Second Saturdays for Students at RAFT: Hands-On Fun Every Month!
Looking for a fun and educational way for students to spend the weekend? Join us for Second Saturdays at RAFT—a monthly arts & crafts workshop series designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and STEAM learning in students of all ages!
Held on the second Saturday of each month in our STEAM Classroom, each workshop features a unique seasonal theme with engaging activities that brings a new opportunity for kids to invent, build, and explore.
Arts & Crafts Workshop Calendar
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Summer Workshop: Float Your Boat! ⛵
Set sail into summer with a hands-on boat-building adventure at RAFT! Kids and families are invited to get creative using craft materials to build their own boat and test it in water—a perfect activity to cool down and explore STEAM concepts in action.
📅 Date: Saturday, July 12
⏰ Time: 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Location: RAFT - 1355 Ridder Park Dr., San Jose, CA 95131
Craft & Create Pack: $5 each
Each pack includes materials to build one boat, a free surprise gift, and a $5 shopping coupon at the RAFT Store!
Families are welcome to share a pack or purchase one per child (or adult!) for more hands-on fun. This summer workshop is perfect for children, parents, and educators looking for a playful way to dive into learning.
Testimonials
"Science is for Me! is amazing! The use of illustration allows students to visualize and better understand the project."
- Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Boys and Girls Club Silicon Valley
Your Support Helps Educators
We provide recycled and low-cost STEAM learning materials, makerspace support, and professional development workshops for over 8,000 educators and their 150,000 students in the Bay Area and nationwide.