TEEN CRAFT: Art Deco Duct Tape Art

TEEN CRAFT: Art Deco Duct Tape Art

by | Mar 8, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 comments

TEEN CRAFT: Art Deco Duct Tape Art

Art Deco is a term used for a specific style of design that was popular in the 1920’s. Create your own work of art using Art Deco as inspiration.

Materials needed:

  • Mat board
  • Template
  • Two tones of duct tape (to create contrast)
  • Clear tape (to tape on template)
  • Exacto knife
  • Tweezers

Teen Crafts are now being held IN-PERSON, every first and third Thursday of the month at 4:30pm in the Community Room. There may be some craft kits at the Front Circulation Desk, but not guaranteed.

Watch the video instructions

APRIL Teen Activities

by | April 11, 2022 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ANIME CLUB  Come and watch Ouran High School Host Club. There will also be a fun TEA PARTY! Wednesday April 13th. 4:30pm, Community Room. For ages 12-18. YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS How can you incorporate HUMOR and COMEDY into your writing? Discuss with others at...
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TEEN CRAFT: Art Deco Duct Tape Art

by | March 8, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Art Deco is a term used for a specific style of design that was popular in the 1920's. Create your own work of art using Art Deco as inspiration. Materials needed: Mat board Template Two tones of duct tape (to create contrast) Clear tape (to tape on template) Exacto...
Read More

TEEN CRAFTS: Winnie-the-Pooh Weaving

by | February 15, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, On the Same Page, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Learn how to weave a Winnie-the-Pooh for our On the Same Page event! Materials needed: Frame 15 thumbtacks White yarn Blue yarn Yellow yarn Template to refer to From home: scissors, sharpie, hammer, and tape
Read More

TEEN CRAFT: Tea Stain Art

by | January 24, 2022 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Use your imagination to make art with tea stains. Materials needed: Watercolor paper Two black tea bags Heated water (to steep the tea bags) Piece of cardboard (to prevent bleeding and staining under the paper) Spoon or brush
Read More

Teen Craft: Push Pin Word Art

by | November 18, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Make some fun word art! This could be your name, an activity you love, a favorite book, a place you love to visit... you decide! Just be sure it will fit before you begin. Materials needed: Mat board (or other material sturdy enough) Thumbtacks Pencil Hot glue...
Read More

NOVEMBER 1st-15th Teen Activities

by | November 1, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

GAME & CHESS CLUB  Come learn the game of chess, plus other fun games!Every Monday from 4:30-5:30pm in the Community Room. For ages 9-18.   TEEN ACTION COUNCIL Meet with other teens to discuss the activities that the library has.  Wednesday November 3rd from...
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Teen Craft: Pirate Skull

by | October 25, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

What's a pirate's favorite subject? ARRRt! Dress up a skull in some pirate gear with this new Teen Craft. Materials needed: Skull Tissue paper Beads Craft feathers Paper clip Sparkles Glue
Read More

October TEEN Activities

by | October 12, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ANIME CLUB   It's Halloween month so we're doing an Anime Cosplay! Dress up in a cosplay, watch some Anime, and enjoy treats with our Anime Club! Wednesday, October 13th, from 4:30-5:30pm in the Community Room. For ages 12-18. Masks encouraged but not required....
Read More

Teen Craft: Zen Doodle Pumpkin

by | October 7, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

"Hello, gourd-geous!" First Teen Craft for October will be a Zen Doodle Pumpkin. Make your own Zen design on a foam pumpkin to get you in the Halloween mood.  Materials needed: Foam pumpkin Tea light Push pin Sharpie
Read More

Teen Craft: Hanging Notepad

by | September 28, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Make a cool hanging notepad for your locker or room by gathering these materials and following our video instructions. Materials needed: Two ribbons Piece of decorative paper  Two popsicle sticks Thread Binder clip Metal folder bracketRoll of paper (we provided you...
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Q Tip Bow & Arrow

Kid + Tween STEAM: Q Tip Bow & Arrow

by | Mar 4, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 comments

Have lots of fun with this very mini bow and arrow!

Materials needed:

  • Popsicle sticks
  • Q-tips
  • Duct tape (to decorate)
  • Dental floss
  • From home: pencil, nail clippers, marker, and scissors
  • Note: soak popsicle stick in a bowl of warm water before starting
Watch the Video Instructions

Kid + Tween JUNE Activities

by | June 14, 2022 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

SUMMER READING 2022- OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES School is out and the sun is (mostly) shining... that means it is now SUMMER READING! Sign up at the booth in the front foyer. You can also sign up through the app Beanstack. 1st prizes: starts June 21st2nd prizes: starts...
Read More

APRIL Kid + Tween Activities

by | April 8, 2022 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

 FAMILY FRIENDLY FILM NIGHTS  Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday @ 4pm in the Community Room. SCHEDULE:April 19th: The Secret Garden (1949) Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.     KID + TWEEN STEAM KITS For ages 6-11. Now in person!Every 1st...
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Q Tip Bow & Arrow

by | March 4, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Have lots of fun with this very mini bow and arrow! Materials needed: Popsicle sticks Q-tips Duct tape (to decorate) Dental floss From home: pencil, nail clippers, marker, and scissors Note: soak popsicle stick in a bowl of warm water before starting
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Halley’s Comet Catcher

by | January 24, 2022 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 2 Comments

Make a fun comet catcher! Materials needed: Foil, folded Square piece of paper - origami size in the kit Yarn Model magic 
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Pigpen Cipher

by | November 16, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Can you stump your friends and family with the ciphers you create? Gather the materials below and follow the instructions to find out how!  Cipher papers (images coming soon) 2 Brads
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Pom Pom Poppers!

by | November 2, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Have lots of POPPING fun with this Pom-Pom Popper! The kit includes: Paper clips Balloons Rubber bands Launch material Directions: 1 - Cut the bottom off of the paper cup.2 - Tie a knot at the open end of the balloon.3 - Cut the top 1/2 inch of the balloon off,...
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Catapult!

by | October 19, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

LOOK OUT!  This awesome catapult will send things FLYING. Here is what you will need to put this together:   10 pencils  Spoon 16 rubber bands Soft launching materials (pom-poms, marshmallows, etc)
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Blubber Bag & Bird Feeder

by | October 6, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Our first Take N' Go STEAM kit for October is learning how creatures survive and thrive in cold climates. The kit comes with a super cool BLUBBER BAG, plus supplies to make a bird feeder. You will need: Crisco (from the Blubber Bag)  Pine cone String Sunflower seeds...
Read More

September Kids + Tween STEAM Craft

by | September 8, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Find out why cats' eyes glow with this craft! Materials needed: Clean can Scissors 4x4 black trash bag piece Rubber band Flashlight
Read More

Summer STEM: Animal Coding Game

by | July 28, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 4 Comments

Our Summer STEM from Your Library program is made possible by our sponsors: the Idaho Commission for Libraries and the Idaho STEM Action Center. A big thank you to them for their support!This fun and interactive STEM activity will teach the technique of "If-Then,"...
Read More

TEEN CRAFTS: Winnie-the-Pooh Weaving

TEEN CRAFTS: Winnie-the-Pooh Weaving

by | Feb 15, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, On the Same Page, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 comments

TEEN CRAFTS: Winnie-the-Pooh Weaving

Learn how to weave a Winnie-the-Pooh for our On the Same Page event!

Materials needed:

  • Frame
  • 15 thumbtacks
  • White yarn
  • Blue yarn
  • Yellow yarn
  • Template to refer to
  • From home: scissors, sharpie, hammer, and tape
Watch the video instructions

APRIL Teen Activities

by | April 11, 2022 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ANIME CLUB  Come and watch Ouran High School Host Club. There will also be a fun TEA PARTY! Wednesday April 13th. 4:30pm, Community Room. For ages 12-18. YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS How can you incorporate HUMOR and COMEDY into your writing? Discuss with others at...
Read More

TEEN CRAFT: Art Deco Duct Tape Art

by | March 8, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Art Deco is a term used for a specific style of design that was popular in the 1920's. Create your own work of art using Art Deco as inspiration. Materials needed: Mat board Template Two tones of duct tape (to create contrast) Clear tape (to tape on template) Exacto...
Read More

TEEN CRAFTS: Winnie-the-Pooh Weaving

by | February 15, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, On the Same Page, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Learn how to weave a Winnie-the-Pooh for our On the Same Page event! Materials needed: Frame 15 thumbtacks White yarn Blue yarn Yellow yarn Template to refer to From home: scissors, sharpie, hammer, and tape
Read More

TEEN CRAFT: Tea Stain Art

by | January 24, 2022 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Use your imagination to make art with tea stains. Materials needed: Watercolor paper Two black tea bags Heated water (to steep the tea bags) Piece of cardboard (to prevent bleeding and staining under the paper) Spoon or brush
Read More

Teen Craft: Push Pin Word Art

by | November 18, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Make some fun word art! This could be your name, an activity you love, a favorite book, a place you love to visit... you decide! Just be sure it will fit before you begin. Materials needed: Mat board (or other material sturdy enough) Thumbtacks Pencil Hot glue...
Read More

NOVEMBER 1st-15th Teen Activities

by | November 1, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

GAME & CHESS CLUB  Come learn the game of chess, plus other fun games!Every Monday from 4:30-5:30pm in the Community Room. For ages 9-18.   TEEN ACTION COUNCIL Meet with other teens to discuss the activities that the library has.  Wednesday November 3rd from...
Read More

Teen Craft: Pirate Skull

by | October 25, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

What's a pirate's favorite subject? ARRRt! Dress up a skull in some pirate gear with this new Teen Craft. Materials needed: Skull Tissue paper Beads Craft feathers Paper clip Sparkles Glue
Read More

October TEEN Activities

by | October 12, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ANIME CLUB   It's Halloween month so we're doing an Anime Cosplay! Dress up in a cosplay, watch some Anime, and enjoy treats with our Anime Club! Wednesday, October 13th, from 4:30-5:30pm in the Community Room. For ages 12-18. Masks encouraged but not required....
Read More

Teen Craft: Zen Doodle Pumpkin

by | October 7, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

"Hello, gourd-geous!" First Teen Craft for October will be a Zen Doodle Pumpkin. Make your own Zen design on a foam pumpkin to get you in the Halloween mood.  Materials needed: Foam pumpkin Tea light Push pin Sharpie
Read More

Teen Craft: Hanging Notepad

by | September 28, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Make a cool hanging notepad for your locker or room by gathering these materials and following our video instructions. Materials needed: Two ribbons Piece of decorative paper  Two popsicle sticks Thread Binder clip Metal folder bracketRoll of paper (we provided you...
Read More

Adult Makers: Tiny Books

Adult Makers: Tiny Books

by | Nov 24, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 comments

Adult Makers: Tiny Books

Make a tiny book with bookmaking skills!

Materials needed:

  • 25 pieces of paper
  • 2 pieces of 2×3 decorative paper
  • Larger piece of double-sided decorative paper
  • 2 pieces of heavier 1.5×2 papers
  • 1/4×2 paper
  • Popsicle stick
  • Glue
  • Heavy string/thread
  • Large needle
  • Scissors
  • Pencil

 

Watch the video instructions

APRIL Adult Activities

by | April 7, 2022 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

REGENCY TEA PARTY Saturday April 30th. 9am & 11am. This is a ticketed event. Join authors Sarah M. Eden, Joanna Barker, Sian Ann Bessey, and Esther Hatch for a Regency Tea Party. The event will include a Q&A session, behind-the-scenes insights, giveaways, and...
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Adult Makers: Tiny Books

by | November 24, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 Comments

Make a tiny book with bookmaking skills! Materials needed: 25 pieces of paper 2 pieces of 2x3 decorative paper Larger piece of double-sided decorative paper 2 pieces of heavier 1.5x2 papers 1/4x2 paper Popsicle stick Glue Heavy string/thread Large needle Scissors...
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NOVEMBER Adult Activities

by | November 1, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

FAMILY FRIENDLY FILM NIGHTS Come watch a movie at the library! Every Tuesday at 4pm in the Community Room. November 2nd: The Lego MovieNovember 9th: Paw Patrol: The MovieNovember 16th: PaddingtonNovember 23rd: Finding NemoNovember 30th: The Peanuts Movie Children...
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OCTOBER Adult Activities

by | October 7, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog | 0 Comments

Family Friendly Film NightsCome watch a movie at the library! Every Tuesday at 4pm in the Community Room. Oct 5th: Boss Baby: Family BusinessOct 12th: Scooby-Doo: Straight Outta NowhereOct 19th: Space Jam: A New LegacyOct 26th: Hocus Pocus Children under 12 must be...
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Adult Makers: Inspirational Tile Magnets

by | September 20, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 Comments

Inspirational tile magnets to help give you the motivation you need! Materials needed: tiles (from a mini tumbling tower or your own choice) inspirational messagesmod podge magnets pieces of paper (for the backing) scissors glue stick (optional)    
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SEPTEMBER Adult Activities

by | September 2, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

September Adult Book Club The Library Book Club will be meeting on Thursday, September 16th, at 6:30pm in the Community Room. There has been a change of book; the book for September is Sold by Patricia McCormick. Lakshmi is a thirteen-year-old girl who lives with her...
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JULY Adult Activities

by | June 30, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Adult Summer Reading Explore Tails and Tales at the Library this summer by researching animals in all their habitats. Each time you complete a “Research Area” by reading 1000 pages of your choice, bring your log into the Library for a small reward.   If you...
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Adult Makers: Waste Canvas Critters

by | June 18, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog | 0 Comments

Time to learn how to make waste canvas cross stitch critters! Materials needed are:   - Waste canvas/mesh, 6x6" - Animal patterns - Needle - 5 safety pins - Embroidery floss, 5 colors w/3 strands  (white, black, warm brown, bright pink, and dark red)  - Material to...
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June Adult Activities

by | May 25, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

Adult Summer Reading Explore Tails and Tales at the Library this summer by researching animals in all their habitats. Each time you complete a “Research Area” by reading 1000 pages of your choice, bring your log into the Library for a small reward. If you successfully...
Read More

Adult Makers: Macrame Earrings

by | April 22, 2021 | Adult Makers, Blog | 0 Comments

Learn how to make macrame earrings. You will need: 12 lengths of cord 2 keyrings 2 ear wires 6 beads 2 pins scissors a soft workstation    
Read More

Teen Craft: Push Pin Word Art

Teen Craft: Push Pin Word Art

by | Nov 18, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 comments

Teen Craft: Push Pin Word Art

Make some fun word art! This could be your name, an activity you love, a favorite book, a place you love to visit… you decide! Just be sure it will fit before you begin.

Materials needed:

  • Mat board (or other material sturdy enough)
  • Thumbtacks
  • Pencil
  • Hot glue
  • Optional: duct tape for the border (the kit includes pre-taped mats)
Watch the video instructions

APRIL Teen Activities

by | April 11, 2022 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ANIME CLUB  Come and watch Ouran High School Host Club. There will also be a fun TEA PARTY! Wednesday April 13th. 4:30pm, Community Room. For ages 12-18. YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS How can you incorporate HUMOR and COMEDY into your writing? Discuss with others at...
Read More

TEEN CRAFT: Art Deco Duct Tape Art

by | March 8, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Art Deco is a term used for a specific style of design that was popular in the 1920's. Create your own work of art using Art Deco as inspiration. Materials needed: Mat board Template Two tones of duct tape (to create contrast) Clear tape (to tape on template) Exacto...
Read More

TEEN CRAFTS: Winnie-the-Pooh Weaving

by | February 15, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, On the Same Page, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Learn how to weave a Winnie-the-Pooh for our On the Same Page event! Materials needed: Frame 15 thumbtacks White yarn Blue yarn Yellow yarn Template to refer to From home: scissors, sharpie, hammer, and tape
Read More

TEEN CRAFT: Tea Stain Art

by | January 24, 2022 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Use your imagination to make art with tea stains. Materials needed: Watercolor paper Two black tea bags Heated water (to steep the tea bags) Piece of cardboard (to prevent bleeding and staining under the paper) Spoon or brush
Read More

Teen Craft: Push Pin Word Art

by | November 18, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Make some fun word art! This could be your name, an activity you love, a favorite book, a place you love to visit... you decide! Just be sure it will fit before you begin. Materials needed: Mat board (or other material sturdy enough) Thumbtacks Pencil Hot glue...
Read More

NOVEMBER 1st-15th Teen Activities

by | November 1, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

GAME & CHESS CLUB  Come learn the game of chess, plus other fun games!Every Monday from 4:30-5:30pm in the Community Room. For ages 9-18.   TEEN ACTION COUNCIL Meet with other teens to discuss the activities that the library has.  Wednesday November 3rd from...
Read More

Teen Craft: Pirate Skull

by | October 25, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

What's a pirate's favorite subject? ARRRt! Dress up a skull in some pirate gear with this new Teen Craft. Materials needed: Skull Tissue paper Beads Craft feathers Paper clip Sparkles Glue
Read More

October TEEN Activities

by | October 12, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

TEEN ANIME CLUB   It's Halloween month so we're doing an Anime Cosplay! Dress up in a cosplay, watch some Anime, and enjoy treats with our Anime Club! Wednesday, October 13th, from 4:30-5:30pm in the Community Room. For ages 12-18. Masks encouraged but not required....
Read More

Teen Craft: Zen Doodle Pumpkin

by | October 7, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

"Hello, gourd-geous!" First Teen Craft for October will be a Zen Doodle Pumpkin. Make your own Zen design on a foam pumpkin to get you in the Halloween mood.  Materials needed: Foam pumpkin Tea light Push pin Sharpie
Read More

Teen Craft: Hanging Notepad

by | September 28, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Make a cool hanging notepad for your locker or room by gathering these materials and following our video instructions. Materials needed: Two ribbons Piece of decorative paper  Two popsicle sticks Thread Binder clip Metal folder bracketRoll of paper (we provided you...
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Pigpen Cipher

Kid + Tween STEAM: Pigpen Cipher

by | Nov 16, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 comments

Can you stump your friends and family with the ciphers you create? Gather the materials below and follow the instructions to find out how!
 

  • Cipher papers (images coming soon)
  • 2 Brads
Watch the Video Instructions

Kid + Tween JUNE Activities

by | June 14, 2022 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

SUMMER READING 2022- OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES School is out and the sun is (mostly) shining... that means it is now SUMMER READING! Sign up at the booth in the front foyer. You can also sign up through the app Beanstack. 1st prizes: starts June 21st2nd prizes: starts...
Read More

APRIL Kid + Tween Activities

by | April 8, 2022 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

 FAMILY FRIENDLY FILM NIGHTS  Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday @ 4pm in the Community Room. SCHEDULE:April 19th: The Secret Garden (1949) Children under 12 must be accompanied by someone 14 or older.     KID + TWEEN STEAM KITS For ages 6-11. Now in person!Every 1st...
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Q Tip Bow & Arrow

by | March 4, 2022 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Have lots of fun with this very mini bow and arrow! Materials needed: Popsicle sticks Q-tips Duct tape (to decorate) Dental floss From home: pencil, nail clippers, marker, and scissors Note: soak popsicle stick in a bowl of warm water before starting
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Halley’s Comet Catcher

by | January 24, 2022 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 2 Comments

Make a fun comet catcher! Materials needed: Foil, folded Square piece of paper - origami size in the kit Yarn Model magic 
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Pigpen Cipher

by | November 16, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Can you stump your friends and family with the ciphers you create? Gather the materials below and follow the instructions to find out how!  Cipher papers (images coming soon) 2 Brads
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Pom Pom Poppers!

by | November 2, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Have lots of POPPING fun with this Pom-Pom Popper! The kit includes: Paper clips Balloons Rubber bands Launch material Directions: 1 - Cut the bottom off of the paper cup.2 - Tie a knot at the open end of the balloon.3 - Cut the top 1/2 inch of the balloon off,...
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Catapult!

by | October 19, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

LOOK OUT!  This awesome catapult will send things FLYING. Here is what you will need to put this together:   10 pencils  Spoon 16 rubber bands Soft launching materials (pom-poms, marshmallows, etc)
Read More

Kid + Tween STEAM: Blubber Bag & Bird Feeder

by | October 6, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Our first Take N' Go STEAM kit for October is learning how creatures survive and thrive in cold climates. The kit comes with a super cool BLUBBER BAG, plus supplies to make a bird feeder. You will need: Crisco (from the Blubber Bag)  Pine cone String Sunflower seeds...
Read More

September Kids + Tween STEAM Craft

by | September 8, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Find out why cats' eyes glow with this craft! Materials needed: Clean can Scissors 4x4 black trash bag piece Rubber band Flashlight
Read More

Summer STEM: Animal Coding Game

by | July 28, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 4 Comments

Our Summer STEM from Your Library program is made possible by our sponsors: the Idaho Commission for Libraries and the Idaho STEM Action Center. A big thank you to them for their support!This fun and interactive STEM activity will teach the technique of "If-Then,"...
Read More

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