MindFest Challenge 9: Art Machines vs. STEMotions

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MindFest Challenge 9: Art Machines vs. STEMotions

Create spooky pendulum paintings in Halloween colors, then test your courage in experiments that reveal the science of fear. Which will win—creativity or curiosity?

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Saturday, October 4, 2025
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1:00 pm
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All Ages
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Art Machines - Painting Pendulums: Experiment with physics, motion, and creativity as you swing paint pendulums in Halloween colors to create one-of-a-kind art!

When: Oct. 4 from 1 to 4 pm in Maker Lab

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STEMotions - The Science of Fear: Test your senses with fun, hands-on experiments that safely explore how and why our bodies react to fear.

When: Oct. 4 from 1 to 4 pm in Invention Convention
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Event Date
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Event Date
Sat
Oct
4
-  
Sat
Oct
4
2025
Event Time
1:00 pm
-
4:00 pm
1:00 pm
–
4:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
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