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SUMMARY:Science in Bag Pickup Location: South Milwaukee Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the South Milwaukee Public Library during the hours listed below to get a free Science in a Bag STEAM kit (while supplies last) courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin. Kits are produced in partnership with the Morgridge Institute for Research! \nDon’t forget to visit the Science in a Bag portal\, located on our website\, for additional instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! \nBefore beginning Science in a Bag activities\, please get permission from a responsible adult. \nLibrary Bag Pick-up Hours: \n\nMonday\, Oct 19th: 11am-7pm\nTuesday\, Oct 20th: 9am-5pm\nWednesday\, Oct 21st: 9am-5pm\nThursday\, Oct 22nd: 11am-7pm\nFriday\, Oct 23rd: 9am-5pm\nSaturday\, Oct 24th: 10am-2pm
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-in-bag-pickup-location-south-milwaukee-public-library/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:South Milwaukee Public Library\, 1907 10th Ave\, South Milwaukee\, WI\, 53172
CATEGORIES:Science in a Bag
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SUMMARY:Science in Bag Pickup Location: Brandon Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Brandon Public Library during the hours listed below to get a free Science in a Bag STEAM kit (while supplies last) courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin. Kits are produced in partnership with the Morgridge Institute for Research! \nDon’t forget to visit the Science in a Bag portal\, located on our website\, for additional instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! \nBefore beginning Science in a Bag activities\, please get permission from a responsible adult. \nLibrary Bag Pick-up Hours: \n\nMonday\, Oct 19th – Thursday\, Oct 22nd: 12pm-6pm\nFriday\, Oct 23rd: 12pm-5pm\nSaturday\, Oct 24th: 9am-12pm
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-in-bag-pickup-location-brandon-public-library/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Brandon Public Library\, 117 E Main St\, Brandon\, WI\, 53919\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science in a Bag
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brandon Public Library":MAILTO:ross@brandonlibrary.net
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SUMMARY:I Heart Eau Claire Trees
DESCRIPTION:For the Wisconsin Science Fest\, Galaudet Gallery (GG) is looking at their current exhibit “I Heart Eau Claire Trees” through a science lens. GG is looking at trees as flora from Cave Paintings to Van Gogh and as matrices for organizing information from Plato to the current computer giant Apple (as in tree). For fun and to further our understanding of trees\, GG takes different paths to reach the same idea—“We love trees!”
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/i-heart-eau-claire-trees/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Galaudet Gallery\, 618 S Farwell St\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701-3828\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galaudet Gallery":MAILTO:galaudetgallery@gmail.com
GEO:44.8084015;-91.4959174
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Galaudet Gallery 618 S Farwell St Eau Claire WI 54701-3828 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=618 S Farwell St:geo:-91.4959174,44.8084015
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T130000
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SUMMARY:Science in Bag Pickup Location: F.J. Robers Library
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the F.J. Robers Library during the hours listed below to get a free Science in a Bag STEAM kit (while supplies last) courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin. Kits are produced in partnership with the Morgridge Institute for Research! \nDon’t forget to visit the Science in a Bag portal\, located on our website\, for additional instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! \nBefore beginning Science in a Bag activities\, please get permission from a responsible adult. \nLibrary Bag Pick-up Hours: \n\nMonday\, Oct 19th: 10am-8pm\nTuesday\, Oct 20th: 1pm-8pm\nWednesday\, Oct 21st: 10am-5pm\nThursday\, Oct 22nd: 1pm-8pm\nFriday\, Oct 23rd – Saturday\, Oct 24th: 9am-1pm\n\n*Limited quantities available at this location.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-in-bag-pickup-location-f-j-robers-library/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:F.J. Robers Library\, 2548 Lakeshore Dr\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science in a Bag
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ORGANIZER;CN="La Crosse County Library":MAILTO:libraryprograms@lacrossecounty.org
GEO:43.8650349;-91.2693871
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T140000
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SUMMARY:How I Use DNA in MY Genealogy Research with Caron Brennan
DESCRIPTION:Genealogist Caron Brennan will talk about how and why DNA testing is used in genealogy research. Using case studies and examples\, she will explain how she has incorporated DNA testing into her research. Some very basic information about DNA testing will be included. \nCaron is a member of the Genealogical Speakers Guild and a Member of the Association of Professional Genealogists. She is the Facilitatorfor the Chicago Region of the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG). \nJoin the virtual watch party at Sturgeon Bay or Sister Bay Library!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/how-i-use-dna-in-my-genealogy-research-with-caron-brennan/
LOCATION:Door County Library – Sturgeon Bay\, 107 S 4th Ave\, Sturgeon Bay\, WI\, 54235\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry and Physics,Sports, Health, and Medicine
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ORGANIZER;CN="Door County Library":MAILTO:Blokken@co.door.wi.us
GEO:44.8335864;-87.3744332
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T160000
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SUMMARY:Forest Products Week Tour: Priority Timberlands
DESCRIPTION:Priority Timberlands is a family tree farm led by Ross Prior\, the Wisconsin Tree Farmer of the Year in 2024. His company is made up of three properties\, The Pines\, The Oaks\, and The Hardwoods. This tour will be of the red pine plantation that is managed for utility pole production. The property is currently being marked for a timber sale\, and you’ll learn from both the landowner and the purchasing mill industrial forester about how the forest is managed and harvested for utility poles. \nRegistration is required. Please see the full event details and register on the Eventbrite page here. \nCheck out more Forest Products Week events here!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/forest-products-week-tour-priority-timberlands/
LOCATION:Priority Timberlands\, N6773 Devils Lake Rd\, Crivitz\, 54114
CATEGORIES:Nature and Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Forestry Center":MAILTO:wfc@uwsp.edu
GEO:45.2059316;-88.0679672
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260809T201002Z
CREATED:20260809T201002Z
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SUMMARY:Science in Bag Pickup Location: Gays Mills Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Gays Mills Public Library during the hours listed below to get a free Science in a Bag STEAM kit (while supplies last) courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin. Kits are produced in partnership with the Morgridge Institute for Research! \nDon’t forget to visit the Science in a Bag portal\, located on our website\, for additional instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! \nBefore beginning Science in a Bag activities\, please get permission from a responsible adult. \nLibrary Bag Pick-up Hours: \n\nMonday\, Oct 19th – Tuesday\, Oct 20th: 2pm-7pm\nWednesday\, Oct 21st: 9am-2pm\nThursday\, Oct 22nd: 2pm-7pm\nFriday\, Oct 23rd: 1pm-5pm\nSaturday\, Oct 24th: 9am-12pm
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-in-bag-pickup-location-gays-mills-public-library/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Gays Mills Public Library\, 16381 State Hwy 131\, Gays Mills\, WI\, 54631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science in a Bag
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gays Mills Public Library":MAILTO:dgibbs@swls.org
GEO:43.3296969;-90.8391336
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260810T162635Z
CREATED:20260810T162635Z
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SUMMARY:Science in Bag Pickup Location: Frank B. Koller Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Frank B. Koller Memorial Library during the hours listed below to get a free Science in a Bag STEAM kit (while supplies last) courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin. Kits are produced in partnership with the Morgridge Institute for Research! \nDon’t forget to visit the Science in a Bag portal\, located on our website\, for additional instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! \nBefore beginning Science in a Bag activities\, please get permission from a responsible adult. \nLibrary Bag Pick-up Hours: \n\nMonday\, Oct 19th: 9am-3pm\nTuesday\, Oct 20th: 12pm-7pm\nWednesday\, Oct 21st: 9am-3pm\nThursday\, Oct 22nd: 3pm-7pm\nFriday\, Oct 23rd: 9am-3pm\nSaturday\, Oct 24th: 9am-12pm
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-in-bag-pickup-location-frank-b-koller-memorial-library/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Frank B. Koller Memorial Library\, 5761 USH 51\, Manitowish Waters\, WI\, 54545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science in a Bag
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank B. Koller Memorial Library":MAILTO:director@koller.wislib.org
GEO:46.124626;-89.8762138
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260810T163137Z
CREATED:20260810T163137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T163137Z
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SUMMARY:Science in Bag Pickup Location: Iron Ridge Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Iron Ridge Public Library during the hours listed below to get a free Science in a Bag STEAM kit (while supplies last) courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin. Kits are produced in partnership with the Morgridge Institute for Research! \nDon’t forget to visit the Science in a Bag portal\, located on our website\, for additional instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! \nBefore beginning Science in a Bag activities\, please get permission from a responsible adult. \nLibrary Bag Pick-up Hours: \n\nTuesday\, Oct 20th: 1pm-8pm\nWednesday\, Oct 21st: 9am-4pm\nThursday\, Oct 22nd: 3pm-8pm\nFriday\, Oct 23rd: 4pm-8pm\nSaturday\, Oct 24th: 9am-1pm
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-in-bag-pickup-location-iron-ridge-public-library/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Iron Ridge Public Library\, 205 Park St\, Iron Ridge\, WI\, 53035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science in a Bag
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iron Ridge Public Library":MAILTO:mobrien@monarchlibraries.org
GEO:43.4028877;-88.5343779
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260706T154950Z
CREATED:20260706T154950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T154950Z
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SUMMARY:Sink or Float Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Become a marine engineer! Create a boat using the materials provided\, then test how much weight it can hold while staying afloat!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/sink-or-float-challenge/
LOCATION:Burlington Public Library\, 166 E Jefferson St\, Burlington\, WI\, 53105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry and Physics,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Burlington Public Library":MAILTO:jschmidt@burlington.lib.wi.us
GEO:42.6786426;-88.2760744
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260921T205550Z
CREATED:20260727T195242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T205550Z
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SUMMARY:Curious Minds: The Science of Us
DESCRIPTION:Learn how technological advancements in automation\, robotics and 3D printing are being used by local businesses in our community.  There will be live 3D printing in metal and resin\, sharing of patient led maker movements and interactive stations using robotics and Arduino.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/curious-minds-the-science-of-us/
LOCATION:Innovation Center Stoughton\, 421 E Main St\, 53589\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports, Health, and Medicine,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Virtual Foundry":MAILTO:michelle@thevirtualfoundry.com
GEO:42.9165907;-89.2157609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T173000
DTSTAMP:20260903T164258Z
CREATED:20260824T135745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T164258Z
UID:10001743-1792686600-1792690200@www.wisconsinsciencefest.org
SUMMARY:Lakeside Park BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our StoryWalk at Lakeside Park for a BioBlitz. We’ll record all the living things we observe (except people!) as part of a statewide science project. From bugs to flowers to birds\, you’ll be amazed at how much you’ll see! \nOur StoryWalk is located near the Deneveu Shelter on Harbor View Drive. \nLearn more about the Wisconsin Science Festival BioBlitz and how to record your observations in iNaturalist here!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/lakeside-park-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Fond du Lac Public Library\, 32 Sheboygan St\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy,Nature and Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fond du Lac Public Library":MAILTO:skelton@fdlpl.org
GEO:43.7774678;-88.4453853
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260801T130829Z
CREATED:20260801T130829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T130829Z
UID:10001124-1792690200-1792695600@www.wisconsinsciencefest.org
SUMMARY:The Magic of Glass: Bubbles and Flames
DESCRIPTION:October 2026 marks the 100th year anniversary of world-renowned magician Harry Houdini’s death. Join the Museum in this month-long celebration of his legacy by learning about the “magic” (A.K.A science) of glass! \nClass participants will observe a flameworking demonstration from local artist\, Beth Wenger-Johnstone\, and get the opportunity to create their own custom 4-inch circular suncatcher using bubble paint! \nRiley Seib\, Instructor & Beth Wenger-Johnstone\, Demonstrator \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/the-magic-of-glass-bubbles-and-flames/
LOCATION:Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass\, 165 N Park Ave\, Neenah\, WI\, 54956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass":MAILTO:kositzke@bmmglass.com
GEO:44.1818381;-88.4455746
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260923T194316Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Talk: What's Your Favorite Color?
DESCRIPTION:This is a free\, in-person talk hosted on October 22\, 2026 at 6:00 PM by Holmen Public Library in Holmen\, WI. No registration required. This talk will not be available virtually. This event is a part of the Wisconsin Science Festival!\n\nHave you ever wondered why you like some colors more than others\, and why you have color preferences at all? I will discuss how we form our color preferences\, why different people have different color preferences and why color preferences change with the season.\n\nKaren Schloss is an Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in the Department of Psychology and Wisconsin Institute for Discovery. Her Visual Reasoning Lab studies how people interpret meaning from visual features\, with the goal of making visual communication more effective and efficient. Dr. Schloss received her BA from Barnard College\, Columbia University in 2005\, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Architecture. She completed her Ph.D. in Psychology at the University of California\, Berkeley in 2011 and continued on as a Postdoctoral Scholar from 2011-2013. She spent three years as an Assistant Professor of Research in the Department of Cognitive\, Linguistic\, and Psychological Sciences at Brown University before joining the faculty at UW–Madison in 2016. Dr. Schloss was awarded the Steve Yantis Early Career Award from the Psychonomic Society\, and her lab is supported by an NSF CAREER award on Visual Reasoning for Visual Communication.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/badger-talk-whats-your-favorite-color/
LOCATION:Holmen Public Library\, 121 Legion St W\, Holmen\, WI\, 54636\, United States
CATEGORIES:Badger Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="UW Connects Badger Talks":MAILTO:badgertalks@uwmad.wisc.edu
GEO:43.9607411;-91.2578822
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SUMMARY:Drop Some Knowledge - Water Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Water connects us all. From microbes to manholes\, lakes to wastewater\, join us for a lively pub-style trivia night celebrating the science of water and our connection to it. Explore everything from our own bodies to the infrastructure and innovations that support healthy communities\, then test your knowledge with surprising facts\, friendly competition\, and plenty of aquatic fun. \nHosted by the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District at the Madison Public Market.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/drop-some-knowledge-water-trivia/
LOCATION:The Madison Public Market\, 202 N. First St.\, Madison\, 53704
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Nature and Environment,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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SUMMARY:The WhySci Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to rock your curiosity at the WhySci Variety Show—a high-energy mashup of science talks\, artful performances\, and live music! \nHosted by the always-entertaining Ben Rush! \nOpening remarks featuring Wisconsin Public Radio’s Lee Rayburn \nDoors and bar open at 6:30pm – show starts at 7pm. \nRegister for your free tickets here! \nProduced in partnership with the UW-Madison Division of the Arts. \nCurious to know more? Check out this blog all about the 2025 WhySci Variety Show or watch our 2025 recap! \n 
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/the-why-sci-variety-show/
LOCATION:Majestic Theatre\, 115 King St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Chemistry and Physics,Nature and Environment,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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