Spiff Up Scheduled; Construction Begins
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WonderLab will be closed
Sunday August 12, through Thursday August 23, 2018
for annual spiff up, renovation, and construction.
Phase one construction will begin for Science Sprouts Place, the dedicated gallery area for scientists birth through age three and their caregivers. Work includes major renovations to the current bubble room, the future site of Science Sprouts Place. The Science Sprouts Place exhibit area is scheduled to open late 2019. Major funding for Science Sprouts Place provided by: Andrew Bacher, Brabson Foundation,Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, Duke Energy Foundation, ONB Foundation, WonderLab Board of Directors, and Tichenor Foundation.
You will also see transformation to the second floor, where space formerly occupied by a hot air balloon exhibit will be captured for additional exhibit space.
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Staff will also be working hard to improve the museum exhibits, public spaces and offices. Thank you for your patience!
The museum will reopen on Friday August 24th at 9 a.m. with regularly scheduled programming.
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Science Night Out: Tickets on Sale Now!
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Get your tickets now for WonderLab's annual gala fundraiser
Science Night Out: Magnified on Saturday, September 15 from 6-9 p.m.
This elegant and eye-opening evening affair featuring hands-on science fun, cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions, entertainment, and more at the Monroe Convention Center in Bloomington, Indiana.
Evening includes plated dinner, hands-on science activities, libations wall, silent and live auctions, featured speakers, raffle, and more.
Tickets $100 per person or $740 per table of eight.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Proceeds benefit WonderLab’s educational programs, science exhibits, and accessibility initiatives.
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One night only:
Saturday, August 25, 6-9 p.m.
WonderLab is proud to present:
After Dark: Art in Bloom
- A celebration
,
fusing Bloomington's signature enthusiasm for art and science into a spectacular evening event. Visitors are invited to explore unique aspects of the Bloomington science and art scenes and celebrate the ways in which these creative industries intersect.
Meet, play, and interact with local artists:
- Meg Lagodzki, painter
- Mary Hoedeman Coniaris, dance
- Scott Russell Sanders, writing
- Katy Borner, robotic sculpture
- ...and more!
Treats from The Hive included in the ticket price. Libations available for purchase from Bloomington Brew Pub, Oddball Fermentables and Friendly Beasts.
Purchase advance tickets
: $15 members / $18 nonmembers. Day of tickets at the door $20. Guests must be 21+ years.
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BubbleFest Returns to WonderLab
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Get ready for sensational soapy science during the return of WonderLab’s ICONIC:
BubbleFest at the WonderLab.
Labor Day Weekend
1-4 p.m.
daily:
Saturday, Sept. 1, Sunday, Sept. 2,
and
Monday, Sept. 3.
Immerse yourself in the
world of hands-on bubble science. Experience the Giant Body Bubble, work as a Bubble Engineer, create Billowing Bubble Sculptures and more.
Re-live this popular event and celebrate what has been awesome about WonderLab from the beginning - hands-on science learning that is engaging and enchanting for people of all ages.
Free with museum admission.
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Early Childhood Education at WonderLab
WonderLab's programs for young scientists are designed and facilitated by early childhood specialists and involve hands-on exploration, live music, body movement, and a commitment to accurate science!
August
Topic: Botany
Science Sprouts:
Wednesdays
at 4:15 p.m. and Thursdays at 9:15 and 10 a.m
. - Age 3 and under - Ticketed but free with admission.
admission.
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Dive Deeper - Sundays at 2 p.m. and Wednesdays at 5 p.m.
Coral are one of the most resilient organisms on the planet. Why? They have a bazillion ways to propagate. They can bud, through pedal laceration, fission and sexual reproduction that follows the lunar cycle! Why does it do this? How are they able to do this? Learn these answers and more at Dive Deeper! All Dive Deeper sessions include a live feeding.
August Topic
:
Success of Coral: Reproduction
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NEW!
Wonders of Nature - Saturdays from 2 - 2:45 p.m.
Outdoor science for the entire family.
Ticketed but free with admission. Rain or shine.
Cancellation dependent upon storms.
- August 4 - Trees
- August 11 - Soil and Compost
- August 25 - Science Surprise!
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STEM Sundays - Sundays from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Free, drop-in, challenge-based experiences for the entire family. Projects are “easy entry” for all ages, meaning that specialized skills are not needed. Children as young as kindergarten can participate.
STEM Sundays
a
re sponsored by
Cook Medical
and
CFC Properties.
- August 5 - Rockin' Roller Coaster
- August 26 - Innovate!
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Hands-on Chemistry Day: Catalysts and Light - Saturday, August 4
from 1-4 p.m.
Glowing wires! Colorful solutions! Active molecules! Join Indiana University scientists as they explore the chemical world of cause and effect. Perfect for elementary school aged children and their families.
Free with museum admission.
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August 12-23 - Museum Closed
WonderLab is closed for our annual Spiff Up days and renovation work Sunday August 12, 2018 through Thursday August 23, 2018.
Thank you for your patience as we work to improve the museum!
During this time watch WonderLab social media for special video broadcasts of three beloved programs:
Wonders of Nature, Science Sprouts, and STEM Sunday.
The museum will reopen on
Friday August 24th at 9 a.m.
with regularly scheduled programming.
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WonderLab After Dark: Art in Bloom - Friday, August 25 from 6-9 p.m.
Explore unique aspects of the Bloomington science and art scenes and celebrate the ways in which these creative industries intersect.
Purchase advance tickets:
$15 members / $18 nonmembers. Day of tickets at the door $20.
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September 1, 2, & 3 Labor Day Weekend - 1-4 p.m. Daily
Immerse yourself in the world of hands-on bubble science. Experience the Giant Body Bubble, work as a Bubble Engineer, create
Billowing Bubble Sculptures and more.
Free with museum admission.
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Open on Labor Day - Monday, September 3
Museum Open for special holiday hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Come explore with us!
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Just Around the Corner and Other News
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Save the Date
Science is always in the works at WonderLab. Stay tuned to wonderlab.org and WonderLab social media for the most up-to-date information about upcoming programs and events.
September 15 -
Science Night Out: Magnified! - The Annual WonderLab Gala
October - Chemistry Month!
A whole month celebrating all things chemistry!
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October 13
- Girl Scouts Tech-expert
October 20
- WonderLab After Dark
November 16 -
Night at the Museum: Animals
November 17 -
Girl Scouts: Sherlock Scouts
November 22 - Museum Closed for Thanksgiving
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Thank you, WonderCamp Food Donors!
WonderLab thanks the generous food donors who provided sustenance to our 2018 WonderCamp: Lucky's Market, Pizza X, AMC Bloomington 12, Blondie's Cookies, Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches, and Potbelly Sandwich Shop.
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WonderLab Membership Moment
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WonderPerks: Green Camino Composting
Made Convenient
Instead of sending your food scraps to the landfill where they produce greenhouse gases, there’s a better way! Green Camino curbside pickup provides a convenient way for you to recover valuable organic resources locally, reduce emissions, and build a more sustainable community. Learn more at
greencaminocompost.com
.
Save money and the planet!
We’re celebrating our first year of business by offering $18 off your first month of service.
Sign up for
Green Camino curbside pickup
and choose from weekly or biweekly collection, and monthly or annual subscriptions. Offer available only to WonderLab Members and only on
curbside pickup subscriptions
.
Use coupon code
GreenWonder
when you
subscribe here
.
Coupon expires August 31, 2018.
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Thank you for supporting WonderLab
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We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt thank you to the individual donors and households who supported WonderLab's spring fundraising campaign for museum accessibility. Because of your generous contributions, we achieved our $15,000 fundraising goal for
Connecting to the Community
and
STEM Starters
exhibits, allowing us to claim 100% of the match from our anonymous donor this month! Visit
Wonderlab.org
to read about the Wonder-ful initiatives supported by the Spring Campaign and find ways to support WonderLab's educational programs and exciting exhibits!
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Major Support for WonderLab Provided by:
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WonderLab Board of Directors:
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Karen Howe Fernandez, President
Elizabeth Raff, Vice President
Brandon O’Leary, Treasurer
Ashley Johnson-Wilcoxon, Secretary
Mike Baker
Andy Cron
Jacob Farmer
Mark Franklin
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Greg Humphrey
Alison Polley
David Quick
Ken Roberts
Timothy M. Steiner, M.D.
Crystal Taylor-Baker
Rick Van Kooten
John West
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WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology
Building curious and creative problem solvers inspired by the wonder of science
who will build a better future for themselves and our world.
Gallery and Gift Store Hours
Tues - Thurs 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Sun. 1- 5 p.m. Closed Mon.
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LabNotes is the monthly publication of information, events and programs from
WonderLab Museum of Science Health and Technology
. LabNotes is distributed digitally at the beginning of each month to members, donors, and subscribers. To request a paper copy send mailing information to:
LabNotes Paper Copy
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