DiscoverU’s science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) programs get students in grades 3–12 excited to learn and explore new subjects.

These hands-on workshops include computer programming, engineering, geology, and more. Past events have included pop-up planetariums, team design challenges, assembling mini-robots, and coding camps. Events update quarterly.

 

September

Learn Probability with Scratch | Taste of Technology
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 |  4:00 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
Skyline Hills Library | Middle School (Grades 6-7)

Have fun with numbers! Learn about programming concepts and probability while building your own rock, paper, scissors game in Scratch! Registration is encouraged.

Pinata Science
Friday, September 19, 2025 |  4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Balboa Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5) & Middle School (Grades 6 - 7)

Learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas. This is an in-person program.

Pinata Science
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Register Here
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

Learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas. This is an in-person program.

Science of Tortillas
Friday, September 26, 2025 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Register Here
Ocean Beach Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

In this hands-on program, learn about the cultural background of tortilla-making as well as the physical and chemical changes that occur as the dough is formed, pressed, and cooked.

Learn Scratch: Flower Game | Taste of Technology
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Elementary/ Middle School (Grades 5 - 6)

Try your hand at computer programming! Learn the basics of computer programming while creating your own flower catching game in Scratch. Registration is encouraged.

October

Science of Tortillas
Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Balboa Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grade 7)

In this hands-on program, learn about the cultural background of tortilla-making as well as the physical and chemical changes that occur as the dough is formed, pressed, and cooked.

Intro to Python Programming
Monday, October 6 & October 20, 2025 |  4:00 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mira Mesa Library | Balboa Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grade 7)

In this program, participants will gain an understanding of computer programming fundamentals and practice what they have learned using the Python programming language. No prior experience required. This is a two-day series.

Science of Tortillas
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Skyline Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

In this hands-on program, learn about the cultural background of tortilla-making as well as the physical and chemical changes that occur as the dough is formed, pressed, and cooked.

Squishy Circuits
Saturday, October 18, 2025 |  1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore electrical circuit basics, while investigating current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits, in this hands-on program designed to promote inquisitive and creative ideas.

Science of Tortillas
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

In this hands-on program, learn about the cultural background of tortilla-making as well as the physical and chemical changes that occur as the dough is formed, pressed, and cooked.

Intro to Python: Project & Make Art | Taste of Technology
Monday, October 27, 2025 |  4:00 - 6:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mira Mesa Library | Middle School (Grades 6-7) & High School (Grade 9)

Try your hand at Python Programming! Learn the basics of Python while working on a game that integrates math, art, and computer programming. Registration is encouraged.

November

Intro to Python: Project & Make Art | Taste of Technology
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. | Register Here
Skyline Hills Library | Middle School (Grades 6-7) & High School (Grade 9)

Try your hand at Python Programming! Learn the basics of Python while working on a game that integrates math, art, and computer programming. Registration is encouraged.

Automobile Design
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 |  3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Get your imagination flowing and explore the fascinating automobile engineering and design field! Explores the many parts that go into making an automobile work in this course, designed to inform and empower aspiring engineers and designers.

Automobile Design
Saturday, November 15, 2025 |  1:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Get your imagination flowing and explore the fascinating automobile engineering and design field! Explores the many parts that go into making an automobile work in this course, designed to inform and empower aspiring engineers and designers.

Pinata Science
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Register Here
University Heights Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

Learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas. This is an in-person program.

Squishy Circuits
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 |  6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore electrical circuit basics, while investigating current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits, in this hands-on program designed to promote inquisitive and creative ideas.

December

Pinata Science
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

Learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas. This is an in-person program.