Science Saturday: Comets and Cosmos
Families can enjoy nature activities about space and take a hike. Register here.
Solar System Field Trip
Check out a planetarium show that takes you around the universe.
Galaxy Adventures
Journey through hyperspace, practice Jedi skills, learn the ways of the Force, meet characters and lots more at this Star Wars themed event. Cost: $10 per person / free to Continue Reading
Astronomy Day
Enjoy a free planetarium show, design a Mars rover, create moon art, and learn about telescopes.
To the Moon: Apollo 11 Celebration
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, launch the rocket, and make a model you can eat. Cost: $9 per person, children under 1 and members are free
Star Party
Learn about how the library’s telescopes work then go outside (weather permitting) to look for stars. Dress appropriately. Registration is required. Call 815-332-5161.
Great Balls of Fire: Comets, Asteroids, and Meteors Opening Day
Get ready for a galactic good time! Climb into a “spaceship” and blast off to the asteroid belt and Jupiter. Find out all about comets. Determine the positioning of asteroid Continue Reading
