Join us for Remake Learning Days, a celebration of innovative learning! At this festival, you can make, code, play and tinker at many learning spaces like schools, libraries, museums, outdoor play spaces, and more. Between May 2-22, 2024, there will be many free events across southwestern PA, including 16 events in Edgewood and Swissvale. Learn more about these great events in your own backyard:
TechXpo: Xperiencing Careers of the Future
Apr 19, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (EST)
Did you know that Manufacturing, Robotics, Virtual Reality, AI and Coding are part of the new Industry 4.0? TechWorks is offering learners the chance to take a peek at career opportunities of the future and learn how they all relate.
Apr 22, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (EST)
Children discover the world around them through poetry and prose.
Squonk in the Neighborhood 2024
Apr 27, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (EST)
"Squonk in the Neighborhood Libraries" leaders T-Funk and Lindsey will explore the
science of sound and the rhythms and joy of music via the "Sonic Science" workshop.
Grow With Me Mother's Day Event
May 3, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm (EST)
Celebrating one of the most important people to us all – our Moms! In this workshop, kids 3 and up can make something special for mom by painting a pot just for her and planting a bloom that shows their love for her is always growing. The event is FREE and includes all supplies.
May 4, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (EST)
This family-friendly workshop will teach adults & kids ages 7 how to take photos on mobile devices and transform them into physical art they can take home with them.
No Sew DIY: Grocery / Reusable bag
May 4, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (EST)
Participants will learn how to upcycle an old t-shirt into a reusable bag
May 11, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (EST)
Climbing to New Heights: A family-friendly event offering free access to thrilling activities such as upper and lower courses, 160-ft zip line, climbing wall, stories from Carnegie Library of Homestead, and hands-on construction of zip lines or bridges for endless fun!
Upcoming Local Events
May 11, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (EST)
Join Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media Papermaker/Teaching Artist Katy DeMent to create your own unique archival collage without glue!
World Migratory Bird Day at Frick Environmental Center
May 11, 2024 @ 7:00 am - 12:00 pm (EST)
World Migratory Bird Day is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats--come to the Environmental Center for a morning of bird-related hikes and activities.
Let's Grow! Build your own Vegetable Planter!
May 16, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm (EST)
Create your own vegetable container garden with our MUSA team and friends at the Amity Community Garden!
VEX GO Ocean Science Exploration Competition
May 17, 2024 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm (EST)
Third, fourth, and fifth grade finalists from all three elementary schools in Woodland Hills School District will compete head to head to crown a grade level VEX GO Champion!
May 17, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm (EST)
BootUp will explore empower the next generation of designers with through a BootUp workshop for Black Youth to learn the fundamentals hands on
We're Taking Off! Build Your Own Flying Machine
May 18, 2024 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (EST)
Use your imagination to plan, design, and build your own flying machine!
May 18, 2024 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (EST)
Step into nature with L&E. Spend the afternoon exploring nature & getting crafty! Design your own pots, plant flowers, build birdhouses, read stories, and much more!
Caregivers and the PA STEELS Standards: What will science class look and sound like?
May 21, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm (EST)
Caregivers. Join us to experience what science can look and feel like for your learners as Pennsylvania teachers transition to updated science standards under the recently adopted PA STEELS.
Pogopalooza 2024: Big Air, Tech, Kids Bounce Off Comp
Jun 22, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm (EST)
Pogopalooza is the Biggest Pogo Stick Event on the Planet. Combining thrilling competition with free family-friendly fun, this event is truly a one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you in awe. Learn how to pogo and show your skills in the "15 and Under Bounce Off" competition.
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To learn more about Remake Learning Days and the 350 fun and FREE events across southwestern PA, visit us at https://remakelearningdays.org/southwesternpa/. Families with kids of all ages can easily find hands-on learning activities. Build robots, create art, try new technology, enjoy outdoor learning and more. You can filter events by recommended age, learning themes (arts, maker, science, tech, outdoor learning and youth voice), date and cost. (The majority of events are free!) Students can also earn a Career Ready PA badge from the PA Department of Education at select events. Let's explore, wonder and learn together.
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