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SUMMARY:CoderDojo End of Season Celebration: Byte-Sized Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:NewBoCo’s CoderDojo program offers free STEM exploration opportunities for K-5 students in Cedar Rapids\, Iowa City\, and the surrounding areas. Rotating stations include topics such as game design\, animation\, robotics\, engineering\, electronics\, and coding. New subjects are regularly added\, keeping the programming dynamic and engaging for returning participants. Learn more about CoderDojo. \nFall 2026 End of Season Celebration \n\nWrap up our Fall 2026 CoderDojo season with an afternoon of hands-on creativity\, coding\, and engineering! Whether your student has been coding with us all semester or is stopping by for the very first time\, this special “Byte-Sized Thanksgiving” celebration at Lindale Mall is designed for kids and families to drop in and explore technology at their own pace. \nFeatured Activity Stations: \n\n\nCode a Monster: Combine art supplies with computer science! Create a unique monster character while learning the fundamentals of conditionals\, pattern recognition\, and selection. \n\n\nCircuit Playgrounds: Get hands-on with hardware by programming colorful LEDs and experimenting with motion and light sensors to bring interactive creations to life. \n\n\nSquishy Circuits: Explore the basics of electrical circuits in a fun\, tactile way using conductive play dough to build and light up your own designs. \n\n\nK’Nex Engineering: Put your imagination to the test and build anything you can dream up—from towering skyscrapers and fast cars to working rollercoasters. \n\n\nWho Should Attend: Open to K-5 students of all skill levels — no prior coding experience is required! \nMake It a Youth Tech Double-Feature on November 21! Stick with us for a full afternoon of student innovation across Cedar Rapids! Once CoderDojo wraps up at 3:00 PM\, head down to the New Bohemia District for our Girls Who Code Holiday Lights Showcase: \n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, November 21 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n\n\nWhere: Kicks off at the African American Museum of Iowa (55 12th Ave SE) followed by a self-guided lighting walk through participating NewBo businesses \n\n\nDetails & RSVP: newbo.co/event/girls-who-code-holiday-lights-showcase \n\n\nImportant CoderDojo-Related Notes: \n\nWe have found a permanent home! Our new education space is located in the east end of Lindale Mall\, next to Dick’s House of Sport. It’s the corner store space across from the play area.\nSpace is often limited. RSVPs are strongly encouraged to secure your child’s spot.\nParent/guardian supervision is required for all sessions.\n\nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/coderdojo-end-of-season-celebration-fall-2026/
LOCATION:Lindale Mall\, 4444 1st Ave NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Girls Who Code Holiday Lights Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive late afternoon in the New Bohemia District as local students show off their creative designs and light up the neighborhood! 🎄✨ \nWe will kick off at 3:30 PM at the African American Museum of Iowa with a warm welcome and a brief presentation. At 4:00 PM\, take a self-guided lighting walk through the district to visit student design installations at participating local businesses. As you explore\, hear directly from the talented students behind each project as they share their inspiration and design process. \nWhat to Expect: \n🎶 Treats & Tunes: Enjoy complimentary cocoa and cookies at CSPS\, along with live strolling carolers filling the streets with holiday music. \n🎟️ Giveaways & Prizes: Collect a stamp on your punch card at every stop along the route! Drop your completed card at the African American Museum for a chance to win fantastic prizes. \nParticipating Businesses: \n\nAfrican American Museum of Iowa\nHangry Lady\nRaygun\nCSPS\nIowa Running Company\nParlor City\nKZIA/Z102.9\nAlmost Famous Popcorn\n\nAdmission is free\, but RSVPs are encouraged so we can make sure there are plenty of cocoa and cookies for everyone. ☕🍪 \nCome celebrate student creativity\, explore the district\, and kick off the holiday season with us! ❄️ \nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/girls-who-code-holiday-lights-showcase/
LOCATION:African American Museum\, 55 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoderDojo,CoderDojo NewBoCo,Education
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