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Summer at the Library: Science Surprises
2026-07-23 15:00:00 2026-07-23 16:00:00 America/New_York Summer at the Library: Science Surprises The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science. Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace, Meeting Room

Thursday, July 23
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-23 15:00:00 2026-07-23 16:00:00 America/New_York Summer at the Library: Science Surprises The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science. Hawthorne Branch - MakerSpace, Meeting Room

Hawthorne Branch

MakerSpace, Meeting Room

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomena and how they occur by understanding the nature of science.

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents Science Surprises. In this program, participants will explore natural phenomenon and how they occur by understanding the nature of science. Attendees will become better observers and problem solvers while also learning to use their creativity and communication skills.

*Maximum of 20 Attendees

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AGE GROUP: | Elementary (6-11 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | MakerSpace | Arts, Crafts, & DIY |

TAGS: | #summerathelibrary | #science | #FloridaHistoryMuseum |

Hawthorne Branch
Phone: 352-481-1920
Branch manager
Cameron Burris
Hours
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Mon, May 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, May 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, May 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 10 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Hawthorne Branch Library provides access to resources and services in the City of Hawthorne and surrounding areas.

Upcoming events

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Hawthorne Hub: UV Rays Activity
Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
Computers and Technology: Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for a weekly program to learn computer skills and new technology. No experience required!
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please... more
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please note, this is NOT an exercise class.
Story Time
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
MakerSpace,Meeting Room
Fun with art, music, science, stories and more
Teen ArtSpace: Cat Yarn Weaving
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Learn a simple weaving technique to create a unique cat.
Bookish Sort Book Club
Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room
The Bookish Sort Book Club meets the first Thursday of the month, from 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm. The title for May is "Sapiens: A Brief... more
The Bookish Sort Book Club meets the first Thursday of the month, from 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm. The title for May is "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harah.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Fri, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
MakerSpace: Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
MakerSpace
Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
ArtSpace: Fiber Fun Fellowship
Mon, May 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for conversation and stitching fun! This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
Baby Time
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Story Time for babies infants to 18 months and their caretakers
Hawthorne Hub
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
Computers and Technology: Open Hours
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us for a weekly program to learn computer skills and new technology. No experience required!
Wind-Down Wednesday
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please... more
Join us for our weekly program, designed to explore calming techniques from various cultures, in an effort to help reduce stress. Please note, this is NOT an exercise class.
Story Time
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area,MakerSpace
Fun with art, music, science, stories and more
Big Kid Book Club
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Children's Area,MakerSpace
Big Kid Book Club engages young readers to have fun sharing activities based on books they choose.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Open Studio - Open Hours at Hawthorne MakerSpace
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing... more
Open Studio time at the Hawthorne Branch allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. A 3D printer, Cricut, and sewing machine are available for public use.
Introduction to the Memory Lab
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to learn how to use the equipment available in our Memory Lab.
Fingerpaint Fun
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
MakerSpace
Joyful experiments and play with fingerpaint for babies, toddlers, and caretakers.
Hawthorne Hub
Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts &... more
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for fun activities for kids. We'll do something different each week: 3D printing, electronics, arts & crafts, board games, and more.
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