North Bay Science Discovery Day

08/26/2026

We are excited to announce the 15th annual North Bay Science Discovery Day on May 2, 2027, at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. This free community festival will feature over 150 interactive exhibits, hands-on experiments, and the new 4-H ChickenQue!

We invite sponsors to join us in inspiring the next generation of scientists. Exhibitor registration opens in October. Don't miss this chance to strengthen our regional STEM ecosystem!

07/16/2026

Youth in grades 7–12 can join the 2026–2027 Farm Robotics Academy to design and test solutions to real agricultural challenges using robotics, drones, sensors, or AI. Teams may participate through 4-H, FFA, or school programs. Funding is available for equipment and materials. Proposal deadline: November 13, 2026. https://www.farmroboticsacademy.ai/

06/23/2026

Tinker Academy engaging 23 middle schoolers this week at the Santa Rosa Junior College Makerspace! You explore ideas, solve problems, work together, and gain confidence as makers, thinkers, and innovators.

Program co-sponsored by Sonoma County Office of Education, Santa Rosa Junior College, UC 4-H, and funded by Imagine Science.

05/27/2026

Registration open for the Climate Connection Academy, July 13 to 17, 9am to 3pm | College of Marin-Indian Valley Campus, Middle school youth | $50 | https://qrco.de/SF4H

An environmental education academy that supports youth in seeing themselves as people who belong in nature, and in climate solutions. Engage in experiential learning, outdoor labs, guest speakers, and a capstone project that connects local environmental questions to practical action.

04/11/2026

We thank LucasFilm ILM and 501st Garrison for being at the event! See you next year.

We review North Bay Science Discovery Day.

04/01/2026

Ready for summer STEM adventures?

The 2026 STEM Summer Academies are open for middle and high school students. These week-long day camps on community college campuses feature hands-on learning, guest speakers, field experiences, campus tours, and a capstone project.

Explore three great options:
1. Tinker Academy at Santa Rosa Junior College (June 23-26) for youth entering grades 6-9
2. Climate Connections Academy at College of Marin - Indian Valley (July 13-17) for youth entering grades 6-9
3. Drone Academy at Napa Valley College (July 20-24) for teens ages 13-18

Register here: [https://qrco.de/SF4H](https://qrco.de/SF4H)

03/08/2026

Wonderful celebration of science! Thank you to these incredible volunteers for their time and energy!