Construction Junction

Tue, July 17, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Children can use their imagination to construct amazing things out of LEGO, blocks, and more. Bring your ideas and creativity to this fun building program.

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Building Challenges

Tue, July 17, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Put your skills to the test with different building materials and challenges each week. How tall can you build a tower? How many blocks can you balance on top of one tiny cup? What’s the strangest Lego creation you can imagine? Open for children ages 7 and up and their families; softer…

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Exploring Bots

Tue, July 17, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Robots are invading the library! Watch Hugo with us, and then let's talk about robots - past, present.... and future.  After that, we'll make our very own working robots and automatons!  This two-hour program is presented by Mind the Gap.

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LEGOs

Tue, July 17, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Eastwick Library

Have fun building your own LEGO creations. Program is for individual children, groups may call the librarian to schedule a program.

School Age Preschool Family Programs Summer Reading LEGO STEM

Science Wednesday

Wed, July 18, 2018 12:30 P.M.
Widener Library

Summer of Wonder Maker Programs:  Basic science and experiments to enrich and expand our knowledge of Earth Science and basic Chemistry. Wednesdays 12:30 - 3:30

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STEAM Wednesdays

Wed, July 18, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Richmond Library

Art projects, science experiments, and other fun activities. Groups, please call to make a separate appointment.

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Wonder Kit Wednesdays

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

We will dive into a different kit each week - crafts, games, and other fun activities.  From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

School Age Other Great Programs Summer Reading STEM

Reading and Crafting

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Inspired by our favorite books and popular Maker projects, participants will learn new skills and flex their creativity using a variety of materials. Suitable for ages 9 and up, unless accompanied by a caregiver.   Scheduled programs are for individual participants and families. Groups must…

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STEM Wednesdays

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library

Discover the scientist and inventor in you and explore the world of robots, mazes, building challenges, science experiments and so much more!

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Wonder Kit Wednesdays

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
David Cohen Ogontz Library

Explore our treasure bags of STEM activities.  For school-aged scientists.

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Wonder Kit Wednesdays

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library

Explore our treasure bags of STEM activities.  For school-aged scientists.

School Age Other Great Programs Science Summer Reading STEM

Exploring Bots

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Wadsworth Library

Robots are invading the library! Watch Hugo with us, and then let's talk about robots - past, present.... and future.  After that, we'll make our very own working robots and automatons!  This two-hour program is presented by Mind the Gap.

School Age Other Great Programs Summer Reading STEM

Science Squad: Digging for Dinosaurs

Wed, July 18, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Torresdale Library

Join us as we have fun with science! For children going into 2nd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of Torresdale Library.    Pre-registration is required, limited to 25 children.  Please call Miss Ann at 215-685-0494 to reserve your seat.  

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Storytime and Block Play

Thu, July 19, 2018 11:00 A.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library

Stories and songs followed by playtime with our wooden blocks.  Recommended for ages 2 to 6, accompanied by an adult; siblings are always welcome.  Imagine, build, and create!   Groups must call the children's librarian to schedule separate appointments (216-685-2093).

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STEM Thursdays

Thu, July 19, 2018 3:45 P.M.
Andorra Library

Each week we'll open up a differen Wonder Kit and explore the activities and experiments inside.

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Stenton Star Gazers Astronomy Club

Thu, July 19, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Logan Library

Do you want to learn more about the stars, space and other worlds? Join us for fun activities that will help us understand what's up there. We'll be creating origami constellations and play dough planets, exploring with telescopes, playing space travel games, and looking at interesting…

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Slime, Stress Balls, and other Squishy DIYs

Thu, July 19, 2018 4:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Kids age 12 & under are invited to make fun sensory DIYs, including slime, stress balls, oobleck, and more! Young makers will take home their tactile creations to extend creative playtime. Children ages 6 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver.

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Builder Kids

Fri, July 20, 2018 2:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Building fun for children ages infant to 12! Foam blocks, wooden blocks, LEGO, Magna Tiles, and Keva Planks!

School Age Preschool Other Great Programs Summer Reading LEGO STEM

Wooden Block Party

Mon, July 23, 2018 3:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Join us to play with wooden blocks in the library. Children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers are encouraged to imagine, build, and create!

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Construction Junction

Tue, July 24, 2018 1:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

Children can use their imagination to construct amazing things out of LEGO, blocks, and more. Bring your ideas and creativity to this fun building program.

School Age Preschool Toddler Family Programs Children Summer Reading LEGO STEM