Science Center of Iowa
Daily Program Guide
Saturday, November 21, 2009
| 09:00 AM |
FIRST Tech Challenge (All Day) |
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Founders Hall, Main Level
Don’t miss the FIRST Tech Challenge at SCI where teams go head-to-head for a game of basketball like you've never seen before! FTC is designed for those who want to compete head-to-head using a sports model. Teams of up to 10 students are responsible for designing, building, and programming their robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and is programmed using a variety of languages. Teams, including coaches, mentors, and volunteers, are required to develop strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles. Awards are given for the competition as for well as community outreach, design, and other real-world accomplishments. SCI welcomes spectators to catch the action! |
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| THE ALPS: Climb of Your life |
10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 01:00 PM, 03:00 PM |
Blank IMAX Dome Theater, Main Level
TRADITIONAL-LENGTH FILM
Filled with majestic views of Switzerland's natural beauty, this film follows the true life story of mountaineer and journalist John Harlin III, who sets out on an epic personal journey to climb the deadly North Face of the Eiger, the stormiest, steepest peak in all of Europe -- forty years after the same mountain claimed the life of his larger-than-life father, climbing legend John Harlin II. A stirring and inspirational journey full of adventure, courage, personal loss, family triumph, and breathtaking mountain visuals unfolds in THE ALPS.
Local Sponsor: Bridgestone/Firestone North America Tire
Premier Media Partner: WHO-TV Channel 13 |
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| The Polar Express |
04:00 PM, 06:00 PM |
Blank IMAX Dome Theater, Main Level
FEATURE-LENGTH FILM
Don't miss this five-year tradition at SCI! Bring the whole family to experience the larger-than-life version of this inspiring adventure based on the beloved children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Local Sponsor: Nationwide Insurance
Premier Media Partners: Lite 104.1, WHO-TV Channel 13 |
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| Under the Sea |
11:00 AM, 02:00 PM |
Blank IMAX Dome Theater, Main Level
TRADITIONAL-LENGTH FILM
This IMAX adventure will transport moviegoers to some of the most exotic and isolated undersea locations on earth, including Southern Australia, New Guinea and others in the Indo-Pacific region! Narrated by Jim Carrey, Under the Sea offers a uniquely inspirational and entertaining way to explore the beauty and natural wonder of the oceans, as well as the impact of global climate change.
Local Sponsor: Nationwide Insurance
Premier Media Partner: WHO-TV Channel 13 |
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