Science on Tap
Hosted by: the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium
At O’Shea’s Irish Pub
Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
WHAT: “Science on Tap” is a free event, and patrons can enjoy O’Shea’s happy hour specials, which include $1 off well drinks, $3 draft beers, $4 bottle beers and $3 Irish Car Bomb drinks (starting at 7 p.m.). “Science on Tap” is being co-sponsored by the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority. Poison Perils is a toxic topic you won’t want to miss! Speaker Wendy Stephan will present the 12 most deadly poisons in Florida, many of which might shock you!
HOW MUCH: FREE!
WHERE: O’Shea’s Irish Pub
WHEN: Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
WHO: Wendy Stephan MPH CHES, Health Education Coordinator at Miami’s Poison Control Center
Since 2006, Wendy Stephan has been the health education coordinator at the poison control center that serves South Florida. Her job is to keep track of (and warn the public about) new or surprising poisons that endanger our lives, our children, or even our pets. Wendy has a master’s degree in public health and is currently working on a doctorate in epidemiology at the University of Miami.
WHY: Modeled after “Science Cafés,” a trend sweeping pubs throughout the country, the Science Center’s “Science on Tap” is the first registered Science Café between Vero Beach and Fort Lauderdale. According to Kate Arrizza, SFSCA COO, it is the only place in Palm Beach County where for the price of a cup of coffee, a quality craft beer, or a smooth glass of wine, anyone can come to discuss the latest trends in science and technology with a world-class scientist. With a motto to “drink up – get smart,” you know you are in for a casual-education session, as the goal of the program is for guests to have fun while learning a little bit more about everyday curiosities.
With a new mission to “open every mind to science,” the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium features more than 50 hands-on educational exhibits, an 8,000 gallon fresh and salt water aquarium- featuring both local and exotic marine life, a digital planetarium, conservation research station, Florida exhibit hall and an interactive Everglades exhibit.
FOR MORE INFO: Please contact the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium at (561) 832 -1988 or visit www.sfsciencecenter.org