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STEAM Explorers
2026-09-16 16:00:00 2026-09-16 17:00:00 America/New_York STEAM Explorers Join us on the third Wednesday of each month to explore the world of science and creativity. Main Library - Annex Room D

Wednesday, September 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Main Library

Annex Room D

Join us on the third Wednesday of each month to explore the world of science and creativity.

Each month we will focus on a different STEAM topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics.

We'll have laptop stations set up for explorers to expand their STEAM knowledge with Fiero Code. An interactive, gamified program that turns coding into an exciting adventure. To learn more, or start learning at home, sign up for Fiero Code today!

AGE GROUP: | School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM Learning |

TAGS: | STEAM | school age |

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Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
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We're closed Sunday August 23 due to Closed Sundays for the summer
Mon, Aug 17 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Aug 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Aug 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Aug 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 23 Closed
(Closed Sundays for the summer)
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You can do it all at the Main Library. The Main Library features a robust collection on three floors, several meeting rooms for public reservation, library and community-sponsored programs for all ages, a computer and reference lab, children's room, genealogy and local history room, our Book-a-Bike program and more!

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Yarn Blossoms
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Turn colorful yarn into beautiful blooming flowers! Learn a simple weaving technique to create unique yarn flowers that can brighten up your room, decorate your locker, or make a thoughtful gift.
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DIY Duct Tape Pouches
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Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Writers Group
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Creative Aging Art Show
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Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Participants in our Creative Aging Class will share their work in an art display from July 23 to August 26. Please Join us for a reception to open the show July 23 at noon.
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The Bee Mobile Library at Gleason's Mobile Home Park
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Creative Aging Art Show
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Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Participants in our Creative Aging Class will share their work in an art display from July 23 to August 26. Please Join us for a reception to open the show July 23 at noon.
Creative Aging Art Show
Sat, Aug 22, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Participants in our Creative Aging Class will share their work in an art display from July 23 to August 26. Please Join us for a reception to open the show July 23 at noon.
Creative Aging Art Show
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Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Participants in our Creative Aging Class will share their work in an art display from July 23 to August 26. Please Join us for a reception to open the show July 23 at noon.
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Start the school year with style. Make a magnet that will add interest to your locker, fridge, or any other magnetic surface.
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Creative Aging Art Show
Tue, Aug 25, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
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Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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