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Stemocracy Festival 2024

Arts and Entertainment

September 20, 2024

From: Stemocracy Festival

Join NYSCI as we celebrate the critical connection between STEM and Democracy. We'll explore key issues our community cares about such as combating Climate Change with community input and action, building a more equitable and safe community, and addressing how advancements in STEM industries can help or hinder democratic goals.

Schedule of Events

September 22, 2024

People Power and Climate Change

1:00pm, Auditorium: People Power and Climate Change: BRIGHTLINE Community Panel

Come learn about initiatives in our community that are using STEM principles to address climate change, with initiatives spanning from Queens to the South Bronx.

Panelists:
Jen Robinson, Brightline 2040
Leslie Vasquez, Clean Air Project Organizer, South Bronx Unite
Peter Rose, Senior Director, Stakeholder Relations at Hydro Québec
Jasmine Maldonado, NYSCI

3:00pm - 5:00pm, Auditorium: Films for the Forest Premiere
Exclusive premiere of juried short films at NYSCI! Films for the Forest invites filmmakers from around the world to share the voices and stories of forests worldwide.

2:00pm - 5:00pm, Central Pavillion: Mini Food Hall, In collaboration with Queens Together.

September 24, 2024

Arts + STEM = Environmental Justice Power

3:00pm, Viscusi Gallery: Launch Party: Immersive Rainforest Installation
Presented in collaboration with Rainforest Partnerships and OmniSpace 360. Experience the power of the rainforest through the use of video projection mapping technologies.

4:00pm, Terrace Garden: EARTHGANG visit to NYSCI's Garden

5:00pm, Auditorium: A Conversation with EARTHGANG: Artists using Science to make a Difference
EARTHGANG is an American hip-hop duo from Atlanta, Georgia, composed of rappers Olu and WowGr8. Come hear from these two impactful artists as they talk about their journey of creating their foundation and mobilizing their fans in the fight for environmental conservation.

6:00pm, Auditorium: Films for the Forest Screening Day 2. Followed by a light reception.

September 25, 2024

Design, Make, Play

11:30am - 1pm, Auditorium: Films for the Forest Day 3 Screening

September 26, 2024

NYSCI and CLIMATE CHANGE

1:30pm, Viscusi Gallery: A visit with Pablo Venegas, Rainforest Partnership's herpetologist.

2:30pm, Auditorium: "NYSCI and Corona: Stronger than the Storm" panel
Learn about NYSCI, local organizations, and government efforts around combating climate change. NYSCI leaders will be joined by experts and leaders from the Waterfront Alliance and the Mayor's office of Climate and Environmental Justice's program “Floodnet”

5:00pm - 7:00pm, Auditorium: Films of the Forest Day 4 Screening

5:00pm - 8:00pm, Terrace Garden: NYSCI Garden Celebration: Community Gardens and Civic Change

September 27, 2024

Community Day

4:00pm - 6:00pm, Auditorium: Films of the Forest Day 5 Screening. Q&A following the Friday films.

September 28, 2024

Closing Day

10:00am - 5:00pm, Entire Museum: NYSCI Community Birthday Party Celebration

4:00pm - 7:00pm, Rotunda: Queens Borough President's Climate Expo, free admission.
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards hosts his annual Climate Expo, highlighting Queens' resilience in the face of climate change and showcasing exciting green job opportunities. Learn how to make your property more resilient, find a new job, or be a part of Queens' green revolution!

5:00pm - 10:00pm, Entire Museum: NYSCI Nights
Enjoy free admission to our historic Great Hall Terrace, delicious food from the vibrant Queens Night Market, engaging games, and special activities.

Date: September 22-28, 2024

Time:
September 22, 2024 from 10:00am to 8:00pm
September 24, 2024 from 2:00pm to 8:00pm
September 25, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm
September 26, 2024 from 10:00am to 8:00pm
September 27, 2024 from 10:00am to 8:00pm
September 28, 2024 from 10:00am to 10:00pm

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Location:
New York Hall Of Science,
47-01 111th Street,
Corona, NY 11368.

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