The Fargo Public Library has free events scheduled for teens and kids to help make the most of the days off from school.
PI = 3.1415926535897... or maybe pie is more your style. All ages are invited to celebrate both at the Pi/e Day Celebrations this week at the Fargo Public Library. The first event is Thursday, March 14, at 6 p.m. at the downtown Main Library; a second event is set for Saturday, March 16, starting at 10 a.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Participants will make Pi/e-related crafts and enjoy snacks. Adults and teens can create colorful felt coasters to match your favorite pies (hand-sewing involved). Kids (ages 3 and up) can choose from a selection of pi/e related crafts and activities. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register by calling the Children's Services Dept. at 701.241.1495.
Do you know the magical spells to turn on and off the light? Lumos! Nox! Area teens and tweens are invited to a Harry Potter-themed craft event on Friday, March 15, at the Northport Library (2714 N. Broadway) to make a glow-on-the-dark light switch cover. Open to teens ages 11 to 15, all materials will be provided while supplies last. Registration is recommended, but not required for this event. Register online at www.fargolibrary.org/teens or contact Lauren at 701.241.1495.
Finally, school-age kids in grades 1 to 6 are invited to stop by the downtown Main Library on Saturday, March 16, between 2 and 3 p.m. to join Dr. Ben Balas from NDSU Psychology Dept. for a Mind Mysteries LIVE! session. This event will feature a new experiment to learn how kids’ brains help them understand what they see. Whether you have already done a Mind Mysteries packet or want to try one out for the first time, join us to make your mark for science. A second session is set for Sunday, March 24, at 2 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library. All materials will be provided, and no registration is required. For details, contact the Children’s Services Dept. at 701.241.1495.
Fargo Public Library events are free and open to the public. Adults must accompany children ages nine and younger.