Join SciStarter, STAR Net, and the Collaborative Summer Reading Program for an engaging webinar that explores how libraries can bring the 2024 Summer Reading Theme, Color Our World, to life through citizen science. Discover hands-on STEM activities for all ages, from exploring the wonders of space to uncovering the mysteries of the deep sea. Learn how these activities align with the theme and provide opportunities for library users to contribute to real-world scientific research. Gain valuable resources and ideas to integrate citizen science into your library’s programming, inspiring curiosity and creativity in your community! Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides [...]

On March 4 at 11 am Mountain Time, join STAR Net and the NASA Earth Science Education Collaborative (NESEC) to round out planning for your 2025 summer library programs. Discover hands-on STEAM activities that can support either the Collaborative Summer Library Program (Color Our World) or iREAD (Level up at your Library with games and puzzles). These can be used in active and passive library programs to inspire and prepare patrons of all ages – from kids to seniors - to participate in NASA GLOBE Observer citizen science. This webinar will take place at 11:00 am Mountain Standard Time. Watch Recorded [...]

Join STAR Net and The Avarna Group on May 15th at 11 am Mountain Time for a free, interactive virtual training designed for library staff and informal educators who create STEM exhibits and programming. Explore practical strategies to deepen community engagement, foster trust with the audiences you serve, and how to co-create meaningful and relevant STEM learning experiences. Learn from real-world case studies, connect with peers, and walk away with actionable tools to bring your STEM initiatives to life. Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Chat Transcript