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Bite into Science

Date: Sat, Oct 3, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Venue: Main Library – Main Children's Programming Room, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Arts

Join us for an interactive series to discover the exciting world of nutrition, healthy habits, and food science! Through hands-on experiments, engaging demonstrations, games, and creative activities, kids will learn how their bodies use food for energy, why healthy choices matter, and how science is all around us. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, encourage healthy lifestyles, and make learning fun. No prior science experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and get ready to explore! About the presenters: Sophie and Yoojin are Duke undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in medicine who are passionate about promoting nutrition and wellness through early education. They enjoy making science fun while inspiring young learners to build healthy habits that can last a lifetime.

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Bite into Science

“Arrive 15 minutes early to grab a spot in the children's room before it fills.”

When
Next Saturday
Sat, Oct 3, 2026
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Ages
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Price
Free
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Bite into Science is a free, interactive workshop where children explore the science of nutrition and healthy habits through hands-on experiments and games. Led by Duke University undergraduate students, this session helps kids understand how their bodies convert food into energy and why nutritious choices matter. This program takes place in the Children's Programming Room at the Durham Main Library, which offers free parking in the attached deck. While the library does not specify a strict age limit, the interactive experiments and concepts are best suited for elementary-aged children who can follow basic instructions. You do not need to register in advance or bring any special supplies, but arriving ten minutes early is smart to secure a spot before the room fills up. It is a smart addition to your Saturday morning routine because it combines practical health education with active learning. After the hour-long program wraps up, you can easily spend the rest of your morning browsing the children's section or walking to nearby downtown Durham spots for lunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend this program?
No, this event is completely free and open to the public with no registration required.
Where should I park at the Durham Main Library?
You can park for free in the library's dedicated parking deck, which has direct access to the main building.
Who is leading the activities?
The session is run by Sophie and Yoojin, two Duke University pre-med students who specialize in early childhood health education.

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Bite into Science runs Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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