Playful Engineers at East: Build a Bird Flapper!
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Somerville Public Library – East Branch — 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA
We'll learn how build our own colorful flapping bird mechanisms, exploring how simple linkages can turn one kind of movement into another - similar to a how a simple umbrella works! Once the basic mechanism is working, there’s lots of room to experiment with the shape, size, and personality of each creation (perhaps someone will design a pteranodon in celebration of DINOvember?). This program is for ages 8-14. Children under 8 will need a grown-up building buddy! Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.gov This program is made possible by funding from the Friends of the Somerville Public Library.
Nearby places
- Winter Hill School Community Playground — Playground — 690 ft away
- Chuckie Harris Park — Playground — 694 ft away
- 3 Otis St (Edgerly Education Center) — Place — 0.2 mi away
- Edgerly School — Place — 0.2 mi away
- East Somerville School Playground — Playground — 0.2 mi away