A group of people who are passionate about science and technology got together at Home Base Youth Centre to lead kids to explore the joy of science this past weekend.

The workshop was made possible by a organization called STEAM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Previously hosted Stitches and Switches workshop at Makerspace YK.

Andrew Speakman, who was volunteering at the event, said that everyone who attended is interested in science and leading-edge technologies SA国际影视传媒� and getting youth engaged and involved was why they were there.

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Gillian Cameron, family and natural supports coordinator with Home Base Youth Centre said that seeing youth have fun in this workshop made her feel great.

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Cameron also said that youth should always be willing to try new things

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