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SUMMARY:Ramps\, Races\, and Direction Chases: A Physics Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of thrilling experiments and hands-on discovery as we dive into the forces that make our world move! Ramps\, Races\, and Direction Chases invites kids ages 5–14 to explore physics through creative challenges that spark curiosity\, problem-solving\, and teamwork. \n📅 Event Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\nSaturday\, July 19\, 2025\n\n\nTime\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n\n\nLocation\nHamilton Park Cultural Center\n513 W 72nd St.\, Chicago\, IL\n\n\nAges\n5 – 14 years\n\n\nCost\nFree (all materials provided)\n\n\nRSVP\nCall/Text (847) 989-4872 by July 10\n\n\n\n\n\n🔍 Program Line-Up\n\n\n\n\n\nActivity\nWhat Kids Will Explore\n\n\n\n\nEgg Drop Experiment\nDesign a protective shell and test Newton’s Laws\, impact force\, and energy transfer.\n\n\nBuild a Compass\nDiscover magnetism\, buoyancy\, friction\, and navigation by crafting a working compass.\n\n\nMarble Roller Coaster\nConvert potential to kinetic energy\, calculate velocity\, and see conservation of energy in action.\n\n\nMini Catapult\nInvestigate elastic potential energy\, projectile motion\, and parabolic flight paths.\n\n\nBalloon-Powered Racecars\nUse the engineering design process to maximize speed\, distance\, and stability—then race!\n\n\n\n\n\n✨ Why Attend?\n\nHands-on physics stations for every skill level\nReal-time problem solving and teamwork\nTake-home project ideas and career connections in engineering & science\nA fun\, safe environment that turns big concepts into memorable experiences\n\nReady to roll? Register today and let’s make physics fly!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/ramps-races-and-direction-chases-a-physics-palooza/
LOCATION:Hamilton Park Cultural Center\, 513 W 72nd St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physics
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