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UPCOMING AT SMLI
Mon, Jan 20ManhassetJan 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAJan 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAWhatever the weather, the forecast calls for science! Explore what causes unique weather phenomenon, from sudden snow squalls, to raging tornadoes. Learn to identify different cloud formations you may see on a cloudy day.
Sun, Jan 26Science Museum of Long IslandJan 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
Wed, Jan 29ManhassetJan 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAJan 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USADid 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.
Sun, Feb 09Science Museum of Long IslandFeb 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAFeb 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAWhat better to experiment with than candy? Find out the science behind the world's most favorite ingredient, sugar! Learn how chocolate is made from tree to chocolate bar, and even taste some yummy creations of your own!
Mon, Feb 17ManhassetFeb 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAFeb 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USADig 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.
Tue, Feb 18ManhassetFeb 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAFeb 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAJoin 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.
Wed, Feb 19ManhassetFeb 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
Thu, Feb 20ManhassetFeb 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAFeb 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAWhat'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.
Fri, Feb 21ManhassetFeb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAFeb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAWhat 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!
Fri, Feb 28Science Museum of Long IslandFeb 28, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
Sun, Mar 09Science Museum of Long IslandMar 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAMar 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USASugaring season is finally here! Join us for an informative and hands-on look at the complete process behind everyone's favorite pancake topper. Learn all about maple trees, the tools of the trade, then head to the preserve to tap them yourself! End with a maple syrup taste test!
Fri, Mar 14Science Museum of Long IslandMar 14, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
Sun, Apr 06Science Museum of Long IslandApr 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAApr 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMScience Museum of Long Island, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USACelebrate National Robotics Week with us as we design, build and test homemade robots using upcycled materials. Afterwards, enter your Junkbot in our Junkbot War contest to see if it comes out a champion!
Mon, Apr 14ManhassetApr 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
Tue, Apr 15ManhassetApr 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAApr 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USALet'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!
Wed, Apr 16ManhassetApr 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
Thu, Apr 17ManhassetApr 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAApr 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USAPrepare 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!
Fri, Apr 18ManhassetApr 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManhasset, 1526 N Plandome Rd, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
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