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Mad Science: Science or Magic?

Part of Magic & Mayhem
2023-07-15 11:00:00 2023-07-15 12:00:00 America/Denver Mad Science: Science or Magic? Enter a realm of wonder and adventure where your favorite fantasy worlds collide. Prepare to embark upon a journey like no other! Whitmore -

Saturday, July 15
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Enter a realm of wonder and adventure where your favorite fantasy worlds collide. Prepare to embark upon a journey like no other!

Join us for a fun and fast-paced science program with a hovercraft that travels on air, dragons breathing smoke and ordinary things that fly. Science or magic? Mad Science is always a crowd pleaser!

AGE GROUP: | General Audience |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM |

TAGS: | #MagicMayhem | #MagicandMayhem |

Whitmore
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Maggie Mills
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Mon, Nov 02 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 08 Closed
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All Ability Activity Kits
Mon, Nov 02, All day
Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 04, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
LEGO® Club
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks in the Storytime Room upstairs.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Nov 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
Play & Learn
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
Family STEAM - Biology
Sat, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Explore biology and extract DNA from strawberries!
Teen Monthly Origami - Squirrel
Mon, Nov 09, All day
Come in the 2nd Monday of each month for a new origami project! Includes folding instructions and paper.
Kandi/Pony Bead Bracelets - A Teen Craft Program
Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Come make your own colorful kandi bracelets!
Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
Play & Learn
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
Diabetes Month - Mindful Movement: Small Practices for Lifelong Health
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore how mindfulness, movement, and sustainable everyday habits can support our health and reduce chronic disease risk.
Utah Puppet Theater
Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Come watch an engaging puppet performance from the Utah Puppet Theater!
Read to a Dog - Read your favorite book to Kings, a Pet Partners Therapy Dog
Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Read your favorite book to Kings, a trained Pet Partners Therapy Dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the day of the activity.
Saturday Morning Stories - stories, music, and rhymes
Sat, Nov 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Too busy for weekday storytimes? This storytime is for you! Children and a caring adult will have fun listening to stories, singing songs, and more.
Diabetes Month - Mindful Movement: Small Practices for Lifelong Health
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore how mindfulness, movement, and sustainable everyday habits can support our health and reduce chronic disease risk.
Fall Pumpkins - A Teen Craft Program
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Join us to make a festive fall pumpkin! Perfect for Thanksgiving decor!
Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Adult DIY - Junk Drawer Crafting
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Running out of crafting steam? Need some new inspiration or just want some company while you work on a project? Come to our Junk Drawer Crafting Night!
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Magic Tree House Book Club
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Read the book and join us for discussion, activities and crafts!
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is Vanishing Treasures by Katherine Rundell. New readers are always welcome!
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
Play & Learn
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
The Babcock Readers
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
The Babcock Performing Readers present different reader's theater performances every month.
Read to a Dog - Read your favorite book to Kings, a Pet Partners Therapy Dog
Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Read your favorite book to Kings, a trained Pet Partners Therapy Dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the day of the activity.
Read to a Dog - Read your favorite book to Geo, an Alliance Therapy Dog
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Read your favorite book to Geo, a trained therapy dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the Saturday of the activity.
Native American Crafts
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate Native American Culture with crafts.
Teen Bird-A-Month - Turkey Flamingo
Mon, Nov 23, All day
Come in the 4th Monday of each month in 2026 to make a different seasonal bird! Packets are first come, first served, while supplies last.
Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
After School Club - CREATE!
Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Explore with friends
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Saturday Morning Stories - stories, music, and rhymes
Sat, Nov 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Too busy for weekday storytimes? This storytime is for you! Children and a caring adult will have fun listening to stories, singing songs, and more.
All Ability Activity Kits
Tue, Dec 01, All day
Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks in the Storytime Room upstairs.
Ceramics Painting with Judy
Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Paint ceramics with Judy! Learn different techniques and styles of painting. All supplies including ceramics are provided.
Utah Puppet Theater
Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Come watch an engaging puppet performance from the Utah Puppet Theater!
Winter Celebrations
Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore many faith traditions with crafts from winter celebrations.
All Abilities Activities - Winter Crafting Fun
Tue, Dec 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join us for in-person activities featuring crafts, activities, games, and lots of opportunities to connect with each other and the community.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Sound Bath Experience
Tue, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join sound healing practitioner Jenny Wigham for a journey into sound and relaxation.
Jewelry with Judy
Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Make unique jewelry to give as gifts or to keep for yourself! All jewelry supplies are provided.
SYNKOFA in Concert: Chill Out
Thu, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Chill out and join Celtic Jazz ensemble SYNKOFA for an evening of Celtic and world roots music with a Gypsy flair. This concert is for all ages.
Cottonwood Presbyterian Church Bell Choir - Ring We Now of Christmas
Tue, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join the Cottonwood Presbyterian Church Bell Choir for an evening of joyful holiday music for all ages.
The Babcock Readers
Thu, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
The Babcock Performing Readers present different reader's theater performances every month.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 05, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
LEGO® Club
Wed, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Jan 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
Saturday Morning Stories - stories, music, and rhymes
Sat, Jan 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Too busy for weekday storytimes? This storytime is for you! Children and a caring adult will have fun listening to stories, singing songs, and more.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Spot the Scam - How to Protect Yourself from Financial Fraud
Wed, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Scams are becoming more sophisticated daily, but learning the red flags can keep your hard-earned money safe. Join the Utah Division of Securities for a clear, practical scam prevention session.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Jan 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 20, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
After School Club
Wed, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Explore exciting topics with friends.
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. New readers are always welcome!
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Jan 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
The Babcock Readers
Thu, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
The Babcock Performing Readers present different reader's theater performances every month.
Saturday Morning Stories - stories, music, and rhymes
Sat, Jan 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Too busy for weekday storytimes? This storytime is for you! Children and a caring adult will have fun listening to stories, singing songs, and more.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 27, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Stories, music, and songs for the whole family
Art for Kids and Tweens
Wed, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fun art for kids and tweens
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Thu, Jan 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grownups.
Family STEAM - Glow in the Dark
Sat, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore what makes things glow in the dark. STEM-y fun for curious families!
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