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.

 

January

Problem Solvers: Food Deserts
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Register Here
Paradise Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Help solve a worldwide issue! In this interactive program, participants will learn about food deserts and the science behind them. Working together, participants will come up with solutions to solve this important issue.

Piñata Science
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to 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.

Automotive Design
Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Register Here
College-Rolando Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

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

Project In A Box
Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Middle School (Grades 7 - 8) & High School (Grades 9 - 12)

Join us for a fun hands-on workshop while you explore various topics in engineering while building a project.

Automotive Design
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 | 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mission Valley Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

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

Squishy Circuits
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
Paradise Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Explore the basics of electrical circuits! Through hands-on activities using components such as batteries, wires, and LEDs, inquisitive participants will investigate current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits.

Game Making
Saturdays, January 24 & January 31, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Experience the thrill of making your very first video game! Students will design a main character, add movement, and create simple challenges--then watch their game come to life.

Tech Time Travelers
Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Skyline Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Explore how technology changed over time -- typewriters, flip phones, and futuristic AI! This workshop blends creativity, real-world connections, discovery, and joyful career exposure to allow learners to explore future possibilities in a playful and engaging way.

February

Science of Tortillas
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore what goes into making a tortilla! 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.

Cyber Safe: Learn About Cyber Security | Taste of Technology
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 |  4:30 - 6:00 p.m. | Register Here
North Clairemont Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Enter the world of cybersecurity! Step into the shoes of a cybersecurity engineer and learn about the important role they play. Think like a hacker and get the details on how and why social engineering works, then learn best practices to stay safe on the Internet.

Cochineal & Natural Dyes
Friday, February 13, 2026 | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Register Here
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore the science behind natural dyes! Learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes. Participants will also gain an understanding of chemistry, specifically acid and base reactions.

Automotive Design
Friday, February 13, 2026 |  4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Register Here
Paradise Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

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

Project In A Box
Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Mission Valley Library | Middle School (Grades 7 - 8) & High School (Grades 9 - 12)

Join us for a fun hands-on workshop while you explore various topics in engineering while building a project.

Squishy Circuits
Thursday, February 19, 2026 |  4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Skyline Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore the basics of electrical circuits! Through hands-on activities using components such as batteries, wires, and LEDs, inquisitive participants will investigate current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits.

Cochineal & Natural Dyes
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Register Here
Logan Heights Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Explore the science behind natural dyes! Learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes. Participants will also gain an understanding of chemistry, specifically acid and base reactions.

Automotive Design
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

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

Piñata Science
Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Pacific Beach Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to 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.

Cochineal & Natural Dyes
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Register Here
Ocean Beach Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore the science behind natural dyes! Learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes. Participants will also gain an understanding of chemistry, specifically acid and base reactions.

Automotive Design
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 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! Explore the many parts that go into making an automobile work. This course is designed to inform and empower aspiring engineers and designers.

March

Project In A Box
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Paradise Hills Library | Middle School (Grades 7 - 8) & High School (Grades 9 - 12)

Join us for a fun hands-on workshop while you explore various topics in engineering while building a project.

Problem Solvers: Oil Spill
Thursday, March 12, 2026| 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Register Here
Paradise Hills Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Help solve a worldwide issue! In this interactive program, participants will learn about oil spills and the science behind them. Working together, participants will come up with solutions to solve this important issue.

Automobile Design
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Register Here
Balboa Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

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

Tech Time Travelers
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Register Here
Mission Valley Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore how technology changed over time -- typewriters, flip phones, and futuristic AI! This workshop blends creativity, real-world connections, discovery, and joyful career exposure to allow learners to explore future possibilities in a playful and engaging way.

Squishy Circuits
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Register Here
College-Rolando Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6) & Middle School (Grades 7 - 8)

Explore the basics of electrical circuits! Through hands-on activities using components such as batteries, wires, and LEDs, inquisitive participants will investigate current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits.

Little Tech Lab | Taste of Technology
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. | Register Here
San Ysidro Library | Elementary School (Grades 5 - 6) & Middle School (Grade 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 increasing their digital awareness and creating their own prototype in Canva.

Tech Time Travelers
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Register Here
Linda Vista Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 6)

Explore how technology changed over time -- typewriters, flip phones, and futuristic AI! This workshop blends creativity, real-world connections, discovery, and joyful career exposure to allow learners to explore future possibilities in a playful and engaging way.