Summer Reading 2026: Explore Lost Worlds
Let the adventure begin at your library! Are you looking for quality programs to help you promote reading at your library this summer? Every year we develop a customized interactive show and workshops for the summer library program. Our programs are always in line with the year’s theme and add the energy and fun-factor you’re looking for!
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Featured Show: Fire and Ice Age!
Travel back to a world of glaciers and discovery! In Fire & Ice Age, young explorers will create foggy dry ice storms, harness the power of air, and spark a chemical fire to uncover how these elemental forces shaped our world.
2026 Featured Workshops
Over 70 Other Choices
From astrology to zoology, we have DOZENS of topics to choose from! Contact us for a complete catalog by clicking the button below:
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SHOWS
Our shows are typically 45 minutes in length, and can accommodate any number of children! Our shows are appropriate for all ages.
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WORKSHOPS
Workshops are hands-on experiences for ages 3-12! School age workshops are 60 minutes long, while preschool workshops are 30 minutes. Choose from DOZENS of topics!
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DISCOVERY STATIONS
Having a special event like a festival, open house, community day, or tabling event? Our Discovery Stations are just the ticket! Choose from our basic stations or our premium make-and-take options. Appropriate for all ages! (4 and under may need assistance)
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How long in advance do I need to book?
We recommend 4-6 weeks before your event date. Our summer schedule fills up quickly, so the sooner the better!
+For what ages are Mad Science workshops appropriate?
All summer reading workshops this year are for rising K-6 grade students. However, we may be able to accommodate for younger or older students!
+Are there packages for doing both an assembly and a workshop?
Yes, we usually offer discounts for events that happen on the same day. Please contact us at (412) 779-0123 for more information.
+Are these the same programs as last year?
No! These are entirely new programs just for this summer only!
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Both of our boys did Mad Science summer camps when they were younger, and loved the experience! It was a very fun and interactive experience for them. And counselor Beth Morrell is the best!!!
Jennifer
Raleigh, NC
My son attended the Earth, Space & Beyond Mad Science Camp last summer and absolutely loved it! The hours were convenient for our family, and the location was close by for us. We're sending him again to a Mad Science camp this upcoming summer. These are well run camps, in our experience, and I recommend them for people looking for a fun, science-based camp experience.
Karla
Silver Spring, MD
Mad Science is a terrific program for today’s students. Our students have enjoyed the hands-on and challenging experiences that foster creative and higher-level thinking and problem-solving. Our school has appreciated the attention to detail as they use our facilities. Thanks to all at Mad Science!!!
Linda, Principal
Dallas, TX
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