A Legacy of Science, History, and Community: Dr. Larry Sernyk’s Everlasting Influence

  • Posted by Glen Cook
  • On June 28, 2025
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Most people reading this blog likely know Dr. Larry Sernyk—an honorary sustaining member of the Science Education Foundation of Indiana and a dedicated contributor to science outreach. His involvement spans organizations such as the American Chemical Society (ACS) Indiana Section, STEM Fest, Girl Scouts, You Be the Chemist, ISEF, and Junior Achievement Job Spark—and likely many more! In July 2023, Larry moved from Indianapolis to Red Oak […]

Batteries and Books at Celebrate Science Indiana

  • Posted by Larry Sernyk
  • On August 27, 2024
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What do used household batteries and children’s books have in common? Both will be collected at Celebrate Science Indiana 2024 on October 17th in the Expo Hall at the Indiana State Fairgrounds from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Recycle Your Used Batteries: Cirba Solutions, a Silver Sponsor, will be accepting used batteries at their booth. […]

Get Ready for Celebrate Science Indiana 2024: A STEM Extravaganza!

  • Posted by Glen Cook
  • On June 13, 2024
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Preparation for Celebrate Science Indiana 2024 is in full swing! This year’s premier STEM festival will be held on Saturday, October 12, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM at the Exposition Hall in the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Join us for an exhilarating day filled with science, technology, engineering, and math activities for all ages. This […]

Working with PACERs to foster STEM in the next generation

  • Posted by Larry Sernyk
  • On April 4, 2024
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Celebrate Science Indiana was one of 36 different organizations that hosted a booth at the 2024 Pacers STEM Fest at Gainbridge Field House on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Set up around the concourse, this event showcased innovative projects and interactive exhibits, engaging participants of all ages in hands-on learning […]

Creating Cherished Moments: Gaunt Family Wins Colts Tickets in Raffle at Celebrate Science Indiana 2023

  • Posted by Larry Sernyk
  • On October 23, 2023
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On October 22, 2023, the Gaunt family was the lucky recipient of four tickets to the thrilling Colts vs. Cleveland Browns game, generously donated by The Heritage Group. Their entry into the drawing came because of their participation in the survey at Celebrate Science Indiana, an event brimming with exciting discoveries for the 3,300+ attendees. […]

Wow, What a day at Celebrate Science Indiana 2023 on October 14

  • Posted by Larry Sernyk
  • On October 16, 2023
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Wow, what a day at Celebrate Science Indiana 2023 on Saturday, October 14. Over 3,300 visitors came and took the opportunity to visit almost 50 exhibitors/presenters. Thank you for visiting. Participants were busy doing wood working, extracting DNA from strawberries, learning about Indiana forests, building computer games, discovering the penguins of Antarctica, making cement, discussing […]

Celebrate Science Indiana 2023 is tomorrow, Saturday, October 14 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM in the Exposition Hall at the Indiana State Fairgrounds

  • Posted by Larry Sernyk
  • On October 13, 2023
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Tomorrow will be a big day for celebrating science in Indiana!! Celebrate Science Indiana 2023 will be held tomorrow, Saturday, October 14 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM in the Exposition Hall at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. It will be an exciting STEM-packed day with over 50 exhibitor booths offering a range of hands-on STEM […]