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STEM: DIY Kites
2025-05-17 12:00:00 2025-05-17 13:00:00 America/New_York STEM: DIY Kites Learn basic STEM concepts while designing and building your own kite! All materials provided. Fairview Public Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, May 17
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-17 12:00:00 2025-05-17 13:00:00 America/New_York STEM: DIY Kites Learn basic STEM concepts while designing and building your own kite! All materials provided. Fairview Public Library - Meeting Room

Learn basic STEM concepts while designing and building your own kite! All materials provided.

Join us for a hands-on STEM program where kids will learn the science behind flight and aerodynamics by building their own kites! This fun and engaging activity introduces basic engineering and problem-solving skills as participants design, assemble, and test their DIY creations. Perfect for curious minds who love to build, create, and explore how things work. All materials will be provided.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Education |

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