Saturday, March 29, 12 -4 p.m., The Funhouse Commons
Entry deadline is March 24, 2014
— from Mariah Miller —
The 14th Annual Funhouse Science Fair will be held Saturday, March 29, from 12 -4 p.m. at The Funhouse Commons on Orcas Island. Now is the time to start planning your projects and turn in your entry forms!
All school-age children (grades K-12), from Orcas and neighboring islands are invited to participate. Needing ideas? Come by The Funhouse and check out our library full of science books. Our staff is happy to help you come up with the perfect project.
For the ninth year in a row The Funhouse is awarding $2,000 in scholarships to the top three high school or middle school student entries. Certificates and science prizes will be given to all participants, including the prized best-of-show “Richie Moore Rocket Ship of Wonder” award.
The Science Fair is free and open to the public! So if you don’t have kids, stop by and join the fun! There will be demonstrations by area inventors and scientists, entertainment, hot dogs, and lots of amazing youth exhibits.
For downloadable rules and sign-up forms visit the Funhouse website. Entry forms are due by March 24, 2014.
Founded by generous members of the Orcas Island community in 2000, The Funhouse is a 501(c)3 non- profit community center with hands-on science exhibits, multi-media labs, art studio, climbing wall and more. The Funhouse also facilitates essential Teen, After School, Education and Mentor programs for the youth on Orcas Island.
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