Itty Einstein Science Time
- When: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Catawba Science Center
- Cost: $15.00 per child for non-members $10.00 per child for members Adults are free
Catawba Science Center is happy to present a series of engaging, educational programs designed to inspire young scientists. Itty Einstein Science Time is open to children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Preschoolers WILL get their hands dirty, and their minds piqued as they explore simple science concepts through play, crafts, and demonstrations.
Classes are held on Thursdays from 10:00am–11:00am in Classroom 1 of the West Education Building, adjacent to the main Arts and Science Center Building.
Pre-payment and registration are required to reserve your space. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The maximum number of students is 15; any registrations received after capacity is reached will be placed on a waiting list.
Cost:
$15.00 per child for non-members
$10.00 per child for members
Adults are free
Admission to the Catawba Science Center is not included. Refunds will NOT be issued for missed classes.
- Website: catawbascience.org
- Contact Name: Cassandra Williams
- Contact Phone: 828-455-9931
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Classes
January 29th Polar Opposites: Penguins vs. Polar Bears
Dive into the world of Polar Opposites. Discover the icy habitats of the Arctic and Antarctic animals. Play with the animal adaptations that help these animals thrive in their chilly homes.
February 26th Digging into Dinosaurs
Little paleontologists will lead the way through their own dig site as they discover the GIANTS of the past as well as their smaller counterparts. Examine fossils and the clues they gave us about life in the past. Discuss the dinosaur diet and piece together dinosaur skeletons.
March 26th A Space Odyssey
Mission Control to Preschool families: Launch your imagination into the Milky Way and beyond. Create craters on the moon. Learn about the planets and make one of your own. Discover why Earth is the very best place to be!
April 23rd Sharks vs.Whales
Discover the world of underwater wonder as we dive through the ocean layers, discovering animals from the common to the peculiar. Participate in an animal encounter with one of our own CSC creatures. Compare and contrast the ocean giants, sharks vs. whales in the ultimate oceanic showdown.
May 21st Into the Dry Desert
Explore the extreme in a sizzling adventure into the dry desert habitats. Join us as we track down the resilient animals and plants that thrive in the desert with very little water. Meet one of our own CSC creatures in our very own animal encounter.
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