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115 Science Education Events Found

Sep 20

Catch of the Central Coast: Where Magic Meets the Sea

Event date is 9/19/2026 local time (America/Los_Angeles, UTC-7 in September), which converts to 2026-09-20 UTC. RSVP is indicated. The event is associated with Central Coast Aquarium and appears to be a community/marine science event.
Central Coast Aquarium
Free
9/20/26
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Sep 20

Science School Sundays - Sept. 20th

Science School Sundays is a recurring science-focused event organized by Alicia Moya-Méndez, held at 104 Houston Blair Rd, Stallings, NC. This is the September 20th occurrence.
Virtual
Free
9/20/26
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Sep 22

Creative Corner

Creative Corner is a recurring weekly program for kids at The Works museum featuring new and fun activities with history, art & science. Runs 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM local time.
The Works
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9/22/26
Sourced: https://attheworks.org/visit 09-15-2026
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Sep 22

Farm Science Review

Farm Science Review is one of the nation's leading events for outdoor agricultural education, demonstrations and innovation. Each year, the event brings together industry leaders, researchers, educators, students and visitors to explore the future of agriculture. Runs September 22-24, 2026, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm each day.
Molly Caren Agriculture Center
Free
9/22/26
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Sep 22

Girls in STEM Symposium - Discover and Explore Your Passion

Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation's Girls in STEM Symposium is a one day event designed to inspire and empower middle and high school girls (7th grade through 12th grade) to explore careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The 2026 event will feature a stronger focus on hands-on activities, streamlined speaker schedule with more Q&A time, expanded vendor and scientist displays, informational tables closer to pavilion area for meeting STEM professionals during breaks, and programming designed to maximize student engagement and discovery through small-group interactions and instructor-led demos.
Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation
Free
9/22/26
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Sep 23

CWC Lander and Alpine Science Institute Discover Day

High school juniors and seniors, and their parents, families and counselors, are invited to experience Central Wyoming College's Alpine Science Institute during Discover Day. Spend the day exploring CWC's 127-acre mountain campus near Sinks Canyon State Park, meeting faculty and current students. All-day event on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
CWC Alpine Science Institute
Free
9/23/26
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Sep 23

Farm School Experience: A Homeschool Field Trip in the Hocking Hills of Ohio

Farm School Experience is a full-day homeschool field trip event (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM) at the Vinton County Fairgrounds in the Hocking Hills region of Ohio. The event features over 20 free, age-tiered, hands-on learning classes for homeschool students from elementary through high school. Activities include: Farm Petting Zoo (two half-hour sessions with animal feed available for purchase), Learn About Horses (horse care, handling, and miniature horse rides), Goat Milking, Foraging Hike & Taste (guided hike identifying wild edible plants), Applesauce Making (hands-on harvest cooking over open flame), and Farm First Aid (role-playing adventure learning about livestock injuries and basic first aid concepts). The event integrates science, math, history, nature study, traditional skills, food, animals, engineering, and problem solving through real farm life experiences. Hosted by The Homestead Homeschool.
Vinton County Fairgrounds
$10.00 - $10 per...
9/23/26
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Sep 23

Homeschool Day

Homeschool Day at the Poe Center is designed exclusively for homeschool students to provide them with opportunities to interact with peers and other co-ops, all the while engaging in the Poe Center's effective and immersive health-science programs. Event runs 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET.
Poe Center for Health Education
$14.50 - $14.50...
9/23/26
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Sep 23

Museum of Coastal Carolina: Homeschool Day

Homeschool Day at the Museum of Coastal Carolina. NC Science Trail Partner-Coastal. Event runs 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM local time.
Museum of Coastal Carolina
Free
9/23/26
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Sep 23

Polliwogs - Harvest Moon Celebration

Pre-K with adult, 10:00-11:30am. What changes when the sun goes down? Children celebrate the magic of the harvest season through a special nature-inspired experience. They explore the moon, nighttime animals, light and shadows, and the beauty of the changing season through stories, songs, movement, lanterns, and seasonal activities. Learning Domains: Social Emotional - Building community, sharing experiences, expressing wonder and connection. Spiritual - Developing appreciation for nature, gratitude, and a sense of belonging in the natural world. Physical Demand: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes.
Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center
$15.00 - $15 per...
9/23/26
Sourced: https://prescottfarm.org/ 09-15-2026
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Sep 24

Bite Sized Science

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts! Registration Required! Open to those ages 3-5. Event is listed as Full. Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult. If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
Farmington Library - Children's Program Room
Free
9/24/26
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Sep 24

Evening Talk: Vampire Scent Culture

Evening Talk on Vampire Scent Culture. Event runs from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, September 24 (CDT). Likely related to plant biology or chemical ecology of nocturnal scent. Full event details available via the event link.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Free
9/24/26
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Sep 24

NASA Solar System Ambassadors – 3-D Thursdays! Session for Rural K-12 Educators

September 3-D Thursdays! session designed for rural K-12 educators. NASA STEM Networks Group Lead will introduce NASA's Solar System Ambassadors program and share how educators can invite an Ambassador to their community or apply to join the program themselves. Time: 7 PM CST / 8 PM EST on Thursday, 9/24/2026.
Virtual
Free
9/24/26
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Sep 24

Science Alive! Student Field Trip

Science Alive! blends North Carolina science standards with exploration. The tour includes entry to all historic buildings, which feature science-themed interpretation as well as hands-on interactive activities. Activities are designed for grades 3-8 and include concepts from horticulture, meteorology, and more. Available dates: September 24-25, October 8-9, 2026; March 11, April 8, May 6 (2027). Groups must be 12+ students; reservation required. Payment due at least 30 days prior to the trip. Science Alive! is unavailable during the holiday pricing period (beginning November 11, 2026).
Old Salem Museums & Gardens
$15.00 - Science...
9/24/26
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Sep 24

Science Storytime @ Cornbread and Roses

Science Storytime event at Cornbread and Roses in Sylva, NC. Features family-friendly stories about the natural world, learning activities, crafts, and coloring. Part of the Science Storytime with Rubella Wonder program.
Cornbread and Roses
Free
9/24/26
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Sep 24

Webinar: 3D Thursdays for Rural Educators - Solar System Ambassadors

This month's 3D Thursdays for Rural Educators webinar will feature Sarah Marcotte sharing information about Solar System Ambassadors, NASA's longest running volunteer program. This network of dedicated NASA superfans is trained to give STEM presentations, lead hands-on activities, and host astronomy nights in their local neighborhood and beyond. Educators can learn how to invite a Solar System Ambassador to their event. Event Date: Sept. 24, 2026.
Virtual
Free webinar
9/24/26
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Sep 25

Curious Kids

Curious Kids is a recurring weekly program for kids at The Works museum featuring new and fun activities with history, art & science. Runs 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM local time.
The Works
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9/25/26
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Sep 25

Fall 2026 Educate to Innovate Conference

A full-day conference for Arizona educators focused on professional development, innovative STEM content, networking with fellow educators, and discovering new strategies to engage young learners in meaningful STEM experiences. The event is sold out; the registration URL links to upcoming professional development opportunities at Arizona Science Center.
Arizona Science Center
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9/25/26
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Sep 25

Homeschool: Explore Fossils!

Just in time for National Fossil Day, kids and teens ages 9 and older are invited to learn about the geologic history of North Dakota when staff from the FM Science Museum visit the library. Participants will examine and touch real fossils from across North Dakota's past, then uncover their own fossils in a hands-on mini fossil excavation. Ages 9-18.
Main Library - Fargo Public Library
Free
9/25/26
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Sep 25

NSU STEM Day for High School Students

NSU STEM Day runs from 8 a.m. to noon (CDT) on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Northwestern State University's main campus in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The event is designed for students in grades 9-12 interested in science, manufacturing technology, computer science, mathematics, chemistry, physics, engineering, and STEM-related careers (e.g., medical doctor, veterinarian, dentist, pharmacist, data analyst, environmental scientist, crime lab scientist, hospital lab clinician, factory manager). Students will interact with STEM faculty and students through hands-on science and technology demonstrations across five different 'tours' of four workshops each, in fields including engineering and manufacturing, wildlife and environmental science, veterinary science, mathematics, computer science, chemistry, physics, biomedical science, and microbiology. Students can learn about degree programs, events and organizations, scholarships, research facilities, and career opportunities. Individual registration is available at https://nsula.formstack.com/forms/nsustemday. High schools wishing to bring groups as a field trip should email dugasa@nsula.edu for group registration. Registrations into field-specific tours are on a first-submitted basis. More information: https://www.nsula.edu/academics/colleges-and-schools/school-of-stem/
Northwestern State University - Main Campus
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9/25/26
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Sep 25

Science Alive! Student Field Trip

Science Alive! blends North Carolina science standards with exploration. The tour includes entry to all historic buildings, which feature science-themed interpretation as well as hands-on interactive activities. Activities are designed for grades 3-8 and include concepts from horticulture, meteorology, and more. Groups must be 12+ students; reservation required. Payment due at least 30 days prior to the trip.
Old Salem Museums & Gardens
$15.00 - Science...
9/25/26
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Sep 26

Free Recycling Class for Kids

Free recycling class for kids at Innovation Barn. 10:00 am to 11:30 am local time.
Innovation Barn
Free
9/26/26
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Sep 28

RISE Research – Fall Cohort 2026

RISE Research is a selective 1-on-1 mentorship program where high school students in Grades 9 through 12 conduct original, university-level research under PhD mentors from Ivy League and Oxbridge institutions. The program runs for 10 weeks at roughly one to two hours per week. Students produce an original research paper submitted to one of 40+ peer-reviewed academic journals; RISE reports a 90% publication rate. Fully online and available to students nationwide. Fall Cohort 2026 admission deadline: September 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.
RISE Global Education (Online)
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9/28/26
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Sep 29

Fall Biology Check-In #1

Fall Biology Check-In #1 at Mount Airy High School. Time: 10:10 AM - 3:30 PM local time.
Mount Airy High School
Free
9/29/26
Sourced: https://mahsbears.org/ 09-11-2026
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Sep 29

Prospective Student Event: "A Taste of Food Science"

Prospective student event for those curious about earning a Penn State degree in Food Science. Agenda: 8:15 a.m. Check-in; 8:30 a.m. Food Science Facility Tour (Microbiology, Chemistry, and Sensory Labs); 10:00 a.m. Overview of Academics; 11:00 a.m. For Students: Live Lab Experience / For Parents: Careers/Scholarship Discussion; 12:15 p.m. Lunch in Product Development Kitchen; 1:15 p.m. Current Student Panel; 2:15 p.m. Wrap-up. Join current students and professors to learn about classes, research opportunities, internships, careers, scholarships, alumni network, and more.
252 Rodney A. Erickson Food Science Building
Free
9/29/26
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