Now STREAMing!

Welcome to our year of Now STREAMing! Streaming is not just for watching the latest shows and movies. STREAMing is also exploring the worlds of Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math in exciting new ways! Join us this year as we explore each discipline and how they all enrich and compliment one another while you journey through fun and immersive programs that spark creativity and foster curiosity. Look for the letters S.T.R.E.A.M. next to all of our programs to see what areas we are exploring!

*Programs are included with museum admission or membership unless otherwise stated

June 2025

 

June 2nd - June 8th

Summer Spectacular: Who Dun it Wednesday - The Case of the Stolen Cheese

Wednesday, June 4th

10AM - 5PM

Melissa the Bee was ready to make a batch of her famous mac and cheese when she discovered the cheese was missing! Who took the cheese and why? Can you crack the case?

Summer Spectacular: Totally Scientific Thursday - Combustion Reactions

Thursday, June 5th

11AM and 1PM

What do you need to make a fire? Watch as we explore the science behind combustion reactions and how fire is formed.

Summer Spectacular: Fantastic Friday - Reptiles with Nature Zone

Friday, June 6th

11AM - 1PM

Discover what makes reptiles unique and meet animal ambassadors with Nature Zone.

Start with Art: Juneteenth Magazine Collage (A)

Saturday, June 7th

10AM - 12PM

Using magazines and recycled paper, create your own Juneteenth flag to take home.

Open MakerSpace: Ring Toss (E,M)

Saturday, June 7th

1PM - 3PM

Use a drill to make a simple wooded ring toss game!

Pop-Up Program: Silver Coins (SILVER, A)

Saturday, June 7th

3PM - 4PM

Explore the history of metal tooling art and create your own designs to take home!

June 9th - June 15th

Summer Spectacular: Who Dun it Wednesday - Is There a Basement Ghost?

Wednesday, June 11th

10AM - 5PM

Ante is hearing strange sounds from the basement. What could it be? Look for clues to discover the source of the sound.

Summer Spectacular: Totally Scientific Thursday - Air Cannons

Thursday, June 12th

11AM and 1PM

Explore how a vortex moves as we experiment with moving air!

Summer Spectacular: Fantastic Friday - Warriors Success Academy

Friday, June 13th

11AM - 12PM

Lay the foundation for your child to become a confident, self-assured leader that isn’t afraid to Stand Up, Stand Out, and Stand Strong for themselves and others. Learning Bully Prevention, Conflict Avoidance, and Self-Defense along with Leadership Life and Social Skills will give your child the edge he or she needs to be successful in all areas of their life.

Start with Art: Father Figure Appreciation Collage Frame (A)

Saturday, June 14th

10AM - 12PM

Using magazines and balsa wood frames, customize your own picture frames for an important father figure in your life.

Open MakerSpace: Tic Tac Toe Woodburning (A, M)

Saturday, June 14th

1PM - 3PM

Explore woodburning while creating a wood burned tic-tac-toe board.

Pop-Up Program: Father’s Day Gift (A)

Saturday, June 14th

3PM - 4PM

Create your own special gift for a dad figure in your life.

June 16th - June 22nd

Summer Spectacular: Who Dun it Wednesday - Mystery Potion

Wednesday, June 18th

10AM - 5PM

Ladybug went to the kitchen to discover something cooking on the stove. But what is it? It isn’t something to eat. Who is responsible for this mysterious potion?

Summer Spectacular: Totally Scientific Thursdays - Weather

Thursday, June 19th

11AM and 1PM

Join us for fun demonstrations highlighting how storms, tornados, and lightning form!

Summer Spectacular: Fantastic Fridays - Magic by Greg

Friday, June 20th

1PM - 2PM

Join us for a fun, silly, and magical show that is sure to dazzle and amaze!

Start with Art: Unity Bracelets (A)

Saturday, June 21st

10AM - 12PM

Using skin tone pony beads, create your own bracelets to celebrate all the beautiful colors our friends come in.

Open MakerSpace: Tangram Puzzles (A, M)

Saturday, June 21st

1PM - 3PM

Create a tangram puzzle set out of recycled materials.

Pop-Up Program: Animal Tracks (S)

Saturday, June 21st

3PM - 4PM

Discover animal adaptations and ways we know animals are around by looking at animal tracks, pelts, and bones up close!

June 23rd - June 29th

Summer Spectacular: Who Dun it Wednesday - The Case of the Missing Trophy

Wednesday, June 25th

10AM - 5PM

Scorpy and his friends are getting ready for the LynchBug Olympics when he discovers the prized trophy is missing! Where did it go? Look for clues to find who took the trophy!

Summer Spectacular: Totally Scientific Thursdays - Electricity

Thursday, June 26th

11AM and 1PM

Come for a shocking experience as we experiment with static electricity featuring our Van De Graaff generator.

Summer Spectacular: Fantastic Friday - Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke – Animal Ambassador Program

Friday, June 27th

11AM - 12PM

Meet animal ambassadors with Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center and learn how we can protect and help different animal species.

Start with Art: Toilet Paper Cuffs (A)

Saturday, June 28th

10AM - 12PM

Decorate a Juneteenth cuff complete with jewels and beads.

Open MakerSpace: Magnet Fishing Game (S,E)

Saturday, June 28th

1PM - 3PM

Make your own magnet fishing game using recycled materials.

Pop-Up Program: Paper Airplanes (S,E,M)

Saturday, June 28th

3PM - 4PM

Try your hand at making different paper airplanes. Practice folding different designs and test them to see which will fly the farthest!