Funded by the West Virginia Department of Tourism
Register for any/all of the workshops here: https://form.jotform.com/210744135957156
*No cost to attend *
Please note that several of our workshops are offered as a series. Participants are expected to attend all sessions in the series.
STEAM Forensic Science Workshop Series
April 8th, 15th, and 22nd (5pm-7pm)
This workshop is open to 6th to 12th graders
Have you ever wanted to solve a crime like a real forensic scientist? In this hands-on workshop series, you’ll step inside the world of forensic investigation. Learn how forensic anthropologists study human skeletons to uncover clues, lift and analyze fingerprints, and even calculate the trajectory of blood spatter. Join forensic science professor Dr. Kristy Henson as she takes you behind the scenes of a real forensic science lab and shows you how science helps solve mysteries.
Chocolate STEAM Workshop
April 18th, 10am-4 pm
This workshop is open to 6th-12th graders
A scheduled lunch break will be included. Participants should plan to bring their own lunch. If a lunch is forgotten or a participant is unable to bring one, The Hub Café is happy to provide an alternative.
Join us for a hands-on chocolate workshop where science, culture, and creativity come together! Participants will explore the fascinating history and global journey of chocolate, learn about the biology of the cacao plant (including a plant discovery walk in Hollowell Park), and dive into the science of chocolate making through real tempering experiments. From understanding shine and snap to troubleshooting texture, students will think like food scientists while creating and testing their own original recipes. The day wraps up with reflection and, of course, delicious final products—an engaging experience that blends biology, chemistry, culture, and culinary innovation!
STEAM Resin Crafting Workshop Series
May 2nd (12-2pm), May 8th (4-6pm), and May 9th (12-2pm)
This workshop is open to 6th-12th graders
Join us for three immersive two-hour workshops where art and science come together in a hands-on creative experience. Participants will design and create their own wearable and decorative pieces while exploring the chemical and functional differences between eco-friendly resin and gypsum-based casting materials. Along the way, students will learn the fundamentals of digital design and precision measurement, examine resin chemistry as a polymer—including ratios, curing times, and environmental factors—and practice planning, documentation, and construction skills. By blending art, chemistry, design, and engineering, students will gain valuable experience in both creative expression and scientific thinking while leaving with a beautiful piece they designed themselves.
Patterns in Nature STEAM Workshop Series
June 23rd and 25th from 1-4 pm
This workshop is open to participants ages 6-12
Join workshop leader Carli Mareneck on an exciting journey exploring the beauty and importance of patterns in nature. Have you ever noticed how patterns repeat all around us? From the spirals of seashells and the symmetry of flowers to the branching of trees and rivers, nature is filled with stunning and powerful designs. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore spirals, symmetry, branching, and fractals in the natural world while discovering how these patterns help living systems grow, survive, and function. Through scientific observation and mathematical thinking, learners will deepen their understanding and express their discoveries through creative, hands-on activities. Blending science, technology, engineering, art, and math, this engaging experience encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity—perfect for learners who love to explore, create, and see the world in a whole new way.
The High Rocks Hub Cafe is a non-profit café and community space offering delicious drinks and meals, catering, workshops, events, rentals, seasonal local produce and goods, and great customer service. We are a learn-and-earn leadership training program and also offer free dinners and tutoring for young people. Your support of our business and programs directly advances the High Rocks’ mission to educate, empower, and inspire young people in West Virginia and beyond.
High Rocks Hub Cafe, 232 N. Lee Street, Lewisburg, WV 24901
Hub@highrocks.org
304-647-4994
