Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania

10/21/2026

Discovery Space members: YOU'RE INVITED to join us for an evening of exclusive STEM learning just for you!

Join us on Friday, October 23 from 5-6:30pm for a special after-hours event as we drop the curtain and unveil our brand-new baby shark! 🦈

Come celebrate with:

🕯️ Make-Your-Own Ocean Candle: create a calming underwater keepsake to take home!

🍿 Popcorn: grab a bag and snack while you meet our newest resident!

🔎 Exclusive after-hours access to our exhibit floor

We are so excited to welcome our little guy, and we can’t wait for our members to be the first to meet him!

Register at DiscoverySpace.org/programs.

10/21/2026

Wednesdays are for Science Adventures!

🔬 Join us 9:30–10:30am for hands-on art, STEM play, and letter-themed fun.

Best for ages 3-5.

Included with membership or paid admission.

10/13/2026

🖍️ Who's ready for another week of PreK programs? 🎨

With FOUR chances to learn and new activities each week, our early childhood programs are a hit with kiddos and their caregivers!

And the best part? These programs are FREE with admission or membership.

Which program is YOUR favorite? Tag a friend and invite them to check it out with you!

WEDNESDAY - Science Adventures
THURSDAY - Wiggle & Shake
FRIDAY - STEM Stories and Mini Motion Lab

10/13/2026

🦈 GOT A FIN-TASTIC NAME?

Our baby Whitespotted Bamboo Shark is getting settled into its new home at Discovery Space—and we need YOUR help naming it!

We’re inviting K–12 classrooms and scout troops across Pennsylvania to brainstorm their best shark names, vote as a group, and submit their winning name for a chance to become our shark’s official name. 🥳

🏆 The winning classroom will receive:
• A FREE class field trip to Discovery Space
• A shark-themed STEM lesson
• A classroom activity kit

📅 Submit your class’s name by October 30!

Think your class has the perfect name? Head to DiscoverySpace.org/Shark to enter.

Finalists will be announced November 6, and the winning name will be revealed November 23!

10/10/2026

🔬 Have you seen our new exhibit yet?

Dive into the world of mechanobiology to learn how physical forces affect living things! The Forces of Life exhibit was created by the Center for Engineering MechanoBiology in collaboration with The Franklin Institute, where it was previously on display.

🎟️ Plan your visit today and try it for yourself!

10/07/2026

Prime Day is here! Is there room for “curiosity” in your cart? 📦

Our Amazon Wishlist is full of supplies and tools that we use to inspire curiosity for all ages. From classroom materials to maker tools, every item purchased directly supports our STEM programs, interactive exhibits, and makerspace classes.

When you shop our Wishlist on Oct 6-7, look for Prime Days Deals that inspire discovery at a discount.

How to help:
✔️ Visit our Wish List: a.co/bHqtpMw
✔️ Shop for a good cause and know that your support makes a difference!

10/03/2026

Big thanks to WJAC-TV News for covering our first-ever STEM Day for Schools, a FREE field trip for middle schoolers! 💡🔧

We had an incredible day with more than 400 students from across the region, getting hands-on with robotics, drones, coding, building and more alongside our friends at KidTech.

We created STEM Day as an extension of Maker Faire Happy Valley because we believe every student should have the chance to explore, make, tinker and discover where their curiosity might lead — especially students who may not have an easy way to attend a weekend event.

With support from local partners The Hamer Foundation and AAUW-State College, we were able to make this experience free and bring the excitement of Maker Faire directly into the school day.

And we’re keeping the making going all weekend long! 🎉

Maker Faire Happy Valley is THIS weekend — Saturday 11 AM–5 PM and Sunday 11 AM–3 PM at Axemann Brewery and Titan Hollow in Bellefonte.

Come curious. Make a weekend of it. And come see what you can make!

Read/watch the full story from WJAC-TV:

WJAC provides news, weather and sports information for Johnstown, Altoona, State College and DuBois, Pennsylvania. Our coverage area includes Bedford, Everett, Somerset, Meyersdale, Ebensburg, Windber, Hollidaysburg, Huntingdon, Mount Union, Tyrone, Bellefonte, Philipsburg, Clearfield, Punxsutawney,...

10/02/2026

🗓️ THE SCHEDULE IS HERE!

Two days. Two locations. So much to see, make, try, and discover.

Here are just four of the things waiting for you:

🎨 LOW-FI MAKER STUDIO
Make something unexpected with everyday and reclaimed materials. Drop in, experiment, and see where your creativity takes you. Saturday 1–5 PM + Sunday 1–3 PM. During Maker Faire After Dark on Saturday night, the studio becomes a Brooch Bar! Special thanks to and

🎮 VISIT PINBALL JOE’S WORKSHOP
Saturday only, step inside Pinball Joe’s workshop inside for hands-on soldering, playing tips, and a behind-the-scenes look inside the machines. And yes — the first 500 visitors get a FREE pinball to take home!

⚔️ BATTLE OF THE BRICKS
Presented by & , sponsored by . Step into our storybook world, grab a Chomp Saw, and help build a mighty fortress for your team. Then build catapults and prepare for battle on Sunday at 2:30 PM!

🚂 BELLEFONTE HISTORICAL RAILROAD SOCIETY
Tour historic passenger rail cars for free and hop aboard a $5 speeder car ride during Maker Faire weekend.

Explore the full schedule and start planning your weekend →
happyvalley(dot)makerfaire(dot)com

📅 October 3–4
📍 Axemann Brewery + Titan Hollow, Bellefonte
🎟️ FREE admission

10/02/2026

Great things happen when a community comes together to make something.

We’re grateful to the businesses and organizations who helped MAKE this year’s Maker Faire Happy Valley possible.

A huge thank you to our 2026 sponsors:

Confer’s Jewelers
Happy Valley Adventure Bureau
AAUW State College
Chomp Shop
New Pig
Fulton Bank
Avail Technologies
DigiKey
Wavenumber
Make: Magazine

Maker Faire is presented by Discovery Space and The Rivet, and it’s a living example of our mission: creating opportunities for people to explore, experiment, create, and learn by doing.

Thank you for helping us bring that mission into the community and for supporting a weekend built around curiosity, creativity, and connection.

We couldn’t do it without you. 💙

📅 October 3–4
📍 Axemann Brewery + Titan Hollow, Bellefonte
Saturday 11 AM–5 PM • Sunday 11 AM–3 PM
🎟️ FREE admission

Come curious. Make a weekend of it.

09/30/2026

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT at Maker Faire Happy Valley!

Last year was our first Maker Faire. This year, we’ve grown the weekend with even more ways to explore, create, connect, and learn by doing.

— STEM Day for Schools on Friday
— TWO venues: +
— A brand new storybook-themed building experience with , and
— Maker Faire After Dark at on Saturday night
— Makers from near and far, hands-on experiences, demonstrations, workshops, train rides, and more

None of this would be possible without our dedicated makers, volunteers, and supporters.

And the best part? Most of it is absolutely FREE!

📍 Oct. 3–4 | Axemann Brewery and Titan Hollow
Saturday 11–5 • Sunday 11–3

Let curiosity lead the way and MAKE a weekend of it.

FULL DETAILS & SCHEDULE:
HappyValley.MakerFaire.com


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