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Special weekend and ongoing programs for families, teens, and adults. 

 

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2011: January  |  February 

 

 

SEPTEMBER

 

 

Reptile & Amphibian Show

Saturday-Monday, September 4-6, 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Crawl, hop, or slither your way to one of the largest gatherings of reptiles and amphibians in the Northwest. Participate in the show by bringing your animal to showcase.

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$2 Days

Sunday, September 5

Explore the museum for only $2 per person the first Sunday of every month.

(Made possible through the generous support of Bank of America, The Standard, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund.)

 

 

OMSI Star Party: Autumnal Equinox Celebration

Saturday, September 11

OMSI, Rose City Astronomers, Vancouver Sidewalk Astronomers and Oregon Parks and Recreation invite you to our free Star Parties. The Star Parties provide a great opportunity to meet other people that share your interest in astronomy, and to view the planets, moon, stars, and other celestial sights through telescopes and binoculars of all sizes. Please note, schedule is subject to change due to weather. Call the OMSI Star Parties Hotline at 503.797.4610 #2, or check the OMSI Star Parties web site for possible weather-related cancellations.

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OMSI Science Pub: Bagdad Theater

Dangerous Liaisons: Sexual Selection and Sexual Conflict

Monday, September 13, 7:00 p.m., at the Bagdad Theater

With Patrick Phillips, PhD, professor of biology and the head of the Biology Department at the University of Oregon.

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Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Saturday, September 18, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

OMSI Science Pub: Mission Theater

It's Not the End of the World: What the Ancient Maya Actually Tell Us About 2012

Tuesday, September 21, 7:00 p.m., at the Mission Theater

With Dr. Mark Van Stone, professor of Art History at Southwestern College in Chula Vista, California and author of 2012—Science and Prophecy of the Ancient Maya. Dr. Van Stone combines a rare general understanding and reading of ancience Mayan scripts with an even rarer ability to "write" them.

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OMSI After Dark

Wednesday, September 22, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

A night at the museum for the 21 and over with food, drink, and science fun!

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Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Tuesday, September 28, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 


 

OCTOBER

 

 

$2 Days

Sunday, October 3

Explore the museum for only $2 per person the first Sunday of every month.

(Made possible through the generous support of Bank of America, The Standard, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund.)

 

 

OMSI Science Pub: Bagdad Theater

Cataclysms on the Columbia: The great Missoula Floods

Monday, October 11, 7:00 p.m., at the Bagdad Theater

With Scott Burns, PhD, professor of geology, past Chair of the Department of Geology at Portland State University.

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Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Saturday, October 16, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

OMSI Science Pub: Mission Theater

A Date with Physics

Tuesday, October 19, 7:00 p.m., at the Mission Theater

With Ralf Widenhorn, PhD, professor in the Physics Department at Portland State University.

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Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Wednesday-Thursday, October 20 and 21, 6:00-10:00 p.m. in classroom 2

(Attendance is required on both nights to receive certification.)

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Thursday, October 21, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

Oregon Science and Engineering Festival

Saturday, October 23, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

OMSI is hosting a satellite event in celebration of the country's first national science festival, the USA Science and Engineering Festival, taking place in Washinton, DC. Activities include the FIRST Robotics Competition; the premiere of Design Zone: Behind the Scenes, an original OMSI exhibit that explores the many creative uses of algebra; the always-popular Teen Night, and a special showcase of current research by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU).

 

 

FIRST Robotics Showcase

Saturday, October 23, 10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.

Don't miss the excitement when high school robotics teams from throughout the Northwest converge on the OMSI Saturday, October 23, for a day of mechanical madness at the FIRST Robotics Showcase. Get an up-close look at these 120-pound student-designed robot and see them in action. The event will be held in OMSI's Auditorium and Classroom 1 from 10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 23. Admission to this event is free, but does not include museum admission.

 

 

Teen Science Night

Saturday, October 23, 7:00-10:00 p.m.

A special free evening at OMSI just for visitors ages 13-18. Teens can explore the museum, rock out to a live DJ, ride the Segway, play games, and more! Teen Science Night is a quarterly event on Saturdays from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Admission is free; food and beverages are available for purchase.

 

 

OMSI After Dark

Wednesday, October 27, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

A night at the museum for the 21 and over with food, drink, and science fun!

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NOVEMBER

 

 

OMSI Science Pub: Bagdad Theater

What Technology Wants

Monday, November 1, 7:00 p.m., at the Bagdad Theater

With Kevin Kelly, founding editor of Wired provides a refreshing view of technology as a living force in the world.

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Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Saturday, November 6, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

$2 Days

Sunday, November 7

Explore the museum for only $2 per person the first Sunday of every month.

(Made possible through the generous support of Bank of America, The Standard, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund.)

 

 

OMSI Science Pub: Mission Theater

I Dig Bones: Adventures in Forensic Anthropology

Tuesday, November 16, 7:00 p.m., at the Mission Theater

With Dr. Veronica "Nici" Vance, state forensic anthropologist at the Oregon State Police Portland Metro Forensic Lab

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Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Monday-Tuesday, November 29 and 30, 6:00-10:00 p.m., in classroom 2

(Attendance on both nights is required for certification.)

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 


 

DECEMBER

 

 

OMSI After Dark

Wednesday, December 1, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

A night at the museum for the 21 and over with food, drink, and science fun!

Learn more >

 

 

$2 Days

Sunday, December 5

Explore the museum for only $2 per person the first Sunday of every month.

(Made possible through the generous support of Bank of America, The Standard, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund.)

 

 

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Wednesday-Thursday, December 8 and 9, 6:00-10:00 p.m. in classroom 2

(Attendance on both nights is required for certification.)

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Wednesday, December 22, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible.

 

 

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED

Thursday, December 30, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in classroom 2

The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED course includes information and training in basic principles of first aid, assessment and care for common medical and injury emergenices that occur in the adult workplace. This course also includes training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and choking, and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Attendance, participation and successful demonstration of skills are required for course completion. The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED card is valid for 2 years. An experienced instructor, certified by the American Hearth Association or the National Safety Council will teach the class.

Cost: $35 per person for OMSI members; $47.50 for non-members.

Registration: Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Register by emailing firstaid@omsi.edu or calling 503.863.5610. Your registration will be confirmed as soon as possible. 

 

 


 

JANUARY

 

 

$2 Days

Sunday, January 2, 2011

Explore the museum for only $2 per person the first Sunday of every month.

(Made possible through the generous support of Bank of America, The Standard, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund.)

 

 

LEGO Building Challenge featuring the Jr. FIRST LEGO League

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Put your LEGO skills to the test! LEGO challenges include a LEGO wall that can't be knocked down and a LEGO boat that can't be sunk. In addition, young budding scientists will get the chance to show off their LEGO projects at the Junior FIRST LEGO League (Jr. FLL) Expo. Jr. FLL is an engineering program geared towards children ages 6-9 and introduces basic design skills through a hands-on approach with the familiarity and fun of LEGO building. Teams of participants research, design, and build a model made with LEGO bricks and moving parts.

 

 

OMSI Science Pub: Bagdad Theater

Monday, January 10, 2011 7:00 p.m., at the Bagdad Theater

Meet with researchers and scientists at these monthly, informal science education events. Science Pub is a relaxed gathering with expert speakers discussing cutting-edge advances in science and technology that directly affect people's lives. No scientific background is required—just curiosity, a sense of humor, and an appetite for food, drinks, and knowledge. Pubs are free with a suggested cover charge of $3.

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OMSI Science Pub: Mission Theater

Tuesday, January 18, 2011, 7:00 p.m., at the Mission Theater

Meet with researchers and scientists at these monthly, informal science education events. Science Pub is a relaxed gathering with expert speakers discussing cutting-edge advances in science and technology that directly affect people's lives. No scientific background is required—just curiosity, a sense of humor, and an appetite for food, drinks, and knowledge. Pubs are free with a suggested cover charge of $3.

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OMSI After Dark

Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

A night at the museum for the 21 and over with food, drink, and science fun!

Learn more >

 

 

OMSI Gala: An Evening of Egyptian Mystery

Saturday, January 29, 2011, 6:00-11:00 p.m.

An evening of ancient intrigue and modern exploration. For this spectacular evening, every level of the museum is yours to enjoy in high Nile style. Savor lush buffets, signature cocktails, and abundant time to mingle with friends and special guests. The Gala is OMSI's annual fundraising event; individual tickets are $250 and will go on sale beginning in October.

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FEBRUARY

 

 

$2 Days

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Explore the museum for only $2 per person the first Sunday of every month.

(Made possible through the generous support of Bank of America, The Standard, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund.)

 

 

60th Annual Agate and Mineral Show

Friday—Sunday, February 11-13, 2011, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Explore the wonders of geology with over 30 exhibits of unique rocks from around the Northwest on display at OMSI's 60th Annual Agate and Mineral Show. Enjoy a wide array of beautiful cabochons (cut, saped, and polished rocks) including agate, jasper, and obsidian. The Agate and Mineral Show runs Feb. 11-13, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. in the OMSI auditorium and is free and open to the public (museum admission is not included).

 

 

OMSI After Dark

Wednesday, February 23, 2011, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

A night at the museum for the 21 and over with food, drink, and science fun!

Learn more >