All FLL teams, You are welcome to come and attend the Robotics Day event at the Science Museum in Roanoke, VA, Saturday, Nov. 1st, 2008, from Noon until 3 PM. A group of Southwest Va educational robotics folks are gathering to demonstrate and inform the public about FLL, FTC, and educational robotics in general. We currently expect to have four FLL teams demo their robots on an FLL table, and to present their research presentations to the public as part of the outreach component of the research project. We also expect one FTC team to demo their robot, and some additional educational robotics demonstrations as well. If you'd like any additional info, please call or email me anytime. Best Regards, Kevin Kevin Hines Tel: 540-819-8020 [log in to unmask] www.RoanokeRobotics.org The press release from the Science Museum follows: Robotics Day at the Roanoke Science Museum set for November 1, 2008 (Roanoke, VA)-Area robotics teams will come together for Robotics Day at the Science Museum of Western Virginia on Saturday, November 1, from noon to 3pm. Teams participating in the FIRST LEGO League 2008 Challenge will provide robotics demonstrations as they prepare to compete in regional competitions in Blacksburg and Lynchburg later in November. FIRST LEGO League is a global program created to get kids excited about science and technology. With programs for ages 6-14, FIRST LEGO League engages students in research, engineering, and solving real-world problems through robotics. FIRST LEGO League's 2008 Challenge is Climate Connections, an exploration of the earth's climate and the links between science, people, resources and communities. www.firstlegoleague.org <http://www.firstlegoleague.org> Robotics teams offer opportunities for sportsmanship and team-building and provide a fun way for learning about science, engineering and technology. Participants-children and their adult coaches alike-experience a creative hobby which can lead to a range of exciting careers. Attend Robotics Day to learn how to get involved in robotics, and how to start a team at your school or home school group. For more information about robotics teams in the Roanoke region, visit www.RoanokeRobotics.org For Robotics Day, regular admission rates for the Science Museum apply: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $6 for children 3-12, and members are free. There is no additional charge for the robotics demonstrations. 540/342.5710. On the web: www.smwv.org <http://www.smwv.org> About the Science Museum of Western Virginia The Science Museum of Western Virginia is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located in downtown Roanoke at Center in the Square. The Science Museum of Western Virginia was one of the very first science centers to open in the United States and is now among the fewer than five percent of museums across the country that are nationally accredited by the American Association of Museums. During its 38-year history, the Science Museum has served millions of visitors, strengthening education and economic development throughout the region. Through hands-on exhibits, programs, and wide-screen films, the Museum nurtures lifelong learning and a greater understanding of science and technology among visitors of all ages. ______________________________________________________________ To UNSUBSCRIBE or CHANGE YOUR SETTINGS, please visit https://listserv.jmu.edu/archives/vadcfll-l.html and select "Join or leave the list". If you want to join the VADCFLL-ADMIN-L mailing list - to which FLL administrative announcements will be distributed - visit https://listserv.jmu.edu/archives/vadcfll-admin-l.html and select "Join or leave the list".