6 listings in Gilbert, AZ: free family activities, kids' programs and storytimes. Each one checked against its official source, every catch spelled out.
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Sat, Nov 7, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
HD SouthGilbert
ASU professors emeritus Duane and Maureen Roen lead a free, hands-on workshop at HD South in Gilbert where you make simple percussion instruments from everyday items and play them. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 1–2:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Free RSVP on HD South's event page
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Kids stitch a holiday-themed wall hanging on muslin, taught by Louise Kircher, at HD South in Gilbert on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10am–noon. All supplies are provided and each child takes the finished piece home.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required; class size limited · Recommended for ages 8 to 14
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Author-illustrator Jenifer Tull-Gauger reads from The Calm View Karate Kid, her book about cooling anger, at HD South in Gilbert on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1–3pm. Geared to ages 5–10 but all ages are welcome; light refreshments are served.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required · Children under 14 must come with a parent or guardian
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Gilbert Classical Academy's AP teacher Karen Maas and her students run hands-on STEM activities at HD South in Gilbert: 3D pens and printers, Tinkercad design and Makey Makey with fruit. Saturday, November 21, 2026, 1–2:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required; closes at noon the Friday before
Third Saturday, October–March, 8am–12pm
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (Dragonfly Ramada)Gilbert
On the third Saturday of each month from October through March, Desert Rivers Audubon leads free, family-friendly bird walks at the Riparian Preserve with an expert birder. Binoculars are provided, and some Saturdays Liberty Wildlife brings live raptors. Groups head out from the Dragonfly Ramada starting at 8am; just bring walking shoes.
Verified Oct 27 · gilbertaz.gov
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Second Friday of each month, 5:30–9:30pm (weather permitting)
Riparian Preserve at Water RanchGilbert
The East Valley Astronomy Club sets up telescopes at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch on the second Friday of each month, and anyone can come look at the night sky for free. Viewing begins at dusk (listed 5:30–9:30pm), weather permitting. Upcoming: Nov 13 and Dec 11, 2026.
Verified Oct 27 · discovergilbert.com
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