Discover Manufacturing
Manufacturing is all about making things - cars, furniture, food products, tools, and more. It’s one of Michigan’s biggest industries and offers good-paying jobs in areas like robotics, welding, design and machine operation. Manufacturers in West Michigan are looking for the next generation to help build the future. Whether you like working with your hands or using technology to solve problems, there’s a place for you in manufacturing.
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Tech Fest
This is a community technology festival designed to inspire and engage high school and college students, as well as community members. The event features self-paced, hands-on stations led by students and industry professionals covering various technological topics. Drop in at your convenience and plan to spend 45 minutes to and hour engaging with the exhibits.
No RSVP is required.
When
February 5, 2026 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM EST
Where
Montcalm Community College - 2800 College Dr, Sidney, MI, 48885
STEAM Along the Lakeshore
STEAM Along the Lakeshore is an interactive event designed to engage students from Pre-K to 12th grade and their families in hands-on activities centered around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM).Hands on activities for all students and parents. This event is hosted by Hackley Public Library, Muskegon Community College Lakeshore Fab Lab, Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon Museum of Art and West Michigan Works! Agribusiness Talent Council.
When
May 2, 2026 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
Where
Downtown Muskegon. Begin your journey at Hackley Park to register and get your tee-shirt.
AI Open House
Join us for our virtual AI Open House and connect directly with faculty, advisors, and program experts to learn about the educational opportunities available in one of today's fastest-growing fields. Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, creating new career opportunities, and changing how organizations operate. Who Should Attend Whether you're exploring your first degree, considering a career change, looking to build new skills, or preparing for leadership in AI, Grand Valley State...
When
June 30, 2026 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Where
Online via Zoom
JA BizTown Summer Camp
The JA BizTown Summer Camp is available for rising 4th-7th grade students for the 26-27 academic school year and will be held July 13th-17th. Throughout the week, students will hear from guest speakers from the community, participate in hands on activities, and after learning about various money and business topics, will run their business in JA BizTown for the day!
When
July 13, 2026 9:00 AM EDT
Where
Huizenga Family JA Free Enterprise Center
4090 Lake Dr. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
JA Imagine STEM Summer Camp
The JA Imagine STEM Summer Camp is available for rising 6th-8th grade students for the 26-27 academic school year and will be held July 27th-31st. Each day campers will learn about careers and skills associated with different areas of STEM, hear from speakers within those fields, conduct experiments, and complete design thinking challenges related to the work students might find themselves doing in these careers!
When
July 27, 2026 9:00 AM EDT
Where
Huizenga Family JA Free Enterprise Center
4090 Lake Dr. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Careerline Tech Center Open House
Open House for those students, families and community members interested in what Ottawa Area ISD Careerline Tech Center has to offer.
When
November 5, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM EST
Where
Careerline Tech Center Winter Open House
Students & families interested in attending Careerline Tech Center for the 27-28 or 28-29 school years are invited to attend the Ottawa Area ISD Careerline Tech Center Open House.
When
January 21, 2027 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM EST
Where
Michigan State University Science Festival
The MSU Science Festival is a free annual celebration of science, fueled by some of the basic elements essential to scientific inquiry: curiosity, wonder, and discovery. With events for the whole family to enjoy, the MSU Science Festival explores topics ranging from the ordinary to the extraordinary. From astronomy to music, and chemistry to microbiology; scientists and educators across the state are eager to share the wonder of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. The 14th an...
When
April 1, 2026
Where
Events are held across the Michigan State University campus in East Lansing including laboratories, museums, and gardens, as well as at various partner locations throughout Michigan.