BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Lancaster Science Factory - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Lancaster Science Factory X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Lancaster Science Factory REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241010T175043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T163624Z UID:10001647-1732964400-1732975200@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Free with Admission: Chemistry Magic with Eurofins Lancaster Labs DESCRIPTION:Come one come all to the Chemistry Magic Show presented by real scientists from Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories! \nThis dazzling show incorporates a variety of experiments to ignite your mind from homemade rocket fuel to disappearing cups\, to color-changing bottles and so much more! All ages are encouraged to participate in these hands-on experiments and watch the fascinating chemical reactions. \nThis activity is FREE with your paid admission or membership to the Lancaster Science Factory. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/free-with-admission-chemistry-magic-with-eurofins-lancaster-labs-3-2-2/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/CHEMISTRY-MAGIC-SHOW-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240827T171544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T171544Z UID:10001754-1733061600-1733067000@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:The Girls Code Club (Cohort 1: Ruby) DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory welcomes new and returning coders to the ALL NEW Girls Code Club! Each cohort will learn a different coding language in twice-monthly sessions. Join us in the Fall\, Spring\, or BOTH! \nThis program is open to girls ages 8 – 13. No coding experience is required\, but it is helpful for students to have some experience with a qwerty keyboard and mouse. The cost is just $105 per participant. This includes eight facilitated lessons\, a Girls Code Club water bottle\, and earned attendance incentives. Scholarships are available for families with financial needs. \nSign up before September 8th\, 2024 to participate in the fall session. Click here to learn more! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/the-girls-code-club-cohort-1-ruby/2024-12-01/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/GCC-FB-Event-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240923T161741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T161920Z UID:10001808-1733130000-1733155200@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Day Off Camp! DESCRIPTION:Spend your day off from school at the Lancaster Science Factory! Kids in grades K – 6 will enjoy two different hands-on STEM sessions with plenty of time to explore the exhibit hall and a lunch break in between! \nEach full-day camp is $80 per student.  \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR DAY OFF CAMPS!\nScholarships are available for families with a financial need. Click here to download the application. \n\nMonday\, October 14th (Indigenous People’s Day)\n\nSolve It: Put your puzzle skills to the test as you complete a variety of puzzles\, riddles\, and logic challenges. Kids will create their own puzzles and games to test their family and friends at home!\nSupervised lunch break and exploration in the exhibit hall.\nScience is Art: Kids will tap into their creativity as they use science to create art! They’ll love salt watercolors\, color mixing\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, December 2nd (Monday after Thanksgiving)\n\nEdison Bots: Whether they’ve had experience with robots before or are new to the game\, kids will love spending the morning with Edison Bots! Learn about barcode programs and engage in some sumo-style bot battles!\nSupervised lunch break and exploration in the exhibit hall.\nMars Bound: There is still much to learn about our planetary neighbor! Kids will design and test a parachute landing system and build a rover to land on a Mars model! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/day-off-camp/2024-12-02/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Day-Off-Camp-FB-Event.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241127T180657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T133411Z UID:10001898-1733133600-1733158800@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Open on Monday\, December 2nd! DESCRIPTION:Spend your day off from school with us! We are open special hours on Monday\, December 2nd from 10 am – 5 pm! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/open-on-monday-december-2nd/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/SPECIAL-HOURS.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240827T171743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T171743Z UID:10001762-1733414400-1733419800@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:The Girls Code Club (Cohort 2: JavaScript) DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory welcomes new and returning coders to the ALL NEW Girls Code Club! Each cohort will learn a different coding language in twice-monthly sessions. Join us in the Fall\, Spring\, or BOTH! \nThis program is open to girls ages 8 – 13. No coding experience is required\, but it is helpful for students to have some experience with a qwerty keyboard and mouse. The cost is just $105 per participant. This includes eight facilitated lessons\, a Girls Code Club water bottle\, and earned attendance incentives. Scholarships are available for families with financial needs. \nSign up before September 8th\, 2024 to participate in the fall session. Click here to learn more! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/the-girls-code-club-cohort-2-javascript/2024-12-05/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/GCC-FB-Event-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20230602T210823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T135914Z UID:10001144-1733504400-1733511600@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:First Friday @ The Lancaster Science Factory! DESCRIPTION:Every First Friday the Lancaster Science Factory offers free admission from 5 – 7pm. Explore over 70 interactive exhibits for kids in grades K – 8 and their families! This program is possible through the generous support of PPL. \n  \nCHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/first-friday-the-lancaster-science-factory-2/2024-12-06/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Add-a-heading-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241031T162947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T162947Z UID:10001870-1733504400-1733511600@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:First Friday Manufacturing Takeover! DESCRIPTION:This December\, our monthly Free First Friday event will feature a Lancaster County Manufacturing Takeover! As you explore the exhibits stop by each of our partner organizations to try manufacturing-related hands-on activities. \n\nAdvanced Cooling Technologies\nYoung Manufacturers Network\nArmstrong\nGreiner\nThe Lancaster STEM Alliance\nGoodhart Sons\nMantec\nTechnology and Engineering Educatgion Collegiate Association (TEECA) of Millersville University\n\nThis is an all ages event. All children must be accompanied by an adult. First Friday is free thanks to our sponsors! The first 300 visitors will receive free admission. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/first-friday-manufacturing-takeover/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240923T192410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T193142Z UID:10001817-1734170400-1734177600@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Free with Admission: STEM Showdown Qualifier DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Science Cafe from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to qualify for the STEM Showdown! Kids in grades K—5 who complete hands-on activities earn their way into this special competition in January! \n  \nClick here to learn more about the STEM Showdown. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/free-with-admission-stem-showdown-qualifier/2024-12-14/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:STEM Showdown ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/qualifier-event-banner.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240904T190531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T203611Z UID:10001767-1734181200-1734192000@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Girl Scouts Robotics Workshop DESCRIPTION:Girl Scouts Robotics Workshop\nIn this workshop\, a mixed group of Brownies through Cadettes can complete the requirements for ALL THREE Robotics badges (Designing Robots\, Programming Robots\, Showcasing Robots). The workshop could be as long as 3 hours. \nBadges are not included. Girl Scouts receive free admission to the Lancaster Science Factory. Your scouts are welcome to stay and play after/before their workshops. Leaders are also free (please be prepared to show proof of your leader status). Additional non-scout guests receive the group rate. Workshops that do not meet a minimum threshold of 5 scouts may be canceled and refunded by The Lancaster Science Factory. \nClick here to register for this program.\n  URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/girl-scouts-robotics-workshop-3/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2024-09-04T150344.273.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T080000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240823T164015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T164015Z UID:10001678-1734202800-1734249600@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY: DESCRIPTION:Clock In For the Night Shift\nExperience the Lancaster Science Factory in a whole new way when you stay overnight! Explore over 75 hands-on exhibits\, enjoy a pre-lights-out snack\, unroll your sleeping bag in the exhibit hall\, and have a light breakfast before you leave in the morning. This special program is only offered a few times a year\, so sign up now for an upcoming Night Shift! \nTickets\nTickets for the Night Shift are just $55 and include activity guides\, snacks\, and breakfast. This program is limited to children ages 5 – 12\, and one adult (18+) is required for every three children. No adults will be admitted without children. Consider joining us for the Night Shift with your scout group or sports team or even to celebrate a special birthday! \nProgram Schedule\nNight Shift Programs will be held on the following dates. Click each date to purchase tickets! \n\nSaturday\, November 9th\, 2024\nSaturday\, December 14th\, 2024\nSaturday\, January 25th\, 2025\nSaturday\, February 22nd\, 2025\n\nItinerary\n\n7:00 pm – Registered guests check in and stow their belongings.\n7:00 – 10:00pm – Free exploration in the exhibit hall. Complete optional scavenger hunts or scout badge activity guides!\n8:00 – 9:00pm – Drop into the Maker Space for an evening snack.\n10:00 pm – Guests will select their sleeping spots and exhibits will begin to close.\nby 10:30 pm – Lights out.\n7:00 am – 8:00 am – Light breakfast is available in the Maker Space.\nby 8:15 am – Exhibit hall closes\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions and Night Shift Policies\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What type of sleeping gear can I bring? \n \n \n \n \n \n You may bring sleeping bags\, sleeping mats\, and twin air mattresses. Battery or foot-operated pumps are recommended\, because we cannot guarantee sleeping space near an available power outlet.  \nCots and tents are not permitted. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What else should I bring? \n \n \n \n \n \n We recommend comfortable clothes with layers as the temperature may adjust throughout the night. Shoes are required when moving around the exhibit hall\, so please bring slip on shoes for late-night restroom visits.  \nIf you're planning on using a phone\, iPad\, or other device after lights out\, please bring along headphones. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What kind of food will you serve? \n \n \n \n \n \n The evening snack will consist of a piece of fruit\, a bagged snack like chips or pretzels\, plus juice or water.  \nBreakfast will feature a selection of pastries\, cereals\, fruit\, and juice.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What if someone in my group has allergies? \n \n \n \n \n \n If someone in your group has allergies please indicate this when you register. We will contact you about alternative options. \nWe cannot guarantee that our provided food is allergen-free.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why can't I bring a child under the age of 5 or older than 12? \n \n \n \n \n \n The Night Shift Program is designed for families with children ages 5 - 12.   \nActivities go well past most younger children's bedtimes. Younger guests may have a hard time staying awake and there is no place for them to quiety go to sleep before designated lights out time. \nWe welcome all ages during general admission\, but the Night Shift program is specifically planned for Elementary-aged students and their parents. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What is your cancellation policy? \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations (by the registrant) received less than two weeks before the Night Shift Program will be subject to a refund of 1/2 of the total registration cost. Cancellations received at least two weeks in advance shall receive a full refund. Any programs canceled by the Lancaster Science Factory for any reason will be refunded fully. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/14314/2024-12-14/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Night-Shift-Event-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Bowden":MAILTO:rbowden@tlsf.org GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240827T171544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T171544Z UID:10001755-1734271200-1734276600@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:The Girls Code Club (Cohort 1: Ruby) DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory welcomes new and returning coders to the ALL NEW Girls Code Club! Each cohort will learn a different coding language in twice-monthly sessions. Join us in the Fall\, Spring\, or BOTH! \nThis program is open to girls ages 8 – 13. No coding experience is required\, but it is helpful for students to have some experience with a qwerty keyboard and mouse. The cost is just $105 per participant. This includes eight facilitated lessons\, a Girls Code Club water bottle\, and earned attendance incentives. Scholarships are available for families with financial needs. \nSign up before September 8th\, 2024 to participate in the fall session. Click here to learn more! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/the-girls-code-club-cohort-1-ruby/2024-12-15/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/GCC-FB-Event-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240827T171743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T171743Z UID:10001763-1734624000-1734629400@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:The Girls Code Club (Cohort 2: JavaScript) DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory welcomes new and returning coders to the ALL NEW Girls Code Club! Each cohort will learn a different coding language in twice-monthly sessions. Join us in the Fall\, Spring\, or BOTH! \nThis program is open to girls ages 8 – 13. No coding experience is required\, but it is helpful for students to have some experience with a qwerty keyboard and mouse. The cost is just $105 per participant. This includes eight facilitated lessons\, a Girls Code Club water bottle\, and earned attendance incentives. Scholarships are available for families with financial needs. \nSign up before September 8th\, 2024 to participate in the fall session. Click here to learn more! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/the-girls-code-club-cohort-2-javascript/2024-12-19/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/GCC-FB-Event-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20240923T192410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T193142Z UID:10001818-1734775200-1734793200@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Free with Admission: STEM Showdown Qualifier DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Science Cafe from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to qualify for the STEM Showdown! Kids in grades K—5 who complete hands-on activities earn their way into this special competition in January! \n  \nClick here to learn more about the STEM Showdown. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/free-with-admission-stem-showdown-qualifier/2024-12-21/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:STEM Showdown ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/qualifier-event-banner.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241219T184957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T192025Z UID:10001955-1735034400-1735052400@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Special Hours 10am - 1pm DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory will close at 3pm on Tuesday\, Decmeber 24th. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/special-hours-10am-3pm/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Holiday-Hours-Event-3.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241226 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241219T185703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T185703Z UID:10001956-1735084800-1735171199@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:CLOSED DESCRIPTION:Closed on December 25th URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/closed/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Holiday-Hours-Event-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241209T192009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T192009Z UID:10001911-1735171200-1735257599@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Winter of Wonder | Snow Much Fun! DESCRIPTION:Explore the Winter of Wonder during your visit to the Lancaster Science Factory from December 26th – 28th! Special winter-temed interactive exhibitions will be popping up around the exhibit hall. \n\nFree with admission. All ages. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/winter-of-wonder-snow-much-fun/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Winter-of-Wonder-FB-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Bowden":MAILTO:rbowden@tlsf.org GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241228 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241209T192053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T192053Z UID:10001912-1735257600-1735343999@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Winter of Wonder | Winter Lights DESCRIPTION:Explore the Winter of Wonder during your visit to the Lancaster Science Factory from December 26th – 28th! Special winter-temed interactive exhibitions will be popping up around the exhibit hall. \n\nFree with admission. All ages. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/winter-of-wonder-winter-lights/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Winter-of-Wonder-FB-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Bowden":MAILTO:rbowden@tlsf.org GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241229 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241209T192138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T192138Z UID:10001913-1735344000-1735430399@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Winter of Wonder | Forces Seen and Unseen DESCRIPTION:Explore the Winter of Wonder during your visit to the Lancaster Science Factory from December 26th – 28th! Special winter-temed interactive exhibitions will be popping up around the exhibit hall. \n\nFree with admission. All ages. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/winter-of-wonder-forces-seen-and-unseen/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Winter-of-Wonder-FB-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Bowden":MAILTO:rbowden@tlsf.org GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241219T185823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T192057Z UID:10001957-1735552800-1735570800@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Special Hours 10am - 3pm DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory will be OPEN on Monday\, December 30th from 10am – 3pm. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/special-hours-10am-3pm-2/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Holiday-Hours-Event-3.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241219T185920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T192128Z UID:10001958-1735639200-1735657200@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Special Hours 10am - 3pm DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory will close at 3pm on New Year’s Eve. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/special-hours-10am-3pm-3/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Holiday-Hours-Event-3.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241219T190029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T190029Z UID:10001959-1735689600-1735775999@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:CLOSED DESCRIPTION:The Lancaster Science Factory will be closed on New Year’s Day. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/closed-2/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Holiday-Hours-Event-2.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20230602T210823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T135914Z UID:10001145-1735923600-1735930800@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:First Friday @ The Lancaster Science Factory! DESCRIPTION:Every First Friday the Lancaster Science Factory offers free admission from 5 – 7pm. Explore over 70 interactive exhibits for kids in grades K – 8 and their families! This program is possible through the generous support of PPL. \n  \nCHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/first-friday-the-lancaster-science-factory-2/2025-01-03/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Add-a-heading-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T185224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185224Z UID:10001992-1735984800-1736006400@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Maker Space Open - Free with Admission! DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit! \nCreate electrical circuits\, build with Strawbees\, design pulley systems\, dream up 3D printed cities\, or even innovate some Maker Space art! \nFree with admission. Activities will vary. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/maker-space-open-free-with-admission/2025-01-04/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Tinkering-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T185224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185224Z UID:10001993-1736244000-1736262000@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Maker Space Open - Free with Admission! DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit! \nCreate electrical circuits\, build with Strawbees\, design pulley systems\, dream up 3D printed cities\, or even innovate some Maker Space art! \nFree with admission. Activities will vary. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/maker-space-open-free-with-admission/2025-01-07/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Tinkering-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T185224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185224Z UID:10001994-1736330400-1736352000@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Maker Space Open - Free with Admission! DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit! \nCreate electrical circuits\, build with Strawbees\, design pulley systems\, dream up 3D printed cities\, or even innovate some Maker Space art! \nFree with admission. Activities will vary. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/maker-space-open-free-with-admission/2025-01-08/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Tinkering-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T185224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185224Z UID:10001995-1736427600-1736438400@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Maker Space Open - Free with Admission! DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit! \nCreate electrical circuits\, build with Strawbees\, design pulley systems\, dream up 3D printed cities\, or even innovate some Maker Space art! \nFree with admission. Activities will vary. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/maker-space-open-free-with-admission/2025-01-09/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Tinkering-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T185224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185224Z UID:10001996-1736514000-1736524800@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Maker Space Open - Free with Admission! DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit! \nCreate electrical circuits\, build with Strawbees\, design pulley systems\, dream up 3D printed cities\, or even innovate some Maker Space art! \nFree with admission. Activities will vary. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/maker-space-open-free-with-admission/2025-01-10/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Tinkering-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T155144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T155144Z UID:10001991-1736589600-1736600400@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:The Lancaster STEM Showdown DESCRIPTION:Join us at McCaskey East High School on Saturday\, January 11th 2025 as kids from all over Lancaster County GO FOR THE GOLD!\n\nThis is a FREE EVENT!\n\nKids in grades 1 – 6 can sign up to compete in the following STEM competitions: Egg Drop Wind Car Race Tower Stacking Bridge Building\n\nWinners will receive medals and prizes! Click here to pre-register for the competition!\n\nIn addition to the competions\, there will be fun\, family activities plus free snacks and drinks! URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/the-lancaster-stem-showdown/ LOCATION:McCaskey East High School (Gymnasium Entrance)\, Lehigh Avenue\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/STEM-Showdown-Web-Banner-1.png GEO:40.0484612;-76.2853289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=McCaskey East High School (Gymnasium Entrance) Lehigh Avenue Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lehigh Avenue:geo:-76.2853289,40.0484612 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T113000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20241210T200742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T200742Z UID:10001918-1736848800-1736854200@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Pre-K STEM Explorers DESCRIPTION:Pre-K STEM Explorers allows kids ages 4 to 6 to engage in hands-on introductory programs on STEM topics and their application in the world around them.\n\nThis program is FREE thanks to the generous support of our sponsors\, but space is very limited. Pre-registration is required. Those who sign up should be able to attend as many sessions as possible.\n\n**NEW FOR THIS SEASON** An optional Bee-bot robotics lesson will be held after the regular lesson. Stay and play longer!\n\nClick  here for more details and to sign up now! (Registration will close when the program is full or after session 2) URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/pre-k-stem-explorers/2025-01-14/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/PRE-K-STEM-EXPLORERS-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Trusz":MAILTO:jtrusz@tlsf.org GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T135116 CREATED:20250103T185224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185224Z UID:10001997-1736848800-1736866800@lancastersciencefactory.org SUMMARY:Maker Space Open - Free with Admission! DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit! \nCreate electrical circuits\, build with Strawbees\, design pulley systems\, dream up 3D printed cities\, or even innovate some Maker Space art! \nFree with admission. Activities will vary. URL:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/event/maker-space-open-free-with-admission/2025-01-14/ LOCATION:The Lancaster Science Factory\, 454 New Holland Ave\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lancastersciencefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Tinkering-1.png GEO:40.0461822;-76.2963319 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=454 New Holland Ave:geo:-76.2963319,40.0461822 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR