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Let's Electrify!

An Exploration of African American Electrical Engineers
2023-02-22 16:00:00 2023-02-22 17:00:00 America/New_York Let's Electrify! Learn about Lewis Latimer and Granville Woods, two pioneers of electrical engineering. Lilburn Branch -

Wednesday, February 22
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-22 16:00:00 2023-02-22 17:00:00 America/New_York Let's Electrify! Learn about Lewis Latimer and Granville Woods, two pioneers of electrical engineering. Lilburn Branch -

Learn about Lewis Latimer and Granville Woods, two pioneers of electrical engineering.

Electricity is caused by the behavior of electrons in an atom.  Depending on their behavior, we get static or current electricity. You'll have the chance to demonstrate static electricity with balloons and PVC pipe, as well as use snap circuits to learn about electrical currents.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM - Technology | Early Learning |

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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Learning Labs | Intro to Audacity
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Recording Studio
Join us as we go over the basics of how to use the free audio recording software Audacity.
Community | Caring for the Caregiver - Support for Families Navigating Dementia & Autism Care
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn more about family caregiving and resources to overcome challenges.
Education | Doggie Tales
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Have a shy or nervous reader? A patient and furry friend would like to hear your child read their favorite story to them.
Early Learning | Ballet and Books - Storytelling through Movement
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Centerville Branch
What do books and ballet have in common? Both tell stories! Come learn ballet at your local library.
Health & Wellness | Library Play Day - With LiveHealthy Gwinnett
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join LiveHealthy Gwinnett for a LIbrary Play Day where families can enjoy interactive health lessons, fun games, crafts, and more!
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio
Learn the basics of 3D printing with the Learning Labs!
Gaming | LEGO Challenge Race
Sat, May 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Grab some teammates and see if you can win our LEGO Challenge Race!
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Learning Labs | Using OBS to record your videos easily
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join the Learning Labs as we show you how to use OBS software for content creation.
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