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Imagine Your Story… with a STEAM Twist!

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Imagine Your Story… with a STEAM Twist! It’s never too early to start thinking about next summer! When designing your programming for the 2020 theme, “Imagine Your Story,” remember to look up at the night sky for inspiration. Join the STAR Net team and Luke Kralik, Organizational Coordinator for CSLP, to learn all about this year’s theme and exciting, hands-on STEAM activities that will help you bring it to life at your library. We’ll discuss programming ideas, useful resources, and tips for engaging your community!

Citizen Science Month (and Beyond!) at Your Library

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Citizen Science Month (and Beyond!) at Your Library Citizen science can open up a world of free STEAM learning opportunities for library patrons. From identifying butterflies to measuring light pollution, citizen science offers unique ways to engage every patron and allow them to contribute to the greater scientific community. With welcoming environments and equitable access to resources, libraries can serve as a central hub for citizen science in their communities! The STAR Library Network (STAR Net) is excited to showcase impactful STEAM learning opportunities that put a focus on [...]

Lights On Afterschool

Visit Our Event Campaign Page   Celebrating Library-Afterschool Partnerships Public libraries and afterschool programs share the common goal of providing safe and enriching environments for participating children and engaging families in their communities. Across the country, 10.2 million kids attend afterschool programs where they have access to a healthy snack or a meal, academic help, and enrichment activities like reading, STEM, and art. Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families, and communities. This year afterschool-library partnerships are continuing to be celebrated as an official theme for Lights On Afterschool! [...]