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Mad Science After School Program at the Suffolk Y JCC

*Register Now* For the Fantastic Physics STEM After School Program at the Suffolk Y JCC in Commack!

The Suffolk Y JCC is proud to present Mad Science of Long Island's STEM Aligned After School Program - Fantastic Physics for the Fall of 2016!

Junior Division - Fantastic Physics - Tuesdays 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

6 Weeks - November 1, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20

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Y Members: $210 // Non-Members: $230

To Register: Contact Rebecca Oyer at 631-462-9800 or royer@syjcc.org.

Find out what's happening in Commackfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

FANTASTIC PHYSICS

Nov 1 - UNDER PRESSURE

Join Bernoulli and Newton as we take an exciting look at the science behind aerodynamics and the properties of air... under pressure. Levitate ping-pong balls in defiance of gravity. Use a vortex generator to
create air pockets with a punch, and take home the famous “Mad Science Air Blaster”.

Nov 15 - CURRENT EVENTS

Take a tour on the electron freeway! Conductors, insulators, and other elements in the world of circuit electricity introduce themselves to you via the tingle in your fingertips and the twinkle in your eye. You’ll leave the workshop with a “Mad Science Circuit Maze”.

Nov 29 - SCIENCE OF MAGIC

Is it Magic? No... It’s science! Learn the secrets behind famous magic tricks. Mother Nature has some tricks of her own, and we’d like to show you what’s up her sleeve! Take home your very own "Mad Science Curious Cube".

Dec 6 - FANTASTIC FLIERS

The Wright Brothers would be proud as we follow in their footsteps and learn the fundamental principles of flight. This class will introduce us to the basics of aerodynamics. Bring home your own “Mad Science Skyhawk Foam Plane”.

Dec 13 - SUPER STRUCTURES

Discover the strengths of triangles, cylinders and arches. Learn how combinations of these shapes make for sturdy homes and skyscrapers! Use teamwork to build your own super structures. Take home your very own "Mad Science Bridge Basics Kit"

Dec 20 - FUN-DAMENTAL FORCES

Gravity... Inertia... Centripetal force... Who could ever imagine that an introduction to physics could be so much fun? Experience these awesome forces and experiment with some cool Mad Science devices. Take home your very own "Mad Science Gravity Game”.

WORKSHOP TOPICS as well as the order in which they are presented MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

To Register: Contact Rebecca Oyer at 631-462-9800 or royer@syjcc.org.

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