The Nucleus

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ABOUT

The Nucleus, previously known as the Environmental Science Workshop, is a unique program for students to engage in hands-on science concepts, while gaining an appreciation for how surplus materials can be kept out of the landfill and re-used in creative and exciting ways. The Nucleus program reaches over 600 students each week. The Workshop creates environments where young people explore science by tinkering and becoming authors of their own educational experiences. Materials and tools are provided, and the program is free with a Passport to Fun Membership. Register here.

Come tinker, build and explore science with us!

For any inquiries or commendations, please call us at 831.768.3256, or contact Recreation Coordinator, Uriel Mendoza.

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Weekly Programming at the Nucleus (120 Second Street)

Weekly Programming at the Nucleus

January Calendar

STEMpowerment Club at Marinovich Park Community Center (120 2nd Street)

Ages 7-17 | Fridays | 4–5:30 PM

Designed to inspire and empower, this program offers a fun, engaging environment where girls, those that identify, and 

non-binary can explore the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Upcoming Events at Marinovich Park Community Center

120 2nd Street | All Ages | Events subject to change

LOVE, KINDNESS & CULTURE

February 2 – 14 | 4–6 PM | All ages

Join us for two weeks of art, friendship, and cultural celebration! Youth will craft heartfelt Kindness Cards for peers, teammates or family. They’ll also design Unity Bracelets using colorful beads to represent friendship and solidarity.

GROWTH & GREEN ENERGY

Tuesday, March 17 | 4–6 PM | All ages

Put your skills to the test with a fun St. Patrick’s Day engineering challenge, then enjoy a hearty serving of corned beef and cabbage.

EARTH MONTH & BLOSSOMING CREATIVITY 

Wednesday, April 22 | 4–6 PM | All ages

Join us to celebrate Earth Day with seed planting and BBQ.

CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

Tuesday, May 5 | 4–6 PM | All Ages

Join us as we honor this vibrant cultural holiday with creativity and color! Make cool art and collages inspired by Mexican traditions and symbols. Let’s celebrate with joy, imagination, and a splash of fiesta flair! 

MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTS

May 1 – 9 

T-F 3:30–6 PM | Saturday 11 AM–4 PM | All Ages 

Mother’s Day Crafts: Handmade cards, photo frames, or “coupon books” for moms and caregivers.

STEM at Home Activities

Vacuum Project
Stomp Rocket Project
Car ProjectFan Project

DONATIONS

Every contribution enables the Nucleus to provide ongoing after school educational programs for our children. 

We do accept donations of surplus and/or reusable materials donations. 

If you are interested in donating tools or materials, please email Uriel Mendoza

Donations to the City of Watsonville Nucleus are tax deductible and can be sent to: Attention Science Workshop 250 Main Street, Watsonville CA 95076. Tax ID #94-600-0451

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DROP-IN SERVICES
no appointment or reservation required.

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Marinovich Community Center

Address

120 Second Street Watsonville


Hours

School Year

Tuesday-Thursday 3:30-6:30 PM


Friday 2-6 PM
 

Saturday | 11 AM-4 PM


Closed

Monday


School Break

Tuesday – Saturday 11 AM-4 PM

River Park

Address

100 E. Front St. Watsonville


Hours 

School Year


Saturdays | 11 AM-4 PM


Van Locations

Address


Linscott Park (Tuesday)

3:30-6:30 PM

220 Elm Street


Franich Park (Thursday) 

3:30-6:30 PM

795 Vista Montaña Dr. Watsonville

 

Callaghan Park (Friday)

2-5 PM

225 Sudden St Watsonville



Additional Resources


Watsonville Environmental Science Workshops from Voices Of Monterey Bay on Vimeo.