Learn Coding with Scratch

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Kunkel Creation Station

Join us in the Kunkel Creation Station as we learn the language computers speak and the way they speak it! Children will first be taught about binary–the base-two system computers use to function. Then, they will break out into teams and “code” their teammates to complete a task! The key will be thinking like a computer! Sign up now; spots are limited! Recommended ages 10-12. Registration required.

 

 

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Learn Coding with Scratch

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Kunkel Creation Station

Join us in the Kunkel Creation Station as we learn the language computers speak and the way they speak it! Children will first be taught about binary–the base-two system computers use to function. Then, they will break out into teams and “code” their teammates to complete a task! The key will be thinking like a computer! Sign up now; spots are limited! Recommended ages 10-12. Registration required.

 

 

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Game Day for All!

game day1:00 pm, Community Room 

Join us for an afternoon of board games, card games, games of skill and strategy. Fun for the entire family. The library has a stash of games to choose from or you are welcome to bring your own. Ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary. 

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Learn Scratch at the library!

Wednesday, July 9, 2 – 3 pm

Kunkel Creation Station 

Join us to learn basic programming the fun way with Scratch, a website designed by MIT to teach children the fundamentals of coding. This is an introductory-level event for children. We will show children how to use the website and even create their own games! Recommended Ages 8 – 10. Registration Required.

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Read to Dogs

6pm in the Children's Library

Specially trained dogs from K-PETs will be at the library to listen to children read aloud. This program is helpful to children who may be shy or reluctant to read aloud and will encourage them to practice reading independently. For budding readers.  

Recommended ages 6 to 12. Registration required. 

 

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Read to Dogs

6pm in the Children's Library

Specially trained dogs from K-PETs will be at the library to listen to children read aloud. This program is helpful to children who may be shy or reluctant to read aloud and will encourage them to practice reading independently. For budding readers.  

Recommended ages 6 to 12. Registration required. 

 

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Family Paint & Pix!

paint6:00 pm in the Community Room
Join us for a night of creativity and cinema. Kid's Paint Night will be followed by a drop in family movie. Kids are invited to participate in a movie-based guided painting before the family film starts. Registration required. Films will be rated G or PG.

August 22 - Moana 2

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Chess Club

6:30 pm in the Community Room

Volunteers from the Harrisburg/West Shore Chess Club will be on hand to assist young chess players and match up competitors. Join us and have fun! Participants are asked to bring a chess set, if possible but not required. Recommended ages 5 to 13. No Registration Required. 

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Engineering Design Day!

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Kunkel Creation Station

Join us in the Kunkle Creation Station to learn about the software engineers use! Children will first be taught about computer-aided design, or CAD, then be given a design challenge using computers. Then, children will be shown how CAD can be used to create real-world objects using a 3D printer! Join us for a fun demonstration and learn about CAD. Sign up now; spots are limited! Recommended ages 10-12. Registration required.

 

 

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Human Robot Day!

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Kunkel Creation Station

Join us in the Kunkel Creation Station as we learn the language computers speak and the way they speak it! Children will first be taught about binary–the base-two system computers use to function. Then, they will break out into teams and “code” their teammates to complete a task! The key will be thinking like a computer! Sign up now; spots are limited! Recommended ages 10-12. Registration required.

 

 

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