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Summer STEAM

2023-06-05 10:00:00 2023-06-05 11:00:00 America/Chicago Summer STEAM Get ready to dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our summer STEAM program at the library! Join Ms. Lauren for STEAM fun all summer long. William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall

Monday, June 05
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-06-05 10:00:00 2023-06-05 11:00:00 America/Chicago Summer STEAM Get ready to dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our summer STEAM program at the library! Join Ms. Lauren for STEAM fun all summer long. William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall

Get ready to dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our summer STEAM program at the library! Join Ms. Lauren for STEAM fun all summer long.

Our hands-on, interactive program is designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning through a variety of engaging activities and projects. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore, learn, and have fun this summer!

June 5: Makey Makey Arcade - Join us as we create a huge video game controller out of cardboard! We’ll use it to play classic arcade games like Pac-Man and Frogger! Stop by and see if you can beat our high scores. 
June 12: Dinosaur Discovery - Take a trip back in time to the Late Cretaceous period. You’ll get to dig up fossils and come face to face with a baby T. Rex! 
June 26: Shrinky Dinks - We'll learn how to design and create our own Shrinky Dinks using a variety of materials and techniques. We'll also learn about the science behind how the plastic shrinks, explore the math involved in measuring and scaling designs, and experiment with different colors and textures to create works of art.
July 3: Sundae Science - We’ll concoct ice cream using dry ice (and science)! We’ll also learn about the different states of matter while enjoying our frozen treat.
July 10: Where Does Honey Come From with Calm + Confidence - A beekeeper with Calm + Confidence is joining us to demonstrate the honey making process! We’ll learn the ins and outs of honey production and how it’s harvested from a hive! 
July 17: Sky Dome - Crawl into an inflatable planetarium for a fun filled tour of the night sky! We’ll learn about constellations and hear stories of astronomical proportions. 
June 24: Raptor Rehab - Learn about birds of prey and their roles in the environment with Raptor Rehab of Central Arkansas. Come meet their avian ambassadors!

AGE GROUP: | Ages 4-9: Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM/STEM |

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William F. Laman Public Library

Phone: 501-758-1720

Hours
Mon, Mar 31 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 Closed

About the branch

This is the primary location of the William F. Laman Public Library.

Upcoming Events

Wed, Apr 02, All day
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Gallery - Exhibits
This exhibit is FREE to the public and will be on display during library hours Monday--Friday 9 am-6 pm, starting Friday, March 21, 2025, through Friday, April 11, 2025.

Wed, Apr 02, 9:00am - 6:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Room 126
We have more than 300 formal dresses just waiting for you to make them shine! Email bsmith@nlrlibrary.org to make your appointment!
Register

Wed, Apr 02, 9:00am - 7:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Laman Gallery - Exhibits
Annual juried exhibition of the Mid-Southern Watercolorists

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
William F. Laman Public Library
Babies ages 0-23 months and their caregivers can join us for music, movement, books, play, and family fun!

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
William F. Laman Public Library - Room 124
Come learn Spanish with us at Laman!

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Welcome to Tumbling Storytime! Give your little bundle of energy the best start in life by bringing them to our fun activity classes!

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Studio C
Join us in the Studio to build essential sewing skills and create a drawstring bag!

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isabella Jo Trail
Join us on a meditative nature walk accompanied by the works of Mary Oliver. “I walk in the world to love it.” -Mary Oliver

Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Early Language Learning for Littles!

Wed, Apr 02, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Innovation Hub - Glass Studio
Let your creativity shine as you cut, grind, and solder your way to a stained-glass masterpiece that’s as vibrant as you are!
Register

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
ROVER
Need something fun to do after school at the community center? No worries, Rover is on the way!

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
The classic cover-up game is back! Make new library friends AND maybe even win a prize?

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library
What’s up, friends! This time we are coloring manga panels, watching anime, and eating a special treat. Anime of the month: Kuroko’s Basket