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    08-08-2015 to 16-08-2015


    KIDS SUMMER LAB

    Bringing Fascinating Science in August: Edison’s Creative Academy & Summer Ice Bubble Experiment

    Access Virtual Reality and Race Remote Controlled Cars with Your Smartphone


    Summer Sale on Select Children’s Home Goods

    Prepare for September’s Start of School


    Want your child to have a relaxing and fun, yet constructive summer that prepares them for the upcoming school year? You and your children are welcome to come be a part of Summer Lab at The Arcade at Cyberport. From August 8-9 and August 15-16, Summer Lab opens the portal to the fascinating realm of science. The programme “Edison’s Creative Academy” will offer various scientific experiments that follow in the principles of Thomas Alva Edison’s theory of electricity, from using a small battery to generate wind, to powering a dragonfly with renewable energy. The “Little Inventor Lab”, meanwhile, encourages children to participate in experiments while providing fun activities such as a virtual reality experience and a remote controlled car race. Children will have a grand time soaking up science knowledge and learning the spirit of experimentation.


    In August, the Arcade at Cyberport will also launch its Summer Sale promotion, offering discounts up to 50% off on children’s products, from retailers such as Indigo Kids, Indigo Living, JMStyle Furniture & Gallery and Kokoon for Kids, among others. It’s the perfect opportunity to spice up your child’s room ahead of the upcoming school year.


    Nurturing Children’s Curiosities with “Edison’s Creative Academy” and “Little Inventor Lab”

    Creativity needs to be nurtured and encouraged, and it is with this goal in mind that “Edison’s Creative Academy” was created. Teaming up with local science minds, Dr. Jimmy K.Y. Wong, director of Hong Kong New Generation Cultural Association, has created a workshop that aims to teach children the wonders of science in a practical, fun manner. One of the highlights is the battery workshop, which explores Thomas Alva Edison’s theory of electricity and reveals the secrets behind his electric generator. Aside from generating electricity, Edison’s other grand invention in the field is the nickel-iron battery, a rechargeable battery that proved to be a breakthrough in renewable energy. To commemorate that momentous achievement, we’ve developed the Electric Dragonfly workshop, which gives children a better understanding of the marvels behind the science. Furthermore, the “Little Inventor Lab” offers more than 10 intriguing experiments, including “Can-tumbler”, “Parachute Soap Bubbles”, “Kinegram Animation Club” and “Small to Big”, along with others. Furthermore, the “Scientific Breakthrough Demo” invites children and adults to participate in an interactive experiment. This summer, come to The Arcade at Cyberport and explore the vast world of technology and science.  


    Experience Virtual Reality And Control Remote Race Cars With Special Apps

    Our smartphones and tablets today can do so much. In addition to surf the web and play games, it can even create virtual reality or control a toy car – provided it has the right apps. At “Speed Track”, children can learn how to control a 1:43 Alfa Romeo Mini-Car via their smartphones, and then participate in a friendly race down the tracks. Later, children can build their own virtual reality headset at “Google Cardboard Virtual Reality Workshop”. With virtual reality, whether it’s flying through the skies or roaming a jungle, the adventure will come to life.



    Summer Sale – Major Discounts On Children’s Products, Just In Time For The School Year

    Home to a myriad of major household brands, The Arcade at Cyberport will launch in August the Summer Sale, offering discounts of up to 50% on children’s products from Indigo Kids, Indigo Living, JMStyle Furniture & Gallery and Kokoon for Kids.


    The Arcade at Cyberport Presents “Summer Lab” Activities

    Date:                August 8, August 9, August 15 & August 16

    Time:               2:00pm to 5:00pm

    Inquiries:      3166 3111

    Address:        100 Cyberport Road, Cyberport, Hong Kong

    Website:        http://arcade.cyberport.hk

    Facebook:     www.facebook.com/arcade.cyberport


    “Edison’s Creative Academy” Details

    Time:

    l   2:15pm:                 Battery Workshop -- introducing the theory behind generating electricity

    l   3:30pm                  Electric Dragonfly DIY Workshop–learn the technology behind nickel-iron batteries and its importance in renewable energy

    Price:                          Free

    Participation Method: Sign up 30 minutes before activity. Each session lasts 45 minutes. Spots limited, first come first served.


    “Little Inventor Lab”

    Time:                                   2:00pm to 4:00pm

    Participation Method: The site will run several experiment activities for children to participate at no charge


    “Speed Track”

    Time:                                  2:00pm to 4:00pm

    Participation Method: Shoppers who make a purchase are eligible to take part. Participants must download the required app. Two participants per race, three minute limit. Spots limited, first come first served


    “Google Cardboard Virtual Reality Workshop” Details

    Time:    

    l   1st session:            2pm-2:30pm

    l   2nd session:           2:45pm-3:15pm

    l   3rd session:            3:30pm-4:00pm

    Participation Method: Shoppers who make a purchase are eligible to take part. Three 30-minute sessions per day. Participants must download the required app. Spots limited, first come first served.


    “Scientific Breakthrough Demo” Details

    Time:                                   2:00pm to 4:00pm

    Participation Method: Shoppers who make a purchase are eligible to watch performance. Spots limited, first come first served.