Cork Institute of Technology’s Blackrock Castle Observatory (BCO) has launched a new science club for children aged 9-12.
The “That’s Why!” club will take place every Saturday and Sunday from 3-4pm in the Science Laboratory at BCO.
Children with an interest in all things scientific will have the opportunity to participate in fun filled discussions, exploring themes such as technology, astronomy and science.
Topics for March include time travel, space travel and how CERN’s Large Hadron Collider may change our understanding of the Universe.
“That’s Why!” will continue weekly throughout the year. The cost per child is €5 and the club will hold its first get-together on Saturday 6 March at 3pm.
Members of BCO enjoy advance registration and a 10% discount on the programme.
Clair McSweeney, Facilities Manager at BCO, said: “The programme’s aim is to demystify science and create an awareness and understanding in areas such as technology, astronomy and the sciences generally.”
Science cafe
BCO will also be hosting the Cork Science Cafe, which is affiliated to the international Café Scientifique.
Anyone can drop in and explore the latest ideas in science and technology. The cafe will feature guest scientists talking in layperson’s terms about their work in topical and controversial areas.
The meetings will take place on the first Friday of every month at 7pm.
Learn more
Read more about “That’s Why” and the Cork Science Cafe on the BCO’s website or telephone 021 4357917.
