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EXPLORATIONS

Oct • Nov • Dec 2019

TURTLE TRAVELS & ATTACK OF THE BLOODSUCKERS! New Traveling Exhibits

THE HANGAR

New Makerspace

TO FLY OPENING

Newly Remastered To Fly Exhibit

POLAR EXPRESS

Family Holiday Favorite

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INTERACTIVE RIDES

DAILY PROGRAMMING 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Everglades Airboat Adventure

1st Floor

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Mars Rover Simulator

2nd Floor

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

7D Theater Simulator

2nd Floor

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

MaxFlight 360˚ Simulator

2nd Floor

Additional Ticket Purchase Required

10:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Sprouting STEM: Early Childhood Program Little Explorers (ages 2-6) will learn about different STEM topics through fun hands-on activities.

1st Floor Discovery Center

SCIENCE DEMOS & ACTIVITIES

Sponsored by

1:15 p.m.

Daily

Animal Encounters Meet some of the animals that call the Museum home!

Museum Lobby

Sponsored by the Batchelor Foundation

2:00 p.m.

Monday – Friday

2:30 p.m.

Daily

Otter Talk

Learn about the Museum’s resident otters from the otter keepers themselves! Watch them swim and play.

Panther Prowl Go on the prowl for panthers hiding around the Museum in this augmented reality experience.

1st Floor Otter Habitat

2nd Floor Keller Science Theater

Sponsored by

3:30 p.m.

Daily

KABOOM! Show Learn how and why things go KABOOM! in this explosive science show.

2nd Floor Keller Science Theater

VISITOR INFO

MUSEUM HOURS

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Monday–Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. • Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Museum is open every day of the year, except for three days: Thanksgiving, one day in the spring for our Annual Wine, Spirits and Culinary Celebration (March 13, 2020) and one day in the fall for our Annual Gala (October 26, 2019).

For prices and tickets, please visit mods.org.

IMAX® THEATER HOURS Monday–Saturday, first show at 10 a.m. • Sunday, first show at 12 p.m. The AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater is open every day of the year. For show times and tickets, please visit mods.org/imax/show-times.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Innovation takes flight at the Museum of Discovery & Science

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Kenneth Stiles Chairman Robert B. Lochrie, III, Esq. Vice-Chair Rick J. Burgess, Esq. Secretary Brian Clay Treasurer Jonathan P. Ferrando, Esq. Immediate Past Chair Joseph P. Cox President/CEO Thomas P. Angelo, Esq. Joshua Bass Ronald L. Book, Esq. Heather Brinkworth Cressman Bronson Ryan Cronin Jim Ellis Sal Ferradas M. Austin Forman Doug Gawrych Wayne Gilmore Madison Gulley David Kolan Chip LaMarca Wilhelmena B. Mack, Ed. D. John Magee Dominick Miniaci, Esq. Iwan Mohamed Johnathan Robertson Juliet Roulhac, Esq. Erick Strati Jon Swergold, Esq. Nicole Tesser Jean-Pierre Turgot Philip Verde

(MODS). Just like engineers, we imagined, researched, planned, created, designed and tested our brand new, permanent, high-tech Makerspace The Leighton Family Hangar with daily creation and innovation sponsored by Citrix, and we eagerly await takeoff on October 4! Located within our To Fly Aviation Hall expansion, MODS will be connecting visitors with new engaging STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) experiences. Our Makerspace is a fusion of a science lab, engineering workshop, computer lab and art Joseph P. Cox room. The Hangar is our collaborative hands-on idea hub.

This experiential environment was designed to inspire exploration and discovery.

We invite you to fly with us this fall; The Hangar is open to all Museum visitors with regular admission.

Then, buzz on over to our skin-crawling traveling exhibit, Attack of the Bloodsuckers!, where you can explore the science of things that bite you! Learn about mosquitoes, parasites and other bloodsuckers. Creepy good fun!

Try life in the slow lane at Turtle Travels, and see the world from a turtle’s point of view. This hands-on exhibit allows visitors to view the travels of turtles and tortoises.

This fall, our IMAX features Back from the Brink, an immersive and exploratory film highlighting the true stories of animals rescued from the brink of extinction.

Join us at the Museum of Discovery and Science for the most innovative programs, thrilling exhibits and extraordinary films!

Sharing the vision through leadership investing

THE MISSION OF THE MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE is to provide experiential pathways

to lifelong learning in science for children and adults through exhibits, programs and films.

Founded in 1976 as The Discovery Center, the nonprofit facility serves more than 400,000 visitors each year. © 2019 Museum of Discovery and Science

CONTACT INFORMATION

General Information • 954.467.6637 IMAX Information • 954.463.4629 Employment • 954.713.0910 Exhibits/Programs • 954.713.0908

Group/School Sales/Camps • 954.713.0930 Membership • 954.713.0942 Sponsorship/Annual Giving • 954.713.0902 Volunteer • 954.713.0921

TTY phone 954.779.7219. In accordance with ADA of 1990, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in Museum activities should contact the Museum no later than 7 days prior to their visit.

EXPLORATIONS TEAM Joseph P. Cox President/CEO

Meredith Feder Deputy Director of Strategic Initiatives

Andi Fuentes Director of Audience Engagement

Marcela Gurdián Creative Director

Robert Gestewitz Graphic Designer

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EXHIBITS Explore the science of what’s biting you in this skin-crawling exhibit! Bloodsuckers live all over the world, especially here in south Florida. Many of these creatures have been living on our planet for millions of years. Attack of the Bloodsuckers! is a kid-friendly traveling exhibit that explores the science of the what, why, when and how of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches and other parasites. This hands-on exhibit is an opportunity to get up close and personal with a variety of blood-feeding parasites, to learn why bloodsuckers are important to the ecosystem and how to keep them out of your system!

Presented by

Free with Museum admission

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Presented by

Think turtles have an easy life? Come out of your shell and immerse yourself in the amazing history of turtles and tortoises through Turtle Travels. This hands-on experience allows visitors of all ages to discover fascinating facts about what it’s like to be a turtle — how turtle bodies adapt to different habitats, why turtles need shells, the kinds of hazards they encounter in the wild, why turtles have been important to many different cultures, and more. The interactive stations allow visitors to try on shells, migrate on a gigantic board game, experience “turtle vision,” design a turtle-friendly housing development and more! A trek along this turtle terrain surely shows that slow and steady not only wins the race but takes turtles on some amazing journeys too!

Free with Museum admission

Sponsorship support provided by

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EXHIBITS

COMING SOON

OPENING JANUARY 24, 2020 Travel back in time with Expedition: Dinosaur!

This exhibit combines engaging interactive life-like animatronic dinosaurs and exciting educational content. Visitors will learn about a wide variety of dinosaur species and the adaptations that allowed them to survive.

Step into the shoes of an early paleontologist to discover how fossils were unearthed and see examples of today’s cutting-edge technology. The exhibit features life-size, lifelike animatronic dinosaurs, replicas, artifacts and interactive displays.

Sponsorship support provided by

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS STEM FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

SPROUTING STEM: GROW UP GREAT Sprouting STEM aims to inspire little ones (ages 18 months - 6 years old) and introduce them to STEM-related topics. Each session is specifically tailored for young children with fun hands-on activities, science demonstrations, crafts, live animals and more.

NEW LITTLE SPROUTS • AGES 12–24 MONTHS October 10 & 24 • November 7 & 14 • December 5 & 19 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. $10 PER CLASS PER CHILD OR ALL SIX FOR $50 “Caregiver and me” style and accompanying adults pay Museum admission

LITTLE EXPLORERS • AGES 2-6 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Free with Museum 10:15 a.m. • 2:15 p.m.

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FALL THEMES: Marble Mazes Sept. 30, Oct. 2, 4 What’s in the Sky? Oct. 7, 9, 11 Animal Tracks Oct. 14, 16, 18 Construction Site Oct. 21, 23, 25 The Pumpkin & Its Parts Oct. 28, 30 Nov. 1 Colorful Leaves Nov. 4, 6, 8

Living Under Leaves Nov. 11, 13, 15 Nuts & Seeds Nov. 18, 20, 22 Feathered Friends Nov. 25, 27, 29 Mittens & Gloves/ Kwanzaa Dec. 2, 4, 6 Mittens & Gloves/Chanukah Dec. 9, 11, 12

OTTER ENCOUNTER: BEHIND-THE-SCENES VISIT Come face-to-face with two of our North American river otters for an interactive educational encounter! Our otter keepers will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals. Participants over the age of eight (8) will have the opportunity to feed an otter and also participate in a training session!

Encounter lasts 45 minutes. Please reserve one week in advance.

Museum members: $40 per person

Non-members: $50 per person (includes Museum admission) To visit with our otters, RSVP today by calling 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES AT MODS The Distinguished Speaker Series at MODS invites visitors of all ages to learn from internationallyacclaimed researchers and scholars to educate, entertain and inspire new ways of thinking about marine-related topics.

Pantone 300

Pantone 3115

Sponsored by

To RSVP, please call 954.713.093 or email booking@mods.net.

BACK FROM THE BRINK November 16, 2019 • 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Dr. Randall Arauz Biologist, Conservationist and Founder of the Center for the Rescue of Threatened Marine Species (CREMA); 2010 Goldman Environmentalist Award Recipient

Museum members: Free and includes film Non-Members: Free with Museum admission

CHECKMATE! CHESS AT MODS Saturdays Through October 19

Join this weekly get-together where the public can match wits and share smiles with Broward Chess Club players. Learn the rules of the game, how to play, challenge a friend to a game or checkmate a pro!

Free with Museum admission

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS SPECIAL EVENT

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TO FLY LAUNCH EXHIBIT REMASTERED 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

ARE YOU READY TO FLY? Join MODS as we unveil the newly remastered and expanded To Fly Aviation Exhibit Hall, sponsored by the Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust.

Explore the brand-new Leighton Family Hangar, a hightech, aviation-themed Makerspace. The Hangar is a fusion of a science lab, engineering workshop, computer lab and art room; and is designed to promote innovation and skills development with its wide range of activities, from robotics and electronics to sewing and 3D printing.

Daily creation and innovation in The Hangar is fueled and sponsored by Citrix, the official technology partner of MODS. Also preview Inspiration Takes Flight 7D film by Emmy award winning producers MacGillivray Freeman. The piece was filmed locally with support from Underground Lauderdale, a project of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.

TO RSVP please call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net by Thursday, October 3.

Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Leighton Family

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS OCT

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GEMA, THE CURIOUS BUTTERFLY: KIDS SHOW AND WORKSHOP

10:30 a.m. • For All Ages

Fly into MODS for a special reading, book-signing and hands-on activities related to Gema, the Curious Butterfly with artist and children’s book author Gabriela Esquivel.

Attendees will play and sing Gema’s song, decorate ready-made masquerade masks, as well as paint butterfly wings. Gema, the Curious Butterfly is a story about friendship, freedom and love. Her grandmother gifted her a book that will guide her through a journey of selfawareness, transformation and spiritual growth. More than anything, Gema wants to learn the true meaning of love.

To be able to achieve her dream, she needs to polish her heart and make it shine like a diamond.

Free with Museum admission

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FINANCIAL AID, COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

October is Education Month and the launch of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)!

Join us for the Bridge 2 Life Financial Aid, College and Career Fair at MODS! Parents will gain critical knowledge for children’s future success.

Students can speak with colleges, employers and participate in financial aid workshops.

Please note, the financial aid workshops will be translated in Spanish and Haitian Creole.

RSVP online at b2lribboncutting.eventbrite.com.

Free with pre-registration

Follow Gabriela @gabrielaesquivele and @butterflygema.

Funding for this project is provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council.

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HEAVY METALS! 12 p.m.

Celebrate National Chemistry Week with Chem 101! Demystify some of the most elusive but useful elements on the periodic table: metals!

Learn just how abundant metals are on the Earth, how important they are to our everyday lives and how they help us go beyond our planet into the stars. Melt, burn, spark, mix and shock your knowledge on metals with MODS Chemistry Week experiments!

Free with Museum admission

HOT OFF THE PRESS

Our latest MODS Engagement Report can be found online at mods.org/visit/publications.

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

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CELEBRATING CINEMA: THE FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL COMES TO MODS

The Museum of Discovery & Science is proud to be a host site for the opening week of the 34th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF)!

Opening night will bring some heat to MODS, with a Latin-themed fiesta and Billboard Award-winner Tito Puente, Jr.!

This year’s line-up at MODS promises an eclectic and engaging showcase of some of the world’s renowned documentaries, award-winning producers and directors.

All features and documentaries will be screened in the AutoNation® IMAX 3D Theater with its 4K IMAX Laser projection system and IMAX’s next generation 12-channel sound system. Get ready for a viewing experience like none other as we celebrate the spirit of cinema!

For more information about FLIFF, se visit fliff.org. The full festival runs November 1 - 17.

MODS COMPLETE LINEUP NOVEMBER 1-7 A Beautiful Planet 3D Amazon Adventure 3D Backyard Wilderness 3D Back From the Brink Backyard Wilderness 3D Born to be Wild 3D Cuba 3D

Dream Big 3D Great Bear Rainforest 3D Hubble 3D National Parks Adventure 3D Pandas 3D Space Station 3D Under the Sea 3D

To purchase tickets and see the MODS schedule of films, please visit mods.org/fliff.

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

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EDUCATOR’S NIGHT OUT

Adult event • 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

BEER/WINE • LITE BITES • MUSEUM EXPLORATION 21+ Educators, administrators, coordinators and all school personnel across south Florida are invited to attend an evening of Museum exploration.

During Educators’ Night Out - Fall Edition, participants will learn more about MODS’ STEM demonstrations and labs, engage with Museum educators and explore our new exhibits to plan the perfect student experience.

Free to All School Personnel - Public, Private, Charter and Homeschool with Valid Teacher Identification Advanced RSVP is required.

TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT call 954.713.0930 or visit bit.ly/2kziR9G.

AVIATION ACADEMY 2020

Three Saturdays in January/February 2020 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

MODS has partnered with JetBlue to highlight the importance of STEM in the aviation industry. High school students learn from industry experts and new technologies and research, including behind-the-scenes access to restricted areas in aviation-related facilities.

PRICES: $75 Museum members $100 Non-members To enroll or for questions, please call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

Sponsored by

The official airline of MODS.

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH MODS ALL ABOARD THE POLAR EXPRESS™ TRAINS AT SELECT BRIGHTLINE STATIONS Nov. 16 – Dec. 29

NORTH POLE PAJAMA PARTY Every Weekend Starting Nov. 30 Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22

Start a new family tradition - Join MODS for the North Pole Pajama Party. Come in your

pajamas or elf costumes for this festive event!

Enjoy a holiday science show, sip hot chocolate, concoct elf slime and decorate holiday crafts.

Your Pajama Party ticket also includes all Museum exhibits and an invitation to take a journey to the North Pole for a classic holiday film in our IMAX theater.

PRICES: Museum members: $20 each Adult/Child Non-members: $30 each Adult/Child (includes Museum admission)

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All Aboard! Join the MODS elves for pre-ride Winter Wonderlab activities at the stations. The magical story comes to life when The Polar Express™ train departs from Brightline’s Fort Lauderdale and Miami stations for an hour round-trip journey led by a cast of professional actors. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on The Polar Express for a magical trip to meet Santa. The movie and book inspired on board entertainment and treats include a reading of the Polar Express, caroling, hot chocolate and a delicious cookies served by dancing chefs. Each guest will take home a keepsake sleigh bell in addition to the wonderful memories. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride!

MODS is the official charity partner of The Polar Express Train Ride. The Polar Express Train Ride is produced by Rail Events Productions.

For pricing, times and tickets, please visit ftlthepolarexpressride.com.

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THE POLAR EXPRESS - IMAX FILM December 6 – 12

The Polar Express will return this holiday season to the AutoNation® IMAX 3D Theater. The Academy Award-winning team of Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Cast Away) reunited for this inspiring holiday adventure based on the classic Caldecott Medal-winning children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. For showtimes and tickets, please visit mods. org/imax/show-times.

For more information and tickets, please visit mods.org/polar-express-film.

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NOON YEAR’S EVE AT MODS

10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. (3 ball drops)

2019 is coming to an end, and it’s time to ring in 2020! Join us for an epic celebration featuring a noon countdown with a ball drop, fun tinkers, 2020 festivity gear and hands-on science exploration for the entire family.

Free with Museum admission

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IMAX® HOLLYWOOD FILMS

THE ONLY THEATER IN FLORIDA WITH 4K IMAX WITH LASER PROJECTION

FROZEN 2 November 21

NEW MAX Pack Give the gift of Hollywood blockbusters on the largest screen in south Florida and one of the only theaters in the world to offer 2D and 3D IMAX laser projection. Purchase a MAX Pack of six Hollywood IMAX films for $80 to give as gifts or keep for yourself! This is perfect for the movie buffs in your family or friends circle. Enjoy a popcorn on us when you purchase a MAX Pack! (Passes expire one-year from purchase.) For questions or to purchase, please call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

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JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL December 12

SAVE 25% on group packages

STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER December 19

H PRIORITY ACCESS SEATING

IMAX ticket holders are allowed entry into the theater first so they can select their seat prior to other theater goers.

H CONCESSIONS PACKAGE

IMAX + PRIORITY ACCESS +SNACKS NOW AVAILABLE Movie Night Gift Certificates or group packages for a minimum of 30 people.

Great for corporate gifts, rewards or giveaways!

Package includes: H IMAX TICKETS

You select a movie and show time for the group or leave the show times open so individuals can redeem for the showtime of their choice.

Good for one water or Pepsi product, one candy and one small popcorn per person.

H PACKAGE RATES The IMAX theater at MODS is the perfect place to host your party or corporate event.

Group packages start at $750 for 30 people. $25 for each additional person.

Museum exhibit passes (good for one year) can be added for $14 per person.

To purchase your IMAX group package, please call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

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IMAX® DOCUMENTARY FILMS

NOW PLAYING

Learn About Real Superhero Dogs and Their Amazing Abilities Come along on an amazing IMAX adventure and learn about the lifesaving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most remarkable dogs. In this inspiring true story, our best friends are also real-life superheroes who are specially trained for search and rescue missions. Journey around the globe to meet amazing dogs who save lives and discover the powerful bond they share with their human partners.

You’ll never look at dogs the same way again!

COMING SOON Opens November 3, 2019 This immersive film explores extraordinary true stories of animals rescued from the brink of extinction. Audiences will meet California’s endearing Channel Island fox, the smallest canid in the world, imperiled by the introduction of Golden eagles to their only habitat. Witness the stunning migration of the Christmas Island red crabs and the enigmatic Golden monkey, high on the most-endangered primates list, living in one of the most biodiverse and remote regions of the world. These real and inspiring conservation stories renew hope that our threatened planet and all its inhabitants can thrive.

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Opening February 2020 Join us for the first dinosaur IMAX experience in more than a decade!

Encounter the amazing prehistoric creatures that inhabited Antarctic forests and swamps. Journey beyond the bones to tell a timely environmental science story, covering a breadth of scientific disciplines.

Experience science as an inclusive adventure, as researchers work together to brave remote conditions and uncover clues that may predict our changing planet’s future.

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Birthday Parties AT THE MUSEUM

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WE’VE PERFECTED THE FORMULA FOR FUN! NEW Panther Prowl Birthday Safari (Ages 7 & up) This new birthday

experience allows your junior biologists to learn about Florida panthers and conservation through an interactive safari scavenger hunt. Can you find the panthers roaming the Museum? This interactive presentation is accessible through the Museum of Discovery and Science mobile app on iOS and Android devices. This program is made possible by the Florida Panthers Foundation.

Color Chemistry (Ages 3-6) Get ready to have a blast

mixing science and art! Little scientists will explore STEAM using hands-on physical and chemical reactions, while experimenting with a new spin on art, and more!

Prehistoric Adventure (Ages 3-6) Dig for dinosaurs and explore

volcanic eruptions! Junior archaeologists will dig for hidden treasure in our excavation boxes and make their own horned dinosaur ready to go on a prehistoric adventure!

Turtle Mania (All Ages) Turtles, lizards and snakes, oh my!

Learn about the Museum’s reptiles and meet them face-to-face!

It’s perfect for “party animals” of all ages!

Super Scientist (Ages 5 & up) Put safety goggles on and be a

scientist for a day! Conduct crazy experiments and make wild concoctions. This birthday is sure to be an explosively good time!

Sub-zero Science (Ages 5 & up) Your little scientist will learn

some “cool” chemistry when we shatter balloons with liquid nitrogen and create awesome ice cream treats! This party will definitely be cooler than cool.

ALL PARTIES INCLUDE: • 2 hours in party room with themed activities • Dedicated party host • One large Carvel® Ice Cream cake (serves 20) • All-day admission to the Museum’s exhibits • One parking pass for the birthday party family • Table covers, utensils, plates, napkins, cups and candles • Minimum 20 guests including birthday child and family • Two 18” cheese pizzas (cut into 16 slices each) or sandwich platters with chips • Three 2-liter sodas (Pepsi® products)

BIRTHDAY PARTY PRICES:

Museum members: $400 Non-members: $450 per additional person: $16 ADD-ONS (price per person): IMAX Film $12 MaxFlight Simulator Ride $3 Piñata: $50 (per party)

DAYS & TIMES AVAILABLE:

SATURDAYS • 10 A.M. • 12:30 P.M. • 3 P.M. SUNDAYS • 12:30 P.M. • 3 P.M.

For more information on parties and overnights, please call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

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6:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. the next morning Groups of 40+ can go on an Overnight Adventure at the Museum. Participants will enjoy exclusive access to hundreds of hands-on exhibits, flight simulators, live animal encounters and then roll out their sleeping bags for a unique night at the Museum. The evening also includes themed activities and pizza or sandwich platters for dinner.

All group programs require one chaperone (18 years or older) for every 10 children participating.

• Minimum paid youth: 40 participants • Maximum capacity: 200 participants (not including chaperones) Prices: $36 per participant $20 per chaperone

Includes dinner, all activities and Museum exploration.

IMAX ADD-ON: Watch the latest Hollywood movies on South Florida’s biggest IMAX screen for an additional $12 per person.

To book an overnight experience for your group, call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

FAMILY OVERNIGHT EVENTS

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AT THE MUSEUM GIRL SCOUTS OVERNIGHT CAMP-IN ADVENTURESPACE EXPLORER Saturday, Nov. 16 • 6:30 p.m. – 8 a.m.

Calling all Daisies, Brownies and Juniors for a fun Girl Scouts STEM Overnight Adventure! Earn your STEM badges exploring the moon, stars and planets in our portable planetarium. Bring your telescope, and gaze at the stars in our outdoor Science Park! Experience intergalactic fun, learn the distance of the sun, moon, planets and stars from Earth and so much more. Special activities will give all participants the opportunity to work toward earning badges for Space Science Explorer, Space Science Adventure and Space Science Investigators.

The program has been made possible by support from the John H. Rau Space Education Fund through the Community Foundation of Broward.

To reserve your spot at the Girl Scout Adventure, please visit the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida’s (GSSEF) Activity Event Listings or email customercare@gssef.org.

Prices: Girl Scout: $20 each (includes badge) • Chaperone: $42 each Price includes all activities, dinner, and Museum exploration.

UPCOMING SPECIAL FAMILY THEMES: OLAF’S FROZEN SCIENCE OVERNIGHT Saturday Nov. 23 • 6:30 p.m. – 8 a.m.

Like Olaf, we’re really big fans of summer in south Florida! For the first time in forever, join MODS as we explore the science behind Elsa’s icy powers, experiment with dry ice, watch a subzero science show, sample liquid nitrogen ice cream and watch the new Disney film, Frozen 2, in IMAX.

Museum members: $40/chaperone • $25/child Non-member: $48/chaperone • $32/child Prices include: dinner, all activities, and Museum exploration.

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DAY CAMPS

When school’s out, Camp Discovery is in! Give your child an unforgettable STEM experience at our one-day, four-day and five-day camp programs. Camp Discovery provides campers with interactive exploration and hands-on learning opportunities, including a weekly IMAX immersion.

For ages 6–12 Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

(Before and after care available)

One-Day Camp Rate: Museum members: $50 Non-member: $55

Four-Day Camp Rate: Museum members: $150 Non-members: $175

Five-Day Camp Rate: Museum members: $200 Non-members: $225

Book in advance to receive a $10 discount. Multi-child savings are applicable.

For questions or to register, call 954.713.0930 or visit mods.org/camp.

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Camp Discovery Favorites 1-DAY CAMP

We chose our summer camp’s most popular activities, and infused them into one day! Create color-changing chemical reactions; watch gravity make works of art right in front of your eyes, and more!

Spooktacular 18 Science OCT

1-DAY CAMP

Be a mad scientist for a day! Perform gross and ghoulish experiments, conduct some crazy chemistry, and learn about creepy crawlies and things that go bump in the night with a visit to our new exhibit: Attack of the Bloodsuckers!

Runways to Pads 11 Launch 1-DAY CAMP

NOV

Test out your engineering skills with planes, rockets, and other out-of-thisworld inventions. Design a space station, and create your own set of wings. Soar into the exciting world of aviation while exploring the Museum’s newly remodeled To Fly exhibit.

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Makerspace: Thinkers and Tinkers

23-27 Chilly Chemistry and DEC

Snowflake Science

1-DAY CAMP

Join the Maker Movement! Get ready to design, tweak, create, and innovate your way through challenging projects! Tinker with electricity, design simple machines, make moving parts, and bring out your inner engineers. Campers will get creative in our brand-new Makerspace, The Hangar, located in the newly expanded To Fly exhibit.

Makerspace: 29 Unplugged

NOV

1-DAY CAMP

LEDS, motors, and buzzers oh my!

Explore electricity and circuits and make awesome creations from everyday items. Build a moving robot out of a toothbrush, a flashlight out of Popsicle sticks and a video game out of PlayDoh! The possibilities are endless with a visit to the Museum’s new Makerspace, The Hangar.

4-DAY CAMP Though there is no snow on the ground, we can still chill out!

Discover why you shiver when you are cold, make some fake snow to fool your friends, and cool down with liquid nitrogen ice cream. Brrrrr!

Jedi Training 30-3 Academy

DEC/JAN

5-DAY CAMP Learn about invisible forces like magnetism, gravity, centrifugal and centripetal to discover if the “Force” is really with you. Explore the universe in the Museum’s portable planetarium.

Complete your Jedi training by building your own lightsaber. Watch the new film Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

Rated PG-13*. Please note: Camp is closed on December 25. *An alternate activity will be provided for campers not seeing the film.

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Messy Matter 1-DAY CAMP

If messy is your middle name, then this is the camp for you! Learn about the states of matter through crazy chemical reactions. Make a masterpiece with exploding paint, mix up a batch of ooey-gooey slime and create colorful eruptions!

To register, call 954.713.0930 or visit mods.org/camp.

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You're Invited to a night of drinks, dining & dancing

Saturday, October 26, 2019 Presenting Sponsor

BENEFITINg the Museum of Discovery and Science

Gala Sponsors Presenting WELLS FARGO

VIP Table AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Shannon and Johnathan Robertson

Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation

Grand Arrival BB&T

Berkowitz Pollack Brant

Shooters Waterfront

JetBlue

Ronald L. Book, P.A.

JM Family Enterprises

Beverage Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

City Furniture

Additional American Marketing & Management, Inc. – Citrix Grant Thornton

Publix Supermarket Charities

Print Doubletime Digital

Ellis Diversified Leo Goodwin Foundation Republic Services

Gunster

JP Morgan Chase Lochrie & Chakas, PA RV RETAILER

*As of July 31, 2019

For information regarding sponsorships, reservations or table sales, please contact Hillary Wallace at 954.713.0918 or hillary.wallace@mods.net.

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MAKING AN IMPACT

LEONARDO DA VINCI SOCIETY

Join the Museum’s most prestigious group of individual donors Now is the perfect time to become part of the Leonardo da Vinci Society at the Museum of Discovery and Science. The exclusivity of the LDVS makes this group of individual donors a great way to network and find out what’s happening at MODS. Support from our LDVS members has provided more than $2 million to science education since 1993.

As a LDVS member, you will receive an annual Museum Membership, special access to behind- the-scenes tours, exclusive events, priority seating for Hollywood IMAX films, complimentary tickets to MODS events and more!

For more information, please contact Karen Drumheller at 954.713.0906 or at karen.drumheller@mods.net.

A VENUE LIKE NO OTHER HAVE YOUR NEXT EVENT AT MODS! Scientifically proven to be the best place to hold your event!

From weddings to corporate meetings, we’ve mastered the art of making any gathering unforgettable. There’s not a more amazing space for holiday celebrations, anniversaries, birthdays or banquets. Let us know what you’re celebrating and we’ll make it a party!

• Centrally located in downtown Fort Lauderdale • Accommodates up to 2,000 guests • Event planning staff helps you tailor the event to your needs

Contact Facility Rentals at

954.713.0915 or booking@mods.net

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MUSEUM GALLERY

June 15, 2019 April 26, 2019 Young girls together with their families, participated in the Maker Girl at MODS: STEM and Creativity Camp-In. Ultimate Software volunteers worked with Museum staff to provide fun and interactive activities for youth from local community partners such as the Girl Scouts, Young Dream Chasers, LEAPS, Delta Academy, Urban League of Broward County and North Hialeah STEM Magnet School. This program was made possible by Ultimate Software.

MODS hosted a free one-day sensory-friendly interactive camp and summer movie screening provided to families with members on the spectrum. This program was made possible by Autism Speaks’ Malcom Baker Recreation Grant.

June 5, 2019

June 22, 2019

The Florida Panthers Foundation and MODS launched an all-new “Panther Prowl” Augmented Reality Experience. Students, Museum visitors and fans alike downloaded the MODS mobile application and began the prowl by watching a 10-minute educational presentation about the Florida panther. Then, they embarked on a journey around the Museum looking for augmented reality Florida panthers. Visitors enjoyed photo opportunities and more. Visitors who found all four digital Florida panthers in the Museum won a special prize. This program was made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Florida Panthers Foundation.

MODS hosted the first ever Family Pride Day in alignment with nationally celebrated LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Family Pride Day activities included the IMAX showing of the powerful documentary exploring the love, compassion, sacrifice, and success of LGBT families in America, Families Like Yours, on the biggest screen in south Florida, Artmasterpieces, performance by the Gay Men’s Chorus South Florida, MODS Honoree of the Day and City of Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis, presentation by LGBTQ+ Scientist Panel and Story Time with a Drag Queen. This program was made possible through support from the following Community Foundation of Broward funds: Richard Frisby and Edward Burkhart Fund, Gay and Lesbian Broward Community Fund, Edwin A. and Jane N. Huston Fund, Everett H. Metcalf, Jr. Unrestricted Fund and Mary N. Porter Community Impact Fund.

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July 20, 2019

July 30-Aug. 1, 2019

MODS hosted the Bear Hugs for Special Kids event in conjunction with Gilda’s Club South Florida, an organization offering support to people impacted by cancer. On July 20, more than 150 children with cancer and their families enjoyed the IMAX documentary film Great Bear Rainforest along with popcorn and beverages. All children received a plush Build A Bear teddy bear to take home. Julianna Sanjuan, MSW, registered clinical social worker intern and program manager with Gilda’s Club South Florida, shared, “I am just bursting with gratitude over the event!” This event was made possible by Victoria Kirby, a long-time Leonardo da Vinci Society member and generous MODS supporter, and Build a Bear.

MODS hosted the Read. Create. Play! event, which provided community groups including B6C with the opportunity to learn and create from author, teacher and comic book artists Ramon “Absoloot” Robinson and Chavis Davis. Through these three interactive mini comic book workshops, children learned the importance of resilience, confidence and embracing their own talents.

A Junior & Rubble comic book was distributed to each child through the Reading is Lit program. This program was made possible by BBX Capital Foundation.

June 8-Aug. 4, 2019

June 15-August 17, 2019 More powerful than a locomotive! Super kids got to meet their favorite superheroes during Super Hero Saturdays on Brightline as part of our Hall of Heroes exhibit. Travelers from West Palm Beach to Miami rode along with their favorite Marvel characters. Presented

by MODS. Continue to receive 25% off Brightline with promo code MODSBL.

This summer, MODS presented a Musician in Residence Series.

The Musician in Residence program was an incredible opportunity to experience music in a completely innovative way by bringing together the art and science of music to visitors. Special guests from across the musical spectrum conducted hands-on programs ranging from intimate early childhood classes to largescale dynamic performances and interactive workshops.

Visitors discovered instruments from around the world, investigated the physics of sound waves and created their own musical instruments. This program was made possible by the Rosemary Duffy Larson Trust.

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Introducing Magic Leap One at MODS Take a Magic Leap into the future of spatial computing by participating in these incredible hands-on computer workshops.

Discover how mixed reality can totally transform your world.

Create your own virtual world, build a sound studio, fly next to an astronaut and go whale watching - all without leaving the Museum! Explore MODS in a completely new way through a Magic Leap One headset, and interact with objects that are not even there...or are they?

Magic Leap 101

Oct. 20 • 2 p.m.

In this two-hour course, you will learn how to operate a Magic Leap One device, understand how to launch apps and explore the benefits of spatial computing. Your instructor will guide you through your spatial computing experience and give you access to a Magic Leap One unit during the workshop.

Price: $50 • includes Museum admission

Making with Magic Leap Nov. 17 • 2 p.m.

People make all sorts of things with materials, but how can we build or make something with a computer? During this two-hour session, you will build and design your own mixed reality world using a Magic Leap unit. Create a spatial computing environment and then see how your creations interact. Let your imagination come to life in this one-of-a-kind spatial computing maker experience.

Price: $50 • includes Museum admission

Musical Magic Leap

Dec. 15 • 2 p.m.

Create your own sound studio and make music like never before in this two-hour workshop. Put on a Magic Leap unit and get your jam on! Experiment with directional and surround sound!

Add your own sound effects and even sing a song! Then join the entire group as everyone dances to their own beat!

Price: $50 • includes Museum admission

Magic Leap Experimentation Station Every other Wednesday starting Oct. 9 • 3 p.m.

Join Museum educators and see what spatial computing is all about! Get a guided tour through the Magic Leap equipment.

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Magic Leap One users must be age 13 and up.

To register for a workshop, call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.

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21+ science social

Hosted by

MODS MAKES Thursday, November 14 • 5:30–8:00 p.m.

Presented by

Prepare for a high-tech take-off at our upcoming Discovery After Dark 21+ event! Come hang with us in our newly expanded To Fly Aviation Hall featuring a cutting-edge Makerspace. Explore a social evening of creating and collaborating with hands-on STEM experiences, augmented reality and Magic Leap technology.

Tastebuds will take flight with adult beverages and delicious bites.

Discovery After Dark is hosted by Friends of MODS.

Supported by

PRICES Museum members $20

• Non-members $25

FOR TICKETS please call 954.713.0930 or visit C AT E R I N G & E V E N T S

mods.org/programs/discovery-after-dark

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ALL GROWN UP: Career Day at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Kids Expo was a Success Aspiring doctors, chefs and radio personalities got a real feel of what their future could be like at the 7th Annual Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Kids Expo. It was a day full of family fun – with a host of activities, meet and greets with their favorite characters and a concert by teen star Isaak Presley!

Join our MODS Squad!

Discover how YOU can make an impact as a MODS volunteer. We are always looking for energetic people to help us continue to connect our community with inspiring science and to deliver a dynamic guest experience. MODS has opportunities that fit many skills, experience levels and interests. Volunteers are asked to participate on a regular schedule (such as three hours per weekday or full days on the weekend). To learn more, please visit mods.org, call 954.658.3287 or email modsvolunteer@mods.net.

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Become a

MUSEUM MEMBER

today!

OUR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS are pretty fantastic. You’ll enjoy unlimited admission to all Museum exhibits for a whole year!

You’ll receive complimentary guest passes and discounts on IMAX film tickets, day camps, birthday parties and MaxFlight rides. Your membership also gets you 10% off Explore Store purchases*, $25 off the Summer Savings Pass and $5 parking passes (available at the Museum box office). And, as a bonus, you get free admission to 360+ museums around the world!

How great is that? *Purchases of $5 or more. Membership ID required.

THERE’S A MEMBER PROGRAM JUST RIGHT FOR YOU!

FRIENDS OF MODS

FINANCIAL, VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY SUPPORT MEMBERSHIP

$100+

DUAL MEMBERSHIP

$240

CONTRIBUTING MEMBERSHIP

Ideal for two adults and six children under 18 years of age in the same household.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND LEVELS, VISIT mods.org/join/friends-of-mods

TEACHER FAMILY

SEA TURTLE

$100

Ideal for teachers for two adults and four children under 18 years of age in the same household

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: • 4 FREE Exhibit Guest Passes • 2 FREE Documentary IMAX Passes

ANGEL

$340

CONTRIBUTING MEMBERSHIP

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Ideal for multi-generational families.

• 2 FREE Exhibit Guest Pass Four adults and six children.

• 2 FREE Documentary IMAX Pass ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: • 6 FREE Exhibit Guest Passes • 4 FREE Documentary IMAX Passes

MANATEE

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

$140

Ideal for two adults and four children under 18 years of age in the same household.

LEONARDO DA VINCI SOCIETY

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: • 2 FREE Exhibit Guest Passes • 2 FREE Documentary IMAX Passes

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND LEVELS, VISIT mods.org/join/leonardo-da-vinci-society

PRESTIGIOUS DONOR MEMBERSHIP

$1000+

FOR MORE INFORMATION call 954.713.0942 or visit mods.org/join.

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE 401 SW Second Street • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

TO IMAGINE. TO DESIGN. TO CREATE. TO FLY. To Fl y Exhibit Remas t ered: R i bbo n Cut t i n g Cere m o ny

October 4 • 10:30 a.m.

Join MODS as we unveil the newly remastered and expanded To Fly Aviation Exhibit Hall, sponsored by the Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust.

Explore the brand-new Leighton Family Hangar, a high-tech, aviationthemed Makerspace. The Hangar is a fusion of a science lab, engineering workshop, computer lab and art room. It is designed to promote innovation and skills development with its wide range of activities, from robotics and electronics to sewing and 3D printing.

Daily creation and innovation in The Hangar is fueled and sponsored by Citrix, the official technology partner of MODS.

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Also preview Inspiration Takes Flight 7D film by Emmy award winning producers MacGillivray Freeman. The piece was filmed locally with support from Underground Lauderdale, a project of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.

TO RSVP please call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net by Thursday, October 3.

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