February 15th, 2021
Make gummy worms dance, see what colors really make up a black jellybean, and start some homemade rock candy! School is out the day after Valentine’s Day this year, so it’s time for some candy-themed science.
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February 8th, 2021
Beginning February 8, candy chemistry kits for the Family Fun Science program on February 15 will be available on a first come, first served basis through curbside pick-up at the library (while supplies last).
Do not open your kit until February ...
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February 6th, 2021
Join us for a fun STEAM activity with an extra emphasis on art. We’ll paint with watercolors on paper, adding a secret ingredient—salt—to give our paintings extra texture and interest.
Learn how to paint with salt at our Facebook Live event ...
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February 6th, 2021
Beginning February 6, candy chemistry kits for the Family Fun Science program on February 6 will be available on a first come, first served basis through curbside pick-up at the library (while supplies last).
The Facebook Live event teaching the salt ...
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January 9th, 2021
It’s a cold time of year in Northern Illinois, so let’s make something beautiful with it!
In this program, we’ll give you a kit with all the supplies you need to make your own beautiful ice light at home. Beginning January ...
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January 2nd, 2021
Beginning January 2, ice light kits for the Family Fun Science program on January 9 will be available on a first come, first served basis through curbside pick-up at the library (while supplies last).
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December 18th, 2020
Hello, Families! Miss Julie here to bring you news of an exciting new trio of books that just arrived from the Mysteries of Space series. These books are perfect for the child that is fascinated by space science ...
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December 2nd, 2020
Calling all kids who love to design buildings with candy, frosting, and graham crackers! Are you in a competitive mood this year? Then we have the perfect activity for you.Come to Curbside Pickup starting December 5 to get ...
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November 11th, 2020
The Children's Department is thrilled to introduce you to Tania Nezrick from Kishwaukee College's Biology Department. Read on for some fantastic advice on how to achieve your goals and some great reading suggestions that are highlighted with blue links ...
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September 10th, 2020
Do you love Legos? Well, so does Dr. Swingley! Read on to find out all about astrobiology, microbes, and the great kinds of books that Dr. Swingley loves to read.
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Wesley Swingley
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