Events from July 28, 2022 – July 30, 2022 › Hands-On Science › – Grid Magazine

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Science After Hours: Booms & Blooms

The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, Pa, United States Minor Outlying Islands

The ultimate adults-only night at the museum is back—and this time, it’s exploding with color, cocktails, and curiosity! Get ready for an electric fusion of flowers and flames as science gets loud, bold, and downright dazzling. Wander through mind-blowing exhibits, sip on exclusive floral-inspired drinks, and dive into hands-on activities that’ll ignite your sense of wonder. This isn’t your average event—it’s a full-blown sensory experience with beats, brews, and botanical wonders. Dress to impress in your brightest florals, boldest sparkles, and most colorful fits. Science has never looked—or felt—this fresh! Your Ticket Includes: Full evening access to all exhibits and

$40

Riverbend Summer Camp at McKaig (Ages 5-10)

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig Nature Education Center offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camp themes this year include: Summer Camp Classics - think campfires, hiking, crafts, and more timeless camp fun! Wild and Well - focused on the freedom and peace of nature, including guided nature walks, exciting outdoor games, and activities that promote physical activity and emotional well-being. Riverbend Animals - get up close and personal with

$450

Riverbend Rangers Summer Camp (Ages 4-6)

The Wetherill School 1321 Beaumont Dr, Gladwyne, United States

Riverbend is offering nature camp for 4, 5, and 6-year-olds at The Wetherill School in Gladwyne, located just 10 minutes from Riverbend’s main campus. Each week has a different exciting theme, some of which are new or reinvented for this 2025 summer! This preschool location includes a forest hiking trail, log circle for songs and stories, and outdoor classroom, plus indoor amenities sized just right for young children who have not yet started Kindergarten. Camp will be run by caring and kind Riverbend camp counselors.

$625