Weekend Programs

Weekends - March 2010

Thursday, March 11 – Monday, March 15
Swashbucklin’ Spring Break
Ahoy mateys! Don’t ye be forgettin’ to join us for some swashbucklin’ science this Break of Spring. Check out what we've got onboard for you.

Saturday, March 13
Iron Scientist
One mystery material, one mystery task, endless possible inventions… come and test your creativity with this all-new Iron Scientist challenge. Compete to win great prizes!
2pm in Contraption Corner

Saturday, March 27
Crazy Contrapting
Come find us on the second floor on the fourth Saturday of every month for mind-bending contraption activities. You never know what we might have in store for you.
In Contraption Corner. Times may vary.

Weekends - April 2010

Sunday and Monday, April 4 and 5
Bobs and Lolo
The lively musical duo of Bobs and Lolo are back exploring the natural world through music, movement and make-believe. You do not want to miss this award-winning group!
12noon and 2pm in the Science Theatre

Saturday, April 10
Iron Scientist
One mystery material, one mystery task, endless possible inventions… come and test your creativity with this all-new Iron Scientist challenge. Compete to win great prizes!
2pm in Contraption Corner

Saturday, April 10
What a Hoot!
Check out the beauty of live birds of prey with conservationists from Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation (O.W.L).

Saturday, April 17
Junkology
Creative reuse of manmade refuse!
Join Dr. Recycle and his imaginative approach to recycling. Make flying helicopters, crazy creatures, playtime games and more using only leftover materials found in your home.
11am-3pm in Contraption Corner

Friday, April 23
Science World After Dark
Come be a kid again at our adults-only evening. Play with exhibits, sip some wine, have a laugh.
7:00-10pm
19+ (ID required)

Saturday, April 24
Crazy Contrapting
Come find us on the second floor on the fourth Saturday of every month for mind-bending contraption activities. You never know what we might have in store for you.
In Contraption Corner. Times may vary.

Weekends - May 2010

Saturday and Sunday, May 8 and 9
Treasure! Opening weekend
Join us for treasured activities and check out our rich feature exhibition, Treasure!
11am-3pm in the Feature Gallery

Saturday, May 8
Iron Scientist
One mystery material, one mystery task, endless possible inventions… come and test your creativity with this all-new Iron Scientist challenge. Compete to win great prizes!
2pm in Contraption Corner

Saturday, May 22
Crazy Contrapting
Come find us on the second floor on the fourth Saturday of every month for mind-bending contraption activities. You never know what we might have in store for you.
In Contraption Corner. Times may vary.

Saturday May 22-Monday, May 24
X Marks the Spot!
Urban treasure hunters from the BC Geocaching Association will lead you on a trek using tools of the trade. Gather your gear and come down for a Science World treasure hunt!

Friday, May 28
PJ Party!
Put on your cosiest pyjamas, grab your teddy bear and join us for a night-time event for the whole family! Tickets sell out fast so keep checking our website for more information.
6pm-9pm

Saturday and Sunday, May 29 and 30
ThinkFirst
Learn how to protect that noggin! Representatives from ThinkFirst will show you how to play and bike safe (and what could happen if you don’t).

Weekends - June 2010

Saturday and Sunday, June 5 and 6
Trashy Treasure
Don’t let that newspaper go to waste. Use it to create beautiful jewellery. Learn how to turn trash into wearable treasures!

Saturday, June 12
Iron Scientist
One mystery material, one mystery task, endless possible inventions… come and test your creativity with this all-new Iron Scientist challenge. Compete to win great prizes!
2pm in Contraption Corner

Saturday and Sunday, June 12 and 13
The Purple Pirate
Get active with the Purple Pirate with a lively performance for the whole family. Jog, jump, stretch and balance on a treasure hunt of activity!
12noon and 2pm in the Science Theatre

Friday, June 18
Science World After Dark
Come be a kid again at our adults-only evening. Play with exhibits, sip some wine, have a laugh.
7:00-10pm
19+ (ID required)

Saturday and Sunday, June 19 and 20
Radical Reptiles
Face your fear of snakes with the Westcoast Society for the Protection and Conservation of Reptiles. Here’s your chance to handle some of the rarest and most misunderstood creatures on earth.

Saturday, June 26
Crazy Contrapting
Come find us on the second floor on the fourth Saturday of every month for mind-bending contraption activities. You never know what we might have in store for you.
In Contraption Corner. Times may vary.