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FESTIVAL TEAMFestival Directors: Jordan Rose & Meisa SalaitaDirector of New Initiatives: Sarah PetersonExpo Chair: Melody RichardsonVolunteer Coordinator: Danielle FreemanExpo Volunteer Coordinator: Debbie MullisFestival Coordinator: Kellie VinalMarketing and Media Relations: Lenz, Inc.Event Management: Destination South Meetings & EventsEvaluation: Georgia Tech Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics & ComputingDesign: Lenz, Inc., Jonathan Splitlog, Vichhika Tep

FESTIVAL BOARD MEMBERSDavid Hartnett (Chair), Lynn Durham, Lilyn Hester, Jason Hoch, David Lynn, Sarah Peterson, Johnna Robinson, Jordan Rose, Meisa Salaita

GENERAL INFORMATIONAtlanta Science Festival191 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 3400, Atlanta, GA 30303Tel: 770.332.4992 I [email protected]

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Please note that all events are subject to change. Be sure to check our website or social media for the most up to date information.

Welcome to the 2018 Atlanta Science FestivalPlace your seat backs and tray tables in their upright and locked positions - the 2018 Atlanta Science Festival is about to take off! We’ll be cruising through 100 engaging science events and making connections at venues across the metro Atlanta region. You’ll see drones and robots, comics and comedy, farms and orchards, nature walks, ice cream tastings, art, trivia, curling, superheroes, beavers, newts, and bees! And just when you think it’s over, we’ll reach our final destination at Piedmont Park for Atlanta’s biggest family science event, the Exploration Expo! We invite you to join the thousands of curious kids and adults to experience the wonder of science.

Delta Air Lines is extremely proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Atlanta Science Festival. With this partnership, we are committed to building a vibrant and engaged Atlanta community, and to advancing education and shaping the lives of future employees and customers. We know the importance of engaging more students in science, technology, engineering and math to generate tomorrow’s STEM workforce. So, on behalf of our Atlanta-based flight crew, we hope you enjoy your science in Atlanta or wherever your final destination may take you...

Sincerely,Tad Hutcheson Vice President – Community Engagement Delta Air Lines HEY KIDS!

FOR SOME EXTRA OUT OF THIS WORLD FUN, FIND ALEX HIDDEN 15 TIMES THROUGHOUT THIS PROGRAM.

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LONG BEFORETAKEOFF.Proud to support the Atlanta Science Festival.









For updates, tickets and more, visit AtlantaScienceFestival.org4

FRIDAY, 3/9RISE UP, ROBOTSC T F A7:00 p.m.Georgia Tech

SATURDAY, 3/10Drones for GoodC F9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Grady High School

Strengthening STEAM SuccessE9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Morehouse School of Medicine

Fashionable CircuitsC F10:00 – 11:00 a.m.* Midtown International School* Also at 11:15 a.m.

STEM GemsC T10:00 – 11:30 a.m.Emory Goizueta Business School

Breakfast Lab from UGA ExtC F10:00 – 11:30 a.m.Dekalb County Ext Office

Zoo Atlanta – Nature PlayC F10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Zoo Atlanta

Ice Cream ScienceC F T A10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.High Road Craft Tasting Room

#ScienceBirthdayBashP C F T A10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Fernbank Science Center

Eco ExpeditionC F T A10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Stone Mountain Park

Rock ‘n’ WalkC F T A10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Stone Mountain Park

Genius Camp: Maker TeensT F11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Georgia State University

Taste of ScienceT A12:00 – 4:00 p.m.Georgia Tech

Invention ProtectionC F2:00 – 4:00 p.m.Meunier, Carlin, & Curfman

CCPLS Family Tech TimeC F T2:00 – 5:00 p.m.Mountain View Regional Library

Wetland Beavers in the Big CityP C F T A2:30 – 4:30 p.m.Blue Heron Nature Preserve

Superhero Science NightP C F6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Critters & CabernetA7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Savi Provisions

SUNDAY, 3/11Family Science CarnivalC F1:00 – 5:00 p.m.The Paideia School

Full STEAM Ahead Family DayP C F T1:00 – 4:00 p.m.High Museum of Art

Not Just NewtsC F T A2:00 – 4:30 p.m.The Amphibian Foundation

The Golden RecordT A3:00 – 4:30 p.m.* The Space* Also at 6:00 p.m.

Mathematics in MotionT A4:00 – 5:00 p.m.* Drew Charter School * Also at 7:00 p.m.

MONDAY, 3/12Puppets + STEM = Science in MotionC F9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Center for Puppetry Arts

The Story ColliderT A8:00 – 9:30 p.m.Highland Inn Ballroom

TUESDAY, 3/13Beehives & Bug Collections from UGA ExtC T F A10:00 – 11:30 a.m.UGA Clayton County Ext

Sprouting ScientistsP F10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Atlanta Botanical Garden

Bio-Bus: The Hamster LineupC F3:00 – 4:00 p.m.*Toco Hills Library* Also at 4:10 p.m.

The Power of ConnectedA7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Honeywell Atlanta Software Center

WEDNESDAY, 3/14Pi Day ExtravaganzaC T F 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Kennesaw State University

Outdoor STEAMP C F T9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Outdoor Activity Center

Bio-Bus: Elementary WeatherC F10:30 – 11:30 a.m.*Hairston Crossing Library* Also at 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

Bio-Bus: Star Wars GeoscienceC T F 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.*Ponce de Leon Library* Also at 5:30 p.m.

Autism in the Media A5:30 – 6:30 p.m.Marcus Autism Center

SSEF STEAM ShowcaseC T F6:00 – 8:00 p.m.North Springs Charter High School

Breaking Down the BeanA7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Taproom Coffee

THURSDAY, 3/15The Science Behind the Scenes at Clorox T F A10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.The Clorox Company

Bio-Bus: Animal DiversityC F10:30 – 11:30 a.m.Atlanta-Fulton Central Library

Bio-Bus: Biotechnology & ForensicsC T F12:00 – 1:00 p.m.Atlanta-Fulton Central Library

Project Zero: A VR ExperienceT F A1:30 - 4:00 p.m.Carter Presidential Library

Bio-Bus: DNA is for FamiliesC F4:00 – 7:00 p.m.Norcross Library

Hidden Histories in Public HealthT F A6:00 – 7:30 p.m.David J. Sencer CDC Museum

Gwinnett 4-H Wacky Science Night from UGA ExtC F T6:30 – 8:00 p.m.Gwinnett County Govt Annex

Beatrice the Biologist T F A7:30 – 8:30 p.m.Manuel’s Tavern

FRIDAY, 3/16Ebola: People + Public HealthT F10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.David J. Sencer CDC Museum

What the Trash?T A11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Georgia Aquarium

The Question BoothT A12:00 – 5:00 p.m.Ponce City Market

Intro to CurlingT A7:30 – 9:00 p.m.Center Ice Arena

TECHNOSELF with Deantoni ParksT A8:00 - 10:00 p.m.Red Light Cafe

SATURDAY, 3/17Fernbank Forest Bird WalkC T F A9:00 – 11:00 a.m.Fernbank Museum

Latino College & STEM FairC T F9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Georgia Tech

K.I.D.S. ClubC T F9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Georgia Tech

Discovery Day: Discovery StationsC T F A9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Georgia State University

Discovery Day: Eureka LabsC T F A9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Georgia State University

ATLANTA SCIENCE FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE

P = Preschool (ages 0-4) C = Children (ages 5-12) T = Teens (ages 13-18) F = Families A = Adults E = Educators

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Discovery Day: Fusion GalleryC T F A9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Georgia State University

STEAM Teacher SeminarE9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.High Museum of Art

Crime Scene Investigation SquadT10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Georgia Gwinnett College

Crime Scene Investigation Squad: Junior EditionC10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Georgia Gwinnett College

City Salamander StrollC T F A10:00 – 11:30 a.m.Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve

Fernbank Museum BioBlitzT F A10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Fernbank Museum

Escape the Bus!T FHourly, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00p.m. Frederick Douglass High School

Nerdy DerbyC T F11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Hollis Innovation Academy

G4C Game JamT 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Academy of Medicine

SSSSSSSuper Snake DayC T F 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.Fernbank Science Center

The Question BoothT A12:00 – 5:00 p.m.Ponce City Market

Silver Scream Science SpookshowC T F A1:00 – 2:30 p.m.Avondale Towne Cinema* Also at 10:00 p.m.

DESIGNORAMAP C T F 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.Drew Charter School

Twilight Trek with Zoo AtlantaC T F6:30 – 9:00 p.m.Zoo Atlanta

Starry NightC T F A8:30 – 10:30 p.m.Hard Labor Creek State Park

SUNDAY, 3/18The Question BoothT A12:00 – 5:00 p.m.Ponce City Market

Kids Day on the FarmC F12:00 - 5:00 p.m.Gaia Gardens/Love is Love Farm

From Orchard to Barrel A1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Monday Night Garage

Science of the CircusC T F1:00 – 2:30 p.m.*Circus School of Atlanta* Also at 3:30 p.m.

Roadside Geology WalkT A 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.First Presbyterian Church of Atl

Canning for Kids from UGA ExtC4:00 – 7:00 p.m.Atlanta History Center

Exploring Edible InsectsC F3:00 – 4:00 p.m.Little Shop of Stories

Atl’s Most Despised VertebrateC T F A4:00 – 6:00 p.m.Kavarna Coffeehouse

Bride of FrankensteinT A4:00 – 6:00 p.m.Fernbank Museum

Math TriviaT A7:30-9:30 p.m.Thinking Man Tavern

MONDAY, 3/19The Astronomy of Star Wars T F A5:00 – 6:30 p.m.GSU Perimeter College Dunwoody

The Science of “Motherese”T A6:30 – 8:00 p.m.Manuel’s Tavern

CDC in the SceneT F A 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.Emory University

TUESDAY, 3/20 Arts and [Chem] CraftsC T F12:30 – 2:00 p.m.GSU Perimeter College Clarkston

The Sound of LightC T F1:00 – 3:00 p.m.GSU Perimeter College Decatur

Become an ArchaeologistC F6:00 – 7:00 p.m.Oakhurst Park Pavillion

Cobb 4-H Family Science Night from UGA ExtP C F 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.Cobb County Ext Office

Mock Climate Change NegotiationT A6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Emory University

WEDNESDAY, 3/21Insects Around UsC T F A1:00 – 3:00 p.m.GSU Perimeter College Decatur

Unveiling the InternetT5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.* Emory University* Also at 7:30 p.m.

Chasing CoralT A7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Oxford College

Evolution AnimatedA7:00 - 10:00 p.m.Monday Night Garage

Science ImprovT A7:30 – 9:30 p.m.Whole World Improv

THURSDAY, 3/22STEAM Leadership ConferenceE8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Georgia Tech

Messy ThursdaysP F10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Roadside Geology WalkT A 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.High Museum

Fernbank Forest Wildflower TourC T F A2:00 – 4:00 p.m.Fernbank Museum

STEMCon NightC T4:00 – 6:00 p.m.Tucker Middle School

Frankenstein Goes Back to the LabA6:00 – 8:00 p.m.Emory University

Voices from the Ebola EpidemicT A6:00 – 7:30 p.m.David J. Sencer CDC Museum

Women & Minorities in STEMT F A7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Oxford College

Intersections of Science & Spirituality in AddictionA7:00 – 8:30 p.m.First Christian Church of Decatur

Science TriviaT A7:00 – 10:00 p.m.Manuel’s Tavern

FRIDAY, 3/23Science for EveryBODYP C T F A9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Chattahoochee Technical College

Physics Live!P C T F3:30 – 7:00 p.m.Emory University

Science.Art.WonderT A3:30 – 7:00 p.m.Emory University

Chemistry CarnivalC F3:30 – 7:30 p.m.Emory University

Communicating the FactsT A7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Little 5 Points Community Center

Intro to CurlingT A7:30 – 9:00 p.m.Center Ice Arena

SATURDAY, 3/24Exploration Expo11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Piedmont Park

MARCH 9 - MARCH 24

P = Preschool (ages 0-4) C = Children (ages 5-12) T = Teens (ages 13-18) F = Families A = Adults E = Educators


PROGRAM PARTNERSThe Atlanta Science Festival would not be possible without the contributions of our partners to produce events, bring audiences, and provide professional services. We are grateful to the following program partners (bolded partners are also sponsors of ASF):

Agnes Scott College AIR SerenbeAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (Pi Alpha Omega chapter)The Amphibian Foundation ArtsATLArts@Tech Atlanta Botanical GardenAtlanta Curling ClubAtlanta Geological SocietyAtlanta Jewish Music FestivalBlue Heron Nature PreserveCall it God, Call it ScienceThe Carter CenterCenter for Puppetry ArtsCenters for Disease Control and PreventionChattahoochee Technical CollegeChildren’s Museum of AtlantaThe Circus School of AtlantaThe City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of ResilienceThe Clorox CompanyCobb 4-HCobb County Public Library SystemDecatur MakersDestination South Meetings & EventsDrew Charter SchoolEmory UniversityFernbank Museum of Natural HistoryFernbank Science CenterFirst Christian Church of DecaturFlight of SwallowsG3 RoboticsGames 4 ChangeGentle Spirit Christian ChurchGeorgia AquariumGeorgia Department of EducationGeorgia Gwinnett CollegeGeorgia Institute of TechnologyGeorgia Mineral SocietyGeorgia OrganicsGeorgia Reptile SocietyGeorgia State UniversityGeorgia Tech Research Institute

Grady High SchoolThe Hereafter Artist CollectiveHigh Museum of ArtHigh Road Craft Ice CreamHollis Innovation AcademyHoneywellHowStuffWorksHuffPostThe Imperial Opa CircusInterPlay AtlantaiSchool InitiativeIvy & Roses Community FundJimmy Carter Presidential Library & MuseumKennesaw State UniversityLittle Minute Little Shop of Stories Love is Love Farm/Gaia GardensMarcus Autism CenterMeunier, Carlin, & Curfman, LLC.Midtown International SchoolMonday Night BrewingMorehouse School of MedicineNational Organization of Minority ArchitectsNorthrop GrummanNSF Center for Selective C-H FunctionalizationNSF/NASA Center for Chemical EvolutionOxford CollegeThe Paideia SchoolPerimeter College at Georgia State UniversitySandy Springs Education ForceScience of FunShades of Green PermacultureThe Silver Scream SpookshowStated ClearlySTEM Atlanta WomenSTEM GemsStory ColliderTaproom CoffeeUniversity of Georgia ExtensionWABE – 90.1FMWest Atlanta Watershed AllianceZoo Atlanta

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March 9, 2018 7:00 - 8:30p.m.

$15Ferst Center for the Arts

Georgia Institute of Technology349 Ferst Drive

Atlanta, GA 30332

The robot uprising is coming. Grab your survival gear and provisions. Atlanta Science Festival presents an evening with a droid comedian, a

robotic musician, an army of interactive robot displays, and more. Safe for sentient beings of all kinds (humans preferred). Check online for tickets

and additional information.

Join us before the show at 6pm for an interactive Robot Petting Zoo.


9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Morehouse School of Medicine National Center for Primary Care Building, E-Lab 720 Westview Dr, SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Fee: $35

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Grady High School, cafeteria 929 Charles Allen Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: Free

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Midtown International School 1575 Sheridan Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30324 Fee: Free with advance registration

SATURDAY, MARCH 10Drones for GoodChildren, FamiliesDrones are everywhere these days, but how much do you know about how they work, how to fly them, and what they can do? Pop in to catch a glimpse of this exciting program where you’ll jump into the world of drones by building your own drone and testing its strength.

Check online for parking information.

Presenting Partners: Grady High School, G3 Robotics

Strengthening STEAM SuccessEducatorsAre you struggling with ways to effectively implement a STEAM curriculum in your classroom? Join The Office for Educational Outreach and Health Careers at Morehouse School of Medicine as we provide a professional development workshop that addresses the implementation of successful STEAM teaching modalities in the 6-12 grade classrooms. Our interactive workshop will be geared towards promoting teamwork among teachers from different disciplines, facilitating collaborative approaches to planning STEAM learning experiences, and differentiating instruction for diverse learners. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Check online for ticket and parking information.

Presenting Partner: Morehouse School of Medicine

Fashionable CircuitsChildren, FamiliesJoin the wearable technology craze and create your very own light up accessories. After a quick review on circuit basics, kids will be unleashed to use coin batteries and LEDs to create their own unique light up accessory. From jewelry, to head lamps, insect bag tags, and goggles, the STEAM possibilities are limitless! You even get to take your design and supplies home with you! Space is limited, so register early. Check online for registration information. Note this event has two sessions (10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.).

Presenting Partner: Midtown International School

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STEM Gems: Giving Girls Role Models in STEM CareersChildren, TeensJoin us for an interactive panel discussion that will enlighten and empower girls and young women to pursue careers in STEM. You’ll get to meet women from a diverse set of STEM careers and learn about their unique journeys that led them to their respective careers. Panelists will share advice, guidance, and to-do’s specific to girls and young women to help jumpstart their STEM journeys. As a bonus, you’ll walk away with some STEM Gems swag and handouts that include the 44 STEM Gems and their respective diverse STEM careers. Check online for registration and parking information.

Presenting Partner: STEM Gems

Breakfast Lab from UGA ExtensionChildren, FamiliesThink you can only do science in a lab? Not true! Join us as we step into the kitchen and explore the science behind your breakfast. We’ll be experimenting with ingredients to see what makes the fluffiest pancake, finding the effects of temperature on butter making, and more! Check online to register.

Presenting Partner: UGA Extension

Zoo Atlanta – Nature PlayChildren, FamiliesJoin us as we explore the great outdoors during Zoo Atlanta’s Nature Play! During this family-friendly program, you’ll exercise your imaginations and learn about nature by exploring, all within the heart of Atlanta! You’ll meet the instructor at Zoo Atlanta and walk to Grant Park to discover the natural world that surrounds us in an urban environment. We hope you come play in nature with us! Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: Zoo Atlanta

Ice Cream ScienceChildren, Families, Teens, AdultsI scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Join local treasure High Road Craft Ice Cream as they share the science and engineering behind one of

our favorite desserts. We’ll be touring the facility to see the science behind the scenes, and, of course, tasting their delicious ice cream! The tasting room will be open from 10am - 2pm, but tours will take place at 10:30, 11:30, and 1pm. There will also be an ice cream chef demo at noon. Check online to register.

Presenting Partner: High Road Craft Ice Cream

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Emory Goizueta Business School, Rm 234 1300 Clifton Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: $5 (Parents accompanying children are free)

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Dekalb County Extension Office Auditorium 4380 Memorial Dr Decatur, GA 30032 Fee: $5

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Zoo Atlanta 800 Cherokee Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30315 Fee: $5

SIGNATURE EVENT10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. High Road Craft Tasting Room 1730 W Oak Commons Ct Marietta, GA 30062 Fee: Free with advance registration

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10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Stone Mountain Park 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Fee: Free with park admission

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Fernbank Science Center 156 Heaton Park Dr Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free

SIGNATURE EVENT10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Stone Mountain Park 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Fee: Free with park admission

#ScienceBirthdayBashPreschool, Children, Families, Teens, AdultsExperience a scientific collision between the 50th anniversaries of two 1967 STEM events - the opening of Fernbank Science Center and the Apollo 6 mission. We’ll have birthday fanfare (including a Slime Bar!!) for the Center celebrating 50 years of chemistry, biology and physics. We’ll even have Showtime and Tell at the Apollo 6 command module to help us dive deep into space exploration. Don’t miss the special 1967 price for our planetarium show - just 50 cents!

Presenting Partner: Fernbank Science Center

Eco ExpeditionChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsJoin in on the hunt to find and identify bugs, birds, plants, and more around Stone Mountain! Experts from Georgia State University, local organizations,

and National Geographic’s Georgia Geographic Alliance will help YOU explore the different species in your own backyard. We’ll use the iNaturalist app to record observations and contribute to a worldwide map of biodiversity. Come to the visitor center at Confederate Hall for K-12 activities related to this mini “BioBlitz” and join in on our quest! Don’t forget to explore our collection of fossils when you stop by to better understand previous extinctions in the history of life! Hiking groups will depart frequently from the Confederate Hall Historical & Environmental Education Center. Stick around and check out the Rock ‘n’ Walk event as well.

Presenting Partner: Georgia State University

Rock ‘n’ Walk Children, Teens, Families, AdultsMillions of years ago, a massive magma chamber cooled below ground near Atlanta never erupting through to the surface. Now, we call it Stone Mountain. Join GSU Geosciences on a hike to explore this unique granite dome. You can start the hikes or swing by for a hands-on learning session at the visitor center in Confederate Hall where the geologists will explore the history of this notable natural landmark. You’ll also be able to ‘walk’ a Giant Traveling Map of Georgia, engage in activities with rock and mineral specimens, and explore other natural landscapes using Google Cardboard VR. Groups will depart frequently for the guided hike from the Confederate Hall Historical & Environmental Education Center. Stick around and check out the Eco Expedition event as well.


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Genius Camp: Maker TeensTeens, FamiliesJoin the maker movement and make something at Georgia State University’s new ExLab. Scan your favorite toy and prepare it to become a part of virtual reality; print an object you design on a 3-D printer; learn to solder and bring home your own blinky robot! Check online for registration and parking information.


Taste of ScienceTeens, AdultsFeaturing live demonstrations, food samples, and fascinating facts that tie science, culture, and food together, the Taste of

Science is sure to satisfy your appetite for learning. Tickets sold on site only.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Institute of Technology

Invention ProtectionChildren, FamiliesAre you a “maker”? Whether an inventor, artist, or entrepreneur, one of the most important parts of creating is protecting your creations! Join us for an interactive and engaging exploration of patenting inventions, copyright rights, and what it means to have a trademark. With lots of take-home goodies and games, we’ll help you learn how to protect what you create.This program is designed to satisfy the Girl Scouts IP Patch requirements and satisfy parts of the Boy Scouts Inventing Merit Badge. Check online for registration and parking information.

Presenting Partner: Meunier, Carlin, & Curfman, LLC

CCPLS Family Tech TimeChildren, Teens, FamiliesJunior techies, join in! Float from table to table sampling tech gadgets and get hands on with makerspace activities in this family friendly afternoon of fun. Call (770) 509-2725 with any questions.

Presenting Partner: Cobb County Public Library System, Cobb 4-H

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Georgia State Arts & Humanities Bldg, ExLab Rm 200 10 Peachtree Center Ave Atlanta, GA 30303 Fee: Free with advance registration

2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Meunier, Carlin, & Curfman 5th Floor Conference Center 999 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: Free with advance registration

2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Mountain View Regional Library 3320 Sandy Plains Rd Marietta, GA 30066 Fee: Free

SIGNATURE EVENT12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Georgia Tech Campus, Near Cressler Campanile 350 Ferst Dr, NW Atlanta, GA 30332 Fee: $5 (students with ID are free)

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SIGNATURE EVENT7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Savi Provisions, Brookhaven 3655 Roswell Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30342 Fee: $5

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Children’s Museum of Atlanta 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30313 Fee: Members: $6; Non-Members: $15

Wetland Beavers in the Big CityPreschool, Children, Families, Teens, AdultsJoin the naturalists at Blue Heron Nature Preserve for a look into the natural and unnatural history of the Emma Wetlands property. On our guided hike through this 30 acre public park in Buckhead, we’ll look for signs of beavers, see beaver dams up close and personal, all the while learning how beavers are shaping the land for the benefit of all. Fingers crossed that conditions will be right for us to even take a crack at building our own dams! Check online for advance tickets or get them on site.

Presenting Partner: Blue Heron Nature Preserve

Superhero Science NightPreschool, Children, FamiliesScience gives us all super powers! Dress up as your favorite superhero and come to the Museum to learn how to save the world with the power of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics! Enjoy special hands-on activities throughout the Museum.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets will not be sold on the day of the event or at the door. Order online or call 404.527.3693. Children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must be accompanied by a child. Tickets are non-exchangeable and non-refundable.

Presenting Partner: Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Critters & CabernetAdultsReptiles and Wine?! What could go wrong? After 3 amazing summers of Critter Camp — teaching kids about the biology and conservation of amphibians

and reptiles — The Amphibian Foundation is launching an adult spinoff - Critters and Cabernet! Join us for our extremely hands-on approach to learning about this fascinating group of animals: Frogs, Salamanders, Turtles, Lizards and Snakes will be present to explore.

Please check online to register and for any updated venue information.

Presenting Partner: The Amphibian Foundation

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2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Blue Heron Nature Preserve Emma Wetlands Field Education Center 0 Emma Ln Atlanta, GA 30342 Fee: $10 adults/$5 kids (3-18)/2 & under free

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SUNDAY, MARCH 11Family Science CarnivalChildren, FamiliesBring the whole family out for a science carnival mashup! Parents and kids can play with--or against--each other in games based on some of your favorite classic science experiments and beloved carnival games: Air Cannon Shoot, Giant Jenga, Sound Wave Splash, and more! Check online for registration and parking information and for weather-related updates.

Presenting Partner: The Paideia School, Science of Fun

Full STEAM Ahead Family DayPreschool, Children, Teens, FamiliesWhat do science, technology, engineering, and math have to do with making art? Come to

the High Museum of Art with your family where you will discover how art connects with these subjects and creativity! View the exhibition Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age, to see work by the innovative Dutch designer, whose approach to design is marked by combining science, technology, restless curiosity, and creativity, and then participate in art making activities! Paid parking available on site.

Presenting Partner: High Museum of Art

Not Just Newts: Behind the Scenes with the Amphibian FoundationChildren, Families, Teens, AdultsAtlanta is home to a unique nonprofit dedicated to the conservation and research of amphibians amidst a global population decline. In 2016, The Amphibian Foundation formed to focus on conserving two of Georgia’s most imperiled species (Gopher Frog and Flatwoods Salamander). Since then, the Foundation has begun working on other native and globally endangered amphibians. Closed to the public, this is a chance to see the conservation collections and meet Foundation staff working to save these vital and sensitive animals from extinction.


2:00 – 4:30 p.m. The Amphibian Foundation 4055 Roswell Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30342 Fee: Free

1:00 – 5:00 p.m. The Paideia School, Front Lawn 1509 Ponce de Leon Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free with advance registration

SIGNATURE EVENT1:00 – 4:00 p.m. High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: Free


SIGNATURE EVENT4:00 – 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Drew Charter School Auditorium 300 East Lake Blvd Atlanta, GA 30317 Fee: $10 (children under 12 free)

SIGNATURE EVENT3:00 – 4:30 p.m. & 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. The Space 4620-A S Atlanta Rd SE Atlanta, GA 30339 Fee: $18

The Golden RecordTeens, AdultsForty years ago, a team of American scientists started the Voyager Program sending on the spacecraft The Golden Record - two phonograph

records filled with sounds and images from Earth for other life forms to discover. Seventy-five years before that, an illusionist and filmmaker, Georges Méliès (portrayed in the 2011 movie Hugo) imagined what we might find on a “Trip to the Moon”. Join The Hereafter Artist Collective and Flight of Swallows as we envision how far away lifeforms might imagine humanity based on the contents of The Golden Record through aerial acrobatics, modern dance, and live music in the aesthetic of Georges Méliès. Note: There are two performances of this event at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Check online for ticket information.

Presenting Partners: The Hereafter Artist Collective, Flight of Swallows, Georgia Institute of Technology

Mathematics in MotionTeens, AdultsJoin us as we explore the beauty of math through dance. Using mathematical concepts to inspire improvisations

and choreographed movement, dancers and mathematicians will explore the intricacy and interconnectedness of their crafts through movement, live music, and visual art. Note: This event has two sessions (4:00 and 7:00 p.m.). Check online for ticket information.

Presenting Partners: Little Minute, Drew Charter School

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Puppets + STEM = Science in MotionChildren, FamiliesJoin us at the Center for Puppetry Arts as we celebrate the science of puppets! We invite you to take part in a

super fun, hands-on exploration of the magical place where puppetry and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) collide. You’ll see how the scientific method has inspired some of the coolest puppetry projects EVER, how technology is used to create our incredible Center for Puppetry Arts puppet shows, how engineering is harnessed to design and build puppets all over the world, and how math skills are applied in our Create-A-Puppet Workshops. You’ll tour our Museum, build a puppet, and enjoy interactive STEM stations and live puppetry demonstrations. A fun-filled day -- guaranteed to educate, entertain, and inspire -- awaits! Check online to buy tickets.

Presenting Partner: Center for Puppetry Arts

The Story ColliderTeens, AdultsThe Story Collider brings true, personal stories about science to life. At this live show, you’ll hear scientists tell heartwarming (and heartbreaking) stories

about their failures, successes, and everything in between, and you’ll also hear from people who haven’t had a formal connection to science in years. Science is a part of all of our lives and The Story Collider brings chemists, comedians, actors, neuroscientists, writers, and physicists alike onto the stage to tell their (true) stories.

Presenting Partners: The Story Collider, NSF Center for Selective C-H Functionalization

SIGNATURE EVENT9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St NW Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: $8.50

SIGNATURE EVENT8:00 – 9:30 p.m. Highland Inn Ballroom 644 North Highland Ave Atlanta, GA 30306 Fee: $10


SIGNATURE EVENT7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Honeywell Atlanta Software Center 6th Floor Event Center 715 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30308 Fee: Free with advance registration

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. UGA Clayton County Extension 1262 Government Cir, Suite 40 Jonesboro, GA 30236 Fee: Free with advance registration

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Atlanta Botanical Garden 1345 Piedmont Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: Free with admission to Garden

3:00 – 4:00 p.m. & 4:10 – 5:10 p.m. Toco Hills Library 1282 McConnell Dr Decatur, GA 30033 Fee: Free with advance registration

TUESDAY, MARCH 13Beehives & Bug Collections from UGA ExtensionChildren, Families, Teens, AdultsAre you or your child fascinated by bugs? Maybe have an ant farm? Or love to watch butterflies flitting about flowers? This doesn’t have to just be a hobby - you just may have a career as an entomologist in your future! Spend a morning with us learning about bugs (especially bees!) and how to pursue the fun career pathways that are totally buggy! Check online for registration and room information.


Sprouting ScientistsPreschool, FamiliesDiscover the fabulous world of plants and animals at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Hands on stations focusing on the natural world will introduce toddlers to life science concepts such as metamorphosis and plant diversity. Sprouting scientists will also notice changes in the garden as it emerges from its winter slumber. Come and run among the spring blooms, listen to bird songs, and have fun at our specially designed stations.

Presenting Partner: Atlanta Botanical Garden

Bio-Bus: The Hamster LineupChildren, FamiliesHelp the Georgia State University Bio-Bus fellows find their missing pet hamster, Goldie, as you compare DNA from several hamsters to see which DNA sample (and hence which hamster) is really Goldie. You will also get to participate in a scavenger hunt! This event is best suited for children 5-10 years old and their families. To sign up, contact Gretchen Schweers at 404-679-4404. Parking is available at the library.

Presenting Partner: GSU Bio-Bus

The Power of ConnectedAdultsDecades ago, science fiction writers described a world in which objects were connecting and exchanging data about us,

our preferences and our lives. Reality has rapidly caught up with this imagined world where phones now track our locations, watches tell us our heart rates, and thermostats know when we are home and set our home temperature accordingly. In this event, we’ll hear from local experts on how these critical connections and the Internet of Things are changing our lives and our futures.

Presenting Partner: Honeywell

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WEDNESDAY MARCH 14Pi Day ExtravaganzaChildren, Families, TeensWhen you think of pi, do you think circumference of a circle divided by its diameter? 3.14159? Or do you just start to drool over the thought of gooey apples in a flakey crust? How ever you think of pi, it’s time to celebrate it! It’s Pi Day: March 14th! We’ll be hanging out on the Green at Kennesaw State University doing math and science demos while we learn about pi (and eat some too)! Note: This event is happening concurrently in two different locations (KSU main campus and KSU Marietta campus). Check online for more information

Presenting Partner: Kennesaw State University

Outdoor STEAMPreschool, Children, Families, TeensJoin the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance, the USDA Forest Service, and various partners to experience Outdoor

Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering, and Math at the 26-acre Outdoor Activity Center in Southwest Atlanta, a part of the Atlanta Children’s Forest Network! This amazing and engaging hands-on experience will celebrate the urban forest, urban watersheds, wildlife, the arts and “going green” technologies that advance urban sustainability. Learn about pollinators, plants, amphibians, birds, and ways to become an environmental steward! Advance registration is preferred. Check online.

Presenting Partner: West Atlanta Watershed Alliance

Bio-Bus: Elementary WeatherChildren, FamiliesSunny with a chance of rain! Join the Georgia State University Bio-Bus and become a junior meteorologist as you learn about how clouds form, and what forces of nature produce weather. You’ll also get to make your own tornado in a bottle - so don’t forget to bring your own empty plastic water bottle. This event is best suited for children 5-10 years old and their families. Contact Glenda Zachary at 404-508-7170 to sign up. Free parking is available at the library. Note: There are three sessions of this event (10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m.)


10:30 – 11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., & 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Hairston Crossing Library 4911 Redan Rd Stone Mountain, GA 30088 Fee: Free with advance registration

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Kennesaw State University Campus Green 565 Owl Dr Kennesaw, GA 30144 AND Kennesaw State University Marietta Campus The Globe 1100 S Marietta Pkwy SE Marietta, GA 30060 Fee: Free

SIGNATURE EVENT9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Outdoor Activity Center 1442 Richland Rd SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Fee: Free with advance registration


SIGNATURE EVENT7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Taproom Coffee 1963 Hosea L Williams Dr #R106 Atlanta, GA 30317 Fee: $10

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. & 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Ponce de Leon Library 980 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30306 Fee: Free with advance registration

5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Marcus Autism Center 1920 Briarcliff Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Fee: Free

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. North Springs Charter High School 7447 Roswell Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30328 Fee: Free

Bio-Bus: Star Wars GeoscienceChildren, Families, TeensAre the fantastic geological formations of the Star Wars universe in a galaxy far, far away, or are they right here on Earth, or at least in or solar system? Hoth, Naboo, Dagobath and more may have been modeled off formations that are much closer to home. Join the Georgia State University Bio-Bus in hands on activities that explore how George Lucas’ film relates to our own planet and our solar system. This event is best suited for children 11-14 years old and their families. To sign up for this event, contact Haley Sheehy at 404-885-7820. Free parking is available at the library. Note: There are two sessions of this event (4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.)


Autism in the Media: How Real is it?AdultsShows like Parenthood, books like The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, and movies like Forrest Gump all portray characters with autism. With 1 in 68 people being effected by autism spectrum disorder, it’s no wonder we are seeing the disorder more in the popular media. To get it right, producers frequently consult experts to ensure that a character is being depicted authentically, and now we’re bringing those experts to you! Our panel of clinicians and science communicators will share their personal experiences in consulting on popular movie sets and shows that are currently starring an individual with autism. First come, first served seating. Space is limited.

Presenting Partner: Marcus Autism Center

SSEF STEAM ShowcaseChildren, Families, TeensDon’t miss Sandy Springs Education Force’s 8th annual, award-winning STEAM Showcase. This is your chance to get hands on with 40 cutting-edge, engaging STEAM exhibits. Discover innovative and exciting learning opportunities for the whole family as you dive into robotics, try out interactive technological tools to enhance creativity, and experience science and arts like never before! #SSEFGa

Presenting Partner: Sandy Springs Education Force

Breaking Down the BeanAdultsHave you ever wondered what it takes to brew a perfect cup of coffee? Did you know that flavor of your brew ultimately boils

down to the science? Join us for a hands-on demonstration as we explore how time, temperature, grind coarseness, and proportion all affect what’s in your cup -- and learn how to harness these variables in your own kitchen! Check online for ticket information.

Presenting Partner: Taproom Coffee

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The Science Behind the Scenes at CloroxTeens, Families, AdultsScience is everywhere you look -- even on the shelves at your local store. Ever wonder how science and engineering help

to make cleaning products? The Clorox Company wants to share with you a behind the scenes look at their manufacturing plant here in the Atlanta region. This cleaning site makes products that you probably have at your own house right now. Come for a tour of the facility where you will see robots, high tech manufacturing equipment managed by our amazing team members and so much more that help to keep your world sparkling clean!

We welcome families with children aged 7 and older. Closed toe shoes are required. Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: The Clorox Company

Bio-Bus: Animal DiversityChildren, FamiliesAre humans more closely related to bears or beetles? Join the Georgia State University Bio-Bus as a junior taxonomist to explore the animal kingdom from sponges and corals to bugs, octopuses, and mammals! You’ll use diverse animals’ DNA sequences to create an animal “family tree.” Contact Michelle Bennett at 404-730-1845 to sign up. This event is best suited for children 5-10 years old and their families.


Bio-Bus: Biotechnology & ForensicsChildren, Families, TeensFingerprints, DNA analysis, blood typing...all in a day’s work for a forensics scientist! In this hands-on session, let the Bio-Bus show you how biotechnology is used to solve crimes and help them solve the crime of a mysterious kidnapping! This event is best suited for children 11-18 years old and their families. Contact Michelle Bennett at 404-730-1845 to sign up.


12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Atlanta-Fulton Central Library 1 Margaret Mitchell Sq Atlanta, GA 30303 Fee: Free with advance registration

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Atlanta-Fulton Central Library 1 Margaret Mitchell Sq Atlanta, GA 30303 Fee: Free with advance registration

SIGNATURE EVENT10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The Clorox Company 17 Lake Mirror Rd Forest Park, GA 30297 Fee: Free with advance registration


4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Norcross Library 6025 Buford Hwy Norcross, GA 30071 Fee: Free with advance registration

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. David J. Sencer CDC Museum Rm m103 1600 Clifton Rd, NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Fee: Free with advance registration

1:30 – 4:00 p.m. Carter Presidential Library & Museum 441 Freedom Pkwy NE Atlanta, GA 3037 Fee: Free

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Gwinnett County Government Annex 750 S Perry St 2nd floor Lawrenceville, GA 30046 Fee: Free with advance registration

Project Zero: A VR ExperienceTeens, Families, AdultsExperience two new, 360° virtual-reality videos from HuffPost’s “Project Zero,” which documents neglected tropical diseases, including the Carter Center’s work on river blindness and lymphatic filariasis in Nigeria. Creating stories with this cutting-edge technology helps people understand the challenges of eliminating the diseases worldwide. In addition, this experience at the Carter Presidential Library brings perspective to how Presidents are advised about the impact of science and technology on domestic and international affairs.

Presenting Partners: HuffPost, Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum, The Carter Center

Bio-Bus: DNA is for FamiliesChildren, FamiliesLet the Georgia State University Bio-Bus take you on a genetics adventure! DNA is for Families is an exciting series of hands-on activities where young learners (ages 5-10) and their parents work together to explore how different traits are inherited. Drop in any time to work with DNA models and models of people to explore how DNA plays a role in the formation of humans. Take your work home to show your friends! To sign up for this event, contact Meg Wilson at 770-978-5154. This event is offered in both Spanish and English.


Hidden Histories in Public HealthTeens, Families, AdultsSign up for a fascinating look into the hidden history of public health during an interactive lecture at the David J. Sencer CDC Museum. Explore the exhibits, view objects from the CDC Museum historic collection, and learn the backstories from the CDC Collections Manager. This event is most appropriate for teens and adults. Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: David J. Sencer CDC Museum

Gwinnett 4-H Wacky Science Night from UGA ExtensionChildren, Families, TeensHow do engineers build wearable technology like a Fitbit? Have you ever wanted to do some crazy chemistry from the kitchen? Join us for a night of science exploration and mystery where we answer these questions and more. You will be in for some wacky science experiments where youth and parents will get a chance to become mad scientists with Gwinnett 4-H’ers. Check online for registration information.


© 2018 Google Inc. All rights reserved. Google and the Google logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

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Proud sponsor of theAtlanta Science Festival.

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Beatrice the Biologist: Comic Strip ScienceFamilies, Teens, AdultsMeet and greet Beatrice the Biologist. You might have seen her science comics on the internet, but now’s your chance

to see the scientist behind it all. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to draw your own science cartoons featuring amoeba hugs, dinosaur farts, and much, much more. Come to Manuel’s at 7:30 to grab dinner and drinks with comics for dessert!

PS: No art skills required!

Presenting Partner: Emory University

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SIGNATURE EVENT7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Manuel’s Tavern 602 North Highland Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: $3

© 2018 Google Inc. All rights reserved. Google and the Google logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

Google is proud to call Georgia home to our Douglas County data center and Midtown office.

Proud sponsor of theAtlanta Science Festival.


11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Georgia Aquarium 225 Baker St NW Atlanta, GA 30313 Fee: Free with Georgia Aquarium admission

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. David J. Sencer CDC Museum 1600 Clifton Rd, NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Fee: Free with advance registration

SIGNATURE EVENT12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Ponce City Market 675 Ponce de Leon Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30308 Fee: Free

FRIDAY,MARCH 16Ebola: People + Public Health + Political WillFamilies, TeensVisit the David J. Sencer CDC Museum for a fun and interactive family tour of Ebola: People + Public Health + Political Will, an investigation of the historic 2014-16 Ebola Fever Virus epidemic in West Africa, the United States, and around the world. You’ll get to tour the exhibit by participating in a scavenger hunt, and stick around for a quiz bowl at the end! This tour is not appropriate for small children. Check online for registration information.


What the Trash?Teens, AdultsIn Atlanta, we are miles from the sea. Yet every day our actions have an impact on our ocean. In a recent study, it was discovered that just ten rivers in the world are responsible for 88-95% of the total worldwide load of plastics that reach the ocean. Join Georgia Aquarium’s biologists, researchers, and educators as we break down the facts that surround marine debris and what we can do for a brighter future. Check at the information desk for location information.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Aquarium

The Question Booth: What’s Your Answer? Teens, AdultsWe have questions and you have answers. Our interactive Question Booth wants to hear

from you! Step into the Booth and share your thoughts on why we exist, why people are mean, and what future humans will evolve into. You’ll be able to tune in later and hear everyone’s answers as we turn it all into a podcast produced by HowStuffWorks. Check online for exact location of the Booth within Ponce City Market. Note: This event repeats from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 17 and Sunday, March 18.

Presenting Partner: HowStuffWorks

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Intro to Curling: Exploring the Boundary Where Granite Meets Ice Teens, AdultsYou’ve seen that strange Winter

Olympic sport with the rocks and sweeping and yelling, but do you know what’s actually going on? Sign up for a class with the Atlanta Curling Club and we’ll explain everything as you learn, step-by-step, how to throw a stone and sweep it into the “house.” Your instructor will teach you about the science behind the game, including why the sport is called “curling” (Hint: SCIENCE) and why they’re sweeping the ice so hard. Check online for registration information. Note: This event repeats on Friday, March 23 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Presenting Partner: Atlanta Curling Club

TECHNOSELF with Deantoni ParksTeens, AdultsCritically acclaimed drummer Deantoni Parks will present a special performance and

conversation that explores the balancing of technology and self. Parks will explore how musicians augment their natural talents with technology, harnessing its powers to fuel their own vision. Check online for ticket information.

Presenting Partners: AIR Serenbe, ArtsATL

SIGNATURE EVENT7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Center Ice Arena 5750 Roswell Rd NE Sandy Springs, GA 30342 Fee: $25

SIGNATURE EVENT8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Red Light Cafe 553-1 Amsterdam Ave Atlanta, GA 30306 Fee: $7 in advance, $10 at the door

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SATURDAY, MARCH 17Fernbank Forest Bird WalkChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsJoin an Atlanta Audubon Society volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest, both permanent residents and visitors. This program is excellent for beginning birders and those desiring gentle terrain. All ages are welcome. This event is free with admission or membership, but you must call 404.929.6400 to reserve your spot. Check online for weather updates and guidelines.

Presenting Partner: Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Latino College and STEM Fair Children, Teens, FamiliesJoin us for this 6th annual event with bilingual workshops, fun hands-on activities for the entire family, a college fair, a majors fair, as well as an inspirational panel with Latino college students, parents, professors, and other professionals. This will be a free, fun, educational and inspiring event - you don’t want to miss it! Check online for parking information.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Institute of Technology-CEISMC GoSTEM Program

K.I.D.S. Club Children, Teens, FamiliesAre you and your child interested in STEM? Does your family like hands-on activities? If so, come be part of our K.I.D.S. Club where we’ll explore and participate in hands-on STEM activities and work with LEGO Mindstorms EV3 in LEGO Robotics. You may even get to create your own app or game in our Introduction to Mobile App & Game Development! Check online for registration and parking information.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Institute of Technology CEISMC

9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free with admission or membership to museum. Advance registration required.

9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Georgia Tech Student Center 350 Ferst Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30332 Fee: Free

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Clough Undergraduate Learning Center at Georgia Tech 266 4th St NW Atlanta, GA 30313 Fee: $45-$65/child (depending on age)

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Discovery Day: Discovery StationsChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsExplore four floors of hands-on science demonstrations from GSU departments and student groups. Learn about the science

of ice-cream (and make some yourself), the wonders of 3-D printing, help build a robot, and get a picture of yourself as a mad scientist! Identify various dinosaur footprints throughout the exhibits and exchange your scientific discoveries for a prize! Be sure to check out the other parts of Discovery Day (Eureka Labs and Fusion Gallery) as well. Check online for parking information.


Discovery Day: Eureka LabsChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsJoin us for several exciting hands-on experiences and experiments in Biology! Get right into the fun in our Lab Experiences where you will perform experiments in: infectious diseases spread, crime scene analysis, and DNA forensics. Visit our Open Labs to explore the structure of our body, view specimens of a diversity of animals, and investigate how to measure “vital signs” with a state-of-the-art interactive robotic “patient.” Be sure to check out the other parts of Discovery Day (Discovery Stations and Fusion Gallery) as well. Check online for schedules and parking information.


Discovery Day: Fusion GalleryChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsArt and science collide in the Fusion Gallery at Georgia State University. Nature inspires scientists to ask questions, but the mystery of the universe can also be expressed in other ways. GSU chemistry students and drawing/painting/printmaking students were paired and challenged to create original works of art inspired by the word “reaction.” Student artists & scientists will be on-hand to explore the artistic process and the science behind each work. Come view their work in Fusion Gallery: Reaction. Be sure to check out the other parts of Discovery Day (Discovery Stations and Eureka Labs) as well. Check online for parking information.


SIGNATURE EVENT9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Petit Science Center at GSU 100 Piedmont Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30303 Fee: Free

9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Petit Science Center at GSU 100 Piedmont Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30303 Fee: Free

9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Petit Science Center at GSU 100 Piedmont Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30303 Fee: Free


STEAM Teacher SeminarEducatorsTeachers! Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the High Museum’s upcoming special exhibition Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age. Laarman is a contemporary Dutch designer whose intellectual and experimental approach to design incorporates science, technology, creativity, and aesthetics. In this seminar, educators will take a sneak peek at how the exhibition evolved, learn more about the designer, and experience an interactive workshop that can be taken back to the classroom. Check online for parking information.

Presenting Partner: High Museum of Art

Crime Scene Investigation SquadTeensDo you like to watch crime solving TV shows like NCIS, Bones, or CSI? Want to get in on the action and solve a ‘crime’ yourself? Then join the Crime Scene Investigation Squad! First, you’ll visit a mock crime scene to collect some evidence. Next, you’ll take it to the CSIS forensics lab to analyze your samples and connect the potential perpetrator to the crime. Finally, you’ll present your ‘expert’ evidence to the investigators so an arrest can be made. This event is designed for teens. Please note there is a concurrent event, Crime Scene Investigation Squad Junior Edition, for 12 years old and under. Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Gwinnett College

Crime Scene Investigation Squad: Junior Edition ChildrenDo you like to watch crime solving TV shows like NCIS, Bones, or CSI? Want to get in on the action and solve a ‘crime’ yourself? Then join the Junior Crime Scene Investigation Squad! Do hands-on experiments and learn how to analyze your findings, just like in a CSIS forensics lab. This event is designed for children 12 years old and under. Please note there is a concurrent event, Crime Scene Investigation Squad for teens. Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Gwinnett College

City Salamander StrollChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsCome on out to Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve in Decatur and witness wildlife with regional experts from The Amphibian Foundation. Become ‘citizen scientists’ and perform an amphibian ‘bioblitz’ inventory of the preserve, documenting salamanders and frogs in one of the last strongholds for amphibians inside of the perimeter! Everyone and their family is encouraged to attend and bring your cell phones to upload images of what we find to iNaturalist.


9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: $35 with advance registration

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Georgia Gwinnett College, Bldg H2 1000 University Center Ln Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Fee: Free with advance registration

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Georgia Gwinnett College, Bldg H2 1000 University Center Ln Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Fee: Free with advance registration

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve 2580 Pine Bluff Dr Decatur, GA 30033 Fee: Free

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Fernbank Museum BioBlitzTeens, Families, AdultsCalling all nature lovers! Explore the outdoors with Fernbank Museum -- join expert guides to find and identify organisms in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest. Guests will use their smart devices to upload photos of the organisms they discover with the help of the iNaturalist app. Explore the outdoors, learn about local biodiversity, and contribute scientific data while having fun in the forest. This program is for ages 10 and up. Check online for weather updates and guidelines. Call 404.929.6400 to register and reserve your desired time slot.


Escape the Bus!Teens, FamiliesYou’re on your way to Mars with your flight crew, and – oh no! – you’ve got engine trouble! It’s up to you and your team to figure out what went wrong and how to overcome the obstacle using technology. Using creativity and collaboration, you’ll solve puzzles and navigate virtual reality, 3D printing, and more to guide you and your team to safety. Time slots are hourly on the hour, so get a group together or come solo and sign up for one time you want! Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partners: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Pi Alpha Omega chapter), Ivy & Roses Community Fund, STEM Atlanta Women, iSchool Initiative

Nerdy DerbyChildren, Teens, FamiliesBuild your own innovative car, or come get help from folks to create your own vehicle to speed down the 30+ foot track. The Nerdy Derby is a twist on the Pinewood Derby, but where all rules are thrown out and the focus is on rewarding creativity, cleverness, and ingenuity. Cars can be made from wood, plastic, cardboard, or whatever you dream up. Just make sure the wheels are 1¾“ apart and the car isn’t more than 5” wide.

Presenting Partners: Georgia Institute of Technology, Decatur Makers, Hollis Innovation Academy

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10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free with admission or membership to museum. Advance registration required.

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (hourly sessions) Frederick Douglass High School 225 Hamilton E Holmes Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Fee: $10

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Hollis Innovation Academy 225 James P. Brawley Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30314 Fee: Free

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G4C Game JamTeensThe Games for Change (G4C) Student Challenge is a national game design program that invites you to create digital games about issues impacting your community. You will get to work with educators and experts to create games around the theme of ‘Connected Cities.’

Through the Game Jam, you will learn how Atlanta is being transformed through design, innovation and technology. Then, you will get to apply your new knowledge to game design through a series of game making stations/activities. This event is open to all students grades 6-12. Check online for registration and parking information.

Presenting Partners: Georgia Tech Research Institute, Georgia Tech CEISMC, Games 4 Change, National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)

SSSSSSSuper Snake DayChildren, Teens, FamiliesSSSSSSlither on over to Fernbank Science Center and make some new sssssscaly friends! Our live snake display is home for a variety of different snakes and other reptiles. You might spend a little time with a kingsnake and later visit with a rat snake. We’ll have reptile related arts and crafts, special snake story times, and even a dinosaur egg hunt. Drop in any time to find out all the answers to your questions about snakes!

Presenting Partner: Fernbank Science Center

The Question Booth: What’s Your Answer? Teens, AdultsSee description on page 22 for more information.

Silver Scream Science SpookshowChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsYour ghost host with the most, Professor Morte, brings you a special SCIENCE version of the

Silver Scream Spookshow for the Atlanta Science Festival! Morte and his gang of ghouls will entertain you before the film and your favorite genetically-modified rock band, Leucine Zipper and the Zinc Fingers, will play after! Note: There are two performances of this event, a matinee at 1 p.m. and an evening show at 10 p.m.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Institute of Technology, The Silver Scream Spookshow

12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Fernbank Science Center 156 Heaton Park Dr Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Academy of Medicine 875 W Peachtree St NW Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: Free with advance registration

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DESIGNORAMA Preschool, Children, Teens, FamiliesDrew Charter School celebrates things people create themselves -- from new technology and electronic gizmos to food

creation to homemade jewelry, clothes, and sculptures. This family-friendly event demonstrates what and how people are inventing, making, and creating. It brings together Makers, Crafters, Inventors, Hackers, Scientists, and Artists for a fair full of fun and inspiration. Come see what others are making and be inspired to tap into your own creativity!

Presenting Partners: Drew Charter School

Twilight Trek with Zoo AtlantaChildren, Teens, FamiliesCome join us after hours at Zoo Atlanta, where you and your family will learn about the Zoo’s conservation initiatives

and explore the technology used by wildlife biologists to track and research wildlife. Explorations include seeing the Zoo’s resident animals through night vision goggles and a simulated tracking of wildlife through Zoo grounds. In addition, you’ll meet some of our program animal ambassadors up close. We hope you will join us for this Wild Night at the Zoo! Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: Zoo Atlanta

Starry NightChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsCome out for a telescopic tour of the evening sky, see objects in our solar system and beyond, and learn about the exciting astronomy research done at Georgia State. GSU astronomers will give you access to their research telescopes along with smaller telescopes to show you the observable stars and planets in our night sky, weather permitting. Limited free parking is available, please consider carpooling, and drive carefully. Check online for directions (do not use GPS!)


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8:30 – 10:30 p.m. Hard Labor Creek State Park, Observatory 2010 Fairplay Rd Rutledge, GA 30663 Fee: Free

SIGNATURE EVENT6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Zoo Atlanta 800 Cherokee Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30315 Fee: $10

SIGNATURE EVENT3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Drew Charter School – Upper Campus 300 East Lake Blvd Atlanta, GA 30317 Fee: Free


SUNDAY,MARCH 18Kids Day on the FarmChildren, FamiliesCome visit a real-life science lab—an organic farm! This scavenger hunt will allow you to explore the science of a real farm right inside the city. Come prepared to romp on this food farm and get your hands a little dirty. Bonus: We’ll have a tasting activity with a local chef. Check online for parking information. Tickets sold on site only.

Presenting Partners: Georgia Organics, Love is Love Farm at Gaia Gardens

The Question Booth: What’s Your Answer? Teens, AdultsSee description on page 22 for more information.

From Orchard to Barrel: The Science of Sour BeersAdultsTotally unique to the craft beer scene nationally and locally, Monday Night has been leading the way within the craft beer movement. At The Garage, brewmasters worked with Shades of Green Permaculture to design an organic orchard that will produce wild yeast that will be passively harvested to make beers on-site that reflect the unique flavors of plants and fruits in the outdoor space. Learn about the science behind it all! Check online for tickets.

Presenting Partners: Shades of Green Permaculture, Monday Night Brewing

Science of the CircusChildren, Teens, FamiliesLadies and gentlemen! Boys and girls! Step right up and be a part of Circus Science! Immerse yourself in circus arts while

learning basic scientific principles that make amazing feats of strength and balance possible. We will incorporate traditional circus disciplines, demonstrated by skilled Imperial Opa Circus acrobats, and scientific principles, explained by Georgia Tech “Science Clowns”, to entertain and educate. You’ll even have the opportunity to participate in learning several circus skills to experience first-hand the science within! Check online for tickets. Note: There are two sessions of this event (1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.)

Presenting Partners: The Imperial Opa Circus, Georgia Tech Graduate Association of Physicists, The Circus School of Atlanta

12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Gaia Gardens/Love is Love Farm 900 Dancing Fox Rd Decatur, GA 30032 Fee: $3

1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Monday Night Garage 933 Lee St SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Fee: $15

SIGNATURE EVENT1:00 – 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Circus School of Atlanta 575 Boulevard SE Fee: $15


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Roadside Geology WalkTeens, AdultsTag along with two geologist-educators to see the beautiful building stones and folded natural rock layers of Midtown Atlanta, on a tour from

Symphony Hall to Rhodes Hall. Dr. Bill Witherspoon, co-author of Roadside Geology of Georgia, teams up with highly sought guest speaker from Georgia Mineral Society and Atlanta Geological Society, Bill Waggener, to interpret the stories that rocks tell. You’ll even get to take home your own Georgia Mineral Society mineral grab bag. Check online for registration, meeting spot and parking information. This event repeats on Thursday, March 22 at 1 p.m. with a slightly different starting location.

Presenting Partners: Atlanta Geological Society, Georgia Mineral Society

Canning for Kids from UGA ExtensionChildrenHow do we keep food from spoiling? How do we keep germs out of our food? Food scientists spend their time figuring out the best answers to questions like this. Join Canning for Kids to learn the science behind food safety and preservation while kids prepare their own strawberry freezer jam to take home! Through this hands-on experience, we’ll teach children -- and parents -- how easy preserving food can be. It will be JAM-packed with fun. Check online for registration and updated room information.


Exploring Edible InsectsChildren, FamiliesAmerican culture embraces lobster and shrimp, but people in other parts of the world dine on these arthropod’s land-based cousins too. Insects are delicious and nutritious staples,

yet an outdated taboo makes us squirm at the thought of crunching cricket tacos or slurping silkworm soup. Cooking with these new textures and flavors can be fun and beneficial to local and global health. Curious about broadening your palette? Join us for a special storytime and some buggy treats at Little Shop of Stories! Parents, this is not a drop off event. We request parent accompaniment. Walk up for tickets or call 404.373.6300 to reserve your ticket.

Presenting Partner: Little Shop of Stories

SIGNATURE EVENT2:00 – 3:00 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta Parking Lot 1328 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: $5

SIGNATURE EVENT3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Little Shop of Stories 133 E Court Sq #A Decatur, GA 30030 Fee: $5/family

4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Atlanta History Center 130 West Paces Ferry Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30305 Fee: $5

SUNDAY, MARCH 18


Atlanta’s Most Despised Vertebrate Children, Teens, Families, AdultsJoin us for a discussion (and completely safe!) live exhibit exploring the biology, myths and legends of our most notorious native viper — The Copperhead. See them up close and personal while learning about their ecology and the role they play in our urban ecosystem. Learn about The Amphibian Foundation’s Copperhead Rescue Program which benefits our community as well as the snakes in our neighborhoods.


Bride of FrankensteinTeens, AdultsIn honor of the 200th Anniversary of the publication of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus, we present a film screening of

James Whale’s Bride of Frankenstein. A rare sequel considered to be greater than the original, it poses questions about the limits of science, the manipulation of life, and the ethical responsibility of the scientist. Join Fernbank Museum of Natural History; Emory bioethicist and Director of the Center for Ethics, Paul Root Wolpe; and author, filmmaker and media historian, Eddy Von Mueller, for a screening and lively discussion of science and ethics related to the film. This film is rated G. Check online for registration and parking information.

Presenting Partners: Emory University Center for Ethics, Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Math Trivia: Fun to the (n+1)st Degree!Teens, AdultsA heptagon has how many sides? Which Sesame Street Muppet has an affinity for enumeration? Agnes and Scott walk around the entire world. Scott is one foot taller than Agnes. How much further has Scott’s hat traveled than Agnes’? If you answered “Seven”, “The Count”, and “2π feet”, then come out and play! Enjoy trivia questions – computational and pop-cultural – and compete for fabulous prizes! You’ll even learn a new definition of “fabulous”.

Presenting Partner: Agnes Scott College

SIGNATURE EVENT4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free with advance registration

4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Kavarna Coffeehouse 707 East Lake Dr Decatur, GA 30030 Fee: Free

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7:30-9:30 p.m. Thinking Man Tavern 537 W Howard Ave Decatur, GA 30030 Fee: Free

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MONDAY, MARCH 19

The Astronomy of Star WarsTeens, Families, AdultsOne with the Force are you? Join us for this all-ages dress up sci-fi adventure where Professor Jay Dunn leads a discussion on

the worlds and aliens of the Star Wars films and compares them with the planets and life in our solar system as well as extra-solar planets. Along the way, we’ll enjoy video clips inspired by Star Wars and other sci-fi favorites. Young Jedi and Padawan alike are encouraged to attend in their favorite sci-fi attire.

Presenting Partner: Perimeter College at Georgia State University

The Science of “Motherese” – Early Vocal Development in Infants & CaregiversTeens, AdultsAdults speak differently to kids than they do to other adults with a special vocal register researchers call “motherese”. science has shown that this type of speech contains many active ingredients that stimulate social interaction between infant and caregiver, and scaffold the development of speech in the child. Join us to learn about the physics of voice production in infants and adults, the key developmental milestones in communication, and how these milestones differ when a child is autistic or deaf.

Seating is limited and first come, first served.

Presenting Partner: Marcus Autism Center

CDC in the SceneTeens, Families, AdultsWas The Walking Dead filmed at CDC? Could the monkey in the movie Outbreak actually spread a disease? Hear answers direct from the source as CDC

experts share info in this fact or fiction interactive session! This session is not appropriate for small children. Check online for registration information.


SIGNATURE EVENT5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Perimeter College at GSU, Dunwoody Campus Bldg NC, Rm 1100 2101 Womack Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338 Fee: Free

SIGNATURE EVENT7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Emory University Math & Science Center Rm E208 400 Dowman Drive Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Free with advance registration

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Manuel’s Tavern 602 North Highland Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free


TUESDAY, MARCH 20Arts and [Chem] CraftsChildren, Teens, FamiliesWhat do artists and chemists have in common? A lot more than you think! Join us to explore the fine line between art and science and insert some chemistry into your crafting. Create your own art pieces, and learn more about the chemistry behind copper art work, photochemistry, and electrochemistry. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 5 will not be admitted. Groups larger than five people should RSVP by March 10th to: [email protected] to be sure that you can be accommodated. Space is limited to about 60 guests, so plan to arrive early. Check online for parking information and more.


The Sound of Light Children, Teens, FamiliesTheremins are musical instruments you play without touching them. They make strange, otherworldly sounds, and show up in old sci-fi movies, The Big Bang Theory, and now on your own desk! Join us to learn how they work and then make one to take home (available to the first 75 people). As a special treat, we’ll be featuring Scott Burland of the Atlanta-based Duet for Theremin and Lap Steel. Playing the theremin since 2004, Burland uses computer based effects, widening the sonic palette of the instrument.

Check online for parking information and to register groups of 5 or more.


Become an ArchaeologistChildren, FamiliesHow did people live in the past? Archaeologists are the detectives of science, working to answer this question. Join

Emory experts for a set of activities where you can learn how to extract DNA, how to figure out what kinds of chemicals were left on artifacts, and how to put ancient objects and skeletons back together like a puzzle. Parents and kids alike can ask Emory archaeologists about their work and hear about the latest discoveries in the field.


SIGNATURE EVENT6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Oakhurst Park Pavillion 307 Feld Ave Decatur, GA 30030 Fee: Free

12:30 – 2:00 p.m. Perimeter College at GSU, Clarkston Campus Building CC, Rm 2190 555 North Indian Creek Dr Clarkston, GA 30021 Fee: Free; Groups of 5 or more must register in advance

1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Perimeter College at GSU, Decatur Campus Bldg SF, Rm 2100 3251 Panthersville Rd Decatur, GA 30034 Fee: Free; Groups of 5 or more must register in advance

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Cobb 4-H Family Science Night from UGA ExtensionPreschool, Children, FamiliesCome join the fun at Family Science Night with Cobb County 4-H as you explore science through hands on and engaging activities! Rotate through various stations to explore concepts such as food science through extracting strawberry DNA, animal science, virtual reality technology, and more! You may even get to use science to make your own take home items. There will be door prizes, learning, and of course, plenty of fun! Drop in any time during the event. Check online for registration information.


Mock Climate Change NegotiationTeens, AdultsIt can’t be just about science. There’s economics, politics, and history that all come into play when the United Nations negotiate global climate agreements. Come have a seat at our mock negotiating table and become an international policymaker for a day. We’ll prep you in advance with your role and the background you’ll need to be a successful negotiator. Join us to learn about climate, politics and science in this role-playing exercise exploring the inner workings of UN climate talks. Come make your mark on the planet’s future! We’ll be serving dinner during the event. Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: Emory University, The City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Resilience

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Cobb County Extension Office 678 South Cobb Dr Ste 200 Marietta, GA 30060 Fee: Free with advance registration

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Emory University White Hall Rm 207 301 Dowman Dr Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Free with advance registration

TUESDAY, MARCH 20


WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21Insects Around UsChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsSometimes friends, sometimes foes, insects have held a tempestuous place in human history dating all the way back to the 7th century BC. They’ve been revered as symbols of rebirth, immortality and patience, but also reviled as poisonous, disease carrying pests. In this event, we’ll learn about some of the surprising ways insects intersect with our lives. We’ll even get to catch a critter or two, and also munch down on some buggy treats. Check online for parking information.


Unveiling the InternetTeensThis interactive event will take us to the heart of how the internet works. How exactly does YouTube show you videos so quickly? What are BitCoins and how do you get one? How does information move from one computer to another? We will answer these questions and more as we tinker with code, rotating through different stations doing everything from seeing how your Snapchat snaps move through space to learning how to hack a bank [simulated, naturally]. Check online for parking and registration information. Note: This event has two sessions at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.


Chasing CoralTeens, AdultsThe magnificent underwater landscapes of coral reefs are disappearing at an unprecedented rate. In a screening of the documentary film Chasing Coral, we’ll tag along with divers, photographers and scientists on an ocean adventure to learn about the mystery of their disappearance. Hang around afterwards to learn more about getting involved in climate activism in the community.

Presenting Partner: Oxford College

1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Perimeter College at GSU, Decatur Campus Bldg SF, Rm 2100 3251 Panthersville Rd Decatur, GA 30034 Fee: Free

5:30 – 7:00 p.m. & 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Math and Science Bldg, Emory University Computer Lab Rm E308A 400 Dowman Dr Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Free with advance registration

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Williams Hall, Oxford College 110 Few Circle Oxford, GA 30054 Fee: Free

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Evolution AnimatedAdultsSometimes science is too complicated. Why can’t they just state it clearly, and over drinks? Sometimes they can! Jon Perry, creator of the

hugely popular Stated Clearly animations, will present three of his animations, and explain the process of making them. After each animation, hear from scientists doing the research they convey. Join us at Monday Night’s new garage location on the West Side Beltline; enjoy some drinks and learn some science!

Presenting Partners: NSF/NASA Center for Chemical Evolution, Stated Clearly

Science ImprovTeens, AdultsImprov comedy with a science twist! Scientists, improvisation artists, and the audience combine to show the lighter side of science and life in the lab through short improv games and sketches. Check online for tickets.

Presenting Partner: Georgia Institute of Technology

SIGNATURE EVENT7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Monday Night Garage 933 Lee St SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Fee: Free

7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Whole World Improv 1216 Spring St Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: $10 ($5 for students)

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THURSDAY, MARCH 22STEAM Leadership ConferenceEducatorsAre you wanting to help your school become more STEAM focused, but not sure how? Georgia Tech’s Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC) invites you to the 2018 STEAM Leadership Institute. This event will feature 2 full days of interactive, educational sessions, engaging STEAM focused work groups, inspiring TED talks and panel discussions with experts in the field. Check online for registration information. Note: This event is a 2-day event and continues on March 23rd.

Presenting Partners: Georgia Institute of Technology, Arts@Tech, Georgia Department of Education

Messy ThursdaysPreschool, FamiliesOur littlest visitors (and their guardians) are invited to the messiest of science programs! We’re talking slime, color-mixing, baking-soda explosions, and so much more! Join us for a messy science and art-based activity for you and your child to enjoy, and the chance to create and learn something new. The best part: we clean up the mess! Check online for guidelines.

Presenting Partner: Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Roadside Geology WalkTeens, AdultsSee description on page 31 for more information.

Fernbank Forest Wildflower TourChildren, Teens, Families, AdultsJoin a Fernbank scientist to explore Fernbank Forest, a 65-acre mature mixed-hardwood forest located in the heart of metro Atlanta. Participants will explore the diversity of native wildflowers and learn to identify them by their leaves and flowers. This tour is for ages 8 and up. Children under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 404.929.6400 to reserve your spot. Space is limited to 30 people, so make your reservation early!


8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Clough Undergraduate Learning Center at Georgia Tech 266 4th St NW Atlanta, GA 30313 Fee: $200

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Children’s Museum of Atlanta 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30313 Fee: Free with admission to The Children’s Museum

2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free with admission or membership. Advance registration required.

SIGNATURE EVENT1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Plaza outside High Museum on Symphony Hall side 1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Fee: $5

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STEMCon NightChildren, TeensJoin the team from Northrop Grumman Atlanta as we explore how science is used in public health and beyond. Our scientists, statisticians, engineers, and more will dive into fun, hands-on activities focused on science, technology, engineering and math with you. Come see how science solves real world problems! This event is open to Tucker Middle School Students (need not register) and there are limited spots open for other middle school aged children. Check online for registration information.

Presenting Partner: Northrop Grumman Corporation

Frankenstein Goes Back to the LabAdultsFour Atlanta playwrights take a new look at Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein in the context of modern scientific research being conducted at Emory. Taking place in the stunning Science Commons, come witness artistic creations animated in the midst of the scientific ideas that inspired them. Join ethicists, scientists and artists to discuss the work over food and refreshments. Check online for parking, timing and registration information.


Voices from the Ebola EpidemicTeens, AdultsJoin us on a special tour of the Ebola: People + Public Health + Political Will exhibit to hear the

personal stories of the CDC and Public Health Service Responders who deployed to Africa during the 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic. Responders will be stationed at different points throughout the tour to share their personal stories from the epidemic. Check online for registration information.


Women & Minorities in STEM: Surprises, Setbacks and SuccessesFamilies, Teens, AdultsJoin us and be inspired by the stories of local women and minorities who have paved incredible career paths. We will feature a panel with voices from a diverse set of scientific fields and a keynote by the inspirational author of the book “STEM Gems”, Stephanie Espy. Hear about panelists’ surprises, setbacks and successes and come prepared to ask questions!

Presenting Partner: Oxford College

SIGNATURE EVENT6:00 – 7:30 p.m. David J. Sencer CDC Museum Upper Level, Temporary Exhibit Space 1600 Clifton Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Fee: Free with advance registration

4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Tucker Middle School 2160 Idlewood Rd Tucker, GA 30084 Fee: Free with advance registration

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Atwood Chemistry Center, Emory University 1515 Dickey Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Pay what you can at the door. Advance registration required.

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Williams Hall, Oxford College 110 Few Circle Oxford, GA 30054 Fee: Free

THURSDAY, MARCH 22


Intersections of Science & Spirituality in AddictionAdultsWhat is the intersection and shared pathways between biology and belief? How can one straddle faith and neuroscience to understand the life of an addict? Join us to hear a panel of local scientists and theologians offer a wide range of insights in a safe space for open dialogue. Parking is available in the church parking lot.

Presenting Partners: First Christian Church of Decatur, Call it God, Call it Science, Gentle Spirit Christian Church

Science TriviaTeens, AdultsCome out and test your knowledge in three rousing rounds of science trivia. Better start thinking of your best team name now; we expect the house to be packed. Doors open at 7 and trivia will get underway around 8.

Presenting Partner: NSF/NASA Center for Chemical Evolution

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7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Manuel’s Tavern 602 North Highland Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free

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FRIDAY, MARCH 23

Science for EveryBODY: Bodies, Brains & BugsPreschool, Children, Teens, Families, AdultsJoin us as we take a tour through

the human body and explore the inner workings of the amazing place we call home. Peer through a microscope, touch a real brain, see the inside of a real heart, and interact with exciting exhibits designed to help kids from 2 to 102 better understand how we live, breath, work and smile. This is a great field trip opportunity. Check online to inquire and register groups larger than ten.

Presenting Partner: Chattahoochee Technical College

Physics Live!Preschool, Children, Teens, FamiliesEver play with giant soap bubbles, ride a hovercraft, or taste liquid nitrogen ice cream? How about journey through space and time as you gaze at the stars? Now you can with Physics Live! Come join the faculty and students at Emory University’s Department of Physics for an afternoon and evening of science exploration! Loads of exciting demonstrations (K-12 encouraged), Planetarium shows (limited seating, tickets available upon arrival), and Laboratory tours (research in action!). A great field trip opportunity! When you are done, head over across the street to the to check out the Chemistry Carnival and Science.Art.Wonder events as well. Check online for parking information.


Science.Art.WonderTeens, AdultsFor over a year, the Science.Art.Wonder program has been pairing artists and scientists together to allow them to explore the scientific world

through visual arts. At this walking tour exhibit you will be able to see the resulting art works and meet some of the amazing artists and scientists involved in the project. There will also be hands on art and science activities. When you are done, head over across the street to the to check out the Chemistry Carnival and Physics Live! events as well. Check online for parking information.


SIGNATURE EVENT9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Chattahoochee Technical College, North Metro Campus Bldg D, Rm 400 5198 Ross Rd Acworth, GA 30102 Fee: Free; Groups larger than 10 must register in advance.

3:30 – 7:00 p.m. Math & Science Bldg, Emory University 400 Dowman Dr Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Free (Free planetarium tickets at the door only)

SIGNATURE EVENT3:30 – 7:00 p.m. Emory University Quadrangle 400 Dowman Dr Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Free


Chemistry CarnivalChildren, FamiliesCome one, come all, to the Chemistry Carnival! Learn about the cutting-edge research Emory studies--through carnival games like Peptide Jenga and Bacterial Telepathy! Prizes will be awarded and scientists will be on-site to explain the laboratory research hiding behind each fun game concept. When you are done, head over across the street to check out the Physics Live! and Science.Art.Wonder events as well. Check online for parking information and enter the building from Dowman Drive.


Communicating the Facts. It’s More Than a Feeling.Teens, AdultsScience is based on facts, so how can we as science advocates communicate our knowledge when others don’t “feel” the same? Together, we will have fun exploring new ways to express factual science through the improvisational activities of InterPlay. Using movement, story-telling and our voices, you will be led incrementally into enlivening and personalizing the way you speak up for science. Check online for registration and updated venue information.

Presenting Partner: InterPlay Atlanta, Emory University

Intro to Curling: Exploring the Boundary Where Granite Meets Ice Teens, Adults

See description on page 23 for more information.

3:30 – 7:30 p.m. Atwood Science Commons, Emory University 1515 Dickey Dr Atlanta, GA 30322 Fee: Free

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Little Five Points Community Center 1083 Austin Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Fee: Free with advance registration. $3 suggested donation.

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SIGNATURE EVENT7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Center Ice Arena 5750 Roswell Rd NE Sandy Springs, GA 30342 Fee: $25

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Saturday, March 2411:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Piedmont Park*

Admission to this family-friendly event is free.

EXPLORATION EXPOJoin us for Atlanta’s biggest interactive science celebration ever!

TOUCH A HUMAN BRAIN!

DRIVE AN UNDERSEA ROBOT!

MEET A HISSING COCKROACH!

FIND THE QUEEN BEE!

BUILD A NANOCONTAINER!

TAKE HOME A NATIVE WILDFLOWER!

MAKE A POLLEN MAP OF ATLANTA!

WRITE SCIENCE HAIKUS & STAR IN A STEM COMIC BOOK!

With more than 100 hands-on, interactive science booths, live science demos, and shows from local organizations, universities, and companies, we’ll be showing off Atlanta science at this year’s Exploration Expo. Kids, adults, families – there’s something for everyone at this free event. A list of exhibitors and events is available online in March.

*This event is rain or shine. Check online for updates in case of severe weather.

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EXPO-3 - Atlanta Science Festival · FESTIVAL TEAM Festival Directors: Jordan Rose & Meisa Salaita Director of New Initiatives: Sarah Peterson Expo Chair: Melody Richardson Volunteer