The OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) invites families to Imaginology, a re-imagined Youth Expo for children and families to explore the fun of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) April 11-13, 2014.
Imaginology creates the perfect environment for curious children of all ages to discover the unlimited career possibilities within the educational fields of science, engineering and more. Local youth can discover the possibilities of the future as a result of learning though workshops, scavenger hunts and a build-a-scarecrow contest.
Family-friendly activities and competitions for Imaginology weekend include:
- Makeshops and Workshops: Children pre-Kindergarten through high school can participate in free, hands-on learning demonstrations in ceramics-making, portrait painting and other crafts. Local professionals and Imaginology staff lead the demonstrations and all necessary equipment and supplies are provided. Participants can take home any crafts or artwork they create.
- S.T.E.A.M. Competitions and Projects: Students will showcase their talents in digital media, fashion, photography, film-making, creative writing and woodworking. All competitions are free to enter and open to Orange County students only. Entry registration ended March 21.
- Free Family & Group Contests: Family members and friends can team up to compete in two fun contests to design the best sawhorse or scarecrow. On Saturday, April 12, teams will compete in the Scarecrow Contest and on Sunday, April 13, teams can sign-up for the Sawhorse Contest for a chance to win $100 in both contests. Check-in is from 10 a.m.-Noon and installation/contest time is Noon-2 p.m. on each contests’ respective day in the Action Gallery. It’s free to enter and basic materials (sawhorse, scarecrow and some decorations) are provided but teams are encouraged to bring their own decorations to make their entry unique. Visit www.ocfair.com/steam to pre-register a team.
- Centennial Farm: Little ones and parents can check out animals and gardens plus enjoy free hay rides, oxen team demonstrations, hands-on arts and crafts, a bug farm and scavenger hunts.
- Gourmet Food Trucks and Local Fundraising Food Booths: Enjoy gourmet food truck fare or local youth groups selling snacks, drinks and a variety of cuisine.
- 4-H Competitions: Local youth are judged on their abilities to raise small livestock, their understanding of animal and veterinary sciences and their display projects on community service, aerospace, entomology, electricity and more.
- Home Builders Council (HBC) 25th Annual Design/Build Competition: Watch as future architects and builders compete to see who are the best young home builders in Southern California.
- Vital Link STEM and the Arts Career Showcase: Vital Link encourages students to consider professional careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) with exciting competitive displays, workshops and competitions.
- Orange County Science & Engineering Fair: The annual competition will host hands-on workshops and exhibits encouraging students to explore the physical and life sciences and encourage participation in the annual county-wide event.
- And more: A petting zoo, pony rides, Bubble Rollers, inflatable rides, comedy magician Eric Buss, Mathemagician Arthur Benjamin and family-friendly performance groups.
IMAGINOLOGY
“Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead”
“Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead”
The OC Fair & Event Center
(located off the 405 and 55 freeways)
88 Fair Drive in
Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 708-1500
FREE ADMISSIONS!
HOURS
Friday 9 am til 3 pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am til 5 pm
PARKING
Free on Friday*
$7 Saturday and Sunday
*Teachers and students are encouraged to join as a group for Field Trip Day on Friday.
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