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STEAM Rockets and Parachutes
2025-08-01 14:00:00 2025-08-01 15:00:00 America/New_York STEAM Rockets and Parachutes Learn about aerodynamics by building paper rockets and parachutes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Main Library - Story House

Friday, August 01
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-01 14:00:00 2025-08-01 15:00:00 America/New_York STEAM Rockets and Parachutes Learn about aerodynamics by building paper rockets and parachutes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Main Library - Story House

Main Library

Story House

Learn about aerodynamics by building paper rockets and parachutes. Recommended for ages 6-12.

- Build a rocket using construction paper and plastic straws. 
- Test how far your rocket will go, as it shoots into the air! 
- Design a parachute using tissue paper, twine, and a wooden figurine. 
- Find out how to slow down your astronaut as they enter back into the atmosphere.

AGE GROUP: | Children (6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Science & Technology | Games & Play |

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