Summer Nature Fest 2026
June 12, 2026
4:00 pm
– 8:00 pm
2430 N. Cannon Dr. Chicago, IL 60614
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and EnvironmentHealth and WellnessLife Science
Explore the museum inside and out after hours! Join us for an evening of summer fun featuring:
- Live Animals!
- Live Music!
- Outdoor Nature Play!
- Nature Walks!
- Drop-By Scientist Tables!
- AND SO MUCH MORE!
Come to the C2ST booth at the Summer Nature Fest! “Relish in the good food and good drinks for sale, exciting activities, face painters, and a view of North Pond under the city skyline. Please Note: This event will be held rain or shine. Tickets will not be refunded.”
Juneteenth Celebration
June 19, 2026
10:00 am
– 8:00 pm
The DuSable Black History Mua
DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, East 56th Place, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Technology and Engineering
Join us for The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center’s annual Juneteenth celebration, our largest community event of the year. This all-day gathering honors freedom, culture, and Black history through programming rooted in celebration, education, and community connection.
This is a FREE event open to the public.
Enjoy a full day of programming for families and people of all ages!
CRISPR: Genetic Scissors, Scientists are Editing Genes?
When gene editing comes up, most people probably think about Marvel super soldiers like Captain America or the way that Jurassic Park brought back dinosaurs. Although these are some theoretical applications of gene editing and quite outlandish compared to what gene editing actually can do, they reflect the general public’s perception of this technology as a powerful paradigm-shifting one. The ability to artificially modify the DNA of living beings has massive implications, which is why scientists are having many intense conversations about when, where, and if we should use it. Join me in an exploration of the current state of gene editing technology and the ethical conversation surrounding its use.
Football culture at elite levels, such as the NFL and major college programs, heavily depends on protein. It is common in team nutrition programs, post-workout meals, and protein smoothies in the locker room. However, it’s not as straightforward as “more is better” when it comes to performance. All levels of athletes should be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of protein.
C2ST Supporters
Alan Schriesheim & Kay Torshen
John A. Cable Foundation
Arch Investors Ltd
Alan Schriesheim & Kay Torshen
John A. Cable Foundation
Arch Investors Ltd