The National Engineers Week Foundation, with its cornerstone program, National Engineers Week, strives to reach out to current and future generations of engineering talent. Join E-week events this February 14-20, 2010, around the country at engineering schools, museums, and other organizations.

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Join the Second Annual African American History Program Free Family Day at the Koshland Science Museum in Washington, DC., Sat., February 6, to explore the issues surround the 2010 census and American cultural perceptions of race.

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In this Tufts University Center for Engineering Education and Outreach, Students will work to design, build, and program LEGO robots to participate in the LEGO Winter Olympics. Date: Jan 23, 2010. 9:00-12:00 – Grades 1-3, 1:00-4:00 – Grades 4-6. Location: Tufts University CEEO on the Medford Campus. Cost: $50

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Science Saturdays at Montana State University’s Extended University are designed for kids ages 10-15 (younger ones welcomed if accompanied by a parent). Students participate in hands-on experiments, learn about exciting new projects, and meet the scientists and MSU students shaping the future in Montana. One Saturday each month, Jan. – April; please check the schedule.

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