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What comes next for Long Island Science Center, after being passed over for $1M Downtown Revitalization Initiative grant?

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“We were very, very surprised," said L.I. Science Center President Larry Oxman. “I don’t know the outcome. We really haven’t figured out where we go from here.”

‘Crime Lab’ – Free online STEM classes offered by L.I. Science Center

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Participants investigate a crime scene using techniques of fingerprinting, chromatography and various clues.

Restless kids at home? L.I. Science Center offers free online STEM class March 25

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Why do ships float? The science of density and buoyancy comes alive with demonstrations and hands-on activities using a water tank in the L.I. Science Center's online STEM class March 25.

Main Street to get a ‘heart transplant,’ supervisor says, unveiling plans for town square and new, expanded L.I. Science Center

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Plans for a riverfront town square in the heart of downtown adjoining a new and vastly expanded Long Island Science Center were rolled out today at the science centers temporary quarters in Summerwind Square.

Long Island Science Center buying former Swezey’s building on East Main Street

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The science center's new location will include more than 6,000-square-feet of exhibition space, a new dedicated MakerSpace, and four classrooms.

Long Island Science Center launches 3D printing and design program

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The Long Island Science Center is offering a 3D printing and design program for elementary and middle school children, thanks to a $20,000 grant from the Long Island Community Foundation.

Spend an evening with a panel of forensic experts Saturday at the Vail-Leavitt

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Ever wonder what it’s like to be a real-life crime scene investigator or medical examiner tasked with solving deadly, sometimes gruesome crimes?

Long Island Science Center to offer youth summer camps

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Long Island Science Center will be holding summer camps beginning July 22. The camps are available for children ages 5-11.

Long Island Science Center offers spring break programs

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The Long Island Science Center will offer extended hours April 22-26 during spring break. The center will be open every day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

L.I. Science Center announces grand opening in new downtown space

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The Long Island Science Center’s new Riverhead location will be open to the public beginning Saturday, Jan. 19. Here's what you can expect when you visit the new space.
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