Featured Past Events

Special acknowledgment

DronesbyGirls extends a heartfelt thank you to all of our boy members at Drones4Kids, whose unwavering support has been integral to our success. Their dedication is evident in every event, as captured in our photos, showcasing their commitment to teamwork and innovation. We work together, we soar higher!

Girl Scouts of Orange County STEM Expo 2025

Nov 2, 2025

Girl Scouts of Orange County's 10th annual STEM Expo is a milestone event designed to ignite curiosity and exploration in local Girl Scouts through hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences.  This year’s Expo featured more than 50 interactive booths hosted by leading organizations and companies across Southern California. Drones4Kids/DronesbyGirls proudly presented our engaging hand-on drone flight activities at the event. 

University of Southern California MESA Family Day

Oct 25, 2025

USC MESA Family Day is an annual event designed to bring together students, parents, and families involved in the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program. It focuses on STEM education, family engagement, and community building. The event is hosted by the USC Viterbi K-12 STEM Center. Drones4Kids/DronesbyGirls were so excited to teach kids how to fly drones at the event. 

Orange County Maker Faire

Sep 13th-14th, 2025

The Orange County Maker Faire is part of the global Maker Faire movement, often called the “Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth.” It’s a family-friendly showcase of invention and creativity. The Orange County Maker Faire 2025 featured a vibrant lineup of over 60 exhibitors and vendors. Drones4kids/DronesbyGirls' booth welcomed over 150 children and their families, offering them an exciting opportunity to pilot a drone and make an aircraft.

EL Camino Real Library

Aug 9th, 2025

The El Camino Real Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library, located in East Los Angeles, has served the community since 1929 and was renovated in 2014 to include modern features like a teen area and outdoor reading patio. It offers free Wi-Fi, public computers, and a variety of educational and cultural programs for all ages. The branch remains a welcoming space for learning and community engagement. 

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

Aug 7th, 2025

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum is a private school offering Montessori education for infants through middle school, with a focus on hands-on learning, independence, and personalized instruction. 

Anaheim Back to School Bash

Aug 3rd, 2025

The Anaheim Back to School Bash is an annual community event designed to support students and families as they prepare for the new school year. Hosted by local leaders such as Council Member Carlos Leon, the event typically features free school supplies, backpacks, games, activities, and access to important resources. It brings together organizations like Anaheim Public Utilities and the OC Justice Initiative to offer services including free haircuts, food, and educational booths. All in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere. 

Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library

July 23rd, 2025

The Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library, part of the Los Angeles Public Library system, opened in 2004 and honors Miriam Matthews, the city's first African American librarian. Located in South LA, it offers community programs, tech access, and a vibrant mural reflecting local culture and youth involvement. 

Laguna Beach Library

July 12th, and Sep 27th, 2025

The Laguna Beach Library, part of the Orange County Public Libraries system, has served the community since 1921, making it one of the oldest branches in the county. The current building, designed by local architect Fred Briggs, opened in 1973. The library offers a wide range of services including public computers, Wi-Fi, educational games for children, a local history collection, and a “Library of Things” with items like musical instruments and tech gadgets. 

Learning Tree Drone Summer Camp

July 7th-10th and July 28th-30th, 2025

Learning Tree After School in Yorba Linda, CA, was founded in 2013 by two USC graduates and parents who wanted a high-quality, holistic after-school program for their children. The center offers a well-rounded curriculum for K–8 students, combining academic, artistic, and physical activities to foster creativity, confidence, and cognitive growth in a safe and supportive environment. Drone Summer Camp taught children how to pilot and code drone flight to prepare for aerial drone competitions. 

Presentation at OC Octane NPA Pitch Conference

July 10th, 2025

We presented at the OC Octane NPA Pitch Conference. which is part of Octane’s Non-Profit Accelerator (NPA) program, which helps Orange County nonprofits strengthen their organizational capacity, increase funding opportunities, and expand community impact. The Pitch Conference, also known as the NPA 2.0 Summit & Pitch Lab, showcases nonprofit graduates who present their initiatives to funding experts and audiences for potential cash and in-kind awards, fostering innovation and sustainability in the nonprofit sector.  

Harbor Gateway Library

July 9th, 2025

Serving approximately 36,000 residents in the Harbor City area, the Harbor Gateway Branch of Los Angeles Public Library is a vibrant community hub offering a wide range of services and programs for all age groups. 

Duarte Library

June 28th, 2025

The Duarte Library, part of the County of Los Angeles Public Library system, was established in the mid-20th century and serves approximately 22,000 residents and offers a wide range of services including books, e-books, public computers, a meeting room, and community programs.

South Whittier Library

June 23th, 2025

The South Whittier Library, part of the Los Angeles County Library system, serves over 85,000 residents and features a modern, eco-friendly building that opened in 2016. Originally established in 1915, the library now offers spacious areas for children, teens, and adults, along with public computers and community meeting rooms. Its sustainable design earned it LEED Platinum certification for energy efficiency. 

Cerrito Library

June 21th, 2025

The Cerritos Library, operated by the City of Cerritos, is a landmark public library known as the world’s first “Experience Library.” Originally opened in 1973 and redesigned in 2002, it features themed spaces, museum-quality exhibits, and a striking titanium-clad exterior—the first of its kind in the U.S. The library offers extensive physical and digital collections, interactive children’s areas, and community programs, making it a hub for learning, creativity, and cultural enrichment. 

Clifton M Brakensiek Library

June 14th, 2025

The Clifton M. Brakensiek Library, located in Bellflower, California, is part of the Los Angeles County Library system and has served the community for over 100 years. Originally opened in 1914, the library was named after Dr. Clifton M. Brakensiek, who donated the land for its current location, dedicated in 1975. Today, it offers a wide range of services including public computers, a Homework Center, a Literacy Center, and a large collection of books, media, and special items like historical American flags and sheet music. 

Culver City Julian Dixon Library

June 4th, 2025

The Culver City Julian Dixon Library is a busy branch of the Los Angeles County Library system, serving around 40,000 residents with a wide range of resources including books, computers, and community programs. Named after Congressman Julian Dixon, the library features dedicated spaces for children and teens, and regularly hosts educational and cultural events. It is also supported by an active Friends of the Library group. 

LA Maker Faires

April 12th, 2025

The Los Angeles Maker Faire 2025 featured over 150 exhibitors, showcasing a wide range of creative, scientific, and engineering projects. Drones4kids/DronesbyGirls' booth welcomed over 200 children and their families, offering them an exciting opportunity to pilot a drone for the first time.

Drone Day at Columbia Memorial Space Center

Mar 15th, 2025

We were excited to host a special event at Drone Day, a free community gathering organized by the Girls in STEM Club. This action-packed day features drone-related activities, hands-on demonstrations, and STEM-focused fun for all ages. Our booth remained a major attraction throughout the event, drawing in numerous enthusiastic young drone pilots eager to experience the thrill of flight.

Drone Program at Lancaster Library and Stevenson Ranch Library

Feb 15th , 2025

Our dedicated volunteers traveled 400 miles to introduce cutting-edge drone technology through a hands-on, interactive drone flight program at the Lancaster Library—a historic institution founded in October 1912 by the Los Angeles County Free Public Library. On the same day, we extended the experience to the Stevenson Ranch Express Library. More than 60 children and their families eagerly participated, making it a truly memorable day of learning and exploration.

Drone Presentation at Sunrise Rotary Club, Fullerton

Feb 6th, 2025

We presented at the Sunrise Rotary Club of Fullerton, which has been a strong and dedicated supporter of Troy students and our broader community. We are thrilled to showcase our efforts in promoting drone technology and STEM education, highlighting the impact of our club’s initiatives. We are honored to have our principal, Mr. Mynster, among our audience as we share our achievements.

Drones4Kids' 1st  Annual Orange County Aerial Drone Competition

Jan 18th, 2025

Drones4kids/DronesbyGirls proudly hosted our very first REC Aerial Drone Competition at Troy High School, bringing together nearly 50 teams from across Southern California for an exhilarating day of competition. Throughout the event, we witnessed many thrilling moments as teams showcased their skills. We trained three middle school teams for the challenge, and two of them successfully qualified for the national tournament. In a standout achievement, our all-girl middle school team claimed the prestigious All-Around Champion title.

Drone Workshops for Aerial Drone Competition

Nov 2024-Jan 2025

To prepare for our inaugural Orange County Drone Competition, Drones4kids/DronesbyGirls hosted five engaging workshops, welcoming over 50 students eager to learn drone piloting and coding. As a result, three middle school competition teams were formed and underwent intensive training. Now, with skills sharpened and excitement building, they eagerly await competition day.

Drone Program at Junipero Serra Branch Library

Nov 23rd, 2024

The Junipero Serra Branch Library is part of the Los Angeles Public Library system. Originally known as the Moneta Branch, it was established in 1908 as a book depository in a store before becoming a formal branch in 1915. The current Mediterranean Revival-style building opened in 1923, and in 1934, the branch was renamed in honor of Junípero Serra, the founder of the California mission system. We are truly honored to host a drone event in this historic library, which has stood for over a century as a beacon of knowledge and community.

Drone Event at LA Maritime Institute

Nov 17th, 2024

We are thrilled to collaborate with Girls IN Focus, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering girls through filmmaking. With drones playing a vital role in capturing stunning aerial footage, we are excited to provide participants with their first opportunity to learn how to pilot a drone, offering hands-on training to enhance their storytelling through aerial cinematography.

Orange County Maker Faire

Sep 15th, 2024

The Orange County Maker Faire 2024 featured a vibrant array of vendors, presenting everything from robotics and 3D printing to crafts and DIY innovations. Once again, Drones4kids/DronesbyGirls' booth emerged as a crowd favorite, drawing eager drone pilots of all ages—from young children and teenagers to adults and seniors—each thrilled to experience the excitement of flying a drone under their own control.

Drone Program at Rosemead Library

July 13th, 2024

Rosemead Library, a cherished part of the Los Angeles County Library system, has been enriching the community since its founding in June 1916 as the Savannah Branch of the Los Angeles County Free Public Library. With a longstanding commitment to education and innovation, the library continues to inspire new generations. Our drone program builds on this legacy by bringing cutting-edge technology to local youth, sparking curiosity and fostering hands-on learning experiences.