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Science in the Park • Archaeology Digs NAU Science & Engineering Day

Field Trips • SCI Talks

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Flagstaff Lunar Legacy Lecture Series Find out how local scientists and engineers helped prepare Apollo astronauts for exploring the Moon! Hear how they created a moonscape, tested new technologies, made lunar maps and why geology lessons were important for our space travelers. Presentations start at 6 p.m., the second Wednesday of each month through December 2019 at the CCC Lone Tree Campus.

Sept. 21 thru Sept. 30The Best Ten Days of The Year

Saturday, Sept. 22 3-2-1 Blastoff! Exploring Flagstaff’s Role in Getting Us to the Moon9 a.m. – Noon; 1 - 4 p.m.Sunset Crater Volcano National MonumentJoin an archaeologist on a tour of the cinder fields where Apollo Moon mission astronauts trained in the 1960s. The 4-mile interpretive hike includes historic photographs. Reservations required, 928 526-0502.

Back West Celebration of Stone Balancing9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Road See how the art and science of stone balancing teaches lessons in simple mechanics, center of gravity, mass vs. weight, levers and fulcrums. Watch, learn and participate as experienced stone balancers showcase their skill.

The power of artificial intelligence will likely take the driver’s seat in the very near future. World-renowned driverless car technology expert Raj Rajkumar will propel us down the road to a tomorrow of driverless vehicles as he shares the latest innovations from his General Motors-Carnegie Mellon Autonomous Driving Collaborative Research Lab. The presentation follows an interpretive dance performance by the NAU Community Dance Academy. Get your free tickets in advance online or in-person from the NAU Central Ticket Office (nau.edu/cto; 928-523-5661). Limited free tickets at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Friday, Sept. 21Joy Cone Tours: Automation and Ice Cream 9, 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11 a.m. 1, 1:30, 2, 2:30, and 3 p.m.2843 W. Shamrell Blvd.See how ice cream cones are produced in a fully automated facility. Participants must be older than 5. For every two children, at least one adult must be present.Reservations required, flag.tours@joycone.com.

Accelerating into the Future BalletPreceding the Keynote Presentation7 p.m., NAU Ardrey AuditoriumNAU Ardrey AuditoriumPerformers from the NAU Community Dance Academy will rev up the crowd and set the pace for the keynote presentation as the Festival rolls out the Best 10 days of the Year!

Campus Sky Viewing7:30 – 10 p.m. NAU Campus ObservatoryExplore the night skies on a clear night through the Barry Lutz telescope.

W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote Presentation:Self-Driving Vehicles: Accelerating into the FutureRaj Rajkumar, Ph.D., Professor of Electrical/Computer Engineering7 p.m., NAU Ardrey Auditorium

Research Innovations suitable for college students and life-long learners

Twilight Talks suitable for high school students and adults

Early Childhood suitable for preschool to 3rd grade

Afterschool Workshop suitable for ages noted in the event description

Afterschool Talk suitable for middle school and high school students

Ranger Cabin Hike10 a.m. to Noon; 1 – 3 p.m.Walnut Canyon National MonumentEnjoy a 2-mile guided hike through pinyon-juniper woodlands and the ponderosa pine forest to a historic ranger cabin. See fire scars from the 1700s, learn how the forest has changed and see how old growth trees are being protected from fire. Reservations required, 928-526-3367.

Science in the Park 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Wheeler ParkSee a Mars Rover in action as it crawls over rocks and kids! Conduct heart surgery, build a prehistoric wall and view microscopic organisms! It’s a park full of action, model trains, big equipment and hands-on activities!

Taking the Pulse of Our National Parks10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Walnut Canyon National Monument, Visitor CenterBecome a field researcher and learn about vegetation, phenology and trees at monitoring sites along the trail. Gather and submit data in exchange for a commemorative sticker!

Hidden Landscapes Art Exhibit 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsAcclaimed Japanese artist Yasuaki Onishi explores material and spatial transformation by creating mountains that appear to float in space.

The Future of Water in FlagstaffErin Young, City of Flagstaff12:30 – 3:30 p.m.Montoya Senior CenterLearn how Flagstaff Water Services earned the designation for an adequate 100-year water supply and how technology canaccelerate reclaimed water use!

Fort Tuthill Forest Health Tour 3 - 4:30 p.m.Fort Tuthill County ParkExplore the Fort Tuthill Thinning Project, a 330-acre effort to

increase forest health, improve public safety and reduce wildfire risk. Learn about the impacts of fire on forest ecosystems and what fire scars tell us. Meet at the forest resiliency interpretive sign north of the Fort Tuthill Bike Park, next to the NAU Ecological Restoration Institute’s demonstration area.

Ethical Challenges Posed by Automation and Artificial Intelligence: A Panel Discussion3 - 5 p.m.Museum of Northern ArizonaBranigar HallTechnological advances raise tough questions about how humans interact with machines. Join in this panel discussion with NAU’s Philosophy in the Public Interest about challenges that come with artificial intelligence and automation.

Tynkertopia Open House 4 – 6 p.m.

2152 N Fourth Street, Suites 106-109Learn about Flagstaff’s newest STEM/STEAM venue with a focus on curiosity, wonder and playfulness!

Hidden Landscapes Reception6 - 7:30 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsCelebrate the new exhibit by Japanese artist Yasuaki Onishi that makes monuments appear to be suspended in space.

Surveying Grand Canyon in 1935Richard Quartaroli, Historian7 p.m.Riordan Mansion State Historic ParkAs Boulder/Hoover Dam was being built, the Lake Mead area and the Colorado River upstream to Diamond Creek was alive with a flurry of activity involving aerial photography, surveying, mapping and boating. Feel the spray and energy behind this engineering marvel.

Campus Sky Viewing7:30 – 10 p.m. NAU Campus ObservatoryExplore the night skies on a clear night through the Barry Lutz telescope.

Monday, Sept. 24Brown Bag Lunch: Stormwater in Flagstaff Chris Kirkendall City of Flagstaff 12 - 1 p.m.CCC Fourth Street CampusBring your lunch and learn about the path stormwater takes, the planning involved to keep Flagstaff safe, and the impact it has on our watershed.

Astronomy for Preschoolers 1:30 – 3 p.m. East Flagstaff Community Library Lowell Observatory Camps for Kids (LOCKs) Preschool introduces young minds to the stars through hands-on activities. Parent attendance and participation is required. For ages 3 - 6.

Crazy for Color 4 p.m.CCC Fourth Street Campus Celebrate the wonderful world of color with kaleidoscopes and The Wonder Factory! Build your own and try out our giant kaleidoscope while we discuss the science of prisms, color, symmetry and reflective light. For ages 5 to 12, parents or guardians must accompany.Reservations required, thewonderfactoryflagstaff@gmail.com.

Milkweeds for Monarchs Rich Hofstetter, Ph.D., NAU4 p.m.Lowell Observatory Scientists and gardeners are planting a butterfly haven across the state. Find out how migrating monarchs are getting some help as they brighten our Southwestern skies.

Mindful Movement and Eating Habits for Young Adults4 – 5 p.m.East Flagstaff Community LibraryExplore basic nutrition and healthy eating habits, and learn mindful movement and breathing techniques to combat stress. Fifth grade through high school students and adults. Reservations required, 928-380-7556.

Sunday, Sept. 23Chasing Butterflies8:15 a.m.Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Road SedonaJoin in the effort to net and tag monarch butterflies as they fly through Red Rock State Park. You’ll needlong pants, closed toe shoes, sun block, a hat, water and a camera! Reservations required, 928-282-6907.

Sea of Tranquility Hike9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Flagstaff Ranger Station, 5075 N. Highway 89Hike to a crater field created as a replica of the Moon’s Sea of Tranquility, where NASA intended to land the Apollo 11 astronauts. Prepare for a 4-5 mile walk over uneven terrain. Dress appropriately. Bring water and snacks. High clearance vehicles are not necessary. We’ll watch a short film, then drive to the site. Reservations required, 928-527-8259 or jeannestevens@fs.fed.us

Elden Pueblo Public Day10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Elden PuebloCoconino National ForestDig into the past with archaeologists! Analyze artifacts and practice ancient hunting games at the Elden Pueblo Heritage Site.

Homolovi Pueblo Guided Tour10 a.m.Homolovi State Park61 miles east of Flagstaff Exit 257 to Hwy 87Meet at Homolovi State Park and caravan 12 miles (1/4-mile is dirt) to a rare view of the oldest pueblo. Hike an easy 1/3-mile walk on uneven ground. Reservations required, 928-289-4106.

Hart Prairie Preserve Nature Walk10 a.m.Meet at the Fort Valley Plaza Shopping Center1000 N. Humphreys Street, SW Corner near the guardrailEnjoy a 90-minute walk

through an alpine meadow. Learn about birds, wildflowers, forest ecology and the Conservancy’s work across the region. No dogs please.

Pioneer Museum Open House1 – 4 p.m.2340 N. Fort Valley RoadWhen it was built in 1908, the Coconino County Hospital for the Indigent offered cutting-edge medical care to Flagstaff’s citizens. Today the building houses the Pioneer Museum with exhibits on early life in Flagstaff and medical innovation in Arizona.

Kīlauea Eruption! Greg Vaughan and Elise Rumpf, USGS3 – 5 p.m.Museum of Northern ArizonaBranigar Hall Toxic gases, lava fountains, ash explosions, earthquakes and rivers of lava! Hear from local volcanologists as they report back from the fiery front line of Kīlauea’s once-in-a-generation eruptive episode.

Climate Change Solutions7 p.m.Riordan Mansion State Historic ParkHear from an interdisciplinary panel on the challenges of a changing climate and accelerating solutions through policy, behavior change and technology.

Campus Sky Viewing7:30 – 10 p.m. NAU Campus ObservatoryExplore the night skies on a clear night through the Barry Lutz telescope.

Observing Butterflies Gail Morris, Southwest Monarch Study5 p.m.Lowell Observatory Biologists and citizen scientists are gathering information about monarchs to determine if they are in danger of disappearing from the landscape. Learn about the plight of these colorful butterflies.

Lowell Observatory Open House5 - 10 p.m.1400 W. Mars Hill Peer into the universe, engage in interactive displays, enjoy astronomical presentations!

Teen Science Cafe: Robotics with CocoNuts5:30 p.m.Bookmans Flagstaff,1520 S. Riordan Ranch St.Learn from student robotics team members and build a “Junkyard Racer” that will be put to the test!

Learning from Listening: Community Health and Cross-Cultural Partnerships Nicolette Teufel-Shone, Ph.D., NAU6:30 p.m.Cline Library AuditoriumCommunication and collaboration are key to understanding health needs and implementing programs. Discover insights from 25 years of research with American Indian communities. Special $2 parking available at the Riordan Rd kiosk for parking behind Cline (P13 nau.edu/maps).

Movie Night: AlphaGo6:30 p.m.Sinagua Middle SchoolWatch as the ancient Chinese game, Go, and artificial intelligence collide in South Korea in The DeepMind Challenge Match.

Toddler Tales 11 - 11:30 a.m. Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public LibraryYour toddler will delight in science-themed stories, songs, games and more. For ages 2 and 3.

Hidden Landscapes11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsExplore an exhibition by artist Yasuaki Onishi where mountainous forms appear to float in space.

Brown Bag Lunch: Fires and FloodsNoon – 1:15 p.m. Flagstaff Aquaplex Community RoomBring your lunch and learn how the Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project is reducing the risk of unnaturally hot wildfires and flooding.

Using Science to Help Feed the WorldDan FoleyNoon – 1 p.m.CCC Fourth Street CampusBring your lunch and find out how feeding a growing global population will require more water for agriculture than is currently available. Research results will impact farm crops and the environment by producing more crop per drop.

Build A Bot! 3 – 6 p.m.Tynkertopia2152 N Fourth StreetSuites 106-109Come to Tynkertopia and create a bot using recycled materials. Ages 2 – 102!

Crafty Corner Science Edition3:30 - 4:30 p.m.East Flagstaff Community LibraryJoin in a fun-filled afternoon of science-themed crafts. Ages 5 - 13.

Build Your Own Terrarium 4 – 5 p.m.CCC Fourth Street CampusCreate a self-contained ecosystem and bring your creation home! For ages 6 - 18. Reservations required, melinda.mckinney@coconino.edu.

Bugs and Botany Up Close and Personal 4 - 5 p.m. Museum of Northern Arizona Research Campus Center for Bio-Cultural Diversity LaboratoryView flowers and insects under a microscope in this afterschool workshop. Make your own giant photograph of a bug or plant of your choice. Coloring activities, too!

Name That Tune: Flagstaff Bird Calls

Mark SyzdloNational Park Service 4 - 5 p.m. Lowell ObservatoryListen to bird calls and try to match the correct bird to its sound!

Mining Asteroids Laszlo Kestay, Ph.D., USGS5 – 6 p.m. Lowell ObservatoryEver dream of mining platinum from asteroids, drinking a beverage at the MarsSnack Bar, or basking in eternal sunshine at the lunar poles? Discover the real possibilities!

Exploring the Crack-in-Rock Community and Art of Ancient Wupatki

David Purcell, MNA 6:30 p.m. Museum of Northern ArizonaDiscover petroglyphs in the remote backcountry of Wupatki National Monument. Experience dramatic landscape views, captivating rock artimages and fascinating stories linking this site to Southwestern tribes.

Movie Night: A.I. Artificial Intelligence7 – 10 p.m. Cline Library AuditoriumWhat will the future of automation hold? Watch Steven Spielberg’s A.I., as part of the NAU CAL Film Series then join scientists for a panel on artificial intelligence on Sunday, Sept. 30. See nau.edu/cal/events/cal-film-series for parking instructions.

Wednesday, Sept. 26Preschool Express 10:30 - 11 a.m.Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public LibraryLittle ones will be thrilled by surprises and fun with science-themed stories, songs, games and more.Ages 4 - 5.

Hidden Landscapes11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsExplore an exhibition by artist Yasuaki Onishi where mountainous forms appear to float in space.

Species Extinctions and Ecosystem ImpactsClare Aslan, Ph.D., NAUNoon – 1 p.m.CCC Fourth Street CampusBring your lunch and find out how extinctions and biological invasions can disrupt important activities like pollination.

Downtown Geology Tour12:45 – 2 p.m.Mountain Sports FlagstaffExplore downtown Flagstaff like never before. Learn about the ancient history of stones used in iconic buildings, architectural styles and rock types. Pick up tickets at Mountain Sports while they last or register online, www willowbendcenter.org.

Planetary Science Poster Session1 – 4 p.m.NAU du Bois Center BallroomLearn about local research

during the Northern Arizona Planetary Science Alliance Poster Session. Free parking pass

and parking available at NAU Walkup Sky

Dome Parking Lot. Select special permit for Festival of Science at Sky Dome kiosk, print and place on dashboard. Short walk to DuBois.

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Flaming Hot Wednesdays 1:30 – 3 p.m. East Flagstaff Community LibraryTravel through time as we investigate technology then and now, including Polaroids to iPhones, old-fashioned movies to projectors to VCRs and DVDs. All ages.

Astronomy for Preschoolers 1:30 – 3 p.m.Flagstaff Family Food CenterLowell Observatory Camps for Kids (LOCKs) Preschool introduces young minds to the stars through hands-on activities. Parent attendance and participation is required. For ages 3 - 6.

Build a Bot! 3 – 6 p.m.Tynkertopia2152 N Fourth Street, Suites 106-109Come to Tynkertopia and create a bot using recycled materials. Ages 2 – 102!

Creation Station 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public LibraryJoin us for science-themed stories and crafts. Ages 3 and up.

Recycling into the Future 4 – 5 p.m.Museum of Northern Arizona Branigar HallExplore where things come from, what they are made of, what they are used for and what happens when they are used up. Activities include the wheel of recycling, a sorting game and scavenger hunt.

Introduction to Metal Working 4 – 5 p.m.Artisan Metal Works, 5301 1/2 East Empire AvenueLearn about making fences, boat frames, interior and exterior designs with metal and take your creationhome! This afterschool workshop is designed for 5th through 8th graders.Reservation required, 928-773-4959.

Fly a Drone! 4 - 5 p.m.CCC Fourth Street CampusAssemble and test fly a drone. For ages 12 - 18. Participants must arrive on time to participate. Reservations required, melinda.mckinney@coconino.edu.

Discovering Weird Cave CreaturesJut Wynne, Ph.D., NAU

4 p.m.Lowell ObservatoryAn exploration of caves in China has led to the discovery of new pseudoscorpions and millipedes. Take a look at unusual animals that live completely in the dark.

Water Conservation Volunteer Day 4 – 6 p.m.Ponderosa High School2384 N. Steves Blvd.Learn about water conservation through rainwater harvesting! Your help is needed to insulate a rainwater harvesting tank at the Terra Birds demonstration garden. Details and reservations at Facebook.com/flagstaffwater.

Using Computers to Assess Disease Risk

Amir Arzani, NAU5 p.m.Lowell ObservatoryLearn how computers and new technology can tell us if we are at risk for cardiovascular disease.

The Science and Engineering of Brewing5 p.m.Wanderlust Brewery1519 N. Main St.,

Ste. 102Take a guided tour of the Wanderlust Brewery. Learn about the beer-

making process and how ales get their distinctive flavors. For ages 21 and over.

Pajama Fun Storytime6 - 6:30 p.m. Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public LibraryScience-themed stories, songs, and activities for the whole family. All ages.

Let’s Draw a Science Info Graphic

6 – 7:30 p.m. East Flagstaff Community LibraryLearn how to draw your own captivating science poster in this afterschool workshop with a graphic designer and wildlife artist.

Movie Night: Dream Big: Engineering Our World6:30 p.m. Sinagua Middle SchoolThis film will transform how we think about engineering, from the Great Wall of China to the world’s tallest buildings to underwater robots and smart, sustainable cities. Dream Big

celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small.

Valley Fever: The Mysterious Desert Disease in Your BackyardBridget Barker, Ph.D., NAU 6:30 p.m. Cline Library AuditoriumValley fever, affecting about 10,000 people a year, is caused by a fungus in the dust and soils of the Southwest. Learn how scientists detect the pathogen, diagnose and treat the disease, and about a citizen scientist project on pets with valley fever. Special $2 parking available at the Riordan Road kiosk for parking behind Cline (P13 nau.edu/maps).

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lot with CCC Science Club students. For ages 6-18. Reservations required, melinda.mckinney@coconino.edu.

Rio de Flag Water Reclamation Plant Tour4 – 5 p.m. 600 Babbitt DriveFollow the path wastewater takes to become A+ reclaimed water for use in irrigation systems, snow making and more. Reservations required, 928-213-2471.

Hacking Microbiomes Improve our World Greg Caporaso, Ph.D., NAU5 p.m.Lowell ObservatoryFind out how trillions of microorganisms living in and on our bodies help keep us healthy! Hear about DNA research and where the future is headed in medical science.

Worm Composting 6 – 7 p.m.East Flagstaff Community LibraryLearn about the benefits of composting with worms in this afterschool workshop! It’s fun, easy, odorless, and produces a great soil fertilizer. Workshop participants will learn how to house, feed, harvest and carefor their worms. Someone will win a worm bin!

Predicting Landscape Changes in our Backyard:the Future of the San Francisco Volcano Field

Kirk Anderson, MNA6:30 p.m.Museum of Northern ArizonaVolcanos are HOT! Eroding volcanos are NOT! Suitable for all ages.

Women in STEM 7– 9 p.m.Firecreek CoffeeExpand your professional circle at the Festival’s networking event for women scientists, engineers and physicians working in industry or academia. Get to know your peers in a relaxed and collegial atmosphere. Bring business cards!

Friday, Sept. 28Hidden Landscapes11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsExplore an exhibition by artist Yasuaki Onishi where mountainous forms appear to float in space.

Recycling Center Tour 1 - 2 p.m.Norton Environmental Materials Recovery Facility 1800 E. Butler Ave.Find out what can be recycled in Flagstaff, how materials are sorted and where do they go from here. Reservations required, www. willowbendcenter.org.

Walk on Mars1 – 6:30 p.m.Sinagua Middle SchoolWalk across this true-to-size landscape map and learn from astrogeologists about the formations on the surface of Mars. Explorers of all ages welcome!

Build A Bot! 3 – 6 p.m. Tynkertopia, 2152 N Fourth Street, Suites 106-109Come to Tynkertopia and create a bot using recycled materials. Ages 2 – 102!

Dissections! 4 - 5 p.m.East Flagstaff Community LibraryIf you are curious about how different species evolved to adapt to their environments, come use dissecting tools and take a look at the anatomy of worms, sheep eyes, frogs and sharks! Reservations required, 928-606-6653.

Flagstaff Wonder Rally4 – 8 p.m.Heritage SquareSpend a Friday family fun night building and racing a miniature car! Kids will build a vehicle onsite or at several downtown stations, test it on a track, then compete at Heritage Square. Win an award for creativity and ingenuity. Ages 3 – 16.

Thursday, Sept. 27Family Read & Sing Storytime10 – 10:30 a.m.East Flagstaff Community LibraryJoin us for stories, games, and songs, all with a science theme. All ages.

Preschool Express 10:30 – 11 a.m.Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public LibraryJoin us for science-themed stories, songs games and more. Ages 4 - 5.

Hidden Landscapes11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsExplore an exhibition by artist Yasuaki Onishi where mountainous forms appear to float in space.

How Microbes Affect Your MoodAndy Allen, CCCNoon – 1 p.m.CCC Fourth Street CampusBring your lunch and find out how bacteria in your gut can affect your attitude.

Build A Bot! 3 – 6 p.m. Tynkertopia, 2152 N Fourth Street, Suites 106-109Come to Tynkertopia and create a bot using recycled materials. Ages 2 – 102!

LEGO Club3:30 - 4:30 p.m.East Flagstaff Community LibraryNeed more LEGOs in your life? LEGO Club is here for you. Join us for a special science themed challenge. Grades K – 5.

Permafrost Thaw and Microbial Growth: A Giant AwakensEgbert Schwartz, Ph.D., NAU4 p.m.Lowell ObservatoryFind out how the thawing Alaskan permafrost is awakening microorganisms in the soil and its affects on climate change.

Build Your Own Water Rocket and Parachute 4 – 5 p.m. CCC Fourth Street CampusDesign and launch your own water rocket in the parking

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How Long was Seismosaurus? 4 - 5:30 p.m.Museum of Northern Arizona Research Campus, Geology Building parking lot, north side of Fort Valley RoadSeismosaurus, at least 110 feet in length, was quite possibly the longest of the long-necks. Help fill in the chalk outline in the parking lot. We’ll compare it to modern dinosaurs and predict the size of future dinosaurs! The Geology Building is on the north side of the highway.

Black Widow Spiders Todd Gonzales 4 p.m.Lowell ObservatoryHear about the myths and facts of the black widow from a local spiderman. Live specimens will be present.

Ants of the Colorado PlateauDerek Uhey, NAU 5 p.m.Lowell ObservatoryFrom a single queen, ants form complex societies, numbering in the tens of thousands! Several hundred species of ants live in the desert, the forest and underground. Learn about their beneficial and negative impacts.

CCC Science Celebration5:30 - 7:30 p.m.CCC Lone Tree CampusComplete a circuit of hands-on activities in chemistry, biology, engineering, physics, anthropology and geology, and take home a prize! Explore your compost arthropods and view the night sky!

Campus Sky Viewing7:30 - 10 p.m.NAU ObservatoryExplore the night skies on a clear night through the Barry Lutz telescope.

SCI Talks6 - 8:30 p.m.Coconino Center for the Arts

Hear four TEDx-inspired, 15-minute Science, Communication, Innovation Talks. Doors open at 6 p.m., talks begin at 6:30 p.m.,beer and wine available for purchase.

Growing Body PartsRobert Kellar, Ph.D., NAUFind out how the field of regenerative medicine has developed over two centuries and where it may be headed in the future.

Innovating and Developing a New TechnologyThomas “TJ” Janecek, Electric Torque MachinesBreakthrough technology in electric motors delivers solutions for a broad variety of applications. Learn how this new category of motors is powering the world.

Getting Gritty Emma Wharton, Grand Canyon YouthWhat do endangered fish and teenagers have in common? Both need grit and resiliency to thrive. Hear about river and canyon projects that connect youth to nature.

It’s the Little ThingsBilly Cordasco, Babbitt RanchesFrom the ground, to the sky and out into the universe, it’s the little things that are making a difference in science, art and culture. Exploration from the Colorado Plateau peers into the world of honey pot ants, golden eagles and space travel.

NAU Science and Engineering DayNoon – 3 p.m.NAU Science and Health BuildingDueling robots, hissing cockroaches and the latest technological inventions will surprise you! Free parking behind Cline Library.

The Science of Breathing in Yoga and Life1 – 2:30 p.m.Northern Arizona Yoga CenterLearn about the science behind different breathing techniques used in yoga. Bring a pillow and be ready to try some poses. No yoga experience necessary.

Flagstaff’s Water Conserving Future2 – 4 p.m.Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public LibraryHelp the City of Flagstaff Water Conservation Program pick future options for conserving water.

Tynkertopia Open House 2 – 5 p.m. 2152 N Fourth StreetSuites 106-109Learn about Flagstaff’s newest STEM/STEAM venue, with a focus on curiosity, wonder and playfulness!

Saturday, Sept. 294x4 Excursion to Apollo Astronaut Training Grounds8:30 a.m. - NoonBring your off-road capable 4x4 for an adventure through the Cinder Hills Off-Highway Vehicle Area to visit craters made by local geologists to prepare Apollo astronauts for the Moon. Your journey starts at Buffalo Park. The number of vehicles is limited. Carpooling encouraged.Reservations required, call 928-556-7002.

Fort Valley Experimental Forest Open House9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Coconino National Forest, Hwy 180, about 1 mile west of Snowbowl RoadTour the nation’s first forest research station and historic cabins.

Picture Canyon Hike9 - 11:30 a.m.Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve TrailheadJoin in a 3-mile hike featuring Sinagua petroglyphs and wildlife of this critical riparian area. Bring hiking shoes, sun hat, sunscreen and water. Reservations required, 928-213-2155 or Kaeli.Wells@flagstaffaz.gov.

MNA Easton Collection Center Open House10 a.m. – NoonMuseum of Northern Arizona Research Center, northeast side of Fort Valley RoadCheck out this modern, living facility that houses collections from ancient and current cultures as well as the natural world of the Colorado Plateau.

National Weather Service Open House11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Camp Navajo Army DepotBellemont, I-40, Exit 185Take a tour, visit with forecasters and technicians, and engage in interactive activities. Catch the weather balloon launch at noon, 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.!For program updates and changes,

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Early Childhood STEAM Fair 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.Flagstaff High SchoolIt’s full STEAM ahead at this early childhood fair showcasing art and science educational resources for children from birth to 8 years old.

Sustainable Building Tour10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Willow Bend Environmental Education CenterThis self-guided tour showcases sustainable living. Homes include construction methods, rainwater harvesting demonstrations, greywater systems and solar power. Tour packets are available at Willow Bend on the day of the tour or downloaded for outlying community locations. For more information: www.coconino.az.gov/sustainablebuilding

Hidden Landscapes Art Exhibit11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Coconino Center for the ArtsExplore an exhibition by artist Yasuaki Onishi where mountains appear to float in space.

Fantastic VoyageNoon – 4 p.m.Flagstaff Medical CenterExplore the inner workings of the human body, engage with health care professionals, learn about medical tools and equipment, and check out Guardian Air’s helicopter (if available).

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Sunday, Sept. 30Lava River Cave Hike8:30 a.m. – Noon Coconino National ForestThis challenging primitive 1.5 mile hike through an ancient lava tube leads to lavacicles and splash downs. Reservations required, 602-582-1328 or cjt267@nau.edu.

The Arboretum at Flagstaff Open House9 a.m. – Noon4 miles south on Woody Mountain RoadBring the whole family for interactive activities, including the Wheel of Wonder, educational exhibits and more! Enjoy a guided tour, hiking trails and fun in the forest!

Hart Prairie Preserve Nature Walk10 a.m.Meet at the Fort Valley Plaza Shopping Center, 1000 N. Humphreys Street, SW Corner near the guardrailEnjoy a 90-minute walk through an alpine meadow. Learn about birds, wildflowers, forest ecology and the Conservancy’s work across the region. No dogs please.

Scenic Science ChairliftStarting at 10 a.m.Arizona SnowbowlGlide above the forest to alpine tundra remaining from

the last Ice Age. Meet a Ranger at the top to learn about the volcanic field, Grand Canyon and ecosystems of the San Francisco Peaks. Call to reserve one of 50 free chairlift tickets (limit two per party), email customerservice@snowbowl.ski.

Introduction to 3D Design and Printing 10:30 – noonNAU Cline Library’s MakerLabSee what you can do in the MakerLab and start designing in 3D at this hands-on workshop. Registration required,https://nau.libcal.com/event/4334064 Free Parking behind NAU Cline Library, Lot P13.

Artificial Intelligence in the Movies5 – 7 p.m.U.S. Geological Survey 2255 North Gemini DriveWill robots take over the world as Spielberg’s A.I. portrays? How true is Hollywood’s depiction of artificial intelligence? Local AI/machine learning experts will lead this panel discussion and explain how they use AI in their everyday work.

Campus Sky Viewing7:30 - 10 p.m.NAU ObservatoryExplore the night skies on a clear night through the Barry Lutz telescope.

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Astronaut Training in the Grand CanyonKevin Schindler, Lowell Observatory7 p.m.Riordan Mansion State Historic ParkIn the 1960s, astronauts traveled to the Grand Canyon for geology lessons. Trace their path to Phantom Ranch and join in the adventure! Enjoy then-and-now pictures of stops along the way.

U.S. Naval Observatory Open House7 – 10 p.m. Take Route 66 for about 3 miles west of Flagstaff, turn right at Naval Observatory Road sign, follow switchbacks and signsThe Navy uses the stars to set the world’s clocks and view distant galaxies and deep space phenomena from this hilltop west of Flagstaff. Take a tour of this important facility!

Campus Sky Viewing7:30 - 10 p.m.NAU ObservatoryExplore the night skies on a clear night through the Barry Lutz telescope.

Flagstaff Lunar Legacy Lecture Series

Presentations start at 6 p.m., the second

Wednesday of each month through

December 2019 at the CCC Lone Tree Campus.

For program updates and changes, visit us on Facebook and scifest.org

Cornerstone Environmental Consultants • Alyssa Deaver • Flagstaff Eye Care • Tony Hannigan • The Kahl Family • Brian Klimowski • Brandon and Mackenzie Lurie • Noah and Debi Stalvey • Greg and Alicia Vaughan • Richard and Nelda Vaughan • W. Leibfriend Environmental Consultants

PLANETARY FRIENDSArizona Snowbowl • Coconino Center for the Arts • Flagstaff Unified School District • Byron and Jennifer Hayes • Paul and Deborah Holbrook • Intel Benevity Fund • Joy Cone • KAFF/KMGN • NAU College of Arts and Letters • NAU NASA Space Grant • Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. of Flagstaff • Pilkington Advertising Design • Rocky Mountain Research Station • Bonnie Stevens’ Communication Station • SWCA Environmental Consultants • The Jim St. Leger Family • The Wolf/ KOLT/ Rewind • Yavapai Broadcasting

Molly and Joseph Herman

Foundation

Charlot M. Root

Maury Herman and Karen Kinne Herman

McClanahan Family Fund

SUPERNOVA FRIENDS

GALACTIC FRIENDS

STELLAR FRIENDS

COMETARY FRIENDS

Northern Arizona Association of REALTORS®

Drs. Robert and Sheila Edgar