MetaMedia is a FREE digital media center and maker education program designed for middle-school youth. MetaMedia increases access to technology and skilled mentors, allows the exploration of passions and projects, and empowers youth in a safe community atmosphere. Throughout the year, we provide a variety of programs to meet the interests of all middle-school youth.
FALL 2019 HOURS AND DATES
Monday-Friday: 2:30pm – 6:30pm
School Days Off: 1pm – 7pm
Year-round. Youth from 6th to 8th grade can take advantage of our space to interact with high-level technology. Expert mentors involved in various creative fields expose youth to our philosophy. We support youth in all their interests and help them build a foundation for lifelong intellectual, social, and emotional experimentation. There is no need to enroll.
REGISTRATION BASED PROGRAMS
MakerMade
Free; Must Register
Starting in October
This maker-driven program will be designed by those who are a part of it. Working together with mentors, makers will explore STEM intersections that interest them and guide the programming based on their own creativity.
Science Club
Free; Must Register
Northwestern’s Science Club programs bridge in-school and out-of-school learning and foster the development of skills, such as experimentation, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Session 1
Mondays
October 7th—December 9th
4:30—6pm
*No Science Club on Monday, November 11th due to Veteran’s Day
MetaMakes
Free; Must Register
MetaMakes is a Saturday program that uses hands-on STEAM learning in order to transform a cohort of middle school youth into emerging makers, designers, and entrepreneurs based on a community issue.
Session 1
Saturdays
October 12th—December 7th
9am—12pm
*No MetaMakes on Saturday, November 30th due to Thanksgiving
Session 2
January 27th—March 23rd
Girl Code
Free; Must Register
This program supports girls to develop STEM identities by participating within face-to-face and online spaces to design, create, and re-imagine everyday artifacts and activities.
Session 1
Thursdays
October 10th—December 12th
4:30—6pm
*No Girl Code on Thursday, November 28th due to Thanksgiving
Session 2
Thursdays
January 27th—March 23rd
MetaMedia Summer Experience
Invite Only
June 8—July 17, 2020
MSX is a hands-on learning experience where participants will create an original invention. At the end of the summer, participants will get to compete against fellow inventors for cash and prizes in a ‘shark tank’ style showcase!
MetaExplorers
Fee-Based Registration
June 8—July 31, 2020
Makers will have the opportunity to register for two-week camp sessions throughout the summer and learn skills in making, music production, digital fabrication, and digital media. Only 30 spots available each session.
MetaMax: A MetaMedia Experience For Adults
Learn how to get the most out of your devices and maximize your ability to use and enjoy today’s hottest technology! A 2-hour private lesson is only $130 for members!
For more information, contact Sarita Smith.
