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Experience the magic of "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial like never before: in IMAX on the Giant Dome screen! Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of this heartwarming masterpiece at the Fleet August 12–14. After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas). Bringing the extraterrestrial into his suburban California house, Elliott introduces "E.T.", as the alien is dubbed, to his brother and his little sister, Gertie (Drew Barrymore), and the children decide to keep its existence a secret. Soon, however, "E.T." falls ill, resulting in government intervention and a dire situation for both Elliott and the alien. WHEN | August 12 - 14, 2022 TIME: Friday, August 12 - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - 8 - 10 p.m. Saturday, August 13 - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - 8 - 10 p.m. Sunday, August 14 - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. VENUE | Fleet Science Center ADMISSION | Tickets available in two options: General & Member General tickets are $19.95 Members please visit here! SOCIALS: Follow Fleet Science Center on Facebook & Twitter!

A new poll finds 80% of Gen Z youth feel anxious and overwhelmed about climate change. Also, San Diego is falling short of its goals to generate zero waste by 2040. Plus, students at Jacobs High Tech High in Liberty Station are using woodwork to learn about science and humanities.

Kevin Murphy, a former UC San Diego employee, goes to court against the university system about his experimental brain treatments.

Exxon's climate research decades back painted an accurate picture of global warming, according to a new scientific paper. Still, the oil company continued climate-denying policy efforts.

STEM and social-emotional learning in early childhood education lay the groundwork for countless skills children will need as they get older and become contributing community members. With the proper access and approach, educators and mentors can present children with learning opportunities where they can discover their own individual talents, tap into sources of inspiration and encouragement, and spark an innate love of learning. Designed to spark your love of learning and stretch your thinking, we will explore the science behind early childhood education fundamentals and some of the latest advancements in the field. Speakers and panelists will present on early childhood STEM foundational fluencies, the role of social-emotional learning and play in STEM education, the importance of equity and access, and powerful partnerships in early childhood education. Featured topics include: Bridging the Gap, Equity & Access, STEM Education, and The Role of Soft Skills

Boeing was set to launch its first astronauts into space next month. But engineers found flammable tape and problems with the capsule's parachutes. The Starliner program has been plagued by delays.

Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and rolemodels and use Computer Science to change the world. When you join a Club, you will be able to learn from fun and simple online coding tutorials, build community through interactive activities, and learn about inspiring role models. You then work in teams to design and build a Girls Who Code Project that solves real world problems you care about through code! Access to a laptop computer is essential for this series. Please contact Melissa Giffen (MBarbour@sandiego.gov) if you want to join the club but do not have a laptop to use.

They're leading in the development of IVG, new fertility technology that could make sperm and eggs from practically any cell in the body. The results could transform human reproduction.

Canceled Ages 6-8 Welcome! Guest instructors teach this month-long series full of hands-on, engaging crafts using STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) to teach hand skills to children using safe materials. Each project teaches craftsmanship, dexterity and material exploration. Projects range from woodworking, sewing, ceramics, paper crafts, textiles to fusing glass. Young students will make beautiful pieces to take home over the course of the series. All materials included. Projects are switched up constantly, so repeats are welcome! October focus: Textiles November focus: Reduce-Reuse December focus: Giving Back Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Self-driving cars have flooded San Francisco's streets, and not everyone is happy. Street activists have been using a low-tech solution to incapacitate the vehicles.