Make It!
Experience innovative Think Tank workshops that give youth makers ages 9-14 the opportunity to build new skills and get creative with tools and technology in a project-based and challenging environment! Design, build, and take home your own creations!
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Classroom Size: Limited to 10 participants
Cost: $30/Member, $35/Not-Yet Member
Register: Online (see button below) or call (517) 485-8116, ext. 132
After Registering: Please fill out this emergency release form. Thank you!
2021 Workshop Schedule
Screen Printing
Saturday, March 13
In this workshop, participants will create their own screen printing stencils and use them to customize clothing and other accessories! Some fabrics and materials to print on will be provided, but learners are invited to bring their own clean items from home to screen print as well.
Science Concepts and Making Techniques:
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Stenciling
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Design
Mini Solar Cars
Saturday, April 17th
Let's celebrate Earth Day and take a closer look at energy of the future by making a solar car. Participants will learn the importance of gears, axles, and more in this solar-powered workshop!
Science Concepts and Making Techniques:
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Solar power
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Circuitry
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Engineering
Stained Glass Mosaics
Saturday, May 15th
In this workshop, participants will use acrylic paint to stain glass, and then use the glass to create their own framed mosaics.
Science Concepts and Making Techniques:
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Glass cutting
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Spatial design
