{"product_id":"family-stem-days","title":"Family STEM Days","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily STEM Days\u003c\/strong\u003e are hands-on, interactive events hosted by PARI designed to engage families and friends in exploring STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) topics together. Each event in the series focuses on a different theme, offering participants the chance to learn through experiments, demonstrations, and collaborative activities.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntended Audience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis program series is designed for family and friends to experience together. Activities and experiments are for a broad range of ages and are best when solved with collaboration between adults and students working in a team. Explore and learn together!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTickets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach ticket covers a group to participate in the event. At least one attendee on each ticket must be an adult, age 18 or older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFree or Discounted Tickets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the generous support of a local charity, tickets for Transylvania County residents may be free or discounted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a child in your party attends Rosman Elementary, Middle, or High School, or TC Henderson, in Transylvania County, your ticket may be free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are a Transylvania County resident your ticket may be available at a discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact us at 828-862-5554 between 10am and 4pm, Monday through Friday, for a voucher or discount code before registering. These will be given out first come, first served, while there is space available at the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUpcoming Events in the Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeteorites Overnight - Space In Your Hands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e7:00 pm Friday, June 19th to 3:00 pm Saturday, June 20th, 2026\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Meteorites Overnight, participants will explore space rocks that fell to Earth with a streak of fire and light! Learn how they are found, identified, and studied. Discover what they can reveal about our solar system and beyond. Then, use what you've learned in experiments and activities and take in some classic PARI experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExamine real meteorites\u003c\/strong\u003e: hold and inspect specimens, comparing different types and learning their unique characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerform hands-on lab experiments\u003c\/strong\u003e: separate decoys from real meteorites and keep the one you identify. That's right, each person will be taking a real meteorite home with them!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild meteorite-catching tools\u003c\/strong\u003e: design simple devices to collect micro-meteorites at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngage with stories and creativity\u003c\/strong\u003e: hear tales of famous meteorite events, including the Ensisheim and Chelyabinsk meteorites, and create your own meteorite story or artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy immersive experiences\u003c\/strong\u003e: take in a planetarium show and explore PARI’s museum exhibits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelax and refuel\u003c\/strong\u003e: with a PARI provided breakfast and lunch in our dining hall on Saturday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend reviewing our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pari.edu\/visit\/faq\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/a\u003e before purchasing your tickets. Please take special note if you are attending an evening event that our campus is a dark sky site and outdoor lighting is extremely minimal to preserve the darkness for both viewing and research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach ticket will include a single, non-refundable, $6 registration fee. This fee is not eligible for discounts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PARI ","offers":[{"title":"Meteorites Overnight - June 19-20 2026 \/ 3","offer_id":43361481556057,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Meteorites Overnight - June 19-20 2026 \/ 4","offer_id":43361481588825,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/0588\/8345\/files\/scavengerHunt.jpg?v=1773255460","url":"https:\/\/pisgahastronomical.myshopify.com\/products\/family-stem-days","provider":"PARI ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}