Community Calendar

The Women in Science Conference is a celebration of women in all STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) professions. Hosted by the Emerald Coast Science Center and Modern Technology Solutions, Inc., the evening will consist of inspirational presentations from professional women in STEM careers followed by a panel discussion where the audience can engage with speakers and ask questions.

All ages are welcome, especially middle school and high school students looking to discover careers in STEM. Guests will have a chance to mingle with the speakers and other guest professionals. This is an excellent event for all those looking to explore STEM opportunities right here in Okaloosa. Light refreshments provided.

Hear from accomplished women in STEM as they share the experiences, challenges, lessons, and breakthroughs that shaped their careers, and discover how you can create your own path in science, technology, engineering, and math. All speakers will be a part of a panel discussion toward the end of the event to take questions from the audience. This is an excellent event for students of all ages and genders to receive firsthand advice and information from local STEM professionals.

EVENT LOCATION:
Beachside Church
200 Racetrack Rd NW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

Curious about becoming one of our Women in Science sponsors or speakers? Email kate@ecscience.org

Gary's Brewery & Biergarten is teaming up with PPBEP and OysterCorps to help Pensacola Bay oysters! Join us for a laid-back evening of building vertical oyster gardens (VOGs). All materials will be provided, no experience necessary!

Volunteer with us to help construct vertical oyster gardens (VOGs) out of oyster shell recycled from Pensacola Beach restaurants! VOGs are suspended structures built out of recycled oyster shell that can hang from docks to provide a surface for oysters to grow on. Once oysters start growing on a VOG, they can enhance water filtration, create habitat for other marine life, and reproduce to support our oyster populations across the bay!

All ages are welcome to participate but a guardian must be present for youth.

Event is free, but registration is required as supplied are limited.

Join us on September 28 at Turkey Creek Park for a meaningful butterfly release honoring the lives and memories of those we love. The brief ceremony will include words of remembrance, a reading of names, and a collective butterfly release.

This event will include tours of the museum, historic presentations, model train displays, and the riding kids train and garden. Food vendors will be on site serving up delicious treats. For more info, visit wfrm.org or facebook.com/West-Florida-Railroad-Museum-169032023184068.

Pensacola’s Fifth annual EcoKids event comes to From the Ground Up Community Garden on Saturday October 17, combining art and environmental education through hands-on fun for kids of all ages. The event is free and open to the public, and includes activities with solar energy, art, music, wildlife and more.
Feel free to email us with any questions at earthdaypcola@gmail.com

Come dressed in Halloween costumes and prepare to be scared! We’ll teach you about our favorite scary space facts in a terrifying tour of the solar system. Learn which planet is home to the Labyrinth of Night, why Pluto is named after the underworld, and which monster from Greek mythology was the scariest – do you think it’s Medusa, the Minotaur, the Hydra, or the Chimera? Recommended for ages 5+.

Shows last approximately 45 minutes.

Our Planetarium is an inflatable dome. Guests sit on cushions on the floor of the planetarium to view the show. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled showing. In case of no-shows/late shows: reserved spots will be released at show time to make space for the next party. Space is limited. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended for this reason.

Our planetarium is powered by FPL

Surf Fishing Tournament
Cast for a Cause!
Derrick Stone Memorial

Join us November 23, 24, 25 and 27 for fun fall activities! We'll be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. With new activities each day, we've got something fun for everyone. Fall for All admission is $15. Admission includes access to special hands-on workshops, Creature Features, sciPad, and all of our regular exhibits. Planetarium shows include an additional fee.

For a full schedule and lineup of events, please visit ecscience.org/events

Join us November 23, 24, 25 and 27 for fun fall activities! We'll be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. With new activities each day, we've got something fun for everyone. Fall for All admission is $15. Admission includes access to special hands-on workshops, Creature Features, sciPad, and all of our regular exhibits. Planetarium shows include an additional fee.

For a full schedule and lineup of events, please visit ecscience.org/events

Join us November 23, 24, 25 and 27 for fun fall activities! We'll be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. With new activities each day, we've got something fun for everyone. Fall for All admission is $15. Admission includes access to special hands-on workshops, Creature Features, sciPad, and all of our regular exhibits. Planetarium shows include an additional fee.

For a full schedule and lineup of events, please visit ecscience.org/events