North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Coffee Filter Flowers (Ages 5-12), Wednesday, July 1 at 2:00 PM. Learn about chromatography - how water moves through materials - while creating vibrant flower art. Memory Café Coos, Wednesday, July 1 at 10:30 AM. Older adults living with memory loss & their care partners are invited to an informal social gathering that meets the first Wednesday of every month.

North Bend Public Library Brings Hands-On STEAM Fun for Children

NBPL release - This July, the North Bend Public Library invites children and families to discover the wonders of science, art, and nature as part of the Library’s Summer Reading Program, Plant a Seed, Read. These programs are designed to encourage curiosity and creativity and are an opportunity for children to engage with STEAM concepts through interactive activities. To help provide developmentally appropriate programming, several programs are designed for specific age groups, allowing children to participate in activities best suited to their interests and abilities. Weekly Schedule: Coffee Filter Flowers (Ages 5-12) Wednesday, July 1 at 2:00 PM; Learn about chromatography and how water moves through materials while creating vibrant flower art. Baby Community Art Garden (Ages 0-18 months) Wednesday, July 8 at 10:30 AM. Explore skin-safe paint while helping create a collaborative art garden. Because this is a messy activity, families are encouraged to dress accordingly. Bee Amazed! (Ages 3-12) Thursday, July 16 from 4:00-5:30 PM. Enjoy hands-on science fun and buzz-worthy activities while learning about bees with a science ambassador and interactive activities from the Museum of Natural and Cultural History. Nature Art (Ages 5-12) Wednesday, July 22 at 10:30 AM. Explore the natural world through artistic expression! Younger participants may require caregiver assistance. Fruit Stamping (Ages 2-5) Wednesday, July 29 from 10:30-11:00 AM. Experiment with textures and colors while creating unique artwork using fruit as stamps. Participants should wear clothes suitable for messy fun. Event Details: What: Weekly STEAM Series; When: The month of July; Who: Children of all ages. Please see individual program descriptions for age recommendations; Where: North Bend Public Library; Cost: Free.