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No school? Time to explore, invent, experiment and discover! School's OUT @ SCI day camps keep young learners engaged when class isn't in session. Spots are limited. Register now for fall and winter break: sciowa.org/education/camps/
Ready to explore your future in STEM? 🔬 Meals with Mentors is a chance to connect with inspiring professionals, ask questions and discover where a career in science, technology, engineering and math could take you!
Join us on November 12!
🔗Register as a mentee: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/…
We're celebrating Reptile Awareness Day! Here are a few fun facts:
🐍 Reptiles are cold-blooded, relying on external factors to regulate body temperature.
🐢 Most reptiles lay eggs.
🦎 You can find reptile habitats in many different ecosystems, from deserts to oceans.
Spooky fun is included with your visit! Join us for creepy-crawly critters, hair-raising experiments and plenty of Halloween science on October 31.
All activities are included with admission – free for SCI members!
Planning a visit to see the Mental Health: Mind Matters exhibit while it's at SCI? Keep the conversation going with limited-time offerings and self-care essentials from the A-ha! Store.
No school? Make it a science day!
Schools Out @ SCI Day Camps are back November 2 and 3 with hands-on activities, exciting experiments, and plenty of opportunities to explore. It’s the perfect way to keep curious minds learning and having fun while they’re out of school.
You don’t have to attend Big Blast to join the fun! Anyone can bid on our experience-based packages from anywhere. 🌟
There’s still time to be part of Big Blast! Get your tickets, explore the auction and bid on your next great adventure.
Stories like Don’s remind us that mental health is something we all experience. Connection, understanding and support can make a difference.
Explore more perspectives in Mental Health: Mind Matters, now open at the Science Center of Iowa through March 21, 2027.
Quick heads up! We will be closed October 16 & 17 in preparation for SCI's Big Blast: Sprinkled with Stardust.
There's still time to register for October Sensory-Friendly Hours! Designed for families with children on the autism spectrum or with sensory-processing disorders, this free event includes smaller crowds, quieter exhibits and lower lights. Register now: bit.ly/4np1KAy
Making a slinky walk in When Things Get Moving isn't just fun. It's kinetic energy in action! What's your record time for a walk?
In just two weeks, SCI will be full of supporters enjoying signature cocktails, elevated bites and immersive experiences during our Big Blast event. Want to be one of them? Get your tickets now and support science learning across the state!
Join us: bit.ly/442zH2N
Not sure what to expect at our free Sensory-Friendly Hours? Here's a simple guide! Save your spot for Oct. 13: sciowa.org/programs-and-even…
Last chance to attend a Solar or Star Party in 2026! Join us outside SCI during the Downtown Farmers Market on Oct. 3 and 10 to learn more about the sun. Then, meet us at the Drake Observatory on Oct. 16 to observe the autumn skies. Both events are free and open to the public!
No school? No problem.
We’ve got a day of science planned! Schools Out @ SCI Day Camps are back October 22 and 23 with hands-on activities and science-filled fun for curious kids. Make their day off one to remember!
