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STEM After School: Potato Clock (8-12 years)

This is a Council led event.

12/08/2026 - Hurstville Library

Join us for another exciting series of STEM After School hands-on discovery activities. Each week we will be covering a different theme with a number of investigations and constructions.

Potato Clock
Discover how electrical circuits and batteries work by experimenting with electrical conductors, and create a battery that powers a digital clock, simply using zinc and copper electrodes and a potato.

 

Wednesday 12 August 2026

 

Address  

Hurstville Library
Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville.
 

Time  

4.00pm - 5.00pm.
 

Cost  

Free.
 

Bookings 

Places are limited, so bookings are essential. Book your spot using the button below.

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More information 

  • This program is suitable for children ages 8-12 years old.

  • All materials and equipment will be provided. 

  • ​For participants aged 12 years and under, parents and/or guardians of children must remain in the library for the duration of the program.  

  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue. 

  • If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future. 

  • The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop. 

Accessibility Information: 
Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration. 

Georges River Libraries offer a range of programs to support early literacy and foster community connection, please visit our library Programs and Events webpage. 

For further information, please contact us on (02) 9330 6111 or email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.