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Your Guide to the Fleet
JUNE 2010
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
June: Father's Day weekend and Earth Exposed
New Exhibition: "Earth Exposed"
Earth Exposed logo This summer, come face to face with erupting geysers, crumbling mountains, and wind driven waves at the new 5,000 square foot exhibition, "Earth Exposed." Nature is a work in progress, and this collection of more than 25 exhibits allows you to get up-close and hands-on with many of the fundamental forces that continually shape and reshape the planet.

Please note the Main Exhibit Gallery will be closed Monday, June 7 - Friday June 18 during the change-over in exhibitions from "Motion Mania" to "Earth Exposed." The Fleet Science Center's seven other hands-on galleries including, "Kid City" and "Block Busters!" will remain open during the exhibition installations.

Opens Saturday, June 19


Father's Day (Weekend) at the Fleet - FREE for Dads!
Proud father Together with Dad, enjoy the new exhibition "Earth Exposed" or build a tall tower together in "Block Busters!"  Dads receive Free Gallery Admission Saturday, June 19 or Sunday, June 20 *with the purchase of one full-price gallery admission ticket, on the same day. You can also add on an IMAX film to your gallery admission for just $4.50/adult and $3/child/senior. Paid admission may be Adult, Junior or Senior. No other discounts accepted.  Purchase at ticket counter.
 
Saturday, June 19 - Sunday, June 20


Climate Conversations: Author Talk with Dr. Naomi Oreskes
Reuben H. Fleet eNewsletter How could a handful of scientists obscure the truth on significant issues such as global warming? Dr. Naomi Oreskes of UCSD will lead a powerful discussion on the dark secrets of the American scientific community and skewed public understanding of these critical issues. This special lecture is free, no admission required. Reserve your space by calling (619) 238-1233 ext. 847

Tuesday, June 8
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 


There's Still Time to Register for Summer Camp
Summer Camp Give your child a week of hands-on fun and scientific discovery! The Fleet's weekly and half-day summer camps begin June 28 and run through August 27. Camps still available include "Artology," "Hobby Shop," "Science Detectives," "CSI: Climate Science Investigations" and more. To register, call (619) 238-1233 x. 806 or click here.

Registration Fees: $80.00 members. $90.00 non-members per week.

IMAX En Español: MYSTERY OF THE NILE
Mysteries of the Nile Join us for our monthly screening of an IMAX film entirely in Spanish! The June feature is MYSTERY OF THE NILE. In this film, you'll encounter dangerous rapids, hippos and crocodiles and the beauty of ancient cultures from Ethiopia to Egypt as you travel the world's longest river from source to source.

Sunday, June 19
6:00 p.m.

Father's Day Gift Membership
Discount for Current Members
Membership image
Membership makes the perfect Father's Day gift.  If you are a current member, you can purchase Family memberships for only $64 ($15 off the regular price).  This also makes a great gift for graduation, birthdays or any occasion at all.    
 
  Three convenient ways to purchase a gift:
  1. In person: any cashier can help you
  2. By phone: call (619) 238-1233, ext. 713 - Monday - Friday during business hours
  3. By mail: print out this application
Discounted gift memberships are one more reason that Fleet membership is a great value all year long! Not a member? Click here.  Or call the Membership Office at (619) 238-1233, ext. 713.

Membership Reminder: Member reservations for IMAX and planetarium shows must be claimed at least 20 minutes before show time; always allow extra time for parking. Reservations not claimed 20 minutes in advance may be released for sale to the general public.

Deals & Discounts for Military
American Flag As a reminder, the Fleet supports our local military and their families every day of the year! The Fleet offers 12 free admission days per year to military and their families to enjoy the Science Center's exhibit galleries for free, and IMAX films discounted to $8.50 per person. Free admission for military and their dependents is offered on the first Tuesday of each month. Upcoming Free Tuesdays are: July 1, July 6, August 3 and September 7. Vouchers - good for one IMAX film and all exhibit galleries - may be purchased at a 20% discount from MWR ticket offices throughout San Diego. Visit our Web site for a complete list of ticket offices. Every day of the year, members of the military and their family receive a 10% discount on admission, tasty food from Galileo's Café, and cool science gadgets from the North Star Science Store.

City of San Diego and San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture

IMAX® is a registered trademark of IMAX Corporation.
Quick Links
June Events
1
Free Tuesday
2
Exploring Ethics Lecture
2
The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show
7
Senior Monday: "Successful Aging & Cognitive awareness
8
Climate Conversations
12
Saturday Science for Girls: "Environmental Engineering"
19
"Earth Exposed" Opens
19-20
Dad's Free for Father's Day
20
IMAX en Español Monthly Screening
IMAX Films
HUBBLE POSTER
HUBBLE

Greatest Places poster
THE GREATEST PLACES
Closes June 30

Dolphins poster
DOLPHINS
Closes June 30
Opening July 1
The Ultimate Wave Tahiti
THE ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI

Fridays at the Fleet
See "classic" and current IMAX films at 6, 7 & 8 p.m. every Friday night! Only $8.50 for one film and $5 for each additional film.

June Schedule:
6PMBEARS
7PM
HUBBLE
8PMAFRICA: THE SERENGETI
Enter to Win!
Congratulations to Rahel Gottlieb, winner of a 2-pack of passes to the Museum of Contemporary Art.

This month, it could be YOUR turn to win! Enter to win a 2-pack of passes to the Museum of Man.

Museum of Man

To enter, please complete this form by June 15th 2010.
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