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SUMMARY:Appointments Available Monday through Saturday at 9\, 10\, 11\, 1\, 2 and 3
DESCRIPTION:SDM offers individual 50 minute appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am\, 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to make an appointment. We will teach any topic\, any time; appointments can be in our shop\, or remotely via phone or Zoom. For more information about what we do\, see our About Us page.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/appointments-available-monday-through-saturday-at-9-10-11-1-2-and-3-8/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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SUMMARY:ShopTalks@SDM- Using Technology to Build your Business
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to ShopTalks@SDM group discussions. Advanced registration is required. Group size is limited.  \n\n\n\nEach meeting will cover a particular topic with a short presentation followed by open discussions.  \n\n\n\nOur April ShopTalk will be another “Client Stories” featuring Lupita Sather\, who has been working with us for years. Lupita has built a business\, and everything that comes along with it – a clean looking website that performs every function she can dream of. She always comes to her appointments at SDM with creative ideas\, new features to add to her website – she keeps us learning how to do new things! \n\n\n\nOnline registration closes on Sunday of the week prior to the lesson. After that time\, please contact SDM for availability. This topic can also be discussed at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. Cancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/shoptalkssdm-using-technology-to-build-business/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drop-in @ Milano Center\, Melrose
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be at the Milano Center 201 W Foster St\, Melrose\, MA 02176 on the first and third Monday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm to help people who stop by. While we help people of all ages\, we understand the unique issues of older adults\, and with our close relationship with the Council on Aging in Melrose\, and our close physical proximity\, we felt we could meet more people where they already are by coming to the Center. \n\n\n\nOur focus is on teaching people how to do things\, including how to fix problems they are having. This drop-in time is designed for people with simple questions related to phones\, tablets\, computers\, watches and websites or apps. If we can’t help you during this time because of the complexity of the issue\, or the number of people who drop-in\, we will be able to make an appointment for you for another time at our shop at 406 Main St\, Melrose. \n\n\n\nWe will help people in the order they arrive\, and will triage each issue in order to handle as many as possible. As with all of our appointments\, our services are free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/drop-in-milano-center-melrose/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Milano Center\, West Foster Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:ShopTalk@SDM
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SUMMARY:Small Business - Social Media and Tech Topics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our Small Business Tech and Social Media group discussions. Advanced registration is required. Group size is limited.  \n\n\n\nSome meetings cover a particular topic and others are open discussions.  \n\n\n\nOnline registration closes on Sunday of the week prior to the lesson. After that time\, please contact SDM for availability. This topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. Cancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are often held on the 2nd floor\, so please let us know if you need accommodation.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/small-business-social-media-and-tech-topics-3/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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SUMMARY:*Must Read* Information about Kids Lessons
DESCRIPTION:April Vacation lessons will be offered April 21-25th. \n\n\n\nWe are offering 5 lessons this school vacation period. Due to limited number of lessons\, you may only sign your child up for one lesson\, initially. You may call us the week before the lesson\, and if there are any openings\, we may be able to add your child to another lesson. \n\n\n\nIn order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible\, we have to make the best use of our staff.  Late cancellations\, and no-shows\, prevent us from providing those seats to other people. For these reasons\, the following cancellation policies apply. \n\n\n\n48 hour cancellation notice is required to avoid other appointment restrictions. Late cancellation or not attending a lesson or appointment\, will result in restrictions from future registrations\, and cancellation from any existing lesson registrations. Multiple cancellations\, even with proper notice\, will result in restrictions from future registrations\, and cancellation from any existing lesson registrations. \n\n\n\nWhile our lessons are free to attendees\, there is a cost to us\, and we ask that anyone who cancels late or does not show up\, make a donation to defray the cost of the empty seat.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/must-read-information-about-kids-lessons-2/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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SUMMARY:CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be closed all day.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/closed-2/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:MA
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SUMMARY:Lego Robotics Prime: Basics - Late Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:Lego Spike Prime adds block style programming to Lego brick creations\, adding fun action to things you build. \n\n\n\nSPIKE Essential is generally designed for younger students\, often in the early to upper elementary grades. SPIKE Prime is typically aimed at upper elementary to middle school. They both teach coding concepts such as sequences\, loops and decisions\, using a block coding language similar to Scratch. \n\n\n\nStudents will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device\, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding. \n\n\n\nWe have Lego Spike Prime lessons for two levels to take into account the student’s ability to understand and be able to manipulate the programming language\, as well as a range of attention spans. If your child is self directed\, and has experience with Legos or Scratch\, the upper level lesson may be appropriate. Basic lesson incorporates concepts such as graphing\, simple sequencing\, moving objects in relation to each other\, and if-then constructs. \n\n\n\nAfter this lesson you can make additional appointments to learn more\, continue building\, or to put this topic into use. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/lego-robotics-prime-basics-late-elementary-and-middle-school-2/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding
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SUMMARY:Digital Art - Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques.  \n\n\n\nWe use the Procreate program on iPads\, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this technique will also be introduced.  SDM will provide all equipment needed. \n\n\n\nStudents’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation\, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required. This lesson can be taken more than once as the drawing is directed by the student. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/digital-art-elementary-and-middle-school-3/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Photo Video Art
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SUMMARY:Lego Robotics Advanced - Upper Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:Lego Spike Prime adds block style programming to Lego brick creations\, adding fun action to things you build. \n\n\n\nSPIKE Essential is generally designed for younger students\, often in the early to upper elementary grades. SPIKE Prime is typically aimed at upper elementary to middle school. They both teach coding concepts such as sequences\, loops and decisions\, using a block coding language similar to Scratch.  \n\n\n\nStudents will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device\, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding. \n\n\n\nWe have Lego Spike Prime lessons for two levels to take into account the student’s ability to understand and be able to manipulate the programming language\, as well as a range of attention spans. If your child is self directed\, and has experience with Legos or Scratch\, the upper level lesson may be appropriate. \n\n\n\nAfter this lesson you can make additional appointments to learn more\, continue building\, or to put this topic into use. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/lego-robotics-advanced-upper-elementary-and-middle-school/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding
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SUMMARY:Lego Robotics Prime: Basics - Late Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:Lego Spike Prime adds block style programming to Lego brick creations\, adding fun action to things you build. \n\n\n\nSPIKE Essential is generally designed for younger students\, often in the early to upper elementary grades. SPIKE Prime is typically aimed at upper elementary to middle school. They both teach coding concepts such as sequences\, loops and decisions\, using a block coding language similar to Scratch. \n\n\n\nStudents will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device\, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding. \n\n\n\nWe have Lego Spike Prime lessons for two levels to take into account the student’s ability to understand and be able to manipulate the programming language\, as well as a range of attention spans. If your child is self directed\, and has experience with Legos or Scratch\, the upper level lesson may be appropriate. Basic lesson incorporates concepts such as graphing\, simple sequencing\, moving objects in relation to each other\, and if-then constructs. \n\n\n\nAfter this lesson you can make additional appointments to learn more\, continue building\, or to put this topic into use. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/lego-robotics-prime-basics-late-elementary-and-middle-school-3/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding
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SUMMARY:Digital Art - Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques.  \n\n\n\nWe use the Procreate program on iPads\, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this technique will also be introduced.  SDM will provide all equipment needed. \n\n\n\nStudents’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation\, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required. This lesson can be taken more than once as the drawing is directed by the student. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/digital-art-elementary-and-middle-school-4/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Photo Video Art
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SUMMARY:Appointments Available Monday through Saturday at 9\, 10\, 11\, 1\, 2 and 3
DESCRIPTION:SDM offers individual 50 minute appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am\, 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to make an appointment. We will teach any topic\, any time; appointments can be in our shop\, or remotely via phone or Zoom. For more information about what we do\, see our About Us page.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/appointments-available-monday-through-saturday-at-9-10-11-1-2-and-3-9/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drop-in @ Milano Center\, Melrose
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be at the Milano Center 201 W Foster St\, Melrose\, MA 02176 on the first and third Monday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm to help people who stop by. While we help people of all ages\, we understand the unique issues of older adults\, and with our close relationship with the Council on Aging in Melrose\, and our close physical proximity\, we felt we could meet more people where they already are by coming to the Center. \n\n\n\nOur focus is on teaching people how to do things\, including how to fix problems they are having. This drop-in time is designed for people with simple questions related to phones\, tablets\, computers\, watches and websites or apps. If we can’t help you during this time because of the complexity of the issue\, or the number of people who drop-in\, we will be able to make an appointment for you for another time at our shop at 406 Main St\, Melrose. \n\n\n\nWe will help people in the order they arrive\, and will triage each issue in order to handle as many as possible. As with all of our appointments\, our services are free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/drop-in-milano-center-melrose/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Milano Center\, West Foster Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:ShopTalk@SDM
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SUMMARY:ShopTalks@SDM - Photography: Editing and Organizing Photos
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to ShopTalks@SDM group discussions. Advanced registration is required. Group size is limited.  \n\n\n\nEach meeting will cover a particular topic with a short presentation followed by open discussions.  \n\n\n\nOur May ShopTalk will be given by Raj Das. Raj Das is a local photographer\, also known as ED Photography. Having years of experience\, he has tried various methods of editing/organizing photos\, and has been through the trials and errors of many different tools. Join our May ShopTalk to learn from an expert! \n\n\n\nOnline registration closes on Sunday of the week prior to the lesson. After that time\, please contact SDM for availability. This topic can also be discussed at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. Cancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/shoptalkssdm-editing-photos/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:ShopTalk@SDM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T130000
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SUMMARY:Drop-in @ Milano Center\, Melrose
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be at the Milano Center 201 W Foster St\, Melrose\, MA 02176 on the first and third Monday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm to help people who stop by. While we help people of all ages\, we understand the unique issues of older adults\, and with our close relationship with the Council on Aging in Melrose\, and our close physical proximity\, we felt we could meet more people where they already are by coming to the Center. \n\n\n\nOur focus is on teaching people how to do things\, including how to fix problems they are having. This drop-in time is designed for people with simple questions related to phones\, tablets\, computers\, watches and websites or apps. If we can’t help you during this time because of the complexity of the issue\, or the number of people who drop-in\, we will be able to make an appointment for you for another time at our shop at 406 Main St\, Melrose. \n\n\n\nWe will help people in the order they arrive\, and will triage each issue in order to handle as many as possible. As with all of our appointments\, our services are free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/drop-in-milano-center-melrose-2/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Milano Center\, West Foster Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T100000
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SUMMARY:Small Business - Social Media and Tech Topics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our Small Business Tech and Social Media group discussions. Advanced registration is required. Group size is limited.  \n\n\n\nSome meetings cover a particular topic and others are open discussions.  \n\n\n\nOnline registration closes on Sunday of the week prior to the lesson. After that time\, please contact SDM for availability. This topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. Cancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are often held on the 2nd floor\, so please let us know if you need accommodation.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/small-business-social-media-and-tech-topics-4/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T160000
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SUMMARY:CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be closed all day.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/closed-3/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T090000
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SUMMARY:Appointments Available Monday through Saturday at 9\, 10\, 11\, 1\, 2 and 3
DESCRIPTION:SDM offers individual 50 minute appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am\, 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to make an appointment. We will teach any topic\, any time; appointments can be in our shop\, or remotely via phone or Zoom. For more information about what we do\, see our About Us page.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/appointments-available-monday-through-saturday-at-9-10-11-1-2-and-3-10/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
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SUMMARY:*Must Read* Information about Kids Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Through the end of May\, we ask people to limit themselves to a maximum of two lessons per child. After June 1st all lessons will be filled on a first come first season basis. \n\n\n\nIn order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible\, we have to make the best use of our staff.  Late cancellations\, and no-shows\, prevent us from providing those seats to other people. For these reasons\, the following cancellation policies apply. \n\n\n\n48 hour cancellation notice is required to avoid other appointment restrictions. Late cancellation or not attending a lesson or appointment\, will result in restrictions from future registrations\, and cancellation from any existing lesson registrations. Multiple cancellations\, even with proper notice\, will result in restrictions from future registrations\, and cancellation from any existing lesson registrations. \n\n\n\nWhile our lessons are free to attendees\, there is a cost to us\, and we ask that anyone who cancels late or does not show up\, make a donation to defray the cost of the empty seat.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/must-read-information-about-kids-lessons-3/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T143000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
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SUMMARY:Drop-in @ Milano Center\, Melrose
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be at the Milano Center 201 W Foster St\, Melrose\, MA 02176 on the first and third Monday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm to help people who stop by. While we help people of all ages\, we understand the unique issues of older adults\, and with our close relationship with the Council on Aging in Melrose\, and our close physical proximity\, we felt we could meet more people where they already are by coming to the Center. \n\n\n\nOur focus is on teaching people how to do things\, including how to fix problems they are having. This drop-in time is designed for people with simple questions related to phones\, tablets\, computers\, watches and websites or apps. If we can’t help you during this time because of the complexity of the issue\, or the number of people who drop-in\, we will be able to make an appointment for you for another time at our shop at 406 Main St\, Melrose. \n\n\n\nWe will help people in the order they arrive\, and will triage each issue in order to handle as many as possible. As with all of our appointments\, our services are free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/drop-in-milano-center-melrose/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Milano Center\, West Foster Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:ShopTalk@SDM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T110000
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SUMMARY:ShopTalks@SDM - Doing taxes online
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to ShopTalks@SDM group discussions. Advanced registration is required. Group size is limited.  \n\n\n\nEach meeting will cover a particular topic with a short presentation followed by open discussions.  \n\n\n\nIn June\, we will be having our last ShopTalk – Client Stories (until the Fall!). This month will feature our host\, Charlie Leo! Though Charlie is mostly retired now\, he owned his own practice and helped countless clients complete their tax returns. Over the years\, he has witnessed changes in the tax return process\, and adapted as technology became more prevalent in that process. He has a lot of insight into using technology and online tools to complete your tax return. We are excited to have him share his knowledge with us! \n\n\n\nOnline registration closes on Sunday of the week prior to the lesson. After that time\, please contact SDM for availability. This topic can also be discussed at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. Cancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/shoptalkssdm-doing-taxes-online/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:ShopTalk@SDM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T143000
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SUMMARY:Drop-in @ Milano Center\, Melrose
DESCRIPTION:SDM will be at the Milano Center 201 W Foster St\, Melrose\, MA 02176 on the first and third Monday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm to help people who stop by. While we help people of all ages\, we understand the unique issues of older adults\, and with our close relationship with the Council on Aging in Melrose\, and our close physical proximity\, we felt we could meet more people where they already are by coming to the Center. \n\n\n\nOur focus is on teaching people how to do things\, including how to fix problems they are having. This drop-in time is designed for people with simple questions related to phones\, tablets\, computers\, watches and websites or apps. If we can’t help you during this time because of the complexity of the issue\, or the number of people who drop-in\, we will be able to make an appointment for you for another time at our shop at 406 Main St\, Melrose. \n\n\n\nWe will help people in the order they arrive\, and will triage each issue in order to handle as many as possible. As with all of our appointments\, our services are free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/drop-in-milano-center-melrose-2/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Milano Center\, West Foster Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
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SUMMARY:Lego Robotics Essentials- early elementary
DESCRIPTION:Lego Robotics SPIKE Essential is generally designed for younger students\, often in the early to upper elementary grades. Lego Spike Essentials will teach coding concepts such as sequences\, loops and decisions\, using a block coding language similar to Scratch. \n\n\n\nStudents will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device\, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding. Some reading is necessary for this lesson. \n\n\n\nAfter this lesson you can make additional individual appointments to learn more\, continue building\, or to put this topic into use. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/lego-robotics-essentials-early-elementary-6-23/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T143000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
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SUMMARY:Scratch jr. - elementary school
DESCRIPTION:Scratch is a block based programming language designed by MIT for teaching children how to code. \n\n\n\nScratch Jr. is a separate program and curriculum from regular Scratch block coding. All of the code is image-based and simplified to allow for younger participants. \n\n\n\nScratch Jr. is appropriate for early elementary aged students and does not require reading. Understanding of logical concepts\, ordering and relating objects to each other is required. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/scratch-jr-elementary-school-6-24/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Photo Video Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T113000
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SUMMARY:Digital Art - Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques.  \n\n\n\nWe use the Procreate program on iPads\, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this technique will also be introduced.  SDM will provide all equipment needed. \n\n\n\nStudents’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation\, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required. This lesson can be taken more than once as the drawing is directed by the student. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/digital-art-elementary-and-middle-school-6-25/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Photo Video Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
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SUMMARY:Appointments Available Monday through Saturday at 9\, 10\, 11\, 1\, 2 and 3
DESCRIPTION:SDM offers individual 50 minute appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am\, 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to make an appointment. We will teach any topic\, any time; appointments can be in our shop\, or remotely via phone or Zoom. For more information about what we do\, see our About Us page.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/appointments-available-monday-through-saturday-at-9-10-11-1-2-and-3-11/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
CREATED:20260518T131439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T131441Z
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SUMMARY:*Must Read* Information about Kids Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Through the end of May\, we ask people to limit themselves to a maximum of two lessons per child. After June 1st all lessons will be filled on a first come first season basis. \n\n\n\nIn order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible\, we have to make the best use of our staff.  Late cancellations\, and no-shows\, prevent us from providing those seats to other people. For these reasons\, the following cancellation policies apply. \n\n\n\n48 hour cancellation notice is required to avoid other appointment restrictions. Late cancellation or not attending a lesson or appointment\, will result in restrictions from future registrations\, and cancellation from any existing lesson registrations. Multiple cancellations\, even with proper notice\, will result in restrictions from future registrations\, and cancellation from any existing lesson registrations. \n\n\n\nWhile our lessons are free to attendees\, there is a cost to us\, and we ask that anyone who cancels late or does not show up\, make a donation to defray the cost of the empty seat.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/must-read-information-about-kids-lessons-4/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T143000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
CREATED:20260518T053700Z
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SUMMARY:3d modeling with tinkercad - upper elementary/middle school
DESCRIPTION:Students will learn how to create a CAD design suitable for 3D printing. Programming of the CAD design is done in TinkerCAD. This lesson requires approximately middle school levels of reading and math comprehension.   \n\n\n\nDesign of a keychain with the student’s name or initials is the initial project. To create a more complex drawing\, most children will require more than one TinkerCAD lesson\, individual appointments or work from home.  The process of taking a TinkerCAD design to a 3D printer will be discussed\, but printing is not part of this lesson. If the student completes a 3D design (restrictions apply)\, then it may be printed on our 3D printer at another time. Please call for further information about this. \n\n\n\nAfter this lesson you can make additional appointments to learn more\, continue building\, or to put this topic into use. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/3d-modeling-with-tinkercad-upper-elementary-middle-school-6-30/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T113000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
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SUMMARY:Lego Robotics Prime: Basics - upper Elementary/Middle School
DESCRIPTION:Lego Spike Prime adds block style programming to Lego brick creations\, adding fun action to things you build. \n\n\n\nThis lesson is most appropriate for Upper Elementary/Middle School students. This is a beginner lesson\, so no prior experience is necessary. To use the block coding a student will need to be able to read\, follow directions and do simple math. \n\n\n\nStudents will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device\, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding. \n\n\n\nWe have Lego Spike Prime lessons for two levels to take into account the student’s ability to understand and be able to manipulate the programming language\, as well as a range of attention spans. If your child is self directed\, and has experience with Legos or Scratch\, the upper level lesson may be appropriate. Basic lesson incorporates concepts such as graphing\, simple sequencing\, moving objects in relation to each other\, and if-then constructs. \n\n\n\nAfter this lesson you can make additional appointments to learn more\, continue building\, or to put this topic into use. \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/lego-robotics-prime-basics-upper-elementary-middle-school-7-1/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T113000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215639
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SUMMARY:Scratch basics - upper elementary/middle school
DESCRIPTION:Scratch is a block based programming language designed by MIT for teaching children how to code. \n\n\n\nThis lesson is appropriate for Upper Elementary/Middle School students. No prior Scratch experience is necessary\, but the student should be able to read\, follow directions\, and do simple math. Basic requires understanding of concepts such as graphing\, simple sequencing\, moving objects in relation to each other\, if-then constructs and grids.  \n\n\n\nAfter online registration closes\, please contact SDM for space availability.  \n\n\n\nThis topic can also be taught at any time in individual sessions. Please call for more information. \n\n\n\nCancellation must be at least 48 hours before the lesson begins to avoid further appointment restrictions.
URL:https://www.sdmfoundation.org/event/scratch-basics-upper-elementary-middle-school-7-2/
LOCATION:The SDM Shop\, 406 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Photo Video Art
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