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This event is in the "Middle School" group

Robomasterminds Presents: Robotics Camp- Ready, Set, Compete!

12:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work in small groups to build and program an autonomous robot using sensors.  Then, test and refine your program to solve competition tasks. Presented by RoboMasterminds. For children in grades 4-8.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Robomasterminds Presents: Robotics Camp- Ready, Set, Compete!

12:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work in small groups to build and program an autonomous robot using sensors.  Then, test and refine your program to solve competition tasks. Presented by RoboMasterminds. For children in grades 4-8.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group

Full STEAM Ahead!

10:30am–11:15am
Birth to Five
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for ages 20 months - early 4's. Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Robomasterminds Presents: Robotics Camp- Ready, Set, Compete!

12:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary, Middle School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work in small groups to build and program an autonomous robot using sensors.  Then, test and refine your program to solve competition tasks. Presented by RoboMasterminds. For children in grades 4-8.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Stomp Water Rockets

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build and launch a water rocket up to 30 feet in the air using simple household items. Grades 6-12. 

This program will be held at the Cecilton Park Pavilion behind the Cecilton Library (weather permitting).

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group

Full STEAM Ahead!

10:30am–11:15am
Birth to Five
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for ages 20 months - early 4's. Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Smartphones

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about how to use an iPhone or Android smartphone. Topics covered will include sending texts, understanding the difference between iPhones and Android phones, and installing apps.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Extreme Jean Presents: Science Spectacular

10:30am–11:30am
Elementary
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Observe and participate in visual experiments including vortex fog rings, bubbling potions, and clouds on the ground. Presented by Extreme Jean of Team Eric Energy. Ages 6-11.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Extreme Jean Presents: Science Spectacular

1:30pm–2:30pm
Elementary
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Observe and participate in visual experiments including vortex fog rings, bubbling potions, and clouds on the ground. Presented by Extreme Jean of Team Eric Energy. Ages 6-11.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Poisonous Plants: How Safe is Your Garden?

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Rising Sun Branch
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

Learn how to identify some common poisonous plants to help avoid them and recognize how they can benefit humans.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group

Full STEAM Ahead!

10:30am–11:15am
Birth to Five
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for ages 20 months - early 4's. Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group

Full STEAM Ahead!

10:30am–11:15am
Birth to Five
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for ages 20 months - early 4's. Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group

Preschool Art: Colors

10:30am–11:30am
Birth to Five
Rising Sun Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint and stories combine in this colored-themed art class. Ages 3-5.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Stars on the Move: The Sky Tonight

6:00pm–6:45pm
Birth to Five, Elementary
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Observe the night sky in an inflatable planetarium! Ages 4-11. 

Please note: Children must be able to enter the inflatable planetarium on their own.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Susquehannock Wildlife Society Presents: Amphibian Tales

10:30am–11:30am
Elementary
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the amazing wildlife that colors our world with Susquehannock Wildlife Society.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Woodworking 101: Build a Caddy Organizer (for Tweens)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary, Middle School
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build your own caddy organizer while learning woodworking basics! Grades 4-8.

Registration opens two weeks prior to the program date. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group

Full STEAM Ahead!

10:30am–11:15am
Birth to Five
Perryville Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five
Program Type: Art, Science & Technology, StoryTime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy different STEAM activities each week in this hands-on program for young learners. Program designed for ages 20 months - early 4's. Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Wildlife Adventures Presents: Wildlife Photography

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
Rising Sun Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

WildLENS Adventures combines the art of photography with the wonders of wildlife, allowing attendees to learn basic photography skills while capturing great shots of our live animals. Take home a print out of your favorite photo. Grades 6-12.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Staying Safe Online

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this course, learn how to avoid Internet scams in ads, emails, and online shopping.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Science Guys Present: Color Our World

10:30am–11:15am
Birth to Five, Elementary
Cecilton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cecilton Branch
Room: Cecilton Community Center (203 E Main Street)
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take an exciting journey into the science of colors and how we see them! Through fun experiments and interactive demonstrations, young scientists will learn about light sources, prisms, and the science of rainbows!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Birth to Five" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Science Guys Present: Color our World

3:30pm–4:15pm
Birth to Five, Elementary
Elkton Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take an exciting journey into the science of colors and how we see them! Through fun experiments and interactive demonstrations, young scientists will learn about light sources, prisms, and the science of rainbows!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Susquehannock Wildlife Society Presents: Reptile Tales

1:30pm–2:30pm
Elementary
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the amazing wildlife that colors our world with Susquehannock Wildlife Society.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Woodworking 101: Build a Caddy Organizer

3:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School
North East Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build your own caddy organizer while learning woodworking basics! Grades 6-12.

 

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

National Aquarium: Sharks!

10:30am–11:30am
Elementary
Chesapeake City Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Using hands-on artifacts, explore these unique creatures and their amazing survival adaptations as we dispel myths about these aquatic “monsters.” Presented by the National Aquarium.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.