UBUNTU CENTER: Web Dev & Coding Workshop
2025-08-28 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-04 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-11 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-18 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-25 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project, 1441 Franklin Street, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612
NOTE: The Oakland Ubuntu Center will be closed Monday, August 4 – Sunday, August 17, 2025
Technology is deeply woven into our daily lives, making coding and web development essential skills in today’s digital world. From creating websites to understanding how the internet works, these tools open doors to endless possibilities.
Join us each week at our Web Development & Coding Workshop, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of building websites, writing code, and thinking like a developer. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this is your place to grow, create, and explore the world of tech.
Start building your future—one line of code at a time.
This workshop is free for all Ubuntu Center members. Click HERE to register online.
The Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project is a Best Buy Teen Tech Center® and member of The Clubhouse Network.

Direct To Film Shirt Printing
2025-08-29 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-05 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-19 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-26 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project, 1441 Franklin Street, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612
Unleash your creativity at the Ubuntu Center’s exclusive Graphic Design and Direct-to-Film (DTF) Shirt Printing workshops, happening every Friday this month. Dive into the dynamic world of graphic design, mastering the art of crafting unique visuals. Then, transform your designs into wearable art through hands-on experience with cutting-edge DTF printing technology. Whether you’re an aspiring designer or a seasoned artist looking to expand your skill set, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to blend digital creativity with tangible results. Secure your spot now and start creating your own custom apparel masterpieces!
Click HERE to become an Ubuntu Center member and register.
The Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project is a Best Buy Teen Tech Center® and member of The Clubhouse Network.

UBUNTU CENTER: Music Mondays
2025-09-01 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-08 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-15 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-22 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-29 13:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project, 1441 Franklin Street, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612
Ever wanted to tap into your inner MC and get the crowd moving with your own groovy beats? Or perhaps you have an interesting topic that would make for a stimulating debate? Everything you need and more to turn these musical ideas into reality can be found in our state of the art Recording Studio, taught every week on what we like to call Music Mondays. This workshop offers a deep dive into all the equipment and software necessary to develop skills that range from producing original beats, to recording and manipulating sounds and audio. Start your journey and become your own mix master with our Music Mondays every week during the month of August.
This workshop is free for all Ubuntu Center members. Click HERE to register online.
The Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project is a Best Buy Teen Tech Center® and member of The Clubhouse Network.

3D MODELING IN BLENDER
2025-09-03 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-10 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-17 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-24 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project, 1441 Franklin Street, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612
Are you eager to master 3D printing? Join us at the Ubuntu Center for our Blender workshops, held every Wednesday, 3:00pm to 4:30pm throughout August. In these hands-on sessions, you’ll learn to design 3D models and bring them to life using our 3D printers. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to explore the exciting world of 3D printing. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!
Click HERE to become an Ubuntu Center member and register.
The Ubuntu Center at The Hidden Genius Project is a Best Buy Teen Tech Center® and member of The Clubhouse Network.

BAY AREA - 2025 End of Summer Celebration
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bloc15, 252 2nd St, Oakland, CA, 94607, United States
Join The Hidden Genius Project for our highly anticipated 2025 End of Summer Celebration in the Bay Area.
Participate in an exciting night of fun and prepare to be inspired as we highlight six Intensive Immersion Program cohorts from our Oakland and Richmond sites (OAK12 Black, OAK12 Gold, OAK13 Black, OAK13 Gold, RICH8, and RICH9) along with our growing brotherhood of Hidden Genius Alumni.
Meet our Geniuses from each site and learn about their experiences in our award-winning program.

Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Time: Event begins at 6:00PM PT
Location: Bloc15, 252 2nd Street, Oakland CA 94607
Parking: Paid parking is available across the street at Jack London Market Garage, 255 2nd St., Oakland.
Attire: Business casual
Light food and refreshments will be served

If you are unable to attend and would like to support The Hidden Genius Project, please visit www.hiddengeniusproject.org/donate to make your contribution today. We also accept stock and cryptocurrency donations too! Thank you in advance.

2025 End of Summer Celebration (Bay Area) #GeniusRevealed

ATLANTA – 2025 End of Summer Celebration
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Westside Warehouse, 996 Huff Rd NW, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States
Join The Hidden Genius Project for our highly anticipated 2025 End of Summer Celebration in Atlanta.
Participate in an exciting night of fun and prepare to be inspired as we highlight six Intensive Immersion Program cohorts from our Atlanta site (ATL2 and ATL3) along with our growing brotherhood of Hidden Genius Alumni.
Meet our Geniuses from each site and learn about their experiences in our award-winning program.

Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Event Begins: 6:00PM ET
Location: Westside Warehouse – 996 Huff Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States
Attire: Business casual
Light food and refreshments will be served.

If you are unable to attend and would like to support The Hidden Genius Project, please visit www.hiddengeniusproject.org/donate to make your contribution today. We also accept stock and cryptocurrency donations too! Thank you in advance.
2025 End of Summer Celebration (Atlanta) #GeniusRevealed

CHICAGO - 2025 End of Summer Celebration
2025-09-23 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Gary Comer Youth Center, 7200 S. Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, Chicago, CA, 60619, United States
Join The Hidden Genius Project for our highly anticipated 2025 End of Summer Celebration in Chicago.
Participate in an exciting night of fun and prepare to be inspired as we highlight six Intensive Immersion Program cohorts from our Chicago site (CHI2 and CHI3) along with our growing brotherhood of Hidden Genius Alumni.
Meet our Geniuses from each site and learn about their experiences in our award-winning program.

Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Event Begins: 6:00PM CDT
Location: Gary Comer Youth Center, 7200 S. Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Attire: Business casual
Light food and refreshments will be served.

If you are unable to attend and would like to support The Hidden Genius Project, please visit www.hiddengeniusproject.org/donate to make your contribution today. We also accept stock and cryptocurrency donations too! Thank you in advance.
2025 End of Summer Celebration (Chicago) #GeniusRevealed

BALTIMORE – 2025 End of Summer Celebration
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Assembly Room 316-318 Guilford Ave Baltimore, MD 21202, 316-318 Guilford Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21202, United States
Join The Hidden Genius Project for our highly anticipated 2025 End of Summer Celebration in Baltimore.
Participate in an exciting night of fun and prepare to be inspired as we highlight six Intensive Immersion Program cohorts from our Baltimore site (BAL1 and BAL2), along with our growing brotherhood of Hidden Genius Alumni.
Meet our Geniuses from each site and learn about their experiences in our award-winning program.

Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: Event begins at 6:00PM PT
Location: The Assembly Room 316-318 Guilford Ave Baltimore, MD 21202
Attire: Business casual
Theme: Gala
Light food and refreshments will be served

If you are unable to attend and would like to support The Hidden Genius Project, please visit www.hiddengeniusproject.org/donate to make your contribution today. We also accept stock and cryptocurrency donations too! Thank you in advance.

2025 End of Summer Celebration (Baltimore) #GeniusRevealed

DETROIT – 2025 End of Summer Celebration
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTLC Gallery at Lawrence Technological University, 21000 W 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI, 48222, United States
Join The Hidden Genius Project for our highly anticipated 2025 End of Summer Celebration in Detroit.
Participate in an exciting night of fun and prepare to be inspired as we highlight six Intensive Immersion Program cohorts from our Detroit site (DET3 and DET4), along with our growing brotherhood of Hidden Genius Alumni.
Meet our Geniuses from each site and learn about their experiences in our award-winning program.

Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Event Begins: 6:00PM ET
Location: UTLC Gallery at Lawrence Technological University, Bldg #3, 21000 W 10 Mile Rd. , Southfield, MI, 48222
Attire: Business casual
Light food and refreshments will be served.

If you are unable to attend and would like to support The Hidden Genius Project, please visit www.hiddengeniusproject.org/donate to make your contribution today. We also accept stock and cryptocurrency donations too! Thank you in advance.
2025 End of Summer Celebration (Detroit) #GeniusRevealed

LOS ANGELES - 2025 End of Summer Celebration
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Faithful Central Bible Church, 400 W Florence Ave, Inglewood, CA, 90301, United States
Join The Hidden Genius Project for our highly anticipated 2025 End of Summer Celebration in Los Angeles.
Participate in an exciting night of fun and prepare to be inspired as we highlight six Intensive Immersion Program cohorts from our Los Angeles site (LA5 and LA6) along with our growing brotherhood of Hidden Genius Alumni.
Meet our Geniuses from each site and learn about their experiences in our award-winning program.

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
Time: Event begins at 6:00PM PT
Location: Faithful Central Bible Church, The Living Room – 400 W Florence Ave, Inglewood, CA 90301
Attire: Business casual
Light food and refreshments will be served

If you are unable to attend and would like to support The Hidden Genius Project, please visit www.hiddengeniusproject.org/donate to make your contribution today. We also accept stock and cryptocurrency donations too! Thank you in advance.

2025 End of Summer Celebration (Los Angeles) #GeniusRevealed

Brothers Code 2025
2025-12-13 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Brothers Code is an innovative hands-on event hosted by The Hidden Genius Project as part of the larger Hour of Code initiative focused on introducing people all across the world to the basics of coding education during Computer Science Education Week. Our 13th Annual Brothers Code event will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025 in multiple cities across the country.
Brothers Code workshops are led by The Hidden Genius Project Youth Educators. Young people of all backgrounds in middle and high school are welcome to attend. Boys and young men of color are encouraged to participate and learn about the skills and networks that can guide them to exciting opportunities and careers within the technology sector.
Additionally, we host a concurrent program for parents, guardians, educators, counselors, administrators, and adult champions interested in learning how they might support young people to pursue technology pathways.

Select a city below to register in your area:
ATLANTA // BALTIMORE // BAY AREA // CHICAGO // DETROIT // LOS ANGELES // PHILADELPHIA

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Brothers Code 2025 (Atlanta)
2025-12-13 08:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Drew Charter Elementary Academy, 301 Eva Davis Way SE, Atlanta, GA, 30317
Introducing Youth and Adults of Color to Tech
Technology is everywhere today, but only a tiny fraction of students are learning how to create technology. Brothers Code is part of the larger movement to introduce youth to tech as part of National Computer Science Education Week.
The Hidden Genius Project invites young people of color in middle and high school to join the 13th Annual Brothers Code event, Saturday, December 13, 2025, located at Drew Charter School Elementary Academy, 301 Eva Davis Way SE, Atlanta, GA 30317.
This event is meant to expose young people to skills and networks that can guide them to exciting opportunities within the tech sector.
At this event, youth participants will:

Play with technology while practicing coding and programming skills
Explore the vast range of career opportunities within the tech sector
Learn about the various opportunity pathways that can lead to participation in the tech sector
Investigate the various ways they can leverage technology to strengthen their communities and reach their goals
Network with enthusiastic tech sector professionals from a range of backgrounds

We will also host a concurrent program for adults! We invite parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, counselors, champions, and any other interested adults to register to participate in their own simultaneous program. The adult sessions will help student advocates learn how they might support young people to pursue technology pathways (and participants will get to practice some of the technical skills as well!).
There will also be a session for adult stakeholders to discuss how they might actively support youth entrepreneurs to leverage their skills and ideas to build out their own ventures.
Volunteers
We will need general, non-technical volunteers to help with event set-up, people movement, food set-up and distribution, registration, and basic support of the program participants. We also need volunteers to support implementation of the youth and adult program sessions, which include technical skills activities, entrepreneurship projects, and exploration of career pathways.
Interested in volunteering? Sign up HERE.
Additional Details
*Breakfast and Lunch will be served

WHO: Young people of color in middle and high school; and adults interested in learning more about how to support young people’s development in tech
WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (LOCAL TIME)
WHERE: Drew Charter School Elementary Academy, 301 Eva Davis Way SE, Atlanta, GA 30317

Registration and breakfast begins at 8:00am; programming begins at 9:00am until 2:00pm
Presented by The Hidden Genius Project.

Brothers Code 2025 (Baltimore)
2025-12-13 08:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 2525 Kirk Ave, 2525 Kirk Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
Introducing Youth and Young Adults to Tech
Technology is everywhere today, but only a tiny fraction of students are learning how to create technology. Brothers Code is part of the larger movement to introduce youth to tech as part of National Computer Science Education Week.
The Hidden Genius Project invites young people of color in middle and high school to join the 13th Annual Brothers Code event, Saturday, December 13, 2025, located at Baltimore Collegiate School For Boys, 2525 Kirk Ave, Baltimore, MD 21218.
This event is meant to expose young people to skills and networks that can guide them to exciting opportunities within the tech sector.
At this event, youth participants will:
– Play with technology while practicing coding and programming skills
– Explore the vast range of career opportunities within the tech sector
– Learn about the various opportunity pathways that can lead to participation in the tech sector
– Investigate the various ways they can leverage technology to strengthen their communities and reach their goals
– Network with enthusiastic tech sector professionals from a range of backgrounds
We will also host a concurrent program for adults! We invite parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, counselors, champions, and any other interested adults to register to participate in their own simultaneous program. The adult sessions will help student advocates learn how they might support young people to pursue technology pathways (and participants will get to practice some of the technical skills as well!).
There will also be a session for adult stakeholders to discuss how they might actively support youth entrepreneurs to leverage their skills and ideas to build out their own ventures.

Volunteers
We will need general, non-technical volunteers to help with event set-up, people movement, food set-up and distribution, registration, and basic support of the program participants. We also need volunteers to support implementation of the youth and adult program sessions, which include technical skills activities, entrepreneurship projects, and exploration of career pathways.
Interested in volunteering? Sign up HERE.

Additional Details
*Breakfast and Lunch will be served
WHO: Young people of color in middle and high school; and adults interested in learning more about how to support young people’s development in tech
WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (LOCAL TIME)
WHERE: Baltimore Collegiate School For Boys, 2525 Kirk Ave, Baltimore, MD 21218
Registration and breakfast begins at 8:00am; programming begins at 9:00am until 2:00pm
Presented by The Hidden Genius Project, in partnership with the Kapor Center.

Brothers Code 2025 (Chicago)
2025-12-13 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | 740 W 63rd St, 740 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL, 60621, United States
Introducing Youth and Adults of Color to Tech
Technology is everywhere today, but only a tiny fraction of students are learning how to create technology. Brothers Code is part of the larger movement to introduce youth to tech as part of National Computer Science Education Week.
The Hidden Genius Project invites young people of color in middle and high school to join the 13th Annual Brothers Code event, Saturday, December 13, 2025, located at Kennedy King College, 740 W. 63rd Street U Bldg., Chicago, IL 60621.
This event is meant to expose young people to skills and networks that can guide them to exciting opportunities within the tech sector.
At this event, youth participants will:

Play with technology while practicing coding and programming skills
Explore the vast range of career opportunities within the tech sector
Learn about the various opportunity pathways that can lead to participation in the tech sector
Investigate the various ways they can leverage technology to strengthen their communities and reach their goals
Network with enthusiastic tech sector professionals from a range of backgrounds

We will also host a concurrent program for adults! We invite parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, counselors, champions, and any other interested adults to register to participate in their own simultaneous program. The adult sessions will help student advocates learn how they might support young people to pursue technology pathways (and participants will get to practice some of the technical skills as well!).
There will also be a session for adult stakeholders to discuss how they might actively support youth entrepreneurs to leverage their skills and ideas to build out their own ventures.

Volunteers
We will need general, non-technical volunteers to help with event set-up, people movement, food set-up and distribution, registration, and basic support of the program participants. We also need volunteers to support implementation of the youth and adult program sessions, which include technical skills activities, entrepreneurship projects, and exploration of career pathways.
Interested in volunteering? Sign up HERE.

Additional Details
*Breakfast and Lunch will be served
WHO: Young people of color in middle and high school; and adults interested in learning more about how to support young people’s development in tech.
WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (LOCAL TIME)
WHERE: Kennedy King College, 740 W. 63rd Street U Bldg., Chicago, IL 60621
Registration and breakfast begins at 8:00am; programming begins at 9:00am until 2:00pm
Presented by The Hidden Genius Project, in partnership with the Kapor Center.

Brothers Code 2025 (Detroit)
2025-12-13 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences (DAAS), 2985 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48207, United States
Introducing Youth and Adults of Color to Tech
Technology is everywhere today, but only a tiny fraction of students are learning how to create technology. Brothers Code is part of the larger movement to introduce youth to tech as part of National Computer Science Education Week.
The Hidden Genius Project invites young people in middle and high school (5th – 12th grade) to join the 13th Annual Brothers Code event, Saturday, December 13, 2025, located at Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences, 2985 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207.
This event is meant to expose young people to skills and networks that can guide them to exciting opportunities within the tech sector.
At this event, youth participants will:

Play with technology while practicing coding and programming skills
Explore the vast range of career opportunities within the tech sector
Learn about the various opportunity pathways that can lead to participation in the tech sector
Investigate the various ways they can leverage technology to strengthen their communities and reach their goals
Network with enthusiastic tech sector professionals from a range of backgrounds

We will also host a concurrent program for adults! We invite parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, counselors, champions, and any other interested adults to register to participate in their own simultaneous program. The adult sessions will help student advocates learn how they might support young people to pursue technology pathways (and participants will get to practice some of the technical skills as well!).
There will also be a session for adult stakeholders to discuss how they might actively support youth entrepreneurs to leverage their skills and ideas to build out their own ventures.
Volunteers
We will need general, non-technical volunteers to help with event set-up, people movement, food set-up and distribution, registration, and basic support of the program participants. We also need volunteers to support the implementation of the youth and adult program sessions, which include technical skills activities, entrepreneurship projects, and exploration of career pathways.
Interested in volunteering? Sign up HERE.
Additional Details
*Breakfast and Lunch will be served
WHO: Young people in middle and high school (5th – 12th grade); and adults interested in learning more about how to support young people’s development in tech.
WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (LOCAL TIME)
WHERE: Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences, 2985 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207
Registration and breakfast begins at 8:00am; programming begins at 9:00am until 2:00pm
Presented by The Hidden Genius Project
