Stevie The Inventor's Rubberband Powered Car Grand Prix @ Wadsworth Library

Schedule

Mon Nov 17 2025 at 04:00 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Wadsworth Library | Philadelphia, PA

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Join Stevie The Inventor for a high-energy, hands-on STEM workshop where kids design, build, and race their very own Rubberband Powered Car
About this Event

Stevie The Inventor’s Rubberband Powered Car Grand Prix 🚗💨
Monday, November 17, 2025 • 4:00–5:30 PM
Wadsworth Library (Free Library of Philadelphia)

Ready, set… INVENT! Join Stevie The Inventor for a high-energy, hands-on STEM workshop where kids design, build, and race their very own Rubberband Powered Cars. This unforgettable Grand Prix blends creativity, engineering, and friendly competition—perfect for young makers and future problem-solvers.

What to Expect
Build & Learn: Step-by-step guidance to construct a rubberband-powered racer using simple materials.

STEM in Action: Explore force, motion, friction, and energy transfer in a fun, kid-friendly way.

Grand Prix Races: Test, tweak, and race your car on our mini track for prizes and bragging rights!

Creator Spotlight: Meet Stevie The Inventor and hear how real ideas become real inventions.

Who Should Attend
Ages: 6–12 (caregivers welcome)

Experience: No prior STEM or building experience required

What’s Included
All building materials provided

Safety demo & tinkering time

Grand Prix race & awards

Photo moment with Stevie The Inventor (and a surprise shout-out to our top racers!)

Schedule
4:00 PM – Check-In & Welcome

4:10 PM – Build Your Car (guided)

4:45 PM – Test, Tweak & Learn

5:00 PM – Grand Prix Races

5:20 PM – Awards & Wrap-Up

Important Details
Cost: Free with registration (limited seats)

Location: Wadsworth Library, Free Library of Philadelphia

Duration: ~90 minutes

Accessibility: The program space is accessible; please note any accommodations at registration.

Why Kids Love It
Create something from scratch and see it move!

Friendly competition keeps it exciting

Take-home learning that sparks curiosity long after the event

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Where is it happening?

Wadsworth Library, 1500 Wadsworth Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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