Digital Harbor Foundation

🧪✨ Calling all curious kids, teens, and science-loving families! ✨🧪

BUGSS has some seriously cool upcoming science events you won’t want to miss. From synthetic biology to chocolate (yes, chocolate 🍫), there’s something for every age and interest! book your spot now!
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🔬 iGEM Information Session (Virtual)
📅 Jan 29 | 7–8 PM EST
Learn about BUGSS’ high school iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machines) team—the Baltimore BioCrew! This group of local students uses synthetic biology to tackle real-world problems and improve our world. Perfect for high school students curious about research, biotech, and STEM careers.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/igem-information-session-virtual-session-tickets-1977144198521?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
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🌱 For Ages 7–12: Make Better Plastic with Algae String
📅 Jan 31 | 3–4:30 PM EST | In person
Hands-on, creative, and eco-friendly! Kids will learn how algae can be used to make better plastic—and get to make their own algae string. Science + sustainability = win.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-ages-7-12-make-better-plastic-with-algae-string-tickets-1977224345242?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
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🍫 For Ages 10–14: The Science of Tempering Chocolate
📅 Feb 14 | 10–11:30 AM EST
Ever wondered why good chocolate snaps just right? Students will explore the chemistry of cocoa butter, make their own chocolate creations, eat some, and take the rest home. Best Valentine’s Day plan, honestly.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-ages-10-14-the-science-of-tempering-chocolate-tickets-1977224870814?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
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🌍 For Ages 6–13: Build an Ecosystem!
📅 Mar 7 | 10–11:30 AM EST
Dig into soil science and ecosystems while creating a long-term experiment to take home. Messy, educational, and very satisfying.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-ages-6-13-build-an-ecosystem-tickets-1977337781533?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
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👉 Spots fill up fast so check out the links above to register and get full details!
Let’s raise the next generation of scientists, innovators, and world-changers 🧠💥

Our Board Trivia Night is happening in TWO days, on May 22, and we need you! Come champion affordable Internet access for all while experiencing a fun, virtual night of trivia hosted by Walsh Trivia that makes a real impact.

🗓️ Date: May 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 8–9:30 PM ET
📍 Location: Online

Register here by 5pm ET: https://bit.ly/42AICIR and donate at https://donorbox.org/waves-trivia-night (team registration recommended at $100 per team)

All proceeds help bring affordable Internet access to communities in need. Can't wait to test our knowledge together! 🧩