# Event Details - **Event Name**: PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: FREE! Pasadena City College (PCC) presents STEM Saturdays - hands-on fun experiments in a college classroom for high school studentsAbout this EventThese workshops will be led by PCC faculty and student mentors dedicated to providing you with an enriching experience.Come learn about black holes, some of the most fascinating objects in the Universe, at an introductory level! Not even light itself can escape these objects, and if you get too close to one, your body will be stretched into a tube 1 atom thick! The coolest part is that they really exist in outer space! We’ll participate in a hands-on interactive activity to explore spacetime, and brainstorm how to observe astrophysical black holes, including the supermassive black hole at the center of our own galaxy. Students with no prior knowledge are especially encouraged to participate! [Note: this is a repeat activity from previous Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday events if you attended before.]This FREE EVENT is for high school students (one parent/guardian per student is welcome to join). There is no cost to attend but space is limited - register early! Register for as many Saturdays as you’d like.The event begins at 9am and ends at noon. Make sure to arrive 10 minutes early to check-in for the event.An official registration packet will be sent prior to each STEM Saturday event via email.FAQsWhere do I drop-off my student or park for the event?Parking for attendees is available for free in PCC Parking Lot 5, entered on Bonnie Ave.For student drop-off, the drop-off site is located near Lot 7 by the shuttle stop location; enter on Bonnie Avenue. To get to the E building where the event takes place, you will walk by the library on your right hand side.Click here for a map of the PCC campus.Will my student be chaperoned at all times during the event?PCC faculty and student mentors will be present in the classroom area the whole time. PCC is not liable for students who decide to wander away from the event.Will food be served as part of the event?No food or drinks will be available at the event. If you’d like a snack, bring your own. There will be a break where you can enjoy any snacks or drinks that you bring.What safety measures will be implemented?All attendees will be provided with necessary personal protective equipment. All attendees need to sign the safety agreement specific for each activity. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pasadena/pcc-astronomy-and-physics-stem-saturday-spring-2026/100001983322397681 - **Event Categories**: Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Pasadena - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Pasadena City College - **lat**: 34.14393220000001 - **long**: -118.1186338 - **full address**: Pasadena City College, 1570 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/496109cd54e3258107b51d67ca6543ad4c3855b02b5696761e7fd8314183ca2b-rimg-w596-h395-dc79a1c7-gmir.jpg?v=1771529919 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026 being held? - **A:** PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026 takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Pasadena City College, 1570 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026? - **A:** PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026 is organized by Natural Sciences. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Spring 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pasadena, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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