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25 SEP 2026

Open Day at Rudolfovo – the Science and Technology Centre Novo Mesto

  • 08:30-18:30
  • Rudolfovo – Science and Technology Centre Novo mesto, Podbreznik 15, 8000 Novo mesto, Slovenia
  • Primary and secondary school students and interested members of the public.
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Science, Rhythm of Work & World

Rudolfovo Open Day will offer visitors the opportunity to tour research laboratories, meet researchers, and discover how science and technology are applied in practice.

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interactive science presentation live discussion with researchers open day
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25 SEP 2026

Call Playback

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Using call playback techniques helps researchers study animal behaviour, habitat size, and population trends. This approach contributes both to a better ecological understanding of species and to more…

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25 SEP 2026

The Journeys of Birds

  • 9:00–13.00
  • Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden, Trenta, 5232 Soča
  • primary school pupils, children, public
  • The rhythms of animal life

In this workshop, we will learn how researchers collect data on the distribution and migration of birds.

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workshop
general public children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

Exhibition opening: Soundscape - what it is?

  • 18:00-18:20
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • For individuals of all age groups
  • The rhythms of animal life, Rhythms in ecosystems

People most often describe and evaluate the landscape based on sight. However, landscapes also contain a vast amount of acoustic information, which, much like visual information, changes with time and space, and is increasingly being used in biodiversity research

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general public secondary school pupils adults
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25 SEP 2026

They fly away in autumn and return in spring

  • 18:00-20:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Exploring the rhythms of migratory animals, their causes and purposes, and the importance of scientific research in bird ecology, aimed at their conservation and the prevention of human threats

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25 SEP 2026

Exploring the rhythms of life in the sea

  • 20:00-22:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Life in the sea follows natural rhythms shaped by the tides, the cycle of day and night, and the phases of the Moon, and participants will discover these fascinating phenomena and their influence on marine life.

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Test your knowledge!

  • 16:00-24:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Participants will learn about the importance of circadian rhythms and how disruptions, such as light pollution, can affect the health and behaviour of both wildlife and humans.

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quiz
families children adults
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25 SEP 2026

The Journeys of Seeds

  • 9:00–13.00
  • Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden, Trenta, 5232 Soča
  • primary school pupils, children, public
  • The rhythms of plant life

In this workshop, we will learn about the different ways seeds are dispersed.

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workshop
general public children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

The Rhythms of Plants in the Alps

  • 9:00–13.00
  • Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden, Trenta, 5232 Soča
  • primary school pupils, children, public
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

We’ll find out how plants know when it’s time to grow and flower, and how they survive in the challenging mountain environment.

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workshop
general public children primary school pupils
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25 SEP 2026

Lecture: Soundscape - what it is?

  • 18:20-19:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • For individuals of all age groups
  • The rhythms of animal life, Rhythms in ecosystems

People most often describe and evaluate the landscape based on sight. However, landscapes also contain a vast amount of acoustic information, which, much like visual information, changes with time and space, and is increasingly being used in biodiversity research

free
general public secondary school pupils adults
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25 SEP 2026

Exploring the rhythms of life in the sea

  • 20:00-22:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Participants will learn about the importance of circadian rhythms and how disruptions, such as light pollution, can affect the health and behaviour of both wildlife and humans.

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workshop
families children
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25 SEP 2026

Animal Tracks

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Careful observation in nature reveals footprints, droppings, feeding marks, scratches or rubs, hair, shed skins and feathers, paths, dens, and resting sites. These traces allow us to identify…

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

GPS Tracking Devices

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

GPS tracking devices make it possible to follow the movements of animals in the wild. They provide valuable data on migration patterns, feeding grounds, and behavioural habits.

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Thermal Imaging Cameras

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Thermal imaging cameras offer a means of studying animal behaviour, daily and nightly activity rhythms, and habitat use, particularly in areas that are otherwise difficult to access. The…

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Acoustic Monitoring

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

The recognition and study of animal sounds are essential for understanding communication, behaviour, and ecology. By analysing call frequencies, researchers can identify specific patterns and extract vital information…

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Bioluminescence and Reflective Adaptations

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Some animals are capable of producing and emitting light, while others reflect and amplify it to improve their orientation in the environment. Studying these abilities provides insights into…

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Mountain Biodiversity Under Threat in a Changing Climate

  • 11:30-14:15
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • For families and individuals of all age groups
  • The rhythms of animal life, Rhythms in ecosystems

An interactive lecture and a tour of laboratories and climate chambers will introduce visitors to the impacts of climate change on mountain ecosystems and demonstrate how these effects are studied under controlled laboratory conditions.

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live discussion with researchers immersive experience
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils adults
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25 SEP 2026

Fungi, Solar Panels and Citizen Scientists - Presentation of the FungiVE Project

  • 18:30 - 19:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is intended for the general public, secondary school and university students, and anyone interested in microbiology, renewable energy, citizen science, and modern molecular biology methods. Citizens who contributed to the project are especially welcome. We will present how participants collected samples from solar panels and how these samples are analysed using state-of-the-art molecular methods.
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythm of Science

Discover the results of the FungiVE citizen science project, where members of the public helped investigate fungi on solar panels and their detection using advanced molecular methods

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open day lecture
general public secondary school pupils students
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25 SEP 2026

Photo Hunt

  • 09:00 - 10:15, 16:00 - 17:15, 17:30 - 21:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • organized school groups and free admission for the general public
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythm of Science

At the NIB Open Day, we will explore the world of molds, mycotoxins, and food safety through a photography exhibition, hands-on experiments, microscopic observations, and photography.

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workshop
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils teachers
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25 SEP 2026

A PhD within the European MSCA DN network LongTREC: how the next generation of RNA sequencing helps us study plants under stress

  • 19:45-20:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is aimed at researchers and the interested public.
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythm of Science

An overview of the European project LongTREC (MSCA Doctoral Network), in which the National Institute of Biology (NIB) develops new bioinformatics workflows for the analysis of long-read RNA transcriptomes and applies them to studies of plant responses to various stressors.

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lecture
general public students researchers
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25 SEP 2026

Super potatoes: when heat, drought and floods strike at the same time

  • 19:30–19:45
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is aimed at researchers and the interested public.
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythm of Science

By combining data at multiple biological levels, scientists have demonstrated in potatoes that responses to heat, drought and flooding are intertwined, paving the way for the targeted breeding of climate-resilient potatoes.

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expert talk live discussion with researchers
general public students researchers
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25 SEP 2026

Wildlife Monitoring with Modern Technology

  • 8:45-11:30
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • For individuals of all age groups, school groups.
  • The rhythms of animal life

Methods and results of monitoring and studying wildlife in their natural habitat using modern devices, such as recorders, transmitters, etc., will be presented.

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open day
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils adults
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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.

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interactive science presentation
general public children pupils and adults with special needs seniors
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25 SEP 2026

Interactive Workshop: Augmented Reality Up Close

  • 8.30-9.30
  • Novo mesto Home for the Elderly, Nad Mlini 90a Kandija, 8000 Novo mesto
  • DSO Novo mesto residents
  • Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Science, Rhythm of Work & World

Researchers from Rudolfovo will introduce participants to augmented and virtual reality and show how these technologies are used in everyday life. Using virtual reality headsets, participants will be able to take a virtual walk around Otočec, try interactive games, and explore digital experiences in a fun and engaging way.

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interactive game
general public seniors policymakers
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25 SEP 2026

Guided tour of the laboratories

  • 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The rhythms of plant life

Research work progresses from an idea, through a hypothesis and an experiment, to a new idea. Modern research equipment plays a vital role in this cycle, without which…

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interactive science presentation
general public
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25 SEP 2026

Flow of Water – From Rivers to the Sea: Slovenian Water Circle: Dragonja

  • 19:00-21:00
  • Congres room; Marine Biology Station Piran NIB, Fornače 41, 6330 Piran
  • General public
  • Rhythms in ecosystems

Screening of the film Slovenian Water Circle: Dragonja, followed by a discussion with experts on why research, understanding and protection of riverine, coastal and marine environments are essential for the future of this area.

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live discussion with researchers film
general public
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25 SEP 2026

When a scientist is left alone in the wilderness

  • 20:00–21:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is aimed at the general public.
  • Rhythms in ecosystems

How does a researcher cope when there is no longer a laboratory, equipment or comforts – but only the wilderness, their own knowledge and survival skills? Žiga Ogorelec,…

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live discussion with researchers lecture
general public
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25 SEP 2026

Film screening at the National Institute of Biology

  • 16:00–17:15
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is aimed at the general public.
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythm of Science

As part of the event, two videos produced by the National Institute of Biology will be screened. The NIB Biotechnology Hub – from construction site to state-of-the-art research…

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film
general public
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25 SEP 2026

Cyanobacteria in Slovenian lakes

  • 19:45–20:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is aimed at the general public.
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythm of Science

At the Department of Genetic Toxicology, Biotechnology and Systems Biology (GEN), we research processes that are important for human health and the environment. Visitors will be able to…

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lecture
general public
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25 SEP 2026

A Day in the Orchard – Experience, Explore and Discover the Amazing Rhythms of Nature

  • 16:00 - 20:00
  • Kozjanski park, In the orchard Interpretation center, Gradišče 22, 3257 Podsreda
  • general public, families, teachers, schoolchildren, students, researchers and decision-makers
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted

High-stem meadow orchards are true treasure troves of life. Visitors will be able to discover the diversity of life’s rhythms in the orchard and the surrounding forest through a variety of exploration stations at the “In the Orchard” Interpretation Centre and at information points throughout the orchard. At the exploration stations, experts and researchers will present nine different fascinating topics, inviting visitors to learn through hands-on experiments, conversations and direct observation. An engaging combination of practical activities and encounters with experts will offer visitors an opportunity to discover the hidden world of the orchard and forest and to experience nature in an interactive and inspiring way.

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workshop live discussion with researchers hands-on experiment immersive experience
general public families students teachers
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25 SEP 2026

Rhythm of Pollinators and Pollination

  • 9:00 - 21:00
  • Prešeren Square, Ljubljana
  • For families and individuals of all age groups
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

At our stand, visitors will discover the fascinating world of pollinators: how they live, why they are essential, what threatens them, how scientists study them, and how everyone can help protect them.

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quiz interactive game
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils adults
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25 SEP 2026

A Day in the Orchard – Experience, Explore and Discover the Amazing Rhythms of Nature

  • 9:00-20:00
  • Kozjanski park, In the orchard Interpretation center, Gradišče 22, 3257 Podsreda
  • primary and secondary school children
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted

High-stem meadow orchards are true treasure troves of life. Visitors will be able to discover the diversity of life’s rhythms at the “In the Orchard” Interpretation Centre and at information points throughout the orchard.

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open day immersive experience
general public families teachers adults
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25 SEP 2026

Chess960 Tournament: A Creative Take on Familiar Rules

  • 17:50 - 20:00
  • The premises of the Miran Jarc Library Novo mesto, Rozmanova ulica 28, Novo mesto
  • Chess players of all ages and skill levels
  • Rhythms of the Universe, Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Work & World

Try your hand at Chess960, where familiar rules and a different starting position in every round encourage creativity and original thinking. The free tournament, organised by the KRKA Novo mesto Chess Club and Rudolfovo, will take place on 25 September 2026 at the Miran Jarc Library in Novo mesto.

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chess tournament
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25 SEP 2026

Creating with a 3D Pen

  • 11.00-12.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

Your imagination in three dimensions.

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25 SEP 2026

Lecture with a Moderated Discussion: 3D Scanning – From Industry to Heritage

  • 18:00 - 19:00
  • Event Atrium of the Miran Jarc Library Novo mesto, Rozmanova ulica 28, Novo mesto
  • General and professional audiences
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Science

Discover how 3D scanning works and how it is used in industry and the preservation of cultural heritage. Karl Cerovšek will explain in a clear and engaging way how accurate digital models are created for product development, quality control, and the digital preservation of the past.

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expert talk interactive science presentation live discussion with researchers
general public adults researchers business leaders
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25 SEP 2026

Researchers' Day 2026

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

Researchers’ Day 2026 is a free, interactive event where young people explore science, technology, innovation and creative thinking through experiments, hands-on activities and direct interaction with researchers.

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interactive science presentation
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25 SEP 2026

Open Day at Tehnopark Celje

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

A full-day scientific adventure for all generations – explore more than 60 interactive exhibits for free and discover the world of science, technology and research through games, experiments and STEAM challenges.

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interactive science presentation
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25 SEP 2026

Creative Sustainability Cycle

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

A creative sustainability experience where we give discarded items a new life through recycling and upcycling, and show through workshops, a virtual exhibition and a sustainable fashion show that sustainability can be both fun and creative.

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workshop fashion show
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25 SEP 2026

The Pulse of the Future with Humanoid Robots

  • 10.15-17.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

Meet the humanoid robots Pepper, Nao, Photon and Kodi through shows, demonstrations and hands-on workshops, and discover how human-robot collaboration could shape the future of learning, research and everyday life.

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interactive science presentation science show
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25 SEP 2026

Creative Flow of Science – Connected in the Rhythm of STEAM Fun Science

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

Creative Flow of Science brings together science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics through play, experiments and creativity – from building rockets and using 3D pens to conducting chemistry experiments, tackling engineering challenges and exploring other hands-on STEAM activities.

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interactive science presentation science show
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25 SEP 2026

Researchers' Day 2026

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

With a special STEAM construction set, children will create simple polygons, more complex Platonic solids, models of chemical and crystal structures, bridges and buildings in our engineering corner.

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interactive game
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25 SEP 2026

Rocket Making

  • 15.00-16.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

Rocket Making and Launching

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25 SEP 2026

Creating Items from Discarded Materials

  • 14.00-16.30
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

We turn discarded materials into new, creative and sustainable creations

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Basic Life Support

  • 11.00-12.00 in 15.00–16.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, institutios, businesses
  • Rhythm of Science

Learn basic life support and safely try it out in practice.

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Virtual Exhibition Creative Sustainability Cycle

  • 12.00-12.30
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

Your creations won’t stay hidden in the closet! A real sustainable fashion show will follow, where you’ll get to showcase your unique creations yourself!

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fashion show
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25 SEP 2026

Sustainable Fashion Design

  • 10.00-11.30
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

Creating unique fashion pieces from old clothes.

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workshop
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25 SEP 2026

Science Show This Crazy Science!

  • 11.30 - 14.30
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

A science show with interesting scientific experiments for all ages.

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science show
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25 SEP 2026

Legends of Pohorje in the Rhythm of Time

  • 18.40 - 19.10
  • Center Noordung, Na vasi 18, 3205 Vitanje
  • Young people, schoolchildren, families with children and the general public
  • Rhythms of the past for the present

Legends of Pohorje in the Rhythm of Time is an interactive storytelling experience where 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.

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performance
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25 SEP 2026

Pohorje from Space, Space from Pohorje

  • 18.15 - 18.40
  • Center Noordung, Na vasi 18, 3205 Vitanje
  • Young people, schoolchildren, families with children and the general public
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythms of the Universe

Pohorje from Space, Space from Pohorje is an educational experience where participants learn about the work of the Noordung Centre and modern Earth observation satellite systems. By exploring satellite images of Pohorje across all four seasons, they will discover how space technologies help monitor environmental changes and improve our understanding of natural processes and cycles.

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interactive science presentation astronomical observation
general public families children adults
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25 SEP 2026

Nocturnal pollinators of Pohorje

  • 19.30 - 22.00
  • Center Noordung, Na vasi 18, 3205 Vitanje
  • Young people, schoolchildren, families with children and the general public
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

Nocturnal Pollinators of Pohorje is an experiential and exploratory experience where participants discover the importance of nocturnal moths for plants and other organisms, while exploring the diversity of life that emerges after sunset.

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interactive science presentation hands-on experiment immersive experience
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25 SEP 2026

A Walk Through the Nature and Mythology of Pohorje Exhibition

  • 17.30 - 18.15
  • Center Noordung, Na vasi 18, 3205 Vitanje
  • Young people, schoolchildren, families with children and the general public
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythms of the past for the present

The exhibition Nature and Mythology of Pohorje will be presented at the Noordung Centre, where visitors will explore the outstanding natural heritage of Pohorje through interpretive texts, illustrations and nature photography. The exhibition highlights the unique landscapes, habitats and biodiversity that make Pohorje one of the most valuable nature conservation areas in Slovenia and Europe.

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performance lecture
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25 SEP 2026

On Display: Nature and Mythology of Pohorje

  • 9.00 - 19.30
  • Center Noordung, Na vasi 18, 3205 Vitanje
  • Young people, schoolchildren, families with children and the general public
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythms of the past for the present

The exhibition Nature and Mythology of Pohorje, on display at the Noordung Centre, reveals the richness of Pohorje’s natural heritage through interpretive texts, illustrations and nature photography. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the unique features of Pohorje’s landscapes and habitats and discover why the region is recognised as one of the most important nature conservation areas in Slovenia and Europe.

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open day
general public families children adults
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25 SEP 2026

Autumn Clothing and Fashion Accessories Swap

  • 15:00 – 18:00
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • general public, adults, seniors, students
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted, Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythms of the future

Join us for a clothing and fashion accessories swap in the historic setting of the atrium at the City Museum of Ljubljana. Autumn is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe – this time in a sustainable, environmentally friendly and sociable way.

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general public students adults seniors
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25 SEP 2026

M_oder in the Rhythm of Archaeological Science

  • 18:00–20:00
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • adults, students, seniors, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythm of Science

At two lectures held as part of M_oder, you will discover fascinating stories from the past through the research of two young archaeologists, learn about modern archaeological research methods, and explore different career paths within archaeology.

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expert talk live discussion with researchers
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25 SEP 2026

Behind the Scenes of Archaeology: Public Guided Tour of the MGML Archaeological Centre

  • 17:00 - 18:00
  • MGML Archaeological Centre, Letališka 9a, 1000 Ljubljana
  • adults, seniors, students, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythm of Science

Are you curious about the journey archaeological finds take from discovery to their place in museum exhibitions? Join us for a guided tour of the Archaeological Centre of the Museum and Galleries of Ljubljana.

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live discussion with researchers immersive experience
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25 SEP 2026

Sanja Nešković Peršin: Short Stories

  • Sanja Nešković Peršin: Kratke zgodbe
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • General public, adults, seniors, students
  • When the rhythm of life is disrupted, Rhythms of the past for the present

The performance will take you on a visual and spatial journey exploring questions of freedom, love, desire, control, violence, and the search for ways out of the labyrinths shaped by our thoughts, relationships, and the times we live in.

free
performance
general public students adults seniors
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26 SEP 2026

Truths and Myths about the Emonans: It Can’t Be True – But It Is!

  • 10:30 - 12:00
  • Meeting point: City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • adults, seniors, students, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present

Join us for a playful guided tour of the Arheopark Emona, where we will separate fact from fiction about life in Roman times.

free
live discussion with researchers
families students adults seniors
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26 SEP 2026

Into the World of Conservation and Restoration through QR Codes

  • 11:00 - 12:00
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • General public, adults, students, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythm of Science

Discover the journey objects take before reaching museum exhibitions and get a glimpse behind the scenes of the work of conservator-restorers.

free
live discussion with researchers immersive experience
general public students adults researchers
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26 SEP 2026

Sanja Nešković Peršin: Short Stories

  • 20:00–20:50
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • General public, adults, seniors, students
  • When the rhythm of life is disrupted, Rhythms of the past for the present

The performance will take you on a visual and spatial journey exploring questions of freedom, love, desire, control, violence, and the search for ways out of the labyrinths shaped by our thoughts, relationships, and the times we live in.

free
performance
general public students adults seniors
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