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Summer Programs for 2024

Week of July 22, 2024

Mythical Creatures

In our day-to-day lives, we see many different creatures, however, when we watch movies or delve into our imaginations, we can picture animals that are beyond the normal, known as mythical creatures. Mythical creatures come from mythology and folklore....

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Week of July 22, 2024

Track Car Physics

This week is all about experimentation. Start by building a car that can carry varying amounts of weight. How does adding or removing weight change the speed and distance the car travels? Make predictions and record your hypotheses. Can you design a ca...

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Week of July 22, 2024

Connecticut Bridges

Connecticut Bridges: In Collaboration with Preservation Connecticut

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Week of July 22, 2024

Natural Dyes: A Fibers Workshop

This camp is all about natural color! Learn about plant-based dye with artist and designer Isa Rodriguez. Harvest material from local plants to create eco-prints. Use marigold flowers to create warm yellows. Use madder roots to make vibrant reds. Buil...

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Week of July 22, 2024

Skate & Create

This camp is all about skateboarding. Learn how skateboards are made–starting with the trees we harvest to craft them. Design your very own skateboard shape and graphics. Learn how to use basic tools and image making techniques to convert your design...

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