I’m a techno-geek of sorts. My husband often says that I should be more accurately labeled a "gadget geek" - I just love finding the newest and greatest things for the garden, for my computer or even for craft projects. Including technology into ANY of these areas of my life gets me pretty excited. The kids are learning about it, too, through my excitement. I suppose that is why this Saturday’s event at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum caught my eye.

This Saturday, the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is hosting its second Local Tech Event from 6-9 p.m. The event connects entrepreneurs, innovations and their families for an inspiring evening of fun and features dozens of innovative companies from throughout the local region who will display fuel cells, video games and other interactive technologies.

"The Local Tech Event extends the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum's mission to
connect families with science and learning," said Mel Drumm, executive
director. "By connecting local innovators with families, the Ann Arbor
Hands-On Museum's Tech Event inspires creativity and imagination. The Local
Tech Event is geek fun for the whole family and the whole community."

Dozens of innovative companies from throughout the local region who will display fuel cells, video games and other interactive technologies. Entrepreneurs will be on hand to talk with families about what it takes to turn an innovative idea into a thriving
business.

The event does not ignore the kids either. Kids-only activities will be offered through supervised hands-on workshops throughout the museum and live music from HiDef
and The Chief Blues Officers. There is also a museum-wide scavenger hunt. Refreshments will also be served, including a special kids-only dining area.

Tickets for the Local Tech Event at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum are $25
for adults and $10 for children. Family ticket packages for two adults and
two children are $50. For more information, or to buy tickets online, visit the Ann Arbor Hands on Museum website.

Tammy Mayrend is a search marketing professional and mother of two who blogs on low-cost local activities, events, and Ann Arbor area freebies for families at annarbormom.com.