Events

Intro to Character Modeling Series

Join us for this 4-session workshop where you will learn to 3D model, texture, rig, and render your own game-ready character. Registration required. Thursdays June 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th from 5-7pm For teens ages 13–19. Register HERE

04 Jun

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Maker in Residence Workshop

Join Explora Maker-in-Residence Marisol Driovinto to contribute to an interactive art piece about the actions we take to protect our beautiful state! This event is generously sponsored by the New Mexico Environment Department.

05 Jun

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Fix-It Friday: Small Electronics

Before tossing out a small appliance or electronic item, bring it to Fix-It Friday and see if it can be repaired instead of ending up in the landfill. Teens ages 13–19 welcome.

05 Jun

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Discover the Wonders of Nature at Westgate Library

How is a beak’s shape related to its function? Can you tie your shoes without your thumbs? We’ll use our greatest survival tool—our brains—to discover how adaptations help us survive and make us who we are. We’ll also spend time up close and personal with some of Explora’s educational animals.

05 Jun

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Crafternoon: Rock Painting

Join Summer Crafternoon for rock painting and creative fun with friends. Decorate a rock to take home or add to the museum space. For teens ages 13–19.

05 Jun

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Youth Climate Summit

Are you a high school student who cares about the environment, climate change, and environmental justice? If yes, join us at the Youth Climate Summit on June 6. You will learn about earth, climate, and environmental sciences, and engage in hands-on activities. You will also meet young climate leaders in the community, as well as professionals who work in environmental ...

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06 Jun

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Discover the Wonders of Nature at East Mountain Library

How is a beak’s shape related to its function? Can you tie your shoes without your thumbs? We’ll use our greatest survival tool—our brains—to discover how adaptations help us survive and make us who we are. We’ll also spend time up close and personal with some of Explora’s educational animals.

07 Jun

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Movie Club

Cool off with friends at Movie Club. Enjoy a different movie each Sunday while hanging out in a relaxed space. Open to teens ages 13–19.

07 Jun

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Intro to Woodworking: Session 2

In session 2 out of 4 in this workshop, you will be introduced to the woodworking art of carving. By the end, you will have learned the skills to make your own wooden spoon. Registration required. Teens ages 13–19 welcome. Register HERE

08 Jun

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Get Charged Up Educator Workshop

A virtual workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours) Get charged up about electricity! We’ll integrate literature as we explore static electricity and basic circuits. Use what you discover to make your own scribble bot that wiggles and draws on paper. Ideas you can immediately use with your students! Register by June 2: https://forms.gle/E8tacRSXgRpMqKC28

09 Jun

9:30 am - 11:30 am

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Felting Biomes

Create felted biome-inspired sculptures while learning beginner felting skills in this art-and-science workshop. Teens ages 13–19 welcome. Register HERE

09 Jun

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Design & Print your Own Flexi Toy!

Make your own design into a 3D printable toy. In this 4-part class, using Blender and FreeCAD and with the help of an instructor, you will bring your design to life. Registration required. For teens ages 13–19. Tuesdays June 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd from 4-6 pm Register HERE

09 Jun

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

X Studio

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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