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.

 

June

Food Art
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Register Here
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

Join a fun-filled class where kids blend creativity and culinary skills! This course encourages young chefs to express their artistry through delicious, colorful, and imaginative dishes. This course combines cooking techniques with artistic flare to inspire confidence and a love for food. This is an in-person program.

July

Squishy Circuits
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
North University Community Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5) 

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

Game Jam Jr. 2025 (South)
Monday, July 14, 2025 - Friday, July 18, 2025 |  3:00 - 4:30 p.m.| Register Here
Paradise Hills Library| Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

Ever wonder what it takes to make a video game? In this 5-day program, students will learn the basics of video game development and design using the Scratch programming language to build their own games. No experience necessary. Registration required.

Cochineal & Natural Dyes
Monday, July 21, 2025 |  2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Register Here
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library| Elementary/Middle School (Grades 3 - 7)

Explore the science behind natural dyes! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about the cochineal and other natural dyes, while gaining an understanding of chemistry.

Game Jam 2025 (North)
Monday, July 28, 2025 - Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mira Mesa Library |  Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) 

Dive into the world of video games! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate to make your own game. No experience required. Registration required.

Automobile Design
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Rancho Peñasquitos Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

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.

August

Science of Tortillas
Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista 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.

Little Tech Lab | Taste of Technology
Monday, August 18, 2025 |  4:00 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Middle School (Grades 5-7)

Explore what makes the tech world run! In this hands-on program, participants will learn how algorithms, design thinking, and wire framing work while creating their own prototype in Canva. Registration is encouraged.

Automobile Design
Tuesday, August 19, 2025 |  6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5) 

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.

Cochineal & Natural Dyes
Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

Explore the science behind natural dyes! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about the cochineal and other natural dyes, while gaining an understanding of chemistry.

September

Squishy Circuits
Monday, September 8, 2025 - Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Mira Mesa Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5)

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

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.