Saturday Robotics – FIRST LEGO LEAGUE
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesJoin our award-winning FIRST LEGO League (FLL) teams “Talcott Thunder” and “Talcott Lightning” for the 2023 season!
$550.00
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BOTANY for Homeschoolers
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesDid you know that trees can talk to each other? And that some plants have exploding seeds? You may have heard about carnivorous plants, but did you know some plants eat bat droppings? Botany is a lot more exciting than you might think! This course will include a mixture of lessons, labs, and outdoor exploration.
$550
Skygazing — An Introduction to Astrophotography
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesImagine being able to take gorgeous images of the night sky, startrails, the moon and more! Join Astronomer John Natale in the Talcott Mountain Science Center (TMSC) Planetarium to learn about the basics of astrophotography and how he learned the art of photographing the night sky on his own.
December Vacation – Ultimate Snowball Challenge | Gr. 3-5
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United States3-DAY PROGRAM: Dec. 27, 28 & 29 | 9AM – 3PM
Get ready for snow days with the The Ultimate Snowball Challenge! What makes the best snowball snow? How can you build an impenetrable snow fort? What’s the best kind of insulation to help you stay warm on a snowy day? We’ll learn the science behind snow just in time for winter fun. Please note: this program will run snow or shine, so please make sure to dress for the weather each day!
$250
December Vacation – Crafty Science | Gr. 4-8
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United States3-DAY PROGRAM: Dec. 27, 28 & 29 | 9AM – 3PM
Looking for hands-on learning? We put the “A” (art) in STEAM during this program! Students will do experiments, build models, create contraptions, and make works of art using science – resulting in plenty of cool projects to take home! This year at Talcott Mountain our theme is “sustainability” so there will be an added twist of re-using household materials.
$250
December Vacation – The Science of Magic | Gr. K-2
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United States3-DAY PROGRAM: Dec. 27, 28 & 29 | 9AM – 3PM
There’s some great science that seems magical, and some awesome tricks that you can make using science. Sharpen your skills and fool your friends! Learn illusions, tricks and much more! Cards, cups and balls, magic wands, disappearing coins and so much more! All materials are included, with plenty of take-home tricks!
$250
Astronomy | Ages 6-8
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesIn this 6-week program ideal for homeschoolers, students ages 6-8 will explore the wonders of the solar system and beyond with Hannah Marye, Instructor. Students will journey through the cosmos […]
$300
3D Printing | Ages 9-12
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesThe things we have didn’t happen by magic. They were designed and created by people. Today those people use technologies that didn’t exist 20 years ago. In this engaging, hands-on, […]
$300
The Science of Magic | Ages 9-12
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesWhat makes a great magic trick, illusion or sleight of hand? How do we fool people with these? Are scientists immune to such trickery? Is that great thing you saw […]
$300
Genetics | Ages 13-15
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesLearn about what makes you, YOU! In this engaging, hands-on class ideal for homeschoolers, students ages 13-15 will embark on a 6-week journey with Talcott Instructor Brigette Zacharczenko to explore […]
$300
A Bite of the Sun: Solar Eclipse Viewing on Talcott Mtn.
Talcott Mountain Science Center 324 Montevideo Road, Avon, CT, United StatesHold the afternoon of April 8th for a special event on Talcott Mountain! Register below to receive word of updates here on the website for our eclipse festival “A Bite of the Sun: Solar Eclipse Viewing on Talcott Mountain.” Put a * on your calendar for April 8th! A dramatic astronomical event happens in […]
Weather Wizards | Gr. K-2
Make snow in the spring, create a model tornado, and experience mini lightning storms that will make your hair stand on end, literally! Create weather instruments to take home for your own personal weather lab! This 3-day program for students in kindergarten through second grade is part of the Talcott Mountain Science Center April Vacation […]
$250