Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café. These events take place the first Friday of the month (with a couple of exceptions; see below) during the school year, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Daily Planet Cafe, the coffee shop within the Nature Research Center, at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. Each cafe will includes a science presentation, an … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe: Trivia Sep 6
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Astronomy on Tap at Fullsteam Brewery Sep 4
Astronomy on Tap is a series of short, accessible talks about astronomy, over beer. Astronomy on Tap's Triangle chapter holds its talks at Fullsteam Brewery, 726 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, or Durty Bull Brewing Company, 206 Broadway Street, Durham, North Carolina. The events take place 7 to 9 p.m. and are free to attend. The events start with trivia. You might want to also follow Astronomy on … [Read more...] about Astronomy on Tap at Fullsteam Brewery Sep 4
The Secret Science Club NC Inaugural Event: Beware of the Dark Side — learn about dark matter and dark energy
New York’s famous popular science lecture series, The Secret Science Club, is coming to North Carolina. The inaugural event, Beware of the Dark Side, will take place Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 6 p.m., at NC Arts Incubator, 223 N Chatham Avenue, Siler City, North Carolina. The speaker will be UNC theoretical cosmologist, Dr. Adrienne Erickcek, who will be discussing dark matter and dark … [Read more...] about The Secret Science Club NC Inaugural Event: Beware of the Dark Side — learn about dark matter and dark energy
Research Cafe — Cells Gone Rogue: What is Cancer and Can We Prevent It? Aug 20
PDA Research Café is a free series, organized by postdocs, to share the exciting research being carried out at UNC with the local community. All talks are delivered by engaging professionals who are leading experts in their fields of research. No background knowledge is required. Everyone is welcome. The next PDA Research Café takes place Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 6 to 7 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Research Cafe — Cells Gone Rogue: What is Cancer and Can We Prevent It? Aug 20
Canceled: Carolina Science Café: Earthquakes: Shake, Rattle, and Roll!
UPDATE: The event scheduled for August 6th has been canceled. Carolina Science Cafe, presented by Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, takes place the first Tuesday of the month at Haw River Tap & Table, 300 E Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This free event is designed for adults, and gives the public a chance to meet the expert behind the science headlines. Light appetizers … [Read more...] about Canceled: Carolina Science Café: Earthquakes: Shake, Rattle, and Roll!
Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium: Marine Ecology Nov 17
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to the free Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 East Franklin Street. This is a chance for teens who are interested in science to get to know each other, enjoy some free pizza, and learn from an engaging science speaker. It's free, and no RSVP is required. The next Teen Science Café takes place Friday, November 17, 2023, at 5:30 … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium: Marine Ecology Nov 17
Nerd Nite Raleigh–Thinking and Drinking rescheduled to Feb 27
Nerd Nite is a monthly event held in more than 100 cities across the globe. At these events, several people each give a 20-minute fun, yet informative, presentation across all disciplines. There's also trivia and door prizes. These events are limited to those age 21+ since there's drinking. Next up (please note the new location) Nerd Nite Raleigh Thursday, February 27th, 2020 7 p.m. to … [Read more...] about Nerd Nite Raleigh–Thinking and Drinking rescheduled to Feb 27
Design Bites with Charlton Architecture
Charlton Architecture leads a monthly series, Design Bites, that offers a short, deep dive into design topics of interest. These events are free to attend and take place at LouElla Wine, Beer & Beverage, 316 W. Geer Street, Durham. Design Bites is meant to share with you the amazing ways that people around the globe are bending the status quo, using design to shape perception, engage … [Read more...] about Design Bites with Charlton Architecture
Free writing workshop with Piedmont Laureate Nancy Peacock
Piedmont Laureate Nancy Peacock is offering a free writing workshop on Saturday, December 1st, 2018, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Page 158 Books, 415 South Brooks Street, Wake Forest. Register online. This free writing workshop is meant to jumpstart your work and get you in touch with your own personal muse. Using techniques learned from Natalie Goldberg (Writing Down the Bones) and Pat … [Read more...] about Free writing workshop with Piedmont Laureate Nancy Peacock
Nerd Nite Chapel Hill: Paperbacks from Hell LIVE
Nerd Nite is a monthly event held in more than 100 cities across the globe. At these events, (usually) several people each give a 20 minute fun, yet informative, presentation across all disciplines. The events take place in relaxed environments, usually bars. The next Nerd Nite Chapel Hill will take place Wednesday, October 10th, 2018, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at The Pit, 462 W. Franklin Street, … [Read more...] about Nerd Nite Chapel Hill: Paperbacks from Hell LIVE