Science After Dark
Programs designed for adult audiences: science pub nights, brewery and distillery tours, musical performances, late-night events, and more! Some events may be for 21+ audiences, so be sure to check each event for details.
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Biology on Tap
Thursday, April 2, 7:00 - 9:00 PM at Michigan Wildlife Conservancy 6380 Drumheller Rd Bath Township, MI 48808
Appropriate for: 18 years and above
Brews, buds, and biology! Biology on Tap features talks by MSU researchers at local bars/pubs each month. Learn about science and interact with researchers by asking questions or chatting with them afterward. We also have a short trivia contest during intermission, and attendees who participate are entered to win raffle prizes at the end of the night!
Our April event will feature talks by Dr. Mason McNair on how Dungeons & Dragons can be used as a tool for high school level botany education and Dr. Aathmaja Anandhi Rangarajan on how bacteria decide to live as lone cells or stick together as communities and what impacts that can have on human health, industry, and agriculture.
This event is likely most exciting for audiences 18+, however our venue is open to all ages. All are welcome.
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En-ROADS Climate Interactive
Tuesday, April 7, 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Hooked 3142 E Michigan Ave Lansing, MI 48912
Appropriate for: Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Dr. Thom Wilch, faculty director for the Center for Sustainabilty and the Environment at Albion College, will be joined by Dr. Carolyn Randall, leader of the Lansing Chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby, to demonstrate the En-ROADS climate interactive simulator. Developed by Climate Interactive, Ventana Systems, and MIT Sloan, En-ROADS is a transparent, freely available policy simulation model that gives everyone the chance to design their own scenarios to limit future global warming. This workshop helps groups explore the power of strategies such as energy efficiency, carbon pricing, fossil fuel taxes, and reducing deforestation to address climate change.
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Sound and Science Featuring Jordan Hamilton
Presented at the following times:
Wednesday, April 8, 6:30 - 8:30 PM at Alley Cat 266 E Michigan Ave Suite B Kalamazoo MI 49007
Thursday, April 30, 7:00 - 9:00 PM at The Robin Theatre 1105 S Washington Ave Lansing, MI 48910
Appropriate for: High school age, 18 years and above
Join us for an evening where science and music come together to spark curiosity and wonder! In this engaging event, scientists will give dynamic 5-minute talks on the discoveries and ideas that inspire them in ecology, evolution, and microbiology. Speakers will be joined by musician Jordan Hamilton, who will create a musical response, blending sound and science into a unique, immersive experience.
Learn more about Sound and Science Featuring Jordan Hamilton
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Solving the Climate Challenge
Tuesday, April 14, 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Hooked 3142 E Michigan Ave Lansing, MI 48912
Appropriate for: Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
What do we already know about climate change and how can we empower ourselves to advocate for action on climate change? Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with over 420 chapters in the United States and 150+ chapters internationally. We believe democracy is the solution to climate change. CCL provides the tools and training to empower others to take actions for maintaining a livable world. Learn how you can become involved locally in advocating for a healthy environment.
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Communication on Tap
Thursday, April 16, 5:00 - 7:30 PM at One North Kitchen & Bar 1310 Abbot Rd East Lansing, MI 48823
Appropriate for: 18 years and above
Join experts in communication fields for an intriguing night of discussion on topics across communication, health, and more.
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Pocket Forests: Tiny Forests with Big Benefits
Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Hooked 3142 E Michigan Ave Lansing, MI 48912
Appropriate for: Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Pocket forests are a worldwide trend used to quickly restore damaged ecosystems. Developed by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, pocket forests are created by densely planting native trees, shrubs, and vegetation over a relatively small area. Under the Miyawaki method, tiny forests grow quickly and provide immediate benefits in restoring ecosystems and building biodiversity. Pocket forests absorb carbon, reduce water runoff, purify the air, manage water, improve soil health, create oxygen, and regulate the climate. They establish quickly and save time and money, particularly on maintenance costs.
Learn more about Pocket Forests: Tiny Forests with Big Benefits
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Black Futures Matter: Afrofuturist Storytelling and the Science of Survival
Thursday, April 23, 7:00 - 9:00 PM at All of the Above Hip Hop Academy 303 S Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933
Appropriate for: 18 years and above
Join us for Black Futures Matter: Afrofuturist Storytelling and the Science of Survival, a lively evening of poetry, music, and conversation about creativity, culture, and the future. This interactive event blends science and art through live performance, sound, and storytelling. Audiences will explore how Black imagination and innovation inspire sustainability, resilience, and joy. Featuring poets, DJs, and community voices, the night invites everyone to imagine brighter futures together—one story, one sound, and one toast at a time.
Learn more about Black Futures Matter: Afrofuturist Storytelling and the Science of Survival