Teen Science Cafés

Cafés will be held in person at the Daily Planet Cafe AND streamed live on YouTube. (Register to receive the YouTube link.)

Teen Science Cafés bring teens together in an informal setting to learn about science and technology. Cafés happen from 6pm to 7pm the first Friday of each month during the school year.

Each café will include a scientist presentation, an interactive activity relating to the discussion, a Q&A session, and time to socialize with other teens who enjoy science.

This program is recommended for participants ages 11–17. This is a FREE event. Registration is required for online participation.


Want to get involved in planning and leading Teen Science Cafes? Check out more about Cafe Coordinators!!


Upcoming Cafes

  • September 6, 2024: Science Trivia: Questions feature a mix of science facts, current news, pop culture and scientific discoveries.
  • October 4, 2024: Microbiology with Dr. José M. Bruno-Bárcena
  • November 1, 2024: Astronomy with Alan Rich, a NASA Solar System Ambassador
  • December 6, 2024: Honeybee Health with Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn
  • January 3, 2025: TBD
  • February 7, 2025: Paleontology with Museum Researcher Dr. Christian Kammerer
  • March 7, 2025: TBD
  • April 11, 2025: TBD

Couldn’t make it to a past Café? Don’t worry! All of our past Teen Science Cafés were recorded and shared on our YouTube channel.


View past Cafés on YouTube!


Teen Science Cafés Online


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