Café Scientifique (Arlington) April 4, 2006

Astrophysicist Michael Turner on

"Before the Big Bang: What We Know, How We Know it, and What We Want to Know About How the Universe Began"

The Front Page - 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington VA.
(Across from Ballston Common Mall, near Ballston Metro)

*Free and open to the public.
*No science background required!
*Limited seating -- first come, first seated!

6:00-6:30 Light hors d'oeuvres provided by The Front Page (Buy your own drink or meal. Specials available.)

6:30-8:00 Short presentation, followed by Q&A

Café Scientifique began in France and the U.K., based on the French Café Philosophique, as a way for the public and scientists to mingle and discuss scientific issues in an informal setting. Science buffs (and the simply curious) meet in a friendly pub for a casual introduction to a current science topic, led by an expert. Informal Q & A and conversation follows. The event is free and open to everyone.

Café Scientifique (Arlington) is organized by a small group of volunteers from the National Science Foundation. We welcome input and ideas for speakers and topics. Bring them with you, or send to Mary Hanson (mhanson@nsf.gov) or Sarah Goforth (sgoforth@nsf.gov).

If you would like a flyer for your neighborhood or workplace, or if you would like to receive e-mail notification for future events, please contact Sarah at sgoforth@nsf.gov.