Looking for a Fun, Inspiring, Interactive Event for Families?
Join us for the FREE Family Education, Arts & Innovation Showcase on Saturday, July 18, from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM at Abbott Square in downtown Santa Cruz.
Reserve your family's spot here: https://3de.club/showcase
Designed especially for families with children ages 8–12, this exciting community event combines interactive arts, music, dance, theatre, creativity, entrepreneurship, and technology into one experience.
Family Arts & Education Showcase (11:00 AM–12:00 PM)
Children won't just watch—they'll participate! Enjoy interactive activities and performances from outstanding local organizations:
- Participate in a Drawing Challenge assisted by Janice Serilla
- Performance and Sing-Along with Genoa Brown from Everyone's Music School
- Interactive Dance Experience with Paris Cannon and the International Academy of Dance
- Fun Activities with Lindsey Chester, Founder of All About Theatre
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Showcase (12:00 PM–1:00 PM)
Meet local innovators and discover how ideas become real-world products. Featured presenters include:
- Doug Erickson, Executive Director of Santa Cruz Works – Keynote - First Steps for Young Entrepreneurs
- Milo (Age 10), 3DE Club Student Entrepreneur – Presenting his "Boss Station" 3D-printed pencil holder and sharing how kids can turn ideas into real products.
- Niall Macken, Director of Spanner Design – How professional designers use design-thinking to transform ideas into products used by real customers.
- David Silverglate, Founder of Sky Design Studio – Behind the scenes of toy invention, 3D design, and rapid prototyping.
- Chris Bley from Dart – Modern manufacturing, product development, and a special appearance by RoboDog!
Every Child Goes Home with Something!
Every child who participates in the Drawing Challenge will receive a FREE 3D-printed animal to take home (while supplies last). Kids will also enjoy:
- FREE Books for Kids – Take home a free book and discover new worlds through reading.
- Meet RoboDog – Experience how technology, design, and creativity come together.
- Raffle Prize– Participate to win an incredible nearly 3-foot-long articulated 3D-printed dragon
- Hands-On Activities – Interactive exhibits, prizes, and giveaways