Science City at Salsa FestivalCopper Sky Regional Park44345 W Martin Luther King Dr, Maricopa In conjunction with the Salsa Festival, Maricopa Science City will entertain and inspire youth with hands-on, interactive, and fun STEAM booths and activities for the whole family to enjoy!

3:30PM - 8:30PM

Bear Essential’s Young Reporter Free Barbecue Saguaro National Park West2700 N Kinney Rd, TucsonYoung Reporters and Young Reporter wannabees can come to Saguaro National Park West for a fun barbecue, and a chance to learn about astronomy by looking through telescopes and taking a night hike to learn about our desert ecology.

SAT 3/17 - SUN 3/18

SA 12-11PM, SU 10AM-5PM

spark! Mesa’s Festival of CreativityMesa Arts Center1 E Main St, Mesa Join this immersive environment with musical performances, food, fun and creative activities for the whole family!

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Verde Valley Archaeology Fair - ArchaeoMadness Camp Verde Community Center395 S Main St, Camp Verde Learn about archaeology methods, stone tools, excavation tools, prehistoric astronomy techniques, rock art methods and more.

FRI 3/23

Arizona Science and Engineering Fair Public Day and Awards Ceremony Phoenix Convention Center 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix

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Robots, Coding, Apps, Solar, Invention, and Beyond!

Calling all educators, parents and future engineers! Do you like to build, create, solve problems and learn about science, technology, engineering and math? The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering offer fun and engaging hands-on STEM experiences and summer camps for K-12 students at ASU’s Tempe and Polytechnic campuses.

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Biosphere2: at the nexus of Science,

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• Student driven scientific inquiry• Hands on, minds on activities

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Each year thousands of students participate in Biosphere 2’s STEM-based field trips where they see our planet through the eyes of a scientist. Bring your class to experience the world’s largest living research center, Biosphere 2.

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UPCOMING EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: APRIL & MAYTHU 4/12

5:00PM - 6:30PM

Alhambra School District Parent University Math and Science Night Family Resource Center6615 N 39th Ave, Phoenix

FRI 4/13

5:30PM - 8:00PM

Future Innovator’s Night at SARSEF Tucson Convention Center260 S Church Ave, Tucson Live entertainment, hands-on science, and demonstrations.

TUE 4/17

5:00PM - 6:30PM

Math and Science Night AESD Family Resource Center6615 N 39th Ave, Phoenix

WED 4/18

5:00PM - 8:00PM

Villago Middle School Family Science Night Villago Middle School 574 E Lakeside Pkwy, Casa Grande

SAT 4/21

9:00AM - 1:00PM

Surprise Sci-Tech Festival Surprise City Hall Courtyard 16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise Experience STEM lectures and workshops from renowned speakers!

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Greenlee County Health and Science Festival Morenci Community Center438 Plaza Loop Dr, Morenci Learn about health and science through exhibi-tions and hands-on fun for the entire family!

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Yavapai-Apache Nation & Town of Camp Verde’s Earth Day Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, Veteran’s Memorial Park555 Middle Verde Rd, Camp Verde Celebrate Earth Day by networking and shar-ing with local green businesses and groups.

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Prescott Regional SciTech FestEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University3700 Willow Creek Rd, Prescott Celebrate education, research, collaboration, innovation and economic growth with STEM+A activities.

WED 4/25

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Sierra Verde STEM Night Sierra Verde STEM Academy7241 W Rose Garden Ln, Glendale

THU 4/26

3:00PM - 4:30PM

Engineering Showcase Salpointe Catholic High School, STEM Patio1545 E Copper St, Tucson

FRI 4/27

8:30AM - 1:00PM

Math and Science ExperienceCochise College 901 N Colombo Ave, Sierra VistaStudents experience STEM in fun, exciting and hands-on ways with ongoing activities and scheduled workshops.

SAT 4/28

7:00AM

6th Annual Hope Run Supporting Education Kiwanis Park 5500 S Mill Ave, Tempe Join us to support education for children and experience an entire STEM section of robotics, an Intel self-driving car, and more!

10:00AM - 2:00PM

Innovation Nation STEM Festival Show Low Junior High School500 W Old Linden Rd, Show Low Come learn about STEM careers through robotics, hands-on activities, & more!

TUE 5/1

4:00PM - 5:30PM

Westwood Family Math and Science Night Westwood Primary School4711 N 23rd Ave, Phoenix

5:00PM - 7:00PM

STEAM Showcase Sevilla Primary - Multipurpose Room 3801 W Missouri Ave, Phoenix

FRI 5/11

3:00PM - 6:00PM

Xplor-Ology: Discover STEAM in the Verde ValleyYavapai College - Verde Valley Campus601 Black Hills Dr, Clarkdale Travel through discovery activity zones and see how the Verde Valley supports and educates its community about STEAM.

WED 5/16

5:30PM - 7:30PM

STEM Night Circle Cross Ranch K-8 STEM Academy35900 N Charbray Dr, San Tan Valley



POSTSECRET: THE SHOW FEB 6

THE MOTH MAINSTAGETrue Stories Told Live JAN 26

HOST OF PUBLIC RADIO’S RADIOLAB JAD ABUMRADEmbracing the Gut ChurnAPR 13

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE!Deadliest LifesaversWith Zoltan TakacsFEB 7

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE!Between River and Rim: Hiking the Grand CanyonWith Pete McBride & Kevin FedarkoMAR 1

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE!Point of No ReturnWith Hilaree O’NeillMAR 28

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El Festival de SciTech Arizona es una celebración de STEM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) de dos meses en todo el estado en Arizona. Cada año durante la temporada del Festival durante febrero y marzo, más de 1,500 eventos STEM se llevan a cabo en todo el estado con actividades para todas las edades (¡son más de 100 eventos STEM a la semana!). ¡Lo mejor de todo es que la mayoría de los eventos son gratuitos!

Muchos eventos se llevan a cabo cada semana, pero ¿por qué no echar un vistazo a algunos de los Eventos Destacados para todas las edades que se llevarán a cabo cerca de ti?

Comida y SeguridadDía de Seguridad Pública de El Mirage (1/27)

Festival del Chocolate de Glendale (2/9-2/11)

Salud y DeportesConnect2STEM 2018 (1/27)

Noche de la Ciencia del Basquetbol STEM (3/1)

5.ª Carrera Anual de la Esperanza y Expo Educativa (4/30)

Astronomía y Aeroespacial Noches Celestiales en el Observatorio del Colegio de Glendale 2018 (1/26)

Feria Aérea de Buckeye (2/23)

Fiesta Extravagante de las Estrellas y STEAMtastic (3/8)

Días de Luke 2018 (3/10-3/11)

Naturaleza y Ciencias de la Tierra Festival de Víboras de Cascabel (2/17)

Día de Ciencias de las Granjas (2/24)

Festival de Ciencias de Ciudadanos Jóvenes (3/3)

Festival de la Naturaleza de Tres Ríos (3/3-3/4)

Ingeniería y Tecnología Prende la Chispa (2/10)

Visita a la compañía PADT (2/22)

CodePhx Presenta Día de Programación (3/10)

Ciencias Sociales y Cultura Visita a ASU @ Thunderbird (2/17)

Feria de la Arqueología Spur Cross (3/4)

18.ª Celebración Anual de Tecnologías Antiguas: Prehistórico e Histórico (3/10)

Arizona Expo de la Arqueología 2018 (3/10)

STEAM y Manos a la Obra 5.ª Feria Anual Southwest Maker Fest (2/17)

Biblioteca Pública de Glendale, Feria de la Tecnología y de Manufactura (2/17)

2018 Exposición del Norte del Valle STEAM (2/23)

8a Noche Anual de los Genios y Geeks de Tempe (3/1)

Evento Familiar STEAM Fest (3/7)

¡Chispa-Spark! Festival de Creatividad de Mesa (3/17 & 3/18)

Mas Diversión con las Ciencias! Visita a ASU @ Campus Politécnico (1/26)

Visita a ASU @ Campus en el Centro de Phoenix (2/2)

Visita a ASU @ Campus Oeste (2/10)

Día de…¡Amo la Ciencia! (2/10) *Gratis con Admisión*

Espectacular de Ciencias de Chandler: Sábado de Ciencias (2/17)

Visita a ASU @ Campus de Tempe (2/24)

¡Y-Ciencia para Todos! (3/10)

Encuentre la versión completa en español de este Programa de Eventos en línea en

azscitech.com/eventos-destacados

¡No Te Pierdas el Festival de STEM más Grande del Estado!

Celebración Anual de Tecnologías Antiguas

Noche Anual de los Genios y Geeks de Tempe



Climate Change in Arizona and How it Effects Our Communities (Waddell)

Colorado River Delta (Waddell) Drop-In Discovery Saturday with

Royce Manuel (Phoenix) Everything Science at Bookmans

(Flagstaff)Flagstaff Community STEM

Celebration (Flagstaff) Pottery Lecture Series at Pueblo

Grande (Phoenix)

Park Series: Sonoran Desert Animals Bone Box Drop-In Program (Waddell)

Pueblo Grande Museum Auxiliary Presentations (Phoenix)

‘Sherds and Social Boundaries in Central Arizona’ by Chris Watkins (Phoenix)

Speaker Program - The Logic of Female Choice: Why Are They in Charge of Mating? (Gilbert)

Science ConversationsDo 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.com. Educators,

check out these opportunities to build your skill set in STEM and innovation! Full event details online at azscitech.com.

Arizona Game & Fish Department Educator Workshop (Phoenix)

Arizona Science Center Treasures 4 Teachers Workshops (Phoenix)

ASTA Workshop: Constructing Science Explanation from Phenomena (Kingman)

AZ STEM Educational Collaborative-2018 STEM UnConference (Locations Vary)

MIM Professional Development Sessions- STEM: How Science Brings Music to Life (Phoenix)

SRP Teacher Training Workshops (Tempe)

STEMteachersPHX Conference: Make STEM Relevant to Students (Tempe)

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CONTACT » Jeremy Babendure, Ph.D., Arizona SciTech Festival Executive Director [email protected] » 2800 N. Central #1920, Phoenix 85004

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