NYC FIRST provides meaningful and joyful STEM and robotics programming city-wide.

We invest in New York City’s future by preparing the next generation of innovators and leaders.

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FIRST Programs

NYC FIRST is a proud program delivery organization of FIRST robotics programs. Since 2000, we have increased access to joyful STEM education in New York City through citywide robotics competitions, and our two STEM Centers which are open to students, coaches, mentors, and the entire FIRST community.

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STEM Centers

NYC FIRST STEM Centers are hubs of learning that provide valuable, scarce STEM educational experiences to students, teachers, and communities across the five boroughs. Our STEM Centers offer a range of programs and workshops, including computer science, digital and non-digital fabrication, mechanical engineering, electronics, and sensors. Resources include 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, miter saws, drill presses, metal saws, and a host of other tools.
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Today's Hours

QPL Jamaica Central
Closed
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Closed
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
2:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Closed
Closed
QPL Far Rockaway
2:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Closed
Closed
2:30 pm - 5:45 pm
2:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Closed
Closed
QPL Cambria Heights
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Closed
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Closed
Closed
Andrew Freedman Home
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
No After Hours
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Closed
Closed
School District 13
District 13 Only
District 13 Only
District 13 Only
District 13 Only
District 13 Only
Closed
Closed
Washington Heights
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Closed
Hudson Yards
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
3:45 pm - 7:00 pm
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Closed
Closed
Cornell Tech
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Upcoming

12
Thu
Cornell Tech
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Event
Intro to Java Workshop 1
Learn the fundamentals of Java programming through hands-on coding activities and problem-solving exercises.
November 2026
Cornell Tech
2026-11-12
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11 East Loop Rd. #6A, New York, NY 10044
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13
Fri
Cambria Heights
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Event
Open Teen Tech Lab
Come in and try out any of the technology offered by the teen center, including laptops, iPads, 3D printing, Cricut machines, Lego Robotics kits, and more. No registration is required – just come in and ask to use the equipment you wish to use!
November 2026
Cambria Heights
2026-11-13
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218-13 Linden Blvd, Cambria Heights, NY 11411
Workshop
13
Fri
Events
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Event
XRP Final Competition
A series of workshops on the XRP platform. During these workshops, Bloomberg engineers will demonstrate how this platform is useful for FIRST Robotics Competition teams
November 2026
Events
2026-11-13
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919 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10022
Bloomberg
XRP
17
Tue
Events
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Event
Demystifying The College Application Process
Join NYC FIRST for an informative session with Trinidad Carney, Associate Director of Outreach, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), to learn more about the college application process, admissions, and preparing for your next steps in higher education. This opportunity is open to high school students and educators. The event will take place over four NYC FIRST STEM Center locations on November 17–18, 2026. Nov 17, 3:30pm - NYC FIRST STEM Center @ QPL Central (Jamaica Queens) Nov 17, 5:30pm - NYC FIRST STEM Center @ Cornell Tech (Roosevelt Island) Nov 18, 3:30pm - NYC FIRST STEM Center @ School District 13 (Brooklyn) Nov 18, 5:30pm - NYC FIRST STEM Center @ Andrew Freedman Home (Bronx)
November 2026
Events
2026-11-17
2026-11-18
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New York, NY
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18
Wed
Cambria Heights
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Event
Laser Cut Keychains
Design and create your own personalized keychains using a laser cutter! Experiment with different materials, shapes, and designs to bring your ideas to life.
November 2026
Cambria Heights
2026-11-18
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218-13 Linden Blvd, Cambria Heights, NY 11411
Workshop
Washington Heights
2026-11-11
2026-11-11
Closed
Far Rockaway
2026-11-11
2026-11-11
Closed
Jamaica
2026-11-11
2026-11-11
Closed
Cambria Heights
2026-11-11
2026-11-11
Closed
Cambria Heights
2026-11-11
2026-11-11
Closed
Manhattan: Hudson Yards
2026-11-11
2026-11-11
Closed
Washington Heights
2026-11-25
2026-11-27
Closed
Far Rockaway
2026-11-26
2026-11-27
Closed
Jamaica
2026-11-26
2026-11-27
Closed
Cambria Heights
2026-11-26
2026-11-27
Closed
Manhattan: Hudson Yards
2026-11-26
2026-11-27
Closed
Cornell Tech
2026-11-26
2026-11-27
Closed
Cambria Heights
2026-11-26
2026-11-27
Closed
All STEM Centers
2026-12-24
2027-01-01
Closed
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