Fun Saturday Mornings!

Join us for Fun Saturday Mornings at UMass Downtown! Free and open to the public, these family-friendly programs take place Saturdays from July 11 through August 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Each week features a different hands-on activity designed to inspire creativity, exploration, and summer fun for children and families.
July 11: Build Your Own Mini Aquariums
Build your own underwater scene inside a plastic mason jar! Layer colorful gravel, add plants, divers, and fishy friends to create a magical ocean world to take home and treasure.
July 18: Make Your Own Shoebox Foosball Game
Kids build their own mini soccer stadium out of a shoebox! Flick, score, and bring home a game you can play all summer and celebrate the world cup finals!
July 25: Paint & Plant
In celebration of National Take Your Houseplant for a Walk Day, decorate a terracotta pot, plant a seed, and head home to watch it grow.
August 1: Summer Send-Off Carnival
The perfect send-off to a summer of Fun Saturday Mornings! In partnership with Amherst Rec, come enjoy games, treats, and music. Pick your favorite craft from the summer to take home and keep!