Summer STEM: Build a Candy DNA Model

Join Jorge from Northwestern for a hands-on STEM activity! Students build a model of the DNA double helix using licorice, marshmallows, and toothpicks.

This program is presented by Jorge Heneche of the Office of Health Equity with Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine.

For kids 6 to 13.

How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.

Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.