Project NexTech

08/28/2026

We are once again hosting a FREE Intro to Science Fair bootcamp with GSDSEF! It is designed for those interested in participating in the 2027 Greater San Diego Engineering and Science Fair!

In this series of 4 workshops, students will plan, strategize, create, present, and reflect on a science or engineering project of their choice! Throughout the sessions, they will receive feedback on their successes and ways to improve from seasoned GSDSEF volunteers!

Details:
- Designed for students in grades 6-10.
- At Francis Parker School in San Diego, California.
- Dates: Wednesdays September 2 and 9 and Saturdays September 5 and 12
- Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM (Wednesdays) and 10 AM - 12:00 PM (Saturdays)
- This program, as always, is completely free of charge and open to all!

SIGN UP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfr5Z_5WT-KN6P6HFBczgENCQJK5ulYnyUrkPi_QWcXpGxqaQ/viewform

See you there!

08/24/2026

It’s almost time for another series of Maker Space workshops, this time at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library!

In this FREE 6-session course, elementary-aged students will learn engineering fundamentals and apply these to projects! They will get the chance to build a variety of structures, such as bridges, cranes, and towers, and test them, too!

Key Details:
- Designed for students in grades 2-4.
- At Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library in San Diego, California.
- Time: 4:15-5:30 PM
- Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and October 7 (all Wednesdays)
- No prior experience is needed!
- This program, as always, is completely free of charge and open to all!

SIGN UP: MakerSpace Workshops w/Project NexTech | San Diego Public Library

Walk-ins are also welcome!

We hope to see you there!

Visit our website projectnextech.org to learn more!

08/22/2026

Project NexTech is expanding to Cleveland, Ohio with a fast-approaching Maker Space Workshops series!

In this FREE 6-session course, elementary-aged students will learn engineering fundamentals and apply these to projects! They will get the chance to build a variety of structures, such as bridges, cranes, and towers, and test them, too!

Key Details:
- Designed for students in grades 2-4.
- At Jefferson Library in Cleveland, Ohio
- Time: 4:15-5:45 PM.
- Dates: September 3, 4 , 10, 11, 17, 18
- No prior experience is needed!
- This program, as always, is completely free of charge and open to all!

Be on the lookout for the signup link coming soon!

Walk-ins are also welcome!

08/13/2026

Project NexTech is hosting another series of [1.1] Maker Space Workshops, this time at Linda Vista Library!

In this FREE 6-week series, elementary-aged students will learn engineering fundamentals such as tension and force and apply these to projects! They will get the chance to build a variety of structures, such as bridges, cranes, and towers, and test them, too!

Key Details:
- Designed for students in grades 2-4.
- At Linda Vista Library in central San Diego, California.
- Time: 2:00-3:30 PM. *The last two programs (October 24 and November 14) are from 3:00 - 4:30 PM.
- Dates: Saturdays August 29, September 5, September 12, October 10, October 24, November 14
- No prior experience is needed!
- This program, as always, is completely free of charge and open to all!

SIGN UP HERE: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=337189

08/05/2026

Join Project NexTech at an upcoming series of 4 Intro to Science Fair workshops in partnership with the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair.

Students will plan, strategize, create, present, and reflect on a science or engineering project of their choice! Throughout the sessions, they will receive feedback on success and ways to improve.

Key Details:
- Designed for students in grades 6-10.
- At Chula Vista Middle School in southern San Diego, California.
- Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
- Dates: August 18, 20, 25, 27.

SIGN UP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzdVordI5mYhj0fo9wxENKxWCEhJMK8XJzQRzTR46l5NGzTA/viewform

07/31/2026

Our fan-favorite program, [1.1] Maker Space Workshops, is back and better than ever!

This four-week FREE engineering workshop will cover topics such as the strongest shapes, force, motion, tension, and more! These subjects will be demonstrated and tested with endless hands-on activities where students get the chance to design, build, and test their unique ideas!

Details:
- Designed for students in grades 2-4.
- At the 4S Ranch Branch Library in northern San Diego, California.
- Time: 4:30-6:00 PM
- Dates: Thursdays, August 13, 20, 27, and September 3.
- No experience is needed!
- All necessary materials will be provided free of charge.

SIGN UP: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a6be959c7e02e3d006cd895

Walk-ins are also welcome!

07/30/2026

The first day of our new program, [5.4] Natural Sciences Workshops was a success! Students discovered the concept of osmosis using potatoes as a way to visualize it! They also practiced dissecting flowers to learn about why each specific part is necessary.

Thank you so much to San Ysidro Library!

This program is part of our Natural Sciences curriculum.

Interested in becoming a volunteer? Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/6yHhgpC

07/15/2026

Free San Diego event coming up! ⭐️

Our brand-new course, Natural Sciences Workshops, debuts next week! Students will get a sample of each of our Natural Sciences courses (Biology, Chemistry, and Earth Sciences) throughout a 6-week series!

This course is filled with a variety of hands-on activities relating to each unique topic, designed for elementary-aged students (see below). Some activities include flower dissection, DIY hand sanitizer, and slime!

Quick details:
- Designed for kids (going into) grades 3-5.
- at San Ysidro Library in southern San Diego, California.
- Time: 4:30 - 6:30 PM
- Dates: July 20 and 27, August 4 and 25, September 21 and 28

Students do not need past experience to attend!

SIGN UP: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=374973
—> walk-ins are also welcome!

06/01/2026

Don’t forget to sign up for our one-time environment-themed Maker Space Workshop!

Here are some details:
- This class was designed for students in grades 2-5
- This class will take place at College-Rolando Library in eastern San Diego, California
- It will be on Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 12 PM - 2 PM
- No prior experience is needed!

SIGN UP: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=331834

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05/30/2026

Don’t forget to sign up for our next Maker Space Workshop this Thursday! Use this link: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=331834

Join Project NexTech for a one-time Maker Space Workshop! It includes a variety of hands-on activities like marshmallow and spagehti tower-building (pictured), marble run creation, and more, giving students an introduction to engineering concepts and a chance to have fun! This class will be especially focused on sustainability and reducing waste!

Details:
- This class was designed for students in grades 2-5
- This class will take place at College-Rolando Library in eastern San Diego, California
- It will be on Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 12 PM - 2 PM

No prior experience is needed! Share this post with someone you think would be interested!

SIGN UP: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=331834

This program is part of our Engineering Curriculum.

Interested in becoming a volunteer? Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/6yHhgpC