science expo
Science Expo volunteers needed in both South Lake Tahoe and Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center is seeking volunteers to assist with this year's Science Expo. No experience is necessary and the job is "fun and easy."
Volunteers will facilitate a hands-on science investigation station with small groups of elementary students. All the volunteers need is a willingness to have fun and share science with local youth. Training will be provided prior to the event.
Volunteers needed for South Lake Tahoe Science Expo
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 3:46pm
The 2019 Science Expo being held at Lake Tahoe Community College by the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center is still in need of volunteers for the event between April 2-5, 2019. Volunteers will facilitate a hands-on science investigation station with small groups of elementary students. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun and share science with local youth.
Training will be provided on April 1 5:30 p.m. at the college or prior to each Science Expo shift.
4th annual South Lake Tahoe Science Fair
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 6:53pm
The 4th annual South Lake Tahoe Science Expo will be held in the Lake Tahoe Community College gymnasium April 2-5, 2019 with a public Science Expo held on Thursday, April 4 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The theme this year is Physical Science.
Ages 6-12 and their families are invited to engage in hands-on science investigations and experiments. Over 30 activities at the expo will focus on the properties of matter, physical and chemical changes, energy and energy transfer, forces and motion, magnetism, air pressure, friction and more.
South Lake Tahoe Science Fair open to the public
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/28/2018 - 2:09pm
Event Date:
April 5, 2018 - 4:30pm
Life Science and Health is the theme of the 3rd annual South Lake Tahoe Science Expo which will be held on Thursday, April 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Lake Tahoe Community College gymnasium.
There will be hands-on science investigations, experiments, and demonstrations for visitors of all ages. This year's activities focus on health, nutrition, the human body, organisms, ecosystems, food webs, life cycles, inheritance, adaptation, and more!
The Science Expo fosters curiosity, excitement, and interest in science and its free and open to the public.
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe awards $25,003 to local programs benefiting youth
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 12:09pm
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) awarded $25,003 towards programs in the local community that benefit youth during a luncheon on Wednesday, March 14.
The following presenters gave a brief description of the program on how the funds that were awarded would be used.
Jeanne Nelson– NAMI, El Dorado County, SLT – Brain Health Leadership
Paula Peterson – St. Theresa Bread & Broth 4 Kids - Healthy Snacks in the Classroom
Peggy Blowney – Tahoe Arts Project – Performing Arts in School
Kristy Wilson – Sierra House Elementary School PTA – Agroforestry Project
Volunteers needed for Lake Tahoe area student science expos
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/24/2018 - 6:33pm
Volunteers are desperately needed for two upcoming student science events: The 2018 Science Expo March 12-16 in Incline Village and SLT Science Expo April 3-6 in South Lake Tahoe.
Being a volunteer is fun and easy! All science activities will be ready to go and minimal training is required, This year's activities focus on Life Science, Health and Nutrition, and include activities focused on the topics of organisms and ecosystems, inheritance and adaptation, and health and nutrition.
Volunteers still needed for South Lake Tahoe Science Fair
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/30/2017 - 9:00pm
The 2nd annual South Lake Tahoe Science Expo will be held April 4-7 at Lake Tahoe Community College and volunteers are still needed to help make it another success.
The Science Expo provides over 30 hands-on science activities for upper elementary students to learn about science. This year's theme is Earth and Space Science.
All the activities will be ready to go and volunteers will be trained for their station, so no science background is needed. You might even learn something new while teaching the local youth!
Volunteers needed for science fairs around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2017 - 10:16am
The 12th annual North Lake Tahoe Science Expo and 2nd annual South Lake Tahoe Science Expo are coming up and they both need volunteers to help with the over 30 hands-on science activities for upper elementary students. This year's theme is Earth and Space Science. All the activities will be ready to go and volunteers will be trained for their station.
Don't worry, no science background is needed and you might even learn something new while teaching the local youth!
See how science can be fun at expo in South Lake Tahoe Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/30/2016 - 8:22pm
Kids, families, teachers*, and anyone interested in making scientific discoveries and learning something new should head to the Lake Tahoe Community College for the inaugural South Lake Tahoe Science Expo on Thursday, March 31 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Always an annual event on the north shore, this will be the first time it heads south. Students will visit the expo during school, but the whole family is invited to the Thursday evening event, which promises to make science fun!
Mountain Resort Television daily segment
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/30/2016 - 4:32pmMountain Resort Television Reporter Nicole Marsel talks with Ski Patroller Colton Terry about the Patrol Races at Heavenly on Thursday, Mt. Rose is planning on staying open until May, later than it ever has, and the science Expo is happening this week! Don't miss out on some exciting activities.
UC Davis bringing Science Fair to South Lake Tahoe; Volunteers needed
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/16/2016 - 8:43pm
Event Date:
March 31, 2016 - 4:45pm
The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Education Research Center (TERC) is expanding their successful Science Expo program to South Lake Tahoe through funding they were awarded last week by Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe.
Through a partnership with the Lake Tahoe Unified School District, TERC will host three days of the expo March 30 through April 1 at Lake Tahoe Community College.
During the day the expo will be presented to students in South Lake Tahoe and the community is invited to a public session March 31 from 4:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Help needed for UC Davis 2016 Science Fair in Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/23/2016 - 9:38am
The 11th annual Science Expo is just around the corner and they are looking for volunteers to help facilitate the exciting and fun activities on five days (Monday through Friday, March 14-18) at eleven different 2 hour and 15 minute sessions:
Monday, March 14 / 9:15-11:30 am
Monday, March 14 / 11:30-1:45 pm
Tuesday, March 15 / 9:00-11:15 am
Tuesday, March 15 / 11:05-1:20 pm
Wednesday, March 16 / 9:30-11:45 am
Wednesday, March 16 / 11:45-2:00 pm
Wednesday, March 16 / 3:45-6:00 pm
Thursday, March 17 / 8:45-11:00 am
Thursday, March 17 / 11:05-1:20 pm
Friday, March 18 / 9:45-12:00 pm
Volunteers needed for Lake Tahoe Science Expo
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 9:09pm
The 10th Annual Science Expo at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences will be held March 16-20, 2015.
There will be hands-on science investigations and experiments for children ages 6-12. The focus of this year's expo is health, nutrition, the human body, ecosystems, food webs, life cycles, inheritance, adaption and biodiversity.
2014 Lake Tahoe Science Expo Seeks Volunteers
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/05/2014 - 9:27pmTo all parents and community members interested in sharing science with local youth:
We are currently seeking volunteers for the 2014 Science Expo to help us on five days (Monday through Friday, March 17 – 21, 2014) at eleven different 2 ¼-hour sessions:
Monday, March 17 / morning 9:15–11:30 am
Monday, March 17 / early afternoon 11:30–1:45 pm
Tuesday, March 18 / morning 9:00–11:15 am
Tuesday, March 18 / early afternoon 11:05–1:20 pm
Wednesday, March 19 / morning 9:30–11:45 am
Wednesday, March 19 / early afternoon 11:30–1:45 pm
Science springs to life at Lake Tahoe Expo
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/27/2013 - 8:14am
UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center will host the eighth-annual Science Expo, together with Tahoe Expedition Academy, other community partners, and with sponsorship from the Rotary Club of Tahoe-Incline.
The Science Expo is open to the general public on the evening of Wednesday, March 20 from 4 – 6 p.m. for children of all ages together with their families at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences in Incline Village. Ice cream will be provided by Susie Scoops of Incline Village. Admission is free.
Science springs forward at annual Lake Tahoe family Expo
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/11/2013 - 7:16pmEvent Date:
March 20, 2013 - 4:00pm
UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center, the Tahoe Expedition Academy, other community partners, and with sponsorship from the Rotary Club of Tahoe-Incline, will host the eighth annual Science Expo on March 18 - 21, 2013 for students from the region.
The Science Expo is open to the general public on the evening of Wednesday, March 20 from 4 – 6 p.m. for children of all ages together with their families at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences in Incline Village. Ice cream will be provided by Susie Scoops of Incline Village. Admission is free.
Volunteer Docents Needed for Environmental Education at Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/01/2012 - 8:48amDo you love Lake Tahoe and have an interest in learning more about the lake? Do you enjoy science, learning new information, and sharing your knowledge?
Residents who would like to help people learn about the region's environmental assets and challenges are needed to serve as volunteer docents at the Thomas J. Long Foundation Education Center and the UC Davis Eriksson Education Center. Located in Incline Village and Tahoe City respectively, the two UC Davis education centers are well positioned along the North Shore of Lake Tahoe.
Ocean, Earth atmosphere addressed at Thursday lecture
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 03/20/2012 - 12:00pmThe study of climate change through Earth history has produced a wealth of information on the operation of the ocean-atmosphere system during climate transitions as well as the feedbacks that impact the magnitude and rate of climate change on the planet. A public lecture on Thursday at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences will address some of what has been found.
Hands-on science expo for students and adults in Incline
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 6:34pmLecture on fragrances at Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/26/2012 - 1:52am
There are many people who experience unpleasant physical effects from scented products, such as perfumes and colognes. Sometimes, it might be a headache or nausea when passing by a department store’s fragrance counter or riding in an elevator with someone wearing a certain fragrance. However, there is a growing number of people who suffer more severe reactions to these and many other types of products and chemicals. This condition is known as multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS) and involves people who have developed an acute sensitivity to various chemicals in the environment.
UC Davis researchers to share data on fragrance chemicals in Jan. 26 lecture
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/13/2012 - 10:23amThere are many people who experience unpleasant physical effects from scented products, such as perfumes and colognes. Sometimes, it might be a headache or nausea when passing by a department store’s fragrance counter or riding in an elevator with someone wearing a certain fragrance.
Family Science Day at UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Center
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 1:47pmBy Heather Segale
On January 5, 2012 from 2 to 5 p.m., the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center will host a winter-themed Family Science Day. Families are invited to explore the mysteries of snow and ice. Engaging activities will provide your child an opportunity to learn about the science of winter. Children will conduct scientific experiments, view snowflakes under a microscope, take a snow-core and determine the water content of snow, learn about wind chill and why some animals hibernate, and much more.
Melting polar regions discussed Thursday at Tahoe environmental center
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 9:35pmBy Heather Segale
A lecture that explores climate change and the melting polar regions will be discussed Thursday, Sept. 15 at the Lake Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences at Incline Village.
