The Douglas ESD will be hosting a STEM Play Date for pre-school age children on May 24.

Parents are encouraged to bring the kids to the event to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities, including tiling turtles, building structures with magnetic titles, bristle blocks, Lego gears and marble runs.

The free event will run from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the Parent Resource Center at the Douglas ESD on Northeast Stephens Street. The activities will start with a meet and great and a snack.