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Summer STEAM

2023-06-26 10:00:00 2023-06-26 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 26
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-06-26 10:00:00 2023-06-26 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, Jul 14 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 Closed

About the branch

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

Upcoming Events

Fri, Jul 18, All day
William F. Laman Public Library
These activity packs are a grab-and-go style packet bursting with color and fun! You can finish them in the library or enjoy them at home!

Fri, Jul 18, All day
William F. Laman Public Library
Learn about different constellations in this fun interactive activity pack.

Fri, Jul 18, All day
William F. Laman Public Library
Discover the art that brings NLR to life! Visit 10 outdoor pieces and three galleries. Explore your city, support local art, and earn a prize when you complete your map.

Fri, Jul 18, All day
Innovation Hub
This exhibit is FREE to the public and will be displayed during business hours at the Innovation Hub until July 25th.

Fri, Jul 18, 9:00am - 1:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Laman Gallery - Exhibits
Paintings by local artist, Andrew Deiser

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Argenta Public Library
This Friday we will take a walk over to the Rock Region Metro building. We will be given a tour of the Barn and Trolley. You're invited to ride the Trolley after the visit with the Argenta staff.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Join us for a storytime that develops early literacy and social and motor skills with music, directed movement, rhymes and stories!

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Hora de Cuentos y Juegos para los Bebés Hispanohablantes

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:30pm
William F. Laman Public Library - The Loft - Teen Center
Are you a teen with an eye for design and looking for volunteer hours? Join us for a 4-week project as we design and build a permanent sculptural display entirely made of cardboard! 6 seats available.
Register

Fri, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Gallery - Exhibits
Argenta Art Walk features walkable galleries on the 3rd Friday downtown North Little Rock in the Argenta Arts District. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Fri, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
ROVER
The mobile library will be at Argenta Art walk this month!

Fri, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Hub - Cowork - Downstairs
Celebrate Art and Community at the Innovation Hub!