USA Science Festival: DC Event Info and Other US Science Events

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around upcoming science festivals and events in the United States, particularly focusing on the USA Science Festival in Washington, DC, and other related events. Participants share their experiences, express their intentions to attend future events, and inquire about additional science fairs and festivals.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses regret about missing the USA Science Festival and mentions plans to secure a booth for Physics Forums next year.
  • Another participant references the annual World Science Festival in New York City, co-organized by Brian Greene, and provides a link for more information.
  • There is a mention of a specific date, May 28th, for an event, with one participant expressing excitement about attending in Physics Forums gear.
  • Participants discuss the possibility of meeting notable scientists, such as Neil deGrasse Tyson, at these events.
  • One participant shares a link to a festival list, indicating their intention to attend multiple events and represent Physics Forums.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express enthusiasm for attending science festivals, but there is no consensus on specific events or details beyond those mentioned. Multiple views on which festivals are noteworthy are present, and some participants share personal anecdotes and plans without resolving any disagreements.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference events and dates without providing complete details or context, leading to potential ambiguity about the specific festivals discussed.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in science festivals, community engagement in science, and opportunities to meet prominent figures in the scientific community may find this discussion relevant.

Greg Bernhardt
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Going on this weekend in DC. Was anyone able to go? I can't believe I missed it! Next year I'm going to try to get PF a booth!

http://www.usasciencefestival.org/

Does anyone have the scoop on other science fairs/festivals/conferences coming up this year in the US?
 
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NY City has one every year, co-organized by Brian Greene.

Zz.
 
Neil deGrasse Tyson perhaps? :biggrin: :smile:
 
Astronuc said:
Neil deGrasse Tyson perhaps? :biggrin: :smile:

Absolutely! That would be the jackpot!
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
May 28th! I'm so going! With all my PF gear on! My goal will be to get a photo with a pop scientist.

No!

That starts 2 days before my last day at work, and I've accepted a $1 wager, that I will not show up for work my last day. :cry:

And I've never been to NYC... :cry:

hmmm...

I guess there's always next year.*

*My response when someone told me that Burning Man had sold out all 70,000 tickets in an hour.
 
OmCheeto said:
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And I've never been to NYC... :cry:
...

Nor have I ever been to Amsterdam...

hmmm...

WSF Festival Hoogtepunten
Sept 6 & 7, 2014

I can make that flight.

:smile:
 

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