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STEAM Works - Ocean Style

2022-07-15 11:00:00 2022-07-15 12:00:00 America/New_York STEAM Works - Ocean Style Join us at the library or online via Zoom this summer for fun, ocean-themed STEAM activities. Experiment to see what objects sink or swim, learn about the different layers of the ocean and make your own ocean slime. Space is limited. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 8 - 12 yrs. North Central Branch -

Friday, July 15
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-07-15 11:00:00 2022-07-15 12:00:00 America/New_York STEAM Works - Ocean Style Join us at the library or online via Zoom this summer for fun, ocean-themed STEAM activities. Experiment to see what objects sink or swim, learn about the different layers of the ocean and make your own ocean slime. Space is limited. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 8 - 12 yrs. North Central Branch -

Join us at the library or online via Zoom this summer for fun, ocean-themed STEAM activities. Experiment to see what objects sink or swim, learn about the different layers of the ocean and make your own ocean slime. Space is limited. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 8 - 12 yrs.

If joining from home, you will need the materials listed below:

Sink or Swim? (June 17)

  • Baking soda
  • Different small objects (e.g. coins, small toys, grapes, raisins)
  • 5 clear cups full of water
  • Salt 
  • Sugar

Ocean Layers Activity (July 15)

  • Large glass jar 30 oz. or bigger (mason jars work well)
  • Vegetable oil
  • Dishwashing soap
  • Light corn syrup
  • Water
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Black, blue and dark blue food coloring
  • 5 paper cups
  • 5 plastic spoons

Ocean Slime (July 29)

  • 1 (6 oz.) bottle clear glue
  • About ¼ cup warm water
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon contact lens solution (containing boric acid)
  • Blue food coloring
  • Silver glitter

AGE GROUP: | Tween (8-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Online | In-Person |

TAGS: | Tween | STEM | Online | In-Person | Hybrid Program | Family |

North Central Branch
customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-693-4541
Branch manager
Sylvia Brown
Hours
Mon, Sep 15 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 Closed
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9590 Northwest 27th Avenue
Miami, FL 33147
Tel: 305-693-4541

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Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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Attention older adults! Stay connected and make new friends. Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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Working on a science fair entry, poetry illustration, Black History or Women's History Month presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. While supplies last. Registration required. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.
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Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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Attention older adults! Stay connected and make new friends. Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Attention older adults! Stay connected and make new friends. Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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Sat, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Working on a science fair entry, poetry illustration, Black History or Women's History Month presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. While supplies last. Registration required. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.
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Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Online Event: Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Mon, Nov 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us online for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
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Make incredible art using just colors and your imagination! Splash colors on your canvas to create swirling patterns, bold lines, and shapes that look like animals or your favorite things. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
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Attention older adults! Stay connected and make new friends. Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Project Saturdays - Create Your School Project!
Sat, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Working on a science fair entry, poetry illustration, Black History or Women's History Month presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. While supplies last. Registration required. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.
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Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Attention older adults! Stay connected and make new friends. Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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