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August 2019
Sci Fight Science Comedy Debate
Humans are worth saving...? Sci Fight Science Comedy Debate is partnering with Science Gallery Melbourne to ask the question, are we a disposable species? The 20th century has seen humanity’s focused dedication on the creation of inbuilt obsolescence, of single use everything, why…
Find out more »Young Inventors Club: Mornington Library
Young inventors The young inventors is a project based learning program that provides a hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and math opportunity to budding young inventors. They will be using LittleBits and Micro:BBC boards to invent objects such as a…
Find out more »Science involved in culture – TOOTHPASTETREES
A laboratory style experimental setup of a steam distillation unit showcasing the live process of eucalyptus oil extraction. The audience can engage through their senses of sight, smell and touch and get actively involved in the discussion. This unique science…
Find out more »Maths & Music: Maybe I could be a mathematician
Maybe I Could Be A Mathematician – A story of growing up alongside vinyl, CD, MP3, and YouTube Premium Presented by Professor Arun Ram Professor Ram is an internationally recognised mathematician and an inspirational teacher. In this unique presentation he tells…
Find out more »Pollution Pods
Michael Pinsky’s interactive and eye-opening artwork, enables audiences to experience differing air qualities amongst the world’s least and most polluted cities. How clean is our air? Experience some of the most polluted cities in the world from the safety of…
Find out more »Eel Trap – Outdoor Installation
“Rivers signify tribal boundaries, gatherings for corroboree, life, not only for humans but for all living creatures” – Maree Clarke. Created by Boon Wurrung artist Mitch Mahoney and Mutti Mutti/Yorta Yorta and Boon Wurrung/Wemba Wemba artist Maree Clarke, Eel Trap is a 10-metre installation made of biodegradable reeds…
Find out more »Create, Play Learn at Home STEM Kits
Check out the Bayside Library's amazing STEM kits as part of a new program: Create, Play, Learn at Home! There's a large assortment to choose from: Makey Makey, Edison Robots, Ozo bot, Micro bit, and much, much more! What are these STEM kits? Here's…
Find out more »Preschoolers Little Scientist Club
Preschoolers Little Scientist Club at Deer Park Library For four weeks children can explore the world of science with fun, hands-on experiments and science equipment that they can take home. Budding Einsteins will spend an hour each week having fun with…
Find out more »Are you taking the piss?
Join a brilliant panel who won’t shy away from the yuck-factor to find innovative solutions to our over consumption of… everything. Would you break the law to save the world? We’re living in a world of finite resources, yet there are…
Find out more »September 2019
1 2 3 STEM for Little Kids and Big Kids!
Inspire and get a head-start in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) open toy play and help your child develop these skills at home, preschool and school. Hear from local child educators on approaches to introduce STEM open play for…
Find out more »Space for girl guides and scouts
The evening aims to build awareness of the Australian night sky and help troops of Girl Guides and Scouts of any age in the journey towards their Outer Space/Astronomy badge/achievement award. If you belong to an adventurous troop of…
Find out more »Walrus of Peace
Is ochre the new spray paint? Walrus of Peace investigates a non-toxic, environmentally friendly, recyclable, alternative set of materials for temporary street art installations. Bendigo Artists Inc (Australia) Street art is a popular form of creative expression, but…
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