Planetarium

Our Saturdays in Space is a series of children's science programs led by outreach educators. Each session will include a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) hands-on activity. Children will work in a laboratory setting, and then take home materials for more exploration. Registration includes all supplies, kits, and a planetarium ticket. Each session specifies dates, times, ages, and prices.

Programs:

Make-your-Own Space Food
Prepare a nutritious snack similar to foods required for space travel! Plus take home space food goodies!
When: Saturday, November 10, 2012
Time: 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00
Location: TAMIU Planetarium
Children ages 5+
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Make-your-Own Rocket
Make and countdown to launch your own rocket at our launching pad!
When: Saturday, March 9, 2013
Time: 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00
Location: TAMIU Planetarium
Children ages 10+ with an adult
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Make-your-own Telescope
Make your own telescope, learn about objects in the sky, and explore the sky!
When: Saturday, April 6, 2013
Time: 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00
Location: TAMIU Planetarium
Children ages 7+
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Make-your-own LandSailer
Design, construct and watch your own LandSailer speedily ride the wind in this fun activity.
When: Saturday, May 4, 2013
Time: 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00
Location: TAMIU Planetarium
Children ages 8+
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For more information on program contact: 956-326-2463 or email to Laura Jimenez

For registration assistance you can contact: 956-326-3068 email to Continuing Education

For additional information contact:
CONTINUING EDUCATION
5201 University Boulevard, Pellegrino Hall 301
Laredo, TX  78041
Tel. 956.326.3068 — Fax 956.326.2838
Email: continuingeducation@tamiu.edu
Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 am - 5 pm