TurnUp! with Dallas City of Learning with Dallas Public Library
Join us for hands-on virtual learning experiences!
It’s TurnUp time so mark your calendars for Thursday, July 29 at 2 p.m.! Dallas City of Learning is partnering with the Dallas Public Library. This virtual community event will be live-streamed from the DCoL Facebook page featuring four hands-on learning experiences.
Guided by librarians, attendees will get to participate in fairytale-themed fitness — think climbing like Jack and the Beanstalk — and build an animal-themed breathing buddy to help keep calm. There will also be the chance to try out a science experiment all about viscosity and an opportunity to create a storytelling quilt based on artist Faith Ringgold’s work. You can choose to participate in one, some or all of these experiences!
We suggest having a few materials on hand for three of the activities. Here’s what we recommend:
Paper Story Quilt Activity – Librarian Jessica Hilvitz
- A sheet of paper to collage on
- Scraps of paper, magazines, or newspapers to cut
- Scissors
- Glue (glue stick or bottle of glue)
- Markers or crayons
Viscosity Activity – Librarian Courtney Lloyd
- 4 clear cups (or glasses)
- Water
- Oil
- Corn Syrup
- Blue food coloring (optional)
- 4 small objects with different densities (ex. Styrofoam, Lego, grape, penny)
Breathe Activity – Librarian Vicki Cheatwood
- A paper cup (ask an adult to cut a hole in the bottom of the cup, big enough to breathe through)
- Markers
- Safety scissors
- Items to decorate (pom-poms, sequins, etc.)
- Glue or tape
- Tissue paper or crepe paper
Along with trying out these exciting activities, you’ll also hear all about the amazing services the library offers!
Two ways to tune into the live stream:
- On Facebook: DallasCityofLearning
- YouTube: Big Thought
July 29
2:00 pm
Free
