Science Night With the Collins Main Library

September through April we invite you to join us for a FREE, fun, and family-friendly hands-on science event. All ages are welcome (but Science Night is especially for those aged 5-10). Every month’s Science Night will explore a different, exciting scientific topic through experiments or demonstrations, an interactive Question Answer session with an expert guest and a hands-on activity (with household items). Plan for the activity to last about 45 minutes. And as an added bonus, the Collins Library staff is picking the best reads and media to complement our Science Night topic for you to check out to continue exploring on your own!

Check out the MagLab Pinterest board on Science in Literature to find amazing science books for readers of all levels selected by our librarian friends.

Upcoming events

December 2025

Description: There is no Science Night in December.

January 15, 2026

Location: LeRoy Collins Leon County Main Public Library - View map

Theme: New Tech

Description: Robot butlers, flying cars, space travel!? See how researchers are turning science fiction into fact.

February 12, 2026

Location: Woodville Branch Library - View map

Theme: Gravity

Description: Gravity— what a downer! Where does this fundamental force come from? And why is it critical for life and the universe?

March 26, 2026

Location: LeRoy Collins Leon County Main Public Library - View map

Theme: Patterns

Description: From polka dots on your socks to the leaves on the trees, patterns are everywhere. Uncover why they’re important to scientists.

April 16, 2026

Location: LeRoy Collins Leon County Main Public Library - View map

Theme: Dung, Poo, and #2

Description: It’s icky— but plays key roles in nature and helps scientists uncover secrets. Don’t poo-poo the importance of poop!