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National Science Week: Family day

Where
Darling Square Library
Darling Square Library
Levels 1 and 2, The Exchange, 1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket NSW 2000
When

Saturday 17 August 2024 from 10am to 2:30pm

Cost

Free

Join us for National Science Week and explore this year’s theme: Species Survival

We will be hosting a line-up of creative science programs including makerspace workshops, informative talks, storytelling and performance, demonstrations, and interactive sessions.

All programs are free – perfect for the whole family!

Talks and performances

UPDATE: The native bee musical performance has been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances. There will now be a Rhymetime and Storytime session.

  • 10:30am-11:00am: Rhymetime and Storytime - a fun interactive session of singing and rhymes that fosters a love of reading and helps develop important early literacy skills and social interaction. No booking required.

  • 1:30pm-2:30pm: Surviving our Planet with Powerhouse – explore how science and technology have revolutionised sustainability and impacted species survival in our ever-changing world. Designed for 16+ years but all ages welcome. Book your spot. 

Interactive science maker activities

10am-12pm: learn the basics of makerspace activities:

  • Makey Makey: endangered animals 

  • Robotics  

  • Light projections 

  • Botanic prints on tote bags 

  • Microscope projections 

  • Insect badgemaking 

  • Fluorescent drawing with plants, shells, and rocks 

  • 3D print and laser cut demonstrations 

Other National Science Week events at Darling Square Library:

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