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JUNE HOURSMON–THU 10:00 AM–5:00 PMFRI–SAT 10:00 AM–7:00 PMSUN 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Hours subject to change.Please check our website when planning your visit.

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Adults 21+ only! June 13, 6:30–9:30 PM

Films & PlanetariumShow Schedule Inside

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An exhibition and live science experiment in one!An exhibition and live science experiment in one!

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JUNE 2013

Must end June 11!Must end June 11!

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ORIGINS OF LIFE: Must close June 23!Science and art intersect in this exhibit, where glass tubing, gas bo�les, bubbling liquids and zapping electricity form a working science experiment and a work of art that ask the question: Could life still be originating on Earth today?

GREAT BALLS OF FIRE: Comets, Meteors, Asteroids—Must Close June 11!�e threat of a catastrophic impact from an asteroid or comet is a staple of popular culture. If there was a dinosaur-killer in Earth’s past, will humankind su�er the same fate? What are the chances and how do we assess the risks? For that ma�er, what are asteroids, comets, and meteorites, and where do they come from? Great Balls of Fire explores recent discoveries and cu�ing-edge science relating to these incredible objects.

EXPLOR-O-RAMA Explore mechanics, motion, math, hearing, electricity, and many other areas of science in this “best of ” exhibition from the popular Exploratorium in San Francisco. Bilingual.

BLOCK BUSTERS! Build free-form structures—from skyscrapers to bridges—with thousands of wooden KEVA (Knowledge-Exploration-Visual Arts) planks. Be inspired by 50 amazing models built by our block engineers.

TINKERING STUDIOChannel �omas Edison, Rube Goldberg or Steve Jobs in the Tinkering Studio! �is hands-on work area inspires experimentation and collaboration amongst the whole family. Come on in to create, invent, and explore.The Tinkering Studio was made possible by a major gift in honor of Grace and Jeffrey, and generous grants from the Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris Foundation and the Mandell Weiss Charitable Trust.

AGING FOR ALL AGES�is exhibition teaches about wellness and healthy lifestyle choices through fun and engaging interactive exhibits.Produced by the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and funded by a grant from the MetLife Foundation Partnership for Lifelong Learning. Additional support provided by Aging & Independence Services, a division of the County of San Diego’s Health and Human Services Agency.

NANONANO—Imagine and Discover a World You Can’t See! is a new, engaging exhibition about nanoscale science, technology and engineering. Join us as we explore a small world where big science happens. �is 400-square-foot exhibition includes hands-on interactives that invite you to dive into the nano world and discover its real-world applications and implications. Bilingual.“NANO” was created by the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network (NISE Network) with support from the National Science Foundation.

KID CITYKids age �ve and under get to explore our working world in a safe learning environment. �e colorful, hands-on cityscape includes a Grocery Store, Fire Station, Factory, Power Plant, and Li�le Learners Lab, plus an Infants Only Area. Bilingual.The “Kid City” exhibition is made possible by generous gifts and grants from the Donald C. and Elizabeth M. Dickinson Foundation, the Nierman Family Fund at the San Diego Jewish Community Foundation, an Anonymous Donor, the Mandell Weiss Charitable Trust, and a sponsor-ship from ScholarShare College Savings Plan.

CELLULAR JOURNEYCheck out the exhibition that introduces you to human cell biology, the importance of stem cells, and the potential impact of stem cells on medical research in the �elds of regenerative and personalized medicine.Made possible by a grant from the Life Technologies Foundation, a non-profit arm of Life Technologies Corporation based in Carlsbad, CA.

EXHIBIT GALLERIES

Closes June 23!Closes June 23!

JUNE 1/8/15/22/29—Family Science Saturdays: Dismantlemania! Dissect and analyze found objects (feel free to bring your own or choose from our items) and develop the valuable skill of reverse engineering. Challenge Saturday, the last Saturday of each month, will culminate in fun visitor contests. Activities included with admission. 1PM–3PM

JUNE 3—Senior Monday lecture on Rise Above Plastics (�P) by speaker Sco� Harrison + IMAX �lm Coral Reef Adventure. Rise Above Plastics, a Surfrider campaign whose mission is to reduce the impacts of plastics on San Diego’s coastal environment, discusses how to promote awareness of plastic pollution and recycling and to encourage the reduction of single-use plastics. Harrison is a founder of the �P campaign. �e �rst Monday of the month, seniors 65+ enjoy the Science Center exhibits, a lecture and a Giant Dome �eater show at a discount! Noon lecture; 2PM show; $7.

JUNE 5—Exploring Ethics celebrates Women in Science on the 50th anniversary of Rachel Carson's landmark Silent Spring. Carson biographer Linda Lear will discuss how far we have come since the book was wri�en and how far we have yet to go. 5:30–7PM. Free, registration required: call (858) 822-2647 or email ethicscenter@ucsd.edu.

JUNE 6–23—Young Scientists Session 9. Plants will dig into nature, teaching kids about Flora & Fauna, Plant Structures and Sprouting. Preschoolers age 3–5 (and a parent) explore the scienti�c wonders of the world through experimentation, investigation and scienti�c questioning. Four 4-week sessions run monthly. Limited to eight students per class. �ursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday morning 9AM–10:30AM. �is is a shorter, three-week session, with a special price: members: $56.25 per child; nonmembers: $63.75 per child.

JUNE 8—Saturday Science Club for Girls: “Secrets of Squid.” Have you ever seen a cephalopod? Get an inside look at the anatomy that makes these creatures so fascinating. Girls in grades 5–8 can join the Fleet on the second Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. 12PM–2PM; members $12, nonmembers $14, must pre-register by calling (619) 238-1233 ext. 806.

FLEET EVENTSJUNE 13—Science on the Rocks: “�at's Hot: �e Fleet's Summer Sizzler!” Turn up the heat and celebrate the season of tank tops and �ip �ops in style! Nosh on nibbles from San Diego’s favorite restaurants and sip cool drinks while soaking up the ambiance. Find out what a Slinky has in common with sur�ng, experience the thrill of designing your own rollercoaster and have a blast at the bubble station. Tickets are on sale now at Eventbrite: www.�eetsummersizzler.eventbrite.com. �is event is open to adults ages 21+ only. A cash bar features beer, wine, and cocktails. If not sold out, tickets at the door will be $25; no discounts apply. 6:30PM–9:30PM. �is event is sponsored by Mossy Toyota.

16 JUNIO—IMAX en Español—Bichos. En esta presentación de IMAX en Español introdúzcase al mágico mundo pequeño de mariposas, y mantis y conozcan sus amiguitos extraños y hermosos. IMAX en Español es una oportunidad para usted y su familia que disfruten las películas IMAX en español cada tercer domingo del mes. El costo de admisión para las películas incluye acceso a todo el museo Fleet. 4PM; $15.75/adultos $12.75/niños de 3-12 y personas de tercer edad (65+)

JUNE 24–AUG 23—Science Fun for Everyone, weekly, half-day Summer Camps start this month! Contact Client Services Dept. at 619-238-1233, ext. 806, or purchase online; sibling and multi-camp discounts available. For descriptions and availability, visit www.rhfleet.org/events/summer-camps.

JUNE 29–30—International Autonomous Robotics Competition (iARoC). Fleet visitors are invited to view this robotics competition in the Community Forum. Witness the battle by members of the Wintriss Technical School’s robotics teams. Activities included with admission.

Show schedule is subject to change. Always check rhfleet.org or call (619) 238-1233 when planning your visit for the most up-to-date information. Listen in Spanish while the show plays in English. Ask for a complimentary headset at the Ticket Counter.

To the Arctic takes you on a never-before-seen journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her two seven-month-old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home. Sponsored locally by ScholarShare College Savings Plan. (45 min.)

TO THE ARCTIC MON–THU: 1:00 FRI–SUN: 1:00 & 6:00

Rocky Mountain Express will propel you on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies, highlighting the adventure of building Canada’s �rst transcontinental railway. Retracing the original route aboard the majestic steam engine 2816, you’ll be transported back to the age of steam to re-live this incredible engineering feat. �e �lm weaves together spectacular IMAX aerial cinematography and archival images to immerse you in an era of remarkable ingenuity amidst a region of stunning natural beauty. Sponsored locally by Mossy Toyota. (47 min.)

ROCKY MOUNTAIN EXPRESS Daily: 12:00, 2:00 & 4:00

Please note: June 3: 12:00 & 4:00 only. June 16: 12:00 & 2:00 only.

In Flight of the Bu�er�ies, you’ll join hundreds of millions of real monarch bu�er�ies on a perilous and extraordinary journey while following an intrepid scientist’s 40-year search to �nd the monarchs’ secret hideaway. (44 min.)

FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES MON–FRI: 5:00 SAT–SUN: 11:00 & 5:00

Please note: June 4: 11:00 & 5:00. June 13: No show scheduled.

Cosmic Collisions features stunning images from space and breathtaking visualizations based on cu�ing-edge scienti�c data—revealing the unimaginable, explosive encounters that shaped our solar system, changed the course of life on Earth and continue to transform our galaxy and dynamic universe. (25 min.)

COSMIC COLLISIONSPlanetarium Show SUN–THU: 3:00 FRI–SAT: 3:00 & 7:00

June IMAX Films & Planetarium Shows in theEugene Heikoff and Marilyn Jacobs Heikoff Dome Theater

The Sky Tonight—Wednesday, June 5Saturn: �e second-largest planet in the solar system is home to a magni�cent ring system and over 60 moons, and it features prominently in the June evening sky. A professional astronomer leads backyard stargazers through the universe. Weather and operational requirement permi�ing, the SD County Astronomy Association provides free telescope viewing outdoors on the Prado in Balboa Park. 7PM & 8:15PM; $12 for non-members; $10 for members

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