Mad Science Show: TA-DA! The Science Behind Magic!

10:00am - 10:45am
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Patio - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Be amazed as we explore the science behind magic! Children and adults of all ages will leave with an understanding of how magicians use the principals of science to develop illusions.

Eclipse

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Music Room - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
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Did you observe Solar Eclipse 2024? Are you fascinated by Earth's celestial events?

Chess at the Beach

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. 

Tinker Tuesdays

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio.

Exploring the Science of Harry Potter

5:30pm - 7:30pm
San Ysidro Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Did you know a lot of the magic in the world of Harry Potter is rooted in real science? Explore how the Harry Potter books and movies reflect concepts in genetics, chemistry, herbology, and more.

This is an in-person workshop.