SCIENCE
Science on Screen: Theater of Thought: Werner Herzog Film and Talk with Dr. Shreya Saxena
Real Art Ways 56 Arbor Street, HartfordReal Art Ways Science on Screen® season invites you to experience the unique combination of a feature film and a relevant talk from a notable local figure in science. Werner Herzog sets his sights on yet another mysterious landscape – the human brain – for clues as to why a hunk of tissue can produce profound […]
RTPC CONNECTICUT RIVER LECTURE SERIES: Exploring the Connecticut River: Patrick J. Lynch
Lyme Art Association 90 Lyme Street, Old LymeWhether you are planning a summer or fall expedition to explore the northern reaches of the Connecticut River or you just want to learn more from the comfort of home, Patrick Lynch’s latest book: A Field Guide to the Connecticut River: From New Hampshire to Long Island Sound is the book for you. Building off the success of his Field Guide to Long […]
NASA’s Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test: Virtual Event
NASA’s Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test (CFT) will help write a new chapter in human spaceflight by launching the first flight of the CST-100 Starliner spacecraft with astronauts to the […]
Party on the Plaza Hartford
Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford🌞 THE OFFICIAL SUMMER KICKOFF EVENT Get ready to dive into summer fun at our annual Party on the Plaza! This is the ultimate family-friendly bash to kick off the season in style. Prepare for a day packed with lively activities and exciting attractions that’ll make your summer unforgettable. An extravaganza featuring giant inflatables, the hottest […]
Pups and Pints on the Plaza Hartford
Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford🐕 GET READY FOR A HOWLING GOOD TIME – ONLY $5 ADMISSION Calling all dog lovers! Fetch your furry friend and join us at the Connecticut Science Center for Pups & Pints on the Plaza – where tails will be wagging, and spirits will be high! This bark-tastic summer event is your golden opportunity to bond […]
Teacher Summer Camp at Kellogg Environmental Center: Derby
Osborne Homestead Museum and Kellogg Estate gardens 500 Hawthorne Avenue, DerbySummer workshop days for elementary and middle school teachers that provide experiences for teachers through exploration of forests, shorelines and more. Lesson plans, resources and materials are provided to allow you to recharge and spark ideas for next year. The camp is free, and you are welcome to bring your children with you or adults […]
Nature Scavenger Hunt and “Bug Hut” Build with Essex Library
Essex Cross Lots 40 West Avenue, EssexThis summer, become “Earth Agents” in support of the 2024 Summer Reading theme, “Read, Renew, Repeat.” Kids will explore physical and biological sciences while developing problem solving skills and learning about conservation efforts. July 20: Nature Scavenger Hunt and “Bug Hut” Build NOTE: THIS SESSION TAKES PLACE AT ESSEX CROSS LOTS Kids will investigate the […]
Bats: Winged Wonders, presented by Bat Rehabilitator Maureen Heidtmann with Essex Library
Essex Library Association 33 West Avenue, EssexMaureen Heidtmann, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, will provide an overview of bats of the world, with an emphasis on our local species. The presentation will cover the myths and misconceptions about these fascinating creatures, the many roles bats play to ensure a healthy planet, the perils bats face in their struggle for survival, their amazing […]
114th Plant Science Day at CAES Lockwood Farm: Hamden
Lockwood Farm 890 Evergreen Avenue, HamdenEvents from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Barn Displays, Field Plots and Exhibits, Technical Demonstrations, Plant Diagnosis and Plant Identification, Insect Identification, Questions Answered, Activities for Kids, Lockwood Farm Walking Tour, All About Apples and Diseases Walking Tour, Connecticut Pesticide Credits Offered - All Categories and Private Applicator (PA) Categories: 3.50 Total Credit Hours For more […]
Pups and Pints on the Plaza Hartford
Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford🌌 SET BLASTERS TO ‘FUN’ Strap on your lightsabers, don your capes, and set your blasters to ‘fun’! The Connecticut Science Center is transforming into a galaxy far, far away for an out-of-this-world Star Wars celebration. Join us for a day of galactic fun; whether you’re a Jedi Master or an aspiring Padawan, there’s something for […]
Insects At Night! Nocturnal Adventure at Flanders Nature Center
FLANDERS NATURE CENTER 596 Flanders Road, WoodburyAre you curious about nocturnal insects? Everyone’s familiar with daytime insects, but rarely have a chance to see the array of moths, beetles, and other insects that wait until dark to emerge from their daytime hiding places. We will collect, observe, and learn about nocturnal insects and their relatives. This is a great family program. […]
Tapping into the Neurobiology of Speech and Dance Production at Yale Whitney Humanities Center
Whitney Humanities Center 320 York Street, New HavenNeuroscientist Constantina Theofanopoulou explores the neural circuits of complex sensory-motor behaviors that serve social communication, specifically speech and dance, and aims to identify potential therapies for disorders that affect these behaviors, like Parkinson’s Disease. In this lecture, she will present research uncovering possible similarities between speech and dance, including an examination of the brain pathways […]