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Ferris Wheel Engineering

In-Person Program
2024-07-11 15:00:00 2024-07-11 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Ferris Wheel Engineering Join us to learn about the history of Ferris Wheels and utilize the principles of centripetal force by designing and building your own. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18. Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, July 11
3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Baldwin Park Library

Meeting Room

Join us to learn about the history of Ferris Wheels and utilize the principles of centripetal force by designing and building your own. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18.

This program is funded by the County of Los Angeles Probation Department through the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA). JJCPA/Probation requires the collection of data on program participants including full name, date of birth, ethnicity, gender, zip code, and signature. Guardian consent is also required to participate.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Art Activity |

Baldwin Park Library
Phone: 626.962.6947
Hours
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Mon, Jul 27 Closed
Tue, Jul 28 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 02 Closed
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About the branch

Baldwin Park Library was founded on February 27, 1914. It has been at its present location since June 20, 1969.

The Friends of the Library was formed in 1982. This group continues to be active and gives the library volunteers and monetary support.
 

Upcoming events

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Meeting Room
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Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Who is The Mystery Reader? - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
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Meeting Room
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Summer Wrap-Up - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
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Adult Book Club : All the Worst Humans - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Join the Adult Book Club for a discussion of our latest selection 'All the Worst Humans' by Phil Elwood. For Adults
Adult Recess - Beat The Heat
Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Please join us for Adult Recess.  Instead of hopscotch and swings, we'll have games, puzzles, conversation, a random art project, AND air conditioning.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Want to make a difference in your library and community while earning volunteer hours? Our Teen Advisory Board is always recruiting! Meet other teens, gain experience and enhance leadership skills by planning and promoting library programs.
Back To School Extravaganza - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Scholars! Treat yourself to a back-to-school gift and learn about the library’s resources. Show off your creative skills and unique artwork by decorating mini tote bags. For Ages 4 - 12
Teen Fridays - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come on over to our Teen Fridays! Expand your mind, be creative and hone your skills with gaming, music, art, fashion, writing and more. Hang out in a stress-free space, have some snacks, make new friends and enjoy our teen-centered activities!
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