Labs change the first Tuesday of each month

June 3-June 30
Physics
Runs throughout the day. Using sophisticated sensors and delicate equipment explore the science of physics. Observe, force, current and momentum. Try your hand at creating an eletronic device. Gain insights about mechanical advantage.

July 1-August 4
All About Energy
Runs throughout the day. Using hands on experiments, experience the science behind some of today’s energy options. Experiment with a solar cells. Try wind power. Test out the power used by different lights.

August 5-September 1
Technology and Electricity
Runs throughout the day. Using hands on experiments dive into the world of technology and electricity. Build a chemical battery. Use a computer to control a mechanical hand. Create a program for a robot.

September 2-October 6
Probes and Sensors
Runs throughout the day. Experience the unseen. Use sophisticated sensors and computers to: Discover the acceleration rate of gravity, find out how fast sound moves and see how much hot air really comes out of your mouth.

October 7-November 3
Chemical Reactions
Runs throughout the day. Do a little mixing. Put on some goggles and try your hand at some classic chemistry. Discover the 4 ways you can tell that a chemical reaction has occurs and make it happen. Try a color change, create some gas or make a solid from two liquids.

November 4-December 1
Food Science
Runs throughout the day. Play with your food. Delve into the stuff that food is made of. Play with enzymes. Test out the electrolyte level in sports drinks. Break down some starches, without exercise.

December 2-January 5
Science and Toys
Runs throughout the day. Toys are full of science just waiting to come out. Use toys to feel the force of gyroscopic motion, control a digital circuit and explore the strange world magnetism.