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Code with Drawing
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThis isn't just arts and crafts — once you put your marker to the paper, you're helping our robots come alive. Watch as our robots use your lines and symbols as a map and instruction manual for where to go and what to do. Room: The Martin Room - Youth Services, 1st Floor Age range: […]
Reading Challenge: Native American Heritage Month 2022
BeanstackNovember is National Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate the rich cultural traditions, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in North America by reading books written by Indigenous authors and completing activities inspired by this celebration. Log your reading and activities in Beanstack throughout the month to earn badges. Location: Beanstack Age range: All Ages Registration […]
Tis the Season: Holiday Traditions from Radio’s Golden Age, Presented by Steve Darnall
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThe holidays are a time of traditions for many — and there were plenty of entertaining traditions during the "Golden Age" of radio, from Jack Benny's annual shopping trips to Lionel Barrymore's portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge. Our gift to you is an audio-based presentation full of classic seasonal sounds from radio's past, designed to spur […]
Health Screenings and Education with Carthage College
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesCarthage College nursing students are providing free health screenings and education at the library. Stop in to test your vision, blood pressure, blood sugar, ankle brachial index, body mass index and more. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: All Ages No registration — just drop in. Want to explore other health resources and […]
COVID-19 Safety During the Holidays
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesFrom 11 a.m.-1 p.m., stop by the Racine Literacy Council's booth in the youth services department on the first floor. Here, take a survey and play COVID-19 myth-busters. All survey participants will be entered to win a gift basket. From 1-2 p.m., join the Racine Literacy Council in the Atrium to get up-to-date on COVID-19. […]
Scratch 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet started on your coding journey. We walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch, an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Kids Grades 3+ Registration is required.
Maker Monday
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesThe Innovation Lab will be open all day for you to stop in and try our 3D printers, laser engravers, virtual reality, drones and more! Try printing out a figurine or useful tool, or engrave a tag for your pet. You can even stay for a while to use our gaming systems. Room: The Atrium […]
iPad 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet ready to learn your way around an iPad! In this class, we'll go over the app store and how it works. Please bring your own device and any passwords needed to use it. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults Registration is required. Interested in more tech help?
Android 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesHow do you find things on an Android phone? What buttons and gestures do you need to know to use it? Bring your phones to the library for an informational session that will have you navigating confidently in no time. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Adults Registration is required. Interested […]
Scratch Jr. 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet started on your coding journey. We walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch Jr., an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
Scratch 101
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesGet started on your coding journey. We'll walk you through the basics of coding using Scratch, an easy block coding program for young ages. Room: The Lee Room - Atrium, 1st Floor Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required. Note: This event was originally posted for Dec. 2 but is taking place on Dec. 8.
Postponed Podcast Production 101 with Community Powered
Racine Public Library Building 75 Seventh Street, Racine, WI, United StatesLearn some of the standard methods and styles of creating a podcast with Anthony from Community Powered. Community Powered, a part of Wisconsin Humanities, is working with the Racine Public Library to empower our community. Room: The Atrium - 1st Floor Age range: Teens, Adults Registration is required.