Adult Science Series
Discover that you’re never too old to have fun with science at our Adult Science Series. We have something for everyone, from exciting science trivia and brewery tours to engaging talks and hands-on experiments designed for adults. These events will bring science to life with social fun, cocktails, and mingling. Prove it’s never too late to enjoy science—curiosity and adventure await at any age!
*Note: Some events may require 21+ to attend.*
Upcoming events:
As part of the COSI Science Festival, play some trivia or sing a song at any Excesss show from April 26th - May 2nd and you could win FREE tickets to the upcoming COSI exhibit, Unofficial Galaxies!
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025 - May 1, 2025
All Day
Companies like Forge Biologics, Sarepta Therapeutics, and Andelyn Biosciences might not be as well known in Central Ohio as a Honda or an Intel, but they too are putting our region on a highly coveted global map. They’re leaders in bioscience – the process of developing new drugs, therapies, and medical devices to treat disease and improve lives. Join us for this CMC lunch forum as our panel of leading experts dissects the risk and rewards of the bioscience business in Central Ohio.
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Join us at COSI's Science Week for an electrifying tour of Ohio State's Buckeye Solar Racing team! Explore our cutting-edge automotive facility, see how we power a car with the sun, and learn about solar racing technology. Kids will have the chance to get their creative wheels turning with a fun activity that lets them experience creating their own car. Discover what it takes to power a car with the sun and see firsthand how we’re racing towards a brighter, greener future!
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This event is sold out! Let's extend earth day by cleaning up the neighborhood, learn about our native plants, and eat foraged treats prepared by chef Lorenzo! We will be spending an hour or so cleaning up our neighborhood, and in the process we will teach you about the native plants we find along the way. After completing a little dirty working, and filling our brains with new plant knowledge we will get to eat some well earned locally foraged treats prepared by chef Lorenzo!
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Upper Arlington Library at Tremont Road will host a screening of the Oscar nominated documentary, Fire of Love (rated PG). This film tells the story of Katia and Maurice Krafft, who died doing the very thing that brought them together: unraveling the mysteries of volcanoes. Along the way, they changed our understanding of the natural world and saved many lives. Previously unseen film and photos reveal the birth of modern volcanology through an unlikely lens — the love of its two pioneers.
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for a lively discussion about the brain, and then learn a few simple mindfulness techniques. After the lesson, Lama Kathy and Dr. Julie will answer questions and show how mindfulness can help with everyday stresses.
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Embark on a unique journey where poetry meets science at The Columbus Poetry Cauldron’s special event! Nestled in the heart of creativity at Kafe Kerouac, we’re hosting an extraordinary Science-Themed Poetry Open Mic Night on Wednesday, April 30, from 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm. We invite the Columbus poetry community to explore the boundless universe of science through poetry.
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Date & Time
April 30, 2025
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
As part of the COSI Science Festival, play some trivia or sing a song at any Excesss show from April 26th - May 2nd and you could win FREE tickets to the upcoming COSI exhibit, Unofficial Galaxies!
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Date & Time
May 1, 2025 - May 2, 2025
All Day
Join us for a fun presentation! Parks Crew Leader, Zach Anderson from Parks & Recreation, will be leading the event and teaching us all about container planting and how to make potted plants grow.
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Date & Time
May 1, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
As part of the COSI Science Festival, join this outdoor tour to explore native plants and pollinators. Learn how to boost pollinator activity in your garden. Dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear.
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Date & Time
May 1, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Mindfulness field is always evolving, with new research and types of practices being studied. MindfulNEXT examines the latest research in the field. This year, our topic is Worry! Trouble concentrating? Forgetting whether you ate lunch? In this talk, brain researcher Dr. Julie Brefczynski-Lewis will discuss new findings about “worry” and research related to mindfulness’ effects on worry and anxiety, including the brain mechanisms involved and ways to release your brain from the worry cycle.
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Date & Time
May 1, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
There's a common (mis)conception that mathematics is primarily about numbers. However, mathematicians also explore geometric objects, like knotted curves in space. Jim Fowler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at The Ohio State University, where he also serves as Vice Chair for Undergraduate Studies.
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Date & Time
May 1, 2025
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
As part of the COSI Science Festival, play some trivia or sing a song at any Excesss show from April 26th - May 2nd and you could win FREE tickets to the upcoming COSI exhibit, Unofficial Galaxies!
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025 - May 3, 2025
All Day
This event will be a hands-on, introductory stained glass workshop that will demystify the centuries old craft (and science!) of stained glass. Over the course of 75-90 minutes the workshop will explain and demonstrate how stained glass is made—and a bit of the science behind the ancient craft.
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come learn about the science behind cocktails, and specific techniques employed at the James Beard nominated cocktail bar Law Bird. Taught by owners Annie Williams Pierce and Luke Pierce. You'll sip on cocktails, taste spirits, and learn about techniques you can use at home to make better cocktails using science!
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Come learn about the science behind cocktails, and specific techniques employed at the James Beard nominated cocktail bar Law Bird. Taught by owners Annie Williams Pierce and Luke Pierce. You'll sip on cocktails, taste spirits, and learn about techniques you can use at home to make better cocktails using science!
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm
This event is sold out! Passionate about STEM? Curious about the exciting world of biosciences and the career opportunities it offers? Graduating high school students and adults are invited to join Andelyn Biosciences' Career Lab for an engaging afternoon of learning and hands-on demonstrations.
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center for a bird walk through the Scioto Audubon Metro Park with our educators and learn how to use the Merlin Bird ID app to explore the world of birding! After the bird hike, sample a selection of Nocterra Brewing Co. beers and ciders while enjoying sliders and a Bird Trivia Game. The first forty people to register will also receive a BIRD BINGO card for a chance to win even more prizes!
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
School of Rock Columbus are bringing their over 18's bands to rock the stage at Park Street Tavern! All performers are current students at the school that have jumped into the deep end by learning an instrument in a band setting - Some performers will even be performing for the first time! Come along and give them your support, you'll be surprised how much beginners can rock!
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Learn how our feathered friends are master builders! Studio artist Marcia Armstrong, joins us to talk about her newest exploration of the intersection of art and science. What elements are needed to build a shelter? Are the materials needed accessible?
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
As part of COSI's Community STEAM Events for their annual Science Festival, join us for a *FREE* brewery tour of Land-Grant Brewing's production facility in Franklinton with live demonstrations along the way from Land-Grant's own Chris Helderman.
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
As part of COSI's Community STEAM Events for their annual Science Festival, join us for a *FREE* brewery tour of Land-Grant Brewing's production facility in Franklinton with live demonstrations along the way from Land-Grant's own Chris Helderman.
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Date & Time
May 2, 2025
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm