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SUMMARY:3D Printing for Homeschoolers | Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:From prototype to print\, design real solutions for real-world problems! In this hands-on course\, students will explore the world of 3D printing and CAD (computer-aided design) by creating original models they can bring to life with our Prusa printers. Beyond just printing fun objects\, students will be challenged to identify real-world problems and design practical solutions. They’ll learn essential design principles\, how to prepare (“slice”) their models for printing\, and how 3D printers translate code into physical form. Along the way\, they’ll gain valuable skills in creative thinking\, troubleshooting\, and iteration\, just like real engineers and designers. \nClass runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm\, Fridays\, October 3 – November 7. \nREGISTER ONLINE\n$480 per student
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/3d-printing-for-homeschoolers-ages-6-9-2/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschooling
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SUMMARY:Fall FLL Robotics | Ages 9-14
DESCRIPTION:FALL IS ROBOTICS SEASON AT TALCOTT!\n\nJoin our award-winning 6-week program and prepare to compete in the FIRST LEGO League Robotics competition in November! \n\n\n\nStudents spend six weeks of instruction in our mountaintop robotics lab\, complete with LEGO SPIKE PRIME robots and expert coaches to help them design\, build\, troubleshoot\, code and compete in the Fall 2025 season. Two teams of up to 10 students each will create a robot to play the “Unearthed!” game. Students will grow their critical thinking\, coding\, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning — and uncover the future! They’ll compete in at least one regional competition\, with a chance to attend the State Tournament based on performance. \n\n\n\nSix Saturdays\, plus at least one competition\, October – December 9:00am – 3:00pm \nREGISTER ONLINE\n$750 per student
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/fall-fll-robotics-ages-9-14-2025/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturdays and Vacation
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SUMMARY:Skygazing on Talcott Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening of stargazing at Talcott Mountain Science Center’s mountaintop campus!  You’ll begin your night with a guided constellation tour in our planetarium\, followed by outdoor telescope viewing under the stars. \nWith our powerful telescopes\, we’ll search for stars\, planets\, deep sky objects\, and more! Saturn takes center stage at this special night under the stars! Join us for an unforgettable evening of skywatching as we turn our telescopes toward the planet’s dazzling rings and learn what makes it one of the crown jewels of our solar system. \nBecause much of the program takes place outdoors\, please dress for the weather — anticipating cooler temperatures on the mountain than in the surrounding towns. This program is ideal for both astronomy enthusiasts and curious minds ages 4 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult). \nDon’t miss this chance to experience the night sky from one of Connecticut’s most scenic and inspiring vantage points! \n$25/Adults (Ages 14+)\n$15/Children (Under 14) \nPURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE\nIn the event of cancellation due to inclement weather\, we will contact the primary registrant via email and/or phone. (Please provide accurate contact information when registering.) Any cancellations or postponements will be decided no later than noon the day of the event. \nQuestions prior to the event? Contact Danielle Limata at 860.677.8571 or email dlimata@tmsc.org. \nThis event is sponsored by:
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/skygazing-on-talcott-mountain-3/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skygazing
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SUMMARY:Curious Minds Workshop
DESCRIPTION:All children are born curious; it’s our job to help them stay that way. Let us help you give your student something much better than a Saturday on the couch scrolling. \nJoin us Saturday Nov 15th from 9 AM to 2 PM on the beautiful campus of Talcott Mountain Academy\, where curious minds ages 7–11 can explore hands-on STEM adventures in aerodynamics\, engineering\, ecosystems\, and stop-motion animation with our expert educators. \nWhile your child dives into discovery\, parents have the option to attend a special seminar with Dr. Kenneth Wright\, Dean of the Academy\, on “Perfectionism in High-Ability Kids” learning how to nurture healthy striving without toxic self-expectations. \nREGISTER TODAY \nSpaces are limited — register today and keep curiosity alive! \n  \n\nBrain Body Bootcamp \nStudents will strengthen focus\, coordination\, and problem-solving through structured movement and cognitive challenges\, exploring how physical activity supports learning and building teamwork. Ages 7-9. Teacher: Sean Conlin \nEngineering with Simple Machines \nStudents will explore levers\, pulleys\, gears\, and inclined planes through hands-on building and challenge activities. They’ll discover how simple machines help us solve some of engineering’s biggest problems. Ages 7-9. Teacher: Mike Moynihan \nStop Animation \nStudents will learn basic animation principles by designing characters\, building with clay\, and creating a short stop-motion film. Ages 7-9. Teacher: Katie Larsen \nEngineering Aerodynamics \nStudents will investigate flight by testing how design affects lift\, drag\, and thrust using paper airplanes\, gliders\, and exploring small rockets. Ages 9-11. Teacher: Hannah Marye \nNature Journaling \nStudents will practice scientific observation and documentation\, recording data on local plants and animals through guided journaling and the combination of science and art. Ages 9-11. Teacher: Brigette Zacharczenko \nREGISTRATION STARTS HERE
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/curious-minds-workshop/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Academy\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturdays and Vacation
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SUMMARY:TMA/Alumni Community Skygazing & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:*A special event exclusively for TMSCA Alumni\, Alumni Parents\, and Current TMA Families** \nWe’re excited to invite you to the mountain for a special evening that brings together our Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy alumni and current Academy families in a new way. Join us on Friday\, November 21\, 2025\, for an opportunity to connect and share the wonder of the night sky. \nJoin us for some or all of the following: \nCampus Tours and Classroom Visits | 4:00-5:15 p.m. (Alumni Only) \nRevisit the spaces that sparked your curiosity as a student and connect with Talcott staff and fellow alumni. \nSkygazing | 5:15-6:00 p.m. \nExperience the beauty of the night sky guided by our expert astronomers. Together\, with current Academy families\, we’ll view planets\, galaxies\, and nebula through powerful telescopes and inside of the 44-foot dome of our planetarium. \nTMSCA Community Dinner | 6:00 p.m. \nStay for dinner and conversation with alumni\, families\, and staff. It’s a chance to share stories\, make new connections\, and celebrate the curiosity that continues to unite our community. \nWe hope you’ll join us for this meaningful evening at Talcott Mountain under the stars. RSVP’s required before November 12. \n[RSVP Today]\nFor questions\, please contact Christine Buhler: CBuhler@tmsc.org \n  \n  \nThis event is sponsored by:
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/tma-alumni-community-skygazing-dinner/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skygazing
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SUMMARY:Physics for Homeschoolers | Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:The way things look\, move\, and sound – are all due to physics! Experiment with magnetism\, electricity\, the properties of light\, rainbows\, circuitry\, and sound waves. From the subatomic to the stellar\, electromagnetic waves are everywhere! \nClass runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm\, Fridays\, March 20 – May 8. (No classes April 3 & April 17) \nREGISTER ONLINE\n$480 per student
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/physics-for-homeschoolers-ages-10-13/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschooling
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SUMMARY:Weather for Homeschoolers | Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:Become a weather forecaster! In this class\, students will use the same tools as real meteorologists to predict the weather themselves. They will learn how to read weather maps\, how storm systems move\, and how to interpret weather model data. Students will even produce their own weather forecast videos using a green screen! \nClass runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm\, Fridays\, March 20 – May 8. (No classes April 3 & April 17) \nREGISTER ONLINE\n$480 per student
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/weather-for-homeschoolers-ages-10-13/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
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SUMMARY:3D Printing for Homeschoolers | Ages 6-9
DESCRIPTION:Imagine it\, design it\, print it! In this playful introduction to 3D printing\, students will become young inventors as they explore the basics of computer-aided design (CAD). Using kid-friendly software\, they’ll design simple creations – like custom keychains\, game pieces\, or animal figurines – and bring them to life with our Prusa 3D printers. Along the way\, we’ll learn how 3D printers work\, how ideas become digital models\, and how to fix little design errors like real engineers. Creativity\, problem-solving\, and fun are the name of the game; no experience needed! \nClass runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm\, Fridays\, March 20 – May 8. (No classes April 3 & April 17) \nREGISTER ONLINE\n$480 per student
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/3d-printing-for-homeschoolers-ages-6-9/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschooling
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SUMMARY:Ecology for Homeschoolers | Ages 6-9
DESCRIPTION:Why do cats have sharp teeth? Why does moss grow on trees? How do polar bears survive in the Arctic? This ecology class will tackle many of the “whys” that students have about interactions between animals\, plants\, and the environment. We will focus on adaptations to different biomes\, predator/prey interactions\, food webs\, and different kinds of symbiosis. We will learn about the live animals in our classroom (snakes\, hermit crabs\, and more!)\, look at specimens and bones\, build trophic pyramids\, and get grossed out by parasites. Students should come prepared with questions and curiosity!  \nClass runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm\, Fridays\, March 20 – May 8. (No classes April 3 & April 17) \nREGISTER ONLINE\n$480 per student
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/ecology-for-homeschoolers-ages-6-9-2/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschooling
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SUMMARY:Skygazing 4.10.26
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of Skygazing at Talcott Mountain Science Center from 9:00-10:30pm. Guests will observe the night sky through telescopes hosted by Talcott’s astronomer. This event is sky-gazing only and does not include a planetarium show. \nRegistration Link: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=9d9d0f7f-14c9-4497-8475-be5f8550ec17&envId=p-gRgXQ9AFuEyGcvWLymYQbw&zone=usa
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/skygazing-4-10-26/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skygazing
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SUMMARY:April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:Vacations should be fun\, and so should learning! That’s why students love spending their vacation weeks with Talcott Mountain Science Center (TMSC). During April Break\, we offer state-of-the-art STEM programs for K-8 students\, designed to keep their sense of discovery and accomplishment going strong. Led by professional STEM educators\, each program delivers hands-on\, inquiry-based learning in an engaging and supportive environment. To register\, click here.
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/april-vacation-program/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T210000
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SUMMARY:Skygazing 5.01.26
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of skygazing at Talcott Mountain Science Center from 9:00-10:30pm. Guests will observe the night sky through telescopes hosted by Talcott’s astronomer. This event is sky-gazing only and does not include a planetarium show. \nRegistration Link: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=efc24871-e547-43bf-a523-b4ad04d5303b&envId=p-gRgXQ9AFuEyGcvWLymYQbw&zone=usa
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/skygazing-5-01-26/
LOCATION:Talcott Mountain Science Center\, 324 Montevideo Road\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skygazing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
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SUMMARY:OSG Lecture: Dr. Eric Fossum
DESCRIPTION:TMRI’s On the Shoulders of Giants (OSG) Lecture Series brings STEM luminaries and other creative thinkers to Talcott Mountain for presentations to the general public. Dr. Eric Fossum (Dartmouth College) is the OSG Lecturer for May 2026. Reception with Dr. Fossum will follow. \nTo register & purchase tickets: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=a1b4fa1c-f4d5-4db7-be2f-e053d183ba0e&envId=p-gRgXQ9AFuEyGcvWLymYQbw&zone=usa
URL:https://talcottscience.org/event/osg-lecture-dr-eric-fossum/
CATEGORIES:Other
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