June is here and what better way to kick off this fabulous month than with some fabulous Chicago STEM events!
Need another reason to celebrate? How about Frank Lloyd Wright’s birthday?
STEM Birthday Parties in Chicago
Do you have a child who’s mad about science? Crazy for coding? A master at making cool things? Then this is the party guide for you! These Chicago-area party places have got it going on. Kids can build robots, carve custom keychains, climb to the treetops, make 3D prints or code computer games or apps.
Chicago Theatre and Fine Arts for Families
Not only is Chicago home to many world-class museums, but our city has a thriving arts scene. From Broadway plays to opera, music, dance, and, of course, improv comedy, there’s no shortage of family-friendly cultural offerings available to broaden one’s horizons.
All STEM and no STEAM (STEM + Arts) can make life a drag. The STEM Kids Chicago team gets occasional invitations to preview local shows and we use this space to share the ones we think your tweens and older kids will enjoy (especially if your child has a Teen Arts Pass). Here’s what’s coming up!
Northwestern Center for Talent Development
The Northwestern Center for Talent Development (CTD) provides a wide range of programs and services to identify and serve gifted students, as well as a few resources to support their parents. They offer real-life enrichment and academic classes at a few sites around the Chicago area and they offer online classes, as well.
CTD is gearing up for their annual conference for gifted kids and their parents, Opportunities for the Future. [Read more…]
Choose Your Own Chicago STEM Adventure for May!
There are loads of outdoor events this weekend, but a few good reasons to stay inside, too. We have great Chicago STEM adventures available for you.
May 11 is World Migratory Bird Day! Here’s our favorite book (affiliate link) for aspiring young birders. It’s entertaining and instructive for grown-ups, too. Find birding and other awesome events below. And remember, we’ve got a guide to May’s coolest events, like this weekend’s opening of the Bridge Museum, here.
Experience the Best of Chicago STEM Events for May!
Whether you like the tech side of STEM or gravitate more toward the nature side of things, this week has the best Chicago STEM events just waiting for you! In fact, we have a whole month of fun planned out in our May Guide to STEM and STEAM Fun.
What to Do in Chicago in May for STEM and STEAM Fun
We’re always looking for new ways to help parents raise awesome STEM-loving, Maker-friendly kids, so in addition to our awesome event calendar, we’re going to offer a preview of the month to come. We’ll go full STEAM ahead, of course, including a few events that are uniquely Chicago, add a dash of culture, or tap into the nerdy fun that our readers and their families enjoy.
What to Do for STEM Fun in Chicago: May 2019
A-MAY-zing Chicago STEM Activities for May
The April showers have brought early May flowers–and amazing Chicago STEM activities as well, like free museum days for local residents. There’s a ton of fun to be had this weekend! [Read more…]
Get the Scoop on the New Exhibit at MSI
What’s new at MSI? We’re excited to provide a peek at the newest exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. Everyone in Chicago recognizes MSI as a dynamic institution. They provide world-class exhibits and with an eye toward creating and hosting memorable interactive exhibits.
The new exhibit, Wired to Wear, opened in late March 2019 and will run through May 2020, is the first-ever exhibit dedicated to the future of wearable technology. Delving far beyond fitness trackers, the exhibit explores how our clothing is becoming infused with tools that make us stronger, smarter, and healthier.
Exciting Chicago STEM Experiences for April
This week is just jam-packed with exciting Chicago STEM experiences for April. You will definitely want to mark your calendars so you don’t miss a single one!
It’s Earth Day weekend, so check out our many suggestions to help you celebrate around Chicagoland! [Read more…]