Because you’re old enough to sign your own permission slip.
Forget dinner and a movie—this is your new favorite night out. Friday Night Science is a quarterly, adults-only workshop series at WaterWorks where you can get hands-on with real science. No textbooks, no tests—just weird, wonderful, wild discovery.
Each session dives into a new topic—think insect pinning, microplastics, dissections, and more. Perfect for young professionals, science lovers, and anyone who’s ever said, “Why didn’t we do this in school?
Halloween 2025
Insect Pinning – Halloween Edition
Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: WaterWorks Center for Environmental Education
5514 US Hwy 31 S, Hartselle, AL 35640
Cost: $60 per participant
Ages: Adults 18+ only
Step into the spooky side of science with this Halloween edition of Friday Night Science! This hands-on workshop will guide you through the art of insect preservation, with a twist—two Halloween-themed specimens. You’ll learn proper pinning and labeling techniques, gain a deeper understanding of insect anatomy, and leave with pinned specimens of your own.
Here’s what’s included:
🔸 Two preserved Halloween-themed insect specimens
🔸 Insect pins
🔸 Spreading board & pinning block
🔸 Pinning box (not a display case—just managing expectations)
What to expect:
✅ Costume contest with prizes
✅ Insect anatomy deep dive
✅ Pinning techniques & labeling tips
✅ Creepy-crawly insect snacks (if you dare!)
✅ A look at how insects shape ecosystems—and why they matter
No experience required—just curiosity and a love for the weird and wonderful.
⚠️ Space is limited—secure your spot for this spooky night of science, bugs, and Halloween fun! 🎃🦇
Winter 2025
