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Build a Mechanical Hand
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Inspired by author Hiromu Arakawa, visit The Shop to use cardboard and other recycled and consumable materials to design and build mechanical hand. In 2001, Hiromu Arakawa created “Fullmetal Alchemist,” a Japanese manga series. This series has sold over 64 million volumes worldwide. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Plastics
One event on November 13, 2022 at 12:30 pm
One event on February 5, 2023 at 12:30 pm
One event on March 5, 2023 at 12:30 pm
One event on April 9, 2023 at 12:30 pm
One event on May 28, 2023 at 12:30 pm
One event on August 12, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on August 13, 2023 at 12:30 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of a variety of plastics. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Yarn
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to create nearly anything you can imagine out of yarn, ribbon, twine, mason line, and more! Learn to make t-shirt yarn and try other techniques like weaving, crochet, knitting, and macramé. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young…
Find out more »Fabric Monster Fish
Reno, NV 89501 United States
In honor of the debut of Monster Fish: In Seach of the Last River Giants, visit The Shop to create a monster fish of your very own. Using a variety of fabrics, batting, hot glue and fabric glue, you can create a cozy monster fish that’s yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Fabric Monster Fish
Reno, NV 89501 United States
In honor of the debut of Monster Fish: In Seach of the Last River Giants, visit The Shop to create a monster fish of your very own. Using a variety of fabrics, batting, hot glue and fabric glue, you can create a cozy monster fish that’s yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Build a Boat
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to design and build your own version of a nautical vessel. Using a selection of buoyant materials and a variety of tools, you can create a boat and then test its seaworthiness. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Build a Boat
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to design and build your own version of a nautical vessel. Using a selection of buoyant materials and a variety of tools, you can create a boat and then test its seaworthiness. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Cardboard
One event on April 16, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on May 7, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on June 11, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on June 28, 2023 at 11:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of cardboard. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Washi Tape Sculptures
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create a sculpture using decorative Washi tape. Combine wire and a wooden base to create an armature to then layer various Washi tape designs on to create nearly anything you can imagine. Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Washi Tape Sculptures
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create a sculpture using decorative Washi tape. Combine wire and a wooden base to create an armature to then layer various Washi tape designs on to create nearly anything you can imagine. Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Wood
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of wood. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »DIY Recycled Flowers
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create an artistic representation of a beautiful flower. Using wood and a variety of other materials, you can create a vibrant spring flower. What you make is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »DIY Recycled Flowers
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create an artistic representation of a beautiful flower. Using wood and a variety of other materials, you can create a vibrant spring flower. What you make is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Plastics
One event on November 13, 2022 at 11:30 am
One event on February 5, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on March 5, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on April 9, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on May 28, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on August 12, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on August 13, 2023 at 11:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of a variety of plastics. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Cardboard
One event on April 16, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on May 7, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on June 11, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on June 28, 2023 at 11:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of cardboard. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »What Makes Us Human?
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join scientists from the American Association of Biological Anthropologists to talk about the biology and behavior of humans, primates, and human ancestors. They will have casts of bones from apes, monkeys, and extinct fossil species for visitors to examine, and spur questions and conversation. They will also be happy to talk about scientific careers, and what research is like in the lab or the field. All ages are welcome! The American Association of Biological Anthropologists, or AABA, is the world’s…
Find out more »Mixed Media Monsters
Reno, NV 89501 United States
In this activity in The Shop, you can create a scary mixed-media beast. Using a variety of tools and a combination of materials like cardboard, cups, fabric, wood, and more, you can create your own mixed-media monster! Best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »NAPA Car Care Day
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Get under the hood at The Discovery! Motor on down to The Discovery for a day filled with hands-on automotive themed activities for car enthusiasts of every age. Join experts from NAPA AutoCare Centers to explore the inner workings of automobiles and the systems that make them go, turn and stop. Here are some of the exciting things happening on this special day:
Find out more »Recycle Upcycle
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of Recyclable Materials. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials in this space safely.
Find out more »DIY Marble Run
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to build a midway classic. Using available tools and materials, you can build a classic marble run game to challenge yourself or your family and friends! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Fabric
One event on April 30, 2023 at 12:30 pm
One event on May 21, 2023 at 12:30 pm
One event on August 26, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on August 27, 2023 at 12:30 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools like a sewing machine, hot glue and fabric glue to create nearly anything you can imagine out of fabric. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »May the 4th Be With You
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Celebrate Star Wars Day when you create your own light saber handle in The Shop. Using sections of PVC pipe and a variety of decorations, create your own customized light saber base and the use the force in the battle against the darkness. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Open Build: Cardboard
One event on April 16, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on May 7, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on June 11, 2023 at 11:30 am
One event on June 28, 2023 at 11:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Hands-on gets serious in The Shop! In this material-specific session of Open Build, you’ll use real tools to build nearly anything you can imagine out of cardboard. Best of all, what you create is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
Find out more »Do-it-Yourself Pet Toy
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join our friends from the Nevada Humane Society for a project in The Shop that will have your pooch or kitty wanting more! Using a variety of materials, you’ll create your choice of a toy for your favorite dog or cat. Your furry friends will thank you. And, best of all, what you make is yours to keep! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can cause injury if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young…
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