Crazy Science – Hibernation
Crazy Science – Hibernation This week’s Crazy Science dives into how animals survive winter by slowing down, conserving energy, and using special adaptations to stay warm. Discover how hibernation works […]
Upcoming Events December 2025
Hi everyone! The DVEC has a fun and educational lineup of events this December 2025! Dive into hands-on science, creative seasonal projects, and winter-inspired adventures into nature’s tiniest inhabitants. Stay […]
Sunday Funday – Bloomin’ Fun
Sunday Funday – Bloomin’ Fun Celebrate fall’s final blooms with a floral twist! Join us for Bloomin’ Fun, where you’ll create colorful paper-plate flowers inspired by our chrysanthemums lesson […]
Crazy Science – Chrysanthemums
Crazy Science – Chrysanthemums This week’s Crazy Science explores how chrysanthemums are used as powerful, plant-based insect control against pests. Learn how these flowers produce natural insecticides and discover why […]
Sunday Funday – Magnetizing Fall
Sunday Funday – Magnetizing Fall Get creative and craft your own autumn magnets! 🍁 Paint festive wooden magnets to decorate your space with fall flair. 📅 November 16th, […]
Crazy Science – Leaf Litter Critters
Crazy Science – Leaf Litter Critters This week’s Crazy Science uncovers the hidden world beneath the leaves! 🍂 Use Berlese Funnels and light sources to discover how scientists find […]
Crazy Science – Apple Orchard Allies
Crazy Science – Apple Orchard Allies This week’s Crazy Science explores how beneficial insects protect our crops! 🐞Discover how ladybugs, lacewings, and parasitic wasps act as natural pest control in […]
Pumpkin Hunt!
🎃 Special Event – Halloween Pumpkin Hunt at the DVEC! 👻 Join us for a spooktacular Halloween adventure at the Disease Vector Education Center! Hidden around the center are pumpkins […]
Sunday Funday – Watercolors in Autumn
Sunday Funday – Watercolors in Autumn Fall into creativity this Sunday Funday! 🍂 Blend warm watercolors and paint vibrant autumn-inspired scenes using silhouette cutouts. Whether you’re an artist or just […]
Crazy Science – Zombie Bugs & Parasitoids
Crazy Science – Zombie Bugs & Parasitoids This week’s Crazy Science explores how fungi and parasitoids can turn insects into real-life zombies! 🕷️ Discover the eerie world of Cordyceps fungi […]