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STEM Friday - Balloon Cars
2026-08-28 13:00:00 2026-08-28 14:00:00 America/Denver STEM Friday - Balloon Cars Come learn about some simple ~science~ while having fun at the same time. Create a car that is propelled by balloons and test in a race! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18. Holladay - Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)

Friday, August 28
1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Holladay

Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)

Come learn about some simple ~science~ while having fun at the same time. Create a car that is propelled by balloons and test in a race! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (ages 10 to 11 yrs) | Teen (ages 12 to 18) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Drop-In Activity | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | #TeenSTEM | #STEM | #HOLTeens |

Holladay
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Trudy Jorgensen-Price
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 9:00PM
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(Pioneer Day)
Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Duck Hunt
Mon, Jul 20, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Teen Guessing Jar
Mon, Jul 20, All day
Think you know your Sour Patch Kids? Come test your counting skills and guess how many Kids are in a container to win it. All week long at the Teen Display Table. Ages 11-18.
Outdoor Storytime - at Knudsen Park, Holladay
Mon, Jul 20, 10:15am - 11:00am
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive storytime at Knudsen Park, 6293 Holladay Blvd E. under the big tree! (See map).
Duck Hunt
Tue, Jul 21, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Teen Guessing Jar
Tue, Jul 21, All day
Think you know your Sour Patch Kids? Come test your counting skills and guess how many Kids are in a container to win it. All week long at the Teen Display Table. Ages 11-18.
Storytime and Activity
Tue, Jul 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity! Thursday, September 3 begins a new storytime schedule-- Thursday mornings.
Crafterspace - Community Quilt
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Duck Hunt
Wed, Jul 22, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Teen Guessing Jar
Wed, Jul 22, All day
Think you know your Sour Patch Kids? Come test your counting skills and guess how many Kids are in a container to win it. All week long at the Teen Display Table. Ages 11-18.
Letter Writing Social - Every 4th Wednesday
Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Write letters, journal, and enjoy the company of others. Supplies and hot drinks provided!
Teen Guessing Jar
Thu, Jul 23, All day
Think you know your Sour Patch Kids? Come test your counting skills and guess how many Kids are in a container to win it. All week long at the Teen Display Table. Ages 11-18.
Duck Hunt
Thu, Jul 23, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Read with Harley - Summer hours! - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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!
Teen Guessing Jar
Sat, Jul 25, All day
Think you know your Sour Patch Kids? Come test your counting skills and guess how many Kids are in a container to win it. All week long at the Teen Display Table. Ages 11-18.
Duck Hunt
Sat, Jul 25, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Duck Hunt
Mon, Jul 27, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Outdoor Storytime - at Knudsen Park, Holladay
Mon, Jul 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive storytime at Knudsen Park, 6293 Holladay Blvd E. under the big tree! (See map).
Duck Hunt
Tue, Jul 28, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
The Dinosaur Egg - Puppet Show by The Puppet Players
Tue, Jul 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Parker Puddleboot gets a very strange egg for his birthday. The odd hatchling doesn't seem to fit in anywhere and eats everything in sight. Could a time machine be the answer to this dino's dilemma?
Duck Hunt
Wed, Jul 29, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Duck Hunt
Thu, Jul 30, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
Read with Harley - Summer hours! - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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!
Summer Teen Time - Rock Painting
Thu, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come decorate a rock (or two) with Viking runes or make a pet rock to keep. Ages 11-18.
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Fri, Jul 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.
Duck Hunt
Fri, Jul 31, All day
There are 10 costumed rubber ducks hidden all over in the Holladay library! Help us spot them by grabbing a quacker tracker from the info desk! (A scavenger hunt for all ages.)
All Ability Activity Kits - Summer 2026
Sat, Aug 01, All day
Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Aug 01, 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, Aug 01, 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, Aug 03, 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 - Sublimation Puzzle
Mon, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
Ready Race - LEGO
Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Build a LEGO car and race it with other cars! All ages welcome, and children under the age of five must be accompanied by an adult.
Read with Harley - Summer hours! - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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!
Take and Make - Tissue Paper Dinosaur Suncatcher
Fri, Aug 07, All day
Take and make a tissue paper dinosaur suncatcher. While supplies last.
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Aug 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
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, Aug 10, 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, Aug 10, 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!
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Teen Time - Buttons
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come start your school year with a bang! Show off your style and make some fancy flare pins for your backpack, locker and more! For teens and tweens (ages 11-18).
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Aug 13, 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!
Summer Wellness Series - Creative Expression
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for a unique experience this summer! Better yourself with a new method of creative expression. June: Zentangle, July: Theater, August: Ceramic Painting
STEM Friday - Rock Exploration
Fri, Aug 14, 12:45pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for an exiting, interactive exploration of rocks and minerals! Plus crack open a geode for you to keep! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Aug 15, 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, Aug 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Crafterspace - Mini Canned Food
Tue, Aug 18, 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.
Teen Time - Beaded Suncatchers
Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come create a suncatcher for your window out of beads, wire and a prism charm (or two). For teens and tweens (ages 11-18).
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Aug 20, 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!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Aug 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
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, Aug 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Letter Writing Social - Every 4th Wednesday
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Write letters, journal, and enjoy the company of others. Supplies and hot drinks provided!
Teen Time - Teen Trivia
Thu, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Test your trivia knowledge with questions you might know, and some you might not! For teens and tweens ages 11-18.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Aug 27, 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!
STEM Friday - Balloon Cars
Fri, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come learn about some simple ~science~ while having fun at the same time. Create a car that is propelled by balloons and test in a race! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Mon, Aug 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.
The Emperor's New Clothes - Puppet Show by The Puppet Players
Mon, Aug 31, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
A trickster tailor finds a way to teach the Emperor that clothes are never as important as the folks around us. These puppets are made from household objects- lots of fun!
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Sep 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.
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 03, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 03, 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!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Sep 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
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.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Sep 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, Sep 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.
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 10, 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!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Sep 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity. New storytime schedule begins Thursday, 9/3, at 10:15!
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Sep 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!
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 17, 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!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Sep 18, 10:15am - 11:00am
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.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Sep 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, Sep 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity. New storytime schedule begins Thursday, 9/3, at 10:15!
Letter Writing Social - Every 4th Wednesday
Wed, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Write letters, journal, and enjoy the company of others. Supplies and hot drinks provided!
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 24, 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!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Sep 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity. New storytime schedule begins Thursday, 9/3, at 10:15!
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Wed, Sep 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.
Make a Needle Felted Pendant!
Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Make a needle felted pendant to take home. Come with an idea of what image you would like to represent with your needle felting - a simple object such as a mushroom or a tiny landscape.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
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!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Oct 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
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.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Oct 07, 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.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
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!
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Oct 12, 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!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 15, 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!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Oct 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
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.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Oct 17, 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.
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