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Photo of author Dr. Jeffrey Post with the cover of Unearthed

Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection with Dr. Jeffrey Post

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
STEM, Book Discussion, Guest Speaker or Performance, Virtual Author Talk
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E. Post as he talks about The Smithsonian Nation...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Book Discussion, Guest Speaker or Performance, Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E.

STEM Time

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

3D Printing Pop-Up Workshop

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Discover the exciting world of 3D printing at this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Learn how to set up a 3D print, explore ready-to-use designs, and...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Discover the exciting world of 3D printing at this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Learn how to set up a 3D print, explore ready-to-use designs, and see firsthand what a Makerspace can offer.

Make Laser Cut Christmas Ornaments!

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Room 8 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning more about laser cutters?  Come out and get a demonstration of how to laser cut wooden Christmas ornaments.  We will have some ornaments al...

Closed
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 8
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning more about laser cutters?  Come out and get a demonstration of how to laser cut wooden Christmas ornaments.  We will have some ornaments already cut, so everyone can paint an ornament to take home!  We

Computer Tutor

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

3D Print Snowflake Ornaments

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing and design by creating your own unique snowflake! Open to children ages 6-18. Space is limited and registration is required.

Closed
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing and design by creating your own unique snowflake! Open to children ages 6-18. Space is limited and registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Computer Tutor

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

logos for scratch, sphero, and lego education

RoboCoders

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO. If you're a kid who loves building o...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO.

STEM Time

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

stuffed snake & pillow in front of books

Sew a Softie

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all! We'll cover basic hand-sewing, including q...

Closed
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all!

Computer Tutor

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

Computer Tutor

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Sphero Obstacle Course

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Are you interested in STEM? Come join us at the Westside Community Center to use our mini Sphero's to maneuver through a obstacle course. Registration is required.

Open
Available
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Are you interested in STEM? Come join us at the Westside Community Center to use our mini Sphero's to maneuver through a obstacle course. Registration is required.

Water Color Snowflakes

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come explore the fun of water on salt and make your very own unique snowflake designs! Registration is required for this event.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come explore the fun of water on salt and make your very own unique snowflake designs! Registration is required for this event.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Computer Tutor

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

logos for scratch, sphero, and lego education

RoboCoders

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO. If you're a kid who loves building o...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO.

DIY Snowstorm In a Jar Program Flyer

DIY Snowstorm In a Jar

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Prepare to make your very own snowstorm in a jar! This exciting activity perfect for kids ages 6-11, teaches kids fundamental chemistry concepts, such as chemical reactions, while ...

Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Prepare to make your very own snowstorm in a jar! This exciting activity perfect for kids ages 6-11, teaches kids fundamental chemistry concepts, such as chemical reactions, while blending hands-on learning with creativity.

Girls Who Code Club - 3rd to 5th Grade

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology. Girls Who Code Clubs are spaces where girls can join our sisterhood of suppor...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology.

Computer Tutor

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

STEM Time

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

Girls Who Code Club - 3rd to 5th Grade

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology. Girls Who Code Clubs are spaces where girls can join our sisterhood of suppor...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology.