As part of the Energize Connecticut Center’s Family Night Series, students and families are invited to enjoy an evening exploring science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) with Connecticut STEM Academy on Friday, February 10.
The event will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Energize Connecticut Center, 122 Universal Drive North, North Haven (next to Panera Bread in the Target Plaza). It is free of charge and open to the public.
During the evening’s activities, guests will have hands-on experiences in each of the STEM subjects. Activities include:
- Controlling a Sphero Robotic Ball
- Learning to code using an Ozobot, a small, smart toy robot
- Participating in environmentally-friendly STEM challenges
- Creating STEM-related take-home projects
Additionally, guests will be able to explore the Energize Connecticut Center, learn about their environmental impact on the world and identify creative solutions to help make a difference every day.
The Energize Connecticut Center’s Family Night Series is designed to provide entertainment for children of all ages and their families, while simultaneously learning about the impact we have on the planet and ways to be more energy efficient. The next event will be a “Go Green” craft night on Friday, March 24.
For more information or to reserve your spot for these events, please contact Alysse Rodrigues, 203-799-0460, arodrigues@crec.org.
About the Energize Connecticut Center
The Energize Connecticut Center is the only place in the state that provides children and adults with a hands-on learning experience to discover the important role that energy plays in our daily lives – free of charge. Its interactive exhibits and state-of-the-art displays showcase different energy sources, demonstrate how we use energy, and convey the benefits of smart energy choices, including cost savings, comfort, convenience, sustainability, and environmental impacts.
Open to visitors of all ages, the Energize Connecticut Center is professionally staffed with energy experts to help you learn about the latest energy efficient and renewable energy ideas and technologies. For more information, please visit EnergizeCT.com/center or call 203-799-0460.
About Energize Connecticut
Energize Connecticut helps you save money and use clean energy. It is an initiative of the State of Connecticut, the Connecticut Green Bank, Eversource, UI, SCG and CNG, with funding from a charge on customer energy bills. Information on energy-saving programs can be found at EnergizeCT.com or by calling 877.WISE.USE.