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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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105 design Events Found
State Construction Conference
North Carolina's preeminent educational and networking event for construction professionals. The conference brings together key stakeholders in planning, design, and construction from state agencies and institutions to discuss the state's capital improvement program and mutual concerns about the costly and complex process. Architects, attorneys, and engineers can earn up to seven (7) continuing education credit hours by attending the conference. Virtual attendance option also available.
McKimmon Conference and Training Center
Free
3/5/26
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5
State Construction Conference
North Carolina's preeminent educational and networking event for construction professionals. The conference brings together key stakeholders in planning, design, and construction from state agencies and institutions to discuss the state's capital improvement program and mutual concerns about the costly and complex process. Architects, attorneys, and engineers can earn up to seven (7) continuing education credit hours by attending the conference. Virtual attendance option also available.
Free
Hybrid
Mar 5, 2026
Construction
Engineering
Architecture
Networking
Professional Development
Continuing Education
State Government
Capital Improvement
Design
Planning
01-15-2026
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Digital Link & Learn Classes - Canva Design
Hands-on class designed to help you get comfortable with your devices and everyday tech tools. Whether you're a beginner or brushing up your skills, this class focuses on Canva Design. Laptop borrowing available upon request.
Tyrrell County Library
Free
3/6/26
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Mar
6
Digital Link & Learn Classes - Canva Design
Hands-on class designed to help you get comfortable with your devices and everyday tech tools. Whether you're a beginner or brushing up your skills, this class focuses on Canva Design. Laptop borrowing available upon request.
Free
In-Person
Mar 6, 3:30 PM ET
02-14-2026
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NCDOT Model Bridge Competition
Free, statewide STEM event that provides schools with materials and guidance to design and build model bridges. Students compete against peers from public and private schools. Participating schools have the chance to earn prize money and gain statewide recognition. Regional Competition March 6, 2026; Final Competition April 17, 2026.
Virtual
Free with materi...
Free with materials provided
3/6/26
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Mar
6
NCDOT Model Bridge Competition
Free, statewide STEM event that provides schools with materials and guidance to design and build model bridges. Students compete against peers from public and private schools. Participating schools have the chance to earn prize money and gain statewide recognition. Regional Competition March 6, 2026; Final Competition April 17, 2026.
Free with materi...
Free with materials provided
In-Person
Mar 6, 5:00 AM ET
Engineering
Bridge Building
Stem Competition
Model Construction
Transportation
Civil Engineering
Design
02-11-2026
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Maker Crafts: Book Nooks
Maker crafts workshop focused on creating book nooks - miniature dioramas that fit between books
Central Library
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Maker Crafts: Book Nooks
Maker crafts workshop focused on creating book nooks - miniature dioramas that fit between books
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 7:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Maker Crafts: Book Nooks
Create a world in between your books! Book Nooks are tiny rooms placed between your books to show hidden worlds behind your bookshelf. Come decorate your own miniature fairy wonderland! All supplies provided, and space is very limited. This workshop will take place in the Makerspace, which is on the first floor of Central Library.
Central Library - Makerspace
All supplies pro...
All supplies provided
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Maker Crafts: Book Nooks
Create a world in between your books! Book Nooks are tiny rooms placed between your books to show hidden worlds behind your bookshelf. Come decorate your own miniature fairy wonderland! All supplies provided, and space is very limited. This workshop will take place in the Makerspace, which is on the first floor of Central Library.
All supplies pro...
All supplies provided
In-Person
Mar 7, 7:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Mentor Session: Joseph Meersman
Mentor session with Joseph Meersman, founder and strategy advisor with expertise in AI operationalization, digital product development, and design organization scaling. Part of SXSW programming.
Austin Marriott Downtown, Room 602
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Mentor Session: Joseph Meersman
Mentor session with Joseph Meersman, founder and strategy advisor with expertise in AI operationalization, digital product development, and design organization scaling. Part of SXSW programming.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 6:00 PM ET
Ai
Artificial Intelligence
Technology
Mentorship
Digital Products
Design
Sxsw
Startup
Entrepreneurship
Strategy
Innovation
02-08-2026
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Hospitality as Pedagogy
What if classrooms were designed like hospitality spaces--hotels, restaurants, places of welcome, rhythm, and care? In this talk, designer-researcher Shruthi Manjula Balakrishna explores how hospitality frameworks such as arrival sequence, wayfinding, sensory design, and emotional arc can reshape the rituals and environments of learning. Drawing from design psychology and service strategy, this session offers a fresh lens for fostering trust, comfort, and connection in education.
The Westin Austin Downtown - Paramount III
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
Hospitality as Pedagogy
What if classrooms were designed like hospitality spaces--hotels, restaurants, places of welcome, rhythm, and care? In this talk, designer-researcher Shruthi Manjula Balakrishna explores how hospitality frameworks such as arrival sequence, wayfinding, sensory design, and emotional arc can reshape the rituals and environments of learning. Drawing from design psychology and service strategy, this session offers a fresh lens for fostering trust, comfort, and connection in education.
Free
In-Person
Mar 12, 6:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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The Future is Low-Tech: Lessons from the Early 2000s
Let's rewind back to the early 2000s - slower interfaces, finite gameplay, loading bars, shared family computers and digital experiences that rewarded patience, curiosity and real-world interaction. In this talk, we'll unpack the overlooked design features of the era and explore how they can be applied today. This session is for designers, educators, technologists and decision-makers who want to take part in building a low-tech future!
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom B
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
The Future is Low-Tech: Lessons from the Early 2000s
Let's rewind back to the early 2000s - slower interfaces, finite gameplay, loading bars, shared family computers and digital experiences that rewarded patience, curiosity and real-world interaction. In this talk, we'll unpack the overlooked design features of the era and explore how they can be applied today. This session is for designers, educators, technologists and decision-makers who want to take part in building a low-tech future!
Free
In-Person
Mar 12, 11:00 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
This webinar explores how hands-on, minds-on learning in the skilled trades can expand access to meaningful CTE experiences in middle school. Topics include bringing skilled trades concepts into everyday instruction, helping students explore transferable and technical skills, and connecting students' strengths with new possibilities through early, empowering conversations about future-ready pathways. Certificates of Completion are available to registered live attendees who attend 53 minutes or more.
Virtual Webinar
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
This webinar explores how hands-on, minds-on learning in the skilled trades can expand access to meaningful CTE experiences in middle school. Topics include bringing skilled trades concepts into everyday instruction, helping students explore transferable and technical skills, and connecting students' strengths with new possibilities through early, empowering conversations about future-ready pathways. Certificates of Completion are available to registered live attendees who attend 53 minutes or more.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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2026 Annual Bridge Building Competition
Annual engineering competition focused on bridge building design and construction
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Free
3/13/26
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Mar
13
2026 Annual Bridge Building Competition
Annual engineering competition focused on bridge building design and construction
Free
In-Person
Mar 13, 2026
01-16-2026
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Fun Family Friday - Leprechaun Lure
Create & Decorate a trap to catch a Leprechaun. Advanced registration is requested.
Nazareth YMCA
Free to Family 1...
Free to Family 1 and Family 2 members
3/13/26
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Mar
13
Fun Family Friday - Leprechaun Lure
Create & Decorate a trap to catch a Leprechaun. Advanced registration is requested.
Free to Family 1...
Free to Family 1 and Family 2 members
In-Person
Mar 13, 9:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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CANdemonium
CANdemonium is a design and building competition benefiting Missoula Food Bank & Community Center. Local businesses, organizations and students are paired with architects and engineers to design and build giant structures made entirely from full cans of food. This year's theme is prehistoric/dinosaur themed - teams will create structures that look like they thundered straight out of prehistory. All food used in construction goes directly to the food bank to help serve the community. Teams build their canned structures along the walkways of Southgate Mall. Open to local businesses, organizations, school groups, fitness clubs, congregations, or anyone who'd like to support the food bank.
Southgate Mall
Requires donatio...
Requires donation of canned food items for construction
3/13/26
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Mar
13
CANdemonium
CANdemonium is a design and building competition benefiting Missoula Food Bank & Community Center. Local businesses, organizations and students are paired with architects and engineers to design and build giant structures made entirely from full cans of food. This year's theme is prehistoric/dinosaur themed - teams will create structures that look like they thundered straight out of prehistory. All food used in construction goes directly to the food bank to help serve the community. Teams build their canned structures along the walkways of Southgate Mall. Open to local businesses, organizations, school groups, fitness clubs, congregations, or anyone who'd like to support the food bank.
Requires donatio...
Requires donation of canned food items for construction
In-Person
Mar 13, 2026
Engineering
Design
Architecture
Competition
Community
Food Bank
Building
Structures
Stem Education
Collaboration
Dinosaur Theme
Prehistoric
02-12-2026
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STEM Explorers: Leprechauns, Leprechauns Everywhere!
STEM exploration program with a St. Patrick's Day theme featuring leprechauns. Educational STEM activities for children at the library.
Quince Orchard Library
Free
3/14/26
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Mar
14
STEM Explorers: Leprechauns, Leprechauns Everywhere!
STEM exploration program with a St. Patrick's Day theme featuring leprechauns. Educational STEM activities for children at the library.
Free
In-Person
Mar 14, 3:30 PM ET
Engineering
Design
Building
Hands-On
Family-Friendly
Library Program
St. Patrick's Day
Stem Education
02-13-2026
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STEAM Saturday: Lucky Science
Leaping leprechauns--it's almost St. Patrick's Day! Build your own leprechaun trap, turn a rainbow into a bridge, and design a device to remove snakes from Ireland! STEAM Saturday program from 10:00 am - 11:30 am.
The Charleston Museum
Free
3/14/26
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Mar
14
STEAM Saturday: Lucky Science
Leaping leprechauns--it's almost St. Patrick's Day! Build your own leprechaun trap, turn a rainbow into a bridge, and design a device to remove snakes from Ireland! STEAM Saturday program from 10:00 am - 11:30 am.
Free
In-Person
Mar 14, 3:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Junk Journal Book Binding
Sew your own personalized junk journal using repurposed materials with book binding techniques
Reconsidered Goods
Free
3/15/26
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Mar
15
Junk Journal Book Binding
Sew your own personalized junk journal using repurposed materials with book binding techniques
Free
In-Person
Mar 15, 6:00 PM ET
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https://reconsideredgoods.org/
02-10-2026
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Spring Break Camps - The Age of Engineering
Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. Step into the Age of Engineering and discover the science that keeps the world moving! Grades 4-6, Max age: 12.
Science Museum Oklahoma
$275.00 - $275 m...
$275.00 - $275 members, $300 non-members
3/16/26
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Mar
16
Spring Break Camps - The Age of Engineering
Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. Step into the Age of Engineering and discover the science that keeps the world moving! Grades 4-6, Max age: 12.
$275.00 - $275 m...
$275.00 - $275 members, $300 non-members
In-Person
Mar 16, 3:00 PM ET
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https://sciencemuseumok.org/camps
01-18-2026
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The Age of Engineering - Innovators Spring Break Camp
Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. Step into the Age of Engineering and discover the science that keeps the world moving! For grades 4-6, max age 12.
Science Museum Oklahoma
$275.00 - $275 m...
$275.00 - $275 members, $300 non-members
3/16/26
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Mar
16
The Age of Engineering - Innovators Spring Break Camp
Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. Step into the Age of Engineering and discover the science that keeps the world moving! For grades 4-6, max age 12.
$275.00 - $275 m...
$275.00 - $275 members, $300 non-members
In-Person
Mar 16, 3:00 PM ET
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Simple Machines
Design
Problem Solving
Hands-On Building
Stem Education
Spring Break
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https://sciencemuseumok.org/camps
02-08-2026
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The Age of Engineering - Spring Break Camp
Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. For grades 4-6 (max age 12).
Science Museum Oklahoma
$275.00 - $275 m...
$275.00 - $275 members, $300 non-members
3/16/26
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Mar
16
The Age of Engineering - Spring Break Camp
Travel way, way back in time--before da Vinci and Archimedes--to uncover the origins of machines! From massive ancient inventions to miniature marvels, we'll explore how simple mechanisms have shaped the world. Experiment with levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps to discover how early inventors used simple ideas to solve big problems. Then put your creativity to the test as you design and build your own mechanical masterpiece. For grades 4-6 (max age 12).
$275.00 - $275 m...
$275.00 - $275 members, $300 non-members
In-Person
Mar 16, 4:00 PM ET
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https://sciencemuseumok.org/camps
02-08-2026
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Spring Week #2: (AM) LEGO Junior Robotics - Simple and Powered Machines / (PM) Theme Park Builder: Design
Spring Break Camp featuring morning session on LEGO robotics with simple and powered machines, and afternoon session on theme park builder design. Schedule: 8:00am-8:30am Drop-off, 8:30am-11:30am Morning session, 11:30am-12:30pm Lunch break, 12:30pm-3:30pm Afternoon session, 3:30pm Pick-up. Includes access to indoor slides, obstacle courses, and trampoline courts during breaks. Optional lunch packages available.
Slick City Chandler
Prices vary from...
Prices vary from week to week due to demand, holidays, and other factors
3/16/26
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Mar
16
Spring Week #2: (AM) LEGO Junior Robotics - Simple and Powered Machines / (PM) Theme Park Builder: Design
Spring Break Camp featuring morning session on LEGO robotics with simple and powered machines, and afternoon session on theme park builder design. Schedule: 8:00am-8:30am Drop-off, 8:30am-11:30am Morning session, 11:30am-12:30pm Lunch break, 12:30pm-3:30pm Afternoon session, 3:30pm Pick-up. Includes access to indoor slides, obstacle courses, and trampoline courts during breaks. Optional lunch packages available.
Prices vary from...
Prices vary from week to week due to demand, holidays, and other factors
In-Person
Mar 16, 6:00 PM ET
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Let There be Speed Student Contest
Student contest celebrating innovation, precision, and engineering mindset. Participants must create an Instructable showing how to design and make something that moves fast or optimizes a process for speed. Must be legal resident of 50 US states including DC, excluding Puerto Rico. Submissions accepted between December 15, 2025 and March 16, 2026. 32 prizes including laptops, tablets, and Autodesk/Team USA swag bags.
Virtual
Free to enter
3/16/26
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Mar
16
Let There be Speed Student Contest
Student contest celebrating innovation, precision, and engineering mindset. Participants must create an Instructable showing how to design and make something that moves fast or optimizes a process for speed. Must be legal resident of 50 US states including DC, excluding Puerto Rico. Submissions accepted between December 15, 2025 and March 16, 2026. 32 prizes including laptops, tablets, and Autodesk/Team USA swag bags.
Free to enter
Virtual
Mar 17, 2:59 AM ET
Engineering
Design
Innovation
Speed
3D Printing
Materials Engineering
Instructables
Autodesk
Olympics
Contest
Student Competition
02-13-2026
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CANVA BOOTCAMP: Design Like a Pro
A hands-on workshop to help you design polished, cohesive content for your brand. Over the course of 3 hours, participants will cover everything from the basics to building polished, branded designs. Hour 1: Setting up your brand kit & Canva basics. Hour 2: Exploring tools and experimenting with designs. Hour 3: Creating real content pieces for your brand. Lunch is included. Participants need to bring smartphone, laptop or tablet with Canva open on browser and logged into, and laptop charger. Instagram account required. Activity waiver must be filled out prior to start date. Full refund available for cancellations up to 2 weeks prior.
INSPIRE STUDIO
$99.00 - Include...
$99.00 - Includes lunch
3/19/26
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Mar
19
CANVA BOOTCAMP: Design Like a Pro
A hands-on workshop to help you design polished, cohesive content for your brand. Over the course of 3 hours, participants will cover everything from the basics to building polished, branded designs. Hour 1: Setting up your brand kit & Canva basics. Hour 2: Exploring tools and experimenting with designs. Hour 3: Creating real content pieces for your brand. Lunch is included. Participants need to bring smartphone, laptop or tablet with Canva open on browser and logged into, and laptop charger. Instagram account required. Activity waiver must be filled out prior to start date. Full refund available for cancellations up to 2 weeks prior.
$99.00 - Include...
$99.00 - Includes lunch
In-Person
Mar 19, 10:00 PM ET
Design
Technology
Digital Marketing
Business
Workshop
Branding
Social Media
Canva
Graphics
Professional Development
02-12-2026
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STEM Saturday: Engineering Day
Engineering Day highlights problem-solving, design, and applied engineering concepts. Attendees can take part in engineering and STEM-themed activities, interact with community partners, explore hands-on exhibits, visit the robotics lab for interactive demonstrations, attend children's storytime, and see an IMAX film during their visit. Event runs from 10AM to 2PM.
Virginia Air & Space Science Center
Free admission f...
Free admission for first 100 attendees
3/21/26
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Mar
21
STEM Saturday: Engineering Day
Engineering Day highlights problem-solving, design, and applied engineering concepts. Attendees can take part in engineering and STEM-themed activities, interact with community partners, explore hands-on exhibits, visit the robotics lab for interactive demonstrations, attend children's storytime, and see an IMAX film during their visit. Event runs from 10AM to 2PM.
Free admission f...
Free admission for first 100 attendees
In-Person
Mar 21, 2:00 PM ET
Engineering
Problem-Solving
Design
Applied Engineering
Robotics Lab
Hands-On Activities
Imax
Children's Storytime
Family-Friendly
Monthly Series
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https://vasc.org/stem-saturdays
02-10-2026
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Idaho Artistry in Wood - 16th Annual IAW Art Show
Welcome to the 16th Annual IAW Art Show! This is a non-profit collaboration of five art and craft clubs from Idaho unified in their love for artistry in wood and gourds. The annual show features unique wooden art pieces and is made possible by Southwest Idaho Woodturners Association, Ada County Woodworkers Association, Idaho Woodcarvers Guild, and Treasure Valley Scrollers. This year's show is being hosted by the Southwest Idaho Woodturners Association. Show runs Saturday March 21st, 9am-5pm & Sunday March 22nd, 10am-4pm.
JUMP Room
$5.00 - Admissio...
$5.00 - Admission $5, 12 and Under Free
3/22/26
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Mar
22
Idaho Artistry in Wood - 16th Annual IAW Art Show
Welcome to the 16th Annual IAW Art Show! This is a non-profit collaboration of five art and craft clubs from Idaho unified in their love for artistry in wood and gourds. The annual show features unique wooden art pieces and is made possible by Southwest Idaho Woodturners Association, Ada County Woodworkers Association, Idaho Woodcarvers Guild, and Treasure Valley Scrollers. This year's show is being hosted by the Southwest Idaho Woodturners Association. Show runs Saturday March 21st, 9am-5pm & Sunday March 22nd, 10am-4pm.
$5.00 - Admissio...
$5.00 - Admission $5, 12 and Under Free
In-Person
Mar 22, 8:00 PM ET
02-12-2026
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Spring into STEM at Brandywine Wallace Elementary
Celebrate the coming of Spring with Play-Well and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build chirping birds, design blossoming flowers, and take a ride on a paddle boat. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. Ages 5-8 years. Meets Wednesdays from April 1 - May 20, 2026, 3:45-5:00 PM.
Brandywine Wallace Elementary
$215.00 - $215.0...
$215.00 - $215.00 Res, $235.00 Non-Res
4/1/26
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1
Spring into STEM at Brandywine Wallace Elementary
Celebrate the coming of Spring with Play-Well and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build chirping birds, design blossoming flowers, and take a ride on a paddle boat. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. Ages 5-8 years. Meets Wednesdays from April 1 - May 20, 2026, 3:45-5:00 PM.
$215.00 - $215.0...
$215.00 - $215.00 Res, $235.00 Non-Res
In-Person
Apr 1, 8:45 PM ET
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Paper Airplane Flying Contest - Pipestem Resort State Park - April 4, 2026
Pipestem Resort State Park announces its first-ever Paper Airplane Flying Contest! The contest is fun for all ages and features three contestant groups: 12 and under, teenagers, and adults. There will be some really cool prizes for all age groups on each contest date. Six days of paper airplane flying competitions will take place throughout the summer of 2026. Additional contest dates include: May 30, June 20, July 4, Aug. 22, and September 5.
Pipestem Resort State Park
Free
4/4/26
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Apr
4
Paper Airplane Flying Contest - Pipestem Resort State Park - April 4, 2026
Pipestem Resort State Park announces its first-ever Paper Airplane Flying Contest! The contest is fun for all ages and features three contestant groups: 12 and under, teenagers, and adults. There will be some really cool prizes for all age groups on each contest date. Six days of paper airplane flying competitions will take place throughout the summer of 2026. Additional contest dates include: May 30, June 20, July 4, Aug. 22, and September 5.
Free
In-Person
Apr 4, 2026
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