Wisconsin Science Festival Agriculture Night

You are invited to enjoy refreshments and view a historic photo display presented in memory of Hank & Rita Bauer from their daughter, Karen Lea (Bauer) Myerchin and her husband Gordon Myerchin, in the library meeting room. 6:30 – 7:30 pm: Growing Mushrooms (Makerspace) At 6:30 adults and older children can learn about growing mushrooms … Continued

Fermentology 101

Learn the science and history of fermentation and how to make sauerkraut. Free samples!

Science on the Square: Wisconsin Robotics at MMoCA

Stop by the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art during Science on the Square to get up-close and personal with robots! The Wisconsin Robotics group will be showing their model rover and facilitating robotic interactions throughout the evening. They recently showcased their work at the University Rover Challenge, a competition designed to get college students into … Continued

Science Night @ the Library!

Come celebrate Wisconsin Science Festival week and enjoy STEM kits at the library! Thanks to a grant Sparta Free Library received from Science Kits for Public Libraries – A Project of IEEE Region 4, the library now has 17 different STEM kits covering topics like robotics, coding, math, circuits and electricity, green energy, and more! … Continued

Mineral Point Makerspace Demonstration

Stop by and learn about the library’s makerspace offerings!   Check out more events happening at the Mineral Point Public Library during the Wisconsin Science Festival: https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/venue/mineral-point-public-library/

Science on the Square – Madison Night Market Fusion

Join us for one fantastic night that blends science with downtown Madison businesses! Back for its seventh year, the ever-popular Science on the Square event is again fusing with the Madison Night Market to create a unique way to explore hands-on science activities while also supporting local businesses and vendors. In 2024, our focus is … Continued

Blast Off!

3-2-1 BLAST OFF!!! Build your own rocket and launch it using the power of pressurized air, carbon dioxide, and water!   Check out more events at the Kenosha Public Library – Northside here!

Science on the Square: Free Family Night at MCM

Join the Madison Children’s Museum for a free night of museum fun as the Wisconsin Science Festival presents Science on the Square: Madison Night Market Fusion. Check out all MCM has to offer in addition to an exciting line-up of hands-on science activities, including: UW Neuroscience Outreach, 5-7:45 pm: Join our friends from UW Neuroscience … Continued

VR Penguin Party – VR Pingüino Partido

(Geared toward Ages 10-17) Description: Virtual reality experience featuring the game “Waddle” by Field Day. Activities: Interactive gameplay where participants control penguins, exploring their environment and behaviors. Storytime with no sew penguin craft Penguin movie to watch while waiting for your VR session. (Dirigido a personas de 10 a 17 años) Descripción: Experiencia de realidad … Continued

Jack Russell Memorial Library BioBlitz Adventure

Join us as we explore nature around the Jack Russell Memorial Library during our BioBlitz Adventure! Let’s explore what’s growing, hopping, crawling, blooming, or flying around. There are 2 different ways and times to participate. We’ll have a paper version or you can download iNaturalist from your mobile device’s app store (the app is free). … Continued

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