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Bridges, Towers, & Domes

Engineering Challenge
2024-08-05 14:30:00 2024-08-05 16:00:00 America/New_York Bridges, Towers, & Domes Do you have what it takes to engineer strong bridges, tall towers, and giant domes? Using only drinking straws, rolled-up newspaper, and teamwork? Charlotte Hall Library - Meeting Room

Monday, August 05
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-05 14:30:00 2024-08-05 16:00:00 America/New_York Bridges, Towers, & Domes Do you have what it takes to engineer strong bridges, tall towers, and giant domes? Using only drinking straws, rolled-up newspaper, and teamwork? Charlotte Hall Library - Meeting Room

Charlotte Hall Library

Meeting Room

Do you have what it takes to engineer strong bridges, tall towers, and giant domes? Using only drinking straws, rolled-up newspaper, and teamwork?

Learn about different types of forces, loads, and strength. Experiment to find the strongest shapes and best construction techniques. Then team up to build something awesome! Please register each child attending.

AGE GROUP: | Upper Elementary | Tween |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM |

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Charlotte Hall Library
Phone: 301-884-2211
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Mon, May 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 15 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 17 Closed
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