The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is launching its Summer Reading Program with four free presentations of “Explore Space with the Pacific Science Center.” What would the Big Dipper look like from the other side of the universe? How much would you weigh on Venus? Discover answers to these questions and more through hands-on astronomy activities. Educators from the Seattle-based Pacific Science Center will guide kids and teens through interactive experiences exploring meteorites, constellations and the wonders of space science.

“Explore Space” event schedule.

Thursday, June 26

10 a.m. in the wrestling mat/multipurpose room at Forks High School, 261 Spartan Ave.

3 p.m. in the gym at Clallam Bay Elementary School, 16933 Hwy. 112

Each event is approximately 2 hours long. Visit NOLS.org/events for program information. Learn about the Pacific Science Center at pacificsciencecenter.org.

About the Summer Reading Program

These events are part of the “Level Up at Your Library” Summer Reading Program, happening now through August 23. Sign up for the reading challenge, earn a T-shirt or tote bag, enter to win prizes and participate in free events.

For more information about the Summer Reading Program, visit NOLS.org/srp, call 360-417-8500, or email discover@nols.org. The Summer Reading Program is generously supported by local Friends of the Library groups.