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� Something BIG is coming to Conestoga Mall! Parents, mark your calendars because the ultimate weekend family plan just dropped.The City of Waterloo Museum, in partnership with Conestoga Mall, is throwing a massive, free, one-day-only community STEM celebration—and you’re invited! �
� STEM Starts Here: Celebrating Waterloo Region Innovators
� Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
� Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Drop-in format)
� Location: Conestoga Mall – Winners Court
� Cost: completely FREE!
Presented alongside the museum's incredible Iron Willed: Women in STEM exhibition, this interactive showcase is bringing together the brightest minds in our region to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, tech gurus, and math whizzes.
� Here is a sneak peek of what you and the kids can do:
� Control robots with your hands and code a Mars rover exploration course.
� Experiment with quantum science and see how light can hide secret information.
� Win prizes like a 3D-printed giraffe keychain by tackling fun wildlife quizzes and crafts.
� Crush mind-bending puzzles, dive into space mysteries, and explore how the human heart works!
Whether your kids are obsessed with science or just love a hands-on challenge, this is the perfect Saturday drop-in event. No registration required—just show up, explore, and get inspired by the world-changing work happening right here in Waterloo Region!
� Save this post, tag a friend who loves free family events, and we’ll see you at Winners Court on October 17!
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CMI - 550 King St N, P.O. Box 337, STN Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada
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