Join an educator from the Natural History Museum who will share how fossils are discovered through excavation! This program includes a reading from a special book and an excavation box […]
Meghan and Aidan have REALLY done it this time… because apparently a normal jungle hike was just too boring. When they stumble across an abandoned prehistoric-looking science lab (which is […]
Come make your own miniature dinosaur world! Participants will create a prehistoric ecosystem using jars, plants, decorations, and toy dinosaurs. For ages 9-12. Registration is required. Limited to 15 participants. […]
Create a shimmering fish artwork using cardstock and aluminum foil, then bring it to life with paint! Cut, shape, and add colorful details to make your fish as bold or […]
The audience helps the performer act out the tale, as we use the events in the story to explore several exciting science concepts such as air pressure, energy transfer, and […]
Get ready to dig into a prehistoric adventure! In this hands-on workshop, you will step into the role of an archaeologist as you excavate hidden “artifacts” from sand—just like a real […]
Mischief is afoot—and fossils hold the secret. After an opening skit performed by members of the Teen Advisory Group, participants will scour the library for clues, solve puzzles, and question […]
Don't miss our family crafting adventure on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 3:30 - 4:30.
Join us for an afternoon of swamp making as we recreate the cretaceous landscape in a cup. Use your imagination to create the most delicious swamp using edible “mud”, “swamp […]
Meghan and Aidan have REALLY done it this time… because apparently a normal jungle hike was just too boring. When they stumble across an abandoned prehistoric-looking science lab (which is […]
Join us to paint a fun little beach scene taught by one of our staffers. All materials provided! All materials will be provided! For ages 18+. Limited to 12 participants. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library.
This isn’t about music; it’s about geology! Use microscopes and magnifying loupes to discover the main types of rocks, model the rock cycle, and perform a series of tests to unearth a mystery mineral. For ages 9-12. Registration is required.
Are you ready to roleplay? Join to play Masquerade and Murder: Ghosts of Our Past. Take on a role and solve the crime together! Costumes not required... but fun.
The audience helps the performer act out the tale, as we use the events in the story to explore several exciting science concepts such as air pressure, energy transfer, and more! Volunteers help conduct each experiment and the whole audience gets involved in changing variables, making predictions, and comparing results! We’ll even bring some experiments […]
Fly into the library for an educational journey with Exotics of the Rainforest! Meet live parrots, reptiles, and amphibians up-close. This im-peck-able presentation mixes hands-on learning with fascination for all ages and abilities. Come with questions and leave with wonder!
