Entries from February 2010
Rube Goldberg Machine Contest
February 26 | 10am – 3pm Dispensing hand sanitizer isn’t very difficult but making a machine that does the same thing in twenty steps is. On February 26, fifteen high school teams will display their “hand-sanitizer dispensing” Rube Goldberg machines on Discovery World’s promenade. The challenge is all part of the Rube Goldberg Machine Contest [...]
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Ale Through The Ages: The Anthropology & Archaeology of Brewing
In a city synonymous with brewing, this adult program is intended to provide you with a deeper appreciation for the wonderful world of brewing, as well as the tools and techniques needed to brew at home. Taught by Discovery World’s staff archaeologist and home-brewing enthusiast, you’ll learn about the ancient art of brewing beer, while [...]
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Tags: beer, home brewing
Big Game XLIV Tailgate Weekend
FEB 6 & 7 | 10am-5pm | Promenade & Digital Theater | Included with General Admission The Milwaukee Iron football team takes the field at Discovery World this weekend. • Enjoy tasty tailgate faire* along with tailgate games • Prizes for the best end-zone dance • A visit from Rusty – the Milwaukee Iron mascot, [...]
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Family Program: Soda Factory
FEBRUARY 6 10:30am – Soda Factory: Don’t buy it, make it! We’ll gather the supplies and begin the process together in the labs. Learn about the science behind carbonation, and brew your own soda creations! $5 MEMBERS | $6 NON-MEMBERS Or call 414.765.8625 for Reservations. SPACE IS LIMITED.
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Tags: labs, science
Family Program: DIY: Valentine Screen Print
FEBRUARY 6 2pm – DIY: Valentine Screen Print: Learn about the history of screen printing, and design and create your own unique greetings for Valentine’s Day. $6 MEMBERS | $7 NON-MEMBERS Or call 414.765.8625 for Reservations. SPACE IS LIMITED.
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Tags: create, design
Homeschool Day: Automation and Robotics
February 10 | 9:00am – 4:00pm It’s time again! We are geared up to entertain and educate you on the exciting side of science and technology. Your family will participate in labs, shows, and other new activities with other homeschooling families. It’s a great opportunity for you to meet other parents who choose to homeschool. [...]
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Tags: labs, science, shows, technology
Badger Day
Monday, Feb 15 | 9am-4pm | Open to the General Public Are you a UW-Madison Alumni, or a fan of the Badgers? Come on down to Discovery World to celebrate Badger Day with us! Featuring a series of interactive “Whys and Wows” exhibits, provided by UW Faculty and staff, that will greet all visitors. Enjoy [...]
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Tuesday Teach-In: Women’s Self-Defense Seminar
Tues | Feb 16 & 23 | 6:30pm-8:00pm Location: Pilot House Join Grand Master Yun and his black belt instructors to learn basic self-defense techniques that will keep you safe and protected. Grand Master Yun is a 6th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. He hails from Korea and has studied the martial arts for more [...]
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Tags: martial arts, self-defense, taekwondo
Girl Scout Sleepover
FEB 26 | 7pm, Feb 26 – 7am, Feb 27 WHERE WILL YOUR ADVENTURE LEAD YOU? You’ll have Discovery World to explore all night long! Take an adventure into technology, journey into the depths of the Reiman Aquarium, and more! $35 PER GIRL SCOUT Call 414.765.8625 to Register. Interested in having a customized sleepover for [...]
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Tuesday Teach In: How To Operate Your Home
March 2 | 6:30pm-8:00pm | Pilot House Learn the “must know” and “must do” information needed to keep your home running safely and efficiently. A home is a complicated set of systems and parts, and every homeowner faces many of the same questions and concerns. This is not a fix-it seminar, but an overview of [...]
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Tuesday Teach-In: Just Fix It – The Absolute Best Repair Products
Tues | Feb 2 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm CANCELLED Location: Pilot House Learn to achieve results you never dreamed possible with Tom Feiza, Milwaukee’s “Mr. Fix-It”. Tom will help you to solve your most common fix-it problems using state-of-the-art tools and techniques. His years of hands-on experience enliven this presentation with great fix-it stories, repair [...]
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Tags: fix-it, repairs, tools