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HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

Children ages four and up are welcome to join SMLI on their days off from school to enjoy hours of fun, hand-on science activities!  Children will participate in experiments, create crafts, and observe demonstrations. 

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  • All holiday workshops run from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm

  • Holiday workshops are drop-off programs.  Please enter through the SMLI bus entrance. 

  • Please send your child with a packed lunch

  • Children are grouped by grade starting with pre-k (4 years old). Some grades may be grouped together.

  • RAGING REPTILES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    RAGING REPTILES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    RAGING REPTILES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Jan 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Jan 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Did you know that 2025 is the Year of the Snake? In this workshop, reptiles will take center stage. We'll meet the live animals that currently live at SMLI, and explore how they are similar to more exotic and exciting species found around the world. 
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  • SCIENCE ROCKS! HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    SCIENCE ROCKS! HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    SCIENCE ROCKS! HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Feb 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Feb 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Dig into the world of geology with a full day of exploring how rocks are formed, changed, and identified by geologists. We'll explore some unique properties (like glowing under a black light!) showcased by certain rocks and minerals.
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  • FEEL THE FORCE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    FEEL THE FORCE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    FEEL THE FORCE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Feb 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Feb 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Join us for an action-packed day where physics takes front stage. Explore the magic of magnetic pulls, the power of push and pull, and the secrets behind everyday motion. We'll uncover the invisible forces that shape our world. 
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  • CREATURES & CRITTERS HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    CREATURES & CRITTERS HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    CREATURES & CRITTERS HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Feb 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Feb 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Meet the animals of SMLI! Get up-close with mammals, reptiles and amphibians in this day highlighting our furry and scaly friends. Learn about their unique adaptations, create fun crafts, and pet each one! 
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  • SCIENTIFIC MYSTERIES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    SCIENTIFIC MYSTERIES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    SCIENTIFIC MYSTERIES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Feb 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Feb 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    What's the secret behind the perfect bubble solution? How are we able to communicate with computers using just the numbers 1 and 0? How are forensic scientists able to uncover just who was at the crime scene? Discover this and more as we unravel mysterious things in science. 
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  • MAPLE SUGARING HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    MAPLE SUGARING HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    MAPLE SUGARING HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Feb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Feb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    What could be better than exploring the science behind something as delicious as maple syrup? Learn the ins-and-outs of tree tapping in this fan-favorite workshop! We’ll head onto the trail to tap a maple tree, explore the syrup-making process, and, of course, have some pancakes!
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  • SPRING INTO SCIENCE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    SPRING INTO SCIENCE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    SPRING INTO SCIENCE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Apr 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Apr 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Celebrate the changing of the seasons as we welcome back Spring! Discover how nature is changing in every way, as plant life begins to bloom, and birds return from their winter homes. 
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  • DINO DETECTIVES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    DINO DETECTIVES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    DINO DETECTIVES HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Apr 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Apr 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Let's go back in time to when dinosaurs roamed our planet. Learn the unique differences between herbivores and carnivores, how each dinosaur got their name and more. Try your hand at designing a dinosaur of your very own! 
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  • PIRATES OF MANHASSET BAY HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    PIRATES OF MANHASSET BAY HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    PIRATES OF MANHASSET BAY HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
    Apr 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Apr 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Venture to Manhasset Bay in this orienteering- and marine-themed day! We’ll learn how to use a compass and other orienteering methods, explore the beach, and search for treasure!
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  • HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: AEROSPACE ADVENTURES
    HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: AEROSPACE ADVENTURES
    HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: AEROSPACE ADVENTURES
    Apr 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Apr 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Prepare for lift off! Investigate the physics of flight for journeys within our atmosphere and beyond. Experiment with different paper plane designs to see which flies the best, discover just how much energy is required to reach outer space and more!
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  • HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: YOU CAN EAT IT!
    HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: YOU CAN EAT IT!
    HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: YOU CAN EAT IT!
    Apr 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Apr 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Our sense of taste is underutilized in science. Let's do some experiments, projects and more that we can enjoy both during and afterwards....by eating it!
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  • HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: GOING, GOING GREEN
    HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: GOING, GOING GREEN
    HOLIDAY WORKSHOP: GOING, GOING GREEN
    Apr 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Apr 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Manhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
    Earth Day is almost here. Let's start the celebration early, with a day filled with learning how we can make a positive impact on planet earth. We'll connect with the outdoors, create projects with recycled materials, and more! 
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