October 6–10 • St. Louis, MO
Equity • Access • Belonging • Innovation
Join us for a week of events designed to close the digital divide, celebrate innovation, and empower families, students, and professionals across St. Louis. Each day highlights a different focus … bringing technology, creativity, and opportunity directly to the community.
Day 1: Kids in Tech Day Kickoff
📍 St. Louis Public Library – Carpenter Branch Monday, October 6 • 4:00–6:00 PM
A family-friendly kickoff with BGG Gaming Foundation and the library Makerspace. Explore hands-on tech activities, games, family giveaways, and creative learning stations. Perfect for kids and families.
Day 2: Community Inclusion Day
📍 Northside Economic Empowerment Center / Harrison Education Center ️ Tuesday, October 7
Practical support meets opportunity. Featuring NPower, Moveworth, St. Louis County Library and partners offering:
● Free digital literacy classes
● Resume support and career coaching
● Digital device giveaways
● Free professional headshot photos
Designed for job seekers, adults, and community members looking to strengthen their digital skills.
Day 3: Creative Tech Day
📍 Best Buy Teen Tech Center @ Boys & Girls Club ️ Wednesday, October 8
Step into the future of creative tech. Led by Alonzo “Zo” Lee and partners:
● Drone demos and flight challenges
● AI app building
● Music & audio engineering labs
● Build a song with Zo or create your own invention in the makerspace
🎶 Food, music, and giveaways included! For youth ages 13–19.
Day 4: Digital Dreams Day (Flagship Event)
A premier convening on equity, access, and belonging in St. Louis’s digital future. Panels and spotlights with community leaders, creatives, and innovators bridging pathways across infrastructure, careers, and advocacy.
🍴 Meals catered by Levels Nigerian Cuisine
🎤 Hosted by ConnectSTL and partners
For community leaders, professionals, students, and advocates committed to digital inclusion.
Day 5: The Place To Be on Friday Nights @ Thomas Dunn Learning Center
📍 Thomas Dunn Learning Center️ Friday, October 10 • Evening
A safe, creative hangout space for teens. Come through for:
● YMCA Gaming Truck
● Drones and tech demos
● Pizza, games, and music
● Internet & phone charging stations
For teens and youth looking for connection, fun, and opportunity.
✨ Be Part of the Movement
Digital Inclusion Week is more than events. It’s a call to action. Together, we’re creating spaces where everyone can access, learn, and thrive in the digital age.
Contact (Sponsors & Hosts): coletan@stlouis-mo.gov
Special Thanks: ConnectSTL, SLDC, the City of St. Louis, and our generous sponsors