Barcelona

As part of Science Week (8 to 17 November) a whole host of free educational activities are being organised in Catalonia: open days, virtual activities, exhibitions, scientific workshops and more. The common thread running through this year’s edition is ethics in science and technology.

A number of spaces and facilities in Montjuïc Park are taking part. However, in the La Marina neighbourhood the range of science dissemination activities for all ages is even wider, thanks to the promotion and coordination efforts of La Marina Viva, and will continue throughout the month of November. All the activities are free of charge, but you need to register in advance, using the channel indicated or via the link provided in each one.

LA MARINA

Family creations: doing science as a family
Monday 4 November, from 5.30 to 7 pm at the Casa del Rellotge Civic Centre
At this family workshop the challenge is to fly a rocket. To make take off possible,
an acid base chemical reaction will be needed, and you’ll be able to experiment on how
to make that happen. You’ll also be creating your very own rocket, using recycled materials such as plastic
bottles, cork stoppers and ice-cream sticks. You’ll need to bring a 33 cl bottle and a cork
stopper along with you. Prior booking required. Registration will open 15 days before the activity. Organised by the Casa del Rellotge Civic Centre. Aimed at families with children aged between 7 and 11.

Micro:Bit weather station
Friday 8 November, from 5.30 to 7 pm at the Fab Casa del Rellotge
Building and programming a weather station with Micro:Bit for the Casa del Rellotge,
to measure temperature, humidity and air pollution. Organised by the FAB Casa del Rellotge. For children accompanied by an adult. Registration in advance by email to hola@lamarinaviva.cat.

Science at La Candel
From 11 to 15 November on social media
The Francesc Candel Library will be recommending the best popular science books.

Women scientists
From 11 to 15 November on social media @LaMarinaViva
Discover a series of women scientists who’ve left their mark on recent history.
An initiative that spotlights and recognises the contributions made by all of them,
with an emphasis on advances that have contributed to making the world a better place and have paved the way for
future generations. For everyone. Organised by La Maria Viva.

Matemúsic: the secrets of the string
Sunday 10 November at 12 noon in the Sala Pepita Casanellas.
Vibrations, chords and much more, generated using sound tubes and
a string. The combination of Núria Balcells‘ violin and the experiments of scientist Luis Carlos will help you to understand that mathematics and music are
somehow profoundly connected. An interactive musical show by Núria Balcells and Luis Carlos Pardo.
Price: 3 euros (free for children under 2). Tickets are available at the Casa del
Rellotge, and also on their web site. Organised by the Casa del Rellotge Civic Centre/ Sala Pepita Casanella. For all the family.

Workshop: light painting
Wednesday 13 November at 6 pm in the gardens at La Mediterrània
Experimental workshop, where magical images will be created by playing with light.
Organised by La Marina Viva, in collaboration with the La Marina Artists Association. For children. Registration in advance by email to hola@lamarinaviva.cat.

Scientific treasure hunt for all the family
Saturday 16 November, at 11 am in the gardens at La Mediterrània
Points are to be won through a diversity of scientific tests, and you’ll find out
what’s hidden behind each experiment. Everyone who completes the ‘passport’ by doing all the tests
will win a special prize. Age 6 and over. Organised by La Marina Viva, in collaboration with La Marina Kids & Us. Registration in advance by email to hola@lamarinaviva.cat.

Marie Curie pays La Cadena a visit
Tuesday 19 November from 11 am to 12.30 pm, at the La Cadena Civic Centre
Play where pupils will learn about Marie Curie’s life and her contribution to
science in an entertaining and fun way. Performance by the
Història i Teatre Company.  Organised by the La Cadena Civic Centre. Activity aimed at groups of 3rd and 4th year compulsory secondary education pupils at the Institut Montjuïc.

MONTJUÏC

Open day at the Jardí Botànic de Barcelona
Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Museu de Ciències Naturals de Barcelona.
The garden’s function is to preserve and to raise awareness of collections of Mediterranean plants from all over the world. Its main aims include the conservation and documentation of Catalonia’s natural heritage. For all the family. Limited access, book at activmuseuciencies@bcn.cat

Guided visit to the Jardí Botànic de Barcelona
Saturday 9 November from 12 to 12.45 pm at the Jardí Botànic de Barcelona.
Expert guides from the Association of Friends of the Jardí Botànic de Barcelona invite you to take a journey through the Mediterranean areas of the world, represented in Jardí Botànic de Barcelona. For all the family. Book in person at the ticket office on the day of the activity.

Funerary botany route (no more places left)
Saturday 9 November from 10 to 11.30 am.
A route to discover the vegetation in Montjuïc cemetery, and what it means. You’ll also discover the cemetery’s most significant funerary monuments, which contain plant symbolism that’s highly representative of our funerary culture. All audiences. The route begins at C/ Mare de Déu de Port, 56- 58.

Jugatecambiental: What birds live in the garden?
Saturday 9 November from 11:30 am to 1.30 pm at the Jardí Botànic Històric.
A space for both free and guided activities, great for spending a fascinating morning, and at the same time getting to know more about the country house vegetable garden and the world of plants. There’s a play area for having some fun and doing a bit of exploring, workshops led by educators, and guided tours. For children. No prior booking required, limited access.

Exhibition “Paisatges geològics, una mirada fotogràfica a la geodiversitat de Catalunya” [Geological Landscapes, a look at the geodiversity of Catalonia from a photographic perspective]
From Friday 8 to Friday 15 of November from 9 am to 6 pm at the Institut Cartogràfic i Geològic de Catalunya.
New edition of the “Geological Landscapes” exhibition, where photographer Jordi Lluís Pi presents a collection of 50 new images, taking us on a journey to discover the beauty and value of our country’s biodiversity. All audiences. Advance booking required, limited access.

Official opening of the exhibition “Geological Landscapes, a look at the geodiversity of Catalonia from a photographic perspective”
Thursday 7 of November from 17 am to 6 pm at the Institut Cartogràfic i Geològic de Catalunya.
Collaborating on this edition will be Isaac Camps, a geologist with a passion for scientific outreach who has written explanatory texts for the photographs that add to the enjoyment of the landscapes by explaining the geological story behind them. All audiences. Prior registration is required at icgc_jornades@icgc.cat

First day session on ‘Ethics in osteoarchaeological remains’ (no more places left)
Friday 8 November from 8.45 am to 1.15 pm, and from 3 to 7 pm at the Museum of Archaeology of Catalonia
‘Ethics in osteoarchaeological remains’ is the first Catalan event focused on
human remains as sensitive material. Ethical issues, conservation, care, study and
exhibition will be discussed. The first part of the day will be devoted to an introduction and a
reflection on the subject, with presentations on several cases from around Europe. The second part of the
day will be focused on a round table that aims to offer an overview of the situation
in Catalonia. For specialist audiences.

SANTS

Solar observation using different methods (no more places left)
Saturday 9 November from 11 am to 12 noon at Avda. Josep Tarradellas, 35
There’ll be an explanation of how to observe the sun in complete safety. You’ll be able to gaze at the stars with a telescope equipped with a white light filter (in order to see sunspots) and another special telescope called a Lunt telescope, which has an H-alpha filter for seeing prominences and more). All audiences.