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Lasers & More Science Show!
2026-09-26 15:00:00 2026-09-26 15:45:00 America/Chicago Lasers & More Science Show! Get ready to take a look at some crazy chemical reactions! Main Library - Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Saturday, September 26
3:00pm - 3:45pm

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Main Library

Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Get ready to take a look at some crazy chemical reactions!

Learn how heat can create sound, watch a soda explosion, see what a high-powered laser can do, and more!  
To learn more, visit the   Absolute Science website.

AGE GROUP: | All ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Performance |

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Our beautiful, state-of-the-art Main Library opened on January 6, 2008. You’ll find a wide variety of books, movies, and music, as well as free events for all ages. Looking for tech options? We offer free Wifi, dozens of public computers with internet access, and public meeting rooms.

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Tue, Sep 01, 9:30am - 9:50am
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