Summer at the Connect Center |
A lot is happening at the Connect Center this season, and we wanted to make it easy to find everything in one place. |
From Summer of S.T.E.A.M. registration to discounted community event tickets and ways to get involved with Tacos for Life, here’s what families and community members need to know. |
Summer of S.T.E.A.M. Registration is Open |
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Summer of S.T.E.A.M. returns June 29 through August 7, bringing six weeks of hands-on learning, creativity, and fun to the Connect Center.
Whether your child is interested in technology, music, art, cooking, photography, gaming, or simply trying something new, there’s a program designed to spark their curiosity and build new skills. Students can participate in the full program or choose the weeks that match their interests. |
Six Weeks. Endless Possibilities. |
Every week features different hands-on courses. Choose the class your child is most excited about, or join us for multiple weeks of discovery and creativity. |
Week 1: June 29 – July 3
- Game Development & Design
- Fire Squad
- Digital Photography
Perfect for students who love technology, creativity, and hands-on experiments. |
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Week 2: July 6 – July 10
- Beats Lab
- Hip Hop Culture & Dance
- International Cuisine
Explore music, movement, and flavors from around the world. |
Week 3: July 13 – July 17
- SMART Art
- Baking Foundations
- Sonic Builders
Build creativity while learning practical art, baking, and music production skills. |
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Week 4: July 20 – July 24
- STEAM Week
- Art in Nature
- The Chopping Block
Meet professionals, create with nature, and take on exciting cooking challenges. |
Week 5: July 27 – July 31
- Reboot
- Paper Portals
- Pasta Making Foundations
Take computers apart, tell stories through art, and make fresh pasta from scratch. |
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Week 6: August 3 – August 7
Finish the summer with kitchen skills and gaming competitions in a fun, collaborative environment. |
Registration is simple, and scholarship assistance is available for families who need it. Whether your child joins for one course or several weeks, Summer of S.T.E.A.M. is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create lasting memories. |
Get the Mac & Cheese Bowl +
Tacos for Life Combo Ticket |
Looking for a fun way to support your community while enjoying two of the Capital Region’s favorite food events? This is the best deal of the season. |
Start with Tacos for Life, the Connect Center’s 6th Annual Fundraiser on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Enjoy the Best Taco in the 518 competition, local vendors, family activities, and community entertainment while supporting STEAM-based youth programs and community initiatives.
Then, join the Regional Food Bank Mac & Cheese Bowl on Saturday, October 17, 2026, where local restaurants serve their best mac & cheese creations in a family-friendly event that helps fight hunger throughout our region.
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Here’s the best part:
The Tacos for Life + Mac & Cheese Bowl Combo Ticket gives you admission to both events at a discounted price.
Only 100 combo tickets are available. Once they’re sold, this special offer is gone, making it one of the best values for anyone planning to attend both events.
Whether you’re coming for the tacos, the mac & cheese, or simply to support two great causes, don’t wait to reserve your spot.Insert your text here |
Tacos for Life is one of the Connect Center’s favorite community traditions, bringing together local restaurants, businesses, families, and volunteers for an afternoon of great food, friendly competition, and community impact.
Whether you’d like to attend, become a sponsor, showcase your business as a vendor, compete for the title of Best Taco in the 518, or volunteer behind the scenes, there are plenty of ways to be part of this year’s event. |
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