March for Science MeetUp at The Scout
On July 7-8, science advocates from around the world will come together in Chicago to engage in conversations, skill building, […]
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Upcoming Events
S|GNS Summit (Science | Government, Institutions & Society) – a March for Science Conference
SIGNS Summit, July 6-8, 2018 Field Museum & Hilton Hotel, Chicago The inaugural S|GNS Summit invites established and emerging leaders from […]
Adults-Only Sleepover at the Field Museum
Why should kids get all the fun? On Saturday July 7th, the Field Museum will host its first ever adults-only sleepover […]
$80
Comedy for Science! by Science Riot
Scientists doing comedy? You must be joking. Established in 2016, Science Riot is an event series adapted from a wildly […]
$15
2nd Wednesday Lecture with Garfield Park Conservatory: Natural Lawn Care with Midwest Grows Green
Midwest Pesticide Action Center’s Ryan Anderson covers the far-reaching environmental and health effects of the US lawn & gardening sector […]
Argonne OutLoud: Navigating Changing Risk From Extreme Events
Unusual heat waves and droughts in unlikely regions. Heavy downpours that overwhelm infrastructure and bring massive flooding. Mega snow storms […]
“The Death and Life of the Great Lakes” conversation with author Dan Egan
Award-winning author Dan Egan discusses The Death and Life of the Great Lakes. He will be joined in conversation by Monica […]
FREE
“The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs” conversation with author Steve Brusatte
Steve Brusatte discusses "The Rise and Fall of The Dinosaurs: A New History of a Lost World." He will be […]
Free
Art of Science: Dark Matter Demystified
In this science outreach series, scientists present different scientific topics to the general public in a laid back atmosphere in […]
Soapbox Science
On Saturday July 21st, the very first Soapbox Science event in the United States will happen in Chicago, Illinois on […]
Pharmaceutical Development: What’s in a Drug?
Ever wonder what goes into new drug development? This Saturday, Karla and Bob Talanian will take us along the ride […]
Free
Closed Loop Forum and Fest @ Plant Chicago
Plant Chicagoʼs Closed Loop Forum & Fest 2018 is focused on cultivating local circular economies. The Forum 9 am – 1 […]
$15
Hungry Hungry Galaxies with Astronomy on Tap
Join Astronomy on Tap - Chicago at Metropolitan Brewing for an evening of space, trivia and beer! We're welcoming in […]
Free
Seven Minutes of Scholarship – 2018-08-01
Do you like hearing about the latest research happening in the local science labs? Come to "Seven Minutes of Scholarship," […]
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Cosmos A Personal Voyage on 16mm
Comfort Film Presents Cosmos A Personal Voyage Episode One "The Shores of the Cosmic Ocean" (1980) Carl Sagan opens the […]
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Seven Minutes of Scholarship – 2018-08-02
Do you like hearing about the latest research happening in the local science labs? Come to "Seven Minutes of Scholarship," […]
Free
Biotech Book Club: “A Crack In Creation” by J. Doudna on CRISPR & Gene Editing
We're excited to have selected our third book club choice. After exciting books by Ed Yong and Siddhartha Mukherjee, we're […]
Free
Science Riot — Real experts. Real Funny.
Established in 2016, Science Riot is a live show in which local STEM professionals are thrown on stage to perform […]
$15
Tree ID Walk & Talk – 2018-08-11
Beermiscuous 2812 N. Lincoln Av, Chicago, IL, United StatesAre you ever curious about the trees you see every day in the City? Join us for a stroll through […]
Tree ID Walk-n-Talk
Are you ever curious about the trees you see every day in the City? Join us for a stroll through […]
$15
A Scientist Walks into a Bar: Sharks!
Two words: shark clones. Strange, but true, some sharks reproduce asexually in the wild, meaning they create clones of themselves as […]
$5
Sleep and Clocks: Windows to Health
Most of us know what it feels like after a long night with little or no sleep, but do we […]
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ISC’s Science Social Hour at Nick’s Beer Garden – 2018-08-16
Illinois Science Council invites you to our Science Social Hour! Interested in our non-profit, or even better, thinking about maybe […]
Free
Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Indiana Dunes
Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Indiana Dunes Northwest Indiana Green Drinks THURSDAY, August 16th, at 6:30 pm Shoreline Brewery […]
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Science Friday: A Celebration of Great Science Writing with Terry Tempest Williams and David Quammen
Public Radio's Science Friday comes to the American Writers Museum for a celebration of Great Science Writing with authors Terry Tempest Williams […]
$25
Time Influential : a solo exhibit by Michelle Graves
Interdisciplinary Art by Michelle Graves Open to the public: Friday August 17th 6-10pm Saturday August 18th 6-10pm Open the week […]
Free
Behind-the-scenes at “The Plant” and Workshop with Plant Chicago
The Plant 1400 West 46th Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesWhat do you know about circular economies*? If your answer is “little” or “nothing,” then here’s your great opportunity! Chicago is home to […]
Behind-the-scenes at “The Plant” and Workshop with Plant Chicago
What do you know about circular economies*? If your answer is "little" or "nothing," then here's your great opportunity! Chicago is home to […]
$20
Edible Insect Movie Night with Atlas Obscura and ISC
Enjoy a smorgasbord of edible insect snacks and drinks while watching the documentary BUGS, to learn about the gastronomical trend of […]
$30
Art of Science: Reptiles in the Air
In this science outreach series, scientists present different scientific topics to the general public in a laid back atmosphere in […]
Free
Veteran’s Energy Seminar
The Veteran’s Energy Seminar educates veterans, reservists, and military spouses on global energy security challenges to inspire continued service to […]
$25 – $100
“The Strange Case of Dr. Couney” conversation with author Dawn Raffel
About the book: What kind of doctor puts his patients on display? As Dawn Raffel artfully recounts, Dr. Couney figured […]
Free
Do You Sea Food? A Midwestern Teacher at Sea with Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub
“Do You Sea Food? A Midwestern Teacher at Sea" Dr. Angela Hung Biological Sciences Prairie State College Ravisloe Country Club […]
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Diorama at The Whistler: Biology of Beer
In celebration of our 125th anniversary, we’re bringing specimens—including a piece of our original 1893 World’s Fair collection—to you. Join […]
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Gendered Innovations Under the Microscope – 3rd Annual Women in Science and Healthcare Symposium
Complimentary admission. RSVP required here. KEYNOTE LECTURE How Sex and Gender Analysis Improves Research, Technology, and Patient Care Londa Schiebinger, PhD […]
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Rx for Health: Walking in Nature
Working together for your good health! We've teamed up with the Lake County Health Department and NorthShore University HealthSystem for Rx for Health, your […]
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