Programs and Events
Science on Tap: A Toast to Fixing the Sky
October 11, 2010
James Fleming, Professor of Science, Technology and Society, Colby College,
will talk about
“A Toast to Fixing the Sky”
Fleming examines solutions to aerial problems, including global warming, from a historical perspective. This tragicomic history is filled with scientists, soldiers, and salesmen, and weaves together stories from elite science, cutting edge technology, and popular culture. We will toast some “Rube Goldberg” inventions and discuss technological fixes in general.
This month’s Science on Tap is presented by the Chemical Heritage Foundation
SCIENCE ON TAP
Eat. Drink. Science.
Who: Everyone you know or don’t yet know
What: Real Scientists. Real Conversations. Real Bar.
Where: National Mechanics, 22 South Third St.
When: The second Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m.
Science on Tap is a monthly science café in Philadelphia for anyone who is interested in getting together with other people to discuss a range of engaging science topics. Held at the landmark National Mechanics Bar and Restaurant (22 South Third Street), a relaxed, convivial bar in Old City, Science on Tap features a brief, informal presentation by a leading scientist or other expert, followed by lively conversation. The goal is to promote enthusiasm for science in a fun, spirited, and accessible way, while also meeting new people.
Science on Tap is the hip hops creation of five of Philly’s most venerable science institutions— the APS Museum, The Academy of Natural Sciences, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, the Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, and the Wagner Free Institute of Science. Science On Tap will convene on the second Monday of every month and the museums will rotate responsibility for choosing the evening’s star speaker.
Open to the public age 21+ or accompanied by chaperone 25 years or older
Science for what ales you
The science café movement began in Leeds, England in 1998 when a local pub decided to foment a new kind of barroom brawl—a scientific debate. The idea took off as a unique way to advance public understanding of science. Now, there are locations from Maine to California where, for the price of a beer or a glass of wine or a cup of coffee, anyone can discuss scientific ideas with leading experts in their fields and learn about developments that are changing our lives.
