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STEM Education - and the Wind in Your Face!

Exhibit on display through January 6

Harley Exhibit

Exciting news! Boone County Public Library has a new STEM exhibit on display at the Main Library in Burlington - Hands-On Harley Davidson.

This educational traveling exhibit is designed for all kids with an emphasis on STEM education for ages 3 to 12, and it illustrates science, technology, engineering and math through a one-of-a-kind visitor experience that lets kids Dream It! Build It! ... and Ride It!.

View the exhibit on our YouTube Channel. Teachers, we have an Education Packet for you.

Hands-On Harley-Davidson(c)(tm) and Harley-Davidson logos are trademarks of H-D U.S.A., LLC. All rights reserved. Hands-On Harley-Davidson(c)(tm) was developed by the Betty Brinn Children's Museum in cooperation with Harley-Davidson.

The Lincoln Assassination

Abraham Lincoln

Where: Florence Branch
When: October 23 at 7 p.m.

It was the crime of the 19th century and spawned one of the most notorious trials in American history.

Join J.T. Townsend as he discards the myths and legends surrounding Lincoln's assassination, while excavating the truth about the conspiracy to kill Lincoln.

Please register for The Lincoln Assassination.

Ballet Basics

Where: Mail Library
When: October 26 at 11 a.m.

For adults. Did you dream of taking ballet as a child but never had the chance? Learn the fundamentals, including basic positions and stretching.

Wear comfortable clothing with socks and sneakers or appropriate dance shoes.

Please register for Ballet Basics.

Ballet Basics
Image (cc) KCBalletMedia

Taste and Learn with Chef Caleb

Colonel De
Image (c) Colonel De Spices

Where: Scheben Branch
When: October 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Chef Caleb from Colonel De Spices will demonstrate the preparation of tasty German dishes.

Sample the results!

Honor a Veteran and City of Union's Adopt-a-Unit

Where: Scheben Branch
When: November 1 to 30

Honor veterans during the month of November at the Scheben Branch. You could hang a star in honor of those who have served or who are serving in the armed services. And, you can sign Christmas cards for soldiers in the HHT, 1-32 CAV, 1 BCT, 101st Airborne Unit based in Fort Campbell, KY. Learn more about the City of Union's involvement in the Adopt-a-Unit program too.

101st Airborne Insignia

Hebron Branch Building Project

For more information about the project and progress check the following:

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