Chemistry of Beer – 2019-05-15
Metropolitan Brewery 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL, United StatesMetropolitan Brewing, 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618 Do you ever think about the science behind beer?? Now is your chance […]
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ISC’s Chemistry of Beer with Metropolitan Brewery – ChiSciFest2019
Do you ever think about the science behind beer?? Now is your chance to really understand the chemical reactions in beer they […]
$40
Breathalyze This! Science of Drug & Alcohol Testing
Axion Analytical Labs 14 N. Peoria Street #100, Chicago, IL, United Statesllinois Science Council is offering a fascinating program where you'll learn the Science Behind Drug & Alcohol Testing. Join ISC with the […]
Breathalyze This! Science of Drug & Alcohol Testing – ChiSciFest2019
Illinois Science Council is offering a fascinating program where you'll learn the Science Behind Drug & Alcohol Testing. Join ISC with the […]
$30
Deep-Sea Bioluminescence – Recent Explorations and Discoveries – ChiSciFest2019
The deep-sea is the largest ecosystem on our planet and the least explored. It is a world without sunlight, but […]
$7
Science Expo Day – ChiSciFest2019
Illinois Science Council invites you to the 5th annual Chicago Science Fest Expo Day! On Saturday, May 18, come for a […]
$20 – $40
Chicago Science Expo 2019
Merchandise Mart, Plaza 222 W. Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL, United StatesIllinois Science Council invites you to the 5th annual Chicago Science Fest Expo Day! On Saturday, May 18, come for a […]
Morbid Curiosities: Surgical History Tour – ChiSciFest2019
*Warning: Not for the Faint of Heart* From ancient human skulls to bone-saws and bloodletting knives, the International Museum of […]
Free – $25
The Biggest Explosions in the Universe – ChiSciFest2019
Raffaella Margutti Department of Physics and Astronomy Northwestern University New telescopes are sampling the night sky with unprecedented sensitivity across […]
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Artificial Intelligence – to Accelerate Development and Discovery – ChiSciFest2019
Scientists at Argonne and across the globe develop new technologies to accelerate scientific discoveries from atomic to universe scale. Argonne […]
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The Future of Biodiversity in the Age of Humans
Join The Morton Arboretum for a discussion with botanist John Kress, PhD, of the Smithsonian Institution for a look at […]
$16
Tree ID Walk & Talk – 2019-06-15
Are you ever curious about the trees you see every day in the City? Join us for a stroll through […]
$10
ISC’s Science Social Hour at Nick’s Beer Garden
Hello fellow science lovers, Come and hang out with the current Associate Board and learn about the exciting events we […]
Free
NIU STEM Café: Managing Health and How Our Response to Disease Has Changed
What scientific and medical advances are helping people with serious illnesses to live longer? How have we learned to better […]
Free
Argonne OutLoud: The Science of Advanced Manufacturing
Argonne researchers are increasingly working beyond scientific discovery to enable efficient mass production of cutting-edge materials and devices that require […]
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Special CIERA Astronomer Evening: 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
CIERA Astronomer Evenings are typically special programs that take place on the last Friday of every month at Northwestern's Dearborn […]
Free
Wild City: The Animals That Live Among Us
Cities are built for people, but increasingly house many species of wildlife. These species can range from the familiar, like […]
Free – $10
CIERA Astronomer Evening: 50th Anniversary Apollo 11 Moon Landing
Due to the popularity of our Moon Landing event earlier this month, we are pleased to bring you another opportunity […]
FREE
Wild Things in the City — Science of Urban Wildlife with Seth Magle, PhD
DIRTT Environmental Solutions 325 N. Wells St., Chicago, IL, United StatesWe are not alone! City dwellers are surrounded by wildlife, both common and rare. Come learn about Chicago's (non-human) wildlife! […]
Wild Things in the City — the Science of Urban Wildlife
We are not alone! City dwellers are surrounded by wildlife, both common and rare. Come learn about Chicago's (non-human) wildlife! […]
$5
Birds, Bees & Butterflies: A Native Garden Tour
Native gardens are beautiful islands of biodiversity that meet many of our conservation goals by preserving clean water, reducing energy […]
Free – $10
NIU STEM Café: Stargazing – Rain or Shine!
Join NIU STEM Outreach for a dazzling evening of stargazing and viewing of the annual Perseid meteor shower. These brilliant […]
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Seven Minutes of Scholarship
Seven Minutes of Scholarship is the final symposium of Northwestern’s RSG Research Communication training program. After 8 weeks of instruction from experts […]
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Seven Minutes of Scholarship – 2019-08-15
Seven Minutes of Scholarship is the final symposium of Northwestern’s RSG Research Communication training program. After 8 weeks of instruction from experts […]
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ISC’s Science Social Hour
Come out to talk science! Everyone is welcome to come out and talk science at our Science Social Hour at a new […]
Science Pub Quiz with Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub
SCIENCE TRIVIA NIGHT RETURNS! Team sign up starts at 7:30pm, questions roll at 8:00pm Show up in teams of up […]
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Take a Tastebud Trip with Illinois Science Council and Half Sour – 2019-08-21
Half Sour Chicago 755 S. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us as we make Half Sour sweet with the power of “miracle berries”! Illinois Science Council is partnering with Half […]
Transient Astronomical Events with Andrew J Connolly
A transient astronomical event, often shortened by astronomers to a ‘transient’, is an astronomical object or phenomenon whose duration may […]
Free
Take a Taste Trip with Illinois Science Council and Half Sour
Join us as we make Half Sour sweet with the power of "miracle berries!" Illinois Science Council is partnering with […]
$18
Science Riot – 2019-08-26
Scientists Doing Stand-Up?! Real-life scientists try comedy about their real-life jobs. Join us for a night of evidence-based hilarity as […]
$10
Argonne Outloud Lecture Series: Ensuring a Resilient Power Grid
The vast, interconnected power grid is constantly relied upon, but rarely considered by most people, except when parts of it […]
Free
Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces That Make Us Who We Are
Seminary Co-op Bookstore 5751 S. Woodlawn Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a FREE discussion with Bill Sullivan, author of Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces […]
“Pleased to Meet Me” with author Bill Sullivan
“In equal parts approachable and mind-blowing, Sullivan gives us a whistle-stop tour of the myriad factors that make you who […]
FREE
Wildhood : The Epic Journey from Adolescence to Adulthood in Humans and Other Animals
Barbara Natteson-Horowitz and Kathryn Bowers will discuss their book Wildhood: The Epic Journey from Adolescence to Adulthood in Humans and […]
FREE
Flu Shots & Drink Shots — Immunology @ a Bar! – 2019-09-25
Haymarket Pub & Brewery 737 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesGet your flu shot – Get a drink shot! Seriously. It’s easy to procrastinate getting your annual flu shot. If […]
Flu Shots & Drink Shots — Immunology @ a Bar! – 2019-09-26
Get your flu shot – Get a drink shot! Seriously. It’s easy to procrastinate getting your annual flu shot. If […]
$15
The Woman Who Loves Giraffes
Come to Fermilab for a viewing of The Woman Who Loves Giraffes, followed by Q&A with Anne Innis Dagg, the […]
$8
Halo Awards
2nd Annual Halo Awards Celebrating Heroes of Medicine The Halo Awards is a first-of-its-kind Grammy-style event celebrating scientists for their […]
$175
Science of Game of Thrones
Haymarket Pub & Brewery 737 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesIllinois Science Council is excited to host author and physicist Rebecca Thompson, PhD, to discuss her new book, "Fire, Ice, […]
Fire, Ice, and Physics – The Science of Game of Thrones
Illinois Science Council is excited to host author and physicist Rebecca Thompson, PhD, to discuss her new book, “Fire, Ice, and Physics […]
$15
Dialogues Between Neuroscience and Society
This talk is part of the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience taking place at McCormick Place. Attendees will […]
Free
The Role of Pharmaceutical Partnerships When Advocating for Basic Research
This talk is part of the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience taking place at McCormick Place. Attendees will need to […]
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“The Feeling of Life Itself” with author Christof Koch
Christof Koch discusses The Feeling of Life Itself: Why Consciousness is Widespread but Can't Be Computed. A Q&A and signing will […]
FREE
Field Museum’s 5th Annual Chicagoland Women in Science Mixer
Field Museum Women in Science strives to eliminate gender bias through education, opportunity, mentoring, and dialogue. Join us for a […]
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Preparing Chicagoland for Tomorrow’s Weather
Presented by Aaron Packman, Professor - Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Daniel Horton, Assistant Professor – Department of […]
Building the Next Generation Hard X-Ray Light Source
Come to Argonne National Laboratory for the October Argonne Out Loud lecture. Building the Next Generation Hard X-Ray Light Source For over […]
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“Cartography of the Cosmos: Mapping the Unseen” with Dr. Priyamvada Natarajan:
You are invited to the CIERA 11th Annual Public Lecture by : "Cartography of the Cosmos: Mapping the Unseen" Our […]
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Science Riot
Scientists Doing Stand-Up?! Science Riot returns to the Field Museum with a brand-new lineup of scientists-turned-comedians! Join us for a […]
$16
A Right to Know? Labeling GMO Food with Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub
Dr. Omri Ben-Shahar. Leo and Eileen Herzel Professor of Law, Kearney Director of the Coase-Sandor Institute for Law and Economics Rabid […]
ETOPiA Presents: Science on Screen – The Bit Player
Join us for a screening of the film “The Bit Player” (2018). This film was commissioned by Institute of Electrical […]
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2019 Fall Kavli Fulldome Lecture Series: A Universe of Surprises
Our Universe is full of surprises, from ghost remnants of black hole jets to exotic planets around distant stars to […]
Free – $10
Sean Carroll: Many Worlds
Sean Carroll is a theoretical physicist, a professor at CalTech, and an acclaimed science writer. And there might be more than […]
STEM Café: Measles Epidemics and Immunizations
STEM Café: Measles Epidemics and Immunizations Measles was declared eradicated in 2000, but measles outbreaks are now at a new […]
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CIERA Astronomer Evening: A Celebration of NASA’s Space Program / Hidden Figures
In honor of Northwestern’s One Book selection, Hidden Figures, join us for a special CIERA Astronomer Evening focused on NASA’s […]
Science Cocktail Party 2019
DIRTT Environmental Solutions 325 N. Wells St., Chicago, IL, United StatesCome to the most science-y fundraiser of the year! Meet science enthusiasts from all over Chicago and share stories over […]
Science Cocktail Party – 2019-11-10
Science Cocktail Party Saturday, November 9th, 2019 8:00 - 11:00pm D.I.R.T.T. Environmental Showroom 325 N. Wells Street, […]
$68 – $85
The Teams Behind the Teams in Modern Science
Shane L. Larson, Assoc. Director of the CIERA/Northwestern will take us on a journey of modern discoveries in astronomy and […]
SciTech Museum “Learning and Brews (LAB) Night”
ScieTech Museum in Aurora is hosting a Learning and Brews (LAB) Night when the museum will only be open to […]
$15 – $25
The Art of Logic in an Illogical World with Dr. Eugenia Cheng
For thousands of years, mathematicians have used the timeless art of logic to see the world more clearly. Today, truth […]
Free
Seven Minutes of Scholarship featuring IDEAS Data Scientists
Seven Minutes of Scholarship will showcase researchers presenting their work for a technically-minded, non-expert audience. The goal of the symposium is to […]
Physics with a Bang! and Open House
Physics with a Bang! and Open House Students, families, teachers and especially the curious are invited to attend our annual […]
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Tête à Tête: Embodying Dialogues – ScienceArt Exhibition
The Drama Science Lab presents the 2019 SciArt Annual Celebration Tête à Tête: Embodying Dialogues An inclusive, learning experience. Thought-provoking […]
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Bacterial Art Holiday Spectacular from ChiTown Bio
Join ChiTownBio for their end-of-year meeting on Thursday, December 19th at 7 PM. This year they're bringing back one of […]
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ScienceArt Exhibition Opening Party – Tête à Tête: Embodying Dialogues
OPENING PARTY - Tête à Tête: Embodying Dialogues exhibition Zhou B Art Center 1029 W 35th Street Chicago, IL 60609 […]
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Tête à Tête: Embodying Dialogues – ScienceArt Workshops
MIND THE BODY 11:00am-12:30pm Join us for an exploration of the gifts of mindfulness. All you need is an object […]
Free
Is your Hippo really happy? Or is your macaque moody? Come learn about Zoo Animal Welfare from Katherine Cronin, PhD
PackBack Inc. 55 E. Jackson Blvd. 6th Floor, Chicago, IL, United StatesIs your Hippo really happy? Your macaque moody, or your penguin passive? Come learn the Science of Animal Welfare at […]
Is your Hippo really happy? Zoo Animal Welfare with Katherine Cronin, PhD
Is your Hippo really happy? Your macaque moody, or your penguin passive? Come learn the Science of Animal Welfare at […]
$5 – $8
“We Believe In Dinosaurs” Chicago Premiere Film Screening
Join C2ST for the Chicago premiere of We Believe in Dinosaurs, followed by a discussion and reception with the directors, Clayton Brown […]
$10
Cannabis Analysis — Science of How THC and CBD levels are Determined – 2020-02-05
Axion Analytical Labs 14 N. Peoria Street #100, Chicago, IL, United StatesIt’s the highlight of the year for some — marijuana is legal in Illinois now. But it’s a complicated plant […]
Cannabis Analysis — Science of How THC and CBD levels are Determined
It's the highlight of the year for some -- marijuana is legal in Illinois now. But it's a complicated plant […]
$30
SciKu Poetry Contest Deadline
Illinois Science Council's blog, Science Unsealed, is hosting a science poetry contest! We know the science crowd out there has […]
The Birds & Bees, and Hermaphrodites & Transvestites?!? The Fascinating World of Animal Breeding
PackBack Inc. 55 E. Jackson Blvd. 6th Floor, Chicago, IL, United StatesDating, Mating & Replicating – Learn about the extraordinary variety of mating behavior and reproduction possibilities in the animal kingdom. […]
The Birds & Bees & Hermaphrodites & Transvestites?!? The Fascinating World of Animal Breeding
Dating, Mating & Replicating - Learn about the extraordinary variety of mating behavior and reproduction possibilities in the animal kingdom. […]
$5 – $8
Chicago Volunteer Expo
Alone, the challenge can feel overwhelming, but together there’s so much we can do. As the city’s largest volunteer fair, […]
Free
From the Great Lakes to Our Taps — a Chicago Water Forum
Expert Panel Discussion on Chicago's Water What do you know about where your water comes from? Where it goes after […]
NU Science Cafe – How Manmade Chemicals are Altering Our Microbial World
How Manmade Chemicals are Altering Our Microbial World Presented by Erica Hartmann, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Microbes are […]
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Introduction to Citizen Science Workshop
A workshop to introduce Citizen Science, a fun science-based activity for all ages and a great tool to build a […]
Free
3rd Annual Chicago Women in STEM Symposium
Join us for the 3rd annual Chicago Women in STEM Symposium to build a diverse community and promote tomorrow's women […]
$20 – $30
Fabrics: the New Software with Dr. Yoel Fink, MIT
Our clothes help define us, yet the fabrics we wear haven’t evolved much over much of human history. Recent breakthroughs […]
$8
Pi Day!! Pie Specials around Chicagoland
Illinois Science Council announces its 2020 list of Chicago-area bakeries and restaurants celebrating Pi Day by providing pie specials. For […]
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POSTPONED to 6/28 (2pi) – Pi Day “Pi K” Fun Run/Walk 2020 (Better than a 5K!) – 2020-03-14
Fleet Feet Sports Chicago, IL, United StatesISC's fun - and tasty! - Pi Day Fun Run is back for the 8th year! Join us for a […]
Pi Day “Pi K” Fun Run/Walk 2020 (Better than a 5K!)
ISC's fun - and tasty! - Pi Day Fun Run is back for the 8th year! Join us for a […]
$31.41
POSTPONED until September 23 – Northwestern University Science Cafe -“Invasive Species in the Great Lakes”
Below the Surface: Invasive Species in the Great Lakes Scott F. Colborne, PhD Research Biologist & Instructor Daniel P. Haerther […]
POSTPONED — Science of Magic with Jeanette Andrews – 2020-04-07
POSTPONED - new date will be announced here and in ISC's e-news & Facebook page as soon as possible Illinois […]
$50 – $60
POSTPONED – Science of Magic with Jeanette Andrews
Cards Against Humanity Theater 1551 W. Homer Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesISC is hosting a truly unique evening that brings together two scientists who are experts on human visual perception (one […]
POSTPONED — Richard Cytowic on Synesthesia
POSTPONED - new date will be announced by CHF, here and in ISC's e-news as soon as possible Richard E. […]
$10 – $20
POSTPONED — Brian Greene: Until the End of Time
POSTPONED - new date will be announced by CHF, here and in ISC's e-news as soon as possible Brian […]
$15 – $30
Sarah Parcak on Space Archaeology
Sarah Parcak on Space Archaeology Not long ago the idea of using satellite imagery to locate archeological sites on Earth […]
POSTPONED — Sarah Parcak on Space Archaeology
POSTPONED - new date will be announced by CHF, here and in ISC's e-news as soon as possible Sarah Parcak […]
$10 – $20
Q&A with Maggie Ryan Sandford, on “Consider the Platypus: Evolution through Biology’s Most Baffling Beasts”
ISC is excited to host science journalist and comedy writer Maggie Ryan Sandford for a virtual author talk where we get to […]
Q&A with Maggie Ryan Sandford, author of “Consider the Platypus: Evolution through Biology’s Most Baffling Beasts”
ISC is excited to host science journalist and comedy writer Maggie Ryan Sandford for a virtual author talk where we get to […]
Virtual Trivia Night with ISC – 2020-09-03
Join ISC for a virtual Trivia night! Questions will be loosely based around life in quarantine - multiple choice. Learn […]
Virtual Trivia Night with ISC – 2020-09-03
Join ISC for a virtual Trivia night! Questions will be loosely based around life in quarantine - multiple choice. Learn […]
Science of the Internet — How does it actually work?? – 2020-09-22
ISC is hosting a fun & fascinating lunchtime talk on Sept. 22 on the Science of the Internet — How does […]
Science of the Internet — How does it actually work??
How does the internet actually work? It’s become an integral part of our work and personal lives, but do we […]
NU Science Cafe – “Below the Surface: Invasive Species in the Great Lakes”
Northwestern University Science Below the Surface: Invasive Species in the Great Lakes Scott F. Colborne, PhD Research Biologist & Instructor […]
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Q&A with Eve Turow-Paul, Author of “Hungry”
Join us LIVE on Zoom as we talk to Eve Turow-Paul about her latest book, Hungry: Avocado Toast, Instagram Influencers, […]
How You Can Help COVID-19 Research on the World Community Grid
Science research can mean analyzing insane amounts of data, which takes longer time than we have. How can it be […]
How You Can Help COVID-19 Research on the World Community Grid – 2020-10-21
Science research can mean analyzing insane amounts of data, which takes longer time than we have. How can it be […]
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A Storm of Stars: A Living History of the Milky Way
A Storm of Stars: A Living History of the Milky Way For most of human history, we have been aware […]
Science of Cooking with renowned Food Scientist Guy Crosby, PhD – 2020-11-24
Don’t miss this talk by one of America’s foremost food experts! Illinois Science Council scored you a treat for your […]
Science of Cooking with Guy Crosby, PhD and renowned Food Scientist
Don't miss this talk by one of America's foremost food experts! Illinois Science Council scored you a treat for your […]
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ISC Trivia Night – 2020-12-30
Join virtually with fun folks of Illinois Science Council to test your wits on science-themed trivia. Aside from masks, hand-washing, […]
ISC Trivia Night – 2020-12-31
Join virtually with fun folks of Illinois Science Council to test your wits on science-themed trivia. Aside from masks, […]
Free – $10
Magic & Psychology: How Do We Know? – 2021-01-28
Illinois Science Council is excited to host the incredible illusionist, Jeanette Andrews, for a performance and interactive talk on magic […]
Magic & Psychology: How Do We Know? – 2021-01-29
Illinois Science Council is excited to host the incredible illusionist, Jeanette Andrews, for a performance and interactive talk on magic […]
$10
Pi Day Celebrates MATH with PIE!
AMC River East 21 Movie Theater 322 E. Illinois St., Chicago, IL, United StatesIllinois Science Council announces its 2021 list of Chicago-area bakeries celebrating Pi Day by providing pie specials. For 13 years, ISC […]
Pi Day 2021 Celebration of Math with PIE!
Illinois Science Council announces its 2021 list of Chicago-area bakeries celebrating Pi Day by providing pie specials. For 13 years, ISC […]
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Pi Day “Pi K” Fun Run 2021 – Irrational, Non-repeating and with Trivia! – 2021-03-14
COVID-19 vaccines are being distributed, which is FANTASTIC! But, it's still too risky for us to get together for ISC's […]
Pi Day “Pi K” Fun Run 2021 – Irrational, Non-repeating and with Trivia! – 2021-03-14
COVID-19 vaccines are being distributed, which is FANTASTIC! But, it's still too risky for us to get together for ISC's […]
$31.41
23 and YOU! The Human Genome and Consumer Genetic Testing – 2021-03-31
Learn about amazing genetics advances since the Human Genome was mapped (20 years ago) and what consumer genetic testing means […]
23 and YOU! The Human Genome and Consumer Genetic Testing – 2021-03-31
Learn about amazing genetics advances since the Human Genome was mapped (20 years ago) and what consumer genetic testing means […]
Free – $10
Your Brain on Happiness – 2021-04-27
This will be a fascinating program on brain research on happiness (and other emotions), how to change your brain, and […]
Your Brain on Happiness – 2021-04-27
This will be a fascinating program on brain research on happiness (and other emotions), how to change your brain, and […]
Free – $10.00
ISC and City Nature Challenge: West Ridge Nature Park
Illinois Science Council is joining the 2021 City Nature Challenge! Come join us at our first IN PERSON event in […]
Free
ISC and City Nature Challenge at Northerly Island
Illinois Science Council is joining the 2021 City Nature Challenge! Come join us at our first IN PERSON event in […]
Free
DIY Chemistry of Beer — Virtually with ISC & Metropolitan Brewery
Here’s your chance to understand chemistry the way they would NEVER teach in high school! Illinois Science Council won’t let […]
DIY Chemistry of Beer — Virtual with ISC & Metropolitan Brewery
Here’s your chance to understand chemistry the way they would NEVER teach in high school! Illinois Science Council won’t let a […]
$15 – $30
ISC at Sundays On State! – 2021-09-12
Chicago Loop 24 N. State Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesIllinois Science Council will be featured at one of the biggest summer attractions of 2021 -- Sundays on State! Stop […]
ISC at Sundays On State! – 2021-09-12
Illinois Science Council will be featured at one of the biggest summer attractions of 2021 — Sundays on State! Stop by […]
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ISC Trivia Night – 2021-09-30
Aside from vaccines, masks, and safe distances, the key things to help us deal with this pandemic are: Engage with […]
ISC Trivia Night – 2021-09-30
Aside from vaccines, masks, and safe distances, the key things to help us deal with this pandemic are: Engage with […]
Free – $10
CIERA 12th Annual Public Lecture by Dr. Phil Plait: “Strange New Worlds: Is Earth Special?”
Northwestern University's Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astrophysics (CIERA) Presents: The CIERA 12th Annual Public Lecture -- Free and […]
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