Velocity Center Programs and Events
Current and Upcoming Programs and Events
Art of Innovation – STEAM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ARTS, AND MATHEMATICS) Festival
DATE: April 22, 2023
Times: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Velocity Center, 4465 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head, MD 20640
Enjoy educational and fun hands-on activities and demonstrations. All ages welcomed. No cost. Free popcorn and ice cream.
Visit this unique state of the art innovation and collaboration space which brings together academia and the community. Enjoy activities for all ages youth through adult. This event is intended to create awareness of the importance of STEAM and the arts.
Enjoy hands-on STEAM activities and demonstrations and interactive learning about innovative technologies including robotics and 3D printing; visual and performing arts exhibits and performances; fun activities and attractions; mobile library; and more.
Schedule of Events
Registration encouraged, but not required.
DATE: May 9, 2023
Times: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Velocity Center, 4465 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head, MD 20640
Social Entrepreneurship leverages innovation that has the potential to solve community-based problems to create a positive impact in society. Come hear the stories of why and how social entrepreneurs do what they do. Gain useful insights to help you start or advance your social entrepreneurship journey and create the impact you dream about.If you want to create positive change in your community by connecting with your life's purpose and making a difference in the world through a business, this is the event for you.
Moderator: Malcolm G. Tyson, Ph.D Venture Growth Adviser, Prince George’s County, RBII Mentor, Southern Maryland Consultant
Entrepreneurs:
- Tresor Thomas, Founder and CEO of My Mustard Seed, LLC
- Leila Mitchell, Founder and CEO of Naturally Silky Soap
- Jeffrey Cooper, Founder and CEO of Coopersoft
- Jennifer Epps, Founder and CEO of The Black Vote