Calendar of Events
Schedule subject to change. Please call 434-791-5160 to confirm date and time. All events are included in regular Science Center admission unless otherwise noted.
| Now Showing | Damsels, Dragons and Ladies; Featuring pictures of damselflies, dragonflies and ladybugs, Dr. David Hoffman documents his Riverwalk experiences though the eyes of these insects. Wild Music; All ages. There is music all around us. Hunt for sounds of forest creatures andinvestigate the songs of whales. Pass through a city square and stop to record a musical memory. In the Jamming Room, lay down a beat, add tracks with animal sounds and recordings of your own voices. Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday 1–5 p.m. |
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January 2012 |
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| Jan. 11 | Polliwogs and Science Stars; Ages 3-5 and 5-7. Polliwogs and Science Stars will storm into the new year with an exploration of weather. We'll learn about clouds, rain, and snow as we make a weather dial that will help us see "whether the weather is cold or whether the weather is hot." Fee: $3 members; $6 nonmembers (includes admission to the Science Center for the day). Pre-registration is required. To register, please call (434)-791-5160. |
| Jan. 13 | Corks & Forks; Adults over 21. It’s the tastiest fundraiser of the year. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, fine wines and specialty beers are the fare for this relaxed evening of culinary delights. Attire is dressy casual. Proceeds benefit educational programs at the Science Center. Friday, January 13, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Tickets $40/person. Information: 434-791-5160 |
| Jan. 19 | Skywatchers; All ages. Our old friend Orion (The Hunter) is well placed in the sky for our viewing along with its GreatNebula M42. We will also observe Orion's Red Giant, Betelgeuse, the constellation Gemini the Twins and its apparent twin stars Castor and Pollox. We will also observe the planets Venus and Jupiter. Thursday, January 19, nightfall. Free with pre-registration. To register, please call (434)-791-5160. |
February 2012 |
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| Feb. 8 | Polliwogs and Science Stars; Ages 3-5 and 5-7. Polliwogs & Science Stars are on the case as they become detectives to learn about fingerprinting, disappearing messages and other science mysteries. Wednesday, February 8, Polliwogs @ 2–3 p.m. Stars @ 3:30–4:30 p.m. Members $3; Non-members $6 (includes admission to the Science Center for the day). Pre-registration is required. Information: 434-791-5160 |
| Feb. 14 | The Methods of Chiropractic Medicine; All Ages. Local chiropractor, Dr. Stephen Eggleston shares his insights and experiences with the methods and philosophy of chiropractic medicine. Discover how small applications of pressure and adjustments in alignment can bring about large results in the effort to relieve pain in the human body. Tuesday, February 14, 6:30 p.m. No Fee. Information: 434-791-5160 |
| Feb. 16 | Skywatchers; All ages. Sky Watchers take a look at the constellation Auriga the Charioteer with its bright multiple star system, Capella. The planets Venus and Jupiter will also be well positioned for viewing, and we will continue to follow Orion and the Pleiades while they are still visible. Thursday, February 16, nightfall. No Fee. Information: 434-791-5160 |
| Feb. 24 | Dinosaurs Under the Microscope; All Ages. We are pleased and proud to host Dr. Mary Schweitzer of North Carolina State University. She is world renowned for her discovery of un-mineralized, flexible dinosaur tissue within dinosaur bone. Dr. Schweitzer reflects on her research and talks about the evidence for soft tissue in a multitude of fossils and the broad implications of this in our understanding of ancient animals and their environments. Friday, February 24, 6:30 p.m. No Fee. Information: 434-791-5160 |
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