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At this time, the majority of our events and programs are virtual. Occasionally, we may host some in-person events that take place outdoors. Please read event descriptions carefully before registering. Services at all locations are limited to grab-and-go for materials or three hours of computer use.

Virtual Event: Growing Up WILD - A Grasshopper's World
Registration Required
Wednesday
September
29
11:00​am
Online
(Virtual Room - Washington Park)
Event Categories: Science & Math; Education & Learning
Children will learn about grasshoppers and what they need to survive. Presented as a part of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Project WILD. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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Virtual Event: Pirates! All Aboard to Cuba
Registration Required
Thursday
September
30
4:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Fairview Shores)
Event Categories: Storytime; Science & Math
All Aboard to explore Cuba for Hispanic Heritage Month with a quirky pirate crew! We’ll share stories, experiment with science, and dance our way through new adventures each month via Zoom.
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Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using Snap Circuits
(Ages 8 - 12)
Registration Required
Monday
October
4
3:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Melrose Classroom 2)
Event Categories: Science & Math; Coding & Robotics
Ever wonder how circuits work? Watch or build along with an instructor as they explain basic circuitry using Snap Circuits. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.
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Virtual Event: I Spy a Shape
Registration Required
Tuesday
October
5
11:00​am
Online
(Virtual Room - South Creek)
Event Categories: Science & Math; Arts & Crafting
Square! Circle! Triangle! Explore shapes with STEAM -based learning. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
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Virtual Event: Growing Up WILD - Lunch for a Bear
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
13
11:00​am
Online
(Virtual Room - Washington Park)
Event Categories: Science & Math; Education & Learning
Children will learn about black bears and identify the kinds of foods they eat. Recommended for ages 3-5. Presented as a part of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Project WILD.
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Virtual Event: Build an Air Bazooka!
(Ages 8 - 12)
Registration Required
Monday
October
25
3:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Melrose Classroom 2)
Event Category: Science & Math
The fun will blow you away! We're assembling an air vortex cannon using household items. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.
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Virtual Event: littleBits for Kids (Ages 9 - 12)
Energy and Sound
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
27
3:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Melrose Classroom 2)
Event Category: Science & Math
Use littleBits synth kit to explore energy and sound. Watch or build along to learn about synthesizer modulators like the oscillator, random, and envelope. Class taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab.
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Virtual Event: Growing Up WILD - The Deep Blue Sea
Registration Required
Wednesday
November
3
11:00​am
Online
(Virtual Room - Washington Park)
Event Categories: Science & Math; Education & Learning
Children will develop an awareness of oceans and ocean life through fact-filled stories, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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Virtual Event: A Trip to the Grocery Store
Registration Required
Wednesday
November
10
10:30​am
Online
(Virtual Room - Eatonville)
Event Category: Science & Math
Grab those shopping lists! It is time to sort, count and experiment with all things food. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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Virtual Event: Growing Up WILD - Hiding in Plain Sight
Registration Required
Wednesday
November
10
11:00​am
Online
(Virtual Room - Washington Park)
Event Categories: Science & Math; Education & Learning
Children will learn about important adaptations of wild animals through fact-filled stories, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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