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Spring Robotics popup #2

Join us for another robotics popup workshop in collaboration with members of the CSMB Robotics Team

Sunday, May 17 1:00-4:00PM

Click here for more information and application for Spring Robotics Popup #2

SUMMER 2026

Poster workshop

Make your voice heard by creating powerful posters for your next protest or demonstration.

mondays 6/1 & 6/8 4:00-6:00PM

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monster stuffies

Learn how to use simple circuitry to modify your favorite stuffy

wednesdays 6/3 & 6/10 4:00-6:00PM

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Maker book club: Robotics

Robotics and reading combine to create a dynamic, hands-on learning experience for students.

Mondays 6/15-8/10 4:00-6:00PM

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wired and inspired

Develop your own speculative fiction story while experimenting with Micro:Bits, MakeyMakeys, and Scratch.

Mondays 6/15-8/10 6:00-8:00

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mind mending

Fiber arts and fiction writing combine for a meditative experiences.

tuesdays 6/9-8/4 4:00-6:00PM

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pergola panel build

Learn basic carpentry skills to build panels for a local community garden’s new pergola.

tuesdays 6/9-7/28 6:00-8:00PM\

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Home Maintenance Skills

Learn how to take care of your home’s plumbing, electrical and more.

Wednesdays 7/9-8/13 4:00-6:00PM

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SHINE YOUR LIGHT

Through mindful movement, reflective and creative reading and writing, and engaging circuitry and woodworking projects, participants will enhance their confidence and self-esteem.

WEDNESDAYS 6/10-8/12 6:00-8:00PM

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Dungeons and dragons campaign

Use your creativity and imagination to create and play as your very own character in our highly-anticipated inaugural D&D campaign.

THURSDAYS 6/11-8/13 4:00-6:00PM

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Principles of Architecture

The second in our planned sequence of design-related workshops for youth interested in architecture or engineering as a career field.

thursdays 6/25-8/13 6:00-8:00PM

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COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB

During Community Book Club, we’ll have a facilitated book club discussion, then spend the rest of the evening hanging out in the shop. Participants can work on existing projects, start something new, or just hang out with their LitShop friends, all under the supervision of LitShop staff. We've even been known to karaoke! Dinner and snacks provided.

***SUMMER 2026 BOOK CLUB TITLES ANNOUNCED IN LATE APRIL***

COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB #3: FRIDAY, 6/26 5:00-8:00PM TITLE TBD

COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB #4: FRIDAY, 8/7 5:00-8:00PM TITLE TBD

Click here for more information and application for Summer Community Book Clubs

COMMUNITY ACTION BUILDS

Community Action Builds give LitShop youth an opportunity to put their skills to work to meet needs in their community. We collaborate with other organizations to find opportunities that best fit our youth, their talents, and their passions. These one-day workshops are eligible for volunteer hours for scouts, NJHS/NHS, or other service groups.

RAMP BUILD W/GHSP

Saturday 6/13 9:00AM-2:30 PM

Click here for more information and application for Ramp Build w/GHSP

OPEN SHOP

Shop’s open! During Open Shop, LitShop youth can work on independent projects or try something new using LitShop’s tools, equipment and supplies.LitShop staff will be available to support and suggest new projects. Open Shop is drop-in and no registration is required. All current and former LitShop youth welcome!

SUMMER OPEN SHOP SCHEDULE

Fridays 6/12-8-21

THANK YOU to our Summer 2026 workshop collaborators: