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Seasons of Change:
Global Warming in Your Backyard
November 12 - February 25
Seasons of Change: Global Warming in Your Backyard is a traveling exhibition that explores some of the specific regional impacts from global climate change.  This exhibit will be on display in tandem with another exhibit of the same theme: “Our Expanding Oceans”.
You know that climate change is taking place when you can see it happening in your own backyard.  More rain, less snow.  More severe storms and flooding.  More heat waves.  More smog.  More severe asthma and allergies.  More mosquitoes.  What changes will you welcome the least?  What invasive plant species will be coming to your backyard?  How is global warming transforming our forests?  Are the oceans becoming more acidic?  How is the blue crab’s life cycle affected by global warming?
These and many other questions are answered in clusters the each tells its own story using a combination of scenic treatment, graphics, multimedia and artifact displays. An additional multi-touch, multi-user computer game places climate change in a global context.

Our Expanding Oceans
November 12 - February 25
This exhibit is a beautiful example of inspired art by well-known artist, Mary Edna Fraser. Ms. Fraser’s art is a series of silk batiks depicting satellite views of the earth. Rich in color and information, she has collaborated with scientist Dr. Orrin Pilkey to illustrate how climate change affects the views of our oceans and beaches.

Second Saturday Science Programs
WACKY WEATHER
Saturday, January 14   11:00AM - 2:00PM
Join us as we explore the wacky weather we have been experiencing. Learn what those crazy symbols on the weather map mean. Meet local meteorological star Lanie Pope. Create your own forecast! All activities included in price of museum admission.

SWEET SENSATIONS/HOW DO I LOVE YOU?
Saturday, February 11   11:00AM - 2:00PM
What is all the fuss about when it comes to Valentine’s Day & Love? Find out how pheromones work and what makes people react the way they do. Make a sweet to take to your sweetheart. All activities included in price of museum admission.

MARCH MADNESS: WHAT MADE THE MAD HATTER MAD?
Gardening Guidelines 
Saturday, March 10   11:00AM - 2:00PM
Join us to find out how to prepare for spring planting. Take home a soil testing kit to determine what you should plant. Plant a seed to take home. How does pollution affect our plants? Learn about native plants versus invasive plants.

African American Scientists & Inventors Exhibit
January 14 - March 31
SciWorks recognizes the contributions of African-American scientists and inventors in this enlightening exhibit. Fountain pens, a reclining chair, the “Super Soaker” and many more contributions to everyday life are on display, along with facts on the inventors and their patents.

Rock Laser Shows:
Saturday Nights at the Planetarium
Ticket prices are $6.00 per person per show or enjoy both shows in the same night for just $10 per person. The doors will open 30 minutes before the first show. Seating is first come, first served. No advance ticket sales. No refunds will be given. All exhibit galleries and the park will be closed.

January 21
6:30  American Idol Hits
8:00  Metallica

February 18
6:30  The 80s
8:00  Modern Hard Rock

March 17
6:30  R.E.M.
8:00  Pink Floyd

Astronomy Observing at SciWorks
Saturday, January 28   6:00 - 10:00PM
Saturday, March 31   7:00 - 11:00PM
The Forsyth Astronomical Society and SciWorks Planetarium will have 2 astronomy observations at SciWorks, in our parking lot. The public is invited to attend this free event! Exhibit galleries will not be open. Inclement weather may cancel the event. Call SciWorks after 5:30 PM on 1/29 and 3/31 at 336-767-6730 for cancellation information.

Telescope Workshop
Saturday, January 28   1:00PM - 5:00PM
Do you have a telescope that you are unsure how to use? Are you thinking of buying a telescope but unsure what type to buy? Volunteers from the Forsyth Astronomical Society will be available to answer these questions and more!

ValenWine: The Science of Wine Making
February 14   6:30 - 9:00PM
A truly unique Valentine evening event! Join us for a dinner and wine-tasting fundraiser as we learn about the science of wine making. Space is limited. Reservations required. All proceeds support the educational programs at SciWorks.

ScienceMakers
Saturday, February 25   11:00AM - 3:00PM
ScienceMakers is a national program that offers an oral history of
African American scientists’ major accomplishments. You will have an opportunity to meet and talk with accomplished African American scientists who are renowned in their field of study – as well as ScienceMakers in our community. This special day is for all ages, but specifically geared to grades 6-12. The purpose of this day is to encourage young people to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and to engage the public in scientific discussions.

Brain Awareness Day
Tuesday, March 13   9:00AM - 1:00PM
Join Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center’s Neurobiology Department and the Center for Excellence for Research, Teaching and Learning for Brain Awareness Day at SciWorks. This is another event sponsored in part by Time Warner Cable’s Connect-A-Million Minds initiative. Middle and high school students will visit stations throughout the museum where they will learn about neurons, memory, and other functions of the brain. School groups must register for this event.

Pi Day
Wednesday, March 14   10:00AM - 2:00PM
Who says math cannot be fun and “I’ll never use it again!” Come join us for some fun math activities that show how math is applied to the world around you.

Science Cafe: Memory Loss in Older Adults
Tuesday, March 20   7:00PM
Janine Jennings, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology at Wake Forest University
Science Cafés are informal talks given by a local expert at a local gathering place. The talks will take place at the Buena Vista Grille, 109 S. Stratford Road in Winston-Salem. The Science Café begins at 7pm and will be held in the private room. Participants are encouraged to enjoy dinner on their own from 6-7pm. There is no fee to participate in the Science Café. Bring friends!

National Nano Days
Friday, March 30   10:00AM - 2:00PM
Saturday, March 31   11:00AM - 3:00PM
Can you believe NANO has been around for centuries? The world around you is HUGE, but the components are tiny. Learn what makes simple items around you work using NANO.