Dunedin Public
LibrarY EVENTS
E-Waste Reconstruction
Fingerprinting Forensics
- An Oritain Mystery
Youth ROBOTICS Artplay
Computer Deconstruction
Workshop
SUN 2 JULY AND SUN 9 JULY • 1PM, 2PM, 3PM • 60min
Dunedin Public Library • free
MON 3 JULY • every 20 mins from 10am to 12pm
Dunedin Public Library • free
sat 1, sun 2, sat 8 and sun 9 july • 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm • 60min
Dunedin Public Library • free
Sat 1 July AND SAT 8 July • 11am AND 1PM • 90min
Dunedin Public Library • free
Detectives have long used human fingerprints as a form
of evidence with cracking forensic cases, but did you
know that there are also other types of fingerprinting?
Explore different ways of fingerprinting, including
chemical fingerprinting, origin fingerprinting, and other
fun real life forensic techniques. Become a forensic
investigator as we work to solve a puzzling crime.
Can a robot do your homework?
See if you can instruct a virtual robot to draw something
on a computer (or try one of our pre-made designs) and
then test to see if your design can be produced on a real
robot (Otago Polytechnic’s mini KUKA robot). You can
take your robotically drawn design home. Of course the
applications are endless – just think what other tasks a
robot could do for you...
Come to these DIY workshops to experiment in a series of
electronic and mechanical projects and make use of resources
recovered from e-waste. You will cover a range of topics and
make items that you can take home.
Strip it, rebuild it, plug it in and make it go – a computer
deconstruction workshop. If you don’t have a computer
at home, sign up at the event to get a FREE working
computer, plus peripherals (monitor, keyboard, mouse
and cables) to take home for your homework.
For ages 12-18yrs but children between 8yrs and 12yrs
may attend with an adult.
Clash of the Trash:
Organics and Landfills
Coastal Care with
Citizen Science
WED 5 JULY • 11am • 60min • Dunedin Public Library • free • drop in
TUE 4 JULY • 6pm • 60min • Dunedin Public Library • free
What sharks visit Otago Harbour? How will ocean-
warming affect marine life? How do we monitor the
health of our coastal environment? Join Rob Lewis for a
one-hour talk that gives insight into citizen science at the
NZ Marine Studies Centre and the Department of Marine
Science, University of Otago.
We all produce organic wastes, whether these are food
scraps or garden waste. Learn from the Dunedin City Council
Waste and Environmental Solutions team what happens
when they receive your organic waste. You’ll also discover
what the best options are to deal with organics and hear
about changes coming up following the adoption of the
Aotearoa New Zealand Waste Strategy 2023, for a more
sustainable Aotearoa.
Junior Heart Science
fri 7 JULY • 1pm • 60min • Mosgiel Library • free
fri 7 JULY • 4pm • 60min • Dunedin Public Library • free
Through a hands-on interactive session, learn all about
hearts and answer questions such as: How does the heart
work? What makes the heart beat? Is a mouse heart the
same as a whale heart? Can we measure what happens
when you exercise? These one-hour workshops are suitable
for children aged 6-10 years.
Fight Like a Physicist
mon 3 to wed 5 july • 2pm • 60min • Dunedin Public Library • free
An interactive workshop where you will learn the basics
of the martial arts karate. The underlying physics of
movements, techniques and safety gear will be discussed
and practised. No experience necessary, come with an
open mind, and be prepared to move! All ages welcome.
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