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Brie Griset Smith appointed as V.P. of Development at the Discovery Cube

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Santa Ana Leave a comment

Brie Griset Smith

DISCOVERY CUBE APPOINTS NONPROFIT LEADER BRIE GRISET SMITH AS VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT

The Former Orange County United Way Executive Joins the Discovery Science Foundation to help young minds discover a life-long love of science

SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 13, 2015 – As part of its year-long expansion in Los Angeles and Orange counties, Discovery Cube today named Brie Griset Smith as its new vice president of development after an exhaustive search. She will share responsibility with the executive team to expand Discovery Cube’s reputation as the most comprehensive destination for science-based learning and hands-on discovery in the country.

“We’re excited to work with Brie, as she understands that our work to prepare the next generation of teachers, students and life-long learners is vital,” said Joe Adams, CEO of the Discovery Science Foundation. “She is known throughout the philanthropic community as an enthusiastic doer who leads by example, provides positive encouragement to her colleagues and possesses the rare ability to connect genuinely with people.” Continue reading→

The Discovery Cube’s Inventors Week will feature 3D printers by Purple Platypus

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Santa Ana, Science, Technology, Youth Activities 1 Comment

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Purple Platypus Gears Up For Inventors Week at Discovery Cube

IRVINE, California (June 22, 2015) – Purple Platypus, Inc., the only certified Stratasys 3D printer reseller servicing the entire Southwest region (Arizona, Nevada and Southern California), will be participating in Discovery Cube’s Inventors Week from June 27, 2015 to July 12, 2015.

This is Discovery Cube’s 3rd annual Inventors Week celebrating tinkerers, builders, and explorers of all ages. These future business leaders and engineers will be showcasing their inventions while learning about various electronic and robotic principles that are fundamental for every future engineer to know. Continue reading→

Santa Ana Mayor Pulido helps to launch newly expanded Discovery Cube OC

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Education, Miguel Pulido, Santa Ana, Science, Youth Activities Leave a comment

City of Santa Ana Mayor and Discovery Orange County board member Miguel Pulido contributed to the expansion capital campaign

Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido and Discovery Orange County board member speaking at the grand opening of Discovery Cube Orange County’s expansion and remodeled campus on June 11 in Santa Ana.

DISCOVERY CUBE ORANGE COUNTY REVEALS EXCITING NEW SCIENCE EXHIBITS HOUSED IN AN EXPANDED AND REMODELED 44,000 SQUARE-FOOT CAMPUS TO FUEL CHILDREN’S IMAGINATIONS

New Exhibits Give Families the Hands-On Opportunity to Explore the World from a Bird’s Eye View to a Cosmic Mission – and More – All in Celebration of STEM Education

SANTA ANA, Calif., June 16, 2015 – Igniting imaginations and fostering wonder for how the world works, Discovery Cube Orange County, presented by Taco Bell, opened new science exhibitions and enhanced services. Upon the grand opening on Thursday, June 11, the campus is offering an additional 44,000 square-feet of hands-on permanent exhibits, themed science adventures, interactive programs and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) learning spaces, with a focus on cultivating an appreciation for the smallest ecosystems on earth to the largest exploration of the cosmos.

“This expansion represents Discovery Cube Orange County’s evolving commitment to expand STEM proficiency by keeping up with the trends, events and news that are capturing kids’ attention – and creating an entertaining way to approach education through a day of family bonding,” said Joe Adams, president of Discovery Cube Orange County. Continue reading→

Bubblefest returns to Discovery Cube OC

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

ALERT – March 24, 2015

SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015

Premiere Opening + Bubble Science + Mega Bubblefest Laser Show

BUBBLEFEST SPECTACULAR RETURNS TO DISCOVERY CUBE OC – SHOW PREMIERES IN NEW $3.9 MILLION SHOWCASE THEATER

WHAT: Discovery Cube OC’s spring break spectacular, Bubblefest XIX, is returning and will host the annual Mega Bubblefest Laser Show inside the brand new Julianne Argyros Showcase Theater. This family-friendly event will feature the Mega Bubblefest Laser Show, performed by Bubble Scientist Deni Yang, hands-on bubble exhibits, an “under 5” Cube Jr. learning area, adult sized water spheres, and outdoor entertainment. Bubble-enthusiasts of all ages will learn the science based concepts of bubble-making with participatory learning, experiments, and plenty of bubble making. Continue reading→

Bubblefest XIX coming to the Discovery Cube starting on March 28

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Entertainment, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

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Discovery Cube Orange County Opens New Julianne Argyros Showcase Theater with Annual Spring Break Extravaganza: Bubblefest XIX

OC’s most POPular event begins March 28 and features the Mega Bubblefest Laser Show in the $1.5 million, first-of-its-kind Julianne Argyros Showcase Theater

Santa Ana, Calif. (March 9, 2015) – Discovery Cube Orange County’s most POPular event, Bubblefest, returns to the Cube March 28 through April 12, 2015. The annual festival will include the fan favorite Mega Bubblefest Laser Show, featuring star performer Deni Yang, and a variety of fun bubble activities, such as: Bubble Lagoon, Bubble Wall, Cube Jr. bubble play area, “Me in a Bubble” photo opportunity, and the best food trucks in Orange County. Special to this year’s festival is the grand opening of the $1.5 million Julianne Argyros Showcase Theater, which was generously funded by the Argyros Family Foundation. The 10,000 square-foot flexible space is a first-of-its-kind in the museum world with the ability to transform from a world-class exhibit hall to a 500 seat theater. Continue reading→