Science Extravaganza at Neenah Public Library

Join us as we turn the library into the sci-brary! Explore science through fun demonstrations, experiments, and creative projects presented by local scientists and sci-thusiasts.

American Chemical Society of Northeast Wisconsin Discover how chemistry builds our world! Build with biodegradable packing peanuts, then experiment with freezing candy to see how temperature can change the properties of materials.

Wisconsin Sea Grant Get an up-close look at a sturgeon! Dr. Fish will present a dissected sturgeon and reveal its fascinating anatomy. Explore additional sturgeon specimens and displays—including a 6-week-old sturgeon and a replica of the record catch.

YMCA of the Fox Cities Richard Imp, Environmental Education Director, will explore how our senses compare to those of animals. Discover how animals use their senses to find food, avoid danger, and survive in the wild through fun, interactive activities.

Neenah Public Library Shine a light on the human body! Explore X-rays and create your own shine-the-light human body craft.

Community Art & Science Project Get creative and add your own piece to a community art and science project! Your contribution will join artwork created by children, families, and adults across the region. Sponsored by Wisconsin Science Festival and Wisconsin Sea Grant, the project will come together as one shared artwork—and Neenah participants will take home a piece of the experience!

All ages are welcome. Hands-on activities are geared for ages 5 – 13.

Program will run from approximately 10:30am – Noon. This is a drop-in program.

No registration required. While activities are ideal for ages 5 and up, all ages are welcome. A parent, caregiver, or responsible older child must be within sight and sound of children under 9.

This program will be held inside the library in the Shattuck Room.

Direct questions or comments to Megan at mmeyer@neenahpubliclibrary.org.

This program was made possible by the Friends of the Neenah Library and the Neenah Public Library Trust Fund. Donations to the Friends and the Trust Fund (link to: https://neenahlibrary.org/donate) are always accepted and appreciated.

Everyone is welcome. If accommodations are needed to attend, please contact the library administrative office at 920-886-6315 or by email at library@neenahlibrary.org at least 24 hours in advance of the program.