We’ve got lots of fun planned for next week as we get ready for Halloween. Here’s the schedule. Please be sure to share! T-Shirt Monsters, 10/25, 4:30 pmOnline with Warren County Library SystemUpcycle an old t-shirt into a fun plush monster as you learn basic sewing skills. Ages 5-15. Register at www.warrenlib.org. Halloween Engineering, 10/27,…
After School Programs with Blairstown Recreation Sponsored by the Blairstown Recreation Department for 2021-2022 All programs require advanced registration. Visit http://www.blairstowntownship.org/ or call 908-362-6663 ext. 232 for additional information. All fees listed are for Blairstown residents; additional fees may apply for non-residents. Anyone can participate. You do not need to attend Blairstown Elementary or live in…
No-Sew Light-Up Wrist Cuff Enhance your cosplay with soft circuits! In this simple project, you can make a simple felt cuff that lights up. We’ll also learn the science behind circuits and discover how to design your own. You can get all the supplies for this project in the Make: Circuit Scout kit, Papercraft Circuits…
STEM Extras at Blairstown Farmers Market We’re adding an exciting new component to our Summer of Science program for 2021. In addition to our many free activities, we are now offering a more advanced kit option with guided instruction from Sandy right at the farmer’s market! Once again we’ll be back at the Blairstown Farmer’s…
DIY Printing with Spices! Using common grocery store items we will make our own photoreactive paper that you can use to capture images with sunlight. For this project, you’ll need turmeric, Borax, 91% isopropyl alcohol, a foam brush, thick paper (like watercolor paper), a tall jar, and the glass from a picture frame. With parental…
Seed Balls from Recycled Paper In this activity that I hosted for the Warren County Library System, we learn to make seed balls using recycled paper and native seeds. Watch the video or read on to learn more! For this activity you will need: Recycled newspaper Seeds, preferably native to your area Water A blender…
Winter Break Boredom Breakers For the Warren County Library System, I did a short series of STEAM activities for families to do at home over winter break. With easy to find, inexpensive materials, each challenge encourages kids to build, create, and experiment. Try them! Post your results on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #warrenlib. Or…
These simple upcycled water bottle submarines are a great way to explore buoyancy, air pressure, and density. When placed in water, the bottle fills with water, pulling it down below the surface, then, by blowing air through an attached straw, the water is forced out and the submarine rises again. Not only is this a…
If you really want to create a connection, build life skills, and give someone you love long-lasting enjoyment, give them an experience — like a fantastic class by Kaleidoscope Enrichment — rather than another thing.
A simple, fun bristlebot for Halloween! Great for an introductory project in classrooms or makerspaces.
