September is back-to-school month, and Sony’s Wonder Technology Lab has fun, entertaining, hands-on — and let’s not forget — educational activities to get kids back into the swing of things.
Children ages 7 and up can explore the little world of nanotechnology on Sept. 1 from 1 to 3 pm with hands-on activities just suited for wee fingers.
Ever wanted a robot of your own? On Sept. 8 Sony provides the motors, screws, and recycled materials, and budding builders provide the imagination to create a robot to take home. The workshop is 11 am to 1 pm, for children 8 and up, and admission is $10 per child.
Tech fun continues on Sept. 22, when children learn the basics of stop-motion filming by making their own animated monster mash — editing, tweaking, and burning a copy to take home. Admission is $6 per child. Event runs from 11 am to 1 pm, is for children 8 years and older, and requires reservations.
Don’t miss a Dora the Explorer movie on Sept. 15 from 11 am to noon. After the flick, moms, dads, and the whole gang can learn to salsa from trained professionals from noon to 1 pm. On Sept. 29 there’s another Dora movie, followed by craft time when kids can make their own star pillows. Admission for both events is $5 per person. Reservations are not required, but are strongly recommended, especially for younger ones.
Sony Wonder Technology Lab [550 Madison Ave. between 55th and 56th streets in Midtown, (212) 833–8100, www.sonywondertechlab.com]. Open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm; closed Mondays and Sundays. Admission free, unless otherwise noted.
