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  Volcanoes
  
  Volcanoes [IMAX]
  
  The Fires of Creation
  
  Earth is a planet born of fire. For billions of years, volcanoes have helped create the world we know. From the continents to the air we breathe and even life itself, all have their origins in fire. These processes have created extraordinary...
  
  Pandas
  
  Pandas [IMAX]
  
  Pandas are beloved around the world, and now they’re coming to the Fleet's Heikoff Giant Dome Theater in the IMAX® original film Pandas. This breathtaking documentary adventure is an amazing experience for the whole family. Narrated by Kristen Bell ("...
  
  Great Barrier Reef
  
  Great Barrier Reef [IMAX]
  
  Grab your mask and snorkel and come on an unforgettable adventure! Great Barrier Reef captures the natural beauty of the world’s largest living wonder and introduces us to the visionaries and citizen scientists who are helping us better understand this...
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- Exhibitions
  Discover Exoplanets
  
  Discover Exoplanets
  
  The Search for Alien Worlds
  
  Discover Exoplanets: The Search for Alien Worlds is a national traveling exhibition exploring the fascinating world of space and astronomy. It covers topics such as the search for habitable worlds beyond our solar system and how NASA scientists are...
  
  MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition
  
  MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition
  
  Put Myths to the Test!
  
  Does toast always land butter-side down? What keeps you drier: running in the rain or walking through it? Can you really pull a tablecloth off of a fully set table without disturbing a dish? In this amazing hands-on exhibition, you can put these myths to...
  
  Don't Try This at Home!
  
  Don't Try This at Home!
  
  Live science shows at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily
  
  Please note that on Friday, October 12 there will be one show that day at 2:30 PM We apologize for any inconvenience. Don't Try This at Home is back, in its home, at the Fleet Science Center with a series of live shows that explore science that's too...
  Permanent Exhibitions
  The Fleet has multiple exhibitions on permanent display.
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- Events
  Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®
  
  Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®
  
  50 Scientists. 25 Bars. One Night. All Over San Diego County. What sounds like the beginning of a rather bad joke is actually a fun community program by the Fleet Science Center. During Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®, local scientists will enjoy...
  
  Autism Accessibility Mornings at the Fleet
  
  Autism Accessibility Mornings at the Fleet
  
  The third Saturday of every month, early access to galleries 9-10 a.m. IMAX showing at 10 a.m. The Fleet invites the Autism Spectrum Community to enjoy our museum through this special opportunity. Adults and families with children with autism can enjoy...
  
  Junior Science Club
  
  Junior Science Club
  
  Join us on the third Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. Sessions will be filled with new challenges, hands-on activities and interaction with local scientists. Throughout the year, we will explore an array of fields including...
  
  Exclusive Lecture and VR Experience
  
  Exclusive Lecture and VR Experience
  
  Eschermatics with Sir Roger Penrose, Mathematical Physicist from Oxford University
  
  Roger Penrose’s work has ranged across many aspects of mathematics and its applications, from his influential work on gravitational collapse to his work on quantum mechanics and general relativity. Roger has long had an interest in and influence on the...
  
  Winter Science Camps
  
  Winter Science Camps
  
  Registration is now open! Looking for something exciting, fun and educational this winter break? The Fleet offers full-day camps in winter for kids in grades 1–3. The camps take place at the Science Center, and are designed to include fun, educational...
  
  Exploring Ethics
  
  Exploring Ethics
  
  In conjunction with the Center for Ethics in Science and Technology, the Fleet Science Center welcomes guests to encounter science from an ethical viewpoint. Held on the first Wednesday of the month, from October through June, this ongoing series brings...
  
  Educator Workshops
  
  Educator Workshops
  
  For teachers, after-school providers and informal educators
  
  Upcoming Events Workshop Catalog Teacher Partner Program E-Newsletter Educator Workshops The Fleet Inquiry Institute is the educator professional development arm of the Fleet Science Center’s Education Department. For additional...
  
  The Sky Tonight
  
  The Sky Tonight
  
  Monthly Astronomer-Led Planetarium Show
  
  */ Join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. or 8:15 p.m. for a tour of the solar system narrated by the Fleet’s astronomer. Journey through the cosmos with us as we explore a new topic each month. For optimal viewing, each show is...
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52 Weeks of Science–Barrio Logan

Big changes taking place in Barrio Logan!

We are excited to partner with the Barrio Logan College Institute, the Logan Heights Branch Library and many local businesses to continue to bring you 52 Weeks of Science! We are hard at work developing a program that is by and for the community.

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December 2018

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		Ocean Series: Exploring Kelp Forest Ocean Series: Exploring Kelp Forest Tuesday, December 4, 2018 4–7 p.m. Logan Heights Branch Library 567 S 28th St., San Diego, CA 92113 Delve into the underwater ecosystem of San Diego’s kelp forest as you learn about algae and other incredible organisms. Interactive “creature features” will highlight a variety of marine creatures, including invertebrates, fish and sharks. Students will apply what they learn about marine biology as they create an art project using watercolor pencils. Register Here(link is external) Level: Middle School (6th – 8th Grade) 4–7 p.m. Logan Heights Branch Library 567 S 28th St., San Diego, CA 92113
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		Molecool Tuesday w/AWIS – Science Girls Club Molecool Tuesday w/AWIS – Science Girls Club Tuesday, December 11, 2018 4:30–6 p.m. Logan Heights Branch Library 567 S 28th St., San Diego, CA 92113 The Association of Women in Science invites young girls to channel their inner scientist in this interactive workshop about DNA manipulation. This hands-on event will include activities, DNA extraction, learning about cutting DNA with nucleases (restriction enzymes, Cas9,) pipetting and using electrophoresis to sort DNA by size. Sound complicated? Not to worry, we will make the learning fun! Sign up at the Logan Heights Library and join us for first of a two-part series. Space is limited, please sign up at the Logan Library. 4:30–6 p.m. Logan Heights Branch Library 567 S 28th St., San Diego, CA 92113
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