Updated Cafe Site is on it’s way

Updated Cafe Site is on it’s way

Hi everyone, the Science Cafe site has been idle for quite sometime as the museum formerly known as COSI Toledo was shut down and working to reopen. With the passage of issue #37 in Lucas county we are working to reopen the science center and along with that, bringing back up to speed the Cafe website.

Homemade Ice Cream

Homemade Ice Cream

It may be cold outside but that’s no reason you can’t have some fun making your own ice cream. This activity has the potential for creamy fun and sticky messes. You’ll be surprised at how simple it is to make and how good it actually tastes. This recipe is enough for one person to make [...]

How to make a shrunken head

How to make a shrunken head

Making a shrunken head for Halloween, or anytime for that matter, is fun and it only takes a apple and a few other items from around the home.

Make a non-toxic lava lamp at home

06 January 2009

This is one of our most popular do at home activities! With just a few items from your kitchen you can create a bubbling version of a lava lamp. To get started gather up some vegetable oil, water, food coloring, a plastic bottle and some effervescing (the bubbling kind) antacid tablets. Start by cleaning out the [...]

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How to make Slime

05 January 2009

Here is our recipe for slime. This polymer goo is similar to flubber and just as much fun. Try making both to see how changing the amounts of ingredients can make a huge change in the end produce. Just be sure you don’t dispose of it down your sink or you will plug your drain [...]

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The Amazing expanding bar of soap

05 January 2009

Who would have thought that soap could be so much fun? Not only does Ivory soap float in water, but if you heat it in a microwave it will expand into a mass of soap about three times larger than the bar. This experiment also generates some strong soapy smells - so be prepared! What you [...]

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Photography Family Workshop

28 December 2008

Saturday, February 17, 11:00am–12:30pm A professional photographer will be on hand to talk with you and your family about what they do, what equipment they use, how it works and what inspires their artwork. You’ll be able to take a peek inside of a pinhole camera, see first hand how nature helps to provide similar equipment [...]

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FAQ about Hermit Crabs

28 December 2008

Here are some frequently asked questions about Hermit Crabs.

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How to care for your Hermit Crab

28 December 2008

Here are some basic tips for keeping your hermit crabs healthy and happy. Keep in mind the two biggest factors are the temperature and humidity of your crabariums.

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