Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts

??? Santa’s coming to Whitaker Center! Join us for Breakfast with Santa, a magical morning filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and quality time with Santa himself! ?? Perfect for families, this festive event includes fun activities and photo ops to make the season extra special. When: Saturday, December 7 Choose from two different time slots! ??? Early Elves: Start the festivities bright and early with 8:30 AM seating. ??? Jingle Bell Brunchers: Enjoy a later start with our 10:30 AM seating. Sign Up Today!?? https://lnkd.in/eisw29B9 #BreakfastWithSanta #HolidayActivities #FamilyActivities #BreakfastBuffet

Give the gift of year-round fun with a Whitaker Center membership!?? With options for every level, from Individual to Family Memberships, you'll enjoy exclusive perks like free or discounted admission, early event access, and special member-only events all year long. It’s the perfect gift for families, friends, or even yourself! Make memories and enjoy the best of Whitaker Center all year. ???? Check out our newest membership, the Sunoco Performance Theater Membership Subscription, to enjoy exclusive access to our theater! https://lnkd.in/gAjMddZw Explore membership options and join the Whitaker family today! https://lnkd.in/gKpZGMCW #FamilyMembership #TheaterMembership #BecomeAMember #HolidayGifts

Don’t miss out on the most magical night of the season—Light Up the Night at Whitaker Center! Kick off the holiday season with friends and family as you enjoy festive activities and special surprises around every corner. Light Up the Night Includes: - Free Entrance to Science Center (including our Animation Academy traveling exhibit)? - Science Experiments in our Sunoco Performance Theater ???? - Kids Craft sponsored by Better Homes and Gardens ?? - Free Holiday Movie Viewings ?? - Appearance by Santa ?? - Festive Trees & Tables Decorated by Community Organizations ?? - Cookies ?? Space is limited, so don’t miss out—sign up now and make this a night to remember! https://lnkd.in/e7zNUP-d #LightUpTheNight #HolidaySeason #FamilyFun #FestiveActivities #CommunityEvent

Check out our educational offerings for next week!? Programs: Tiny Tots Leaves on Tuesday, November 19 Little Learners Luscious Leaves on Wednesday, November 20 Code Bytes Learn about Algo Bot on Saturday, November 23 STEAM Sampler Sunday, November 24 in STEM Lab B For more info, see our website! https://lnkd.in/ey53tzgq #EarlyEducation #KidsCoding #STEMEducation #LearningThroughPlay #EducationalPrograms

??Ready for a holiday adventure? Join us at Whitaker Center for our two PJ Parties featuring How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Polar Express 3D! Cozy up in your PJs, grab some hot cocoa, and enjoy these holiday classics like never before on the big screen! Perfect for families, friends, and all holiday movie lovers. The Grinch PJ Party ???? https://lnkd.in/e3B7TWpw Polar Express 3D PJ Party ????? https://lnkd.in/eK9dcXYT #FamilyMovieNight #HolidayFun #ChristmasMovies #3DMovie

Check out the United Way of the Capital Region & their donor networks spending the day at Whitaker Center with 3rd graders from Foose Elementary School in Harrisburg School District! ?? Huge thanks to their volunteers and PNC! Looking forward to the rest of the week!?

Whitaker Center is hiring part-time team members to help us create a vibrant community experience! Whether you're a people person, love the arts, or want to work in a fun, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!?? Box Office Associate ?????? https://lnkd.in/eAEa-dpV Science Center Interactor ???? https://lnkd.in/ePF8MJeQ Apply on our website TODAY!?? https://lnkd.in/e32id5qH #JobOpportunity #HiringNow #PartTimeJobs

Calling all young artists! Join us in spreading holiday cheer at Whitaker Center! Enter our Winter Wonderland Holiday Card Contest and showcase your creative designs. ????? Whether you're a budding artist or a seasoned creator, we want to see YOUR unique holiday designs. Your card could be the one that lights up our winter season!???? Any kid up to age 15 are invited to submit their most festive holiday card designs, and winners will have their artwork featured on Whitaker Center’s holiday cards! Plus, you will win a FREE membership to Whitaker Center! How to Participate: Submit your original artwork by, Sunday, December 1, for a chance to be featured. Submit your entry online, or find our holiday card station in STEM Lab B! For full contest details, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/ecKrepmT

Check some of our new & exciting things happening in the UPMC Science Center! New stations in STEM Lab B!???? - Explore the latest seasonal STEM stations in STEM Lab B! They offer a fun and engaging way to dive into STEM topics. Perfect for curious minds of all ages! STEAM Sampler!???? - Join us in the STEM Design Studios for a hands-on, guided STEAM lesson! Learn about chemistry, plan an experiment, and engineer solutions! Lab activities vary by week. Information about each week’s activities is available at the Box Office on Sundays. Lab sessions will be available during our open hours on Sundays. Lab sessions will take about 30-45 minutes. All ages are welcome to participate! We ask that children 8 and under be accompanied by an adult throughout the program. We are open 10 AM - 5 PM Friday through Monday! https://lnkd.in/efYEtyCH

Did somebody say Whitaker Center run club?????♀??? The Whitaker Center team took on the Hot Cider Hustle 5K/10K yesterday on City Island!?? Proud to be part of a group that supports each other, from the starting line to the finish line! Onto the next race! ?? #HOTCIDERHUSTLE #BetterTogether #WeDidIt