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Free STEM

Family STEM Time at Carol Stream Public Library

March 08 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Students at Lycée Français de Chicago work together on a science experiment, showing hands-on learning and collaboration in the classroom.

Photo credit: Lycée Français de Chicago

Description

Family STEM Time at Carol Stream Public Library invites families to explore hands on science together. Kids can experiment with electricity, magnets, circuits, robots and gears using library supplied kits. Registration is required for each adult and child, and kits are best suited for elementary ages and up.

Event cost: Free, registration required

Event times: 2-4 p.m. March 8

Additional Information

Website: https://www.cslibrary.org/event/family-stem-time-peron-75777

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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