Children’s Activities Area added to Solar Decathlon 2015

IRVINE, CA (Sept. 25, 2015):  A Children’s Activities Area will offer families an array of entertainment options at the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2015, to be held Oct. 8-11 and Oct. 15-18 at the Orange County Great Park. The Solar Decathlon challenges collegiate students from across the country and around the world to design, build and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient and attractive.

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Bold and Independent: UC Irvine’s 50th Anniversary Exhibition

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Free
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Great Park Live

Beginning with architect William Pereira’s visionary master plan to transform a ranch into a world-renowned university, the story of UC Irvine is rooted in a vision of possibilities. Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, UCI is a leading research institution preparing for the next half-century. The City joins the celebration through an exhibition that highlights UCI’s development and significance.

Exhibition Times: Thursday and Friday, noon-4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Orange County Great Park Gallery

Urban Homestead Series – Earthen Pizza Oven

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Great Park Live

New workshop series focused on homestead practices in the modern world. Five beginner level classes focus on kitchen, hobby and landscape skills. Take-home items included in every workshop. Informative and unique series of workshops to jumpstart your journey into a healthier, more self-reliant lifestyle.

Location: Orange County Great Park Farm + Food Lab
Fee: $40/person – registration required/ages 10+.

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