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April 20 - April 29, 2012

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Animals · Astronomy · Vaccines · Gadgets · Art · Tattoos Film · Forensics · Chocolate · Superheroes · Neuroscience Sustainability · Comedy · History · Nanotechnology

Fashion · Bubbles · Insects · Agriculture · Geeks · Wine Genetics · Farming · Archeology · Cupcakes · Gastronomy Water · Disease · Botany · Nutrition · Nerds · Biology

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For ten days, Philadelphia's schools, universities, cultural institutions, and research centers will come together as a single voice to put science in the spotlight.

Organized by The Franklin Institute with core collaborators:

Since the city’s founding more than 300 years ago, Philadelphia has been at the forefront of science and technology. Plexiglas, the polio vaccine, and the first electronic computer were among many local breakthroughs, and one in five doctors in the country receives part of his or her training in the region. Philadelphia counts among its many firsts the nation’s first zoo, the first public school, the first museum to mount a dinosaur skeleton, and the first independent hospital.

The Philadelphia Science Festival was created by the region’s science, cultural, and educational institutions to celebrate our rich history and to provide an opportunity to explore the science that continues to make this region truly exceptional.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the science behind all the things you love. The events outlined in the following pages are designed to be interactive and engaging — there is truly something for everyone!

For a complete listing ofPhiladelphia Science Festivalevents and activities, visitwww.philasciencefestival.org.

Created by Philadelphia’s science, cultural and educational institutions and organized by The Franklin Institute.

PHILADELPHIA: A GREAT SCIENCE CITY!

Purchase tickets or register for an event at philasciencefestival.org

Organized by The Franklin Institute with core collaborators:

What Makes the Philadelphia Science Festival Special? The Philadelphia Science Festival is one of a handful of science festivals in the country — the idea of celebrating science and technology in this way is still a new one.

PSF Events are collaborative. Throughout this guide, you’ll notice that multiple local organizations are working together to create each event.

All events are interactive, immersive, and engaging experiences! Test your hand at surgical simulation, ask a neuroscientist about her career, explore the night sky, shock your taste buds as you learn about extracting new flavors through innovative cooking techniques, solve mysteries using both historic and cutting edge forensics, or enjoy chatting with innovators in your corner bar or coffee shop.

Many of the over 100 events are FREE! You will need to register for events at philasciencefestival.org to reserve your space, but the costs are minimal, thanks to our many generous partners.

Purchase tickets or register for an event at philasciencefestival.org3Philadelphia Science Festival Program Guide

The 2012 Philadelphia Science Festival is created with the following programming areas in mind. Participate in all of them to experience the full breadth of activities offered!

SCIENCE CARNIVAL Logan Circle will again become a science wonderland during the Philadelphia Science Festival's Science Carnival on Saturday, April 21, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event will feature more than 100 exhibitors offering non-stop, family-friendly experiments, activities, games, and a packed line-up of live entertainment on two stages. A complete listing of Carnival Exhibits and Stage Performances is available at philasciencefestival.org/carnival.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMS Explore new tastes, meet science superheroes, and hear the science behind your favorite music! The Second Annual Philadelphia Science Festival will have something to excite every sense. Nearly all Signature Programs take place in theaters or larger venues and are the cornerstones to the overall program — testing out new and innovative models, some will offer interactive table-top experiments prior to the event and others will feature never-before-seen demonstrations. Reservations are required for all of these events (even the free ones), so sign up early!

SCIENCE FILM FEST

Enjoy the very finest of the year’s science and science fiction cinema! Beginning on April 21, award-winning documentaries and features will be screened throughout the city—nearly all for the first time in the region. Explore the possibilities of citizen space travel, gain a different perspective of environmental activism by seeing the history of the movement and meeting a contemporary eco-pirate, or contemplate the multifaceted issues of chocolate farming, cancer research and new medical technologies. Curated by Awesomefest, this selection of films is sure to provoke dialogue among science lovers and film buffs alike!

NEIGHBORHOOD SCIENCE From Chestnut Hill to Port Richmond, Kensington to Point Breeze, and everywhere in between, Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. Scientists, engineers, and other experts will appear in local libraries on the afternoons of April 25 and April 26 providing over 50 fun and free programs after school and into the evening for all to enjoy. Can’t make it to an afterschool event? Come out to one of three Discovery Days in Manayunk, Clark Park or the Seaport for a myriad of science activities.

4 Philadelphia Science Festival Program GuideDownload the PSF iphone app and navigate the calendar by topic, program category, neighborhood, and audience at philasciencefestival.org Purchase tickets or register for an event at philasciencefestival.org

CAFÉ EVENTS

Philadelphia's bars and restaurants were prime gathering places for dialogue and debate for our Founding Fathers and during the Philadelphia Science Festival our renowned restaurants, bars, and cafes will once again became hot spots for discourse. For all of the food-loving folks out there, enjoy multiple programs at which the science behind beer, chocolate, wine and food pairings, and other delights are explored.

Participants can also kick back with a beer while exploring a myriad of exciting scientific topics. For the competitive types, we'll have an epic Quizzo night. At many of these events, participants will have the chance to sample our special 2012 Philadelphia Science Festival ale, brewed by Yards Brewing Company.

ASTRONOMY NIGHT Take a "guided tour" of the stars in both expected and unexpected locales in Philadelphia. Stargazing sites will be set up at community centers, parks, charter schools, and even burial grounds in neighborhoods across the city. No telescope, no problem! A bevy of local astronomers will bring both their equipment and their vast knowledge of the night sky to each location. Stargazing will run from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on April 27.

LAUREATE AND LUMINARY SYMPOSIA

To honor the recipients of The Franklin Institute Awards, an array of opportunities are presented, including demonstrations and discussions for students and adults at The Franklin Institute as well as lectures and symposia at local universities for advanced learners and scientific professionals. These events enable the public to meet Laureates and to learn first-hand about their remarkable work. A full calendar of Franklin Institute Awards Week programming can be found at www.fi.edu/franklinawards.

Events featuring past and current Laureates are noted with throughout this guide.

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5Philadelphia Science Festival Program GuideDownload the PSF iphone app and navigate the calendar by topic, program category, neighborhood, and audience at philasciencefestival.org Purchase tickets or register for an event at philasciencefestival.org

AT A GLANCE

FRI, April 20

Hiding in Plain Sight 6:30 PM Frankford Hall

Bringing Up Baby6:30 PMRembrandt’s

I Smell You, You Smell Me6:30 - 8:00 PMSociety Hill Playhouse, Red Room

Mix It! Opening Night Party7:00 PMFrankford Hall

SAT, April 21

Science Carnival 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Logan Circle

Collider: The Search for the World’s Smallest Particles 11:30 AM Sister Cities Park Café

Philadelphia Zoo Sustainability 12:30 PM Sister Cities Park Café

Silly-Sounding Science: The Importance of Basic Research 1:30 PM Sister Cities Park Café

The Big C: Everything You Wanted to Know about Cancer, but Were Afraid to Ask 2:30 PM Sister Cities Park Café

EcoExpress Presents: How to Bring the Excitement and Learning of the Philadelphia Science Festival Carnival Back to the Classroom 3:30 PM Sister Cities Park Café

Campus Philly Presents: Career Networking Lab 3:00-4:30 PM The Franklin Institute

Dava Sobel: A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos 1:00 PM Parkway Central Library

Jonathan Haidt: The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion 2:00 PM Parkway Central Library

D. Graham Burnett: The Sounding of the Whale: Science and Cetaceans in the Twentieth Century 3:00 PM Parkway Central Library

Design Lab: The Fusion of Science & Style 5:30 PM The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel Univ.

Man on a Mission 7:30 PM The Franklin Institute

SUN, April 22

Grow It, Cook It, Eat It 12:00-3:00 PM Bartram's Garden

Truth, Trust, and Fracking 2:00-4:00 PM Wagner Free Institute of Science

Eco-Pirate: The Story of Paul Hudson 12:00-2:00 PM International House

Wiebo’s War 2:00-4:00 PM International House

Digging History: The Science of Excavation 3:00 PM Elfreth’s Alley Museum

Forgotten Sense: Exploring a World Without Smell 6:00 PM National Mechanics

Love: Its Evolution and Neurobiology 8:00 PM L’Etage

MON, April 23

Robotics Discovery Day: Philly Robotics Expo 12:00-5:00 PM Drexel University, Bossone Research Cntr.

When Good Drugs Turn Bad 6:00-7:30 PM Adrienne Theater

The Corridor 8:00-10:00 PM The Trocadero Theater

Apartment 143 (Emergo) 10:00 PM - MIDNIGHT The Trocadero Theater

Science on Tap Quizzo 6:00 PM National Mechanics

Orphan Diseases: What Are They and Why Should We Care? 6:30 PM Rembrandt's

Science a-Brewin’ 6:30 PM Iron Hill in Chestnut Hill

Science of Nutrition: The Gluten- and Dairy-Free Fad 8:00 PM Pure Fare

TUE, April 24 Earth in Crisis 7:00-8:30 PM The Franklin Institute

Science Cabaret 6:00-7:30 PM the Chemical Heritage Foundation

Extraction: Food and Flavor 6:00 PM World Café Live

The Great Vaccine Debate 6:30 PM The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Tabletop Science 5:00-9:00 PM Earth Bread and Brewery

Blogging and Beer: A Discussion with “The Public’s Health” 6:30 PM Triumph Brewery

Is There No Truth in Beauty: Cultural Beauty and Geek Chic 6:30 PM Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction

Wine Chemistry: Best and Worst Pairings 6:30 PM DiBruno Brothers Chestnut St.

The Chocolate Farmer 9:00 PM International House


WED, April 25

Great Gigs 12:00-1:30 PM Drexel University, Mitchell Auditorium

Science Superheroes 7:00-9:00 PM the Chemical Heritage Foundation

Open Lab Day Multiple Locations

Neighborhood Science Afterschool Multiple Locations

Smart Talk: Women in Science 8:00-10:00 AM Quorum at the University City Science Center

It’s All-Natural and Organic! What You Don’t Know Might Hurt You 3:00 PM La Salle University, Holroyd Science Center

From Farm to Fork: Dangerous Foods — Facts, Fears, and Foibles 6:30 PM Rembrandt's

Whose Nano Is It Anyway? 6:30 PM City Tap House

THU, April 26

Neighborhood Science Afterschool Multiple Locations

Science Connections: Culture, The Environment and You 4:30-6:30 PM Penn Museum

Meet and Geek! 6:00 PM Frankford Hall

Chocolate, Sex, and Scandal: The Role of an Innocent Bean in the Courts of Europe 6:30 PM DiBruno Brothers Chestnut St.

Science of Death: What Lies Within Mütter and Beneath Laurel Hill 6:30 PM Laurel Hill Cemetery

A Nerd's Guide to Surviving the Apocalypse 8:00 PM Frankford Hall

Life, Sex, Death (and Food): A Historical Look at the Science That Drives Us 7:00-8:30 PM the Chemical Heritage Foundation

FRI, April 27

Don't Burst My Bubble 6:00 PM Frankford Hall

The City Dark 7:00 PM The Franklin Institute

Visualizing the Body Beautiful 6:00-7:30 PM Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts

Murder at the Mütter™: President Lincoln Is Shot! 6:00-9:30 PM The Mütter Museum

All About Ales: The Science of Beer 7:00 PM Yards Brewery

Astronomy Night 7:00-10:00 PM Various locations

SAT, April 28 Educator Discovery Day: Regional US Forum for Innovative Educators and Learners 12:00 PM School of the Future

Nano Discovery Day TBD North Light Community Center

All Things Fermented: The Science of Beer and Cheese 3:30-5:30 PM Triumph Brewing Company

Science Scavenger Hunt 2:00 PM

Science Night at the Ballpark 4:30 PM Citizen’s Bank Park

Flatline 2:30 PM The Franklin Institute

Pink Ribbons, Inc. 7:00 PM The Franklin Institute

SUN, April 29

Sweet Beats: The Science of Music 2:00-3:30 PM Drexel University, Mitchell Auditorium

Discovery Day at the Seaport 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Independence Seaport Museum

Clark Park Science Discovery Day 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Clark Park

Ultrafast DNA Sequencing: Speed Reading and the Blueprint of Life TBD

Science Ink: Tattoos of the Science-Obsessed and Skin Biology 2:00 PM Frankford Hall

The Magic and Science of Baking 2:00 PM COOK

A Fierce Green Fire 7:00 PM The Franklin Institute

April 20-29

Pop-Up Gallery Pod On the Parkway Open daily during science festival


FRIDAY, APRIL 20

CAFÉ EVENTS

Hiding in Plain Sight Facial recognition systems aren’t science fiction. From social media to law enforcement, they’re used in Web applications and surveillance operations. Learn about the implications — positive and negative — for personal privacy, and discover what one techie is working on that will allow people to hide from them. Collaborators: The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Frankford Hall, Technically Philly

Bringing Up Baby What do a beetle, a kangaroo, and a human being have in common? Each of these creatures — indeed, all animal life on our planet — started out as a single cell, the product of a sperm and an egg. This talk will explore the amazing series of events that led each one of us to be here, viewed from the perspectives of molecular biology, cell biology, and zoology. Collaborators: Penn Medicine, Philadelphia Zoo

APRIL 20, 6:30 PM Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 20, 6:30 PM Rembrandt’s 741 North 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 Tickets: FREE

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I Smell You, You Smell Me We go through our days smelling thousands of different odors, though we’re often not even aware of them. Yet these unnoticed airborne chemicals are sending us messages, sometimes about each other. Sniff some demos and learn more the secret language of smell. What is it really telling us? Collaborators: Monell Center

Mix It! Opening Night Party Games, music, and technology collide at the tapping of the Science Festival Beer by Yards Brewery. Enjoy a cold Weizenbock while creating music and building gadgets with NextFab Studios. Collaborators: 8static, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, The Franklin Institute, Frankford Hall, Hudson Beach Glass, NextFab Studios, Temple University, Yards Brewery

APRIL 20, 6:30-8:00 PM Society Hill Playhouse, Red Room 507 South 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 Tickets: $10

APRIL 20, 7:00 PM Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125 Tickets: $5

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Download the PSF iphone app and navigate the calendar by topic, program category, neighborhood, and audience at philasciencefestival.org

A full list of exhibitors and activities is available at www.philasciencefestival.org/carnival.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21

FREE ALL DAY! LOGAN CIRCLE WILL BE TRANSFORMED INTO A SCIENCE WONDERLAND!

The event features more than 100 exhibitors offering non-stop, family-friendly experiments, interactive activities, games, and the opportunity to meet scientists, engineers, and mathematicians all day long.

Don’t miss a packed line-up of live science-themed entertainment on TWO stages this year. In Aviator Park, WXPN Kids Corner host Kathy O’Connell will entertain kids of all ages with a series of science guests and performers — from music to molecules, this stage will be packed with science fun!

Both locally and nationally recognized science musicians and performers will take the stage in front of Family Court all day long. Stage schedules are available at philasciencefestival.org/carnival.

Nibble on liquid nitrogen ice cream, explore how cheese is made, and experience what pH has to do with the way our food tastes in Kitchen Science under Ben Franklin’s watchful gaze from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Franklin Institute’s Franklin Hall.

In addition to the hands-on activities taking place around the Parkway, teens and adults are invited to meet, listen to, and speak with some amazing scientists and engineers throughout the day at both the Science Author Lectures in the Parkway Central Library and the Carnival Café Series at Sister Cities Park.

SCIENCE CARNIVAL

APRIL 21, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Logan Circle FREE ALL DAY


CARNIVAL CAFÉS

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APRIL 21, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Logan Circle FREE ALL DAY

Collider: The Search for the World’s Smallest Particles Learn how the Large Hadron Collider is being used to search for the Higgs boson, dark matter, supersymmetry, and other types of particles. Paul Halpern, author of Collider: The Search for the World’s Smallest Particles, examines what these discoveries could tell us about the universe. Collaborators: University of the Sciences, Philly Works

Philadelphia Zoo Sustainability Philadelphia is becoming a greener, more sustainable city. Many of its institutions are joining in this eco-friendly movement. Join Chris Waldron, Director of Sustainability at the Philadelphia Zoo to see what the zoo is doing to become more sustainable, and learn about the exciting new Children’s Zoo scheduled to open in 2013. Collaborators: Philadelphia Zoo, Philly Works

Silly-Sounding Science: The Importance of Basic Research The engine of scientific progress moves in small increments, often so small that it can seem as if the engine isn’t moving at all. That misunderstanding — that science doesn’t actually improve people’s lives — is behind the regular calls to cut the already meager funding of the national science agencies. Collaborators: University of Pennsylvania, Temple University

The Big C: Everything You Wanted to Know about Cancer, but Were Afraid to Ask The word Cancer often makes people uncomfortable. Come see real cancer cells. Hear reliable information about treatments, research and careers in health care that make Cancer less mysterious and scary. Collaborators: Fox Chase Cancer Center

EcoExpress Presents: How to Bring the Excitement and Learning of the Philadelphia Science Festival Carnival Back to the Classroom Philadelphia area science and environmental educators will discover how to connect the Philadelphia Science Festival experience with the classroom. Teachers can expand their science and environmental resources by attending EcoExpress’s Science Café, where they will have access to free classroom resources. (EcoExpress.org is a program developed by GreenTreks Network, Inc.) Collaborator: Green Treks Network, Inc.

The cafes below will take place in Sister Cities Park, 18th and the Parkway, on Saturday, April 21


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College students and science professionals will have a chance to meet and mingle during the Science Carnival. Exchange business cards and discuss careers with scientists and engineers from Philadelphia’s premiere companies, research centers, and cultural institutions.

The lectures below will take place during the Science Carnival on April 21, at the Parkway Central Library in conjunction with the Philadelphia Book Festival. Buy a book on-site and have it signed by one of these amazing science authors!

Dava Sobel: A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos Award-winning science writer Dava Sobel’s bestselling books include Longitude, Galileo’s Daughter, and The Planets. She has also covered science news for the New York Times. Her new book, A More Perfect Heaven, merges her play, “And the Sun Stood Still,” with a narrative of Copernicus’s life and revolutionary ideas.

Jonathan Haidt: The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion A social psychology professor at the University of Virginia, Jonathan Haidt is an active exponent of the “positive psychology” movement. He has published both research articles and political essays. The Righteous Mind is a landmark exploration into the origins of morality and its role as the foundation of politics and religion.

D. Graham Burnett: The Sounding of the Whale: Science and Cetaceans in the Twentieth Century In The Sounding of the Whale, D. Graham Burnett provides a comprehensive study of cetacean science, history, and policy. Called “the definitive account of whalekind’s transformation from cipher to signifier,” the book shows how science, politics, conservation, and the counterculture intertwine to transform the way whales are regarded.

APRIL 21, 3:00-4:30 PM The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Registration required.

APRIL 21, 1:00 PM Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia PA, 19103 Tickets: FREE



SCIENCE AUTHOR LECTURES: PHILADELPHIA BOOK FESTIVAL


APRIL 21, Full event: 5:30-7:30 PM Fashion show: 6:00-6:30 PM The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $15

APRIL 21, 7:30 PM The Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $10

Design Lab: The Fusion of Science & Style Form, function and sustainability meet beauty in these exhibits showcasing the intersection of science and design. Witness cutting-edge creativity in Philadelphia University's student run Design X Fashion Show. Interact with up-and-coming designers, examine their work, and discuss how science both inspires and fuels their creative processes. Collaborators: Philadelphia University, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Man on a Mission A behind-the-scenes journey with the video game legend, Richard Garriott, in his quest to become the first second-generation astronaut, from making his fortune to spending it (30 million!) to reaching the International Space Station via Russian Rocket. Winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary at SXSW! Directed By Mike Woolf.

SIGNATURE EVENTS

SCIENCE FILM FEST: OPENING NIGHT


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APRIL 22, 2:00-4:00 PM Museum open until 5:00 PM Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 West Montgomery Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19121 Tickets: FREE, Registration required.

APRIL 22, 12:00-3:00 PM Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19143 Tickets: $10

SUNDAY, APRIL 22

Grow It, Cook It, Eat It Everyone can grow tomatoes, but have you ever tried to grow your own mushrooms or spinach? And just what is kohlrabi anyway? Join agricultural experts and culinary students and experience a variety of demonstrations and activities throughout the garden. Find out about the various kinds of produce that is available locally and discover the science behind raising our meats (dairy, pork, and poultry). Learn how to grow veggies — or how to choose and enjoy the wares at the farmers markets popping up all over the city. Collaborators: Bartram’s Garden, Climate and Urban Systems Partnership, Fair Food Philly, Food Trust, The Franklin Institute, The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild, Philadelphia Orchard Project, Teens 4 Good Farm, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Urban Nutrition Initiative, WB Saul High School , Wild Foodies of Philly, Your Path to Health.

Truth, Trust, and Fracking Experts often disagree about issues that greatly affect our lives. How should we operate in light of such uncertainties? A panel will discuss the way we process this information and look at lessons from history that we can apply to current issues, such as hydraulic fracturing in the Marcellus Shale. Collaborators: Wagner Free Institute of Science, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, Philadelphia Area Center for the History of Science, Temple Libraries

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APRIL 22, 12:00-2:00 PM International House 3701 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: $10

APRIL 22, 2:00-4:00 PM International House 3701 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: $10

SCIENCE FILM FEST: EARTH DAY DOUBLE FEATURE

CAFÉ EVENTS

Eco-Pirate: The Story of Paul Hudson (Philadelphia Premiere) ECO-PIRATE tells the story of a man on a mission to save the planet and its oceans. The film follows professional ecologist, Captain Paul Watson as he repeatedly flouts the law, so that he may apprehend what he sees as the more serious law-breakers: the illegal poachers of the world. Directed By Trish Dolan.

Wiebo’s War (Philadelphia Premiere) Wiebo Ludwig (the prime suspect in a series of pipeline bombings) and his family live in northern Alberta, in the heart of Canada’s oil patch. They built their home on top of one of the largest undeveloped fields of natural gas on the continent. WIEBO’S WAR is a complex and compelling documentary that tells the story of a Christian Community, at war with the oil and gas industry. Directed By David York

Digging History: The Science of Excavation Archeology students of all levels join with historians and staff from the Elfreth's Alley Museum to discuss past and future archeological digs, as well as the science and technology involved. Attendees of this Cafe will be invited to come back in May to participate in the actual excavation. Collaborators: Elfreth’s Alley, Temple University

Forgotten Sense: Exploring a World Without Smell Imagine what it would be like to lose the ability to smell. How would it affect how the world around us is perceived? How would it change our enjoyment of food? Meet people who have lost their sense of smell and learn what scientists studying the condition are doing to help. Collaborators: Monell Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Love: Its Evolution and Neurobiology Love – what is it really? Is it just an emotion, or is it more complex? Explore love’s chemistry, connections and evolution from a scientific perspective. Find out how much these factors determine who we love. Collaborators: La Salle University

APRIL 22, 3:00 PM Elfreth’s Alley Museum 126 Elfreth’s Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 22, 8:00 PM L’Etage 624 South 6th Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 22, 6:00 PM National Mechanics 22 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: FREE

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MONDAY, APRIL 23

NEIGHBORHOOD SCIENCE

APRIL 23, 12:00-5:00 PM Drexel University, Bossone Research Center 3120 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: FREE, Registration required.

SIGNATURE EVENTS

APRIL 23, 6:00-7:30 PM Adrienne Theater 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $5

SCIENCE FILM FEST PRESENTS: MOVIE MONDAY DOUBLE FEATURE

Robotics Discovery Day: Philly Robotics Expo The exciting field of robotics will be displayed at the Philly Robotics Expo. Learn from the Philadelphia businesspeople, engineers and students who are transforming science fiction into science reality! Adults and children of all ages are invited to attend hands-on workshops on topics ranging from autonomous programming to robot driving. Collaborators: Central High School, Drexel University, Philly Tech Week

When Good Drugs Turn Bad Scientists and policy makers have long debated how and when a “medicine” becomes a “drug.” Discover the lively history of medicine going to the streets, from Prohibition to today. The program will also explore how drugs are portrayed in popular culture once they have become illegal. Collaborators: Association of Women in Forensic Science, University of the Sciences

The Corridor (Philadelphia Premiere) In this stunning and ambitious science fiction chiller (think Stephen King meets “Donnie Darko”), friends on a weekend excursion discover a spectral corridor through the woods – an impossible hallway, that will change all of their lives. Directed By Evan Kelly

Apartment 143 (Emergo) (East Coast Premiere)Written by Rodrigo Cortes (writer/director of “Buried”), this sci-fi “freakout” focuses on a team of parapsychologists trying to figure out a very strange phenomena occurring in an apartment building. Brace yourself for this terrifying experience! Directed By Carles Torrens

APRIL 23, 8:00-10:00 PM The Trocadero Theater 1003 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tickets: $5

APRIL 23, 10:00-MIDNIGHT The Trocadero Theater 1003 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tickets: $5


CAFÉ EVENTS

Science on Tap Quizzo Back by popular demand, Science on Tap presents Science Quizzo. Teams square off to answer tidbits of trivia — from the atomic weight of plutonium to dinosaurs to Benjamin Rush. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. Collaborators: The Wagner Free Institute, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, American Philosophical Society Museum, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, The Mutter Museum of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, National Mechanics Bar

Orphan Diseases: What Are They and Why Should We Care? What if you keep falling but your doctor doesn’t know why? Over 30 million Americans suffer from an orphan disease, one that afflicts less than 200,000 people. Hear the plight of a patient who fought to be diagnosed and what some Philadelphia scientists are doing to help. Collaborators: Dana Foundation, Monell Center, The Mutter Museum of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, Penn Medicine, Trimethylaminuria Foundation

Science a-Brewin’ Discover the the importance of wetlands and water in the production of beer, the challenges plants face from a growing population and climate change, and green roofs and their positive impact on urban living with Morris Arboretum. Collaborators: Morris Arboretum, Iron Hill Brewery

Science of Nutrition: The Gluten- and Dairy-Free Fad Allergies and intolerance to gluten and dairy — are they health risks or a diet fad? Enjoy gluten- and dairy-free desserts while learning how we digest gluten and dairy. What’s different when our bodies are intolerant? Why are allergies and intolerance increasing, and how can we create healthy diets despite them? Collaborators: Your Path to Health, Pure Fare

APRIL 23, 6:00 PM National Mechanics 22 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: FREE


APRIL 23, 6:30 PM Iron Hill in Chestnut Hill 8400 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 23, 8:00 PM Pure Fare 119 South 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19013 Tickets: $10

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APRIL 24, Doors open: 6:00 PM Program: 7:00-8:30 PM World Café Live 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: $25

APRIL 24, Program: 6:30 PM Book Signing: 7:30 PM The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: FREE, Registration required

TUESDAY, APRIL 24SIGNATURE EVENTS

Earth in Crisis Our planet is changing, but what is really happening? Famed ice core researchers Ellen Mosley Thompson and Lonnie Thompson and a team of museum interpreters will take you on a tour of our planet and its climatological changes with live media, onstage demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Collaborators: The Franklin Institute, Climate and Urban Systems Partnership, Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Greentreks, John Heinz Wildlife Refuge, Philadelphia Water Department, The Philadelphia Zoo, Philly Car Share

Make it a night on the Parkway! Author E.O. Wilson is speaking at the Parkway Central Library at 7:00 PM.

Science Cabaret Back by popular demand! The cabaret returns with another evening of eye-popping experiments that showcase the power of science. Scientists will each have 20 minutes to perform amazing demonstrations to entertain and enlighten while the audience will help determine the winner of the coveted Golden Spoon trophy. The evening will be emceed by Brian Malow, science comedian. Collaborators: the Chemical Heritage Foundation, The Franklin Institute, Temple University

Extraction: Food and Flavor The chemistry lab meets the kitchen as Shola Olunloyo demonstrates how modern technology can both speed up food preparation and provide enhanced flavor profiles. Discuss the tradeoffs of these new technologies — what do we lose when we hasten the cooking process? Explore how we perceive taste and the role that memory plays in our feelings about food while experiencing some of Olunloyo’s tasty demonstrations.Collaborators: Studio Kitchen, The Franklin Institute, Monell Center

The Great Vaccine Debate Vaccines protect us against deadly diseases, but a debate has sprung up about their safety. Some parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children, leading to the return of some diseases. Get the scoop from vaccine scientists, medical ethicists, and Mark Largent, author of Vaccine: The Debate in Modern America. Collaborators: The Wistar Institute, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania

APRIL 24, 7:00-8:30 PM The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Tickets: FREE, Registration required

APRIL 24, 6:00-7:30 PM Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: $15 adults, $5 children


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APRIL 24, 5:00-9:00 PM Earth Bread and Brewery 7136 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19119 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 24, 6:30 PM Triumph Brewery 117 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 24, 6:30 PM Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction 116 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 24, 6:30 PM DiBruno Brothers 1730 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $35

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Tabletop Science Dr. Fred Schaefer and Faye Flam host a night of tabletop science. Join a hands-on, interactive science lesson filled with chemistry activities and demonstrations, all in the comfort of this neighborhood brew pub. Collaborators: University of the Sciences, Earth Bread and Brewery

Blogging and Beer: A Discussion with “The Public’s Health” Have a beer over a rousing discussion of Philadelphia’s public health issues. Learn about the history of public health in Philadelphia and why these issues are important with two Inquirer bloggers and other public health experts. Collaborators: The Philadelphia Inquirer, Drexel University, Triumph Brewery

Is There No Truth in Beauty: Cultural Beauty and Geek Chic “Geeks” and “nerds” are terms often used pejoratively to describe social outcasts who are more concerned with technical and academic pursuits than social conventions. In a highly technical society, why has the stereotype historically been a negative one? See how this perception is shifting to more positive depictions in popular culture. Collaborators: La Salle University, Art in the Age, Geekadelphia

Wine Chemistry: Best and Worst Pairings Come learn about the science behind the chemical harmony of perfect food and wine pairings. Why does a red wine go best with red meat? What helps to quell spicy foods? Sample various wine and food pairings and experience the difference made by a perfect match — at the same time, experience the unfortunate disharmony of a bad pairing. Collaborators: Wine School of Philadelphia, DiBruno Brothers

The Chocolate Farmer (East Coast Premiere) THE CHOCOLATE FARMER is the story of Eladio Pop, a cacao farmer in a remote district of southern Belize. A direct descendant of the ancient Maya, Eladio comes face to face with the moral dilemmas around the “fair trade” label within the multi-billion dollar chocolate industry. Enjoy a tasting and discussion with chocolate scientists from Mars, Inc. Directed By Rohan Fernando.

APRIL 24, 9:00 PM International House 3701 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: $10

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25

Great Gigs Explore what some of the coolest professionals do during a typical day at the office. Look at the brain in a whole new way; investigate the biomechanics of lizards and crabs; discover a dinosaur; learn what it takes to infuse flavor into everyday foods – all part of a day’s work for these science professionals. Listen, ask questions, and learn more through interactive demonstrations. Collaborators: Drexel University, Studio Kitchen, Temple University, The Franklin Institute

Science Superheroes Sometimes the world needs a superhero. As the global population approaches seven billion people, we are faced with many critical challenges. The depletion of fuel sources, the disappearance of arable land, more virulent bacteria and viruses, and a warming climate put our survival into question. Discover what some great scientific minds are doing to combat these dangers. Collaborators: University of Pennsylvania, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, The Franklin Institute, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia University, Temple University

APRIL 25, 12:00-1:30 PM Drexel University, Mitchell Auditorium 3128 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: FREE Registration required.

APRIL 25, 7:00-9:00 PM Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: $10


APRIL 25 Multiple Locations (visit philasciencefestival.org) Registration required.

APRIL 25, 3:00 PM Multiple Locations

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Step behind the scenes at the zoo, spend a day in the chemistry lab, or get a first-hand look at the real science that is happening right here in Philadelphia! Labs will be open to students during the morning and afternoon and will provide hands on activities and tours. See what scientists really do! For more details visit www.philasciencefestival.org/educators.

NEIGHBORHOOD SCIENCE AFTERSCHOOL Neighborhood science events will take place at the following locations. For program timing and event specifics, visit philasciencefestival.org

Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 South 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Widener Branch Library 2808 West Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132

Falls of Schuylkill Branch Library 3501 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19129

Greater Olney Branch Library 5501 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120

Durham Branch Library 3320 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Wynnefield Branch Library 5325 Overbrook Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Eastwick Branch Library 2851 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Katherine Drexel Branch Library 11099 Knights Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154



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5 Smart Talk: Women in Science Come for coffee and conversation! Listen to a panel of speakers featuring women who have active, exciting careers in the life sciences, then participate in the interactive Q&A session. Collaborators: University City Science Center, Deloitte, Odell Studner, University City Keystone Innovation Zone

It’s All-Natural and Organic! What You Don’t Know Might Hurt You Explore the realities of the “all-natural” and “organic” craze that has spurred the demonization of things that are “chemical,” “synthetic,” or “genetically modified.” We'll look at how lack of information — or misinformation — about what is "healthy" and "safe" can be damaging not only to people but the environment as well. Collaborators: La Salle University

From Farm to Fork: Dangerous Foods — Facts, Fears, and Foibles Does the five-second rule really count? How strict is the expiration date on milk? What could those little bacteria really do to us? Come look at food safety from the scientific perspective, and learn about risk aversion that can become irrationality about food. Collaborators: Monell Center, University City Science Center

Whose Nano Is It Anyway? Play an interactive card game designed to get participants to reflect on the potential uses of nanotechnology around the world. After game play, there will a facilitated discussion to help players reflect on the choices they made, the difficulty in finding appropriate technologies, and other possible nanotechnologies. Collaborators: The Franklin Institute, City Tap House

APRIL 25, 8:00-10:00 AM Quorum at the University City Science Center 3711 Market Street, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: FREE Registration required.

APRIL 25, 3:00 PM La Salle University, Holroyd Science Center 1900 West Olney Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19141 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 25, 6:30 PM City Tap House 3925 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: FREE




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NEIGHBORHOOD SCIENCE AFTERSCHOOL Neighborhood science events will take place at the following locations. For program timing and event specifics, visit philasciencefestival.org

Andorra Branch Library 705 Cathedral Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19128

Bustleton Branch Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116

Bushrod Branch Library 6043 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19149

Richmond Branch Library 2987 Almond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Overbrook Park Branch Library 7422 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19151

Wadsworth Avenue Branch Library 1500 Wadsworth Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150

APRIL 26 For program timing and event specifics, visit philasciencefestival.org


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Science Connections: Culture, The Environment and You Explore the connections between culture, science, and the environment at this exclusive Philadelphia Science Festival professional development activity for educators. Join us for African cuisine and science learning as we take a close look at how the environment shapes our lives through hands-on activities and dialogues with science and education professionals. Collaborators: Penn Museum, African Studies Center- University of Pennsylvania, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Institute of Regenerative Medicine-University of Pennsylvania

Meet and Geek! Connect with nerds of every stripe in a twist on traditional speed dating. Whether you’re looking for love, friendship, or networking opportunities, here’s a playful way to meet likeminded people. Mix and mingle starts at 6 p.m., followed by ten rounds of musical chairs. Includes free admission to NerdNite. Collaborators: the Chemical Heritage Foundation, Frankford Hall, Nerd Nite

Chocolate, Sex, and Scandal: The Role of an Innocent Bean in the Courts of Europe Ever wonder why we react so strongly to that little seed of the cacao tree? Its trace elements affect our psychology as well as our taste buds. Enjoy samples of chocolates as we learn how to listen to its symphony and hear its intriguing history on the world stage. Collaborators: Penn Museum, Mars Incorporated

Science of Death: What Lies Within Mütter and Beneath Laurel Hill Learn about the rise of embalming during and after the Civil War, and the chemicals and equipment used. Attendees will have the opportunity to check out some of the Mütter Museum’s artifacts. Afterward, take a twilight journey through the cemetery, visiting the graves of residents with stories both odd and unforgettable. Collaborators: The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, Laurel Hill Cemetery

APRIL 26, 4:30-6:30 PM Penn Museum 3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: FREE, Registration required

APRIL 26, Doors open: 6:00 PM Event starts at: 6:30 PM (followed by A Nerd's Guide to Surviving the Apocalypse) Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125 Tickets: $15 Registration required

APRIL 26, 6:30 PM DiBruno Brothers 1730 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $5

APRIL 26, 6:30 PM Laurel Hill Cemetery 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132 Tickets: $20

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A Nerd's Guide to Surviving the Apocalypse Who would be ready if the world ended tomorrow? Find out as Nerd Nite conducts a tour of the Apocalypse. Learn about how the end of the world is portrayed in movies and TV, pack an emergency kit, and learn the most basic of survival skills. Collaborators: Nerd Nite Philadelphia, Drexel University, West Philadelphia Orchestra, Penn Museum

Life, Sex, Death (and Food): A Historical Look at the Science That Drives Us You’re born, you eat, you reproduce, you die. Over the years, scientists have come up with explanations for these acts that may strike us as bizarre today. Science historians and comedians partner up to examine some of these theories — the scientists will give them straight, and the comedians with a twist! Collaborators: Philadelphia Area Center for the History of Science, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, Philadelphia Improv Theater

APRIL 26, 8:00 PM (After Meet & Geek!) Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125 Tickets: $5 at door; free for Meet & Geek attendees

APRIL 26, 7:00-8:30 PM Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: $10

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Don't Burst My Bubble A mixture of engineering, sensory science, and physics will bubble up to discuss – and demonstrate -the science of bubbles. How are these wonderful spheres formed? How big can they get without popping? How can teeny tiny bubbles be used to travel through the blood and target cancer cells? What's the scoop on carbonation? Everything bubbly you ever wanted to want to know. Collaborators: Monell Center, University of Pennsylvania LRSM

The City Dark After moving to NYC from rural Maine, filmmaker Ian Cheney (King Corn) asks a simple question - do we need the stars? - taking him from Brooklyn to Mauna Kea, Paris, and beyond. THE CITY DARK is the definitive story of light pollution and, disappearing stars, and the loss of night. Prior to the screening, Franklin Institute Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts will interview John Mather, NASA Senior Astrophysicist. Directed By Ian Cheney

APRIL 27, 6:00 PM Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19125 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 27, 7:00 PM The Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: FREE, Registration required.


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For centuries, artists and scientists have worked together to explore the life sciences. Discover how their work reflects our cultural history and see the evolution from classical illustration to today’s medical illustration, which includes the animation of molecular and cellular processes, simulation, virtual and augmented reality, gaming, and mobile media. Collaborators: Association of Medical Illustrators, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, The Wistar Institute

Murder at the Mütter™: President Lincoln Is Shot! Explore the forensics behind President Lincoln’s assassination. Following a live re-enactment of the assassination, guests will explore the crime scene themselves, using 19th-century forensic methods. Later, today’s forensic experts will cover topics like ballistics, crime scene investigation, and blood analysis. The evening ends with a reception. Collaborators: The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, Association of Women in Forensic Science, LaSalle University, Philadelphia University, University of the Sciences

All About Ales: The Science of Beer The Yards brewers will answer your questions about the science of brewing and the chemistry behind different brews — what makes an IPA different from a porter? In the tasting room, explore great beer and food pairings and learn the chemistry that makes them go together. Collaborators: Yards Brewery, Betty’s Speakeasy and Fudge, Birchrun Hill Farms, Monell Center, Oyster House, Percy Street BBQ

APRIL 27, 6:00-7:30 PM Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts 118 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102 Tickets: $10

APRIL 27, 6:00-9:30 PM The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia 19 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $55

APRIL 27, 7:00 PM Yards Brewery 901 North Delaware Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Tickets: $30

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APRIL 27, 7:00-10:00 PM Stargazing starts: 8:20 Various locations Tickets: FREE

Awbury Arboretum 1 Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA 19138

Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial 62 Battleship Place, Camden Waterfront, NJ 08103 Activities: Celestial navigation lessons

Community Science and Technology Education Project (CSTEP) Lighthouse Baseball Field 191 West Erie Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19140

Congreso Headquarters 216 West Somerset Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133

Drexel University Lynch Observatory, Main Building, 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19104

Fairhill Burial Ground 901 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19133

Folks-Arts Cultural Treasure Charter School 1023 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123

Franklin Square Park Race Street Between 6th Street and 7th Street Activities: Crafting, mini golf and Carousel open late

Imani Circle Charter School 5612 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Independence Seaport Museum 211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Activities: Celestial navigation lessons

More than 20 venues around Philadelphia will host star parties. At each site, amateur astronomers will bring out their telescopes to show locals the wonders of the night sky. Participants can make take-home star wheels. Some sites will have additional activities. A portion of the stargazing equipment generously provided by Celestron


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John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19153 Activities: Bird migration and moon watching; frog watch with the Philadelphia Zoo

Laurel Hill Cemetery 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132 Activities: Interpretive overview of cemetery grounds

LEAP Academy Charter 639 Cooper Street, Camden, NJ 08102

Philadelphia Center for Arts and Technology 2111 Eastburn Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035 Activities: Night hikes and campfire

School of the Future 4021 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy’s Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 19128 Activities: Night hikes and campfire

Swarthmore College Peter van de Kamp Observatory Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA 19081 Activities: Observatory will be OPEN

The Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Teens 4 Good Farm 800 Poplar Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 NOTE: PROGRAM BEGINS AT 6:00 PM Activities: Visit the first Teens 4 Good (T4G) farm, where the T4G youth and farmers will give tours. Learn about the different crops, a new water catchment system that recycles water for irrigation, and their weekly market stand. In addition, receive delicious chocolate candy made from T4G-grown mint.

University of Pennsylvania College Green, 3400 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Activities: Multiple mini lectures and snacks

University of the Sciences Main Quad 43rd and Woodland, Philadelphia, PA 19104

West Chester University West Chester University South Campus, 855 South New Street, West Chester, PA 19383


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SATURDAY, APRIL 28


Educator Discovery Day: Regional US Forum for Innovative Educators and Learners Celebrate great teaching and learning as educators, learners, and schools are honored during this showcase of ways technology is furthering educational transformation. Network with educators from across the northeast region, experience and demo new education technologies, attend workshops showcasing free tools available for educators and schools, and hear from speakers and experts on innovation in education. Collaborators: School of the Future, Microsoft Corporation, Science Leadership Academy

Nano Discovery Day Learn about the coolest science that’s too small to see! Hands-on activities will reveal the unexpected properties of materials when you zoom into the nanoscale. Scientists will demonstrate the new discoveries in nanoscale science and engineering research and how it impacts the world around us. Collaborators: The Franklin Institute, Federation of Neighborhood Centers, North Light Community Center, University of Pennsylvania

All Things Fermented: The Science of Beer and Cheese Philly's beer scene is hopping — here’s an opportunity to learn about the fascinating science behind how these great brews are made. This entertaining, enlightening, and delicious two-hour tasting adventure in Old City will introduce seven stellar drafts brewed on-site at Triumph Brewing Company, and four sumptuous farmstead cheeses. Collaborators: City Food Tours, DiBruno Brothers, Triumph Brewery

APRIL 28, 12:00 PM School of the Future 4021 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: FREE, Registration required.

APRIL 28, 3:30-5:30 PM Triumph Brewing Company 117 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA, 19106 Tickets: $50

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APRIL 28, TBD North Light Community Center 175 Green Lane Philadelphia, PA 19127 Tickets: FREE


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Science Scavenger Hunt Discover Philadelphia’s rich science history through this scavenger hunt. Use an optional i-Phone app to find clues and learn about amazing scientific discoveries made in Philadelphia. Visit museums and historic landmarks while racing for prizes and solving a few riddles along the way. Collaborators: La Salle University, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, The Franklin Institute, The Wistar Institute

Science Night at the Ballpark Science Night at the Ballpark is back! Cheer on the Phillies as they take on the Chicago Cubs, all while learning about the science of sports. Experience the physics behind the game, and take in one of a dozen activities throughout the stadium during the first three innings.

Flatline An Official Selection of Sundance 2012, FLATLINE tells the story of Billy Cohn and Bud Frazier, two visionary doctors from the Texas Heart Institute successfully replaced a dying man's heart with a rotor-driven artificial one—proving that life is possible without a heartbeat. Directed By Jeremiah Zagar. Visit The Giant Heart exhibit at The Franklin Institute while experiencing the film.

Pink Ribbons, Inc. (Philadelphia Premiere) Breast cancer has become the poster child of corporate cause-related marketing campaigns. Each year, millions of dollars are raised in the name of breast cancer, but where does this money go and what does it actually achieve? PINK RIBBONS, INC., shows how the devastating reality of breast cancer becomes concealed by a shiny, pink story of success. Directed By Lea Pool

APRIL 28, 2:00 PM Tickets: FREE.

APRIL 28, Doors open: 4:30 PM, Game starts: 7:05 PM Citizen’s Bank Park One Citizen's Bank Way, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148 Tickets: $20 and up

APRIL 28, 2:30 PM The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: FREE with TFI admission


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Sweet Beats: The Science of Music Step into the world of waves, scales, and beats with scientists and engineers as they explain the building blocks of music and examine how it works in our brains. Smartphone apps will show these building blocks in action during jazz improvisations. Collaborators: Drexel University, Haverford College, University of Pennsylvania Center for Cognitive Neuroscience

Discovery Day at the Seaport Discover what makes boats float, how steam is used to bend wood, and how to track the weather. Learn about the science of water and meet marine wildlife. Even make your own boat! Enjoy dozens of demonstrations and activities around the museum and its ships. Collaborators: Independence Seaport Museum, Infoage, The Franklin Institute, New Jersey Association of Aquatic Sciences, Society of Women Engineers , University of Delaware

Clark Park Science Discovery Day Discover science in West Philly! Meet local scientists and science students as they uncover wonders throughout Clark Park. Interactive, hands-on activities illuminate the science of the outdoors, from seed bombs to the physics of basketball. Help dig up archaeological treasures or creepy-crawly creatures. Collaborators: University of Pennsylvania, Breadboard, Bartram's Garden, The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, Drexel University, NextFab, Penn Museum, Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia Zoo, University City District, University City Science Center, UC Green, University of the Sciences, Woodlands Cemetery

APRIL 29, 10:00AM-5:00 PM Independence Seaport Museum 211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: $5 in advance, $12 at door.

APRIL 29, 11:00AM-4:00 PM Clark Park Between 43rd and 45th Streets and Chester and Woodland Avenues, Philadelphia, PA, 19103 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 29, 2:00-3:30 PM Drexel University, Mitchell Auditorium 3128 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: $5

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APRIL 29, 10:00AM-5:00 PM Independence Seaport Museum 211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tickets: $5 in advance, $12 at door.

APRIL 29, 11:00AM-4:00 PM Clark Park Between 43rd and 45th Streets and Chester and Woodland Avenues, Philadelphia, PA, 19103 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 29, 2:00-3:30 PM Drexel University, Mitchell Auditorium 3128 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tickets: $5

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APRIL 29, 2:00 PM Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19125 Tickets: FREE

APRIL 29, 2:00 PM COOK 253 South 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Tickets: $115


Ultrafast DNA Sequencing: Speed Reading and the Blueprint of Life Explore discoveries around new techniques for determining the sequence of amino acids in DNA using grapheme. Find out what this new technology brings to the field of genetics and what this could mean for the future of genome mapping. Collaborators: University of Pennsylvania LRSM

Science Ink: Tattoos of the Science-Obsessed and Skin Biology This is the event for anyone who has ever thought of having an image of the double helix imprinted on an arm or buttocks. Author Carl Zimmer and body artist Mandy Sauler will discuss Zimmer’s book Science Ink, which looks at the devoted men and women of the scientific world who have commemorated their research with body art. They’ll also cover the use of tattoos in modern medicine and cosmetics. Collaborators: Penn Medicine, Frankford Hall

The Magic and Science of Baking Baking a good recipe can seem almost magical, but chemistry is what really makes the perfect dessert. How do simple ingredients like flour, sugar and eggs really turn into delicious treats? Watch and taste as Whipped Bakeshop owner Zoe Lukas demonstrates some of the science behind baking with her delicious cupcakes. Collaborators: COOK, The Franklin Institute, Whipped Bakeshop

A Fierce Green Fire (East Coast Premiere) An Official Selection Of Sundance 2012 & over a decade in the making, A FIERCE GREEN FIRE documents the environmental movement’s evolution from the 1960’s to the present, the largest movement the world has ever seen and perhaps the most crucial in terms of what’s at stake. Directed By Mark Kitchell


POP-UP GALLERY POD ON THE PARKWAY

“Objects of Curiosity” installation by Mike Stifel and Rebecca Rutstein The latest Mars Rover, dubbed “Curiosity,” is currently en route to Mars. Sharing an interest in space exploration, husband and wife artists Mike Stifel and Rebecca Rutstein have teamed up to create a temporary installation inspired by mission, which is due to touch down on the red planet in August. Stifel, a sculptor, and Rutstein, a painter, have transformed an 8-foot x16-foot mobile storage unit (aka, a POD) with their vision of what the Rover’s entry sequence will look and feel like. The walls, imbued with panoramic vistas suggestive of a Mars landscape in the form of wireframe contour mappings, create a backdrop for abstracted white paper models illustrating the various stages of the spacecraft in its last minutes of flight. The POD gallery, located outside of The Franklin Institute, will be open daily during the Festival and during special events such as the Carnival and Astronomy Night.

The pop-gallery is a collaboration with Stifel, Rutstein and the Bridgette Mayer Gallery, one of the region’s leading contemporary art galleries.

Also during the Festival, the Gallery – at 709 Walnut Street – will have an exhibit by world-renowned photographer Sharon Harper called “From Above and Below.” The exhibit is free and open to the general public Tuesday – Saturday in the Gallery’s Vault Space. The images draw on scientific and artistic uses of photography to “illuminate existential concerns, embracing photography’s contradictory ability to verify empirical evidence and evoke fantastical possibilities,” explains Harper. Learn more at BridgetteMayerGallery.com.

Sharon Harper Moon Studies and Star Scratches, No 7.

Mike Stifel

Rebecca Rutstein

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Celestron, Quaker Chemical, NextFab Studio,Villanova University

Titanium Sponsors:

Cigna, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Geosyntec Consultants,

The Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Seventh Generation,

The SI Organization Inc., University City Science Center, US Airways

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Stockton & Partners

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