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Watch the 2026 STEM Week Info Session recording

Creepy Crawlies: STEM ON THE GO does Spooky Science

with Girl Scouts of Eastern MA

Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm
Location: Waltham

Science...but make it spooky. Visit with GSEMA's mobile science center, STEM ON-THE-GO, and discover the creepy crawlies that live in Massachusetts year-round! Take a closer look at bug anatomy using a microscope, learn about the important roles these creatures play in the ecosystem, go on a bug hunt around camp, and finish with a fun craft to showcase what you've learned.

Patch included. Volunteer supervision required.

Registration

Spooky Camp Detective

Date: Sunday, October 18
Times: 10:30am-12:30pm Daisy, Brownie; 1:30pm-3:30pm Daisy, Brownie; 4:00pm-6:00pm Juniors
Location: Plymouth and Waltham

Can you solve the case of the missing jack-o'-lanterns? The monsters' party is about to begin, and someone has stolen all the jack-o'-lanterns! Take on fun detective experiments and narrow down the suspects until you can find the true culprit. 

Patch included. Volunteer supervision is required.

Registration

Rockets and Space Science Night

with New England Sci-Tech

Date: October 20-22
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: New England Sci-Tech, Natick MA

This year is a celebration of Moon and Mars observation and exploration. We encourage people to learn more about STEM in space science, to share Moon or Mars-inspired stories and artwork, and to continue observing the sky and the world around us.

Program is for children in grades 1-6 with accompanying parent to help with paper rocket building and launching:

• Build and launch an air-powered paper rocket, hold a meteorite from the Moon and a meteorite from Mars, and see a Space Science 3D Show using 3D glasses.

• Bring a homemade space artwork to show and are encouraged to wear space-themed shirts or costumes.

• Take-home goodie bags for all participating children.

The 1st Quarter Moon will be up on Oct 20-22, so we may use the giant telescope to observe it, weather permitting.

Free - registration required, no walk-ins.
Visit: nescitech.org/stemweek

See Yourself in the Green Workforce: Explore, Share, & Network!

with MSEN and the Christa McAuliffe Center in collaboration with FSU Career Development

Date: Wednesday, October 21 
Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: McCarthy Center Forum at Framingham State University

Free - Students, college and high school juniors & seniors, meet with employers in clean energy, sustainability, and environmental stewardship to:

• Explore job opportunities in energy efficiency, clean energy, transportation, waste management, sustainable practices for communities and businesses, environmental policy, and more!

• Share their educational and career interests.

• Network with professionals to learn about STEM and non-STEM roles these industries offer.
  
  For more information, visit: cm-center.org/event/greenworkforce 

Free Virtual Educator Session: 3D Design & Printing in the Classroom

with InnoAddi STEM Education Center

Date: October 22
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Virtual

Free Virtual Educator Session - Explore how ideas become real objects through 3D design and printing with InnoAddi. Participants will learn how 3D printers work and use beginner-friendly design software to create their own digital models. Through hands-on activities, they will practice measuring, working with shapes, and improving their designs while building creativity and problem-solving skills.

The program focuses on engineering, technology, and design, connecting STEM concepts with real-world applications. 

No prior 3D design or printing experience is required.

Register and learn more here.

Roman Telescope Special Planetarium Community Event

with the Christa McAuliffe Center and FSU Planetarium

Date: Friday, October 23 
Time: 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Location: Christa McAuliffe & Planetarium at Framingham State University

Described as NASA’s new flagship telescope, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope successfully launched on August 30, 2026. Join us for a live show exploring Roman’s capabilities and the science it will do in its first year in space. Afterwards we will show the film, Phantom of the Universe.

Recommended for families and all ages. Tickets are required.

Tickets and more information, coming soon: cm-center.org/event/romantelescope

Spooky Skies Planetarium Halloween Spook-tacular!

with the Christa McAuliffe Center and FSU Planetarium

Date: Friday, October 30
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Christa McAuliffe & Planetarium at Framingham State University

Just like Frankenstein’s monster rising up, we are bringing back our Halloween live show spook-tacular! We will be showcasing all new creepy and eerie cosmic objects, such as ghoulish galaxies and nefarious nebulae. Afterwards, we will show our film Undiscovered Worlds.

Recommended for families and all ages. Tickets are required.

Tickets and more information, coming soon: cm-center.org/event/spookyskies

BEST AQI -
Breathing Easier: Supporting Teen Air Quality Investigations
Educator Informational Webinar

with MSEN and the Christa McAuliffe Center

Date: Wednesday, October 28
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Zoom

Learn about how you can be trained to implement BEST AQI in your classroom!

For High School Educators: Join the MetroWest STEM Education Network to learn more about the BEST AQI - Breathing Easier: Supporting Teen Air Quality Investigations Program and Toolkit developed by the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian. Learn more about the program, and upcomingprofessional development.

For more information and registration, visit: cm-center.org/event/bestaqi