Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Discovery Science Center Hosts Inventors Fair Summer Programming: Da Vinci - The Genius & Da Vinci Jr. Inspire a Summer of Innovation at the Cube


Santa Ana, CA (PRWEB) June 14, 2013

This summer, Taco Bell Discovery Science Center is calling all inventors and young innovators to participate in special programming and events themed around the current exhibition: Da Vinci The Genius & Da Vinci Jr. The exhibit, which is on display through September 8, 2013, is the most complete and comprehensive traveling exhibition ever created on Leonardo da Vinci.


INVENTORS WEEK | June 29 July 7

An entire week packed with activities for young learners, interactive learning stations, guest speakers and demonstrations designed to bring out the inventor in everyone. Also, guests will get to tinker around in the Inventors Workshop.


Daily Parachute Competition Visitors can participate in a daily Build Your Own Parachute competition, where the top winner each day will receive an Annual Family Membership. Basic building supplies such as a plastic bag, tape, string and a weight will be provided, but guests are welcome to bring their own materials from home too. Parachute competition guidelines available online.

Meet the Makers (June 29-30) A family-friendly festival highlighting innovation, creativity and invention in our own Orange County community. Makers consist of local crafters, inventors, engineers and tinkerers who will gather to share their unique creations and the stories behind them! From 3D printing, animatronics and laser light finger painting to mind-craft stations and a wind-tunnel, visitors will be inspired to embrace their do-it-themselves attitude.

TASTE OF ITALY: A Celebration of Leonardo da Vinci | July 27-28

Guests will be immersed in everything Italian as DSC celebrates the life of Leonardo da Vinci. Explore the world of Italian food as we present pasta and pizza cooking demonstrations, search for the best marinara sauce in Orange County, and showcase learning stations on the history of tomatoes and garlic two of Italys culinary staples.


HEALTH SCIENCE, MEDICINE AND THE HUMAN BODY: Health and Wellness Fair | August 3-4

Guests will gain new knowledge and tools through interactive activities and demonstrations to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Kids will even conquer the often daunting task of reading food and nutrition labels while engaging in a hands-on activity! Plus, visitors will find out all about the health-centric resources available in our community. Health and wellness screenings, parent development workshops, eye and hearing exams, and nutrition classes will be offered as well.

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