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Imprints in Science
Monthly Member Newsletter |
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Join the quest to learn about energy and conservation NOW ON EXHIBIT! | |
* Find ways to save with light bulbs, electricity and recycling
* Explore solar, wind and hydropower
* Connect circuits to power up lights, radios and fans
* See how much electricity your family uses compared to others
* Take the green challenge - a computer interactive on green choices
* Check out the latest energy-saving inventions and learn about the
future of energy
Conservation Quest is sponsored by:
Alex Lee, Inc., Corning Cable Systems, Duke Energy,
Hendrick Honda Hickory, and Mike Johnson's Hickory Toyota and a media partnership with WFAE 90.3 FM, Your NPR News Source.
CLICK HERE for more information |
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Celebrating Birthdays Science-Style | |
Catawba Science Center offers a variety of engaging and  educational birthday party packages for children ages 3 to 12.
Fun, hands-on activities with these exciting science themes Flower Power, Seashore Celebration, Meet the Animals, Science Magic, Dino-Mite and Earth & Sky Spectacular.
Click here for details about CSC's Birthday Party Packages
January 2013 Birthdays celebrated at CSC:
Maci Carswell, , Ahmirion Epps, Vance Ervin, Deac Haas, Gage Hice, Lucas Mitchell, Daisy Parker, Gavin Patterson, Payton Smith, Lucky Vang, Bless Yang |
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Science After Dark - Laser Shows
Catawba Science Center's (CSC) Science After Dark series of laser shows for adults continues with Saturday night events in the Millholland Planetarium during the month of February. Shown for the first time at CSC will be Pink Floyd: Through the Prism, a compilation of Pink Floyd classics. Also featured will be Classic Rock, a CSC-compiled arrangement of songs by well-known bands from the 1960's through the 1980's. The visualization of both shows employs fast-moving, bright, colorful abstract images moving to the beat of the music within the immersive environment of the Millholland Planetarium.
These will be the first Science After Dark programs to utilize the recently renovated SkyLase laser projection system. Working with Audio Visual Imagineering in Orlando, Florida, a more powerful green laser was added, and the red laser was upgraded to a brighter wavelength. Installation at CSC was completed by Planetarium volunteer Dr. Tom Lesser and CSC's Assistant Director Tricia Little. Lesser's technical experience, gained during his years as Senior Lecturer at the American Museum - Hayden Planetarium in New York, proved invaluable in the installation process. The resulting visual experience on the 30 foot Millholland Planetarium dome is dynamic and entertaining, with more stunning images for all future laser show productions.
The popular laser shows will be presented in the Millholland Planetarium each Saturday in February, beginning February 2nd. Classic Rock kicks off the evening at 7:00 p.m. and will feature a collection of songs assembled by the staff of CSC. Participants will enjoy rocking to classics such as AC/DC's Back in Black, Led Zeppelin's Kashmir, a Beatles medley and several other blasts from the past. Pink Floyd: Through the Prism, will be presented at 8:15 p.m. This new show is a compilation of Pink Floyd classics including One of These Days, Wish You Were Here, Comfortably Numb and Pigs on the Wing.
Advance tickets are recommended for each show. Tickets are $6 for CSC members and $9 for non-members. Contact CSC at 828-322-8169 or visit CSC to reserve seats. Evening laser shows presented as part of the Science After Dark series are recommended for adult audiences. Beer and wine will be available for a donation at the Saturday, February 23rd shows. Catawba Science Center's 2012-2013 laser show series is sponsored by: The Best of Beers, Focus Newspaper and 95.7 The Ride.
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RetroView - NOW OPEN!
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Celebrate CSC's 38th Anniversary Year; visit this special "old"- yet new exhibit tracing the history of Catawba Science Center!
Take a walk through time with exhibits old and new to discover what types of changes have taken place as the Center has grown and changed.
HAVE YOU EVER:
- Stuck your head in an aquarium to watch fish swimming?
- Seen an animal skeleton, colorful minerals, strange fossils, and insects up close?
- Seen rocks and minerals glow under "black light?"
- Looked through a large microscope at feathers, insects, or other tiny items?
- Seen photos of children and wondered if they are now Science Professionals as adults?
- Been told to open drawers to see what is inside?
You will get do experience all of this and more as you explore this special exhibit!
Click for More information about RetroView |
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EnergyExplorium
Field Trip |
Join Bruce Beerbower, CSC's Lead Naturalist for a fun-filled exciting, educational, and electrifying family fieldtrip. We will take a "virtual tour" of the McGuire Nuclear Power Plant and explore the hands-on museum exhibits dealing with energy, weather, and the environment. The finale will be a special participatory program that explains more about how electricity is made, transmitted and used.
How do generators and turbines work? What is a conductor and insulator? Can Van de Graaff generators make your hair stand on end? Discover all of this and more on the "ENERGETIC Expedition!"
Members $10 Non-Members $15
Participants must bring their own lunch and drink
If participants book with the March 8, 2013 "Where Does Our Garbage Go?" Field trip they will receive $5 off their total purchase per person.
CALL: 828-322-8169
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contact us | |
Catawba Science Center
243 3rd Ave. NE
Hickory, NC 28601
828.322.8169
828.322.1585
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UPCOMING EVENTS | |
EVERY SATURDAY IN FEBRUARY
Science After Dark - Laser Shows
Classic Rock 7:00 PM
NEW! Pink Floyd: Through the Prism 8:15 PM
FEBRUARY 23
Field Trip to Energy Explorium
10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
MARCH 8
Field Trip "Where does our Garbage go?"
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
MARCH 16
Touch O' The Green Family Day
MARCH 23
Catawba Science Center Guild
27th Italian Dinner and Auction
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TEEN VOLUNTEERS |
Teen Volunteer Opportunities for the Summer
Teenagers interested in doing something different this long summer will want to apply for CSC's Summer Fun volunteer program! The program will allow kids to work with our staff during camp - performing science demonstrations, playing with campers during morning activities and educating the children about our animals. This opportunity to serve our community also looks great when it is time to fill out college and job applications.
Volunteers will be asked to make a four week commitment to the Science Center for at least 11 hours each week. The program is open to all teenagers; an application, interview and references are required. For an application or more information please visit our website or contact Erin Graves, Director of Programs.
CALL:322-8169 ext. 305 or
EMAIL:
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Many CSC memberships will expire at the end of February, so be on the look out for CSC Membership Renewal materials in your mail and email. CSC Members continue to receive many great benefits, like free admission to CSC exhibits and discounted rates on planetarium shows, science camps, Science After Dark, and birthday parties. To remain eligible for these program discounts, your CSC membership must be valid throughout the time you or your family member will participate. That means renew now to see CSC's exciting new Conservation Quest and RetroView exhibits for free. |
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