News and Events Calendar

Summer Exhibition "It's a Nano World"

Back by popular demand, "It's a Nano World" invites you to explore the biological wonders of things too small to see with just your eyes as you experience a remarkable nano world. Frolic inside a giant "Blood Drop," sort cells, and explore other cool nano tools.

September

Showtime! Live Animal Show

Saturday, September 4, 2 p.m.
Donna Fritz will explain her work as an animal rehabilitator. Kids can meet live animals, including, Lily a Virginia Opossum, North America's only native marsupial. Visitors will also get the chance to pet Darius the Sugar Glider, and to feel the silky ebony scales and constrictor squeeze of Reina, a 5-foot Mexican Kingsnake.

Showtime! Amazing Local Animals

Saturday, September 11, 2 p.m.
You don't have to turn on the television to see amazing animals, just look in your own backyard! Join Sciencenter educator John Alvarez de Castillo to learn about unique local animals such as the Eastern Red Spotted Newt, Red Back Salamander, and Wood Frog that have fascinating characteristics.

Curiosity Corner Program for Our Youngest Visitors

Early Childhood Programs in the Curiosity Corner are especially designed for toddlers and preschoolers. Storytime and Tactile Time are included with admission. Kids under three receive free admission.

• Storytime: Fresh Fall Leaves
  Tuesday, September 14, 10:30 a.m.
  Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to hear the story, Fresh Fall Leaves by Betsy Franco and make leaf-rubbing impressions. Storytime occurs on the second Tuesday of every month at 10:30 a.m.

Early Childhood Programs in the Curiosity Corner are made possible with the generous support of:

Sciencenter Activities at Ithaca Wegmans' W-Kids Fun Center

The Sciencenter is partnering with Wegmans to bring kids more hands-on science fun! Free activities change monthly and are designed for children ages 3 to 8 years.

Also at W-Kids: Collectible "Try This at Home" Activity Cards

Cards change every two weeks, and collections of six cards can be redeemed for a 15% discount on a Family Membership at the Sciencenter.

Showtime! The Mystery of the Water Fearing Sand

Saturday, September 18, 2 p.m.
Some materials love to mix with water, but others just want to keep to themselves! Join Cornell's Women in Materials Science and Engineering to learn what it means to be "hydrophobic" or "hydrophilic" and explore how sand's properties can be changed to repel water! Visitors may take home their own special sand.

Showtime! Why I Became an Engineer

Saturday, September 25, 2 p.m.
Join Charlie Trautmann, Executive Director of the Sciencenter, to learn why he became an engineer. From digging for buried pipelines, to playing in giant simulation sand boxes at Cornell Univserity, visitors will hear about Charlie’s adventures as an engineer on his quest to help people.

Curiosity Corner Program for Our Youngest Visitors

Early Childhood Programs in the Curiosity Corner are especially designed for toddlers and preschoolers. Storytime and Tactile Time are included with admission. Kids under three receive free admission.

• Tactile Time: Leaf Prints
  Tuesday, September 28, 10:30 a.m.
  Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to explore the world of touch by making leaf prints! Smocks will be available. Tactile Time occurs on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 10:30 a.m.

Early Childhood Programs in the Curiosity Corner are made possible with the generous support of:

Sciencenter Activities at Ithaca Wegmans' W-Kids Fun Center

The Sciencenter is partnering with Wegmans to bring kids more hands-on science fun! Free activities change monthly and are designed for children ages 3 to 8 years.

Also at W-Kids: Collectible "Try This at Home" Activity Cards

Cards change every two weeks, and collections of six cards can be redeemed for a 15% discount on a Family Membership at the Sciencenter.

October

Showtime!

Saturday, October 2, 2 p.m.
See science in action with a special interactive presentation at the Sciencenter every Saturday at 2 p.m.

Showtime!

Saturday, October 9, 2 p.m.
See science in action with a special interactive presentation at the Sciencenter every Saturday at 2 p.m.

Showtime!

Saturday, October 16, 2 p.m.
See science in action with a special interactive presentation at the Sciencenter every Saturday at 2 p.m.

Showtime!

Saturday, October 23, 2 p.m.
See science in action with a special interactive presentation at the Sciencenter every Saturday at 2 p.m.

Showtime!

Saturday, October 30, 2 p.m.
See science in action with a special interactive presentation at the Sciencenter every Saturday at 2 p.m.