Events & Workshops

Explore the world of technology and entertainment with hands-on workshops and special events. All events and workshops are FREE unless otherwise noted.

SCI-TECH WORKSHOP: SIMPLY SPEAKERS

Saturday, May 5
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
$10 per participant

Come on feel the noise - and take it home with you when you create your very own audio speaker. Learn about the key elements that make a simple speaker work, and make your own with magnets, coils, and some everyday materials. Then, hook it up to a stereo amplifier and tune in to the music of your choice.Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3. Best suited for ages 8 and up.

FAMILY WORKSHOP: MOTHER'S DAY SPA SURPRISE

Thursday, May 10
Saturday, May 12
12-1 p.m.
$5 per participant

Join us to create your own special scented bath products for mom. Especially for younger audiences. Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3.

FAMILY WORKSHOP: MOTHER'S DAY FLOWER FUN

Saturday, May 12
2-3 p.m.
$5 per participant

Celebrate the original mom - Mother Nature - by joining us to learn how plants grow! Design your very own planter and start a garden to take home. Especially for younger audiences. Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3.

HANDS-ON NANO DEMOS

Saturday, May 19
Saturday, June 2
Saturday, June 9
1-3 p.m.

Just how small is small? Join us to uncover the fascinating world of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Participate in hands-on activities that explore the properties, structures, materials and scale of this important field of science. Also, visit our nanotechnology exhibit to learn about its various applications in use today. All activities require general admission to the Lab and are available on a first come first served basis. No reservation required. Best suited for ages 7 and up.

MEN IN BLACK 3 ALIEN SLIME WORKSHOP

Wednesday, May 23
12-2 p.m.

It’s an alien invasion and we’re about to get slimed! In anticipation of the release of Columbia Pictures’ action adventure comedy “Men in Black 3,” we’re rolling up our sleeves and getting messy making some icky, gooey alien slime. With a dose of science and some careful mixing, we’ll be making a special concoction of extraterrestrial proportions. Also, be sure to check out our cool display of real props from the “MIB 3” motion picture and don your black sunglasses and super soaker for a “special agent” photo opportunity. Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning Monday, May 14 by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3. Activities suited for all ages.

TECH FOR TOTS: OPPOSITES ATTRACT

Thursday, May 24
Thursday, June 28

1-2 p.m.

Opposites attract in this special workshop where you can explore some of the principles of magnetism and create your very own magnets to take home! Reservations for up to 1 child and 1 adult can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3. Best suited for children at a pre-k to kindergarten learning level.

SCI-TECH WORKSHOP: WHAT RUNS ON THE SUN

Saturday, May 26
Saturday, June 23
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
$10 per participant

Explore solar energy and learn how it can be used to power everything from cars to flashlights. Grab some gears, wheels, and tools and get busy building your own solar toy racing car to take home.Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3. Best suited for ages 8 and up.

TECH FOR TOTS: LEARNING WITH SOUNDS

Thursday, May 31
Thursday, June 21

1-2 p.m.

Join us for a special workshop where toddlers use technology as a learning tool! Children explore some of the basic functions of a computer and experiment with different sounds that they hear every day. Each child will be given the opportunity to record themselves on an audio CD to take home. Reservations for up to 1 child and 1 adult can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3. Best suited for children at a pre-k to kindergarten learning level.

SONY PLAZA PUBLIC ARCADE: HENRY WISE WOOD HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCE

Friday, June 1

2-4 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of musical entertainment by students from Henry Wise Wood High School in the Sony Plaza Public Arcade. No reservation required and space is limited.

SONY PLAZA PUBLIC ARCADE: PUBLIC SCHOOL 161 BAND PERFORMANCE

Monday, June 4

12-1 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of musical entertainment by students from P.S. 161 in the Sony Plaza Public Arcade. No reservation required and space is limited.

SONY PLAZA PUBLIC ARCADE: PUBLIC SCHOOL 161 CHORUS AND GUITAR PERFORMANCE

Wednesday, June 6

12-1 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of musical entertainment by students from P.S. 161 in the Sony Plaza Public Arcade. No reservation required and space is limited.

SONY PLAZA PUBLIC ARCADE: FIRST ROBOTICS PRESENTATION

Thursday, June 14

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

The FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Competition is an exciting, multinational competition that teams professionals and young people to solve an engineering design problem in an intense and competitive way. Students from local schools including Lehman (Queens) and the H.S. of Computers & Technology participating in this competition present their uniquely designed robots and discuss their development and mechanical design. Interact with these one-of-a-kind robots and learn about the strategies and challenges students face in their annual robotic competitions. No reservation required and space is limited.

FAMILY WORKSHOP: FATHER'S DAY HEROES

Thursday, June 14
12-1 p.m.
$5 per participant

Join us for some heroic fun! Have your picture taken and create a unique Father’s Day card fit for a superhero. Especially for younger audiences. Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3.

FAMILY WORKSHOP: FATHER'S DAY SPORTS CAP CREATIONS

Saturday, June 16
12-1 p.m.
2-3 p.m.
$5 per participant

Get in on the sporting action and create a special sports cap to give to Dad for Father’s Day! Especially for younger audiences. Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3.

SCI-TECH WORKSHOP: SPIDER-MAN® ANIMATION

Saturday, June 30
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
$5 per participant

Discover the secrets to the high tech animation in “The Amazing Spider-Man” and design your own claymation movie in tribute to the urban hero. Learn the basic techniques behind stop motion animation and edit your work, adding final touches and burning a copy of your short movie to take home. Reservations of up to 4 children can be made beginning the Monday of the week the program is offered by calling (212) 833-8100 and selecting option 3. Best suited for ages 8 and up.