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$1,000 Donation Milestone!
We're so pleased to announce that our Mother's Day fundraising sale was a wonderful success thanks to our amazing community! Your generous support helped us raise $341 for Startship Children hospital. This achievement is especially meaningful as we/ve now reached our $1,000 donation milestone! From all of us to all of you - thank you for making a difference in the lives of children and their family who need it most. Your kindness and generosity continue to inspire us. To cont
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May 24, 20252 min read


Mazes & Math
In our May workshop, participants had designed and built their own mazes. The goal was to show how the world of mathematics isn’t just about numbers on a page: it can be hands-on and fun! By using simple materials like cardboard and straws, we were able to explore mathematical thinking in a playful way. We aimed to make complex geometry concepts like angles, symmetry, and patterns tangible and exciting. Through this workshop, we helped change the perception of maths, transfor
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May 24, 20252 min read


Mother's Day Fundraising Sale
Following the success of our Valentine's Day fundraiser, we're back with more 100% handmade Mother's Day gifts ! All items are lovingly crafted by children and parents. Every dollar raised will be donated to Starship Children's Hospital to help children in need - a wonderful tribute to all mothers. What's on offer: Handcrafted flower bouquets Beautiful handbags Stylish scarves, gloves, and hats And many more surprises! When : Friday, May 9th to Sunday, May 11th Where :
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May 8, 20251 min read


May 2025 Library Workshop: Mazes & Math
Love puzzles and building things? Come explore the surprising maths behind mazes! In this workshop, you'll get to build your own maze using cardboard and straws. As you plan out all your twists and turns, you’ll explore geometry concepts like angles, symmetry and patterns. We'll provide all the materials, so just bring your curiosity and creativity! 🗓 Date: Saturday, 24 May 2025 🕑 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm 📍 Location: Albany Village Library 💰 Cost: Free
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May 1, 20251 min read


Lighting Up Intergenerational Warmth Through STEAM
On Thursday, April 24th, we hosted a heartwarming workshop at the Settlers Lifestyle Village, where grandparents and their grandchildren...
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Apr 29, 20255 min read


Mother’s Day Workshop
Mother's Day is just two weeks away, and today, we held our monthly workshop focused on creating something special for Mother's Day
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Apr 26, 20251 min read


Celebrate Easter with a Twist of Tech!
Easter in Aotearoa is all about relaxing with whānau, enjoying chocolate eggs and embracing the changing season. But this year, it’s extra special! With the school holidays falling right alongside Easter, there’s plenty of time not only to relax but build your STEM skills and try something new. To make your break both creative and fun, we’ve put together a few Easter-inspired tech projects for you to explore and enjoy. Virtual Bunny Game No Arduino or robotics gear at home? N
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Apr 16, 20252 min read


Exploring Engineering Through Hydraulics
In our recent workshop, we had the opportunity to share our knowledge of hydraulics with participants. The session introduced them to basic hydraulic principles and how they are applied in real-life engineering. Participants each built a functional hydraulic arm using syringes, tubing and wood, gaining hands-on experience with the relationship between water pressure and mechanical movement. It was super satisfying to see their creation come to life and move with the push of a
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Apr 13, 20253 min read


April 2025 Library Workshop: Mechanical Flower
Join us for a special Mother's Day Magic workshop where Kids can create a unique gift that will bloom anytime they wish. In this...
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Apr 1, 20251 min read


Thank you for making our Automata Workshop Special!
We are grateful for all the children and families who participated in our last workshop at the Albany Village Library, where we had the...
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Feb 25, 20251 min read


With thanks to our amazing community: your support made a difference
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came to our fundraising sale event for Starship and shared their generosity through donations....
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Feb 22, 20251 min read


Automata: More than Just a Toy
Mos t people think of automata as simple toys, but there is much more to them. Essentially the ancestors of robots, automata (the plural of automaton) refers to mechanical devices designed to perform tasks on their own, often taking the form of human or animal figures. They are constructed to create the illusion of independent movement, powered entirely by clever clockwork and hand-cranked mechanisms. Key Facts The history of automata stretches back to ancient times, with ear
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Feb 14, 20254 min read


March 2025 Library Workshop: Unearth your Easter Treasure
Come be an engineer for a day. Build : Create your own wooden hydraulic machine Discover: The power of water (hydraulic science) Win:...
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Feb 8, 20251 min read


Kids helping kids--fundraising event for Starship
Our journey to fundraising for Starship began during a market day fundraiser for our own club. This experience opened our eyes to a powerful realization: we have the capability to extend our efforts to support other important organizations like Starship. Our connection to this cause is deeply personal – as we have been children ourselves, many of us have been touched by Starship's care at various points in our lives. Our Message: "Kids Helping Kids " Through this fundraising
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Jan 23, 20252 min read


A Morning Full of STEAM at Albany Village Library
After lots of planning and preparation, our team, the KORU STEM club, finally managed to put together an engaging workshop, targeting younger children, at Albany Village Library. We all had such a blast and the children who participated were remarkably receptive to the intricate challenge and performed exceptionally! The Idea The idea had started to form when we realized how many creative workshops had stopped occurring in the library during the summer break, so we thought, "
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Jan 23, 20254 min read


February 2025 Library Workshop: Automata
Calling all creators! We warmly invite you to join us on a mechanical toy adventure! Create your very own wooden “automata”, an ancient art of making mechanical structures. Automata have long delighted people by turning simple mechanisms into moving sculptures that can even tell stories. This workshop is a perfect blend of engineering and art for curious minds who enjoy creating something with their hands. All materials are provided. No prior experience needed - just bring yo
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Jan 11, 20251 min read


January 2025 Library Workshop: Paper Circuit
Join us for our very first workshop at the Albany Village Library in North Auckland. Ready to bring your cards to life with a dash of...
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Jan 5, 20251 min read


Bridging Generations and Sharing Holiday Spirit Through STEAM: A Morning at Lady Allum Retirement Village
Our student-led STEM club recently hosted a morning workshop at Lady Allum Retirement Village, showing how thoughtfully designed STEAM...
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Dec 22, 20243 min read


Library Workshop Location Confirmed
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be holding monthly STEM workshops at Albany Village Library in North Auckland starting in 2025, with the first session kicking off in January! Each workshop will feature an interactive talk, engaging games and a hands-on STEM project - perfect for curious young minds who love to learn by doing. While the exact date and project for the first workshop are still to be confirmed, we’ll keep you updated as soon as everything is finalised. Our
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Dec 20, 20241 min read


Spark the Holidays: Light-Up Christmas Cards!
After two months of extensive planning and preparation, our club's first workshop was a success! We were so fortunate to be joined by the wonderful residents at the Lady Allum Retirement Village. The residents had the opportunity to build simple electric circuits on paper to create light-up Christmas cards for themselves and their loved ones. This activity demonstrated that circuits don’t have to be complex to be effective. It was truly inspiring to see the seniors engage so
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Dec 19, 20243 min read
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