STEMOCRACY

Join NYSCI as we celebrate the critical connection between STEM and Democracy, September 22nd - 28th. We’ll explore key issues our community cares about such as combating Climate Change with community input and action, building a more equitable and safe community, and addressing how advancements in STEM industries can help or hinder democratic goals.

STEMOCRACY Festival: September 22nd - 28th

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STEMOCRACY Festival Hours (Buy Tickets for Any Day Here):


Sun 9/22: 10am - 8pm
Wed 9/25: 10am - 5pm
Thurs 9/26: 10am -8pm
Fri 9/27: 10am -8pm
Sat 9/28: 10am -10pm

DAILY HIGHLIGHTS

Sunday, 9/22: People Power and Climate Change

  • 11:00am Launch Party: Immersive Rainforest Installation
  • 1:00pm People Power and Climate Change: BRIGHTLINE Community Panel
  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Films for the Forest Premiere
  • 2:00pm - 7:00pm Mini Food Hall

Note: The Rain Forest Installation will be open each day of the festival!

Wednesday, 9/25: Design, Make, Play

  • 11:30am - 1pm Films for the Forest Day 2 Screening

Thursday, 9/26: NYSCI and CLIMATE CHANGE

  • 1:30pm: A visit with Pablo Venegas, Rainforest Partnership's herpetologist.
  • 2:30pm: "NYSCI and Corona: Stronger than the Storm" panel
  • 4:00pm - 5:00pm A Conversation with EARTHGANG: Artists using Science to make a Difference
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Films of the Forest Day 3 Screening
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm NYSCI Garden Celebration: Community Gardens and Civic Change

Friday, 9/27: Community Day

  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm Films of the Forest Day 4 Screening. Q&A following the Friday films.

Saturday, 9/28:

  • Free workshop on weatherproofing your home; Opportunities to hear from local businesses and organizations;
  • 4:00pm - 7:00pm Queens Borough President’s Climate Expo, free admission.
  • 5:00pm - 10:00pm NYSCI Nights, free admission.
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