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Researchers' Night

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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
general public families teenagers seniors
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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.

free
interactive science presentation science show
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils business leaders
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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
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
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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
families children primary school pupils secondary school pupils
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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
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
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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.

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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.

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workshop interactive game
children primary school pupils
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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

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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