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Hands-on Rocket Science!

Part of Invention Month
2024-05-21 11:00:00 2024-05-21 11:45:00 America/Denver Hands-on Rocket Science! Explore rocketry and create your own rocket! Step into a world of innovations and embark on a month-long exploration of worldwide inventors and their groundbreaking creations throughout history. Holladay - Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)

Tuesday, May 21
11:00am - 11:45am

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Holladay

Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)

Explore rocketry and create your own rocket! Step into a world of innovations and embark on a month-long exploration of worldwide inventors and their groundbreaking creations throughout history.

AGE GROUP: | School Age (ages 6 to 9 yrs) | Pre-K (ages 0 to 5 yrs) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Play & Learn |

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Holladay
Phone: 801-943-4636
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Trudy Jorgensen-Price
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Storytime and Activity
Mon, Nov 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Calling all LEGO® lovers! Build something from your imagination, or try the monthly theme! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime Yoga - with Jayme Vetz
Thu, Nov 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us for this special yoga storytime experience and enjoy making a craft afterward.
Teen Time: Button Pumpkins
Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Shape a pumpkin made with buttons on your canvas, and take home a fun fall decoration! For Teens and Tweens ages 10-18.
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Holladay Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Ever wanted to know how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come learn the ins and outs with us! No experience necessary! Registration required. Ages 12+
This event is full
Cancelled
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Baby Gym
Fri, Nov 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in and play with other babies and meet other caregivers! Geared for ages 4-18 months.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us! We read a great variety of interesting books and love new members!
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Nov 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Nov 09, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Board game lovers of all ages are welcome to come play old favorites or learn fun new games! Derrek from Game Night Games will be supporting to make sure everyone has fun!
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Teen Time: Dinosaur Lanterns
Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Celebrate DINOvember and create a dinosaur lantern! For Teens and Tweens ages 10-18.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
Ever wanted to know how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come learn the ins and outs with us! No experience necessary! Registration required. Ages 12+
This event is full
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Nov 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Curiosity Lab: Runaway Turkey DIY Zipline
Fri, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Using the supplies provided, engineer and create a basket your turkey can use to escape Thanksgiving Dinner! A STEM program for Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Fall Tree Talks - Second Saturdays in September, October, and November
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us in learning all about trees. The Holladay City Tree Committee has some great speakers lined up and there will be plenty of time for questions. Everyone who is interested is welcome!
Mont Magic's Have a Magic Thanksgiving!
Sat, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
This special Mont Magic Dutson presentation that involves the magic of the events and celebrations of Thanksgiving. Can you find the Turkey (hint: it's not the magician!)
Mistborn RPG Adventure - Join us for an adventure in Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn!
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us in the world of Mistborn for adventure, magic, and a little skullduggery!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Nov 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Crafterspace - Collage Night
Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Join us in the Create Space for our adult monthly craft night. All materials provided. Registration required.
This event is full
After School Crew
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in each 3rd Wednesday of the month for active, hands-on discovery, social interaction and fun! Geared towards kids aged 6-9. November: Artsy-crafty fun
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Teen Time: Fall Wreaths
Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Come create a fun fall wreath to celebrate the Thanksgiving season! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
Ever wanted to know how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come learn the ins and outs with us! No experience necessary! Registration required. Ages 12+
This event is full
Baby Gym
Fri, Nov 20, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in and play with other babies and meet other caregivers! Geared for ages 4-18 months.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Nov 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Mon, Nov 30, All day
Let someone else appreciate the puzzles or games you are finished with and take one that is new to you! Leave one, take one.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Nov 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Tue, Dec 01, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Wed, Dec 02, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Calling all LEGO® lovers! Build something from your imagination, or try the monthly theme! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Thu, Dec 03, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Storytime Yoga - with Jayme Vetz
Thu, Dec 03, 10:20am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us for this holiday season yoga storytime, and enjoy making a craft afterward.
Teen Time - Santa Paint Brush
Thu, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Tis the season to be jolly! Come make the jolliest man of all, but make him out of a paint brush! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Holladay Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Ever wanted to know how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come learn the ins and outs with us! No experience necessary! Registration required. Ages 12+
This event is full
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Fri, Dec 04, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Baby Gym
Fri, Dec 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in and play with other babies and meet other caregivers! Geared for ages 4-18 months.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Sat, Dec 05, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us! We read a great variety of interesting books and love new members!
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Dec 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Maker Monday - 3D Printed Embroidery
Mon, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Join us in the Create Space for a drop-in craft using Create Space equipment. Staff will be available to walk you through the make! All materials provided, while supplies last.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Tue, Dec 08, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Wed, Dec 09, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Suicide Prevention - QPR
Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
You might be able to save someone you love. Come learn QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer techniques.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSSRegister
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Thu, Dec 10, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Dec 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity! December 31, 10am - 12pm, attend The Big Play New Year's Eve Party at The Viridian!
Teen Time - Holiday Party
Thu, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come eat some treats, play some games, and earn prizes for our Teen Holiday party! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
Ever wanted to know how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come learn the ins and outs with us! No experience necessary! Registration required. Ages 12+
This event is full
Suicide Preventions - QPR
Thu, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Holladay Storytime Room
You might be able to save the life of someone you love. Come learn QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Dec 11, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Curiosity Lab - Candy Science
Fri, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Mix a little holiday magic with science! Join us for a sweet and silly STEM adventure as we experiment with Holiday candy. A STEM program for Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Scavenger Hunt - 'Tis the Season
Sat, Dec 12, All day
Get into the spirit of the season by finding all the holiday pictures in the Children's Library! Earn a small prize.
Easy Bake Oven Cook-Off
Sat, Dec 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come test your skills with an Easy-Bake oven! Bring your family or join a team, then present your creation to a panel of judges. There will also be vintage Easy-Bakes and other toys to admire!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Dec 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Board game lovers of all ages are welcome to come play old favorites or learn fun new games! Derrek from Game Night Games will be supporting to make sure everyone has fun!
Crafterspace - Winter Garland
Tue, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Join us in the Create Space for our adult monthly craft night. All materials provided. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 1 2026 at 9:00am
After School Crew
Wed, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in each 3rd Wednesday of the month for active, hands-on discovery, social interaction and fun! Geared towards kids aged 6-9. December: Hot cocoa bar & holiday cookie "decorating"!
Teen Take & Make - Rag Wreath Ornaments
Thu, Dec 17, All day
Get everything you need to make an ornament for your tree made from fabric strips and a wooden ring. For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18. While supplies last.
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Dec 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity! December 31, 10am - 12pm, attend The Big Play New Year's Eve Party at The Viridian!
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
Ever wanted to know how to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come learn the ins and outs with us! No experience necessary! Registration required. Ages 12+
This event is full
Nutcracker Suite Holiday Celebration - for children and their families
Thu, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Enjoy crafts, "skating" to Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, party favors, treats and more!
Baby Gym
Fri, Dec 18, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in and play with other babies and meet other caregivers! Geared for ages 4-18 months.
The Puppet Players Present - The Shoemaker and the Elves
Sat, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
A poor shoemaker and his wife haven't a penny in the house. They have run out of everything, including hope. Two magical elves stop by to lend a hand while the couple is sleeping.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Dec 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Thu, Dec 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Dec 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity.
Tea & Tiny Things - Tiny Kitchens!
Tue, Dec 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Enjoy a cup of tea and make teeny tiny crafted versions of your favorite things at our adult craft night! All materials provided. Registration required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 1 2026 at 9:00am
The Deaf and the Musician
Wed, Dec 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come join us and sing along to fun popular kids songs while learning sign language during a live music performance by the musician group The Deaf and the Musician.
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Thu, Dec 31, All day
Let someone else appreciate the puzzles or games you are finished with and take one that is new to you! Leave one, take one.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Jan 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us! We read a great variety of interesting books and love new members!
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Calling all LEGO® lovers! Build something from your imagination, or try the monthly theme! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Jan 11, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Board game lovers of all ages are welcome to come play old favorites or learn fun new games! Derrek from Game Night Games will be supporting to make sure everyone has fun!
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Sat, Jan 30, All day
Let someone else appreciate the puzzles or games you are finished with and take one that is new to you! Leave one, take one.
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