March - May 2016
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Denton Public Library was Awarded the Explore Earth: Our Changing Planet Exhibit!
The Explore Earth exhibit will focus on local earth science topics as well as a global view of our changing planet. The exhibit is part of the STAR Library Education Network (STAR_Net) led by the National Center for Interactive Learning at the Space Science Institute. Exhibit partners include the American Library Association, the Lunar and Planetary Institute, and Afterschool Alliance. Explore Earth is supported through a grant from the National Science Foundation. Classes listed with a globe support the Explore Earth exhibit. South Branch Library will host the exhibit from April 6 to June 2 this year!
Explore Earth: Our Changing Planet Opening Reception
Join us for refreshments, conversations, and speakers to celebrate the opening of the Explore Earth: Our Changing Planet exhibit, on display from April 6-June 2. For All Ages. Mon 4/11 South Branch 6:30 p.m.
Wild Weather
Fascinated by the weather? Find out more about how the weather impacts our world through books and hands-on activities. For ages 5-8. Tornadoes Thurs 4/14 South Branch 3:30 p.m. Volcanoes Fri 4/15 Emily Fowler 4:30 p.m.
Recycling with SCRAP
Celebrate our Earth and learn about the 4 R’s of recycling, followed by a creative reuse craft. This program is presented by SCRAP. Seats are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Best for ages 5-8. Thurs 4/21 South Branch 3:30 p.m.
Redbud Festival StoryTime
Join the library at the Redbud Festival for preschool StoryTime fun! Share in songs, puppets, and nature-themed stories that instruct as well as entertain. For children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. Sat 4/23 Denton Civic Center 11 a.m.
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Perot Museum’s TECH Truck
Engage in hands-on, makerbased science, engineering, technology, art, and math (STEAM) experiences that foster creativity and confidence. The TECH truck will bring interactive discovery directly to the library free to the public. Best for ages 8-12. Sat 3/12 South Branch 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sat 3/19 North Branch 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sat 4/9 Emily Fowler 10 a.m.-noon Thurs 6/2 South Branch 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Minecraft: Extreme Weather!
Watch out for that tornado! Local Minecraft Club members will lead you on an extreme weather Minecraft challenge. Bring your own device that has Minecraft downloaded or play Minecraft on one of our iPads. For ages 9-16. Registration required. Sat 4/9 South Branch 2-4 p.m.
Plate Tectonics
Proof that science can be exciting! Learn how the earth moves under your feet with this interactive event made possible by a partnership with Explorium Denton. For ages 5-8. Tues 5/10 South Branch 3:30 p.m. Sat 5/14 North Branch 2 p.m. Youth ReSOURCE Challenge Are you up for the challenge? Develop an understanding of waste, pollution, and the wise use of resources with Conservation Program Coordinator Kathy Jack. Participants will design and assemble action-packed projects in a creative, team-oriented manner. What will you design? For ages 8-11. Thurs 5/26 North Branch 4 p.m.
North Branch Library 3020 N. Locust St.
Join us for a day of women sharing their stories about finding success in the business and creative world. Panel discussions will be hosted by local experts, and vendors will be available to discuss their products and services. Women are ‘raising the bar’ on success in Denton! For Adults. Wed 3/5 North Branch 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day with SCRAP Denton
Learn how to reuse trash and everyday items to make cool crafts from the experts at SCRAP Denton! For ages 11-14 only. Seats are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Wed 4/20 North Branch 4 p.m.
A Reason to Ride: Bike Repair Workshop
Ready for warmer weather? Join Querencia Community Bike Shop for a workshop that will cover bike types, basic maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and quick checks to get your bike ready for spring! Visit Querencia at qcbs.wordpress.com. For Adults. Registration required. Sat 5/7 Emily Fowler 3-5 p.m.
Protecting Water Quality in Denton
Learn about the many aspects of monitoring/maintaining water quality in Denton’s streams. We will illuminate the connection between activities of individual landowners/ citizens and the effects those activities have on the quality of receiving waters that feed Lake Lewisville. Lake Lewisville is one of Denton’s sources of drinking water that needs to be protected. We will discuss the various forms of pollution and how Denton is working to minimize/ limit these pollutants. For Adults. Mon 5/23 South Branch 7 p.m.
South Branch Library 3228 Teasley Ln.
Emily Fowler Central Library 502 Oakland St.