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SUMMARY:Crossroads of Ideas: Science & Society
DESCRIPTION:Crossroads of Ideas is a monthly lecture series held during the academic year that addresses topics of importance to our community and the subject of research at UW-Madison. \nJoin us for this very special Wisconsin Science Festival edition as we explore science\, society\, and the impacts of science funding. \nRegistration is requested\, register here! This event will take place in the DeLuca Forum in the Discovery Building.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/crossroads-of-ideas-science-society/
LOCATION:Discovery Building at UW-Madison\, 330 N Orchard St\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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SUMMARY:Makerspace on Wheels!
DESCRIPTION:The Einstein Design Lab is coming to the Waupaca Area Public Library as part of the 2026 Wisconsin Science Festival. \nThis rolling makerspace includes 3D printers\, laser cutters\, laptops and lot’s of prototyping materials. Programs center on Design Thinking with activities such as tinkering\, guided projects\, design scrambles\, CAD and digital fabrication. Bring the family and observe this special makerspace and take part in a special project. \nWe thank the Einstein Project for the opportunity to host this event. For over three decades\, the Einstein Project has provided leadership in transformational change in STEM education in Wisconsin.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/makerspace-on-wheels/
LOCATION:Waupaca Area Public Library\, 107 S Main St\, Waupaca\, WI\, 54981
CATEGORIES:Technology, Math, and Engineering
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SUMMARY:Sci-prov
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illuminating Discovery Hub and Amalgam Improv for an evening fusing science and spontaneous improv comedy like no other at Sci-Prov! \nSci-prov combines science and improv in creative\, funny\, and never before seen ways. Scientists will present their work in short\, digestible presentations followed by brief Q&A\, all of which can become fodder for the improv scenes. The improv scenes are created on the fly & unique to each show. \nLight refreshments and cash bar available. Tickets are free and registration is requested to ensure adequate seating. Register here!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/sci-prov/
LOCATION:Discovery Building at UW-Madison\, 330 N Orchard St\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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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! \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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SUMMARY:SoundWaves: Origins - The Birth of Everything
DESCRIPTION:Where do we come from? Where does anything come from? This new series of SoundWaves brings together leading academic researchers and lie music to explore origins at every scale – from the birth of the universe to the first human communities. Each edition pairs scholars from distinct disciplines with a musical program to answer the oldest questions we know. \nThis first SoundWaves event of the year launches our year-long exploration of Origins. Part of the Wisconsin Science Festival and Klez Fest Midwest\, this event looks at The Beginning of Everything. How did the universe come to be\, and how have scientists thought about the universe’s origins in the past? Special musical guests The Klezmatics\, perhaps the most important and popular klezmer band of all time\, will then look at the origins of klezmer music\, followed by a performance that will wow you. \nThis event is free but registration is required to ensure adequate seating. Reserve your free tickets here! \nThis event will take place in Collins Recital Hall in the Hamel Music Center.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/soundwaves-origins-the-birth-of-everything/
LOCATION:Hamel Music Center\, 740 University Ave\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Chemistry and Physics
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SUMMARY:Halloween at the Castle
DESCRIPTION:Join the History Museum at the Castle as they highlight the science behind the real plants and animals that are synonymous with Halloween! Touch real fossils and skeletons\, ‘dissect’ a pumpkin\, chat about bats with Mosquito Hill naturalists\, and make a special spooky craft to take home. Between 10:30-12:30\, visitors can also meet LIVE snakes\, scorpions\, and other ‘creepy crawly’ animals from Tatiana’s Tiny Zoo! Kids in costume get 50% off museum admission!  \nSponsored by Fox Communities Credit Union\, Festival Foods\, and Oriental Trading Company.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/halloween-at-the-castle/
LOCATION:History Museum at the Castle\, 330 E College Ave.\, APPLETON\, Wisconsin\, 54911\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Nature and Environment
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SUMMARY:Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Science Festival Presents: Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe 🌌🔭 \nCelebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival by exploring one of the greatest mysteries in modern science! \nJoin us at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium for Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe\, an immersive planetarium experience that takes you on a journey into the unseen side of the cosmos. Scientists believe that nearly a quarter of our universe is made up of an invisible substance called dark matter—yet no one knows exactly what it is. Discover the evidence that proves dark matter exists and learn why uncovering its true nature is one of the most exciting challenges in contemporary astrophysics. \nPerfect for curious minds\, science enthusiasts\, students\, and anyone who has ever wondered what the universe is really made of! \nShow Dates & Time \nSaturday\, October 17 at 1:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 24 at 1:00 p.m. \nAdmission: Only $5 per person \nTake an unforgettable journey beyond what we can see and explore one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the universe beneath our spectacular 40-foot dome.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/dark-matter-the-invisible-universe-planetarium-show/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium\, S14 W28167 Madison St\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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SUMMARY:Washburn Observatory Open House
DESCRIPTION:We will be opening the Observatory to the public regardless of weather\, though we hope for favorable weather so we can use the telescope to look at some astronomical objects! Come see the historic 15.6″ Clark refractor and enjoy the view of the night sky atop beautiful Observatory Hill\, following traditions of our ancestors for over 10\,000 years. The dome is open to the outside air so dress appropriately. Food and drinks\, as well as flash photography are not allowed in the observatory. \nIn the event that weather is not favorable on the 17th\, the Observatory will be open on October 24th from 7-10pm.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/washburn-observatory-open-house/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Washburn Observatory\, 1401 Observatory Dr\, Madison\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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