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ExploraDome

at the Crookston High School

2024-07-17 10:00:00 2024-07-17 16:00:00 America/Chicago ExploraDome Join the library for an exploration experience with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium. Crookston Public Library -

Wednesday, July 17
10:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-17 10:00:00 2024-07-17 16:00:00 America/Chicago ExploraDome Join the library for an exploration experience with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium. Crookston Public Library -

Join the library for an exploration experience with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium.

Join the library at the Crookston High School for a day of exploration with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium. Discover the history of how the cosmos shaped the geologic landscape, experiences and culture of those who have called Minnesota home. Come explore some of Minnesota's state parks and the unique features that were formed long ago by celestial events.

Each show lasts about 40 minutes and activities will be available while you wait.

Approximate show times are as follows but please arrive early to secure a spot!

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage (All Ages) - 10:00 a.m.

On a 2 year journey across space, how will astronauts stay motivated? How will they stay healthy? What challenges will they face along the way? The Bell original production, Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, dives into these questions while showing what the first journey to Mars might look like—and how creativity, communication, and collaboration come together to ensure safe, deep space travel.

Seasons, Phases, Eclipses (All Ages) - 10:50 a.m.

Our Minnesota sky changes throughout the day, and across the seasons. Participants will learn how to make observations about the sky: noticing constellations, planets, and the changing positions of the sun and moon.

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage (all Ages) - 11:40 p.m.

On a 2 year journey across space, how will astronauts stay motivated? How will they stay healthy? What challenges will they face along the way? The Bell original production, Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, dives into these questions while showing what the first journey to Mars might look like—and how creativity, communication, and collaboration come together to ensure safe, deep space travel.

(Break)

Minnesota in the Cosmos (recommended ages 8-14) - 1:00, 1:50, and 2:40 p.m.

The land beneath our feet holds a deep cosmic and geologic history. Join Jacob as he explores this history while on a field trip to Interstate State Park. Starting with the formation of the solar system, follow along on this uniquely Minnesota journey through time and space.

This program is offered free-of-charge thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. 

AGE GROUP: | K-5th Graders (Ages 5-10) |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Summer Reading Program | STEM | Exhibits |

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Crookston Public Library

Phone: 218-281-4522
Branch manager
Chris Boike

Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Closed in observance of Independence Day.
We're closed Wednesday July 02 due to Closed for cleaning.
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 Closed
(Closed for cleaning.)
Thu, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Closed in observance of Independence Day.)
Sat, Jul 05 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed

About the branch

The Crookston Public Library is located at 110 N. Ash St. next to the old Carnegie Library. The Crookston Library offers study carrels, a private meeting room, and the beautiful River Room for your individual use or group meeting needs.

Upcoming Events

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join your library at the Grand Theater for a screening of the movie, "Rio." The film follows Blu, a bird who lives in Minnesota but journeys to Rio de Janeiro to meet the last female of his species.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home.

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at the Crookston Library for free outdoor concerts the second Thursday of the month, all summer long!

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about a variety of Minnesota mammals and the unique tracks they leave behind. This program is offered in partnership with the UMC Agriculture and Natural Resources department.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home.

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join the Books and Brews Book Club at Drafts Sports Bar and Grill on Tuesday, July 22 at 6:00 pm. This month we're discussing "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt.

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join the Department of Natural Resources to learn all about Minnesota wildlife, including wolves, coyotes, beavers and more. Plus, get to touch their pelts and learn about endangered species.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home.

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Go underwater with the MSUM Oceanarium and learn all about fiddler crabs, including how the interact, compare claw sizes, race and even arm wrestle!

Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home.