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Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 14

Slimescapades! :
 Get ready to get slimy with this super slime-tastic chemistry-based workshop! Make a new slime every day, do experiments to create polymers and other materials, and have a blast with chemical reactions. Come join the messy, slimy side of science fun! Min 8/Max 14

STEAM Sampler (NEW!) : This workshop provides an introduction to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) topics through a sampler of engaging hands-on activities. Children will be introduced to concepts of physics, chemistry, electronics, engineering, art, and mathematics throughout the workshop. Each session includes creating several items using science, for children to keep at the end.! Min 8/Max 14

8-in-1 Solar Robot (NEW!): Build unique robots that are powered by the sun batteries not required! Using a compact solar panel, these cool little bots harness energy from the sun to power an electric motor to get moving. Build a drummer robot that marches along, beating a drum; an armadillo robot that does somersaults; a solar bug that crawls on six legs, and more! Use our free build and robotics kits to create your own designs. Come join us for some robot fun!Min 8/Max 14

Build-A-Thon (NEW!): This workshop is all about building. Learn the basics of the Engineering Design Process by using your own building kit to keep at the end of the week. Use our build kits to create new constructions and challenges each day. Invent and construct your own design using cardboard and other materials while learning to use basic tools. Min 8/Max 14


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STEAM Sampler (NEW!) 
6y - 11y 1 - 5 04/18/2025
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

South Portland Community Center - Activity Room
$98.00 Res, $108.00 Non-Res
 
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8-in-1 Solar Robot (NEW!) 
6y - 11y 1 - 5 TuWThF  04/22/2025 - 04/25/2025
08:30 AM - 12:00 PM

South Portland Community Center - Activity Room
$190.00 Res, $200.00 Non-Res
 
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Build-A-Thon (NEW!) 
6y - 11y 1 - 5 TuWThF  04/22/2025 - 04/25/2025
12:30 PM - 04:00 PM

South Portland Community Center - Activity Room
$190.00 Res, $200.00 Non-Res
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