Ongoing Events

DinoTracks
Friday, 11/23/2007 - Sunday, 11/2/2008
- Free with museum admission.
Take a giant step back in time with this hands-on, family friendly exhibit. Step into the prehistoric footprints of the dinosaurs who once roamed New England and Eastern Canada and try out the methods scientists used to study them. Discover what might have walked in your backyard as you use a magnetic trackway to tell dinosaur stories, run as fast as a dinosaur--even run your hands over a real-life dinosaur footprint. Free with museum admission. EcoTarium, A Museum of Science & Nature, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA www.ecotarium.org.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Preschool Mornings
Wednesdays, 1/2/2008 - 12/31/2008 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
- Free with Museum Admission
Every Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., it's preschool time at the EcoTarium! Enjoy a storytime reading, activities, live animals and more--all just for little ones. Kids play and parents relax. Free coffee and snacks courtesy of Starbucks Coffee Company. Free with museum admission. Appropriate for children ages 3 and under and their parents/guardians.

For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Cosmic Collisions - Spectacular New Planetarium Show
Saturday, 2/16/2008 - Friday, 2/13/2009
- $5 plus museum admission; $4 members
A spectacular new space show, Cosmic Collisions, blasts into the EcoTarium on Saturday, February 16, 2008. Narrated by award-winning actor, director, and producer Robert Redford, the film will be showing in Massachusetts' only digital planetarium, the new Alden Digital Planetarium. Featuring stunning images from space and breathtaking visualizations based on cutting-edge scientific data--many seen for the first time--the dazzling new Cosmic Collisions reveals the explosive encounters that shaped our solar system.
Audiences will feel the ground shake beneath them!
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

May 2008

EcoTarium Members' Overnight at the Museum
Saturday, 5/31/2008 6:00 PM-8:00 AM
- $45/person
Saturday, May 31, 6:00 p.m.-Sunday, June 1, 8:00 a.m. Spend a special night at the museum in an extraordinary astronomy adventure for families. Blast into space with a digital planetarium show, build and launch a Mars lander, meet some EcoTarium animals up close, explore the museum and much more! Tickets $45/person. Children must be age 6 or older and accompanied by an adult. Pizza dinner and continental breakfast included. Register by May 23 at 508.929.2703.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

June 2008

The Zula Patrol: Mission Weather Exhibit
Saturday, 6/7/2008 - Sunday, 11/30/2008
- Free with museum admission.
Enter the wonderful world of Zula! Based on the popular PBS animated children's series, The Zula Patrol, this engaging exhibit explores the strange and wild world of weather. Climb into climate tents featuring temperature extremes from very cold to steaming hot, touch a real cloud and replicate the sounds made by wind and rain using classic movie sound machines. Special opening event Saturday, June 7, 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. with free Zula giveaways and fun activities. Come meet the character Professor Multo!
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather Digital Planetarium Show
Saturday, 6/7/2008 - Friday, 4/17/2009
- $5 plus museum admission; $4 members.
The Zula Patrol invades Worcester for the New England premiere of their new space show at the Alden Digital Planetarium. Take a rollercoaster ride across the universe with the lovable, wacky cast of alien characters from the award-winning PBS series, The Zula Patrol, while learning about astronomy and weather. Ride along with the Zula Patrol as they try to save the solar system's weather from interplanetary villain Dark Truder. Encounter the strange and wild weather of planets--including ours. The Zula Patrol award-winning public television series for kids and the related exhibit and dome show were created by Zula USA, LLC.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Jazz at Sunset - Nathan and the Zydeco Cha Chas
Friday, 6/13/2008 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
- $18 non-members, $15 EcoTarium and WICN members
If it's Friday, it's Jazz at Sunset! The EcoTarium and WICN Public Radio present a six-show series of sizzling sounds in an extraordinary outdoor concert setting. Nathan and the Zydeco Cha Chas kick off the season. Experience traditional Southern Louisiana Creole roots music without leaving town! Fast and furious accordion-driven music with R & B influences and a definite Caribbean lilt are sure to keep those feet moving!
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Jazz at Sunset - Houston Person
Friday, 6/20/2008 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
- $18 non-members, $15 EcoTarium and WICN members
If it's Friday, it's Jazz at Sunset, a six-show series of outdoor concerts presented by the EcoTarium and WICN Public Radio. The second concert features award-winning Houston Person. As eclectic as he is talented, global performer Person has recorded everything from disco and gospel to pop and R&B, in addition to his trademark, soulful hard bop. Person is a master of popular songs played in a relaxed, highly accessible style. Come enjoy a relaxing, swinging evening.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Jazz at Sunset - Kendrick Oliver and the New Life Jazz Orchestra
Friday, 6/27/2008 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
- $18 non-members, $15 EcoTarium and WICN members
If it's Friday, it's Jazz at Sunset! The EcoTarium and WICN Public Radio present a six-show series of sizzling sounds in an extraordinary outdoor concert setting. The third concert of the series features Kendrick Oliver and the New Life Jazz Orchestra. The Boston-based group of 19 young players and vocalists combines Basie-style swing and foot-stomping, head-bobbing arrangements with high-powered rhythms, an unrestrained brass section, elegant vocals and an assortment of spectacular soloists to produce its infectious sound.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

July 2008

Loring Summer Discovery Camp
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 7/7/2008 - 8/15/2008 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Visit www.ecotarium.org for prices.
Camp registration opens March 18! Fill your summer with science and nature investigations! Explorations and adventures are on the agenda at the EcoTarium's popular summer camp for children ages 7-14, one of the longest-running summer day camps in the United States. Choose from three fun and educational themes: Cosmic Camp, Prehistoric Planet, and Amazing Animals. Registration and information at www.ecotarium.org.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2703.

Jazz at Sunset - Janiva Magness
Friday, 7/11/2008 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
- $18 non-members, $15 EcoTarium and WICN members
If it's Friday, it's Jazz at Sunset! Janiva Magness is one of today's most talented and recognized blues and roots vocalists. Singer Magazine writes, "Her voice is sultry, smoky and strong with jazz, blues, and soul textures enveloping it." With outstanding vocals, style and poise, Magness is best known for her sauciness and the bold, brazen beauty of her recordings and performances. The EcoTarium and WICN Public Radio present a six-show series of sizzling sounds in an extraordinary outdoor concert setting.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Sky Watch -- Mighty Jupiter Amid the Summer Milky Way
Friday, 7/11/2008 9:00 PM-10:30 PM
- $10 non-member, $8 member, $6 children
Experience Jupiter up close through telescopes (weather permitting). Members of the award-winning Aldrich Astronomical Society, Inc. will be your guides on an exciting journey through the Milky Way. Program starts in the Alden Digital Planetarium promptly at 9:00 p.m. and takes place rain or shine; in case of cloudy skies, the entire presentation will take place in the planetarium. Light refreshments served.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Jazz at Sunset - Worcester Jazz Orchestra
Friday, 7/18/2008 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
- $18 non-members, $15 EcoTarium and WICN members
If it's Friday, it's Jazz at Sunset! Hot jazz. Cool tunes. Sizzling performances. The Worcester Jazz Orchestra is celebrating over 12 years of critically-acclaimed Big Band music. This 18-piece orchestra highlights music from all your favorites, including Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Buddy Rich, and many more! The EcoTarium and WICN Public Radio present the show, one of a six-show series of sizzling sounds in an extraordinary outdoor concert setting.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.

Jazz at Sunset - Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers
Friday, 7/25/2008 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
- $18 non-members, $15 EcoTarium and WICN members
If it's Friday, it's Jazz at Sunset! Lavay Smith closes out the outdoor concert series presented by the EcoTarium and WICN Public Radio. Sultry chanteuse Lavay Smith evokes a sensuous era of glamorous Jazz divas with her big, bluesy voice, exciting stage personality, and glamorous approach. Whether singing her own compositions or drawing on a large repertoire of classics, Lavay and her all-star 8-piece band, consisting of four horns, piano, bass and drums, bake up an instant recipe for good times.
For more information, e-mail info@ecotarium.org or call 508-929-2700.