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Upcoming events

    • 14 Oct 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Nova Labs3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030
    • 7
    Register


    Come make this whimsical dragon and learn basic techniques to make stuffed toys. The dragon is shaped to perch on a person’s shoulder. It is the perfect accessory for the Halloween season. 

    Already cut materials will be provided. Please make sure you sign up early enough to give the instructor time to prepare the materials. Dragons are made from fleece and felt and decorated with a variety of materials. Several colors will be available. 

    This activity is accessible to all ages, but the youngest children may need some adult help. Child may have adult attend for no additional cost per dragon.

    Maximum 6 dragon-making-persons. This ensures the best hand-on experience for each child.

    Prerequisites: no previous sewing experience is needed

    Age requirement: 8+ or with an adult

    Instructor: Fabiana Cesa is a maker educator. She has taught for the Nova Labs MakerSchool for the past three years.

    Class must have 3 participants sign up to run. If this does not happen those who have paid will be issued a full refund.

    • 18 Oct 2023
    • 22 Nov 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • Nova Labs, 3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 (Robotics Bay))
    • 7
    Register


    This class combines science concepts with LEGOs and robots! Kids will learn how to build catapults, karts, and many other motorized mechanisms.

    Materials and tools will be provided.

    Prerequisites: none

    • 21 Oct 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Nova Labs, 3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 (Classroom 2))
    • 3
    Register


    This is a hands-on class about making everyday things on a small scale -- barbie-sized; OMG doll sized; or polly pocket-sized -- things like: mini-books; fruits; plants; clothes; bedtime things; utensils. Materials include fabric; clay; foam; paper; wire; toothpicks and skewers; yarn; using tools like hot glue; scissors; markers; pens; pencils; pliers.

    Materials and tools will be provided.

    Prerequisites: none

    • 26 Oct 2023
    • 7 Dec 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • Nova Labs, 3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 (Robotics Bay))
    • 7
    Register


    This class combines science concepts with LEGOs and robots! Kids will learn how to build catapults, karts, and many other motorized mechanisms.

    Materials and tools will be provided.

    Prerequisites: none

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