The Children’s Science Center is an interactive science-, technology-, engineering-, and math-focused museum in Fair Oaks Mall.
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Summer camps start NEXT WEEK! It may be hot outside this summer, but our camps are all indoors. Camps kick off with a week of Cosmic Creations on June 22. And the week of July 4th, single-day camps are back for a final encore due to popular demand! childsci.org/camps
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Jun 14
Happy last week of school! Summer kickoff at the Lab starts June 19, when we're OPEN for the holiday! Plus, it's our birthday on June 20th: come celebrate 11 years of STEM exploration all weekend long. childsci.org/tickets
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Jun 13
Usually, rainbows are found after rainstorms or in a water fountain’s spray, but can rainbows be found on paper? Try this experiment and see if you can pick up some rainbows! childsci.org/test/picking-up…
Check in every Saturday for a new DIY experiment you can do in your own home!
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Jun 12
Heat got you down? Come cool off at the Children's Science Center Lab this weekend! We've got engaging STEM exploration, family-friendly activities...and air conditioning! Sessions at 10am and 1pm, Saturday and Sunday: childsci.org/tickets
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Jun 10
June 11th is International Lynx Day! Bobcats are a species of lynx that only live in North America. They can run up to 30 mph, leap as far as 12 feet, and are skilled swimmers. Bobcats are also twice as big as house cats! Check in every Wednesday for our newest creature feature!
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Don't miss your chance for summer savings! ☀️ June is the LAST MONTH for an incredible deal on a family membership to the Lab. If you've got travel plans, you'll love getting free admission to science centers across the country! Use code MEM0626 at childsci.org/membership
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June is our birthday month! 🥳 Join us at the Lab’s birthday party, June 20-21, to celebrate 11 years of STEM achievements. Enjoy hands-on activities, giveaways, and birthday fun all weekend long! 🎈 Tickets go fast! Reserve your spot at childsci.org/events!
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June 8 is World Oceans Day! Oceans have moving water below the surface called currents! Today we’re going to experiment with temperature and density to form our own currents. Check in every Saturday for a new DIY experiment you can do in your own home! childsci.org/test/ocean-curr…
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Our June Family Membership deal is here! ☀️ Start this weekend with promo code MEM0626 for this month’s discount. Visit childsci.org/membership! See you in the Lab soon! 🧪
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June 8th is World Oceans Day! Today's creature feature is the sea angel, a type of sea slug that is able to swim through the water using wing-like parts of its body! They have transparent bodies which help them hide from predators, also allowing you to see their internal organs!
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Got a budding builder in your life? They'll love our Epic Engineering camp!🏗️ Campers will dive deep into different areas of engineering, meet real professionals, and tackle hands-on design challenges that combine imagination, physics, and teamwork. childsci.org/camps.
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May 31
Celebrate 11 successful years of curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery at the Lab! Join us for a festive birthday weekend June 20-21, filled with special experiences that showcase the wonder of science. ow.ly/kO1p50Z5fFx
#STEMrules #kidsactivities #familyfun
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May 30
Have you ever wondered how water gets from a lake or ocean back into the sky to fall as rain? 🌊 That is the work of Earth’s water cycle! The water cycle ensures that water stays in a constant loop between Earth’s surface and the sky! 💧 ow.ly/zO1R50Z4Upe
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May 29
Our May membership deal is almost over! 😱 Get a Family Membership today and visit the Lab all year for less than the cost of three visits for a family of four! Use promo code MEM0526 at checkout at childsci.org/membership!
#northernva #familyfun #STEMrules
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May 28
You’re invited! The Children's Science Center Lab turns 11 on June 20th, and we’re celebrating all weekend long! 🎉 Join us for an animal encounter, a brand-new exhibit at the 3D printer, a special giveaway, and of course…party hats! 🥳 childsci.org/events
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May 27
May 31st is World Parrot Day!
It's almost World Parrot Day! Parrots are intelligent birds and some can even mimic non-bird sounds including human speech. Parrots come in many different sizes from the buff-faced pygmy parrot weighing only 0.4 ounces to the kakapo at 8.8 pounds!
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May 26
We’re kicking off the STEM summer on June 22 with our first week-long camp, Cosmic Creations! Whether they’re creating their own space gear, launching a rocket, or exploring the universe through art, your child will have an out-of-this-world experience. childsci.org/camps
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May 25
It's Memorial Day! In honor of the school holiday, we are OPEN for timed entries at 10am, 1pm, and 3:30pm. See you soon! childsci.org/tickets
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May 24
Tomorrow is Memorial Day, and the Lab is OPEN for timed entries! If you're looking for something fun (and educational!) to do on the school holiday, we've got you covered. Get $2 off each ticket when you buy online: childsci.org/tickets
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