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Flagstaff Festival of Science Local Science Spotlight: Science and Storytelling with Nicole Walker
Discover the captivating intersection of science and storytelling in the heart of Flagstaff, Arizona as local writer and educator, Nicole Walker, unravels the hidden secrets of the coastal redwoods. In a recent blog post, Nicole tells us about the intriguing exploration of resilience, shedding light on the ability of redwoods to utilize decades-old carbon for rejuvenation after wildfires, a topic inspired by her personal experiences with the annual fire concerns in Northern Arizona.
Connections Spotlight — CCC&Y Partners ready for GivingTuesday
CCC&Y partners are taking an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and programs throughout Northern Arizona by being part in the annual GivingTuesday movement on Nov. 28, 2023.
CCC&Y partners who are participating in our GivingTuesday promotional effort include:
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation — Donation link
Flagstaff Festival of Science — Science in the Park — Donation link
We believe GivingTuesday is a perfect fit for our mission: “We ignite collective action that creates better lives for children and families.”
Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving and a fantastic GivingTuesday celebration.
Flagstaff Festival of Science seeking new board members. Only 1 more week to apply!
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2024 Board of Directors. Do you want to join a group of like-minded individuals who are passionate about STEAM education in our community?
Apply to join the Festival of Science Board today. Applications close Nov. 1.
We are seeking members who have experience with any of the following: program development, volunteer management, science education, community building, event planning, finance, marketing, fundraising, writing, digital media, policy development, festival coordination, research methods, and science communication.
Connections Spotlight — Slight drizzle didn’t dampen excitement for families at Snook’s Science in the Park. More Festival of Science events to come
A slight drizzle on the first day of Fall didn’t dampen the fun when families came out to the annual Snook’s Science in the Park on Sept. 23, 2023 at Wheeler Park in downtown Flagstaff.
Part of the annual Flagstaff Festival of Science, which continues through Oct. 1, the park event featured a number of hand-on activities for young people.
Youth had the opportunity to explore life-saving medical devices with innovators and engineers under the W. L. Gore & Associates tents, view the talented athletes from Momentum Aerial as they leap and spin above the ground, with young people launching their own mini rockets and learning about the science behind rocket propulsion at the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth exhibit.
The 10-day festival features a mix of in-person activities, live streamed webinars and pre-recorded videos. A full listing of events is available by going to scifest.org and clicking on the 2023 digital passport. Events that require a reservation are denoted on the passport.
All Festival events are FREE.
Connections Spotlight — CCC&Y supports positive experience for families at Flagstaff Festival of Science (Sept. 22-Oct. 1)
“The Mammoth World of Science” is the theme of this year’s Flagstaff Festival of Science (Sept. 22 through Oct. 1, 2023).
This year’s theme has been designed to showcase the fascinating research and scientific discovery of Beth Shapiro, PhD, who will give the W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote Presentation from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 at the Ardrey Auditorium at Northern Arizona University, 1115 Knoles Drive, Flagstaff.
Shapiro, a pioneer and global leader in the high-profile field of ancient DNA, will share her expertise on the science of de-extinction.
Click here to see ticket availability. All Festival events are FREE.
Reserve your spot for Flagstaff Festival of Science events!
Tickets requiring reservations are now open!
The moment you’ve been waiting for! All events requiring reservations now have reservation links live. It is so easy to book your spot, but don’t delay! Many events have limited spaces.
Just go to the App or the website calendar, locate the event you’d like to attend, see if reservations are required and follow the link or instructions to secure your spot.
Remember, free tickets to the W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote Presentation with Dr. Beth Shapiro are also available on a first-come, first-served basis. Make your booking online.
Looking forward to seeing you this year for the 34th year of the Flagstaff Festival of Science!
Connections Spotlight — CCC&Y supports positive experience for families at Flagstaff Festival of Science (Sept. 22-Oct. 1)
Resilience is not something we expect from children it is something we support in children, families, and communities. Making sure every child and family has the opportunity for exposure to science, role models, caring adults and a big world is what makes this so special.
We support the Flagstaff Festival of Science. Our child abuse prevention work underscores the need for these positive experiences in our community!
Visit us @ Science in the Park 9/23/23 and participate in the “Best 10 Days of the Year!!”
Schedule@scifest.org
Festival Calendar
Flagstaff Festival of Science — Keynote Tickets are now on sale!
On September 22nd, Dr. Beth Shapiro will share her research on the astonishing and controversial process of de-extinction, from sequencing ancient genomes to anticipating how revived populations might be overseen in the wild. In the W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote Presentation, How to Clone a Mammoth, Shapiro explores the technical, ethical and ecological challenges of bringing extinct species back to life.
Free tickets to the Keynote Presentation are now available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Education Spotlight — Community partners to host more than 100 exciting free events during the 2023 Festival of Science, Sept. 22-Oct. 1! See more local, state and national education news here
FLAGSTAFF — Many of our board members are busy working on the program of events for the 2023 Festival of Science, collaborating with a wide range of community partners and local experts to share discoveries and insights about topics spanning the sciences, technology and the arts.
As announced earlier this year, the theme of the 2023 Festival is “The Mammoth World of Science.” The 10-day adventure will launch with featured keynote speaker Beth Shapiro, PhD, a pioneer and global leader in the high-profile field of ancient DNA, sharing her expertise on the science of de-extinction. The W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote presentation is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22, in Northern Arizona University’s Ardrey Auditorium.
Flagstaff Festival of Science Local Science Spotlight — Planetary Data Ecosystem Scientist Moses Milazzo
Discover the visionary work of Moses Milazzo, the chief scientist in the Planetary Data Ecosystem at NASA, who is revolutionizing the acessibility of crucial scientific information. In an exclusive interview, Milazzo shares insights into his mission to make data more accessible to all, fostering inclusivity and engaging the next generation of scientific pioneers. Learn how Milazzo champions open data and collaborates with scientists worldwide to build a comprehensive foundation for future discoveries.
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