RhythmOfLife — The science of Rhythms in our lives RhythmOfLife — Raziskovanje ritmov v naravi in življenju ljudi

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25 SEP 2026

Ethnological Arts and Crafts Workshop: Discovering Nature through the Cultural Heritage of Pohorje

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythms of the past for the present

The Ethnological Arts and Crafts Workshop is a free interactive activity where young participants explore natural rhythms and patterns, the cultural heritage of Pohorje, and the connections between nature, tradition and human creativity through creative activities and experiential learning.

free
workshop
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

What Do the Sounds of Nature in Pohorje Tell Us?

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

What Do the Sounds of Nature in Pohorje Tell Us? is an interactive experience where young participants explore the diversity of Pohorje’s ecosystems through listening, sound recognition and nature exploration. They discover the often unnoticed life cycles of plant and animal species and learn about the importance of biodiversity conservation and well-functioning ecosystems.

free
immersive experience
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

Legends of Pohorje in the Rhythm of Time

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • Rhythms of the past for the present

Legends of Pohorje in the Rhythm of Time is an interactive storytelling experience where young participants explore the rich mythological heritage of Pohorje through theatre and folk tales. They discover its close connection with nature and gain insight into the importance of preserving and passing on cultural heritage to future generations.

free
performance
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

Hunting for the Hidden Treasures of Pohorje’s Water and Stone Cycles

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • Rhythms in ecosystems

Hunting for the Hidden Treasures of Pohorje’s Water and Stone Cycles is an interactive activity where young participants explore the natural environment of Pohorje, discovering its geological characteristics, the processes of the water cycle, and the role of wetlands and aquatic ecosystems in maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance.

free
interactive science presentation treasure hunt
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

How Can We Help the Hidden Heroes of Natural Cycles: Pollinators?

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

How Can We Help Pollinators? is an interactive experience where young participants explore the vital role of pollinators in plant reproduction, maintaining ecological balance and supporting ecosystem services that are essential for both people and nature.

free
interactive science presentation
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

The Mysterious World of Bats

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life

The Mysterious World of Bats is an interactive experience where young participants explore both the myths and the realities of bats, discovering their seasonal life cycles and behaviours throughout the year. They will also learn why preserving habitats, cultural landscapes and biodiversity is important for bats and nature as a whole.

free
interactive science presentation
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

The Life Rhythms of Birds in Pohorje

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life

Life Rhythms of Birds in Pohorje is an interactive experience where young participants explore the diversity of Pohorje’s bird species through exploration, observation and experiential learning. They will learn about the life cycles of birds and the methods ornithologists use to study, monitor and document bird populations in their natural habitats.

free
interactive science presentation
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

The Mysterious World of Fungi

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • Rhythms in ecosystems

The Mysterious World of Fungi is an interactive experience where young participants explore one of the most diverse and fascinating groups of organisms in nature. While learning about fungal life cycles, their relationships with other organisms and their importance for forest ecosystems, participants will also use microscopes to discover the hidden details of fungal structures and reproduction that are invisible to the naked eye.

free
interactive science presentation hands-on experiment
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

Wolf in Pohorje

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life

Wolf in Pohorje is an interactive experience where young participants explore the fascinating lives of wolves, their communication and social structure within the pack. They will also learn about the return of wolves to the Pohorje region and how researchers monitor their presence in the wild.

free
interactive science presentation lecture
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

The Rhythm of the Forest

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

The Rhythm of the Forest is an interactive experience where young participants explore the main tree and shrub species of Pohorje through play and discovery. They will learn about the forest life cycle, its natural rhythms and seasonal changes, and gain an understanding of the vital role forests play as one of the most important ecosystems for supporting biodiversity and human well-being.

free
interactive science presentation interactive game
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

In the Rhythm of Pohorje’s Nature

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted

In the Rhythm of Pohorje’s Nature is an interactive experience where young participants explore the remarkable diversity of Pohorje’s ecosystems and discover the connections between plants, animals and their habitats. Through exploring natural cycles and ecological processes, they gain an understanding of how interdependent organisms contribute to the functioning, resilience and stability of the web of life.

free
workshop interactive game
children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

Interactive Workshop: Artificial Intelligence Around Us

  • 10.00-12.00
  • ŠENT Association premises, Smrečnikova ulica 60, 8000 Novo mesto
  • ŠENT Association beneficiaries
  • Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Science, Rhythm of Work & World

In this interactive workshop, we will explore in a simple and engaging way what artificial intelligence is, how it works, and where we encounter it in everyday life. We will test its capabilities in practice and also learn about its limitations and potential pitfalls.

free
interactive science presentation
general public children pupils and adults with special needs seniors
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