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Sun Lit Solar Party

In Partnership with Clark Planetarium

2023-06-22 13:00:00 2023-06-22 15:00:00 America/Denver Sun Lit Solar Party Come together this summer for interactive programs presented in partnership with ZAP (Zoo, Arts, and Parks) and Clark Planetarium. Whitmore - Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)

Thursday, June 22
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-22 13:00:00 2023-06-22 15:00:00 America/Denver Sun Lit Solar Party Come together this summer for interactive programs presented in partnership with ZAP (Zoo, Arts, and Parks) and Clark Planetarium. Whitmore - Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)

Whitmore

Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)

Come together this summer for interactive programs presented in partnership with ZAP (Zoo, Arts, and Parks) and Clark Planetarium.

Have you heard? There are two eclipses coming up in North America, an annular eclipse on Sat., October 14, 2023, and a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. We'll learn about these events and discover the amazing features on the sun as you look (safely) through our solar telescopes!

Part of a series of interactive summer programs presented in partnership with ZAP (Zoo, Arts, and Parks) and Clark Planetarium.

AGE GROUP: | General Audience |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Drop-In Activity |

TAGS: | sun | SummerPrograms | solarparty | #SummerPrograms |

Whitmore

Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Maggie Mills

Hours
Mon, Sep 25 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 26 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 27 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 28 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 01 Closed

Upcoming events

Sat, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Saturday you want to read to Geo. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for dates.

Mon, Oct 02, All day
Pick up a coloring sheet in the Children's section and turn in your Pumpkin at the Children's desk for entry into a prize drawing by the 31st!

Mon, Oct 02, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you level-up your coding skills with Fiero Code. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.

Mon, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Tue, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Tuesday you want to read. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Tue, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Tuesday you want to read. A fun program for children of all ages! Bo will be visiting us every other Tuesday. Please check the calendar for dates.

Wed, Oct 04, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Oct 04, 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).

Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Thu, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Come make a whimsical hat with other Wonderland Fans to celebrate National Mad Hatter Day!

Sat, Oct 07, All day
Help us create a Spotify playlist for the Annular Solar Eclipse on October 14, 2023.

Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Are you interested in writing, looking to try a new creative outlet, or do you already love to write? Join Utah author Steve Capone, Jr. in a writing workshop for teens!

Mon, Oct 09, All day
Closed for Staff Day

Tue, Oct 10, All day
Come in the 2nd Monday of each month for a new origami project! Includes folding instructions and paper.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Tue, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! This group is currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on the waitlist to enter the group.

Wed, Oct 11, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Oct 11, 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).

Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Thu, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Book club for kids and a caring adult. Lively discussions, activities, friendship, and fun. Great for 8–12 year olds.

Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Billy can't take a bath because there's a furry monster in the bathtub! He tries all sorts of tricks to get the creature out but nothing works. How will he ever move a stubborn, soggy monster?

Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
An indoor and outdoor viewing party to witness Utah's annular solar eclipse.

Mon, Oct 16, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you level-up your coding skills with Fiero Code. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.

Mon, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop in to Whitmore to learn to knit simple Winter items, like a hat or scarf. Practice with and learn from other crafters in a casual, fun environment.

Wed, Oct 18, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Oct 18, 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).

Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
A safe and all-inclusive space for teen LGBTQ2IA+ community members and allies to build friendships, discuss important issues, and have fun!

Canceled
Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Wed, Oct 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Join us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is Tombstone by Thomas Clavin. New readers are always welcome!

Thu, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join us for an evening of readers theater, an art form where the actors use only their voices (no costumes, lighting, or special effects) to tell the story. Fun for all ages!

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Saturday you want to read to Geo. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for dates.

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Saturday you want to read to Geo. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for dates.

Mon, Oct 23, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you level-up your coding skills with Fiero Code. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.

Canceled
Mon, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Tue, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Tuesday you want to read. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Tue, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Tuesday you want to read. A fun program for children of all ages! Bo will be visiting us every other Tuesday. Please check the calendar for dates.

Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group.

Canceled
Wed, Oct 25, 10:15am - 11:00am
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grown-ups.

Canceled
Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
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).

Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Get in the spooky spirit with your very own haunted house!

Mon, Oct 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you level-up your coding skills with Fiero Code. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.

Mon, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Wed, Nov 01, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Nov 01, 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).

Wed, Nov 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Nov 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Thu, Nov 02, 11:00am - 11:40am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Tess Turkey has a problem with her temper. One day she even loses her tail feathers. Her friends come up with a way to replace her feathers, and also teach her to be nicer.

Sat, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Are you interested in writing, looking to try a new creative outlet, or do you already love to write? Join Utah author Steve Capone, Jr. in a writing workshop for teens!

Mon, Nov 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you level-up your coding skills with Fiero Code. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.

Mon, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Nov 07, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Wed, Nov 08, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Nov 08, 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).

Wed, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Nov 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Thu, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Book club for kids and a caring adult. Lively discussions, activities, friendship, and fun. Great for 8–12 year olds.

Sat, Nov 11, All day
Closed for Holiday

Sat, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Saturday you want to read to Geo. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for dates.

Mon, Nov 13, All day
Come in the 2nd Monday of each month for a new origami project! Includes folding instructions and paper.

Mon, Nov 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Have fun while you level-up your coding skills with Fiero Code. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.

Mon, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Nov 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Tue, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Tuesday you want to read. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Tue, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Tuesday you want to read. A fun program for children of all ages! Bo will be visiting us every other Tuesday. Please check the calendar for dates.

Tue, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join us for a reception for Bella Vista Elementary Art Students!

Tue, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! This group is currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on the waitlist to enter the group.

Wed, Nov 15, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Nov 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
A safe and all-inclusive space for teen LGBTQ2IA+ community members and allies to build friendships, discuss important issues, and have fun!

Canceled
Wed, Nov 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Have fun while you learn to play chess and sharpen your skills. No experience required.

Wed, Nov 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Wed, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Join us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is Bad Blood by John Carreyrou. New readers are always welcome!

Thu, Nov 16, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join us for an evening of readers theater, an art form where the actors use only their voices (no costumes, lighting, or special effects) to tell the story. Fun for all ages!

Mon, Nov 20, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Wed, Nov 22, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Nov 22, 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).

Thu, Nov 23, All day
Closed for Holiday

Fri, Nov 24, All day
Closed for Holiday

Sat, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
N8tive Hoop presents a Native American hoop dance performance. Join us for an interactive program about Native American songs and dances.

Mon, Nov 27, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Mon, Nov 27, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a grownup, and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities that support early literacy development.

Tue, Nov 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

Tue, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group.

Wed, Nov 29, 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 grown-ups.

Wed, Nov 29, 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).

Wed, Nov 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Saturday you want to read to Geo. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for dates.

Wed, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Fri, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
A poor shoemaker and his wife haven't a single penny. They have run out of everything, including hope. Two elves stop by to lend a hand while the couple is asleep. What will they find in the morning?

Sat, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Are you interested in writing, looking to try a new creative outlet, or do you already love to write? Join Utah author Steve Capone, Jr. in a writing workshop for teens!

Mon, Dec 11, All day
Come in the 2nd Monday of each month for a new origami project! Includes folding instructions and paper.

Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! This group is currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on the waitlist to enter the group.

Wed, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stop by the children’s desk to sign up on the Saturday you want to read to Geo. A fun program for children of all ages! Please check the calendar for dates.

Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join Winding Road for night of rock and roll and holiday classics.

Tue, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join Cottonwood Presbyterian Church for an evening of joyful holiday music with their Hand Bell Choir.

Wed, Dec 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
A safe and all-inclusive space for teen LGBTQ2IA+ community members and allies to build friendships, discuss important issues, and have fun!

Wed, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham

Thu, Dec 21, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join us for an evening of readers theater, an art form where the actors use only their voices (no costumes, lighting, or special effects) to tell the story. Fun for all ages!

Mon, Dec 25, All day
Closed for Holiday

Wed, Dec 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham