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Join us for some "mad" chemical science and create a color changing slime!
For ages 6 to 13.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
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Listen to a story and complete hands on STEAM activities based on our monthly theme! This month we will explore building!
For kids 4 to 8.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public…
Registration required (17 spots remaining)Register for eventKids 5 and up are invited to explore and experiment with different types of simple machines each session.
Week 1: Ramps
Week 2: Levers
Week 3: Pulleys
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the…
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Learn about the family of birds called raptors. What do they hunt? Where do they live? How do they raise their young? Then, dissect a real (sterilized) owl pellet!
For kids 6 and up.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible…
Registration required (14 spots remaining)Register for event Explore the magic of chemistry through moldable doughs, slimes and sands.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
For kids 6 to 13.
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Make predictions, experience optical illusions and do more activities using this Curiosity Kit designed by the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.
For kids 6 and upHaz predicciones, experimenta ilusiones ópticas y realiza más…
Registration required (19 spots remaining)Register for event Kids 5 and up are invited to explore and experiment with different types of simple machines each session.
Week 1: Ramps
Week 2: Levers
Week 3: Pulleys
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the…
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Join us for some afternoon STEAM fun! Come and explore science, technology, engineering, art and math by participating in some hands-on activities.
For kids 6 and up and their families.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with…
Registration required (10 spots remaining)Register for event Become a "mad scientist" with us as we create bubbles that just won't pop!
For ages 6 to 13.
This Science Connections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
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Explore and play with science at a variety of hands-on activity centers.
For families with kids of all ages.
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Design a contraption that will protect a raw egg from a fall. We’ll put it to the test at the library. All materials provided.
Recommended for children 6 to 12.
Younger participants are welcome to attend with a parent or…
Join us for an engaging three-part series where you'll learn the basics of color coding with Ozobots. You'll explore how these robots work, use your artistic skills to design an environment for them to navigate and bring it all…
Registration required (3 spots remaining)Register for eventKids 5 and up are invited to explore and experiment with different types of simple machines each session.
Week 1: Ramps
Week 2: Levers
Week 3: Pulleys
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the…
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Join us for a special family field trip to the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. We provide a bus from the branch to the museum and back.
In-branch registration and a permission slip are required. This trip is…
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Curious Kids Club is a place to think, learn and have fun!
In September, we are learning about origami. Listen to the book Lissy's Friends by Grace Lin and make an origami bookmark.
For kids 7 and up.
This ScienceConnections program is made…
Registration required (5 spots remaining)Register for event Explore the magic of chemistry through moldable doughs, slimes and sands.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
For kids 6 to 13.
How to AttendRegister by 24…
Registration required (10 spots remaining)Register for eventExplore the magic of fairy tales with a fun science experiment.
For kids ages 6 to 10.
How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or…
Registration required (9 spots remaining)Register for eventJoin us for an engaging three-part series where you'll learn the basics of color coding with Ozobots. You'll explore how these robots work, use your artistic skills to design an environment for them to navigate and bring it all…
Registration closes September 24 at 4:30pm (3 spots remaining)Register for eventJoin us for stories and hands-on edible STEAM activities. Each week, we focus on a different activity that ties in with the STEAM concepts, such as building edible forts, Rice Krispy sculptures, pretzel skeletons and sugar skulls.
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Join us for an interactive session where you’ll craft your very own lava lamp. In this workshop, you will learn about the science of density and chemical reactions that make lava lamps fascinating. You will be able to personalize your lamp…
Registration closes October 1 at 6:00pm (18 spots remaining)Register for event