Special Events
Pacific Salmon Foundation – Science in the Park
Join us for a FREE Science in the Park session all about salmon! During this crucial time in their lifecycles, our rivers are seeing the return of salmon. Learn about these fish with hands-on science activities for the whole family. This special event is made possible thanks to funding from... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Nanaimo River Hatchery Spawning Day Fundraiser
Nanaimo River Hatchery 2775 Rugby Road, Nanaimo, BCWe will be at the Nanaimo River Hatchery supporting their annual fundraiser, "Spawning Day"! This is a great event for the whole family! Entry is by donation, and cash will also be helpful for the salmon BBQ, or for kids to "buy" a fry (young salmon) to release down the... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Country Club Centre Santa Breakfast
Country Club Centre 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaWe are looking forward to taking part in Breakfast with Santa at @countryclubcentre this Sunday! We will have hands-on science activities and demonstrations for the whole family! Make sure to come see us across from the Information/Lotto Kiosk during this special fundraiser/ticketed event!
FlyOLand Bi-Weekly Science Program
FlyOLandJoin FlyOland Nanaimo and Nanaimo Science for a bi-weekly science program featuring hands-on experiments and mind-blowing discoveries. The program runs from September 12th to December 5th and is suitable for children aged 5 to 10. Registration is required. Click the '2024 Science Activity Events' section on bookeo.com/flyoland-booking to sign up.
Friday Night Social
Country Club Centre 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaOcean Explorers Night - Join us for an evening of hands-on science activities and crafts, where the mysteries of the deep blue sea come to life! Free!
Costume Boo-Tique
Country Club Centre 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaJoin us at The Costume Boo-tique, a FREE costume event promoting sustainability and affordability this Halloween! We’ll have a wide selection of gently-used costumes available. By choosing a pre-loved costume, you’ll be reducing your environmental impact while still enjoying all the fun of the season. Let’s make this Halloween not... Read more
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