The Flagstaff STEM Community Celebration is a free one-night event aimed at sharing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics learning opportunities while celebrating all of the people and organizations that make Flagstaff a STEM city. Participants will get to explore STEM with hands on activities and giveaways highlighting opportunities throughout the community. Come visit our Willow […]
Wednesday April 1st, 11am, Seeds on the Move Seeds need to move and grow just like we do! This program will cover several methods of seed dispersal and end with a fun seed sprouting demonstration. You will need a plastic zip lock bag, a paper towel, and a seed. View live on our FB page […]
Friday, April 3rd, 11am, Exploring Earthworms Why are worms so important for the planet? What do they eat? How are their body parts different than ours? We will answer all this and more. Virtually meet our worm friends, and listen to a “heartworming” story. You can view this program for free on our Facebook page […]
Join us for our weekly LIVE Wednesday programs. This week's focus is Birding 101. Learn how to identity local birds, when are the best times to go birding, and what other resources are out there. This week's programs are held in collaboration with the Flagstaff Public Library and their Spring Library Challenge. Join our program, […]
Join us for our weekly LIVE Friday programs. This week's focus is Tracking 101. Learn how to identity wildlife tracks and find other animals signs. This week's programs are held in collaboration with the Flagstaff Public Library and their Spring Library Challenge. Join our program, and collect points for the library's mission! This program is […]
Willow Bend will be continuing our LIVE Facebook streaming every Wednesday and Friday at 11am. You can view these programs for free and find materials on our Facebook page. In addition we will post the schedules and activities on our blog (http://www.willowbendcenter.org/news) Wednesday April 22nd, 11am: Sustainability at Willow Bend. Celebrate Earth Day! Join us […]
Willow Bend will be continuing our LIVE Facebook streaming every Wednesday and Friday at 11am. You can view these programs for free and find materials on our Facebook page. In addition we will post the schedules and activities on our blog (http://www.willowbendcenter.org/news) Friday, April 24th, 11am: Plant a seed. Learn how to start seeds […]
Dead trees have plenty of life in them! Logs (dead trees on the ground) and snags (standing dead trees) play a vital role in the lifecycles of hundreds of species of wildlife. Learn all about what dead trees do and how you can explore them on our next adventure. You can view this program for […]
Do you know the difference between weather and climate (and why you cant use them interchangeably)? name some common weather patterns, play the cloud game, and other fun weather facts! This program is made possible through support from the AZ Arts and Science Fund (administered by the Flagstaff Arts Council) and the City of Flagstaff […]
Have you ever heard the term "climate change", but wasn't quite sure what it means? Ever wonder what are green house gases? are they good, bad or ugly? What are renewable energy sources? Answers to all these and some fun hands on wind energy activities on this program. Link to activities on our blog This […]
