Join us for Fun Saturday Mornings at UMass Downtown! Free and open to the public, these family-friendly programs take place Saturdays from July 11 through August 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Each week features a different hands-on activity designed to inspire creativity, exploration, and summer fun for children and families.

July 11: Build Your Own Mini Aquariums

Build your own underwater scene inside a plastic mason jar! Layer colorful gravel, add plants, divers, and fishy friends to create a magical ocean world to take home and treasure.

July 18: Make Your Own Shoebox Foosball Game

Kids build their own mini soccer stadium out of a shoebox! Flick, score, and bring home a game you can play all summer and celebrate the world cup finals!

July 25: Paint & Plant

In celebration of National Take Your Houseplant for a Walk Day, decorate a terracotta pot, plant a seed, and head home to watch it grow.

August 1: Summer Send-Off Carnival

The perfect send-off to a summer of Fun Saturday Mornings! In partnership with Amherst Rec, come enjoy games, treats, and music. Pick your favorite craft from the summer to take home and keep!