As some of you know though I am no science buff, I do love our local attraction dedicated to teaching our kids about all things science. Why yes, I am talking about Sci-Quest, Hands on Science Center. How IS this possible you may ask? Because Sci-Quest isn’t the boring classroom science I dreaded during my elementary school years. Oh no! Sci-Quest makes science, and learning in general, fun.

One of my favorite things about Sci-Quest is their ability to take the holidays and bring science into them. And this holiday season is no exception! They’ve got all kinds of great events planned for children starting as young as age three. And we at Our Valley Events like Sci-Quest so much that we’re giving away a family four pack of tickets to the Santa’s Science Workshop on December 22nd! Enter at the end of the post.

winter break camps

Spend your winter break with Sci-Quest as we explore the science of all things cool! Can’t come all week? Don’t worry, we offer a variety of different scheduling options to work with your schedule. Choose one class, one day or all week, it’s up to you!

Dates: Dec. 26 – 28, 2012

Times:

• Morning Session: 9 a.m. to Noon
• Afternoon Session: 1 to 4 p.m.
• Early drop off and late pick up available.

Cost: $20 per session

Best for: Grades K-5

Camp Sessions:

Grades K-2

• Snow Day: 12/26/2012
• Frosty and Friends: 12/26/2012
• Sled into Science: 12/27/2012
• Popsicle Paradise: 12/27/2012
• Science in Toyland: 12/28/2012
• Ice Age: 12/28/2012

Grades 3-5

• Frozen Planets: 12/26/2012
• Extreme Temperatures: 12/26/2012
• Wild Winter Weather: 12/27/2012
• New Years Know How: 12/27/2012
• Tinker with Light: 12/28/2012
• Crystal Chemistry: 12/28/2012

Sprouting scientists

The weather outside might be frightful, but inside we’ll be dashing through the snow as we explore seasonal science. Join us as we transform Sci-Quest into a winter wonderland.

Dates: 12/11/2012 and 12/18/2012, times vary

Cost: $7 or $8, depending on the class

Sessions:

• Gingerbread Fun (Ages 4-5) – 12/11/2012
• Make & Take Toys (Ages 2-3) – 12/18/2012
• Make & Take Toys (Ages 4-5) – 12/18/2012

Parent’s night out

Need to finish some last minute shopping without the kids? Then sign them up for Parents’ Night Out while you finish your shopping list or just relax! Your children will play with our hands-on exhibits, watch a movie, have dinner and make science-themed presents for their friends and family!

Date: 12/21/2012

Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Cost: $20.00 for the first child and $15 for each additional child

Santa’s science workshop

Santa is busy getting ready for the holiday season, but he and his elves are taking time to show Sci-Quest families the science behind toy making! Join us as we take apart and tinker with all sorts of toys and discover some science along the way. All visitors will make several take home projects that will be great presents for friends and family and Mrs. Claus will even be on hand to help decorate cookies. It’s sure to be a holly jolly good time!

Date: Saturday, December 22, 2012

Time: 10am – 3pm

Cost: $1 plus general admission

New Year’s Eve at Noon

Ring-a-ling-a-ling! 2013 here we come!

Join us for a rockin’ fun-filled New Year’s Eve party with all of the traditions of a grown-up celebration made child friendly at Sci-Quest. Traditions include the passage of time – an important understanding for children – so let’s ring in the New Year with sparkly art projects and all kinds of science fun! At Noon, enjoy an apple juice toast and make hats and shakers. It’s a great way for your family to enjoy New Year’s festivities all before bedtime!

Date: Monday, December 31, 2012

Time: 10 a.m. – Noon

Cost: Event is included with general admission

Giveaway

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102 D Wynn Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35805
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