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Summer STEAM

2023-07-03 10:00:00 2023-07-03 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, July 03
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-07-03 10:00:00 2023-07-03 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, Sep 15 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 Closed

About the branch

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

Upcoming Events

Tue, Sep 16, 9:00am - 7:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Laman Gallery - Exhibits
Annual exhibition by the Arkansas League of Artists

Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Develop a love of learning with exciting themed stories, crafts, music, games, and more in these storytimes for our pre-school and elementary aged friends!

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Genealogy Room 125
Get help with your genealogy search!

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - 1st Floor Rotunda
This month we are reading 'What You Are Looking For is in the Library' by Michiko Aoyama

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Studio A (Rotunda)
Read What You Are Looking For Is in the Library with us at Laman!

Tue, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Cooking teaches children responsibility as they follow recipes, clean up after themselves, and safely handle kitchen tools. It also develops patience as they wait for food to cook or dough to rise.

Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
ROVER
Rover is rolling to a stop at Levy Church of Christ.

Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Explore S.T.E.A.M., research skills, and more with fellow home-educated families! There’s something for everyone, and always a new friend.

Tue, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Let’s have fun! Make new friends & try something new at the library! We bring the materials, you bring the fun.

Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Studio A (Rotunda)
Learn to crochet wisteria!

Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - The Loft - Teen Center
As part of our One Community One Book series, you’ll storyboard and illustrate your own 4 panel comic, with the option to enter your work into a competition at the end of the month!

Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
William F. Laman Public Library
How fast do you think you could do a mini puzzle? What if there were prizes on the line? Get ready for this perfect puzzle party for Tweens!

Tue, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall
Join us for an educational six-week program on how to make healthier choices!

Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Room 124
Join members of Improv Little Rock to learn how to think on your feet and have fun while doing it!