BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Space Foundation Discovery Center - ECPv6.9.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Space Foundation Discovery Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://discoverspace.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Space Foundation Discovery Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240615T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240517T202021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T165507Z UID:10001731-1718445600-1718467200@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Galactic Adventures DESCRIPTION:RESERVE YOUR WORKSHOP SPOT NOW! Use the drop-down menu on the online tickets page to choose the correct workshop date and time for the event you want to attend. General Admission tickets must be purchased seperately. \nJoin Galactic Adventures! Design a spacesuit for intergalactic travel\, and test its durability on a mission to ‘space’! \nPartner Activity with Colorado Springs Utilities\nMeet from CS Utilities Electricians to learn about how electricity impacts our lives\, and interact with a live demonstration board! \n\n\n\n11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. Pocket Space Suit Discovery Center Educator-Led Workshops.* \n*$5.00 activity fee \n\n\n\n  \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/galactic-adventures/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Summer of Discovery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SOD_JuneWebGraphic_6-15.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240610T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240614T120000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240320T215542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T203151Z UID:10001721-1718006400-1718366400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Explore Space Experience: Our Earth in Space DESCRIPTION:Join us on an adventure exploring our home planet and beyond! Experiment with hands-on projects to learn about our Earth as well as the other objects that make up our solar system. \nAges: 7-12 years old \nCapacity: 25 participants \nRegistration is FULL! \nPlease note: Registration is limited to 25 participants and has sold out in years past. \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit – Discount on Explore Space Experience Registration!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport \n  URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/explore-space-experience-our-earth-in-space/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Explore Space Experience ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Explore-Space-Experience.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240608T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240513T165417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T212854Z UID:10001730-1717840800-1717862400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Planetary Play DESCRIPTION:RESERVE YOUR WORKSHOP SPOT NOW! Use the drop-down menu on the online tickets page to choose the correct workshop date and time for the event you want to attend. General Admission tickets must be purchased seperately. \nExplore our planets and complete mission challenges by driving and coding Sphero robots! Then use your creativity to make and take home a scale model of our home solar system. \nPartner Activity with That Science Fairy\nRediscover STEM if you missed out on all the knowledge childhood toys have to offer! All ages will have fun playing with these multi-age\, low tech\, engineering\, sequencing\, physics\, and challenges. \n\n\n\n11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. Tour of the Solar System + Scale Solar System Model Discovery Center Educator-Led Workshops.* \n*$5.00 activity fee \n  \n\n\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/planetary-play/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Summer of Discovery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SOD_JuneWebGraphic_6-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240601T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240528T214107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T214107Z UID:10001744-1717236000-1717257600@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Grand Reopening DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the Grand Reopening of the Discovery Center! Explore our 8 new exhibit spaces and 4 lab spaces\, including a new Drone Zone and Boeing Manufacturing Lab\, and redesigned Mars Robotics Laboratory and Science on a Sphere®. Engage in fun\, interactive experiences and activities that the whole family will enjoy!  URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/grand-reopening/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Reopening.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240507T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240507T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240403T223451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T224334Z UID:10001725-1715074200-1715077800@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap sparks an excitement for reading in your little space explorer. The program uses STEM focused stories and activities to engage young learners in a creative learning environment. \nActivities: \n\nStory time of the book “Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years” to read about Earth’s place in the cosmos.\nHands-on Earth science with your child\, where they can plant and take home their own sunflower!\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit – Discount on Explore Space Experience Registration!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers-2/ LOCATION:Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-03-20-at-4.27.33-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T140000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240215T153132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T193733Z UID:10001714-1714734000-1714744800@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days: Apollo to Artemis: Back to the Moon DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days supports students and their families by integrating science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics (STEM) into exciting laboratory and classroom lessons. Participate in an educator-led workshop\, Standards-based lessons and demonstrations\, and theme-specific activities. \nGuided Activities: Moon Lander Challenges \nTake Home Activities: Create an Apollo Lander \nRegistration: The May Homeschool program will be offered at two session times. Register for one of the time slots at the links below. Registration is open. \nSession 1: 11:00am – 12:00pm\nRegister Here\n \n  \nSession 2: 1:00pm – 2:00pm\nRegister Here\n \n  \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/apollo-to-artemis/ LOCATION:East Library\, 5550 N. Union Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80918\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Homeschool-Day-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240403T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240403T110000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240308T165117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T181037Z UID:10001717-1712138400-1712142000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days: Life in Space DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days invites K-12 students and their families to experience hands-on STEM learning about space and science topics. This month\, experience what life is like in space\, and the training required to become an astronaut! \n\nGuided Activities: Astronaut training stations!\nTake Home Activities: Design a space menu and create your own mission patch!\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/homeschool-days-life-in-space/ LOCATION:21c Library : Venue Conference Room\, 1175 Chapel Hills Dr.\, Colorado Springs\, 80920\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Homeschool-Day-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240402T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240402T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240320T224759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T225934Z UID:10001723-1712050200-1712053800@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap sparks an excitement for reading in your little space explorer. The program uses STEM focused stories and activities to engage young learners in a creative learning environment. Enjoy a vibrant story time of the book “Once Upon a Star” for you and your child. Following the story\, let your little one get creative as we create solar system collage art! \nActivities: \n\nStory time of the book “Once Upon a Star” by James Carter.\nFollowing the story\, let your little one get creative as we create solar system collage art!\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit – Discount on Explore Space Experience Registration!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers/ LOCATION:Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-03-20-at-4.27.33-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240329T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240329T220000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240215T153811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T154457Z UID:10001715-1711742400-1711749600@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Family Star Party March 29 DESCRIPTION:Family Star Party provides a safe\, outdoor learning environment for the whole family connecting attendees to the wonders of the universe. \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/family-star-party-march-29/ LOCATION:Deerfield park\, 4290 Deerfield Hills Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80916\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Star Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Family-Star-Party-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240322T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240322T190000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240116T205948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T153314Z UID:10001710-1711128600-1711134000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Discovery Center Astronomy Club DESCRIPTION:Are you a teen with a passion for space? Come join the Discovery Center Astronomy Club for a night of exploring new topics and meeting others just like you!\nPizza is provided. URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/discovery-center-astronomy-club-9/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Astronomy-Nov.-17.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240319T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240319T110000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240124T211859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T230221Z UID:10001713-1710842400-1710846000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Audience with an Astronaut: Future of Solar Weather DESCRIPTION:Future of Solar Weather – Total Solar Eclipse &\nSTEM Careers\nStudents will learn all about space weather – what it is\, how it’s formed\, and how it impacts life here on Earth\, such as in the form of Northern Lights and especially eclipses. We will focus on how to best engage with the upcoming totality eclipse in April. They’ll also dive into ideas for current and future STEM careers we will need to better protect ourselves from solar weather and engage with the resulting phenomenon. URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/audience-with-an-astronaut-future-of-solar-weather/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Audience_with_an_Astronaut.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240305T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240305T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231121T185956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T165002Z UID:10001705-1709631000-1709634600@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers: Mae Among the Stars DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap engages little space explorers with interactive and creative storytelling. The program strives to celebrate creative engagement and the job of reading. \nThis event will take place at the Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, located at: 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80903. \nActivities: \n\nHear an interactive story-time of the book “Mae Among the Stars.”\nFollowing story-time\, join us for a space craft for your little one.\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers-mae-among-the-stars/ LOCATION:Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Small-Steps-New-location-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240226T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240226T110000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240124T211832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T212054Z UID:10001712-1708941600-1708945200@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Audience with an Astronaut: What's It Like To Live in Space? DESCRIPTION:What’s It Like to Live in Space?\nStudents will learn about what it takes for humans to live long term in space\, specifically the medical and mental health problems we face when considering longer-term space travel like going to Mars\, and what kinds of solutions we have in place and need to create to make this exploration possible. URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/audience-with-an-astronaut-whats-it-like-to-live-in-space/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Audience_with_an_Astronaut.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240216T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240216T190000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20240116T205619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T164749Z UID:10001709-1708104600-1708110000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Discovery Center Astronomy Club - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, the February Astronomy Club is cancelled. We look forward to seeing you in March! \nCalling all young space enthusiasts! The Discovery Center Astronomy Club is a fun\, inclusive space for teens to meet each other and learn about various topics from astronomy research to telescope mechanics to potential career paths.\nPizza is provided. URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/discovery-center-astronomy-club-8/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Astronomy-Nov.-17.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240214T110000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231121T185154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175317Z UID:10001704-1707904800-1707908400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days: Rocketry and Aeronautics DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days supports K-12 students and their families by integrating science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics (STEM) into exciting laboratory and classroom lessons. Participate in an educator-led workshop\, Standards-Based lessons and demonstrations\, and theme-specific activities. \nGuided activities: Pitsco rockets and hoop gliders \nTake home activities: Straw rockets\, whirlygigs and cardstock gliders \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/homeschool-day-rocketry-and-aeronautics/ LOCATION:21c Library : Venue Conference Room\, 1175 Chapel Hills Dr.\, Colorado Springs\, 80920\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Homeschool-Day-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240206T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240206T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231121T184552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T202201Z UID:10001703-1707211800-1707215400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers: Mousetronaut Goes to Mars DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap engages little space explorers with interactive and creative storytelling. The program strives to celebrate creative engagement and the job of reading. \nThis event will take place at the Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, located at: 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80903. \nActivities: \n\nHear an interactive story-time of the book “Mousetronaut Goes to Mars.”\nFollowing story-time\, join us for a space craft for your little one.\n\n \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers-mousetronaut-goes-to-mars/ LOCATION:Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Small-Steps-New-location-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240119T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240119T190000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231213T172401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T172401Z UID:10001708-1705685400-1705690800@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Discovery Center Astronomy Club DESCRIPTION:Discovery Center Astronomy Club provides a unique space for teens ages 15 to 18 to meet like-minded individuals\, practice science presentation skills\, and learn about current astronomy and physics research\, while receiving guidance for college preparation and the steps toward a future STEAM career. \nPizza is provided! URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/discovery-center-astronomy-club-january-2024/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Astronomy-Nov.-17.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240119T140000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231120T215628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175236Z UID:10001702-1705669200-1705672800@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days: Space Technology DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days supports K-12 students and their families by integrating science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics (STEM) into exciting laboratory and classroom lessons. Participate in an educator-led workshop\, Standards-Based lessons and demonstrations\, and theme-specific activities. \nGuided activities: 3D Print Pens and Moon rover building with Sphero Bolts \nTake home activities: End effector and Mars helicopter activities \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/homeschool-day-space-technology/ LOCATION:East Library\, 5550 N. Union Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80918\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Homeschool-Day-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240109T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240109T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231120T214940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T202142Z UID:10001701-1704792600-1704796200@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers: Rosie Revere\, Engineer DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap engages little space explorers with interactive and creative storytelling. The program strives to celebrate creative engagement and the job of reading. \nThis event will take place at the Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, located at: 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80903. \nActivities: \n\nHear an interactive story-time of the book “Rosie Revere\, Engineer.”\nFollowing story-time\, join us for an engineering craft for your little one.\n\n \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers-rosie-revere-engineer/ LOCATION:Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Small-Steps-New-location-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231215T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231215T193000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231115T193750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T164118Z UID:10001700-1702661400-1702668600@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Family Star Party DESCRIPTION:Family Star Party provides a safe\, outdoor learning environment for the whole family connecting attendees to the wonders of the universe. \n \nMeadows Park Community Center recreational assistants will host: \n\nMinute to Win It games\nLetters to Santa station\nFree holiday family photos\nColoring and craft station\nGrab-and-go s’mores\n\n \nNORAD Tracks Santa will be joining! \nCookies and hot chocolate provided \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/family-star-party/ LOCATION:Meadows Park Community Center parking lot\, 1943 S. El Paso Ave.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80905\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Star Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Family-Star-Party-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231206T110000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231101T205247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175143Z UID:10001698-1701856800-1701860400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days: Space Mining DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days supports K-12 students and their families by integrating science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics (STEM) into exciting laboratory and classroom lessons. Participate in an educator-led workshop\, Standards-Based lessons and demonstrations\, and theme-specific activities. \nGuided activities: Core sampling and asteroid mining \nTake home activities: Draw a mining robot and plate tectonic puzzles \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/homeschool-day-space-mining/ LOCATION:21c Library : Venue Conference Room\, 1175 Chapel Hills Dr.\, Colorado Springs\, 80920\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Homeschool-Day-New-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231205T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231205T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231101T204740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T205457Z UID:10001697-1701768600-1701772200@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers: Interstellar Cinderella DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap engages little space explorers with interactive and creative storytelling. The program strives to celebrate creative engagement and the job of reading. \nThis event will take place at the Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, located at: 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80903. \nActivities: \n\nHear an interactive story-time of the book “Interstellar Cinderella.”\nFollowing story-time\, join us for a stellar craft for your little one where they can create their own space crown.\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers-interstellar-cinderella/ LOCATION:Hillside Community Center\, Program B Room\, 925 S. Institute\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Small-Steps-New-location-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231118T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230926T192516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T185937Z UID:10001685-1700301600-1700323200@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:See You Soon Celebration DESCRIPTION:Beginning November 19\, Space Foundation Discovery Center will begin the exciting process of expansion and renovation. \nLet’s come together to say a temporary “See You Soon” as we build the next stage for discovery! Enjoy interactive technology and take an exclusive look at what’s ahead. We will reopen in Spring 2024 to unveil enriched hands-on experiences with emerging technologies that are reshaping our understanding of the universe. \nAll admission tickets are entered into Discovery Center shop giveaways\nDrawings held at 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. \nActivities: \n\nFree educator-led workshops: 3D printing pens\nExplore Sphero mazes and obstacle courses\nSign up to be a pen pal with a Discovery Center volunteer\nParticipate in a variety of opportunities to share your favorite memory of the Discovery Center\n\nWorkshop times: \n\nSpheros – 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\n3D Printing Pens – 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.\n\nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit — Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/see-you-soon/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/See_You_Soon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231117T200000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230920T174523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T180417Z UID:10001695-1700244000-1700251200@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Family Star Party: Telescopes 101 DESCRIPTION:Family Star Party provides a safe\, outdoor learning environment for the whole family connecting attendees to the wonders of the universe. \nThis month\, learn all about the different types of telescopes\, how they work\, and how to use them. \nLook through multiple telescopes and learn about the objects in our night sky from Colorado Springs Astronomical Society outreach guides and Discovery Center educators. \nPossible views of the cresent Moon\, Saturn\, Jupiter\, and the Pleiades. \nEngage with self-guided activities and Science On a Sphere® presentations in the Discovery Center.\n \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits \n \nLearn fascinating facts and participate in fun\, interactive\, educational activities. Experience our many artifacts and displays revealing our solar system\, space exploration\, future space endeavors and more! New artifacts and displays will be added throughout the year. LEARN MORE URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/family-star-party-telescopes-101/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Star Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Family-Star-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231117T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231117T180000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230920T173948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T180406Z UID:10001694-1700240400-1700244000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Discovery Center Astronomy Club: Preparing for College and STEM Careers DESCRIPTION:Discovery Center Astronomy Club provides a unique space for teens ages 15 to 18 to meet like-minded individuals\, practice science presentation skills and learn about current astronomy and physics research while receiving guidance for college preparation and the steps toward a future STEAM career. \nMembers of the High School Astronomy Club meet monthly\, prior to the Family Star Party\, then stay for the Family Star Party to assist as an outreach guide for families. \nThis month\, we will be discussing tips for college admissions as well as how to explore the various careers in STEM. \nBring questions relating anything from college admissions\, picking majors and courses\, finding internships\, college culture and student life\, or more. \nAfter the club meeting\, join us for the Family Star Party event for some astronomical observing. URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/discovery-center-astronomy-club-preparing-for-college-and-stem-careers/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Astronomy-Nov.-17.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20231024T171358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T141108Z UID:10001688-1699696800-1699718400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Cool Science: Making Art with Science DESCRIPTION:Join Cool Science for fun and amazing experiments including Making Art with Science at the Discovery Center! \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/cool-science-at-the-discovery-center-2/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Cool-Science-Oct.-28-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230920T173336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T155229Z UID:10001693-1699696800-1699718400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Military Appreciation Day DESCRIPTION:Space Foundation Discovery Center is giving a special “Thank you!” to military personnel and their families. \nMilitary families enjoy free admission and a 3D printed gift. \n  \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/military-appreciation/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Don't Miss ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Military-Nov.-11.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231107T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231107T103000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230920T172527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T181247Z UID:10001692-1699349400-1699353000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Small Steps\, Giant Leap: STEM Adventures for Little Space Explorers: The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot DESCRIPTION:Small Steps\, Giant Leap engages little space explorers with interactive and creative storytelling. The program strives to celebrate creative engagement and the joy of reading. \nActivities: \n\nHear an interactive storytime of the book “The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot” in our Science On a Sphere® theater.\nFollowing storytime\, join us for a series of crafts for your little one\, including making your own movable robot!\nTherapy dogs Brody and Clifford will be joining us for the hour-long program!\n\n \n Brody\n \n \n Clifford\n Enjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit- Complimentary Admission\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/small-steps-giant-leap-stem-adventures-for-little-space-explorers-the-three-little-aliens-and-the-big-bad-robot/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Steps, Giant Leap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Small-Steps-Nov.-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231104T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231104T150000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230920T171518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T223905Z UID:10001690-1699095600-1699110000@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Tesla's Toolbox: Circuits DESCRIPTION:Tesla’s Toolbox encourages creativity and exploration through space-inspired workshops that allow participants to engage in hands-on learning. Enjoy experiments that turn science into learning\, learning into fun\, and fun into enthusiasm. \nStudents will assemble their own functioning electrical circuit with a light bulb\, then construct a model telescope using their circuit system. Students will then select images of the universe to discuss and incorporate into their satellite design. \nTesla’s Toolbox is designed for STEM explorers aged 7-14. \nSpace Foundation Discovery Center is hosting two workshops: \nWorkshop #1: 11:00am–12:00pm \nWorkshop #2: 2:00–3:00pm \n  \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/teslas-toolbox-circuits/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Tesla's Toolbox ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Teslas-Toolbox-Nov.-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231101T160000 DTSTAMP:20250101T232154 CREATED:20230920T170816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T195250Z UID:10001689-1698832800-1698854400@discoverspace.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Robotics DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days supports K-12 students and their families by integrating science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics (STEM) into exciting laboratory and classroom lessons. Participate in educator-led Science On a Sphere® presentations\, Standards-based lessons and demonstrations\, and theme-specific activities. \nWe will host different workshops in the morning and afternoon\, scaled by grade level. Please be sure to attend whichever best fits your family. \n10:30 a.m. Science On a Sphere® presentation\n11:00 a.m. Sphero Indis challenges (grades K-4) \n1:30 p.m. Science On a Sphere® presentation\n2:00 p.m. Create a battery-powered vehicle (grades 5-12) \nSelf-guided activities all day: binary bracelets and coding mazes \n  \nEnjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits! \n \nPassport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!\nBecome a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport URL:https://discoverspace.org/event/homeschool-day-robotics/ LOCATION:Space Foundation Discovery Center\, 4425 Arrowswest Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://discoverspace.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Homeschool-Day-Nov.-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR