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Sunday November 27th from 2-3:30pm: Wind Power
Participants will initially learn the basic principles of wind turbines. Participants will have the opportunity to analyze and understand how a blade’s number, length, shape and pitch angle will affect the power output. Then they will be challenged to build their own wind turbine in order to produce maximum power output.
Led by: Dr. Memhet Goksu, Millersville University
*Programs are for kids in grades 3 – 8.
*Workshop cost per child: FREE with your paid admission or membership.
*Regular Science Factory rates apply: Members are FREE, All Visitors are $8.50.
*To reserve a space in this workshop, please contact Rachel Cahill at Rcahill@tlsf.org or 717-509-6363 x105 or visit our website to complete an electronic registration.
Sunday November 27th from 2-3:30pm: Wobbler Engines
Learn how to assemble a special kind of engine in no time using a compressor and experimenting with different flywheels.
*Programs are for kids in grades 3 – 8.
*Workshop cost per child: FREE with your paid admission or membership.
*Regular Science Factory rates apply: Members are FREE, All Visitors are $8.50.
*To reserve a space in this workshop, please contact Rachel Cahill at Rcahill@tlsf.org or 717-509-6363 x105 or visit our website to complete an electronic registration.
The Lancaster Science Factory will be offering FREE ADMISSION from 3 – 6 pm during the Extraordinary Give, along with with special “Science of Star Wars” at the Science Cafe. Try your hand at controlling your inner force while competing in Sensory Warfare and Glow in the Dark Sabers.
On that day, every dollar donated will be stretched by at least $300,000! Your donation to the Science Factory through the Extraordinary Give will support hands-on STEM education in our community. Gifts help us to offer free admission to all 6th grade classes and youth-serving non-profits in Lancaster County, free Pre-K programs, free First Fridays, free weekend Make It Yourself Workshops, free Scout programs, and scholarships to Summer Science Camp and Girls Code Club. Your generous support improves our community, and the Extraordinary Give is the perfect time to donate!
Please consider supporting the Lancaster Science Factory during the 24-hour giving event on Friday, November 18.
The Science of Star Wars Returns!
The Lancaster Science Factory will be participating in the Extraordinary Give with two events that are out of this world! Events will feature kid-friendly Star Wars science activities and plenty of costumed characters.
Saturday, November 12th, 1 – 4 pm:
• See the Capital City Jedi Knights and Ghost Base perform a lightsaber battle.
Sunday, November 13th, 12 – 2 pm:
• Mingle with Darth Vader and dozens of Star Wars characters from Garrison Carida, local unit of the 501st Legion.
Friday, November 18th , 3 – 6 PM
The Lancaster Science Factory will be offering FREE ADMISSION from 3 – 6 pm for the Extraordinary Give. Join us in the Science Cafe for some hands-on activities related to the movies.
Please consider supporting the Lancaster Science Factory during the 24-hour giving event on Friday, November 18. Give online at:https://extragive.org/
Hope to see you there!
The Science of Star Wars Returns!
The Lancaster Science Factory will be participating in the Extraordinary Give with two events that are out of this world! Events will feature kid-friendly Star Wars science activities and plenty of costumed characters.
Saturday, November 12th, 1 – 4 pm:
• See the Capital City Jedi Knights and Ghost Base perform a lightsaber battle.
Sunday, November 13th, 12 – 2 pm:
• Mingle with Darth Vader and dozens of Star Wars characters from Garrison Carida, local unit of the 501st Legion.
Friday, November 18th , 3 – 6 PM
The Lancaster Science Factory will be offering FREE ADMISSION from 3 – 6 pm for the Extraordinary Give. Join us in the Science Cafe for some hands-on activities related to the movies.
Please consider supporting the Lancaster Science Factory during the 24-hour giving event on Friday, November 18. Give online at:https://extragive.org/
Hope to see you there!
Sunday November 13th (Special time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm)
FOX Weather
Join Fox Meteorologist Drew Anderson to uncover the how’s and why’s of weather. Experience weather first hand while doing hands on experiments that will give you a deeper understanding of the weather you see around us every day.
Led by: Meteorologist Drew Anderson
*Programs are for kids in grades 3 – 8.
*Workshop cost per child: FREE with your paid admission or membership.
*Regular Science Factory rates apply: Members are FREE, All Visitors are $8.50.
*To reserve a space in this workshop, please contact Rachel Cahill at Rcahill@tlsf.org or 717-509-6363 x105 or visit our website to complete an electronic registration.
Take learning to the next level with the new ‘Interactive Science Discovery’ series at The Lancaster Science Factory! This FREE family-friendly event will feature our partners from Franklin & Marshall College.
Since this event falls on HALLOWEEN, costumes are encouraged!
Join F&M professors and students to explore spooky magic tricks! You will learn some tricks and take home the materials you will need to perform them, and discover the psychology, math and physics behind these tricks.
Plus, see some amazing tricks by an F&M Student and Magician. He will not reveal his secrets, but you can watch, and then try to figure out how the heck did he do that?!?
The regular LSF exhibits will all be open for science play, and don’t worry, there will be treats with the tricks! All guests in attendance will enjoy FREE pizza generously provided from Pats Pizzeria!
RSVP on the event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1849623198607866/
JUST ADDED: Nov 4th (9:30 – 11:00am)
Acids and Bases: The Candy Science of Sour
Students will have the opportunity to work with Acids and Bases but from the prospective of candy and foods. Students will learn how to determine an acid from a base using pH paper and acid/base tests. They will learn how to read the color scale associated with an acid or a base and be able to determine which items are strong acids/bases and those that are weak acids/bases. Students will also be able to tell if a food is an acid or base from their own facial expressions as they take that first taste.
Cost is $15 per child, per session
**Lancaster Science Factory members receive a 10% discount on all Homeschool Classes!**
To sign up for a homeschool class, please visit our website for online registration or contact Rachel Cahill at Rcahill@tlsf.org or 717-509-6363 x105.
Take learning to the next level with the new ‘Interactive Science Discovery series at The Lancaster Science Factory! This family-friendly event will feature our partners from Franklin & Marshall College as they provide activities for ages Pre-K to adult based on current research being done locally. Participants will also be able to explore our museum’s exhibits during this time.
Worried about missing dinner? All guests in attendance will enjoy FREE pizza genously provided from Pats Pizzeria!
September 29th- 6-8pm – Topic: New Methods for Humanitarian Demining (ie: How can you tell whether a buried object is a dangerous mine, or a harmless rock or trash?)
Hope to see you there!
Sunday October 9th
The REAL World of Welding
Let High Steel and Lincoln Electric bring you up close and personal to the REAL World of Welding. Try your hand at virtual welding and see if you’ve got the steady welder’s hand. Then dress the part of the arc welder with welding helmet and shirt and actually join two plates by ARC welding. You never know what is to come next as you become a WELDER for a day.
Led by Ronnie Medlock and High Steel Structures LLC
*Programs are for kids in grades 3 – 8.
*Workshop cost per child: FREE with your paid admission or membership.
*Regular Science Factory rates apply: Members are FREE, All Visitors are $8.50.
*Program sessions are Sundays, from 2 – 3:30 pm.
*To reserve a space in this workshop, please contact Rachel Cahill at Rcahill@tlsf.org or 717-509-6363 x105 or visit our website to complete an electronic registration.
