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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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5 Community Education Events Found
Kershaw Discovery Day 2026
Come out and discover hands-on programs, student support resources and family-friendly community fun. Event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 25.
Central Carolina Technical College - Kershaw Campus
Free community e...
Free community event
7/25/26
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25
Kershaw Discovery Day 2026
Come out and discover hands-on programs, student support resources and family-friendly community fun. Event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 25.
Free community e...
Free community event
In-Person
Jul 25, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
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https://cctech.edu/
06-11-2026
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2026 Rootle Roadster Tour - Barco, Currituck County
The Rootle Roadster Tour offers free hands-on experiences for families, specially designed to support children ages 8 and under. Activities include STEM experiments, literacy games, and social-emotional learning exercises. Local community partners are also on hand to offer family resources and support. Event runs 10 AM–2 PM ET. Partners include Albemarle Alliance for Children and Families.
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center
Free
8/15/26
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Aug
15
2026 Rootle Roadster Tour - Barco, Currituck County
The Rootle Roadster Tour offers free hands-on experiences for families, specially designed to support children ages 8 and under. Activities include STEM experiments, literacy games, and social-emotional learning exercises. Local community partners are also on hand to offer family resources and support. Event runs 10 AM–2 PM ET. Partners include Albemarle Alliance for Children and Families.
Free
In-Person
Aug 15, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
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2026 Rootle Roadster Tour - Clinton, Sampson County
The Rootle Roadster Tour offers free hands-on experiences for families, specially designed to support children ages 8 and under. Activities include STEM experiments, literacy games, and social-emotional learning exercises. Local community partners are also on hand to offer family resources and support. Event runs 10 AM–3 PM ET. Partners include the Clinton Square Fair & BBQ Cookoff.
Clinton Square Fair & BBQ Cookoff
Free
10/10/26
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Oct
10
2026 Rootle Roadster Tour - Clinton, Sampson County
The Rootle Roadster Tour offers free hands-on experiences for families, specially designed to support children ages 8 and under. Activities include STEM experiments, literacy games, and social-emotional learning exercises. Local community partners are also on hand to offer family resources and support. Event runs 10 AM–3 PM ET. Partners include the Clinton Square Fair & BBQ Cookoff.
Free
In-Person
Oct 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
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Outer Banks Seafood Festival
The Outer Banks Seafood Festival features the finest food and beverages the OBX has to offer. Celebrate our coastal seafood heritage and community. Discover how our seafood gets from the ocean to your plate! The festival includes education about coastal seafood heritage, local vendors, music, and entertainment throughout the day. Donations support the local fishing community with healthcare, equipment needs, and supplies.
Virtual
Free
10/17/26
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Oct
17
Outer Banks Seafood Festival
The Outer Banks Seafood Festival features the finest food and beverages the OBX has to offer. Celebrate our coastal seafood heritage and community. Discover how our seafood gets from the ocean to your plate! The festival includes education about coastal seafood heritage, local vendors, music, and entertainment throughout the day. Donations support the local fishing community with healthcare, equipment needs, and supplies.
Free
In-Person
Oct 17, 2026
02-09-2026
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A Time For Science STEM EXPO 2026
A free community STEM event featuring over 40 exhibitors with hands-on, engaging activities for all ages. The event is indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, from 10am to 2pm. Featured experiences include robotics demonstrations, tabletop exhibitors, live animals, special exhibitors, and arts & crafts. Visitors can explore zoology, botany, and modern engineering. Over 1,000 visitors are expected. Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 (Friend Level) to $2,500 (Einstein Level). Vendor/exhibitor booths are free but require a hands-on component; applications must be submitted before the September deadline. Booth spaces are 10x10 ft; tents are not provided.
A Time For Science
Free admission f...
Free admission for all visitors. Free materials, take-home items, and giveaways available throughout the day.
10/24/26
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Oct
24
A Time For Science STEM EXPO 2026
A free community STEM event featuring over 40 exhibitors with hands-on, engaging activities for all ages. The event is indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, from 10am to 2pm. Featured experiences include robotics demonstrations, tabletop exhibitors, live animals, special exhibitors, and arts & crafts. Visitors can explore zoology, botany, and modern engineering. Over 1,000 visitors are expected. Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 (Friend Level) to $2,500 (Einstein Level). Vendor/exhibitor booths are free but require a hands-on component; applications must be submitted before the September deadline. Booth spaces are 10x10 ft; tents are not provided.
Free admission f...
Free admission for all visitors. Free materials, take-home items, and giveaways available throughout the day.
In-Person
Oct 24, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
Engineering
STEM
Outreach
Family-Friendly
Hands-On Activities
Science
Robotics
Youth Education
Botany
Community Education
06-11-2026
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