SMART Squad: Fascinating Physics workshop

Next date: Thursday, 17 July 2025 | 01:00 PM to 03:30 PM

Get ready for hands-on science these school holidays! If your child is fascinated by physics this half-day workshop, run by the University of Newcastle's SMART Program, is just for them!

Throughout the afternoon, students will explore:

The physical forces that rule our world

Using balance to make a quirky bird to take home

How much mass can a paper cup withstand

Using forces to launch a mini "rocket"

There will be plenty of time for open-ended exploration so your child can work at their own pace, with support from the SMART Program’s expert educators.

Ages: 8-12 years (limited to students enrolled in primary school years 3, 4, 5 & 6)

When: Thursday 17th July, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Cost: $45 per student (incl. GST)

Host: The University of Newcastle's SMART Program and Lake Mac Libraries

Payment: Online via Humanitix only.

Contact: Please contact the SMART Program with any questions on 0448 846 261 or [email protected]

Enrolments:

Limited to 20 students, based on order of registration via Humanitix. A waitlist will be created when all tickets are sold.
Restricted to primary school or registered homeschool students currently enrolled in Years 3, 4, 5, or 6.
Families enrolling 2 or more students are invited to use the discount code FAMILY#5 at checkout to receive a $5 discount

Want more? check out our Curious Chemistry workshop running in the morning on the same day - details here

Double-dip! If you enrol your child/ren in both workshops (Curious Chemistry in the morning, and Fascinating Physics in the afternoon), we will provide supervision during the lunch break from 12:00-1:00pm. More details will be provided following registration.

SMART Squad is made possible due to funding from the Australian Government's Maker Projects: Community STEM Engagement Grants, providing opportunities for young people in the Lake Macquarie region to engage with STEM.

When

Thursday, 17 July 2025 | 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Location

Charlestown Library, walyamayi has accessible parking available in the public car park adjacent to the building, providing direct access via a ramp to the library. There is also accessible parking in the basement car park with an internal staircase to the library. The library can also be accessed from this car park via an external inclined path or staircase.

Charlestown Library, walyamayi, Corner Smith and Ridley streets, Charlestown 2290 View in Google Maps

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