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The Da Vinci Science Center announced today that B Braun was crowned the Ice Cream Wars 12 champion. Team B Braun’s Ninja Turtle recipe tallied the most votes from the Ice Cream Wars crowd, and also won the Judge’s Choice Award from the Science Center’s Foodie Fan Panel.
The winning recipe was made from high quality ingredients including pistachio ice cream, Heath Bar, caramel, and fudge.
Nine teams competed for the hearts, minds, and taste buds of visitors, creating fresh batches of ice cream that were instantly frozen using liquid nitrogen at negative 321 degrees Fahrenheit. Teams provided over 12,500 servings of ice cream. “Ice Cream Wars showcases a love of sweet treats and a fun way to learn about science and art,” said Tyler Groft, Senior Manager of Museum Experience for the Da Vinci Science Center. “Visitors can sample flavors from local organizations, which showcase their creativity, innovative spirit, and passion for giving back to our community.”
When mixed with room-temperature ingredients, liquid nitrogen evaporates quickly and produces a smooth, creamy ice cream treat that is safe to eat in minutes, offering a tasty chemistry lesson for kids. The team from PPL finished second in the final standings. The Foodie Fan Panel presented a number of additional awards, including:
Ice Cream Wars, now in its twelfth year, is the ultimate ice cream taste-testing competition in which Lehigh Valley area organizations develop their own homemade ice cream flavors and then team up with Da Vinci Science Center educators to freeze the ice cream before your very eyes with the use of liquid nitrogen.
The Udder Bar on W. Allen Street in Allentown plans to sell the winning flavor for a limited time in March and donate 10% of sales to the Da Vinci Science Center’s Science Inquiry Fund. The donation will provide need and interest based scholarships for science education programs to underserved children throughout the Lehigh Valley. Ice Cream Wars 12 is presented by ATAS International, Inc., with support from PPL.
Science education is more important than ever. This #GivingTuesday, we are committed to continue to provide virtual STEAM programs for Lehigh Valley students from all backgrounds and provide STEAM kits that students get to keep. A gift of just $20 will provide an hour-long virtual program for 1 student.
This year, Gross McGinley is giving us a gift of $500 in honor of Giving Tuesday. If you can help us match their donation, they will double their gift to $1,000! Please help show your support so we can achieve this “Gross McGinley Giving Back Tuesday” challenge grant! #GMGivingBackTuesday
Lin Erickson, our Executive Director & CEO, will be a featured panelist at the Meaningful Mentorships event from Lehigh Valley Launchbox on Dec. 2. This FREE virtual event will include female leaders sharing stories of the mentors that have impacted their lives, and breakout sessions where attendees will learn how they too can have meaningful relationships with a mentor or as a mentee. Register today at bit.ly/2JhgYKo.
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LaunchBox Ladies is an educational series focusing on unique challenges and victories of female entrepreneurs who impact the Lehigh Valley.Have some safe, family-friendly fun this holiday weekend with Under the Canopy! Meet live rainforest animals, including Lulu the Two-Toed Sloth! Advanced reservations required. Purchase tickets online at bit.ly/3qc1EA2.
The Toys for Tots boxes are here and ready for your donations! Help us give back this holiday season. Toys can be dropped off during our normal business hours.
Have you booked your private tour for Under the Canopy yet? Get up-close with Lulu! Only a few spots left, hurry and book today at davincisciencecenter.org.
We're OPEN! Lulu the sloth is SO excited to see everyone! Hurry and get your tickets for this weekend before they are sold out! Reservations required in advance. Purchase online at bit.ly/32mGiWl
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Meet live rainforest animals, including a sloth, during Under the Canopy, opening Nov. 6! General Admission and Private VIP Tours are available, where you can meet Lulu the sloth up-close! Advanced reservations are required for all experiences. Learn more and reserve your tickets at bit.ly/35S63P0.
Did you hear? We’re partnering with our friends at the Crayola Experience Easton to give your family colorful savings all month long! Save $5 on each ticket when you use our online promo* code: DSCSAVE
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Steps are being taken to land the first woman and the next man on the Moon, and NASA wants to know: what would you pack for a trip to the Moon? Share your #NASAMoonKit and you may see your kit featured on the NASA social media pages! Details at go.nasa.gov/2SM1b7U.
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We are getting ready for an important #Artemis milestone: The Green Run Hot Fire Test. This test will be the last step before the core stage is fully integra...This week, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer A. Doudna, marking the first time this honor has been given to two women! They are the 6th and 7th women in history to win a chemistry prize. We celebrate their accomplishments and recognize that this is one more step toward greater recognition for women in STEM fields. You can learn more about their work at nyti.ms/3lqiFTF.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to 2 Scientists for Work on Genome Editing
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Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer A. Doudna developed the Crispr tool, which can change the DNA of animals, plants and microorganisms with high precision.No school this Monday, Oct. 12? Join us for virtual or in-person Silly, Spooky day camp, and explore optical illusions. Plus, create your very own mini light-up jack-o-lantern! Learn more and register at bit.ly/3iADJ8q.
The Lehigh Valley Section of the American Chemical Society is sponsoring an illustrated poem contest for K-12 students. Winners will advance to the National Illustrated Poem Contest and will win special prizes! Deadline to enter is Oct. 25. More info at bit.ly/3jxbeJN.
Did you hear? We’re partnering with our friends at the Crayola Experience Easton to give your family colorful savings all month long! Save $5 on each ticket when you use our online promo* code: DSCSAVE
Purchase Tickets HERE: crayolaexperience.com/easton/buy-tickets
*Offer valid until Oct. 31. 2020. Offer valid for online purchase only. Offer only valid for full priced general admission tickets. Not valid for annual passes. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Valid only at Crayola Experience in Easton, Pa. Valid for up to 4 guests.
Virtual Science Clubs begin next week! Students will explore different sciences, tinker with modern technology, and build new skills that will help them navigate life in the 21st century, all from the comfort of their homes! Learn more and register at bit.ly/3mU0x6v.
In-Person Science Clubs start next week! FIRST® LEGO® League and STEAM Club are back, with extensive health & safety measures in place. Learn more and register at bit.ly/2RQYbqG.
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