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Showing posts with label Exploratorium. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Exploratorium. Show all posts
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Announcement: This Week At The Science Circle : "
Saturday October 13
10 AM to 11 AM SL tim
Following the coming departure of the Exploratorium from SL (April 2019) we visit the interactive Second Life museum together.
The exhibitions are in their current state, for us as an educational institution, unusable and we would like to hear from you which of these exhibitions are worth replicating in Mesh and should be made available in our own region.
In all likelihood, the vision and years of work of Paul Doherty for the Exploratorium in a Virtual World will inspire us and enable future projects in physics, astrophysics, mathematics and technology.
Join us Saturday at 10 AM PDT, discover and experiment with the many exhibitions, photograph or write down your favourites and talk to us about new ideas!
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Sunday, September 24, 2017
Cartoon of the Day: 3.16 Rate
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Saturday, September 9, 2017
Tribute to Patio Plasma
Last Saturday September 2, there was a tribute to Patio Plasma, known as Paul Doherty in real life, whom sadly had recently passed away from cancer. The first part of the event was a tour of the Exploratorium sim which he had managed. The tour was given out by Vic Micalak, who spoke to the crowd in voice.
Vic showed people around the various builds of the sim, including a telescope that took you up to the eyepiece by raising the entire floor. With the total eclipse that had crossed the United States on August 21 just after his passing. someone commented that his wife in real life had wrote that he had "'gone ahead' to make sure all went well with the eclipse. Surely he was there."
Patio/Doherty "was a tenured professor of physics for 12 years at Oakland University, Michigan, where he taught courses ranging from physics, astronomy, and geology to electronics, computer programming, and meteorology. ... He is the author of many books, including the Explorabook, The Exploratorium Science Snackbook, the Klutz Book of Magnetic Magic, Color of Nature, and Traces of Time. Paul was given the Faraday Science Communicator award by the NSTA and chosen as the “Best Science Demonstrator” at the World Congress of Museums in Helsinki in 1996. ... He also spent time in the Antarctic Research center and he even appeared one time on the Late Show with David Letterman. The last book he wrote before he died was And Then You’re Dead: What Really Happens If You Get Swallowed by a Whale, Are Shot from a Cannon, or Go Barreling over Niagara."
Following the tour of the Exploratorium, Charlize Bellic held a Relay for Life memorial concert with live performances by several musicians inworld, "we are honoring on great individual who we lost to cancer: Patio Plasma a Second Life physicist with a true passion for science right now, and we have whirli on stage with Marqs coming up. Let's send this great person of Second Life out with the party they deserve."
There would be nine hours of music that day and evening, part of a tribute to the professor whom had done much for science in Second Life.
Bixyl Shuftan
Saturday, September 2, 2017
Announcement: "Tribute to Paul Doherty and The Exploratorium" at the Science Circle
Saturday, September 2nd at 10 AM PDT
In celebration of Paul Doherty/Patio Plasma, The Science Circle invites you to attend a
field trip and party to celebrate the life of one of our greatest
educators and members; Patio Plasma.
The field trip will be coordinated by Science Circle board member, Phil Youngblood. Who will take us around the Exploratorium land and showcase some of Patio’s best work. This will be followed by a party ran by Charlize Bellic. It will feature nine different performers, an hour for each of them.
Join us as we give Paul the best send off we can manage!
In 1986 he came to the Exploratorium Teacher Institute, where he develops and teaches workshops and publishes them on his webpage.
He is the author of many books, including the Explorabook, The Exploratorium Science Snackbook, the Klutz Book of Magnetic Magic, Color of Nature, and Traces of Time.
Paul was given the Faraday Science Communicator award by the NSTA and chosen as the “Best Science Demonstrator” at the World Congress of Museums in Helsinki in 1996.
He plays music on the whirly—a corrugated plastic tube. He is also a rock climber, and has climbed the face of El Capitan as well as making the first ascent of a 20,000-foot peak in the Sierra Nevada de Lagunas Bravas in the Andes. He also spent time in the Antarctic Research center and he even appeared one time on the Late Show with David Letterman.
The last book he wrote before he died was And Then You’re Dead: What Really Happens If You Get Swallowed by a Whale, Are Shot from a Cannon, or Go Barreling over Niagara.
9 Hours of Live performances organised by Charlize Bellic
More information - https://sciencecircle.org/upcoming-saturday/
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Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Patio Plasma Ill With Cancer
Patio Plasma, known as Paul Doherty in real life, has hosted some Science Circle events, as well as being part of Science Funday in May, and the director of two Sci-Lands sims, Sploland and Exploratorium. Unfortunately, some sad news was revealed yesterday by the Science Circle and Relay groups: Patio has cancer, and his condition is very serious.
Fellow Relayers some sad news one of the great second life educators patio plasma is in bad condition right now he has been it appears re diagnosed with cancer and is not doing so hot if you never got to see patio's science lectures I have attached a couple
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf1pzgSFf6Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xckrPR9O12g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENM8Wm5_g14
If u want to reach out to him too here is his Carebridge page https://t.co/l6BOJZxej1 Let show him how much thank him.
I'm Paul Doherty's (Patio Plasma) niece and wanted to pass on the sad news that Paul is at home on end-of-life hospice care.
The Exploratorium has set up this Caringbridge site: https://t.co/l6BOJZxej1.
Ellen (Paul's wife) asks that you hold in your hearts your memories of Paul's expansive and positive personality and the joy he finds in sharing adventures with others.
As you may understand, we are devastated by this news but felt it was important enough to share with you.
Jes and Chantal
On behalf of the Science Circle board
The Caringbridge site describes Doherty's cancer as having come back "extremely rapidly and aggressively." It had over a hundred comments from visitors, among them were these:
Paul/Patio:
Every time I see you at the Exploratorium I know I'm going to a) be greeted with a big, beautiful, shining smile, b) see an awesome manicure, and c) learn something new about the world. You wear your humanity and love for life on your sleeve, making all of us who know you better humans in the process.
Paul/Patio
I remember talking to you in May and other times at the Exploratorium and Everything Matters, and I also remember times years ago in Second Life. Rob just sent me news that you are in hospice now. We are thinking of you and appreciating your contagious enthusiasm for science and life. You've done a lot for both and I thank you.
Paul / Patio -- you have been an inspiration. Your enthusiasm for science, and for public outreach, is endless. It was great meeting with you at the Exploritorium this last May, and talking about vision and perception. Things you have done have made it into some of my physics classes and will continue to do so. I wish you the best.
I am not sure what to say. I know Paul only through his work, but I know Patio fairly well. Patio has always been kind to me, and took interest when I would speak to them.
I know I speak for many of my colleagues from the SLCS cheerleaders in saying that we loved all the time you spent with us. The world today is a tad darker hearing about the fight you are going thru. We wish you nothing but the best and pray for you. You helped in inspire many members of SL to become more active in science in general.
We at the Newser wish Patio Plasma/Paul Doherty well
Bixyl Shuftan
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Sunday, May 7, 2017
RFL Announcement: Space Funday By The SL Cheerleading Squad, Today 9AM-9PM
The SLCS Cheerleaders are getting their geek on and proving you can have both brains and beauty. This month to support Relay for life will be out of this world and we have teamed up with the SL Exploratorium which is also owned by the RL Exploratorium in San Fran. The event will have everything from the best singers on the grid to world renowned planetary physicist Paul Doherty speaking who has appeared on Science Channel.
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9-10 Whirli Placebo
Returning to the SL music scene after a long break. The one the only Whirli Placebo. Whirli was the Winner of the 2015 Favourite Original Songs Artist Avi Choice award. His style of music to many has been described as quirky, eclectic, and original. However those that have been to many of his shows see this singer/songwriter as 50% original, 51% WTF !
10-11 Patio Plasma - Paul Doherty - Astrophysicist
Paul Doherty graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a PhD in physics. He was a tenured professor of physics for 12 years at Oakland University, Michigan, where he taught courses ranging from physics, astronomy, and geology to electronics, computer programming, and meteorology. In 1986 he came to the Exploratorium Teacher Institute, where he develops and teaches workshops and publishes them on his webpage. He is the author of many books, including the Explorabook, The Exploratorium Science Snackbook, the Klutz Book of Magnetic Magic, Color of Nature, and Traces of Time. Paul was given the Faraday Science Communicator award by the NSTA and chosen as the “Best Science Demonstrator” at the World Congress of Museums in Helsinki in 1996. He plays music on the whirly—a corrugated plastic tube. He is also a rock climber, and has climbed the face of El Capitan as well as making the first ascent of a 20,000-foot peak in the Sierra Nevada de Lagunas Bravas in the Andes.
11-12 Harmonia Trefoil
Harmonia's fans say she has one of the best voices SL with the most amazing song list. She is one of the premier singers in SL with many successful shows at many of the top venues in SL. Singing 1-2 times most days of the week, her style is a blend of country, standards, pop and oldies. She has a fan group with over 1000 when combined with her subscribe-0-matic members. No one can inject more fun and audience participation in their show than our Harmonia.
12-1 Stinna
Stinna is an experienced singer who has been on various stages of SL for well over 5 years. Her angelic voice has enchanted thousands of listeners and with her wide repertoire of over 200 songs ranging from classics to ballads and from pop to rock, she is quickly able to win your heart! Stinna loves to sing what you like to hear, and requests and dedications are always welcome.
1-2 Eric Steffensen
EricSteffensen Mistwalker is a songwriter and acoustic guitar player in SL. His beautiful lyrics and sound are well known and tonight he is duo streaming with Edward Lowell on mandolin and flute. Lila joining in with her sultry voice so you don't want to miss a minute
2-3 Walmartidol
WalmartIdol plays many genres including Country, Rock and Roll and some Alternative. His musical influences have a wide range from Jason Aldean to Noah Gundersen and he adds his own flavor and style. He plays guitar, bass, some drums and some piano trying to mix all those into a live performance without a hiccup to captivate his listeners and wanting more.
3-4 Hojo Warf
HOJO WARF performs live with his amazing vocals while he jams live on his violin accompanied by custom tracks that mix various genres to create a unique sound experience. Tunes include Classic Rock, Folk, Alternative, Bluegrass, Southern Rock & Metal! TP in for a listen, grab the listener appreciation gifts & party for a great cause with Cheerleaders!
4-5 Laidback Celt
Laidback Celt is a talented, soulful and gritty rock singer. He accompanies his vocals with guitar. He is a powerhouse on vocals and full of energy. With every song he performs he loves to add a little bit of himself into each note and really make them his own. He will rock you away, belting out each chord while sending chills down your spine and dancing to your toes. We want to welcome you to come and join in on the fun!
5-6 Madmax Huet
Madmax (known to his friends as Max ) plays electric blues guitar and blues harp with some blues jazz thrown in. He plays the blues like nobody can and is amongst one of the best blues harp players in SL. He has been playing the blues since he was 12 years old and has had a Blues Club in RL in London. He plays his own blues not covers . He uses backing tracks for the performance.
6-7 Lyndon Heart
Lyndon Heart appears on SL's premiere stages and brings his eclectic repertoire of acoustic rock, folk, pfunk, and blues to an avid flock of pixelated fans. With a playlist that encompasses originals, popular covers, and lesser-known gems, Lyndon's shows are sure to include lots of your musical heart-shaped favorites! He will capture your heart, and leave your ears wanting more with his music and charm on the stage. Lyndon delivers an incredible show with each of his performances. He has a smooth easy style that makes fans of first time listeners.
7-8 Grif Bamaisin
Come and join Grif Bamaisin at the SLCS for an afternoon of rock, blues and smoochie love songs. Bring your tambourines and have a great night with Grif. Inspired by Gary Moore, Richie Blackmore, Peter Green, Andy Powell and others! Grif performs a combination of guitar centric originals and obscure covers, both vocal and instrumental and warm up your day!
8-9 Ronnie Artano
A new singer to the SL music scene. Ron is started to make a quick impact on this. Ron can do everything from Big Band and Frank Sinatra. He has voice is extremely powerful and leave you asking for more.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Science Discussion Tonight at the Exploratorium
5 PM slt tonight Jan 22 - Jennifer Ouellette talks with Dave Goldberg about "Ask a Physicist" & "The Universe in the Rear View Mirror."
Join the studio audience at: Exploratorium (147/52/26).
Listen live or later at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/virtually-speaking-science/2014/01/23/jennifer-ouellette-dave-goldberg .
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