tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70424941528524870872024-02-18T23:45:40.177-05:00Port Discover's NewsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.comBlogger177125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-88247795085698468412015-06-08T09:09:00.001-04:002015-06-08T09:09:26.920-04:00June 2015: Family Fishing Day<div class="MsoTitle" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City,
NC — Come out for a morning on the river with NC Wildlife Resources, Dream
Hunting & Fishing, and Port Discover.</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Bring a chair and sunblock for <b>“Family Fishing Day<i>” </i>Port Discover’s Second Saturday Science program, on Saturday, June 13<sup>th</sup>,
from 9:00-12:00pm at Mid-Atlantic Christian University Park at the end of
Poindexter Street. </b>Registration
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Saturday Science is free.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:address></st1:street> in <st1:placename w:st="on">Elizabeth</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">City</st1:placename>, <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">North Carolina</st1:place></st1:state>. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and Saturday
from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Programs can be
arranged at other times for special groups. To register for this program
please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>.
Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A hands-on
science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth City-Pasquotank
Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-77204544208634253662015-06-01T12:01:00.001-04:002015-06-01T12:01:07.901-04:00June 2015: First Friday<div class="MsoTitle" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC — In conjunction with First Friday ArtWalk, Port Discover offers, <b><i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In”</i> to its members, <span class="yshortcuts">on Friday, June 5<sup>th</sup>,
from 5:30 pm</span> to 7:30 pm</b>. Parents let your children come to
Port Discover to do a fun science activity while you enjoy an evening on the
town. This event is available to Port Discover <b>members only</b>; however, memberships can be purchased at the
door. Admission is $10 for first child
and $5 for each additional child (per family), includes pizza and a drink, for
children ages 5 to 12-years-old. <b>Space
is very limited for this event so reservations are encouraged. <span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
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Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and enjoyment
of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-64433674653766517402015-05-28T09:12:00.000-04:002015-05-28T09:12:00.354-04:00June 2015: Science of Beer<div class="MsoTitle" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC — Join us at Montero’s for our annual
fundraiser. Six beer tastings are planned, with complementary seasonal tapas
selected by Chef Andy Montero. Come join in this fun-filled evening where
celebrity waiters will be competing for tips and fabulous door-prizes will be
raffled, all benefitting Port Discover. This event will sell-out so get your
tickets early. <b>$40 per ticket.</b>
Tickets may be purchased by phone, at Port Discover or at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-41146179327787650732015-05-21T10:24:00.004-04:002015-05-21T10:24:41.867-04:00May 2015: Embryology at Afterschool Science<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
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City, NC – Take a close up look at chicken eggs as they begin to develop into
baby chicks. Mason Lawrence with the NC Cooperative Extension will teach the
basics of embryology. <b>“Embryology” is Port
Discover’s Afterschool Science on Thursday, May 28<sup>th</sup>, at 4:00 pm.</b> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Afterschool
Science</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> is Port
Discover’s free, interactive science program featuring a different and timely
topic each month. Registration is recommended. Afterschool groups can reserve
space by contacting the center. <b><i>Afterschool
Science is made possible thanks to the City of Elizabeth City.</i></b></span><b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at 611 East Main Street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and
Saturday from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Programs can be arranged at other times for special groups. To
register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: windowtext;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: windowtext;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">ASTC</span></a> and
the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-85843010434843226862015-05-14T08:54:00.001-04:002015-05-14T08:54:05.537-04:00May 2015: Toddler Time<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; mso-outline-level: 1; text-align: center;">
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NC –Celebrate National Strawberry Month. Discover how taste buds detect sweet
from sour and plant a strawberry bed in our Kids Grow Garden. <b>“Strawberries Galore<i>” </i>Port Discover’s latest Toddler Time program, on Thursday, May 21<sup>st</sup>,
at 10:00 am!<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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Time is a special science program just for preschoolers, ages 3 – 5. Cost for the program is $5 per child and
reservations are recommended. Parents or guardians must accompany the
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Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-59450760565600897312015-05-11T13:09:00.001-04:002015-05-11T13:09:39.180-04:00May 2015: Water Quality at Science Cafe<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">“Water
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Brian Lannon, a Camden Soil & Water Conservation Technician, as he
discusses the importance of water, water related environmental issues, and
water conservation tips.<b> Port Discover’s
Science Café</b> will be held at <b>Island
Breeze Grill, 220 N. Poindexter St. on</b> <b>Thursday,
May 14<sup>th</sup>, at 7:00 pm</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you
like great conversation, intriguing topics, and a comfortable atmosphere to
enjoy it all in, <b>Port Discover’s Science
Café</b> is the perfect event for you to attend! Our Science Café is a monthly event where
participants are given the opportunity to learn about and discuss science
topics presented by local experts!<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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public is invited to come and join in what is sure to be a lively
discussion. Tables are on a first come,
first served basis. We encourage you to come early and order dinner or
drinks. To find out more about this
program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Learn more about Port Discover and our other
programs at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-44897648561224885512015-04-30T09:04:00.000-04:002015-04-30T09:04:21.711-04:00May 2015: Genetics at Second Saturday Science<div class="MsoTitle" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City,
NC – Since it’s Mother’s Day weekend, come learn about DNA with Elizabeth
Mullins, an ECSU biology graduate student. Come find out what traits you get
from mom (dad too) while learning about genetics. <b><i>“Who’s Your Momma?” </i>Port
Discover’s Second Saturday Science program, on Saturday, May 9<sup>th</sup>, at
11:00 am. </b></span><span class="A4"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Second
Saturday Science is free.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:address></st1:street> in <st1:placename w:st="on">Elizabeth</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">City</st1:placename>, <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">North Carolina</st1:place></st1:state>. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and Saturday
from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Programs can be
arranged at other times for special groups. To register for this program
please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>.
Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A hands-on
science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-28005194460416049782015-04-23T09:09:00.000-04:002015-04-23T09:09:16.750-04:00May 2015: First Friday Kids Art-In<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: -.25in; margin-right: -.5in; margin-top: 0in; text-align: center;">
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Carolina’s Center for Hands-On Science<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Contact: Robin Kelly-Goss, 252-338-6117, <a href="mailto:robin@portdiscover.org">robin@portdiscover.org</a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Chrissy
Benton, 252-338-6117, <a href="mailto:chrissy@portdiscover.org">chrissy@portdiscover.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Friday Kids Art-In,”</i> on Friday May 1<sup>st</sup>, </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC — In conjunction with First Friday ArtWalk, Port Discover offers, <b><i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In”</i> to its members, <span class="yshortcuts">on Friday, May 1<sup>st</sup>,
from 5:30 pm</span> to 7:30 pm</b>. Parents let your children come to
Port Discover to do a fun science activity while you enjoy an evening on the
town. This event is available to Port Discover <b>members only</b>; however, memberships can be purchased at the
door. Admission is $10 for first child
and $5 for each additional child (per family), includes pizza and a drink, for
children ages 5 to 12-years-old. <b>Space
is very limited for this event so reservations are encouraged. <span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-82830653348000308472015-04-09T12:31:00.001-04:002015-04-09T12:31:57.729-04:00April 2015: Toddler Time at Port Discover<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; mso-outline-level: 1; text-align: center;">
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Discover’s Toddler Time, </span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">Thursday, April 16<sup>th</sup>, <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City,
NC – Join the fun as we make ‘elephant ears’ to wear while listening to a
story; then use your sense of smell to explore scent molecules that are too
small to see. <b>“Horton Hears a What?<i>” </i>Port Discover’s latest Toddler Time
program, on Thursday, April 16<sup>th</sup>, at 10:00 am!<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Toddler
Time is a special science program just for preschoolers, ages 3 – 5. Cost for the program is $5 per child and
reservations are recommended. Parents or guardians must accompany the
child.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-48863512285935045522015-04-02T11:00:00.002-04:002015-04-02T11:00:43.645-04:00April 2015: Earth Day Festival<div class="MsoTitle" style="line-height: 115%;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Port Discover’s <i>Earth
Day Festival and 5K Run for the River</i>!</u></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City, NC — <b>Port
Discover’s 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Earth Day Festival is</b></span></div>
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<b> set for Saturday, April 11<sup>th</sup>
from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at Elizabeth City’s Waterfront Park.</b> 5K and Kid’s Angus Dash Fun Run begin at 8:15
a.m. Register at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>
for the 5K and fun run. Race participants receive free t-shirt. The free
festival will include Earth friendly activities like environmentally friendly
living, recycling, water conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and
all natural products. This year will also include music from Beach 104FM and great
food as well. Hands-on activities will be available and free to visitors. Celebrate Earth Day with us while learning
about the environment in a creative, fun, family-friendly atmosphere. <o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at 611 East Main Street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
The science center’s hours are Tuesday
through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To find out more about the festival please call
252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-83895283718504236332015-03-26T11:28:00.001-04:002015-03-26T11:29:11.256-04:00April 2015: First Friday at Port Discover<div class="MsoTitle" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
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City, NC — In conjunction with First Friday ArtWalk, Port Discover offers, <b><i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In”</i> to its members, <span class="yshortcuts">on Friday, April
3<sup>rd</sup>, from 5:30 pm</span> to 7:30 pm</b>. Parents let your
children come to Port Discover to do a fun science activity while you enjoy an
evening on the town. This event is available to Port Discover <b>members only</b>; however, memberships can
be purchased at the door. Admission is
$10 for first child and $5 for each additional child (per family), includes
pizza and a drink, for children ages 5 to 12-years-old. <b>Space is very limited for this event
so reservations are encouraged. <span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-90462023873968616802015-03-19T09:42:00.005-04:002015-03-19T09:42:37.262-04:00March 2015: Nano Afterschool Science<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Port Discover’s Afterschool Science on March 26<sup>th</sup>,
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">“Nano-Clothing”<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC – Did you know that nanotechnology can help clothing keep your body</span></div>
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temperature cool on hot days? Come explore the wonderful ways nanotechnology is
used in modern day clothing. <b>“Nano-Clothing”
is Port Discover’s Afterschool Science on Thursday, March 26<sup>nd</sup>, at 4:00
pm.</b> <o:p></o:p><br />
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Afterschool
Science</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> is Port
Discover’s free, interactive science program featuring a different and timely
topic each month. Registration is recommended. Afterschool groups can reserve
space by contacting the center. <b><i>Afterschool
Science is made possible thanks to the City of Elizabeth City.</i></b></span><b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/">ASTC</a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-53938218366149172792015-03-11T10:57:00.000-04:002015-03-11T10:58:15.723-04:00March 2015: Toddler Time at Port Discover<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; mso-outline-level: 1; text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 18.0pt;">“Smell ‘ya Later”</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Port
Discover’s Toddler Time, </span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">Thursday, March 19<sup>th</sup>, <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City,
NC – Toddlers use their sense of smell to explore the world of technology using
balloons and nano-sized molecules. <b>“Smell
‘ya Later<i>” </i>Port Discover’s latest
Toddler Time program, on Thursday, March 19<sup>th</sup>, at 10:00 am!<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Toddler
Time is a special science program just for preschoolers, ages 3 – 5. Cost for the program is $5 per child and
reservations are recommended. Parents or guardians must accompany the
child.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>. Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</a>. Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/">www.portdiscover.org</a>. Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250">Facebook</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/">NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-31883131883123267662015-03-05T09:57:00.002-05:002015-03-05T09:57:54.586-05:00March 2015: 3D Printing at Science Cafe<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Port
Discover’s Science Café Presents</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">3D
Printing</span></u></i></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Come
meet some of the local middle school girls who recently participated<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>in our “3D Planets” class as they, along with
other local experts, talk about the cool technology of 3D Printing. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Port Discover’s Science Café</b> will be held
at our spring location<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">, Island Breeze
Grill, 220 N. Poindexter St. on</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Thursday,
March 12<sup>th</sup>, at 7:00 pm</b>.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">If you
like great conversation, intriguing topics, and a comfortable atmosphere to
enjoy it all in, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Port Discover’s Science
Café</b> is the perfect event for you to attend!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our Science Café is a monthly event where
participants are given the opportunity to learn about and discuss science
topics presented by local experts!</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
public is invited to come and join in what is sure to be a lively
discussion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Tables are on a first come,
first served basis. We encourage you to come early and order dinner or
drinks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To find out more about this
program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Learn more about Port Discover and our other
programs at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-79717983955195122422015-02-26T13:21:00.001-05:002015-02-26T13:21:11.781-05:00March 2015: First Friday at Port Discover<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Port Discover’s <i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In,”</i> on Friday March 6<sup>th</sup>,</span> </span></strong></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC — In conjunction with First Friday ArtWalk, Port Discover offers, <b><i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In”</i> to its members, <span class="yshortcuts">on Friday, March
6<sup>th</sup>, from 5:30 pm</span> to 7:30 pm</b>. Parents let your
children come to Port Discover to do a fun science activity while you enjoy an
evening on the town. This event is available to Port Discover <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">members only</b>; however, memberships can
be purchased at the door.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Admission is
$10 for first child and $5 for each additional child (per family), includes
pizza and a drink, for children ages 5 to 12-years-old. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Space is very limited for this event
so reservations are encouraged. <span style="color: red;">Call about our Members
March Madness special for this event!</span></b></span><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has attracted
broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary, College of
the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City Area
Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools.
Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a>
and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC Grassroots Science Museum
Collaborative</span></a>.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-11455752246818726022015-02-19T12:30:00.002-05:002015-02-19T12:30:59.305-05:00February 2015: Snowflakes at Afterschool Science<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Port Discover’s Afterschool Science on February 26<sup>th</sup>,
</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">“Snowflakes: Nano
at its Coolest”</span></i></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC – Learn about the complex structure of snowflakes and their nanoscale
arrangement of water molecules in an ice crystal. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">“Snowflakes: Nano at its Coolest” is Port Discover’s Afterschool
Science on Thursday, February 26<sup>nd</sup>, at 4:00 pm.</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Afterschool
Science</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> is Port
Discover’s free, interactive science program featuring a different and timely
topic each month. Registration is recommended. Afterschool groups can reserve
space by contacting the center.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b><i>Afterschool
Science is made possible thanks to the City of Elizabeth City.</i></b></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at 611 East Main Street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and
Saturday from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Programs can be arranged at other times for special groups. To
register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: windowtext;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: windowtext;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">ASTC</span></a> and
the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-23502984390330867312015-02-12T13:12:00.000-05:002015-02-12T13:12:04.913-05:00February 2015: Toddler Time at Port Discover<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 18.0pt;">“Teeth”</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Port
Discover’s Toddler Time, </span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">Thursday, February 19<sup>th</sup>, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City,
NC —You only get a certain number, so learn how to take care of your teeth and
keep them healthy throughout your life. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">“Teeth<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">” </i>Port Discover’s latest Toddler Time
program, on Thursday, February 19<sup>th</sup>, at 10:00 am!</b></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Toddler
Time is a special science program just for preschoolers, ages 3 – 5.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cost for the program is $5 per child and
reservations are recommended. Parents or guardians must accompany the
child.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-40709905141940036132015-02-05T09:44:00.002-05:002015-02-05T09:44:36.287-05:00February 2015: Second Saturday Science<div style="text-align: center;">
<strong><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">"Pump it Up” </span></span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">at Second Saturday Science</span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">on Saturda</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">y, February 14</span><sup><span style="font-size: small;">th</span></sup></span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-weight: normal; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">, </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth City,
NC — Take an adventure through the circulatory system by closely examining a
real pig heart. Kids will learn the importance of daily exercise, nutrition,
and health care. Everyone will certainly be ‘pumped up’ about heart health
after this exciting program. <b><i>“Pump it Up” </i>Port Discover’s Second
Saturday Science program, on Saturday, February 14<sup>th</sup>, at 11:00 am. </b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Second
Saturday Science is free.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:address></st1:street> in <st1:placename w:st="on">Elizabeth</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">City</st1:placename>, <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">North Carolina</st1:place></st1:state>. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and Saturday
from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be
arranged at other times for special groups. To register for this program
please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A hands-on
science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-9787805168501954192015-02-05T09:43:00.001-05:002015-02-05T09:43:18.508-05:00February 2015: Science Cafe on Stream Biodiviersity<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Port
Discover’s Science Café Presents</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Stream
Biodiversity</span></u></i></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Join
Katy Potoka, a Fisheries Biologist with N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission
Inland Fisheries Division, as she discusses the biodiversity in our local
streams. Learn more about fish, freshwater mussels, and imperiled species along
with threats to stream biodiversity. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Port
Discover’s Science Café</b> will be held at our <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">NEW</b> winter location<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">, Island
Breeze Grill, 220 N. Poindexter St. on</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Thursday,
February 12<sup>th</sup>, at 7:00 pm</b></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">If you
like great conversation, intriguing topics, and a comfortable atmosphere to
enjoy it all in, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Port Discover’s Science
Café</b> is the perfect event for you to attend!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our Science Café is a monthly event where
participants are given the opportunity to learn about and discuss science
topics presented by local experts!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
public is invited to come and join in what is sure to be a lively
discussion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Tables are on a first come,
first served basis. We encourage you to come early and order dinner or
drinks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To find out more about this
program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Learn more about Port Discover and our other
programs at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-19419985651076371312015-02-02T11:01:00.003-05:002015-02-02T11:01:36.144-05:00February 2015: First Friday Kids Art-In<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">Port Discover’s </span><i><span style="font-size: large;">“1st
Friday Kids Art-In,”</span></i><span style="font-size: large;"> on Friday February 6</span><sup><span style="font-size: small;">th</span></sup><span style="font-size: large;">, </span></strong></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC — In conjunction with First Friday ArtWalk, Port Discover offers, <b><i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In”</i> to its members, <span class="yshortcuts">on Friday, February
6<sup>th</sup>, from 5:30 pm</span> to 7:30 pm</b>. Parents let your
children come to Port Discover to do a fun science activity while you enjoy an
evening on the town. This event is available to Port Discover <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">members only</b>; however, memberships can
be purchased at the door.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Admission is
$10 for first child and $5 for each additional child (per family), includes
pizza and a drink, for children ages 5 to 12-years-old. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Space is very limited for this event
so reservations are encouraged.</b></span><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-90642874149659902672015-01-23T11:10:00.002-05:002015-01-23T11:10:30.387-05:00January 2015: Tech Cafe for Tweens & Teens<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Port Discover’s Tech Café </span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>on January 30<sup>th </sup>&
31<sup>st</sup>, </span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC – The goal of our new Tech Café is to make today’s specialized
technology accessible to our local tweens and teens. Themes are chosen to be
explored in a relaxed and social environment. Topics to include: game theory,
stop motion animation, electronics, and more. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Fee $5 for members, $8 for non-members. Refreshments will be available
for purchase.</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Hours: 7:00p.m.-10:00p.m.
above Port Discover, Friday (middle school students), Saturday (high school
& young adult under 21)</b>.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-18181988698296558222015-01-23T11:09:00.001-05:002015-01-23T11:09:22.273-05:00January 2015: New Nanotechnology exhibit to open<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Port Discover to open Nanotechnology Traveling Exhibit</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>on January 28<sup>th</sup>,
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC – If you like to be on the cutting edge with the latest science, come
see our new nanotechnology exhibit. Making new things on this incredibly small
scale is one of the most exciting and fast moving areas of science today. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Exhibit sponsored by Hockmeyer Equipment Corporation.<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:placename></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or email
<a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-18318114116714872632015-01-08T10:05:00.000-05:002015-01-08T10:05:00.423-05:00January 2015: Toddler Time<div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 18.0pt;">“Snuggly Habitats”</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Port
Discover’s Toddler Time, </span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">Thursday, January 15<sup>th</sup>, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Bold","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC —Kids will learn about furry animals and their adjustment to winter
temperatures at <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">“Snuggly Habitats<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">” </i>Port Discover’s latest Toddler Time
program, on Thursday, January 15<sup>th</sup>, at 10:00 am!<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Toddler
Time is a special science program just for preschoolers, ages 3 – 5.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cost for the program is $5 per child and
reservations are recommended. Parents or guardians must accompany the
child.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at 611 East Main Street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and
Saturday from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Programs can be arranged at other times for special groups. To
register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: windowtext;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: windowtext;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: windowtext;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has attracted
broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary, College of
the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City Area
Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools.
Port Discover is also a member of the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-17366899890269966572014-12-31T14:26:00.000-05:002014-12-31T14:26:24.321-05:00January 2015: Science Cafe <div style="text-align: center;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Port
Discover’s Science Café Presents</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Nanotechnology</span></u></i></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Bob
Brungard of Hockmeyer Equipment Corp, will explain the big science behind
nanotechnology, what it is, and how it’s applied in Elizabeth City.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Port
Discover’s Science Café</b> will be held at our <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">NEW</b> winter location<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">, Island
Breeze Grill, 220 N. Poindexter St. on</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Thursday,
January 8<sup>th</sup>, at 7:00 pm</b>.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">If you
like great conversation, intriguing topics, and a comfortable atmosphere to
enjoy it all in, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Port Discover’s Science
Café</b> is the perfect event for you to attend!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our Science Café is a monthly event where
participants are given the opportunity to learn about and discuss science
topics presented by local experts!</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
public is invited to come and join in what is sure to be a lively
discussion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Tables are on a first come,
first served basis. We encourage you to come early and order dinner or
drinks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To find out more about this
program please call 252-338-6117 or email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Learn more about Port Discover and our other
programs at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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(source: <a href="http://www.nanotechproject.org/">www.nanotechproject.org</a>)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06767385936407396979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042494152852487087.post-38638420818410844232014-12-29T12:20:00.000-05:002014-12-29T12:20:16.291-05:00January 2015: First Friday <div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">Port Discover’s </span><i><span style="font-size: large;">“1st
Friday Kids Art-In,”</span></i><span style="font-size: large;"> on Friday, January 2</span><sup><span style="font-size: small;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-size: large;">, </span></strong></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Elizabeth
City, NC — In conjunction with First Friday ArtWalk, Port Discover offers, <b><i>“1st
Friday Kids Art-In”</i> to its members, <span class="yshortcuts">on Friday, January
2<sup>nd</sup>, from 5:30 pm</span> to 7:30 pm</b>. Parents let your
children come to Port Discover to do a fun science activity while you enjoy an
evening on the town. This event is available to Port Discover <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">members only</b>; however, memberships can
be purchased at the door.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Admission is
$10 for first child and $5 for each additional child (per family), includes
pizza and a drink, for children ages 5 to 12-years-old. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Space is very limited for this event
so reservations are encouraged.<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Port
Discover is located at <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">611 East
Main Street</st1:address></st1:street> in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The science center’s hours are</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Tuesday through Friday from <st1:personname hour="13" minute="0" w:st="on">1:00 pm – 5:00 pm</st1:personname>, and
Saturday from <st1:personname hour="10" minute="0" w:st="on">10:00 am – 4:00 pm</st1:personname>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Programs can be arranged at other times for
special groups. To register for this program please call 252-338-6117 or
email <a href="mailto:portdiscover@portdiscover.org"><span style="color: blue;">portdiscover@portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find out more about Port Discover at <a href="http://www.portdiscover.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.portdiscover.org</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Port-Discover/106372736250"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A
hands-on science museum for the kid in all of us, Port Discover is a community-based,
non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and
enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth City State University along with
the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has
attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary,
College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle,
Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth
City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of <a href="http://www.astc.org/"><span style="color: blue;">ASTC</span></a> and the <a href="http://www.ncscience.org/"><span style="color: blue;">NC
Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative</span></a>.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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