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Science Scavenger Hunt with Steve Sherman | Public | Online
OnlineJoin international edutainer Steve Sherman, Chief Imagination Officer of livingmaths.com, in this whacky and wild science scavenger hunt. Fast paced and action-packed, Steve will keep you on your toes as you endure brain teasers, physical challenges, games and activities in a bid to be crowned the South Easts Smartest Science Scavengers!
Smash Your Goals! with Mark the Science Guy | Family | Waterford
Theatre RoyalDuring the Sunday Fun Day, Scientist and TV star, Mark the Science Guy, from RTE's award-winning science series, 'Let's Find Out', will host an interactive, fun-filled, energetic display of your favourite experiments and demonstrations from the hit show. Hilarious, spontaneous, outrageous! Join Mark on a scientific adventure as you discover humans' true superpower, Science!
Bubbly Science with Caroline Ainslie | Family | Waterford
Theatre RoyalRiddle me this – why does our breath blow up a balloon silently, but a loud POP is heard when the balloon bursts? Our breath can also transport bubbles - what incredible creatures we are! Bubbly Scientist Caroline explores balloons, breath and bubbles in this colourful show for families, children and everybody else. Bring your ear defenders - balloons WILL pop in this show, but which is louder and why?
2001: A Space Odyssey & Panel Discussion | Public | Waterford
Garter LaneKubricks 1968 Sci-Fi classic was nominated for 4 Academy Awards winning the award for best visual effects. Polarising critical appraisals of the movie range from those who saw its themes as darkly apocalyptical, to those who rendered them optimistic and hopeful. This screening of 2001: A Space Odyssey complements the 2023 Science Festival sharply, as debate and discussion about the benefits and threats posed by Artifical Intelligence continue to intensify. A discussion follows the screening.
Tour and Talk: The Museum of the Irish Wake | Public | Waterford
Irish Wake Museum Waterford, Waterford, IrelandBeginning with a unique audio-visual experience, visitors are taken on a fascinating journey, where the themes of life and death are explored within an intimate space, in order to gain a true understanding of a Wake’s unique customs.
Tour and Talk: The Museum of the Irish Wake | Public | Waterford
Irish Wake Museum Waterford, Waterford, IrelandBeginning with a unique audio-visual experience, visitors are taken on a fascinating journey, where the themes of life and death are explored within an intimate space, in order to gain a true understanding of a Wake’s unique customs.
Brain Gym Drama Workshop with Joanne Donohoe | Family | Carlow
St. Catherines CSC Saint Joseph's road, Carlow, Carlow, Ireland[FULLY BOOKED]. In this dynamic workshop we explore the plasticity of the brain while celebrating the positive mental effects of fun, laughter and social interaction. A vibrant exploration of the human supercomputer where science and art converge to illuminate the powerful effects of play, humor and human connection on our neural pathways.
Living a Life full of Vitality with Dr. Mark Rowe | Public | Waterford
SETU WaterfordJoin Dr Mark Rowe for Science Week as he explores what it means to be really human. How despite all the changes in the modern world, that on the inside we have changed very little over millennia. Learn the interconnected elements that contribute to your everyday lives and explore the fascinating frontiers of mind body medicine.
First Responders :The Science of Preserving Life | Public | Carlow
Carlow College St Patricks College Street, Carlow, Carlow, IrelandCarlow First Responders comprises volunteers whose services are the first line of defence between a patients chances of living and dying in an emergency. This presentation highlights the work of the CFRs. The science behind keeping someone alive until medical personnel arrive is explained, and interactive demonstrations will allow participants to practice CPR and compressions and measure their efficacy.
STEM Story & Rhyme time | Family | Waterford
Ardkeen LibraryThe Ardkeen Library team are looking out for the little people in this STEM story and rhyme session where the world of Science is explored through stories, colouring, rhyme and song. Preschoolers and their guardians are welcome to take part in this delightful event.
Arts and Science Workshop with Orla Bates | Family | Carlow
Carlow Library TULLOW STREET, Carlow, Carlow, Ireland[FULLY BOOKED] Órla offers engaging, hands-on workshops and projects that link nature, art, and creativity. The workshops explore biodiversity in the local environment to stimulate curiosity and creativity through art and science. The workshops feature a range of art making and outdoor activities, with a fun, cross curricular approach to learning about Ireland’s natural heritage.
Foraging Walk with Denis | Family | Greenway
Greenway car park - Carriganore Waterford, IrelandA walk along the Waterford Greenway towards Mount Congreve looking at some of the plants that grow along it and discovering which ones are edible, what parts of them can be used as food and when to harvest them. Some samples of wild food products will be shown.