STEM from Scratch
Scratch Programming
Thursday, March 13
10:30am - 1:45pm
Central Branch
AuditoriumUnleash your creativity in this interactive workshop where you’ll design and build your own game using Scratch, a visual programming platform perfect for beginners. Age 8-12
We’ll also introduce you to the exciting world of computer vision using Teachable Machine, a tool that allows you to train your AI model without any coding. You’ll connect your custom AI model to Scratch and use it to control your game, creating a unique and interactive experience. Along the way, you’ll learn how to create characters, design gameplay mechanics, and bring your ideas to life. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a fully functional game that you can share and play with others!
This workshop is being led by volunteers from STEM from Scratch, a high school student-led organization providing STEM-related opportunities to students across Halton.
Pizza and snacks will be provided at the workshop.
Parents/Guardians are required to stay in the library for the duration of the program if your child is younger than 10 years of age.
What You’ll Learn:
- Basics of game design using Scratch
- How to create and customize characters and interactions
- Introduction to computer vision with Teachable Machine
- Connecting your AI model to Scratch for interactive gameplay
Requirements:
- A laptop with internet access and a functioning webcam (If not available, will be provided)
- No prior experience necessary
- Age range 8-12
Who Should Attend:
- Students and beginners interested in game design, AI, and creative coding
- Anyone looking to explore programming in a visual, block-based environment
AGE GROUP: | Tween (9-12) |
EVENT TYPE: | Maker & Technology |
TAGS: | Scratch Programming | March Break | Coding |
Central Branch
Central Branch is the largest of Oakville Public Library’s seven locations. Located in downtown Oakville, it spans three floors of adult and children’s collections, the local and family history collections in the Oakville Room, with spacious meeting and study spaces. Central Branch also serves as the library’s administrative headquarters and shares space with Oakville Galleries. Just steps from Sixteen Mile Creek and Lake Ontario, the branch offers scenic views and a welcoming environment for learning and community connection. With a new facility slated for 2028, the new Central Branch is set to become a landmark building for Downtown Oakville. Guided by community insight, the redesigned library branch will offer flexible and accessible spaces that celebrate Oakville’s history, support lifelong learning, and promote community connections.