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STEM Day

By Macaroni Kids Team- Edison, Metuchen, Iselin, Highland Park November 8, 2021


Today is STEM Day- Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths

As part of that there are many events happening this week that kids can participate in:

Library Programs: 

  1. Marine Biology, Nov 10th, 7 pm-8 pm

Open to: Grades 4 - 6 (9 to 11 years old): Learn about the animals living in the oceans around the world and how we can protect their ecosystems. This is a virtual program offered via Zoom. You will be emailed the Zoom link when you register. You can register here.  CONTACT:  Youth Services: Mr. Leckenby  732-548-3045 x5250. 

  1. Role of Wind in Fairy Tales, Nov 10th, 6pm-7 pm

Open to :  Grades 1 - 3: Join us for stories, crafts, and films centered around the world of fairy tales? This specific program will center on the theme of Wind in fairytales. Join us as we also build our own Anamometer to measure the force of wind in the story "The Three Little Pigs". Parents are invited to attend and help their children in this STEM Challenge. Register here

  1. Roving on Mars, Nov 15th, 1:00 PM- 2:30 PM : Advanced rovers have been exploring Mars for over a decade and have made amazing discoveries during that time. How did the planet evolve? Could Mars have supported life in its past? Answers are both elusive and tantalizing. In that time, the Curiosity and Perseverance rovers have been seeking answers to these and other questions. We even have a small helicopter scouting the path ahead of Perseverance! In this program, NASA Solar System Ambassador, Frank O'Brien, will talk about the discoveries the rovers have made, the incredible technologies used, and plans to bring back samples of the Red Planet!  Attention Adult Patrons: You do not have to be an Edison resident to attend. All are welcome! Library card and PIN number are not required to register for Adult Programs. Please register here
  2.  Snakes ‘n’ Scales Reptile Show, Nov 13th, 12:30 PM-2:00 PM

    Erin Mellini will present and talk about rescued wildlife, snakes and other reptiles at JP Stevens High School. Please register here

    Hackathons are another way to get your kids interested in STEM programs. This is for middle and high schoolers.  

     Do you have a STEM event that you would like to add to this list? Please submit your event here