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Ignite! The Wonderful World of Amusement Parks

Makerspace Central - Summer Reading Challenge
2026-07-22 16:30:00 2026-07-22 17:30:00 America/New_York Ignite! The Wonderful World of Amusement Parks Become an amusement park designer all while learning about the engineering physics behind the magical, adrenaline-inducing, and thrill-seeking experiences of amusement park rides. Groups call ahead. Northern Lights -

Wednesday, July 22
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-22 16:30:00 2026-07-22 17:30:00 America/New_York Ignite! The Wonderful World of Amusement Parks Become an amusement park designer all while learning about the engineering physics behind the magical, adrenaline-inducing, and thrill-seeking experiences of amusement park rides. Groups call ahead. Northern Lights -

Become an amusement park designer all while learning about the engineering physics behind the magical, adrenaline-inducing, and thrill-seeking experiences of amusement park rides. Groups call ahead.

AGE GROUP: | 7 - 11 years | 12 - 17 years |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen | Summer Reading Challenge | Partner Led |

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