Discovery Center
IMAGINE Quarterly Newsletter
Summer 2013 • Volume 14 • Issue 2
NEW Online Registration! visit DiscoveryCenter.org Costume Contests Individual & Team Can you make your bike glow in the dark?
Pancakes! Pancakes! Pancakes! Courtesy of Village Inn
Win the New Moon Traveling Trophy Awarded to Ferrell Duncan Clinic two years in a row!
Live Music The Third Degree
Become A Sponsor!
10th Anniversary
August 24 2013 Moonlight Bike Ride is back! Discovery Center is excited to be planning the 10th Anniversary Moonlight Bike Ride. This event has become one of the most popular summer time events. The fun begins and ends in the parking lot.
Benefiting Discovery Center Many activities are planned, with prizes awarded for best costumes for individual & team categories. Also, the “New Moon” traveling team trophy will be awarded to largest team!
Sponsorship opportunities available for 2013. For more information & to register visit discoverycenter.org or call Charlotte at 417-862-9910 x713.
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10th Anniversary
Benefiting Discovery Center
August 24 2013 Cost & Registration Pre-registration: before August 23, 2013 $20 adult (age 16+) $15 youth (age 3 -15) On-site Registration: August 24, 2013 $25 adult (age 16 +) $20 youth (age 3 -15) Costume & Team Contests Prizes given to best individual and team costumes. The "New Moon" traveling trophy will be awarded to the team with the largest number of participants.
Convenient Ways To Register Mail: 438 E St Louis St • SPF MO 65806 Phone: 417.862.9910 x706 Online: DiscoveryCenter.org On-site: Night of Ride
Key Times 7:00-8:15pm On-site registration & party in parking lot! 8:30pm Ride begins!
Early Bird Giveaways! First 100 participants without a headlight will receive a FREE light courtesy of Sunshine Bike Shop. First 200 registrants get a FREE T-shirt!
Bring Helmet & Headlight All night riders must use a working headlight and reflectors. Headlights are required. Helmets are mandatory for this ride, and the use of reflective clothing is recommended. All bicycle traffic laws must be observed.
Ride Length Choose from 7mile or 14 mile ride!
One Form per person
Registration Form
WAIVER: I know that bicycling is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. I assume all risks associated with participating in this event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, effects of weather including moisture, high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions of the road, sidewalks, and bike trails, all such risks being well known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of you accepting my entry, I for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release Discovery Center of Springfield, the City of Springfield, all officials, representatives and volunteers, other sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event. I relinquish to Discovery Center of Springfield, all local media and all of the forgoing right to use any photographs, motion picture, videotape recording and any other record of this event for any legitimate or commercial purpose.
Signature /Parent or Guardian’s signature for participant under 18 years of age Print Name
Date
Team Name
Address, City, State, Zip
Phone Registration Entry Fees One Form per person. Participant Pre-Registration
Email Address q Yes! I would like to receive info about upcoming Discovery Center events. q Light Needed q T-Shirt Size ________ (size request cannot be guaranteed) Registration Night of Ride
Adults ________ (age 16+) x $20 = $_____________ $25 = $____________ Youth ________ (age 3–15) x $15 = $_____________ $20 = $___________
Total Amount Paid (No Refunds) $____________
Method of Payment no refunds on registration or merchandise. q Cash q Check # ___________ q Credit Card # ______________________________________ Make checks payable to: Discovery Center. To pay by credit card please call Guest Services at 417 862-9910 x706.
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2013–2014 Workshops
NewS
Summer • Robot • Dissection • Makers
Summer of Science Workshops • • • •
June–August Outdoor Science Adventures Chemistry, Rockets & More!!!! NEW Fast & Easy Online Registration!
Parent/Child Workshops! Explore Together! August 31 Robot • 14 in 1 solar robot kit • ages 8+ • material cost $25
September 28 Dissection • Cow eye & sheep brain • ages 7+ • material cost $15
October 19 Makers • Dr. Frankenstein’s toybox • ages 6+ • material cost $10
I’ve been very impressed with the program. He’s learning and having an incredible time. I like the mixture of structure and choice learning and the safe environment. –Satisfied Parent
25
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plus the cost of materials
30 Non-Member plus the cost
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of materials
Times: 10am–12pm or 1-3pm. Pre-registration & pre-payment required. Non-members can stay and play for an additional $7 per person.
For more information please visit DiscoveryCenter.org, call Guest Services 862.9910 x706
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Kids Entrepreneurial Workshop Thursday July 11 6:30-8pm • Discovery Center Children 3rd-6th grade bring a parent & join us for dinner & learn more about how to market a product or idea & make some $$$. Great Game of Business will share ideas on how the business world works. Then take your idea and be part of DCS Kids Market on Saturday July 20th from 10am-2pm. Cost Members $25 per child/parent duo Non-members $30 (includes Kids market). Sponsored by Great Game of Business. Local organization, The Great Game of Business, Inc. teaches open-book management to businesses all over the world who want to help turn all of their employees into entrepreneurs who understand how business works. Pre-registration/payment required. Contact Guest Services at 862-9910 x706.
Science Café
Thursday July 18 6-8pm FREE • Farmer’s Gastropub (431 S. Jefferson Ave)
Someone once said “You can do math without science, but you can’t do science without math!” Come experience a Science Café that demonstrates the truth of this statement! Mathematics is the language of science and provides the tools for us to reason, think about the world and solve problems. Join us as Thom Hutchison shares a glimpse into how numbers came to be in human thought and language, what they are, their place in mathematics as a whole and how the tools of mathematics allow us to do science! Seating is limited. First come, first served. Food and beverage service available.
Calling all kids age 3rd–6th grade who want to be entrepreneurs!
Kids Market
Saturday, July, 20 10am -2pm At Discovery Center
It’s not business as usual at Discovery Center of Springfield these days. DCS is looking for kids to be part of our DCS Marketplace Saturday, July 20, 10am–2 pm. Come sell or shop till you drop at the DCS Marketplace run by kids for kids! Come sell your gently used items, homemade crafts (no food or drinks), or even a talent! DCS Marketplace will give you the opportunity to see what it is like to run your own business and make money. Registration is $10 and includes admission to the Center for 2 people. Adult must accompany the child all day. For more information & registration visit DiscoveryCenter.org or contact Charlotte McCoy at 417-862-9910 x713 for the opportunity to make money and share your talent.
Back to School Bash Saturday August 24 10am-2pm At Discovery Center You are bound to have a “blast” at our Back to School Bash! Learn about science while having fun with traditional carnival games. Shoot a rocket through the hoops at the Rocket Blast; try your hand at Chuck a Duck; Ready, Aim, Fire shoots a blast of water at your target. What is your prize going to be at the Balloon Bust? Special presentations may look like magic, but they are science! All this extra fun at no extra cost! Donate school supplies to the Salvation Army and DCS members will receive free admission passes. Non-members BOGO admission pass. 4
Special Events
Future
Exploratory Lab: Math Adventures Summer Hours Center OPEN every day! Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm Friday-Saturday: 9am-6pm Sunday- 1pm-5pm
June
Summer of Science Workshops Begin NEW –Now Register Online! Classes still open – hurry they fill up fast! Volunteer Training 4-6pm Do you know someone looking for a community service venture? Call 862.9910 x709. Liberty Bank Day 9am-6pm Learn about money & investing ask a Liberty Bank representative at Discovery Center, 10am-4pm.
Exploratory Lab: Math Adventures Fireworks at the Field 3-8:30pm DCS is a part of Fireworks at the Field visit itsalldowntown.com
Exploratory Lab: Long, Long Ago-Dinosaurs Fall/Winter Hours Monday Tuesday–Thursday Friday–Saturday Sunday
july
Kids Entrepreneurial Workshop 6:30pm Pre-registration required Community Blood Drive 2:30-5:30pm In DCS Parking lot
Science Cafe 6-8pm Farmer’s Gastropub Math–The language of Science
August
Exploratory Lab: Musical Science! Free Wheelin Friday Sponsored by Interpreter’s Coalition. A Field trip for classroom teachers! Back To School Bash 10am-2pm Bring a school supply receive admission to center 10th Annual Moonlight Bike Ride Party starts at 7pm! Robot Workshop 10am-12pm or 1-3pm 14 in 1 solar robot kit • Ages 8+ Pre-registration & pre-payment required. (page 3)
Volunteer Training 4-6 pm
Bubble Fest 10am-2pm
September
Kids Market Place 10am-2pm General public come shop! Know any youngsters who have items to sell?
Closed 9am-5pm 9am-6pm 1pm-5pm
Uganda Orphans Choir 1pm Last Day of Moneyville 1-5pm
Science Sprouts 9am-6pm Story times 10am & 1pm
Center will be closed Will reopen Saturday, September, 28th
Dissection Workshop 10am-12pm or 1-3pm Cow Eye & Sheep Brain. ages 7+ Pre-registration & pre-payment required. (page 3) 5
Check Presentation From: Greene County Medical Society Alliance for “Doctor’s Day” contributions.
gifts donors sponsors 03.05.13—06.05.13
Operation Donations Tim Keithly NAP Tax Credits Laura & Henry Deshazo Discovery Fund Jeff Eiserman David & Tammy Jahnke Dr. Gordon & Mrs. Marilyn Vinson McAfee In Memory of Jeanne Banning Mr. & Mrs. James Wright In Memory of Dr. Hugh Harris M.D. Brenda Logsdon The Whitlock Company Cynthia & Bob Bezanson Candace & Philip Cady Pam & J. Scott Covington Jane Crow Erin Greer Josie Herren Trellis Howell Lisa McWilliams -Cox Occupational Medicine Joan Mechetti Susan & Jay Milne Nila Nelson Candy & Jim Trogolo Patricia & Bob Wheeler Natalie & Bill Witty Doris & Leo Wyrsch
New Summer Exhibit Grand Opening
Capital Donations Sustain Our Science Brooke & Tim O’Reilly Mary Kay & Kenny Ross Earth Day Partnership for Sustainability Annual Appeal Renee & Brian Fogle In Honor of Emily Fox Mary Ann & Ken Herfkens Moneyville Traveling Exhibit MOST 529 Ozarks’ Coin Club Summer Of Science Workshops Paddle Party by Sara Anderson In-Kind Gifts Big O Tires Virtual Management Concepts, Inc Matt Detelich, Paul Mueller Co Springfield Engineering Co Springfield Cardinals Andy’s Frozen Custard Qdoba Mexican Grill Janet Sell – OTC Keebler Snack Foods Xerox Document Solutions Computer Recycling Center
Event sponsorship Science Café Jordan Valley Innovation Center/MSU Ted Keller
Grants Kohl’s Department Store Branson & Springfield FedEx Global Citizenship 40th Anniversary Celebration Bank of America Grant WorldWise Gallery Smith Glynn Callaway Medical Foundation Safe Kids Springfield Greene County Medical Alliance
Spy Week 417App 6
28th Annual Festival of Trees Sponsor C. W. Titus Foundation
Sponsored by
Ozarks Coin Club
May 21–Sept. 15
NEWS
Science Sprout
Early Childhood Enrichment Museum Days
Early
Childhood Enrichment
Photo by Jeff Farabee Photography
Explore the fun of science and the science of fun in a day set aside exclusively for Early Childhood learners (up to age 6). Science Sprout Days give early learners a safe, friendly environment to interact with children their own age and learning level. Come visit the Discovery Center every 3rd Friday of the month September–February. Field trips and groups are encouraged, welcomed, and easily accommodated. Doors will be open from 9am-6pm. Science Story times at 10am & 1pm, Special science demonstrations at 11am & 2pm.
Dates & Topics Sept. 20 Long, Long Ago-Dinosaurs Oct. 18 Water, Water Everywhere! Nov. 15 Exploring Space Dec. 20 Green Holidays Jan. 17 Get Food Fit! (Nutrition) Feb. 21 Meet Roy G Biv (Colors)
Get Our New interactive App FREE!! Challenge yourself with Environmental Pathyways
Interact with your mobile device while visiting. Try the scavenger hunt while exploring the center.
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Discovery Center of Springfield is an interactive, hands-on museum committed to inspiring people of all ages with a life-long love of learning and an appreciation for the world and our place in it.
Minds at
Play! Discovery Center of Springfield 438 East St. Louis, Street Springfield, MO 65806 Volume 14, Issue 2 Quarterly
Fall, Winter, & Spring Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday-Thursday: 9am-5pm Friday-Saturday: 9am-6pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm Friday-Saturday: 9am-6pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm
Staff
(417) 862-9910
Emily Fox, Executive Director Laurie Duncan, Education Director Kim Doverspike, Finance Director Sara Anderson, Distance Learning Educator Anna Neale, Guest Services Alison Pettit, Museum Manager Brian D. Zweerink, Outreach Educator Elizabeth Guillebeau, Development Director Charlotte McCoy, Marketing/Special Events Director Cathy Mulford, Administrative Associate Micah Even, Outreach Educator Robert Olson, Exhibits Technician Bridgett Wallace, Graphic Designer Ryan Hawkins, Outreach Educator Hayley Budd, Program Facilitator Shaveen Sembler, Early Childhood Educator Sara Coffman Peter Nielebock Diana Bridgeman Mark Urbanek Amy Janzen
Samantha Martin Stacey Sees Daniel Fore Zach Clapper Joshua Whalen
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Board of Directors Allen Kunkel President
Paul Satterwhite Secretary
Jeff Eiserman President Elect
Brent Singleton Treasurer
Karen Brown Shirley Collison Trevor Croley Rick German Scott Gold
Ben Hackenwerth Debbie Hart Steve Loyd Monte McNew Ron Neville
Judi Phillips Past President Andy Ross Kristi Stringer Toby Tomko Katy Tynes Mark Wood
You are our number one natural resource! To show our thanks to our volunteers, in April, we hosted the volunteer appreciation banquet. The main course was catered by Pasta Express and we appreciate their continued support. It was a night to say thank you to an incredible group of volunteers. We couldn’t do what we do without you. In 2012, Discovery Center volunteers logged 7222 hours of time here! That is what makes the difference. Thank you for all you do! Share your experiences with others. Your fall volunteer training is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11th—Thursday, September 12th. For more information on volunteering check the website or call Alison Pettit at 417-862-9910 x709 to reserve a spot.