STEaM Adventures - Weekly Activities - Almaden

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Upcoming Sessions

Dates
Age
Participate
After-School STEaM at Almaden
11/12
Tue, 4:30p-5:30p
8-14
San José Public Library - Almaden
After-School STEaM at Almaden
11/19
Tue, 4:30p-5:30p
8-14
San José Public Library - Almaden
After-School STEaM at Almaden
11/26
Tue, 4:30p-5:30p
8-14
San José Public Library - Almaden
After-School STEaM at Almaden
12/3
Tue, 4:30p-5:30p
8-14
San José Public Library - Almaden

Drop in every Tuesday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure.

Aug. 27 - One star, Two stars, Red star, Blazar: The Universe’s Strangest Phenomena
Ever been curious about supernovas, bright black holes, and solar flares? We’ll explore how different types of stars evolve into these phenomena through interactive demonstrations and activities. Recommended for grades 3rd to 6th. Lesson by Nurturing Young Mindz Foundation.

Sept. 3 - Origami Jumping Frog
Learn to make an origami jumping frog and see how far yours can jump.

Sept. 10 Magnetic Tile Playground
Build something magnificent with our colorful magnetic tiles.

Sept. 17 - From Fish to Flying Fish: The Story of Evolution
Nature is strange sometimes - from platypuses and narwhals to flying fish. How do species develop such unique features? We’ll delve into the world of evolution through fun examples and hands-on activities where we will step into nature’s shoes and determine what works best to survive! Recommended for grades 4th to 6th. Lesson by Nurturing Young Mindz Foundation.

Sept. 24 - Domino Effect
Create a chain reaction of falling dominoes.

Oct. 8 - Newton's Laws: The Forces Awaken
How can astronauts float around forever in space? Why do you jerk forward when the car hits the brakes? Discover Isaac Newton’s 3 laws and participate in hands-on activities to learn about the forces that govern the universe! Recommended for grades 2nd to 5th. Lesson by Nurturing Young Mindz Foundation.

Oct. 15 - World of Goo: Chemistry of Slime
Learn about chemical bonds by making your own batch of slime.

Oct. 22 - Logic Games
Work individually or in teams to solve a variety of logic puzzles.

Oct. 29 - From Cloud of Dust to Solar System
Explore the solar system from its very beginnings to learn how dust turned into stars, planets, asteroids, and everything in between! Understand the science behind it all through hands-on activities and models. Recommended for grades 3rd to 5th. Lesson by Nurturing Young Mindz Foundation.

Nov. 5 - TBD
Nov. 12 - TBD

Nov. 19 - Science of Flight
Learn about the science of flight through fun hands-on activities! See your own models take flight! Recommended for grades 3rd to 5th. Lesson by Nurturing Young Mindz Foundation.

Nov. 26 - TBD

Dec. 3 - Ozobot Maze Runner
Use color codes to program your ozobot to navigate a maze.

Most sessions are appropriate for ages 8-14 but please check each session description. Adults welcome, but not required.

Free. Tickets will be distributed starting 60 minutes before the program.

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This activity is presented by San José Library and scheduled to take place on Tuesday 12/3 from 4:30p-5:30p at San José Public Library - Almaden. For more information, click "Participate" to visit the website of San José Library.

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