Across the city at a neighborhood library near you, school-age kids might be in a ScienceConnections program:
- Making slime or lava lamps
- Tinkering with robots or beginner circuitry
- Designing bridges or catapults—and more!
What are ScienceConnections programs?
They’re designed to spark curiosity and give kids hands-on, collaborative, and fun opportunities to explore science.
Whether it's a chemistry scavenger hunt co-created with a kid and parent, or activities making seed bombs or terrariums, library staff are offering dynamic and appealing experiences. Our librarians love to experiment alongside kids so everyone learns together.
Programs typically connect to library collections, and staff can recommend a lot of great related books for kids to take home and read more.
How can I find a ScienceConnection program?
Explore these events now!
- Some programs are drop-in and others require pre-registration due to limited space or materials.
- Always check the program descriptions for specific details.
ScienceConnections programs are made possible in part by S&C Electric Company, Norfolk Southern Corporation, and other generous donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.