science
Classes, camps and destinations. Also see: “Attractions,” “Museums,” “Zoos,” and for nature-related science classes, see Nature Centers listed under “Recreation and Parks.”
• Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach (562) 590-3100
www.aquariumofthepacific.org The aquarium offers numerous year-round programs: Aqua Tot (ages 2-3, with parent), $30; Job Shadow (grades 7-12), $29; Saturday Family Fun (ages 4-6, with parent), $36; Seals and Sea Lions/Sea Otter Encounter (ages 10+); Shark Encounter (ages 13+), $90; and Junior Biologist (ages 7-12), $24. Whale watching (in season) and family sleepovers are also offered. Hour-long, behind-the-scenes tours (ages 7+) offer a look at running a world-class aquarium, $15 (plus admission). Preregistration is required for all programs. Ocean exploration is available for school field trips, with hands-on, grade-specific programs. Member discounts are available. See “At- tractions” for more information; ad on page 11. See discount coupon on page 69.
• Blue Submarine (888) 218-8085 The Blue Submarine is a marine biology outreach program offering classes and activities for students pre-K through 8th grade. Topics are presented in an interactive format and live tidepool animals are available for certain classes. Let the Blue Subma- rine take your students on a field trip to the beach without leaving school! For more information, call the number listed above. See ad on page 42.
Boys and Girls Clubs Buena Park offers Ultimate Journey (environmen- tal education), gardening (agriculture) and Club Recycle. Irvine offers Dragonfly Quest (6-13), in- vestigations using the scientific method. Tustin features environmental education that includes Green Thumb, Enviro-club, Hiking Club, Nature Ad- ventures, Circle of Life and Ultimate Oceans. See “Youth and Family Groups” for contact information.
California Science Center 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles (323) 724-3623
www.californiasciencecenter.org New permanent exhibit: Ecosystems - 11 immersive environments featuring nearly 400 species of plants and animals. Temporary exhibits include: 1001 In- ventions and Science in Toyland, both though De- cember 31. Free admission (excludes IMAX and special paid exhibits). Parking $10.
• Cypress College Kids’ College (714) 808-4909
www.sce.edu Discovering Science Through Art (4-10), Exploring
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Rocks and Minerals, Chemistry for Young Scientists (grades 1-3), Jammin’ Chemistry (grades 3-5), Fun with Magnets (grades 2-6), Popping, Colliding and Flashy Physics (grades 3-6), Awesome Air and Water Pressure (grades 3-6), and Shockingly Fun Electron- ics (grades 4-6). Five to six-week sessions, $55-60.
Columbia Memorial Space Science Learning Center 12400 Columbia Way, Downey (562) 231-1200
www.columbiaspacescience.org The center includes a robotics lab where kids can program their own Lego robots, an airplane and shuttle landing simulator, a paper airplane making station with launcher, a drop tower and a scale that gives kids their weight on all of the planets. Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $5 per person (3+).
Discovery Science Center 2500 North Main St., Santa Ana (714) 542-2823
www.discoverycube.org 120 hands-on science exhibits, such as a real Boe- ing rocket engine, an interactive scavenger hunt throughout a two-story tall Argentinosaurus and a chance to go head to head with a NHL goalie! New exhibits coming this fall include: Spooky Science Bug Invasion, Star Wars and Science of Gingerbread.
Future Scientists and Engineers of America 2500 North Main St., Santa Ana (714) 542-2823
www.discoverycube.org Students (grades 4-12) learn about science, engi- neering and technology through fun and challeng- ing projects, such as building bridges, catapults or working motors. Part of Discovery Science Center.
Griffith Observatory 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles (213) 473-0800
www.griffithobservatory.org The observatory features six astronomy exhibits, a planetarium, a theater featuring shows and news programs, plus a high-powered refracting tele- scope and three solar telescopes. Observatory, shows and news programs are free and are first- come, first-served. Free monthly “Star Parties” and special events are offered throughout the year.
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (818) 354-4350
www.jpl.nasa.gov/education Web resources and activities for kids plus various sci- ence clubs, programs and competitions. Also offers a summer internship for high school students (16+).
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum 600 E. Bay Ave., Newport Beach (949) 675-8915
www.nhnm.org Experience their live marine animal touch tank or dive to the ocean’s depths in their “Alvin” submers- ible deep-sea diving simulator.
Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point (949) 496-2274
www.ocean-institute.org Interactive exhibits, marine life, touch tanks and ecol- ogy cruises, plus Sunday tallship tours. Single day programs include Jr. Neptunes (6-8), Jr. Oceanog- rapher (9-12) and Jr. Seahawks (9-12). Parent-child programs include Pilgrim Overnight (8+) and Family Science Nights (4+). Open to the public, weekends only. Admission: adults, $6.50; kids (3-12), $4.50.
Odyssey of the Mind (856) 256-2797
www.odysseyofthemind.com Groups purchase a membership and form small teams to solve competitive problems. Teams work on solutions throughout the school year and pres- ent them in spring competitions.
Southern California Rocket Association (714) 529-1598
home.earthlink.net/~mebowitz Monthly model rocketry classes (10+, younger with adult) cover multi-staging, boost-gliders, scale modeling, design and stability. Every stu- dent builds a model rocket. $10. Classes are held at Iacoboni Library in Lakewood. Controlled launches are held throughout the year at the Santa Fe Dam recreation area.
Star Eco Station 10101 Jefferson Blvd., Culver City (310) 842-8060
www.ecostation.org An environmental science museum and exotic rescue facility. Hands-on ecology lessons and encounters with tropical birds, exotic reptiles, wildcats and ocean life in a tropical jungle setting. Adults, $8; kids, $6.
Tessman Planetarium at Santa Ana College 1530 W. 17th, Building M, Santa Ana (714) 564-6672
www.sac.edu Tour the cosmos and learn about the space program. $5-6, by reservation only, for individuals or groups.
skateboarding
Lessons, camps, party packages and skate parks.
California Amateur Skateboard League (909) 883-6176
www.caslusf.com Regional association promotes skateboarding while helping communities provide skaters with safe skate- boarding environments. Hosts ongoing competitions.
Recreation Departments • Lakewood Recreation and Community Services - Skateboarding and Scootering (6+); five-week ses- sions, $125. (562) 866-9771, Ext. 2408. www.
lakewoodcity.org/recreation
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