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Falling for Science

Effectively design a parachute to slow down the descend of an action figure.

September 17 – September 21

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This is What We Trained For

Utilize the power of an Ozobot to tow as much freight possible!

September 24 – September 28

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Fall Wall Decals

Get creative and make your own removable wall decals!

October 1 – October 5

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Baby, You Can Drive My Car

Discover the fascinating world of circuitry using LittleBits magnetic circuits to engineer and customize a self-driving toy car!

October 8 – October 12

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Rocket Catcher Challenge

Discover the principles of physics and engineering in this competitive challenge.

October 15 – October 19

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Rube Goldberg's Alarm Clock

Build an impractical yet incredible balloon popping creation.

October 22 – October 26

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Cool Character Creations

Learn how to illustrate and animate your own unique pixel-art game characters.

October 29 – November 2

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Light Up Holiday Greeting Cards

Create custom greeting cards that light up!

November 5 – November 9

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Air We There Yet?

Learn how to make an air-powered vehicle out of simple materials.

November 12 – November 16

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Holiday Ornaments

Come design and make your own personalized ornaments with our laser engraver.

November 26 – November 30

December 3 – December 7

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