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STEM Challenge

Rescue Mission
2026-06-23 15:30:00 2026-06-23 16:30:00 America/New_York STEM Challenge Work as a team to design a creative rescue device using only the materials provided. Intended for ages 9 and up. Fairview Public Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, June 23
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-23 15:30:00 2026-06-23 16:30:00 America/New_York STEM Challenge Work as a team to design a creative rescue device using only the materials provided. Intended for ages 9 and up. Fairview Public Library - Meeting Room

Work as a team to design a creative rescue device using only the materials provided. Intended for ages 9 and up.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Social | Education |

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Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Homeschool STEAM Program
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Weekly STEAM fun for homeschoolers ages 5-8. Explore, experiment, and build critical thinking skill through hands-on activities. This month's theme is Entomology - the study of bugs!
Fantasy Book Club - The Buried Giant by Kazuo Ishiguro
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our adult Fantasy Book Club! A new fantasy novel each month, great discussion, and epic adventures await.
Beginner & Intermediate Crochet
Thu, May 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Calling crocheters! The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for patrons with beginner and intermediate crochet skills.
Craft Encore
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
We've done a lot of crafts in the past 6 months! Come revisit them with us. Choose your own crafty adventure and chat with friends.
Weird Lit Night - Chlorine by Jade Song
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us once a month for Weird Lit Night, where we discuss books exploring cosmic horrors, creepy cults, and unknowable dimensions.
Fairview Summer Reading Kickoff - Unearth a Story
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Come unearth a story with a scavenger hunt, the Momentum Ice Cream Truck, and more at the Fairview Public Library! The Momentum Ice Cream Truck will be at the library from 12 pm-3 pm.
Beginner Crochet
Mon, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Want to learn how to crochet? The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for those with beginner crochet skills.
Evening Craft Circle - T-Rex Cross Stitch
Mon, Jun 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our new evening social crafting event! We will learn to cross-stitch using a Tyrannosaurus rex pattern.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
STEM Challenge - 3 Little Pigs
Tue, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Using only the materials provided, design and build a structure strong enough to withstand the Big Bad Wolf's blow. Will your house survive? Intended for ages 9 and up.
Unearth a STEAM Program - Build a Dinosaur
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Use creative materials to design and build your own dinosaur! Decorate your creation and learn a few fun facts about the prehistoric creature you made. This program is intended for ages 5-8.
Cozy Mystery Book Club - The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Love a good whodunit without the gore? Join our Cozy Mystery Book Club for lighthearted mysteries and lively discussion!
Intermediate Crochet
Thu, Jun 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Calling crocheters! The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for patrons with intermediate crochet skills.
Family Dinosaur Bingo
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Fun for the family! Bingo with a dinosaur twist - finding five Jurassic elements (row, column, or diagonally) on your bingo card. Winners will get a prize.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring your little ones in for an interactive and engaging story with songs and fun activities.
UNO Showdown
Fri, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Whether you’re an UNO pro or new to the game, it’s time to put your skills to the test! Join us for our UNO Showdown and face off against friends and new opponents in fast-paced rounds of UNO.
Beginner Crochet
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Want to learn how to crochet? The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for those with beginner crochet skills.
T-Rex Tea Party
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a T-Rex Tea Party! Make a dinosaur Craft, sip prehistoric punch and enjoy silly dinosaur fun. This program is intended for ages 5-8.
The Ultimate Art Challenge - Famous Paintings Edition
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Recreate a famous painting-but with a twist! Choose a famous painting and a mystery medium, then see how creatively you can bring your masterpiece to life!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Sensory Play
Tue, Jun 09, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Time for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to interact with fun and interesting sensory toys and activities. Helps to promote development of fine and gross motor skills.
True Crime Book Club - Whisper to the Black Candle by Jaclyn Weldon White
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Dive into the dark and intriguing world of true crime with fellow readers as we discuss a different case each month.
STEM Challenge - Hazardous Waste Collection
Tue, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Work as a team to design a tool that can collect trash from an obstacle course while guiding a teammate safely through the challenge.
Unearth Art Program - Exploring Cave Paintings
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
This program is targeted for students 5-8 years old. We are exploring the mystery of ancient cave art.
Sidewalk Takeover
Wed, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Families welcome as we draw whatever we can imagine all over the sidewalks around Fairview Public Library.
Cold Case Club
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Using provided materials, a group of adults will work to solve fictional cold cases.
DINO Discovery - OUT of the BOX Education
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Fun and playful hands-on interaction with dinosaur animatronics.
Teen Ramen Bar
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Cook ramen and build your own bowl with a variety of toppings and flavors. Mix and match ingredients to create your perfect ramen combination. This program is for ages 13 and older.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Unearth a Recipe - Recipe Swap
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Food tells a story and is a wonderful way to learn about family history and culture. Bring a written recipe to share - along with an example of the dish, if you would like!
MarioKart Tournament
Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Start your engines and race your way to victory in our MarioKart tournament. Nintendo Switch controllers will be provided. 
Beginner Crochet
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Want to learn how to crochet? The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for those with beginner crochet skills.
Manga Night
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Get together and talk to other manga fans about your favorite genres, series, dramas, and anime adaptations! This program is for adults.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
DIY Stress Balls and NeeDoh
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Make your own squishy stress balls and sensory fidgets using simple materials. Experiment with different fillings to create the perfect squeeze.
Unearth a STEM Program - Dino Rescue
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Frozen dinosaurs need your help! Use simple tools and solutions to carefully free them from ice in this hands-on rescue challenge. This program is intended for ages 5-8
Fantasy Book Club - Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our adult Fantasy Book Club! A new fantasy novel each month, great discussion, and epic adventures await.
Dino Soap Bars
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
A fun and creative soap-making workshop where we will craft a colorful bar of soap with a hidden dinosaur inside!
Intermediate Crochet
Thu, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Calling crocheters! The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for patrons with intermediate crochet skills.
Social Craft
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your own project to work on at the library and enjoy adult company. Craft supplies will be available if you are in need!
LEGO Freeplay
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
This program is intended for children at least 5 years old, due to choking hazards.
ASL Workshop for Beginners
Thu, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Start your signing journey in our ASL Workshop for Beginners! No prior experience is necessary, just a desire to learn and connect.
Master Gardener Sprouts - Horticulture Activities for Kids
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
We read a garden-related story and explore the world of plants through hands-on horticulture, writing, games and other fun activities. 
Cold Case Club
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Using provided materials, a group of adults will work to solve fictional cold cases.
Fairview Hot Ones Challenge
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Inspired by Hot Ones! Taste test dino nuggets with sauces that get progressively hotter and see if you can handle the heat!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Master Gardener Sprouts - Horticulture Activities for Kids
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
We read a garden-related story and explore the world of plants through hands-on horticulture, writing, games and other fun activities. 
STEM Challenge - Rescue Mission
Tue, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Work as a team to design a creative rescue device using only the materials provided. Intended for ages 9 and up.
Unearth Art Program - Art of Ancient Egypt
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
This program is targeted to students 5 to 8 years old. We are exploring the art of Ancient Egypt.
Master Gardener Sprouts - Horticulture Activities for Kids
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
We read a garden-related story and explore the world of plants through hands-on horticulture, writing, games and other fun activities. 
Intermediate Crochet
Thu, Jun 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Calling crocheters! The Fairview Library is offering adult crochet lessons for patrons with intermediate crochet skills.
Master Gardener Sprouts - Horticulture Activities for Kids
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
We read a garden-related story and explore the world of plants through hands-on horticulture, writing, games and other fun activities. 
Cherry Pom-Pom Keychains
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Create cherry keychains made of pom-poms.
Hieroglyphic Heist
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Decode secret messages and ancient symbols in this Egyptian themed challenge inspired by real hieroglyphics. Can you crack the code?
Weird Lit Night - Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us once a month for Weird Lit Night, where we discuss books exploring cosmic horrors, creepy cults, and unknowable dimensions.
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