Motion Mania @ Gateway Science Museum
2026-03-12 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-13 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-14 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-21 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-26 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-27 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 10 more dates | Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
Have you ever wondered why some people love roller coasters so much? Is it the speed? Is it the inherent danger? Is it the fascination with the physics? Motion Mania unlocks these answers through the build, design, and test process.

Pi Day Celebration
2026-03-14 10:00 - 17:00 | ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Celebrate Pi Day at ScienceWorks with a full day of hands-on fun. Drop in and explore rotating, Pi-themed activities happening throughout the museum all day long — from playful math challenges to creative problem-solving and tasty surprises. Whether you’re a numbers enthusiast or just love to learn by doing, there’s always something new to discover.

Saturday Activities at Gateway Science Museum
2026-03-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-21 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
Join us in March for these circle activities. Drop-in from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Activities are free with admission!
March 7 – Make a Sundial: Tell the time no matter where you are!
March 14 – Pi Day Craft
March 21 – Paint with Pi: Create are using circles and gears!
March 28 – Orbit Relay: Why do planets orbit the sun at different speeds?

Science Saturday: Women in STEM
2026-03-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States
CalPortland presents Science Saturday

Explore the women behind the science and uncover the achievements of the intrepid women who have paved the way for the next generation of engineers, biologists, mathematicians, doctors, astronauts, physicists, and more! Science Saturday is an educational program designed to inspire guests of all ages to explore the natural world and all its wonders through experiments, demonstrations, and other activities.

Free for members | Included with admission

Voices of Nature
2026-03-28 10:30 - 13:00 | Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Discover the wild side of learning at the Chico Creek Nature Center’s Voices of Nature: Saturday Series — a monthly adventure where curiosity comes alive! Each session spotlights a fascinating theme — from turtles and birds to frogs (Feb), snakes (March), endangered species (April) and field research (May) — brought to life by passionate guest speakers and our Animal Care Naturalists.
Visit our Event Website link below to register today for your session with the specific critter you’re interested in!
*We hold 2 sessions each day, and they last 1 hour each. 10:30–11:30 AM and 12–1 PM

Saturday Activities at Gateway Science Museum (April)
2026-04-04 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-11 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
It’s Earth Month! Join us in April Saturday Activities. Drop-in from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Activities are free with admission!
Join us for activities centered around sustainability each week
April 4: Pinwheels
April 11: Bird House
April 18: Compost Quest
*Please note there is no activity on April 25 due to our Coaster Mania competition!

Bonus Afterschool Hours at Gateway Science Museum
2026-04-08 15:00 - 19:00 | Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
Want more Gateway? Visit on these bonus dates:
Wednesday March 11, April 8, and May 13 during the exclusive hours of 3:00pm-7:00pm.
In addition to our normal Thursday – Saturday open days, we are excited to announce special Wednesdays to offer more visiting hours and special activities including nature photography, coaster demos, fossil preparation, and other surprises.

CARD Summer Camps
2026-04-14 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Summer fun is just around the corner… and CARD Summer Camps are almost here!
Registration opens April 14 at 8 AM, and with 70+ camps planned for kids of all ages, it’s shaping up to be a summer packed with creativity, adventure, and new friendships.
From outdoor exploration to hands-on creativity, there’s something for every kind of camper.
This year’s lineup includes favorites like:

Camp Chi-Da-Ca Acorns & Oaks
Camp Chico Creek
Cooking Camps
Fashion & Design Camps
Fun & Fitness Camps
Gaming Camps
Music, Theater & Cinema Camps
STEM Camps
Sewing Camps
Sports Camps
Summertime Delight
Toddler Summer Camps

…and more!
Camps run Jun 8–Aug 12, and you can start exploring them now in our Summer Play Guide.

Earth Day
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join us outdoors on the ScienceWorks grounds for a day full of hands-on activities, local vendors, and engaging experiences that highlight the science of sustainability. Celebrate Earth Day while enjoying all that nature has to offer, rain or shine! Earth Day is a call to protect our planet for future generations — come learn, explore, and take action for a more sustainable future.
