MAKER’S CALENDAR
Our favorite events from around the world.
100 Hours of Astronomy »
April 2–5, worldwide
100 Hours of Astronomy is a United Nationssponsored event consisting of a series of live webcasts and astronomical observing events. It coincides with the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s first astronomical observations with a telescope. 100hoursofastronomy.org
Levin Stargazers public star party, New Zealand.
Photograph by Paul M oss, astronomy.net.nz (top)
» MARCH
» RobotChallenge
March 21, Vienna, Austria
It’s one of the biggest competitions in Europe for autonomous and mobile robots. Challenges include line following, bipedal motion, robot sumo, and freestyle robot creations. robotchallenge.at/en
» Discovery Week
March 23–April 3, San Diego, Calif.
San Diego’s first-ever science festival. Scientists will visit local schools; companies and universities will open their labs for tours and exhibits; and the Science Expo will take place in Balboa Park. sdsciencefestival.com
» APRIL
« Catapults of Château des Baux-de-Provence
April 1–Sept. 30, Arles, France
Three full-scale replicas of medieval siege warfare machines demonstrate power and grace, certain to inspire mechanically minded makers to conceive their own hurling projects. makezine.com/go/chateau
» Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Launch
April 24, Cape Canaveral, Fla.
This launch is the first mission in the U.S. Vision of Space Exploration program, which aims to return astronauts to the moon, build a lunar outpost, and press on to Mars. nasa.gov/missions/highlights/schedule.html
» Boston Cyberarts Festival
April 24–May 10, Boston, Mass.
One of the largest collaborations of electronic and computer-based artists in North America. Techno/artistic events encompass the visual arts, electronic music, dance, and more. bostoncyberarts.org
» MAY
» 40th Annual Kinetic Grand Championship Race
May 24–26, Arcata, Calif.
This “triathlon of the art world” takes place when human-powered kinetic racers tackle a 30-plus-mile course of pavement, mud, sand, and water. These vehicles are also elaborate works of art. kineticuniverse.com
» Maker Faire
May 30–31, San Mateo, Calif.
Our very own Maker Faire is a family-friendly event for creative, resourceful people of all ages and backgrounds who like to tinker and love to make things. In other words, it’s for people like you. makerfaire.com
IMPORTANT: All times, dates, locations, and events are subject to change. Verify all information before making plans to attend.
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