Collect fallen leaves, then create an autumnal masterpiece to take home. Use Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) to learn more about the natural world. For children, ages 8-12. Register online, at the Youth Desk or call 928.777.1537. Presented with funding from the Friends of the Prescott Public Library. The Outdoors Explorer Club meets rain or shine.

Since 1879, the USGS's Congressional mandate is to assess the natural resources our nation needs for its prosperity and security. This mandate extends to the Moon, Mars and beyond - where we must utilize resources ""in situ"" rather than sourcing our needs from the Earth. The USGS is developing ways to provide reliable, unbiased and quantitative assessments of the natural resources on the surface of asteroids, Mars and the Moon. Dr. Laszlo Kestay, Director, Astrogeology Science Center, USGS will discuss…

In this talk, Will Duncan explores some Buddhist ways of thinking about conservation and our relationship to the natural world. We'll learn about 2000-year-old ways of opening to greater states of awe and how that can lead to a healthier mind, heart and world.

The Third Friday Chamber Music Series offers a wide variety of music this month.- Reinicke Trio for viola, piano and clarinet- Max Bruch Trios for clarinet, viola and piano- Danzi Quartet for violin, viola, cello and bassoon- Hurlstone Trio for bassoon, piano and clarinet. Hear music by local chamber players and special guests every month during the Third Friday Chamber Music Series. All programs are subject to change. For more information, call Bruce or Suzanne at 778.6965.

For the third annual year, the Northern Arizona Suns will host Breast Cancer Awareness Night to help fight the disease that’s affected so many loved ones in the community. The team will wear a themed jersey that will be up for auction immediately following the game.