Celebrate the season with science and creativity! In this festive hands-on STEAM Lab, kids will grow their very own sparkling snowflake ornaments while exploring the science of crystal formation. Using simple materials like Borax, water, and pipe cleaners, participants will design a snowflake shape, set up their experiment, and watch as crystals form overnight. Along... View Article
In this month’s Gardening Talks with Yavapai County Master Gardeners, learn about Wildlife Damage Control. In this talk, we will discuss the many aspects of Wildlife such as what Wildlife is, Wildlife enhancements, dealing with Wildlife, and legal status. Gardening Talks are held in partnership with Yavapai Master Gardeners. For more information about Yavapai Master... View Article
Step into the shoes of scientists and engineers with two exciting hands-on challenges! First, explore the mystery of static electricity as you make paper “ghosts” rise, float, and dance in the air. Then, shift into engineering mode to design and build your very own candy dispenser. This STEAM Lab is for kids in grades 2-5... View Article
Design and build cool creations with other LEGO lovin' kids at the library! Each month will feature a design challenge, but participants are always welcome to create their own original masterpieces. For children, ages 7-12. Register online, at the Youth Desk, or call 928.777.1537. LEGOs will be provided for in-library use. Be sure and bring... View Article
Babysitting is a big responsibility! Learn essential skills to care for younger children, handle emergencies, and build trust with families in this Safe Sitter® Babysitting and Safety Skills class. Training topics include: CPR, choking rescue, and First Aid; Child care skills; Life and business skills; and Online safety. For youth, ages 11-18. Space is limited... View Article
In this month's Star Talks, explore current methods for exoplanet detection, with particular emphasis on radial velocity measurements using the EXtreme PREcision Spectrograph (EXPRES) at the 4.3-m Lowell Discovery Telescope. EXPRES achieves unprecedented precision in detecting the tiny gravitational wobbles that Earth-sized planets induce in their host stars, pushing the boundaries of what was previously... View Article