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Fossil Hunters

Unearth a Story: Ages 10-13

2026-06-18 14:00:00 2026-06-18 15:00:00 America/New_York Fossil Hunters This is your chance to step into a paleontologist’s boots! Tweens and teens will create fossils, build mini dino ecosystems, and immerse themselves in the mysteries of the prehistoric era. Homosassa Public Library - Community Room

Thursday, June 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-18 14:00:00 2026-06-18 15:00:00 America/New_York Fossil Hunters This is your chance to step into a paleontologist’s boots! Tweens and teens will create fossils, build mini dino ecosystems, and immerse themselves in the mysteries of the prehistoric era. Homosassa Public Library - Community Room

Homosassa Public Library

Community Room

This is your chance to step into a paleontologist’s boots! Tweens and teens will create fossils, build mini dino ecosystems, and immerse themselves in the mysteries of the prehistoric era.

Weekly Schedule

June 4: Fossil Formation
Fossils aren’t always easy to find, but they’re easy to make! Press small dinosaur figures, shells, and leaves into air-dry clay to create your own take-home fossil.

June 11: Reading Rocks!
Discover the world of rocks and minerals through stories and hands-on fun! Join us as we dig in and become geologists for a day!

June 18: Prehistoric Magnets
Preserve a prehistoric memento! Draw a dinosaur eye, mosquito, or another design of your choosing, then cover it with a clear glass gem to create a cool magnified effect. Add a magnet to showcase your creation for all to see! 

June 25: Perler Bead Dinosaurs
Dig into some prehistoric pixelated fun! Design different dinosaurs using Perler beads.

July 9: Build a Dinosaur Terrarium
Wish you could have a pet dinosaur? Now is your chance! Create a miniature prehistoric habitat using gravel, tiny plants, and a pocket-sized dinosaur.

July 16: Dinosorigami
Turn your favorite prehistoric companions into origami art.

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This program is intended for kids ages 10-13. 
If you’re looking for more information on our Summer Reading Program and reading incentives, visit www.citruslibraries.org/summer 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Seasonal Event | Fun & Games | Books & Reading |

TAGS: | Summer Reading | Event |

Homosassa Public Library
Phone: 352-628-5626
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Tue, May 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
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Sat, May 30 9:00AM to 4:00PM
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About the branch

The Homosassa Branch is located on Grandmarch Avenue in Homosassa. This location features a teen zone, 2 study rooms, and literacy collection.

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Community Room
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Community Room
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Tue, May 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab
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Joy-Con Jam
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Room
Get ready to game! Join us for Joy-Con Jam, a fun-filled Nintendo Switch gaming session!
LEGO Lab
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Get creative and build freely in our LEGO Lab! Kids can explore their imagination using LEGOs. No instructions—just fun, creativity, and endless possibilities!
Plant Bingo!
Tue, May 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room
Plant lovers, get ready to shout BINGO! Compete in bingo for the chance to win plants and other gardening goodies. You'll never want to "leaf!"
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Walk-in Tech Help
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
Need help with your device? Stop by the library for walk-in tech help—no appointment needed.
Everyday English
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
The English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program assists non-native English speakers to improve their English Language skills.
Page Turners Book Club - Remarkably Bright Creatures
Wed, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Computer Lab
Join us for our monthly book club! This month, we are reading Remarkably Bright Creatures.
Master Gardener Seminar - Turf for Citrus
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Computer Lab
The "Ask a Master Gardener" program, offered by the UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension, is an opportunity for residents to learn about timely gardening topics.
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