SCIENCE OF EVERYTHING
Since 2020, WESH 2 News has partnered with the Orlando Science Center to produce The Science of It, a series designed to teach people new things every week about science and technology.
Topics range from space travel to river systems, from invertebrates, to predators and prey, to teddy bears, and even the science behind fire tornados.
The partnership with WESH 2 News was developed during the COVID-19 pandemic to find new and exciting ways to reach our community while the Science Center was closed to the general public, but it carried through and has become a popular weekly segment
The Orlando Science Center YouTube (click here!), has an archive of every The Science of It segment. There are over 70 segments available online!
Notice any of your friends featured in a video? Shout out to Public Programs, KidsTown, Education, Life, and other departments for starring in various segments over the last four years
The Science of It airs live every Monday morning on WESH 2
Do you know where this photo was taken in the Science Center?
The first five people to use the QR code to submit the correct location will win an OSC pinback button!
OSC UPDATES
THE EXCHANGE: SIGN UP TO MEET UP
IDEA Council’s “The Exchange” will meet up again in August to discuss the novel Parable of the Sower by Octavia E Butler Thanks to everyone who voted for the book! The novel is set on a post-apocalyptic Earth heavily affected by climate change and social inequality
The story follows Lauren Olamina, a young woman who can feel the pain of others, as she travels north to escape the destruction of her neighborhood in Los Angeles. Lauren tries to salvage what remains of a culture that has been destroyed by drugs, disease, war, and chronic water shortages -- hoping to find salvation for all life.
“The Exchange” is an employee-led book club with the goal of bringing people together to learn something new Books for “The Exchange” feature diverse stories, authors, and illustrators
If you’d like to join us, share your availability by clicking here or accessing the QR code.
THE SCIENCE OF SOUND
Orlando Science Center received our first National Endowments for the Arts (NEA) grant this year, supporting a new program called The Science of Sound.
In partnership with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, this program will feature a live performance that demonstrations the connections between STEM and music
The interactive presentation will take place in the Digital Adventure Theater accompanied by the orchestra Adaptations of the presentation will be incorporated into future pop-up activities throughout the year
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JACOB ZIMMERMAN
Jacob’s nomination praised him for his “commitment to everyone around him” and gave examples of how he works hard to make sure people feel seen and heard, all while providing his support
“It’s not uncommon to see Jacob buzzing around the Clubhouse” during camp, all while keeping his team and colleagues in the loop and on task.
Jacob has been a big supporter of the staff and volunteers during a busy camp season, particularly during the mornings when there’s a lot going on!
His nomination said that he “takes the time to listen to people and follows-up to show he truly cares.”
Thank you, Jacob!
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JULY
ASTRONOMY MONTH
July 4
TUESDAY Fourth of July (OSC is Open)
JULY 6 & 7
SAT & SUN Bank of America Weekend
Join us as we explore the solar system and beyond, launch hands-on astronomy and engineering challenges, learn about the science of rockets, and more!
JULY 20 & 21
SAT & SUN Astro Fest
OSC Summer Camps run now through Friday, August 9! Some reminders:
The Clubhouse (Level 1) is off limits to staff and volunteers, unless on camp business. The Clubhouse (Level 1) and SDC (Level 2) restrooms are CAMPER ONLY.
Education is on Radio Channel 7, please call for either: Education - Camps or Education - Field Trips
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JourneytoSpace Apollo11
TheLastReef AmazonAdventure NationalParks
CoralReefAdventure
Availableshowsinclude: JaneGoodall-ReasonsforHope BacktotheBrink3D
Disability Pride Month happens every July to mark the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which was passed on July 26, 1990.
Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation
Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation is a tale of science, culture, and thrilling adventure.
Earth is a planet born of fire. For billions of years, volcanoes have helped forge the world we know. The story of volcanoes is the story of the planet’s creation and the story of us.
Travel across the globe with intrepid explorer Carsten Peter in this adrenalinefilled and immersive experience.
Please check the website for the most up-to-date daily theater schedule @ www.osc.org/theaters
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Love that my 8-year-old can interact with so many exhibits, and lots of nearby benches for me to take a load off Haha!
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Silly Putty was discovered in 1943 by James Wright, who mixed boric acid and silicone oil together He was attempting to discover a synthetic rubber to combat the USA’s rubber shortage during World War II.
The trademark was brought to the public in July 1952.
DID YOU KNOW?
In April 1957, the Central Florida Museum (the original name for the Orlando Science Center) hosted the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission’s traveling exhibit The Atomic World: Atoms for Peace.
The exhibit traveled between local community centers and high schools to raise funds to update the museum, which was under construction
Atoms for Peace attempted to educate the public about non-wartime uses of nuclear energy and the
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many ways the U S government proposed to incorporate nuclear science into day-to-day life
