Try computer coding free in Bellingham

Children participate in a computer robotics program at Spark Museum in summer 2015. Kids can learn the basics of coding on Saturday, Dec. 12. Ben Peppenheimer Courtesy to The Bellingham Herald

Learn the basics of computer coding during a free event at the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention this weekend.

Hour of Code offers both online and “unplugged” activities for children of all ages — and their parents — during the free open house from 10 a.m. to noon. Saturday, Dec. 12, at Spark, 1312 Bay St.

Spark will be providing some computers, but participants are encouraged to bring a laptop or portable device that supports a modern web browser. Headphones also are encouraged. Free wi-fi and coffee will be provided by Woods Coffee.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult; the event does not include museum admission. Participants who finish an hour of coding will receive a free Spark pass.　

For more information, go online to sparkmuseum.org or call 360-738-3886.

Robert Mittendorf

This story was originally published December 9, 2015 at 4:01 AM with the headline "Try computer coding free in Bellingham."

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