Saipan, CNMI – The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is proud to announce its participation in two exciting events this May: National Law Week and the National Science Foundation STEM Day Celebration. These separate celebrations highlight the library’s commitment to both civic education and STEM learning in our community.
National Law Week is an annual observance that celebrates the rule of law, promotes public understanding of the legal system, and highlights the importance of justice and individual rights. As part of Law Month, the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is honored to host two special story time read-aloud sessions in the Children’s Library with Chief Judge Ramona V. Manglona and Magistrate Judge Heather L. Kennedy. These sessions aim to educate young minds about the justice system in an engaging and accessible way.
- Story Time Dates:
- Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
- Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
- Story Time Dates:
NSF STEM DAY May 10th, 2025 beginning at 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Coinciding with the second Law Week story time, the library will also celebrate NSF STEM Day on May 10, 2025, in honor of the National Science Foundation’s 75th anniversary. This nationwide event unites libraries across the U.S. to engage their communities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.
Chosen for its dedication to STEM learning and successful programming during the 2023–2024 solar eclipses, the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library will join other Pacific region libraries in offering a full day of STEM-focused fun and learning.
- STEM Day Activities:
- Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- STEM Day Activities:
- Highlights Include:
- Moon Bear’s Shadow & Mars Rover read-aloud with themed activities
- Sunoculars and a Sunspotter solar telescope demonstraton
- Robotic Kit Demonstrations
- A.I. Rescue Hour of Code
- Live Ship-to-Shore Interaction with E/V Nautilus
- The Lego Movie 2
- Free snacks and beverages (while supply last)
- Highlights Include:
This event is made possible through the STAR Library Education Network (STAR Net) and funded by the NSF (Grant #DRL-1906172). STAR Net Principal Investigator Dr. Anne Holland shared her excitement, “We’re thrilled to bring lessons from our programs to the Mariana Islands. Joeten-Kiyu stood out during the 2023 eclipse events, and we’re confident their impact will last well beyond this celebration.”
Library Director, Erlinda C. Naputi added, “We’re excited to be part of NSF STEM Day. It’s a fantastic way to connect with the community and inspire future generations of STEM learners. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating learning, discovery, and community.”
Mark your calendars and bring the family—whether you’re interested in the law, STEM, or both, the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library has something for everyone this May!
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We welcome and encourage businesses to please consider donating Educational Tax Credit. Pursuant to NMI Public Law 15-120, the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is able to receive cash contributions under Educational Tax Credit (ETC). Please make checks payable to: CNMI Treasury. For MUNIS payments, to the Friends of the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library MUNIS Vendor ID#100404.
This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services LS-256853-OLS-24.
This project was made possible in part by the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grant.
The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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