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Drone Academy

Take to the skies with CoDrones! In this 5-week afterschool club, children in grades 5–8 will learn the basics of drone flight and coding through hands-on missions and challenges. Each week, participants will explore flight dynamics, program flight paths, and tackle obstacle courses while building skills in problem-solving, coding, and teamwork. By the end of the club, participants will have the confidence to pilot and program their own drone missions! *NOTE: This club is generously funded by PECO and requires only a $25 reservation fee!

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 5
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Ticket fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire!


The Fab Lab's after-school clubs offer a fun opportunity for students to engage in computer science and digital fabrication. 


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Monday 09 March 5:30 PM

Fab Lab Open Studio Time

Open Studio is a drop-in time at the Fab Lab where learners of all ages can explore what the Fab Lab has to offer. Participants can engage with hands-on activities like robotics, esports, engineering challenges, and creative making. This open environment encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration while providing a safe, supervised space to tinker, experiment, and try new things. Open Studio is perfect for kids looking to explore, learn, and choose activities that interest them.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Fab Lab Open Studio Time - View Event Details
Friday 13 March 5:30 PM

Maker Workshop with Laser Engraving

Explore hands-on making through a series of creative laser-cut projects during this 5-week Saturday workshop. Each week focuses on assembling, customizing, and personalizing a new laser-cut build such as puzzles, bird boxes, games, or decorative designs. Using a variety of materials, participants will practice problem-solving, careful construction, and creative design while learning how digital fabrication is used in real-world making. Each session is designed to be engaging, accessible, and fun, with a finished project to take home each week.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


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Friday 13 March 5:30 PM

Maker Mania

Get ready to design, build, and innovate at Maker Mania! From building the tallest paper tower to creating a mini catapult or designing a bridge that can hold weight, participants will practice problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking while exploring STEAM concepts. This STEAM Saturday is full of invention, creativity, and opportunities to experiment, tinker, and have fun with hands-on engineering challenges.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Maker Mania - View Event Details
Saturday 14 March 9:30 AM

AgriTech Explorers

This session is part of the Fab Lab's Career Exploration Program for Middle School students! Through the Certify-ED Agricultural Science pathway, kids discover how innovation powers modern farming and sustainability. Using VR simulations on Meta Quest 3, they’ll explore high-tech agricultural systems and learn how science and technology feed the world. *This program is grant funded and requires only a $5 reservation fee!

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 5
DATE: **Day of Week** [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate]
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Ticket fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire!


The Fab Lab's after-school clubs offer a fun opportunity for students to engage in computer science and digital fabrication. After-School clubs are now 8 weeks long and each meeting is unique with new and exciting content.


AgriTech Explorers - View Event Details
Saturday 14 March 10:00 AM

Fab Lab Open Studio Time

Open Studio is a drop-in time at the Fab Lab where learners of all ages can explore what the Fab Lab has to offer. Participants can engage with hands-on activities like robotics, esports, engineering challenges, and creative making. This open environment encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration while providing a safe, supervised space to tinker, experiment, and try new things. Open Studio is perfect for kids looking to explore, learn, and choose activities that interest them.

[Teaser]



WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Fab Lab Open Studio Time - View Event Details
Friday 20 March 5:30 PM

Fab Lab Open Studio Time

Open Studio is a drop-in time at the Fab Lab where learners of all ages can explore what the Fab Lab has to offer. Participants can engage with hands-on activities like robotics, esports, engineering challenges, and creative making. This open environment encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration while providing a safe, supervised space to tinker, experiment, and try new things. Open Studio is perfect for kids looking to explore, learn, and choose activities that interest them.

[Teaser]



WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Fab Lab Open Studio Time - View Event Details
Friday 27 March 5:30 PM

3D Mapping and Digital Storytelling

Kids will build interactive 3D maps using real-world terrain and beginner-friendly mapping tools. They will highlight meaningful places such as their own community, favorite locations, or dream destinations while learning how digital maps are used to tell stories and share information. Kids will also have the opportunity to experiment with animated elements and explore how 3D environments are created for games, simulations, and digital media. This event is generously sponsored by Bentley Systems and CreateAccess and only requires a $5 reservation fee (non-refundable)!

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 5
DATE: **Day of Week** [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate]
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Ticket fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire!


The Fab Lab's after-school clubs offer a fun opportunity for students to engage in computer science and digital fabrication. After-School clubs are now 8 weeks long and each meeting is unique with new and exciting content.


3D Mapping and Digital Storytelling - View Event Details
Saturday 04 April 12:30 PM

Fab Lab Open Studio Time

Open Studio is a drop-in time at the Fab Lab where learners of all ages can explore what the Fab Lab has to offer. Participants can engage with hands-on activities like robotics, esports, engineering challenges, and creative making. This open environment encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration while providing a safe, supervised space to tinker, experiment, and try new things. Open Studio is perfect for kids looking to explore, learn, and choose activities that interest them.

[Teaser]



WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Fab Lab Open Studio Time - View Event Details
Friday 10 April 5:30 PM

Drone Discovery

This session is part of the Fab Lab's Career Exploration Program for Middle School students! Kids will take flight with the Certify-ED Drones curriculum, combining virtual simulations and real-world drone exploration. They’ll learn about flight physics, aerial mapping, and how drone technology is used in careers such as engineering, filmmaking, and environmental monitoring. *This program is grant funded and requires only a $5 reservation fee!

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 6 through 9 
DATE: [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate]
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Ticket fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire!


The Fab Lab's after-school clubs offer a fun opportunity for students to engage in computer science and digital fabrication. After-School clubs are now 8 weeks long and each meeting is unique with new and exciting content.


Drone Discovery - View Event Details
Saturday 11 April 10:00 AM

Fab Lab Open Studio Time

Open Studio is a drop-in time at the Fab Lab where learners of all ages can explore what the Fab Lab has to offer. Participants can engage with hands-on activities like robotics, esports, engineering challenges, and creative making. This open environment encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration while providing a safe, supervised space to tinker, experiment, and try new things. Open Studio is perfect for kids looking to explore, learn, and choose activities that interest them.

[Teaser]



WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Fab Lab Open Studio Time - View Event Details
Friday 17 April 5:30 PM

Game On!

Get ready for a high-energy STEAM Saturday packed with gaming, strategy, and friendly competition. Participants will rotate through exciting esports stations featuring Nintendo Switch favorites like Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, Rocket League, and Minecraft. Along the way, they’ll explore teamwork, problem-solving, digital citizenship, and game strategy while experiencing how gaming connects to technology and future career pathways. Whether racing, building, or battling, it’s game time at the Fab Lab!

[Teaser]



WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Game On! - View Event Details
Saturday 18 April 9:30 AM

Fab Lab First Friday Family Night

Bring the whole family to the Fab Lab for an evening of hands-on STEAM fun! This open-house-style event invites families to explore a variety of interactive stations featuring science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities. Rotate through creative challenges, tinker with tools, and collaborate on projects together while sparking curiosity, teamwork, and a love of learning. Fab Lab First Friday Family Night is a perfect way to connect, experiment, and make memories as a family! This event is part of Remake Learning Days and only requires a $5 (non-refundable) reservation fee (per child)! Note: This is NOT a drop-off event, families must stay with their children.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE:[EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Fab Lab First Friday Family Night - View Event Details
Friday 01 May 5:30 PM

Dash Robot Explorers

Dash is a fun, interactive robot designed to teach coding, creativity, and problem solving. In this hands-on STEAM Saturday experience, participants will code, build, and experiment using Dash and its exciting accessories like the Sketch Kit, Launcher, and building brick connectors. From robot drawing challenges to creative builds and fun coding missions, this session blends technology, creativity, and engineering in an engaging and playful way.

[Teaser]



WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Dash Robot Explorers - View Event Details
Saturday 09 May 9:30 AM

Welding Workshop

This session is part of the Fab Lab's Career Exploration Program for Middle School students! Using the Certify-ED Welding curriculum, kids experience what it’s like to work in fabrication and design. VR simulations on Meta Quest 3 let them safely explore welding techniques, tools, and processes, connecting creativity and precision to modern manufacturing and engineering careers. *This program is grant funded and requires only a $5 reservation fee!

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 6 through 9 
DATE: [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate]
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Ticket fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire!


The Fab Lab's after-school clubs offer a fun opportunity for students to engage in computer science and digital fabrication. After-School clubs are now 8 weeks long and each meeting is unique with new and exciting content.


Welding Workshop - View Event Details
Saturday 09 May 10:00 AM

Into the Metaverse: First Friday VR Fun

Step into a whole new world at the Fab Lab! Our First Friday Virtual Reality Event invites students ages 10 and older to experience the excitement of Meta Quest 3. From games like Gorilla Tag to immersive virtual environments, participants will enjoy a mix of fun, friendly competition, and exploration in VR. This is the perfect chance to try out cutting-edge technology in a safe and supervised setting while hanging out with friends and having a blast.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Kids in grades 1 through 7
DATE: Mondays [EventStartDate] - [EventEndDate] 
TIME: [EventStartTime] - [EventEndTime]
COST: [EventCost]


Registration fees include all instruction, materials, and technology!
*Scholarships may be available - reach out to FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire! 


Into the Metaverse: First Friday VR Fun - View Event Details
Friday 05 June 5:30 PM

Build It!

Get ready to imagine, design, and build! During this action-packed day at the Fab Lab, kids will take on exciting engineering challenges using KEVA Planks, LEGOs, and Strawbees. Working together, they’ll test their ideas, build creative structures, and explore how imagination and problem-solving come to life through making.
Build It! - View Event Details
Tuesday 16 June 8:00 AM

Minecraft Makers

Kids will dive into the world of Minecraft to imagine, build, and explore! Throughout the day, they’ll take on creative building challenges that inspire teamwork, problem-solving, and design thinking. Whether crafting virtual worlds or coding adventures in Minecraft Education, kids will bring their ideas to life one block at a time.
Minecraft Makers - View Event Details
Wednesday 17 June 8:00 AM

Code Quest

Campers will embark on a hands-on coding adventure at the Fab Lab! Using robotics and coding platforms like Scratch, they’ll explore how creativity and logic come together to solve challenges and bring ideas to life. From coding robots to designing digital creations, every activity sparks curiosity and builds problem-solving skills through play and discovery.
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Thursday 18 June 8:00 AM

LEGO Builders

Step into the world of LEGO engineering with LEGO Builders! Campers will tackle exciting building challenges that spark creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. Using a variety of LEGO pieces, campers will design and construct everything from imaginative structures to moving machines, all while exploring engineering concepts and thinking like master builders.

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Monday 22 June 8:00 AM

Code Explorers

Start your coding journey with Code Explorers! Campers will learn the basics of programming through hands-on activities and age-appropriate coding tools like Scratch Jr., Dash, and Sphero robots. Children will explore how to bring characters to life, design simple games, and solve fun challenges. This beginner-friendly experience encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for coding.

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Monday 29 June 8:00 AM

Code Masters

Dive deeper into the world of coding with Code Masters! Campers will tackle fun and challenging projects that blend creativity with logic. Using tools like Scratch, Bloxels, coding robots, and Hummingbirds, campers will design games, program interactive stories, and even bring physical creations to life with sensors and motors.

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Monday 29 June 8:00 AM

Game On: Esports Camp!

Get ready to level up at the Fab Lab with Game On! Esports Camp! Campers of all ages will dive into a week of competitive and collaborative gaming, exploring favorites like Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., Bloxels, and Minecraft. This camp combines fun, strategy, and teamwork with hands-on opportunities to learn game mechanics, practice good sportsmanship, and compete in friendly tournaments.

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Game On: Esports Camp! - View Event Details
Monday 06 July 8:00 AM

Minecraft Builders

Step into the world of Minecraft Education and put your creativity and problem-solving skills to the test! Campers will design, build, and explore using Minecraft’s educational tools, tackling challenges that encourage engineering, architecture, and teamwork. Students will collaborate to construct imaginative worlds, experiment with interactive elements, and bring their ideas to life block by block. Projects are designed for all skill levels, giving every camper the chance to learn, create, and showcase their unique Minecraft creations.

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Monday 13 July 8:00 AM

3D Design Lab

Bring your ideas to life in three dimensions! In 3D Design Lab, campers will explore the world of 3D creation using 3D pens and Tinkercad. Students will learn how to design, model, and bring their digital creations into the physical world, experimenting with shapes, structures, and creative designs. Each day combines hands-on making with digital modeling, encouraging problem-solving, collaboration, and artistic expression.

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Monday 20 July 8:00 AM

Digital Game Designers

Explore the world of game creation with Bloxels! Campers will design, build, and code their own video games using Bloxels’ hands-on board and digital app. Students will create characters, levels, and interactive challenges while learning coding and game design concepts. Each day will include opportunities to test games, refine ideas, and collaborate with peers, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

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Monday 27 July 8:00 AM

Mini Makers Studio

Step into a week of creativity and hands-on fun with Mini Makers Studio! Campers will explore both digital and physical making, using Fab@School Maker Studio to design characters, interactive stories, and simple games, then bringing their ideas to life with cardboard, KEVA planks, and Chomp Saws. Each day blends digital design with tactile building, encouraging problem-solving, collaboration, and imagination.

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Monday 27 July 8:00 AM

Digital Art Camp

Unleash your creativity with Digital Art Camp! Campers will explore the exciting world of digital design using iPads, Apple Pencils, and the Procreate app. Campers will learn techniques like sketching, coloring, layering, and digital painting while creating original artwork, character designs, and imaginative illustrations. Throughout the week, campers will experiment with different styles, try fun mini challenges, and collaborate on group projects, all while building artistic skills and confidence in a digital format.

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Monday 03 August 8:00 AM

Minecraft Explorers

Take your Minecraft Education skills to the next level with Minecraft Explorers! Campers will dive into new worlds, tackle creative challenges, and explore problem-solving through adventure-based projects. From designing obstacle courses and interactive maps to collaborating on storytelling and survival scenarios, students will expand their building, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. This week is all about exploration, experimentation, and discovering new ways to create and play within Minecraft Education.

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Monday 10 August 8:00 AM

STEAM Discovery Week

Celebrate the end of summer with STEAM Discovery Week, a hands-on, all-ages Fab Lab experience! Campers will dive into a mix of robotics, engineering challenges, LEGO building, 3D design, coding, and more, exploring the full range of STEAM activities. Each day offers new challenges and projects that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration.

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Monday 17 August 8:00 AM
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Discounts and Scholarships at the Fab Lab Center

The Fab Lab may have scholarships available. Prior to registering, please email the Fab Lab Center at FabLab@BucksIU.org to inquire if scholarships are available and for complete details.