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SUMMARY:Science in the Park - RDN Big Qualicum River Regional Trail
DESCRIPTION:Explore 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. \nSpectacular Salmon\nLearn about the salmon lifecycle through crafts\, gyotaku fish printing and discussion of species\, anatomy and more.\nBig Qualicum River Regional Trail
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-rdn-big-qualicum-river-regional-trail/
LOCATION:Englishman River Regional Park
CATEGORIES:Free,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220906T232721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T233250Z
UID:2251-1665831600-1665842400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - RDN Englishman River Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Explore 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. \nMarvelous Mushrooms\nLearn about decomposers and mycology: learn the mushroom anatomy\, how to identify some different mushrooms and take a closer look with a microscope.\nEnglishman River Regional Park – Allsbrook Rd
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-rdn-englishman-river-regional-park/
LOCATION:Englishman River Regional Park
CATEGORIES:Free,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220906T231005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T231906Z
UID:2240-1665162000-1665172800@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Super Science Suppertime: Glow in the Dark Edition
DESCRIPTION:Night time is the right time for glow in the dark fun! Explore fluorescence\, light\, and colour mixing. Plus physics\, chemistry activities\, and kids get to take home some glow in the dark slime\, too! All ages\, parent participation required
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/free-super-science-suppertime-glow-in-the-dark-edition/
LOCATION:Country Club Centre – Unit 2 (near Food Court)\, 3200 Island Highway North\, Nanaimo\, BC - British Columbia\, V9T 1W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220906T232204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T235303Z
UID:2247-1664103600-1664118000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Science @ World Rivers Day (Bowen Park)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Bowen Park\, in the lower picnic shelter on Sunday\, September 25 from 11 am to 3 pm and enjoy FREE entertainment\, community booths and activities.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/nanaimo-science-world-rivers-day-bowen-park/
LOCATION:Bowen Park (lower playground)\, 500 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220906T231704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T235834Z
UID:2242-1664028000-1664035200@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Science @ VIRL Harbourfront "Full STEAM Ahead" Science Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s Science Literacy Week 2022 and we are celebrating with VIRL and local author Lindsay Ford! \nJoin us for an afternoon of learning and exciting scientific exploration and discovery!
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/nanaimo-science-virl-harbourfront-full-steam-ahead-science-literacy-day/
LOCATION:Creativity Commons – Nanaimo Harbourfront Library\, 90 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220916T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220906T230659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T231931Z
UID:2237-1663347600-1663358400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Super Science Suppertime: Rube Goldberg edition
DESCRIPTION:This drop-in program features fun\, Rube Goldberg creations\, marble wall creations\, wind tunnel fun\, and more! All ages\, parent participation required.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/free-super-science-suppertime-rube-goldberg-edition/
LOCATION:Country Club Centre – Unit 2 (near Food Court)\, 3200 Island Highway North\, Nanaimo\, BC - British Columbia\, V9T 1W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220908T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220812T173556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T173557Z
UID:2221-1662631200-1662647400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:FREE Drop In & Information session about Fall homeschool programs
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the upcoming programs at Nanaimo Science for your homelearner or distributed learning student! \nWe will be open between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM for parents of Kindergarten to Grade 7 students to come by and learn about our programs with our Outreach Coordinator\, while kids keep busy with some free science activities. \nHigh School parents can join us between 1:00 and 2:30 PM for a similar session and a chance for high schoolers to check out our Micro:Bit computers. \nFamilies who cannot attend their intended time may also come by during the other session (e.g. High School families may show up in the morning)\, however activities for children will not be as directed to their age groups. \nWhile this is a drop-in session\, space may be limited at various times for activities.  We anticipate most families will remain on site for 10 to 30 minutes\, though children are welcome to take part in activities for longer times if there are no others waiting. \nREGISTRATION REQUESTED PLEASE (see link below)
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/free-drop-in-information-session-about-fall-homeschool-programs/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Science\, 3200 North Island Highway\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9T 1W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Home School Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220902T150000
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CREATED:20220801T184957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T184957Z
UID:2158-1661763600-1662130800@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Daily Camps - Best of the Summer!
DESCRIPTION:August 29 – September 2\, 2022:  Best of the Summer \nJoin us for a day\, a few days\, or the full week!  This week’s theme will draw from of our previous themes and provide kids with all the best activites from the full summer!  Programs will cover a wide range of STEM topics – your child will certainly enjoy the surprises and fun each day! \nDaily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days. \nFamilies can register for whichever days they need  – content will be related\, but not carried-over or repeated during this week! \n\n\n\nNotes:\nRuns daily from 9:00-AM 3:00 PM. Families must provide their own snacks and lunches. Please read over our camp policies on our website or in the terms and conditions before completing your purchase.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/daily-camps-best-of-the-summer/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Science “Lab”
CATEGORIES:School Break Camps
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T195038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T195038Z
UID:2196-1661680800-1661695200@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Science at the VIEX
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Science will have a booth set up at the Vancouver Island Exhibition 2022!\nJoin us in the Kids Zone to learn about nature and agriculture through educational activities and crafts. We will be set up between 10am and 2pm from August 26-28.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/nanaimo-science-at-the-viex-3/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T194726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T195216Z
UID:2191-1661594400-1661608800@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Science at the VIEX
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Science will have a booth set up at the Vancouver Island Exhibition 2022!\nJoin us in the Kids Zone to learn about nature and agriculture through educational activities and crafts. We will be set up between 10am and 2pm from August 26-28.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/nanaimo-science-at-the-viex-2/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220826T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T194859Z
UID:2188-1661508000-1661522400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Science at the VIEX
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Science will have a booth set up at the Vancouver Island Exhibition 2022!\nJoin us in the Kids Zone to learn about nature and agriculture through educational activities and crafts. We will be set up between 10am and 2pm from August 26-28.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/nanaimo-science-at-the-viex/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T194135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T194326Z
UID:2185-1661421600-1661432400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Parksville Community Beach
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs with science activities for children of all ages with their families!\nJoin Nanaimo Science educators at Parksville Community Park to learn about meteorology and explore things that fly. We will be set up on the upper beach across from the Kite Field on August 24 and 25\, from 10am-1pm.\nLearn about meteorology with our digital weather station equipment\, identify clouds\, and make flying creations.\nThis event is made possible with the support of the City of Parksville.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-parksville-community-beach-2/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220824T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T192330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T192330Z
UID:2182-1661335200-1661346000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Parksville Community Beach
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs with science activities for children of all ages with their families!\nJoin Nanaimo Science educators at Parksville Community Park to learn about meteorology and explore things that fly. We will be set up on the upper beach across from the Kite Field on August 24 and 25\, from 10am-1pm.\nLearn about meteorology with our digital weather station equipment\, identify clouds\, and make flying creations.\nThis event is made possible with the support of the City of Parksville.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-parksville-community-beach/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T184213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T184213Z
UID:2151-1661158800-1661526000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Daily Camps - Bioblitz!
DESCRIPTION:August 22-26\, 2022:  Bioblitz \nJoin us for a day\, a few days\, or the full week!  This week’s theme is “Bioblitz”. Become a biologist as we learn about animal\, plant\, and cellular biology!  Explore how biologists conduct research\, how citizens can become scientists too\, and have fun while learning about our living world. \nDaily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days. \nFamilies can register for whichever days they need  – content will be related\, but not carried-over or repeated during this week! \n\n\n\nNotes:\nRuns daily from 9:00-AM 3:00 PM. Families must provide their own snacks and lunches. Please read over our camp policies on our website or in the terms and conditions before completing your purchase.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/daily-camps-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Science “Lab”
CATEGORIES:School Break Camps
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T192059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T192059Z
UID:2179-1661076000-1661086800@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Moorecroft Park
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs for children of all ages and their families.\nNanaimo Science will have a tent and activities set up at Moorecroft Park on August 21 from 10am to 1pm. Come explore the different areas of the park\, identify local plants\, and engage in hands-on activities and crafts.\nThis program is made possible with support from the Regional District of Nanaimo.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-moorecroft-park/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T183659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T183823Z
UID:2149-1661007600-1661013000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science of Exotic Pets - with C & J Critter Company
DESCRIPTION:Our good friends at C & J Critter Company will be joining us for a fun and educational session all about unique creatures that most people wouldn’t think of first when thinking of pets! \nMeet Chad & Jessica\, the owners of our C & J Critter Company\, and all their amazing animals!  Jessica and Chad will be showing their various creatures\, sharing information about each species\, and even give families a chance to touch or hold some of these very special animals! \nNanaimo Science will be sharing activities about animals too – kids and adults will check out X-rays of some of these animals and look at a snake shed under a microscope.  Kids can also try to build their own exoskeleton\, or enjoy other critter-related crafts! \nThis event is intended for families to take part in with adults present\, or for adults on their own!  This event is best suited for children ages 5+!
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-of-exotic-pets-with-c-j-critter-company/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220812T173054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T173316Z
UID:2218-1660816800-1660827600@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Beat the Heat: Indoor Science Drop-in at Country Club Centre
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat this summer and join Nanaimo Science for an indoor science drop-in! Thursday August 18 from 10 AM -1 PM.\nThis is a free event for children of all ages with adult/caretaker supervision.\nCome explore and build using some of our hands-on science equipment such as the wind tunnels and marble walls. We will have activities and crafts that span different areas of science. Nanaimo Science educators will be available to assist with activities and answer questions.\nLocation: Country Club Mall\, Unit 2\, next to the food court and washrooms\n\nSpecial thanks to the Country Club Center and Canada Parks and Recreation Association for making this event possible.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/beat-the-heat-indoor-science-drop-in-at-country-club-centre-3/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T191511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T191701Z
UID:2176-1660816800-1660827600@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Blue Heron Park
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs for children of all ages and their families.\nJoin Nanaimo Science educators at beautiful Blue Heron Park on August 17 and 18 between 10am and 1pm. Explore the intertidal zone\, the forest\, and learn about the ecology of our area. We will have hands-on activities\, digital microscopes\, scavenger hunts\, and more.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-blue-heron-park-2/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T191727Z
UID:2174-1660730400-1660741200@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Blue Heron Park
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs for children of all ages and their families.\nJoin Nanaimo Science educators at beautiful Blue Heron Park on August 17 and 18 between 10am and 1pm. Explore the intertidal zone\, the forest\, and learn about the ecology of our area. We will have hands-on activities\, digital microscopes\, scavenger hunts\, and more.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-blue-heron-park/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T190419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T190419Z
UID:2169-1660554000-1660921200@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Exploratory Camp - Bits & Bots
DESCRIPTION:Our newest offering of coding camp! Campers will learn programming concepts through different platforms\, including Scratch\, Micro:bits\, Edison robots\, and more!  These camps will teach the fundamentals such as variables\, loops\, conditional statements\, etc. – more advanced programmers can work at their own pace with our equipment. \nDaily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days. \n\n\n\nRequirements:\nExploratory Camps are intended for children ages 8-12 given the subject matter\, reading involved\, and duration of activities.\n\n\nNotes:\nRuns daily from 9:00-AM 3:00 PM. Families must provide their own snacks and lunches. Please read over our camp policies on our website or in the terms and conditions before completing your purchase.\n\n\nAge:\n8 – 12
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/exploratory-camp-bits-bots/
LOCATION:Island ConnectED\, 4355 Jingle Pot Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9T5P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:School Break Camps
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220814T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T190700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T190724Z
UID:2172-1660471200-1660482000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - HR MacMillan Arboertum
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs with science activities for children of all ages with their families!\nCome explore the HR MacMillan Arboretum with Nanaimo Science educators. This beautiful park hosts trees from around the world and a variety of natural spaces. We will have our digital microscopes to help explore the area\, tree ID guides\, and demonstrations of forestry equipment such as clinometers and increment borers.\nThis event is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Regional District of Nanaimo!\nLocation: 1210 Maughan Rd\, Nanaimo
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-hr-macmillan-arboertum/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T185503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T185705Z
UID:2164-1660384800-1660395600@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Departure Bay Beach
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs for children of all ages and their families.\nNanaimo Science will be back at Departure Bay Beach to explore microscopic things! We will be set up August 10\, 12\, 13 (check specific times in each event). Explore the beach and use our digital microscopes to look at your finds\, learn about plankton\, and other educational hands-on activities.\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-departure-bay-beach-2/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T185348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T185409Z
UID:2162-1660309200-1660320000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Departure Bay Beach (Afternoon session!)
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs for children of all ages and their families.\nNanaimo Science will be back at Departure Bay Beach to explore microscopic things! We will be set up August 10\, 12\, 13 (check specific times in each event). Explore the beach and use our digital microscopes to look at your finds\, learn about plankton\, and other educational hands-on activities.\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-departure-bay-beach-afternoon-session/
CATEGORIES:Free
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T183047Z
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SUMMARY:Beat the Heat: Indoor Science Drop-in at Country Club Centre
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat this summer and join Nanaimo Science for an indoor science drop-in! Thursday August 11 from 10 AM -1 PM.\nThis is a free event for children of all ages with adult/caretaker supervision.\nCome explore and build using some of our hands-on science equipment such as the wind tunnels and marble walls. We will have activities and crafts that span different areas of science. Nanaimo Science educators will be available to assist with activities and answer questions.\nLocation: Country Club Mall\, Unit 2\, next to the food court and washrooms\n\nSpecial thanks to the Country Club Center and Canada Parks and Recreation Association for making this event possible.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/beat-the-heat-indoor-science-drop-in-at-country-club-centre-2/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220810T130000
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SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Departure Bay Beach
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs for children of all ages and their families.\nNanaimo Science will be back at Departure Bay Beach to explore microscopic things! We will be set up August 10\, 12\, 13 (check specific times in each event). Explore the beach and use our digital microscopes to look at your finds\, learn about plankton\, and other educational hands-on activities.\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-departure-bay-beach/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T183433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T184106Z
UID:2146-1659949200-1660316400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Daily Camps - Super Space!
DESCRIPTION:August 8-12\, 2022:  Super Space! \nJoin us for a day\, a few days\, or the full week!  This week’s theme is “Super Space”. Kids will learn about our solar system\, constellations\, and phases of the moon. They’ll explore the International Space Station and work on building a model of the Canadarm! \nDaily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days. \nFamilies can register for whichever days they need  – content will be related\, but not carried-over or repeated during this week! \n\n\n\nNotes:\nRuns daily from 9:00-AM 3:00 PM. Families must provide their own snacks and lunches. Please read over our camp policies on our website or in the terms and conditions before completing your purchase.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/daily-camps-creepy-crawly-critters-2/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Science “Lab”
CATEGORIES:School Break Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T184908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T185817Z
UID:2156-1659693600-1659877200@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Science in the Park - Mount Benson Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Science in the Park are free drop-in programs with science activities for children of all ages with their families!\nJoin us at the Mount Benson Parking lot (2770 Benson View Rd) from 10am-1pm on August 5\, 6\, and 7. Nanaimo Science educators will be ready to talk about birds and guide you through educational activities. We will have crafts for children and youth\, scavenger hunts as you explore the trails in the park\, and can assist in identifying the huge variety of birds found in Nanaimo.\n\nThis program is possible because of the support from the Regional District of Nanaimo
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/science-in-the-park-mount-benson-trailhead/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T182950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T184654Z
UID:2140-1659607200-1659618000@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Beat the Heat: Indoor Science Drop-in at Country Club Centre
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat this summer and join Nanaimo Science for an indoor science drop-in! Thursday August 4 from 10 AM -1 PM.\nThis is a free event for children of all ages with adult/caretaker supervision.\nCome explore and build using some of our hands-on science equipment such as the wind tunnels and marble walls. We will have activities and crafts that span different areas of science. Nanaimo Science educators will be available to assist with activities and answer questions.\nLocation: Country Club Mall\, Unit 2\, next to the food court and washrooms\n\nSpecial thanks to the Country Club Center and Canada Parks and Recreation Association for making this event possible.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/beat-the-heat-indoor-science-drop-in-at-country-club-centre/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220801T183305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T183305Z
UID:2144-1659430800-1659711600@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:Daily Camps - Creepy Crawly Critters
DESCRIPTION:August 2 – 5\, 2022: Creepy Crawly Critters \nJoin us for a day\, a few days\, or the full week!  This week’s theme is “Creepy Crawly Critters”. We will be exploring the Kingdom of Animals!  Learn about all sorts of creatures\, including insects\, birds\, mammals\, and more!   Campers will enjoy crafts to help attract pollinators\, and explore animal adaptations. \nDaily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days. \nFamilies can register for whichever days they need  – content will be related\, but not carried-over or repeated during this week! \n\n\n\nNotes:\nRuns daily from 9:00-AM 3:00 PM. Families must provide their own snacks and lunches. Please read over our camp policies on our website or in the terms and conditions before completing your purchase.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/daily-camps-creepy-crawly-critters/
CATEGORIES:School Break Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022812
CREATED:20220529T222548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T222548Z
UID:2058-1656925200-1657292400@nanaimoscience.org
SUMMARY:All Ages (July 4-8) "LEGO Robotics"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an amazing time filled with building\, coding\, and having fun! \nCampers will begin with LEGO WeDo sets to learn the basics of LEGO Robotics\, then graduate to Extension or Boost sets. \nExperienced LEGO builders (children who have completed LEGO camps with us in the past) may begin at the Boost or Mindstorms levels. \nDaily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days.
URL:https://nanaimoscience.org/event/all-ages-july-4-8-lego-robotics/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Science\, 3200 North Island Highway\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9T 1W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:School Break Camps
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