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Summer STEAM

2023-06-12 10:00:00 2023-06-12 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 12
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-06-12 10:00:00 2023-06-12 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!

William F. Laman Public Library

Phone: 501-758-1720

Hours
Mon, Apr 22 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 23 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 24 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 25 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 26 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, Apr 27 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Apr 28 Closed

About the branch

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

Upcoming Events

Tue, Apr 23, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Gallery
This exhibit is FREE to the public and will be on display during library hours Monday--Friday 9am-6pm, starting Friday, April 19, 2024 thru Friday, May 10, 2024.

Tue, Apr 23, 9:00am - 7:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Exhibit Hall
Mid-Southern Watercolorist are once again sharing their talents with us. This is the 54th Annual Juried Exhibition. Come enjoy the display and see some of the best watercolor art works.

Tue, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
William F. Laman Public Library
Join us for storytelling adventures with your Laman librarians!

Tue, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Cooking with kids is a fun and educational activity that can boost their confidence, creativity, and skills in the kitchen. Introduce your child to some hands-on cooking fundamentals.

Tue, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - General Public Space
Get help with your genealogy search!

Tue, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Room 126
Explore the sky with us as we learn all about weather!

Tue, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Argenta Public Library
Is work stressing you out? Take a deep breath and a moment for yourself with Thoughtful Thirty.

Tue, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Argenta Public Library
An Audiobook Journey with Our Favorite Cozy Fiber Arts

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Argenta Public Library
STEAM program for kids! Every Tuesday your child can explore different hands-on activities to stimulate their creativity.

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
ROVER
Your favorite neighborhood library now comes to you! Come checkout books and movies, use a computer, craft, and hang out on Rover!

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Show of your skills in a STEAM challenge! This month's challenge? Rebuilding Fairy Tales Challenge: Escape Rapunzel’s Tower

Tue, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Maker Space
Learn the basics and start your own projects in this 3 part class with local sewist, Nichelle! Registration Required.
Register

Tue, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - LINC Center
Learn all about how to use your phone or tablet to access the library's digital resources.