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The Hands-On Science Center is all hands-on deck as it will be hosting its annual Birthday Bash this weekend to celebrate 35 years as a nonprofit organization.

This year’s Birthday Bash, sponsored by Ascend Federal Credit Union, Master of Ceremonies and Christopher Equipment, will take place this Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. will be free admission, and will be filled with various family friendly activities to celebrate the science center’s three and a half decades as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

“Join us for a one-day-only celebration packed with science, surprises, and tons of family fun,” HOSC officials said in a statement. “Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, this is the perfect day to discover everything the Hands-On Science Center has to offer.”

The full day event will feature special one-day-only discounts on memberships and Fall Science Camp, Kona Ice, a giant bounce house, face painting, games and activities for all ages and giveaways.

Also happening throughout the day will be live science shows.

The live science shows will feature: Janet Ivey from Janet’s Planet, Bill Boss, the Middle Tennessee Raptor Center, Werner Nowak, Dr. Patrick Murphy, the Tullahoma Fire Department, Air Force STEM, Jim Burns and Robert Proffit. 

“We’re so proud of everything we’ve accomplished over the last 35 years — and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing community,” HOSC officials said. “This celebration is our way of saying thank you!”

HOSC is located at 101 Mitchell Blvd and business hours for the science center are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit HOSC’s Facebook page, its website at hosc.org, call 931-455-8387 or email info@hosctn.org.

About HOSC

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Hands-On Science Center relies on the generosity of businesses, community members, and grant funding to sustain the programs. The science center invites the community to support its mission by donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word about the importance of STEM education. Austin Sisco is the Executive Director for the Hands-On Science Center and its board members include Keith DeMell as Chairman, Kim Burns as Vice Chairman, DJ DeMell as Secretary and Treasurer, Heather Love-Fleck as Director, John Carver as Director, and Dr. Patrick Murphy as Director. The HOSC science advisors are Bill Boss, Jim Burns and Dr. Van Wart.

“Together, we can continue to create meaningful learning experiences for the children in our region!” Sisco said.

For more information, visit www.hosc.org or email info@hosctn.org.