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SUMMARY:Forensic Science - Code Breakers and Crime Solvers!
DESCRIPTION:Unlimited Potential Chicago invites you to our Code Breakers and Crime Solvers! \nTo inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and investigators through engaging forensic science experiences. \nThis exciting\, hands-on event introduces children to the world of forensic science\, where they will analyze evidence\, crack codes\, and solve mysteries just like real investigators. Through interactive activities\, participants will develop critical thinking skills while having fun exploring how science helps solve crimes. \n\nEvent Highlights:\nWhat: A hands-on forensic science experience where kids will analyze evidence\, decode clues\, and participate in crime scene simulationsWho: Children ages 5–14 yearsWhen: Saturday\, April 25\, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMWhere: ACCESS Center for Discovery and Learning5139 S Ashland Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60640 \nLunch will be provided! \n\nWhy Attend?\n\nLearn how to identify and analyze evidence\nUse tools and techniques to decipher codes\nParticipate in hands-on crime scene investigations\nBuild curiosity and interest in forensic science\nDevelop problem-solving and critical thinking skills\n\n\nRSVP Information:\nDeadline: RSVP by April 18th\, 2026How: Call or Text 📞 (847) 989-4872 \n\nJoin us for a fun and educational experience where young minds become detectives\, uncover clues\, and solve mysteries through science!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/forensic-science-code-breakers-and-crime-solvers/
LOCATION:ACCESS CENTER FOR DISCOVERY & LEARNING\, 5139 S Ashland Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Science
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SUMMARY:Kidstruction Zone: Building our World with Civil Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to build big ideas! \nThis exciting STEM event is designed to introduce children to the fundamentals of civil engineering through hands-on activities and collaborative challenges. Through fun experiments\, kids will explore how the built world works and how they can help build it too! \nEvent Highlights:\nWhat:Kidstruction Zone – An engaging\, educational science event with real-world civil engineering experiments and design activities. \nWho:Children ages 5–14 years \nWhen:Saturday\, January 31st\, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nWhere:ACCESS Center for Discovery and Learning5139 S Ashland Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60609 \nWhy Attend? \n\nExperience hands-on engineering activities and building challenges\nLearn about strength\, stability\, and how structures stand\nStrengthen teamwork\, confidence\, and creativity through problem-solving\nGet inspired by real-world civil engineering concepts in action!\n\nLunch will be provided! \n\nRSVP Information:\nWe’re currently at capacity for this event. To be considered for any remaining spots\, please call or text us at 📞 (847) 989-4872. \nDeadline to contact us: January 24\, 2026 \nLet’s build the future—one beam\, bridge\, and blueprint at a time! 🏗️👷🏾‍♀️👷🏻👷🏽‍♂️
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/kidstruction-zone-building-our-world-with-civil-engineering/
LOCATION:ACCESS CENTER FOR DISCOVERY & LEARNING\, 5139 S Ashland Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering
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SUMMARY:Organ-ized Discoveries: And the Science Within
DESCRIPTION:To ignite curiosity and build a deeper understanding of biology\, we welcome young minds to dive into the exciting world of STEM! \nThis hands-on\, interactive event is designed to introduce children to the wonders of the human body\, life sciences\, and real-world biology through fun activities and meaningful engagement. \n\nEvent Highlights\n📍 What: Organ-ized Discoveries – A fun-filled STEM exploration event focusing on biology and body systems👧🏾👦🏼 Who: Children ages 5–14 years📅 When: Saturday\, October 25\, 2025🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Where: ACCESS Center for Discovery and Learning          5139 S Ashland Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60609🍽️ Lunch will be provided🎟️ Free for all participants—just show up and enjoy! \n\nWhy Attend?\n\nAge-specific biology-themed STEM activities\nBuild observation skills and explore problem solving\nEngage with real scientists in the fields of biology and medicine\nLearn how our bodies work in fun\, exciting ways\nBe inspired to explore STEM careers and academic interests\n\n\nRSVP Information\n🗓️ Deadline: RSVP by October 15\, 2025📞 How: Call or Text us at (847) 989‑4872📧 Or visit upchicago.org \nLet’s uncover the science within — one discovery at a time!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/organ-ized-discoveries-and-the-science-within/
LOCATION:ACCESS CENTER FOR DISCOVERY & LEARNING\, 5139 S Ashland Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Events
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SUMMARY:Ramps\, Races\, and Direction Chases: A Physics Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of thrilling experiments and hands-on discovery as we dive into the forces that make our world move! Ramps\, Races\, and Direction Chases invites kids ages 5–14 to explore physics through creative challenges that spark curiosity\, problem-solving\, and teamwork. \n📅 Event Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\nSaturday\, July 19\, 2025\n\n\nTime\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n\n\nLocation\nHamilton Park Cultural Center\n513 W 72nd St.\, Chicago\, IL\n\n\nAges\n5 – 14 years\n\n\nCost\nFree (all materials provided)\n\n\nRSVP\nCall/Text (847) 989-4872 by July 10\n\n\n\n\n\n🔍 Program Line-Up\n\n\n\n\n\nActivity\nWhat Kids Will Explore\n\n\n\n\nEgg Drop Experiment\nDesign a protective shell and test Newton’s Laws\, impact force\, and energy transfer.\n\n\nBuild a Compass\nDiscover magnetism\, buoyancy\, friction\, and navigation by crafting a working compass.\n\n\nMarble Roller Coaster\nConvert potential to kinetic energy\, calculate velocity\, and see conservation of energy in action.\n\n\nMini Catapult\nInvestigate elastic potential energy\, projectile motion\, and parabolic flight paths.\n\n\nBalloon-Powered Racecars\nUse the engineering design process to maximize speed\, distance\, and stability—then race!\n\n\n\n\n\n✨ Why Attend?\n\nHands-on physics stations for every skill level\nReal-time problem solving and teamwork\nTake-home project ideas and career connections in engineering & science\nA fun\, safe environment that turns big concepts into memorable experiences\n\nReady to roll? Register today and let’s make physics fly!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/ramps-races-and-direction-chases-a-physics-palooza/
LOCATION:Hamilton Park Cultural Center\, 513 W 72nd St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physics
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SUMMARY:CHEMISTRY QUEST - EXPLORING THE MAGIC OF MATTER
DESCRIPTION:Unlimited Potential Chicago LLC invites you to our Chemistry Quest event! \nTo inspire the next generation of scientists through engaging\, hands-on STEM experiences. \nThis interactive event is designed to spark curiosity\, creativity\, and a love for science as kids explore the fascinating world of chemistry. \n\nEvent Highlights:\nWhat: Chemistry Quest – A fun and educational science event filled with exciting chemistry experiments and hands-on activities.Who: Children ages 5–14 yearsWhen: Saturday\, April 26th\, 2025Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PMWhere: TBDLunch will be provided! \n\nWhy Attend?\n\nHands-on chemistry experiments\nExplore the magic of matter through safe\, age-appropriate science fun\nLearn basic chemistry concepts through real reactions\nConnect with other curious young scientists\nTake-home science kits and learning materials\n\n\nRSVP Information:\nDeadline: RSVP by April 16th\, 2025How: Call or Text us at 📞 (847) 989-4872 \nLet’s spark a love for science—one experiment at a time!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/chemistry-quest-exploring-the-magic-of-matter/
LOCATION:ACCESS CENTER FOR DISCOVERY & LEARNING\, 5139 S Ashland Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry
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SUMMARY:ROBOTICS SAFARI - LET'S LEARN\, EXPLORE & CREATE!
DESCRIPTION:Unlimited Potential Chicago LLC invites you to our Robotics Safari event! \nTo inspire the next generation of innovators through engaging STEM experiences. \nThis hands-on\, interactive event is designed for kids to spark creativity\, curiosity\, and a passion for STEM. \nEvent Highlights:\n\nWhat: Robotics Safari – A fun and educational event packed with robotics activities for kids.\nWho: Children ages 5–14 years.\nWhen: Saturday\, January 25th\, 2025\n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM\n\n\nWhere:  WEST ENGLEWOOD LIBRARY 1745 W 63rd St Chicago\, IL 60636.\nLunch will be provided!\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\nHands-on robotics workshops\nEngaging age-appropriate activities for different skill levels\nOpportunity to build robots\nMeet other young innovators and discover the exciting world of STEM\n\n\n\nRSVP Information:\n\nDeadline: RSVP by January 18th\, 2025\nHow: Call or Text us at 📞 (847) 989-4872
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/robotics-safari-lets-learn-explore-create/
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SUMMARY:What's in Your DNA?
DESCRIPTION:Unlimited Potential Chicago Presents! \nWhat’s in Your DNA? – A Fun and Interactive Science Event \nDive into the world of science and discovery at our exciting event\, “What’s in Your DNA!” Participants will engage in hands-on activities\, exploring the fascinating world of genetics\, biology\, and the wonders of DNA. This interactive session is designed to spark curiosity and creativity\, encouraging participants to learn while having fun. \nWhether you’re passionate about science or just love learning new things\, this event offers something for everyone. Join us for a day of exploration\, experiments\, and education in a fun and welcoming environment. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nAges 8 – 14 years\nHands-on science activities\nEngaging experiments that uncover the mysteries of DNA\nFun takeaways and learning materials\nLunch will be provided\n\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to unlock the secrets of what makes you unique!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/whats-in-your-dna/
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CATEGORIES:Science Events
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SUMMARY:UP Chicago LLC Official Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we partner with the CTC Glory of the Latter House Ministries in the Englewood community for a Power of One Peace Rally and Back to School Giveaways. We are providing 200 backpacks and 50 android tablets. Meet industry professionals\, participate in games and activities\, and learn more about our mission and programs.
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/up-chicago-llc-official-launch/
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