Discover how to create illustrations through Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator while learning the similarities and differences between the two applications. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri. Registration required. Grades 6-12.

Design and build a champion mousetrap car! Explore physics and engineering concepts such as torque energy and inertia to maximize speed and distance - all the way to the finish line! Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri.

The brain is a powerful yet mysterious organ that is waiting to tell you its secrets.

Enhance your math savvy to improve your SAT score! Relieve test anxiety by taking practice tests in a low-risk environment and gain full comprehension of what to expect on test day.

Do you find product advertisements vague and confusing? Don't get mad - put the products to the test utilizing the scientific method. Hone your science and research skills while comparing product claims.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive judgment-free class that includes stories music and movement in a small group. Ages 3-5 with adult.

Ages 2-3 with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories songs and activities for children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Stories baby games musical activities and play time. Ages infant-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.

Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive judgment-free class that includes stories music and movement in a small group. Ages 3-5 with adult.

Learn how to use Blender an open-source 3D design program. Create virtual spaces that when rendered properly give the illusion of photographic representation.

Are you passionate about the environment? Analyze the effects of human industrialization on the local environment and ecosystem by analyzing air water and soil for various natural and artificial pollutants.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free lunch & non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive.

Prerequisite: Recommend taking Wonders of Chemical Reactions 1 ñ 3 Periodic Build or familiar with General Chemistry concepts. Study the structure and properties reactions of organic compounds and organic materials.

Learn how the digital single lens reflex camera is engineered to utilize part of the electromagnetic spectrum we call visible light. Obtain hands on experience using a DSLR camera and learn numerous picture-taking techniques.

Learn the basics of programming in Python! Create games interactive programs and anything else you want. Absolutely no experience required -- you'll learn how to program a basic game in the first class!

Play with toys and new friends and enjoy music developing cognitive motor and social skills. (May include sensory play activities with contact to household materials containing potential allergens.) Ages 2-5 years with adult.

Are you taking Algebra 1 this fall? Review Pre-Algebra skills and get a preview. Get a head start on the PARCC assessment that you will take at the end of the course. Graphing calculators recommended. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri.

Analyze and deconstruct computers to find out what is really behind the pretty screen. Explore the inner workings of a computer. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri. Registration required. Grades 9-12 only.

Explore engineering in a new light! Discover various principles and fundamentals of engineering and test your knowledge through a variety of challenges and experiments. Register once for all five sessions Mon-Fri. Registration required.

Discover the basics of Java a class-based object-oriented language used to design applications. Learn data and expressions using classes and objects conditionals and loops. Create programming projects each day based on the topics covered.

Ready to take your Photoshop skills to the next level? Create fire lightning and fireworks from scratch. Use filters blending modes and actions to integrate your creations into existing background images and enhance your final products.

Feeling crabby? Come explore the amazing scientific concepts that make the Chesapeake Bay unique.

Dance to the hits of the 80s in a judgment-free zone. Dressing up is optional. Having fun is mandatory. Ages 11-18. <i>If you would like a reminder for this class please provide an email address.</i>

Do you enjoy drawing and sketching? Join us for an hour of self-guided sketching time where you can work on shading and perspective. Choose from a variety of subjects and bring your materials or use ours. Ages 11-15.

Youth ages 18 years and younger. Free non-perishable afternoon snacks. Must be present to receive.

Grades 4-8. Discussions and activities about previous state award nominees. Copies available for borrowing by registered participants at the Central Children's Research Desk. Jun 19: <i>Escape from Mr.

For children entering Kindergarten this fall; 45- 60 min. Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day including boarding a real school bus.

Stories and music just before bedtime. Pajamas teddy bears and blankets welcome. All ages; 30 min. Ticket required.

Complete an arts and craft project such as art mosaics watercolor painting or knitting. All supplies provided. Ages 9-13. Allow 30 mins. Ticket required.

Borrow a cookbook authored by the evening's featured chef or of the cooking topic and prepare a few recipes at home. Discuss the chef or topic recipes food markets and gadgets. Refreshments. Register for each date separately.

Book discussion 3rd Wednesdays; 7 - 8:30 pm.

Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.