Get together and explore science, technology, engineering and math at the library. Get up close to a lizard, learn about insects and bus, stargaze through large telescopes and more.
Lego Club
Test your building skills with a monthly Lego challenge and then display your epic creations at the library until the next Lego Club. For youth ages 6–12.
Farmington
Mondays, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
May 12 Registration begins April 14.
Lego & Duplo at the Library
Drop in anytime and get your imagination working by exploring the many things you can create with Lego and Duplo bricks. For youth ages 2–12.
Galaxie
Tuesday, May 27, 9:30–11 a.m.
Homeschool STEM: Hens and Roosters
Come visit the farm at your library. From egg to chick to adult, chickens are fascinating animals. Meet some of Dodge's chickens up close and learn about the life of a chicken. Presented by Dodge Nature Center. For youth ages 5 and older.
Wescott
Tuesday, May 13, 2–3 p.m.
STEM Saturday: Catapult Science
Discover the science behind catapults and build your own. Use popsicle sticks and rubber bands to create a small catapult to take home. For ages 5 and older.
Heritage
Saturday, June 14, 10–11:30 a.m. Registration begins May 17.
Reptiles Around the World
Meet reptiles both large and small, common and rare from around the world. Discover a legless lizard, meet a rare species of snake up close, touch a gecko and much more. Presented by Snake Discovery. For all ages.
Kaposia
Friday, June 13, 11–11:45 a.m.
Burnhaven
Friday, June 20, 10–10:45 a.m.
Wescott
Tuesday, July 8, 3–3:45 p.m.
Thompson County Park Dakota Lodge
Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2–2:45 p.m.
Design a Game
Let's make a game. Use cardboard, found objects and art materials to invent your very own game. Construct a new board game, arcade game, role playing game or even a storyboard game. Then invite your friends and families to play. Presented by Now.Make.Art. For youth ages 4 and older.
Inver Glen
Wednesday, June 25, 5–7 p.m.
Building Challenge: Mighty Structures
Learn about architecture and building. Then, make and test your mighty structure built from toothpicks and candy. For ages 5 and older.
Heritage
Thursday, June 26, 10–11 a.m. Registration begins May 29.
Amazing Amphibians
Explore some amazing amphibians up close. Join a naturalist from Dodge Nature Center to meet the amphibians and learn about their real life. For youth ages 4 and older.
Pleasant Hill
Saturday, June 28, 1–2 p.m.
STEM Challenge
Explore and play with science, technology, engineering and math concepts. From paper plate mazes to tennis ball towers, this program will challenge you to put on your thinking cap and get creative. For youth ages 6–12.
Farmington
Fridays, 3–4 p.m.
July 11, 18, 25
Pipes & Pressure: Airways
Drop-in to explore engineering by building airways with PVC pipes. Create a variety of airways and experiment with feathers, ping pong balls and other lightweight props. Presented by Melon Seeds. For youth ages 6 and older with their caregivers.
Inver Glen
Wednesday, July 16, 5–7 p.m.
Pipes & Pressure: Waterways
Drop-in to explore engineering by building waterways with PVC pipes. Create a variety of waterways and experiment with boats, table runs, mini ducks and ping pong balls. Come prepared to get wet. Presented by Melon Seeds. For youth ages 6 and older with their caregivers. Event will be held outside on the west side of the library.
Wescott
Tuesday, July 22, 2–4 p.m.
Building Challenge: Bridges
Learn about the science behind bridges and build your own. We'll test your bridge at the end of the workshop. Ages 5 and older.
Heritage
Thursday, July 24, 10–11 a.m. Registration begins June 26.
Textile Art Workshop
Learn about textiles, then design a one-of-a-kind project using a variety of supplies. Projects made during the workshop will be sent with 4-H staff to be on display during the Dakota County Fair. Participants will be able to pick their projects up at the library after the fair. Registration required. For youth ages 6 and older. Presented in partnership with Dakota County 4-H.
Pleasant Hill
Thursday, July 24, 1–3 p.m. Registration begins June 26.
Snake, Rattle and Roll
Learn about reptiles and amphibians that call Minnesota and Wisconsin home. Watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, touch snakes and much more. Presented by Snake Discovery. For all ages.
Heritage
Wednesday, July 30, 2–2:45 p.m.
S is for Snake
Meet some live snakes to better understand these wonderful animals. From their forked tongues and sharp teeth to their strong coils and smooth scales, they really are amazing creatures. Presented by Dodge Nature Center. For youth ages 4 and older.
Pleasant Hill
Saturday, Aug. 2, 1–2 p.m.