Special Events
Science in the Park – RDN Big Qualicum River Regional Trail
Englishman River Regional ParkExplore RDN parks and protected areas with Nanaimo Science’s outreach educators. These all-ages parent participation free drop-in events will have you exploring your parks with nature hikes, explorations of local flora and fauna, science games and art projects. Spectacular Salmon Learn about the salmon lifecycle through crafts, gyotaku fish printing... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Spawning Day Fundraiser (Nanaimo River Hatchery)
Nanaimo River Hatchery 2775 Rugby Road, Nanaimo, BCJoin us at the Nanaimo River Hatchery (2775 Rugby Road) on Sunday, November 6 from 10 am to 3 pm and enjoy salmon-themed activities, concession BBQ and salmon fry release (by donation). This event supports the hatchery with its operations and public programs.
FREE! Super Science Suppertime: Flight Edition!
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaIt’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s Super Science Suppertime! Come explore the world of flight with Nanaimo Science! This free event features hands-on, drop-in activities for kids of all ages and their parents! Super Science Supper Time takes place in Unit 2, next to the Food Court, from 5pm to 8pm
Nanaimo Science @ Breakfast with Santa! (Country Club Centre)
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaJoin us on Sunday, Nov. 27th for our 15th Annual Breakfast with Santa from 9:30 am to 11 am! Christmas Crafts, Strolling Minstrels, Santa, delicious breakfast and "Winter Wonderland" activities with Nanaimo Science! This event supports the Nanaimo Child Development Centre
Date Night – Building Bonanza
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaParents - enjoy a quiet night out while kids have fun at Nanaimo Science! Children ages 6-12 Schedule: Check-in/Drop-off: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Free play (Keva blocks, PlusPlus) & dinner from home. Science activities 6:00 - 8:00 PM Kids will enjoy designing and building at different stations, learning how... Read more
Science of… Creative Circuits!
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaCan you merge science and art? Absolutely! Meet Sheri, a fabulous Stampin' Up demonstrator and creative card maker! Sheri will be leading us through a beautiful light-up card that would make a wonderful Mothers' Day or Father's Day card, or to mark any occasion! Nanaimo Science will be preparing you with... Read more
Science in the Park – RDN Moorecroft Regional Park (Earth Day)
Moorecroft Regional Park (Nanoose Bay) 1563 Stewart Rd, Nanoose Bay, BC, CanadaExplore RDN parks and protected areas with Nanaimo Science’s Outreach Educators. These all-ages parent participation drop-in events will have you exploring your parks with nature hikes, explorations of local flora and fauna, science games and art projects. Earth Day Learn about how you can protect the earth and about the... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ K-12 Educator Professional Development Workshop (Deep Bay Marine Field Station)
Deep Bay Marine Field StationSharing knowledge: Cross-curricular approaches to incorporating Place-Based content in the BC classroom Join us for an exciting, hands-on day of learning at VIU's Deep Bay Marine Field Station! There will be presentations from many organizations in and around the Vancouver Island community which will give an overview of the programs... Read more
Science in the Park – RDN Mount Benson Regional Park “Birds on Benson”
Mount Benson Regional ParkExplore RDN parks and protected areas with Nanaimo Science’s Outreach Educators. These all-ages parent participation drop-in events will have you exploring your parks with nature hikes, explorations of local flora and fauna, science games and art projects. Birds on Benson Learn about the birds that make our parks home through... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Qualicum Beach Family Day
Ravensong Community Playing FieldThe 45th annual Family Day will take place on May 28, 2023. Since 1976, Family Day has been sponsored by the Town of Qualicum Beach and organized by a group of dedicated volunteers. Held on the last Sunday of May, the event includes a pancake breakfast at the Civic Cente,... Read more
World Ocean Day 2023
Kinsmen Park, Departure Bay BeachCelebrate World Ocean Day with FREE programing and information sessions for students at Departure Bay Beach! 3x 15-minute sessions by advanced registration, starting a 9:00 AM on June 8th. SEAMOR Marine, a local Subsea Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) manufacturer, Nanaimo Science, a non-profit science education organization, and the City of... Read more
Nanaimo Daybreak Rotary Poker Tournament for Nanaimo Science & Volunteer Nanaimo
Moose Lodge #1052, 1356 Cranberry Avenue, Nanaimo, BC 1356 Cranberry Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaWe are pleased to be selected as one of the benefactors for this charity Texas Hold'em Tournament that is being organized by Nanaimo Daybreak Rotary! For adults only! Test your skill and luck, while helping support Nanaimo Science and the Volunteer Nanaimo for Youth Network! Tickets $100 includes buy-in and... Read more
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