Upcoming events.
Upcoming events.
In the calendar you can see events that are scheduled for NWA Space and Science Center.
To request a Birthday party, Star party, STEM night or other outreach, please click to bottom below to go to our Outreach event request form. . Once we receive your request, we will contact you for further discussion and place the event on the calendar.
Winterfest
Winterfest is an indoor winter carnival for children ages 5-10 and their families. Carnival games, food and prizes. Sponsored by the Bella Vista Rotary club. Admission is free.
NWA Space and Science Center will support with fun science activities.
If you would like to volunteer click here. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/274470
Science Olympiad @ Shewmaker Center
https://dash.pointapp.org/events/252473
Volunteers, Click the Link to be redirected to signup for the event!
OLLI course - James Webb Space Telescope
Dr. Auld will speak on the James Webb Space Telescope at an OLLI course
Arkansas's 11th Annual STEM festival
We will be Exhibitors at Arkansas’s 11th Annual STEM festival. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young minds, connect with our community, and showcase the excitement of STEM.
OLLI course - Light Pollution effects more than Just Bugs
Kent Marts will talk about light pollution and our Earth
OLLI course - Cybersecurity - The Scary-Funny and Interesting World of Cybersecurity - I
In a world more technologically interconnected than ever before, securing information systems and your data is more important than ever before. This course will detail what Information Security is; its core concepts; the scary and funny implications. There will also be ample time dedicated to questions and answers with an Information Security Sr. Engineer.
OLLI course - Using Mars to Study Earth
Dr. Auld will talk about studying the martian atmosphere in order to learn about the atmosphere of Earth.
OLLI course - Cybersecurity - The Scary-Funny and Interesting World of Cybersecurity - II
Second class in the series.
In a world more technologically interconnected than ever before, securing information systems and your data is more important than ever before. This course will detail what Information Security is; its core concepts; the scary and funny implications. There will also be ample time dedicated to questions and answers with an Information Security Sr. Engineer.
Gravette Public Library Summer Reading
NWA Space and Science is proud to support the Gravette library summer reading program aimed at fostering a love for books and reading. We believe that reading is a gateway to discovery and understanding, essential for nurturing young minds. This summer, we encourage students of all ages to explore books related to gaming, simulations and play.
Join us this summer at NWA Space as we embark on a journey that highlights the importance of reading in the world of science! If you would like to volunteer for this event, https://dash.pointapp.org/events/282033
New Volunteer Introductions and Parade Float
If you wish to volunteer follow the link to signup!
https://dash.pointapp.org/events/229898
Prairie Grove Middle School Star Party
NWA Space and Science is helping with a star party for the 5th grade at Prairie Grove Middle School.
November Board Meeting
November Board Meeting 2024
Held at Waterway Christian Church
Open to the public
STEM Adventure (hike or activity)
A Science Olympiad official from Little Rock will lead a professional development session for teachers and coaches. We are looking for 2-4 volunteers to assist with the event. You can volunteer through this link.
Moon Over Mountainburg
Star party for Mountainburg.
If you want to volunteer follow the link. -> https://dash.pointapp.org/events/217496
October Board Meeting
October Board Meeting 2024
Held at Waterway Christian Church
Open to the public
Arkansas PBS Family Day
Family Day is a FREE event for families with young children put on by the Arkansas PBS Foundation with support from community partners in the area that are interested in giving back to the community. The goal is to create an inclusive environment where families, regardless of economic status, can come and enjoy a full day of fun with their kids.
NWA Space and Science Center will be there as a vendor supporting our community with fun demos
https://dash.pointapp.org/events/190043
First Friday October
First Friday this month is Spooktacular. We will be visiting with a Mad Scientist.
Rogers New Tech Volunteer Event
Rogers New Tech is emphasizing community service this year. We have been invited to come tell about our mission, vision, and the volunteer positions we are currently seeking. NWA Space and Science Center personnel will be talking to the high school students about volunteer opportunities to help build a science center.
If you are over 18 and interested in helping with this event, sign up at this link: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/205423.
Springdale Library STEAM Night
NWA Space and Science Center will share a demo and hands-on activities about electricity.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/190157
September Board Meeting
September Board Meeting 2024
Held at Waterway Christian Church
Open to the public
First Friday September
First Friday this month is Adrenaline. We will be talking about generating electricity using a bicycle.
NWA Space and Science Center Fundraiser at The Bend NWA
Public star party and fundraising event to support the NWA Space and Science Center.
Creekside Middle School star party
Star party for Creekside Elementary hosted by NWA Space and Science Center
First Friday May
The Bentonville Square is turned into a giant neighborhood block party every month. In April we will be talking about eclipses and manning a solar system walk. To volunteer visit our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/112225
Rogers NewTech High School Career Day
Dr. Katherine Auld and other volunteers of NWA Space and Science Center will talk with volunteers about on careers in astronomy, physics, and NASA.
Total Eclipse
Total solar eclipse visible mostly in the Indian and Pacific oceans and Indonesia
First Friday
The Bentonville Square is turned into a giant neighborhood block party every month. In April we will be talking about eclipses and manning a solar system walk. To volunteer visit our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/112225
Crystal Bridges Pre-clipse
We are supporting Crystal Bridges Eclipse Event on Sunday
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/133603
Raye Montague Award presentation at State Science Olympiad tournament
NWA Space and Science Center has supported State Science Olympiad by providing the Raye Montague High-scoring Majority-female award since the awards inception. You will represent NWA Space and Science Center by presenting the award at both B and C levels. To sign up as a volunteer, use our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/96690
Crossroads of the Eclipses Expedition
Explore Scientific trip to see the annular eclipse in Texas.
See Crossroads of the Eclipses Expeditions — Explore Scientific (explorescientificusa.com) for more information.
Farmington Library Eclipse Presentation
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information with library patrons about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/112224
Bella Vista Library Eclipse Presentation
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information with adult library patrons about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/93425
Vaughn Elementary Space Exploration
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/93614
Prairie Grove Library Eclipse Presentation
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/93614
Fayetteville Public Library Teen Eclipse Presentation
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information the grade school patrons about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/96689
Fayetteville Public Library Youth Eclipse Presentation
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information the grade school patrons about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/96688
Rogers Library Eclipse Presentation
Dr. Katherine Auld of NWA Space and Science Center will share information with library patrons about the upcoming eclipse, how eclipses occur and how to safely view the eclipse.
To volunteer to help with this event, sign up as a volunteer on our Point app. https://dash.pointapp.org/events/96682