Girls In STEAM Workshop

Showings

STEM Labs Sat, Oct 19, 2024 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Nov 9, 2024 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Nov 30, 2024 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Dec 21, 2024 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Jan 11 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Feb 1 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Feb 22 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Apr 5 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Apr 26 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, May 17 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Jun 7 1:00 PM
STEM Labs Sat, Oct 11 1:00 PM
Oct. 11, 2025 - Jurassic Mechanics Dinosaurs ruled the Earth millions of years ago—but what if they could walk among us again? Girls will explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs and learn how paleontologists uncover secrets of the past. After excavating a fossil and designing a dinosaur, girls will use Sphero robots to traverse "Jurassic Park".
STEM Labs Sat, Oct 25 1:00 PM
Oct, 25, 2025 - Edible Experiments Discover the delicious science behind your favorite foods! From fluffy pancakes to gooey cookies, every delicious bite starts with a scientific reaction. Through fun experiments and tasty treats, girls will explore how Chemistry plays a role in making the foods we eat.
STEM Labs Sat, Nov 8 1:00 PM
Nov. 8, 2025 -Feeling Artsy - Think Math and Art don't mix? Think again! Girls will explore the surprising ways that mathematics and art connect—revealing patterns, shapes, and structures that fuel both creativity and logic. You'll leave this workshop with artwork that demonstrates artistic expression and mathematical thinking.
STEM Labs Sat, Dec 13 1:00 PM
Dec. 13, 2025 - "Bling" in the Holidays Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Create your own unique piece of this jewelry in this activity where geology meets art. Girls will practice using a rock hammer to crack open and reveal geodes like a geologist and then transform them into a beautiful piece of jewelry!
STEM Labs Sat, Jan 10, 2026 1:00 PM
Jan. 10, 2026 - Breaking News Lights, camera, ACTION! Girls will use green screen effects to create dynamic and engaging news segments. We will write, report, and produce our own stories, ready for TV. With assistance from an industry professional, girls will learn tech tricks that make TV magic happen.
STEM Labs Sat, Feb 14, 2026 1:00 PM
Feb. 14, 2026 - Cosmetic Chemistry Ever wondered what’s really inside your favorite lip balm, lotion, or makeup? This fun and interactive workshop is designed especially for girls who love makeup, skincare, and all things creative! Girls will explore the scientific method and get hands-on making their own natural cosmetics.
STEM Labs Sat, Feb 28, 2026 1:00 PM
Feb. 28, 2026 - Pixel Perfect You'll be amazed at what you create by the end of the workshop! From branding, to logos, and visual identities—graphic design encompasses so much of what we see online today! Girls will be guided through the creative process of designing for both fun and function.
STEM Labs Sat, Mar 14, 2026 1:00 PM
March 14, 2026 - Life Under the Microscope Through hands-on activities, microscope investigations, and interactive discussions, girls will learn about cell structure, function, and specialization. We will explore the hidden world of cells, the building blocks of all living things, and investigate how microscopic science is used by healthcare professionals every day.
STEM Labs Sat, Apr 11, 2026 1:00 PM
April 11, 2026 - Sketch to Screen We love watching cartoons... but have you ever tried making them? We will create our own stop motion animations and learn about the Technology & Art that goes into making our favorite cartoons. We will even watch our creations on the big screen!
STEM Labs Sat, Apr 25, 2026 1:00 PM
April 25, 2026 - The Final Frontier Explore our Solar System in this out-of-this-world program! Girls will step into the role of aerospace engineers, designing and building model rocks for space travel. Using the Universe Sandbox application, we will explore our Solar System and beyond as we uncover the wonders of space.
STEM Labs Sat, May 9, 2026 1:00 PM
May 9, 2026 - Day at the Amusement Park Let’s take a trip to the amusement park or… Whitaker Center’s Innovation Zone? Girls will learn about the physics of popular rides, like roller coasters, while designing their own theme park using the computer application Roller Coaster Tycoon.
STEM Labs Sat, May 30, 2026 1:00 PM
May 30, 2026 - Beneath the Leaves Dig into the world of Ecology! Girls will explore different types of plants and how to care for them using water, nutrients, and sunlight. We will design decorative pots to keep our plants in to take home. Along the way, we will discuss the diversity in plant life we see here in PA!

Description

Join us for workshops designed for girls in 3rd - 8th grade who will participate in activities that connect with real-world applications of STEAM through design, programming, coding, engineering, and more. Participants will be able to explore all aspects of STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math - to see what interests them.


Any questions or concerns can be directed to education@whitakercenter.org.


Please Note: Science Center exploration before your workshop is NOT included in the price of your workshop