Maker Party preview: the New York Hall of Science

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Science genius rap battles and digital mosquito repellent:
get ready for Maker Party at the New York Hall of Science

 

Maker Party 2013 kicks off on Saturday!

Participants will be getting together at a diverse range of hack jams, meet-ups and code parties around the world. Here’s a sneak peek at an event happening June 22 at the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI).
“It’s an awesome feeling knowing that Maker Parties like this are happening on a global scale,” says NYSCI’s Manager of Digital Programming, Anthony Negron. “The atmosphere of these events are so inspiring for everyone, and teens are really responsive to this type of format.”
New York Hall of Science + Maker Party

What will people make and learn together?

The NYSCI pop-up party will bring together teens aged 13 to 18 for music, games, food, prizes and “Creativity Stations.” The menu of what’s on offer is a great example of the diversity and creativity we’ll see on display throughout Maker Party over the next three months:

  • Digital photography and film-making — working with NYSCI’s Explainer TV, plus other members of the Hive NYC Learning Network including ReelWorks Teen Filmaking and Parsons New School for Design
  • Laser-cutting and soldering — design and print your own custom-made laser cut projects. Or use a circuit board to create a digital mosquito repellent. (Yep, that’s a thing!)
  • Beat-making and music — craft digital beats with World Up! There’s even a “Science Genius Rap Battle.“
  • Game hacking — turn everyday objects like bananas, spoons or whatever’s lying around into video game controllers with Scratch and Makey Makey.
  • And of course… webmaking! — using Mozilla Webmaker to create your own webpage, pick up some coding skills, remix YouTube videos or create your own viral meme.

“I think the Maker Party campaign really sets the groundwork for launching maker-related programming, especially to give teens get the opportunity to be exposed to so many exciting activities and opportunities to develop their interests.”
— NYSCI’s Anthony Negron

Learn more and get involved

Feeling inspired? Counting down to Saturday? Here’s some easy ways to get involved: