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October 2009
DadGirl Spin in Life

Welcome COSI Member!
There's lots going on at COSI this fall! Check out COSI’s new Workshops, School’s Out Camps, "Spooky Science" Weekend, and the Buy One, Get One Animalopolis Member Coupon.

Don't Miss Exploding Pumpkins This Halloween!

COSI Backyard Science Day
Saturday, October 17, 10am–5pm
Learn how to explore your backyard like a scientist with the help of experts from COSI and the Ohio State University. Explore Central Ohio's own natural wonders with fun hands-on activities for all ages.


Pumpkin Patch You Try It! Workshop
Friday and Saturday, October 30 & 31
For families with children 6-12

See our newest explosion show, Pumpkin Patch Science, then go behind the scenes to try your own fun and spooky chemistry experiments. Workshop includes a take home experiment and a scientific ice cream treat!

Cost: $5 per person (plus COSI admission for non-members). Call 614.228.2674 for advance reservations, or inquire at Box Office upon arrival.

Can't make the Workshop? See flying turkeys and flame-throwing pumpkins in our Pumpkin Patch Science Live Show Sept. 19-Nov. 22.

“Spooky Science” Weekend
Friday and Saturday, October 30 & 31
Explore the "spooky" science of Halloween with the Pumpkin Patch Science Live Show and
Pumpkin Patch Science You Try It! Workshop ($5 per person), trick or treat stations, and more! Come in costume to make it even more fun!

COSI is open until 9pm on October 30 for Family Friday Night.

Family Friday Nights is presented by National City, Now a part of PNC.

Animalopolis Film is Perfect for Preschoolers
Animalopolis, a new film on COSI's Extreme Screen
Perfect for children 3 and up
Running time: 25 minutes

This lighthearted film features 12 different animals that will stimulate your children's imagination and is sure to make them laugh! 

Presented by Time Warner Cable and supported by COSI's Early Childhood Workshops.

Special Offer: Print a Buy One, Get One Coupon for Members

"My son is three years old and the movie was the perfect length. It was his first time in a theater and he really enjoyed himself. He really seemed to like it when the animals appeared to be singing and talking to each other." 
                                                                                - Heidi, COSI Member

No School? Check Out School's Out Camps!

School's Out Camp: Create Your Own YouTube Video
Friday, October 16, 2009
Ages 12-14

Work with COSI and WOSU Team Members and learn how to create and post a video blog on YouTube. View details or call 614.228.2674 to register. 

School's Out Camp: It’s Not Magic; It’s Chemistry
Friday, October 16, 2009
Ages 5-11

Use real science to explore magic potions and spooky illusions.
View details or call 614.228.2674 to register.

NEW! COSI Adult Event: Brew Science
Thursday, October 22 from 6pm-8pm
For ages 21 and up
Soak up the science of fermentation and the art of home brewing. Then taste test Columbus' best home brewed beers, and vote for your favorites! Sample pale ales, wheat beers, porters, stouts, and more. View details. 

Members Get a Discount! Tickets are $18 each for Members ($20 each for non-Members). Use "MBR" as the code when purchasing online. Tickets include beer samples and light hors d'oeuvres. Cash bar and parking additional. View ticket information. 

Event made possible by Barley's and the SODZ home brewers club, with media support from CD101.

Early Childhood Workshops Coral Reef Adventure
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Featured Benefits
Bring a friend to COSI for half-price during Experience Columbus Days October 9-12!
Print Discount Flyer.

Star Wars Concert Offer
COSI Members can purchase pre-sale tickets for Star Wars In Concert, courtesy of Nationwide. Offer valid Oct. 1 at 10am through Oct. 2, 2009 at 10pm or while supplies last.
View concert and pre-sale details.
Coming Soon
National Meet The Blind
Month Celebration

Saturday, October 10, 2009
Meet blind scientists and learn about low-vision aid technology. View more info.


Science & Religion Panel
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
NPR's Neal Conan moderates this lively discussion about the intersection of science and religion. Free; call 614.228.2674 for reservations.


Girls Discover...Engineering!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Grades 6-8

Talk with women engineers, participate in hands-on activities, and learn more about rewarding careers! View details and registration info.
Student Contest
TechColumbus is looking for bright young innovators to share their ideas and compete for scholarship funding! View more details.
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