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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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116 hands-on Events Found
Open Organ Console Day
Interactive hands-on experience where visitors can play The Longwood Organ for five minutes each during a 3-hour open console period.
Longwood Gardens
Free with Garden...
Free with Gardens admission
4/19/26
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Apr
19
Open Organ Console Day
Interactive hands-on experience where visitors can play The Longwood Organ for five minutes each during a 3-hour open console period.
Free with Garden...
Free with Gardens admission
In-Person
Apr 19, 5:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Multiple dates available through August 2026.
King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library
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4/19/26
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Apr
19
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Recurring
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Multiple dates available through August 2026.
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
In-Person
Apr 19, 7:30 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Ceramic Rattle Workshop
Ceramic rattle workshop led by Daven Hee and Joy Sanchez as part of the Toshiko Takaezu: Worlds Within exhibition programming. Registration opens February 24.
Honolulu Museum of Art
Free
4/19/26
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Apr
19
Ceramic Rattle Workshop
Ceramic rattle workshop led by Daven Hee and Joy Sanchez as part of the Toshiko Takaezu: Worlds Within exhibition programming. Registration opens February 24.
Free
In-Person
Apr 19, 2026
02-15-2026
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STEM Challenge
Students will learn about STEM and participate in an exciting challenge or experiment. This program is designed especially for students in grades K-5. The activities may be challenging for younger children. Space is limited and registration is required. Online registration opens two-weeks prior to event start time. Sign-up one child per registration. Walk-ins are not guaranteed entry. This program is generously funded by the Friends of Ridley Township Library.
Meeting Room, Ridley Township Public Library & Resource Center
Free
4/22/26
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Apr
22
STEM Challenge
Students will learn about STEM and participate in an exciting challenge or experiment. This program is designed especially for students in grades K-5. The activities may be challenging for younger children. Space is limited and registration is required. Online registration opens two-weeks prior to event start time. Sign-up one child per registration. Walk-ins are not guaranteed entry. This program is generously funded by the Friends of Ridley Township Library.
Free
In-Person
Apr 22, 11:30 PM ET
02-09-2026
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NHMU Family STEAM Explorations: Electricity
Dive into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) with this FREE hands-on, interactive program designed for families. This drop-in event invites visitors to engage in exciting, rotating STEAM topics every other month. Come spark your curiosity with electricity!
Natural History Museum of Utah
FREE with regula...
FREE with regular museum admission; completely free for Museum Members
4/22/26
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Apr
22
NHMU Family STEAM Explorations: Electricity
Dive into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) with this FREE hands-on, interactive program designed for families. This drop-in event invites visitors to engage in exciting, rotating STEAM topics every other month. Come spark your curiosity with electricity!
FREE with regula...
FREE with regular museum admission; completely free for Museum Members
In-Person
Apr 23, 1:15 AM ET
02-10-2026
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NHMU Family STEAM Explorations: Electricity
Come spark your curiosity with electricity! In this hands-on drop-in session, you'll explore how simple circuits work by experimenting with opening and closing circuits to control the flow of electricity. Discover what makes a circuit complete--and what happens when it's not! Activities are open from 5:15-8:15pm; stay as long as you like! Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE with Museum admission.
Natural History Museum of Utah - Earth Lab
Free with museum...
Free with museum admission
4/22/26
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Apr
22
NHMU Family STEAM Explorations: Electricity
Come spark your curiosity with electricity! In this hands-on drop-in session, you'll explore how simple circuits work by experimenting with opening and closing circuits to control the flow of electricity. Discover what makes a circuit complete--and what happens when it's not! Activities are open from 5:15-8:15pm; stay as long as you like! Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE with Museum admission.
Free with museum...
Free with museum admission
In-Person
Apr 23, 1:15 AM ET
Electricity
Circuits
Hands-On
Drop-In
Family
Steam
Physics
Engineering
Interactive
Museum
Exploration
Youth
02-12-2026
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Homeschool Art: Seed Pod Dragonflies
In this guided homeschool art series, children will explore a variety of creative projects using paint and/or mixed materials. Each class is step-by-step and instructor-led, helping students build confidence while creating a finished piece they can take home the same day. Projects may include painting, nature-inspired materials, and hands-on crafting. All supplies are provided. Designed for curious kids who love to create. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 7+ who are interested in learning and implementing new crafting techniques and styles. No prior experience is necessary. Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
Children's Classroom
$35.00 - $35 per...
$35.00 - $35 per child per class. All materials included.
4/27/26
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Apr
27
Homeschool Art: Seed Pod Dragonflies
In this guided homeschool art series, children will explore a variety of creative projects using paint and/or mixed materials. Each class is step-by-step and instructor-led, helping students build confidence while creating a finished piece they can take home the same day. Projects may include painting, nature-inspired materials, and hands-on crafting. All supplies are provided. Designed for curious kids who love to create. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 7+ who are interested in learning and implementing new crafting techniques and styles. No prior experience is necessary. Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
$35.00 - $35 per...
$35.00 - $35 per child per class. All materials included.
In-Person
Apr 27, 2:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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COSI Science Festival
Science is everywhere, and science is for everyone. The COSI Science Festival builds a diverse STEAM workforce and closes the STEAM skills gap by exposing individuals to science and technology where they live, learn, and lounge. DCDL will feature STEAM-focused programs this spring to bring the magic and learning of COSI to the Library. Three exciting days of community STEAM events from April 29 through May 2, 2026, leading up to COSI's Big Science Celebration on May 2.
Delaware County District Library
Free
4/29/26
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Apr
29
COSI Science Festival
Science is everywhere, and science is for everyone. The COSI Science Festival builds a diverse STEAM workforce and closes the STEAM skills gap by exposing individuals to science and technology where they live, learn, and lounge. DCDL will feature STEAM-focused programs this spring to bring the magic and learning of COSI to the Library. Three exciting days of community STEAM events from April 29 through May 2, 2026, leading up to COSI's Big Science Celebration on May 2.
Free
In-Person
Apr 29, 2026
Steam
Science
Technology
Engineering
Arts
Mathematics
Festival
Family-Friendly
Hands-On
Community
Workforce Development
01-18-2026
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First Friday Downtown Delaware STEAM Adventure
Join us on May 1, 2026 for First Friday in downtown Delaware for a downtown STEAM adventure. Look forward to engaging stations featuring hands-on experiments -- the perfect evening for families, aspiring scientists, and curious minds. Part of the COSI Science Festival sponsored by DCDL.
Main Street Delaware
Free
5/1/26
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May
1
First Friday Downtown Delaware STEAM Adventure
Join us on May 1, 2026 for First Friday in downtown Delaware for a downtown STEAM adventure. Look forward to engaging stations featuring hands-on experiments -- the perfect evening for families, aspiring scientists, and curious minds. Part of the COSI Science Festival sponsored by DCDL.
Free
In-Person
May 1, 2026
Steam
Hands-On
Experiments
Family-Friendly
Downtown
Community
Science
Technology
Engineering
Arts
Mathematics
01-18-2026
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Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring weekly meetings through August 16, 2026.
King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library
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Free - supplies provided
5/3/26
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May
3
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Recurring
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring weekly meetings through August 16, 2026.
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
In-Person
May 3, 7:30 PM ET
02-11-2026
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STEM - Egg Drop Challenge
Explore different forms of science and participate in scientific projects or experiments in a hands-on way. This session will feature an egg drop challenge, exploring physics and engineering principles.
Banks Public Library
Free
5/5/26
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May
5
STEM - Egg Drop Challenge
Explore different forms of science and participate in scientific projects or experiments in a hands-on way. This session will feature an egg drop challenge, exploring physics and engineering principles.
Free
In-Person
May 5, 6:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Homeschool Day
Wrap up the homeschool year with a hands-on science and nature celebration! Families will explore the outdoors through guided investigations, simple experiments, and creative nature-based activities. This event is ideal for homeschool students ages 5-11 (Kindergarten through 5th grade), but all are welcome. Members save on admission! Start time: 10:00 AM.
Garden
$5.00 - Each par...
$5.00 - Each participating child is $5, plus Garden admission for adults and siblings
5/5/26
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May
5
Homeschool Day
Wrap up the homeschool year with a hands-on science and nature celebration! Families will explore the outdoors through guided investigations, simple experiments, and creative nature-based activities. This event is ideal for homeschool students ages 5-11 (Kindergarten through 5th grade), but all are welcome. Members save on admission! Start time: 10:00 AM.
$5.00 - Each par...
$5.00 - Each participating child is $5, plus Garden admission for adults and siblings
In-Person
May 5, 2:00 PM ET
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02-11-2026
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Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays from 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Multiple dates available: May 10, 17, 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026.
King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library
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Free - supplies provided
5/10/26
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May
10
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Recurring
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays from 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Multiple dates available: May 10, 17, 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026.
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
In-Person
May 10, 7:30 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut
What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Suggested Ages: 5 years and up. Class is full - call to be added to waitlist.
Mobius Science Center
$16.00 - $16 per...
$16.00 - $16 per student - Daily admission not included in class fee
5/15/26
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May
15
Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut
What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Suggested Ages: 5 years and up. Class is full - call to be added to waitlist.
$16.00 - $16 per...
$16.00 - $16 per student - Daily admission not included in class fee
In-Person
May 15, 9:15 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Junior Science Club: Will It Work?
Put your ideas to the test in this experimental workshop! Students investigate quirky scientific questions! Can a sidewalk fry an egg? How strong is a plastic bag? Through hands-on testing and the engineering design process, participants make predictions and run experiments. Grades 1-4. Session runs 9-10:30 a.m.
Fleet Science Center
$30.00 - $30 mem...
$30.00 - $30 members | $35 public
5/16/26
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May
16
Junior Science Club: Will It Work?
Put your ideas to the test in this experimental workshop! Students investigate quirky scientific questions! Can a sidewalk fry an egg? How strong is a plastic bag? Through hands-on testing and the engineering design process, participants make predictions and run experiments. Grades 1-4. Session runs 9-10:30 a.m.
$30.00 - $30 mem...
$30.00 - $30 members | $35 public
In-Person
May 16, 7:00 PM ET
02-12-2026
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Junior Science Club: Will It Work?
Put your ideas to the test in this experimental workshop! Students investigate quirky scientific questions! Can a sidewalk fry an egg? How strong is a plastic bag? Through hands-on testing and the engineering design process, participants make predictions and run experiments. Grades 1-4. Session runs 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Fleet Science Center
$30.00 - $30 mem...
$30.00 - $30 members | $35 public
5/16/26
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May
16
Junior Science Club: Will It Work?
Put your ideas to the test in this experimental workshop! Students investigate quirky scientific questions! Can a sidewalk fry an egg? How strong is a plastic bag? Through hands-on testing and the engineering design process, participants make predictions and run experiments. Grades 1-4. Session runs 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
$30.00 - $30 mem...
$30.00 - $30 members | $35 public
In-Person
May 16, 9:00 PM ET
02-12-2026
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Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring sessions from May 17, 2026 through August 30, 2026.
King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
5/17/26
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May
17
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Recurring
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring sessions from May 17, 2026 through August 30, 2026.
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
In-Person
May 17, 7:30 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring dates: May 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; September 6, 2026.
King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library
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Supplies provided
5/24/26
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May
24
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Recurring
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring dates: May 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; September 6, 2026.
Supplies provide...
Supplies provided
In-Person
May 24, 7:30 PM ET
02-13-2026
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STEM Challenge
Students will learn about STEM and participate in an exciting challenge or experiment. This program is designed especially for students in grades K-5. The activities may be challenging for younger children, so participants must meet the age/grade range. Space is limited and registration is required. Online registration will open two-weeks prior to event start time. Sign-up one child per registration. If placed on the wait list, you will be notified by email when a spot becomes available. Walk-ins are not guaranteed entry. Generously funded by the Friends of Ridley Township Library.
Meeting Room
Free
5/27/26
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May
27
STEM Challenge
Students will learn about STEM and participate in an exciting challenge or experiment. This program is designed especially for students in grades K-5. The activities may be challenging for younger children, so participants must meet the age/grade range. Space is limited and registration is required. Online registration will open two-weeks prior to event start time. Sign-up one child per registration. If placed on the wait list, you will be notified by email when a spot becomes available. Walk-ins are not guaranteed entry. Generously funded by the Friends of Ridley Township Library.
Free
In-Person
May 27, 10:30 PM ET
02-09-2026
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24th Annual Marine Science Day!
VIMS' annual open house is a free, fun-filled event for the whole family! Join us for marine science exhibits, child-friendly crafts and activities, hands-on experience with animals, lab and facility tours, and more! Event proceeds rain or shine.
Batten School & VIMS - Watermen's Hall, Campus-wide
Free
5/30/26
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May
30
24th Annual Marine Science Day!
VIMS' annual open house is a free, fun-filled event for the whole family! Join us for marine science exhibits, child-friendly crafts and activities, hands-on experience with animals, lab and facility tours, and more! Event proceeds rain or shine.
Free
In-Person
May 30, 2:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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SUMMET at MINES - Session 1
One-week residential engineering, science and technology program for rising high school seniors, especially first-generation college students. Includes coursework, hands-on projects, team-building activities, mine tour, and social events. Program runs 8:00am-5:00pm daily with evening activities. Room and board included.
Colorado School of Mines
$50.00 - Confirm...
$50.00 - Confirmation fee if accepted, all other costs covered by Colorado School of Mines
5/31/26
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May
31
SUMMET at MINES - Session 1
One-week residential engineering, science and technology program for rising high school seniors, especially first-generation college students. Includes coursework, hands-on projects, team-building activities, mine tour, and social events. Program runs 8:00am-5:00pm daily with evening activities. Room and board included.
$50.00 - Confirm...
$50.00 - Confirmation fee if accepted, all other costs covered by Colorado School of Mines
In-Person
May 31, 4:00 PM ET
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Embry - Riddle Aeronautical University: Computer, Electrical & Software Engineering - Arduino Summer Camp
Build. Code. Create. Step into a world where creativity meets technology. It's a true engineering adventure where you'll design, program, and bring your ideas to life using Arduino microcontrollers. You'll write code, wire circuits, learn to sense temperature and pressure, control motors, and design/fabricate printed circuit boards. Develop hands-on skills in soldering, prototyping, and testing with advanced equipment. Registration begins January 12. $50 processing fee for cancellations. Full refund if cancelled by May 1st, 50% forfeit after May 1st.
Embry - Riddle Aeronautical University
$1,700.00 - Tuit...
$1,700.00 - Tuition includes supervised housing, on-campus meals, classroom instruction, books, and materials. Students required to bring own linens/sleeping bags/towels.
5/31/26
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May
31
Embry - Riddle Aeronautical University: Computer, Electrical & Software Engineering - Arduino Summer Camp
Build. Code. Create. Step into a world where creativity meets technology. It's a true engineering adventure where you'll design, program, and bring your ideas to life using Arduino microcontrollers. You'll write code, wire circuits, learn to sense temperature and pressure, control motors, and design/fabricate printed circuit boards. Develop hands-on skills in soldering, prototyping, and testing with advanced equipment. Registration begins January 12. $50 processing fee for cancellations. Full refund if cancelled by May 1st, 50% forfeit after May 1st.
$1,700.00 - Tuit...
$1,700.00 - Tuition includes supervised housing, on-campus meals, classroom instruction, books, and materials. Students required to bring own linens/sleeping bags/towels.
In-Person
May 31, 10:00 AM ET
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Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring weekly sessions from May 31, 2026 through September 13, 2026.
King Meeting Room, Tredyffrin Library
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
5/31/26
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May
31
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club In-Person
Recurring
Teen Crochet & Crafts Club meets on Sundays, 3:30-5:00pm. We provide the supplies to make a beginner friendly crochet project, then bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Recurring weekly sessions from May 31, 2026 through September 13, 2026.
Free - supplies...
Free - supplies provided
In-Person
May 31, 7:30 PM ET
02-13-2026
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STEM: Brilliant and Bold
The animal world is full of brilliant and bold colors. Explore the world of animal sight and coloration through experiments, games, and STEM builds! Full day camp for 3rd and 4th graders with multiple sessions throughout summer.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - $425 f...
$425.00 - $425 for members, $470 for non-members
6/1/26
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Jun
1
STEM: Brilliant and Bold
The animal world is full of brilliant and bold colors. Explore the world of animal sight and coloration through experiments, games, and STEM builds! Full day camp for 3rd and 4th graders with multiple sessions throughout summer.
$425.00 - $425 f...
$425.00 - $425 for members, $470 for non-members
In-Person
Jun 1, 2:00 PM ET
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The Arb Rocks!
Rock out with an in-depth study of glaciers, soils, fossils, and rocks. Take a geological journey through Earth, uncovering the layers below, identifying hidden fossils, and investigate the three types of rocks. Half day camp for 3rd and 4th graders.
The Morton Arboretum
$235.00 - $235 f...
$235.00 - $235 for members, $260 for non-members
6/1/26
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Jun
1
The Arb Rocks!
Rock out with an in-depth study of glaciers, soils, fossils, and rocks. Take a geological journey through Earth, uncovering the layers below, identifying hidden fossils, and investigate the three types of rocks. Half day camp for 3rd and 4th graders.
$235.00 - $235 f...
$235.00 - $235 for members, $260 for non-members
In-Person
Jun 1, 2:00 PM ET
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