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Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Introduce your little ones to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) concepts through fun and interactive activities. Explore a variety of STEAM skills at stations throughout the Innovation Lab, including robotics, simple coding, and more. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
Computer Basics: Learn to Type
Computer Basics: Learn to Type
Hone your typing skills or get started on your typing journey. We'll have you typing like a pro in no time. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
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Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Get 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
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Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Get 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
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Fortnite Tournament
Fortnite Tournament
Showcase your skills for the ultimate Fortnite showdown! Compete in an action-packed tournament to claim victory as the champion of the virtual battleground. Room: Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor (by the elevator) Age range: Tweens & Teens Registration is required.
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The Great Turkey Launch
The Great Turkey Launch
What does it take to construct the perfect turkey catapult? We'll judge your plastic-turkey-launching skills based on distance, accuracy and hilarity. Room: TeenScene - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Teens No registration — just drop in.
Computer Basics: Windows 11
Computer Basics: Windows 11
Learn how to use the Windows 11 operating system. No equipment required — just stop in, and we'll use the library's computers to show you the ropes. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Adults Registration is required.
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STEAM Workshops: Robotics Lab
STEAM Workshops: Robotics Lab
Explore how different robots work by trying them out yourself. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
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Maker Monday
Maker Monday
On the second Monday of the month, stop in to try different STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) activities. Make something new, try out fun games and experiences, or spend some time at our Just Dance or Switch Sports station. On Sept. 11, we're bringing out the 3D printers, Dash the robot, and trying […]
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Cutting the Cord: From Cable to Streaming
Cutting the Cord: From Cable to Streaming
We'll tell you everything you need to know about disconnecting from traditional cable and getting started with streaming services. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Adults Registration is required.
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Racine Public Library on the Don Rosen Show
Racine Public Library on the Don Rosen Show
The library is joining Don Rosen on WRJN for his relaunch of the Don Rosen Show. The show will be 6-8 a.m. Monday through Friday, featuring library teammates for an hour each week to highlight programs and services the library offers beyond the world of books. This week - Melissa Donaldson, Head of Digital Services […]
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Preschool & Toddler STEAM Time
Introduce your little ones to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) concepts through fun and interactive activities. Explore a variety of STEAM skills at stations throughout the Innovation Lab, including robotics, simple coding, and more. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids No registration — just drop in.
STEAM Workshops: Cars and Drones
STEAM Workshops: Cars and Drones
Curious to know what it's like to control and even program a tiny vehicle? Come try out the library's drones and remote control cars to get a taste of coding and engineering. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
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STEAM Workshops: 3D Printing 101
STEAM Workshops: 3D Printing 101
3D printers can make figurines, tools, fidget toys, useful items and so much more. Come learn how our 3D printers work, from how to pick and print a model to how the machines turn them into real life. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Tweens & Teens Registration is required.
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Coding Classes: Coding Blocks
Coding Classes: Coding Blocks
Coding isn't just about a pageful of text and symbols. You can code even using hands-on tools like physical blocks and games. These methods are fun, easy ways to start learning coding. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Get 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
1 event,
Racine Public Library on the Don Rosen Show
Racine Public Library on the Don Rosen Show
The library is joining Don Rosen on WRJN for his relaunch of the Don Rosen Show. The show will be 6-8 a.m. Monday through Friday, featuring library teammates for an hour each week to highlight programs and services the library offers beyond the world of books. This week, Ashley Cedeño shares about Social Work in […]
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STEAM Workshops: 3D Printing for Adults
STEAM Workshops: 3D Printing for Adults
Learn how to create and print 3D models using state-of-the-art equipment. From customizing jewelry and phone cases to creating replacement parts or useful tools, attendees will explore the endless possibilities of this technology through hands-on experience. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Adults Registration is required.
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STEAM Workshops: 3D Printing 101
STEAM Workshops: 3D Printing 101
3D printers can make figurines, tools, fidget toys, useful items and so much more. Come learn how our 3D printers work, from how to pick and print a model to how the machines turn them into real life. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
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Android 101
Android 101
How 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Adults Registration is required.
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Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Coding Classes: Scratch Jr.
Get 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades K-3 Registration is required.
1 event,
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Coding Classes: Scratch 101
Get 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 Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
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Coding Classes: Code with Drawing
Coding Classes: Code with Drawing
Explore the world of robotics, and unleash your inner coder. Get ready to program a robot that can respond to drawings of your own design. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Grades 4-8 Registration is required.
STEAM Workshops: Laser Engraving
STEAM Workshops: Laser Engraving
Have you ever wondered how a laser engraver works? Today, find out how by engraving a design of your own. Room: The Innovation Lab - By 2nd-Floor Entrance Age range: Kids & Tweens Registration is required.
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