These hands-on programs will integrate science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in fun and exciting ways! Lasting 45-60 minutes, these programs are ideal for budding scientists who want to try some experiments of their own.
This program is suggested for rising 3rd-5th grade students.
Registration is not required, but space is limited.
Please arrive early to secure your spot. We will begin passing out tickets 30 minutes before the program.
Thursday, June 7
Geology ROCKS! Minerals, Rocks, Volcanos, & More!
Learn all about geology in this awesome STEAM program! We’ll study stalactites, explore minerals, make our own erupting volcanos, and more!
Thursday, June 14
Lights, Camera, Music!
Join us as we create our own beat-tastic songs using music programming tools! Then prepare to set the stage for a stop-motion music video to bring your new jam to life!
Thursday, June 21
Recycled Orchestra
Learn all about the Landfill Harmonic Orchestra* in Paraguay, which is made up of child musicians who play on instruments made from items found in the city dump. Make your own instruments from everyday items including straws, toilet paper tubes, glasses, waxed paper, combs, and more!
*Come to the library on Friday, June 22nd to watch the full-length documentary on Paraguay’s Landfill Harmonic Orchestra! See event calendar for more details.
Thursday, June 28
Zombie Attack!!!
Are you a zombie fanatic? Do you want to learn about the undead monsters that have been shuffling into your favorite books and movies? Join us for a STEAM full of gross and creepy activities!
Thursday, July 5
Three Ring Circuits
Put on your lab coat and head to the library for an exploration into the shocking world of electricity! We'll be creating working motors that spin tiny dancers and paper circuits to create memorable light up artwork.
Thursday, July 12
Can You Hear Me Now? Sound Science
This week, we will learn about the ear and the science of sound. We will learn how sound travels and see the evidence with our own eyes; we will try out echolocation, the skill bats and dolphins use to “see”; and we will play fun sound games.
Thursday, July 19
LEGO® Challenge!
It's our super summer LEGO® Challenge! Are you a LEGO® master? Participants will be challenged to build amazing creations with LEGOs® and other building blocks.
We'll provide the challenges--you show us your building skills!