Experience an immersive presentation where groundbreaking s cience meets the magic of filmmaking. Brian Lindow draws on years of exper ience at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and nearly a decade workin g at Skywalker Ranch to bring an engaging program to audiences of all ages .
\nThe journey begins with the science of lasers and fusion. Brian introduces the history and mission of Lawrence Livermore National Laborato ry and offers a glimpse into the work happening at the National Ignition F acility\, including his personal connection to the groundbreaking achievem ent of fusion ignition.
\nBrian then takes audiences behind the scen es at Skywalker Ranch\, sharing photographs and stories from his years wor king with George Lucas and contributing to the filmmaking process.
\nThe program concludes with a hands-on look at fascinating science materia
ls\, including:
&bull\; a giant salt crystal
&bull\; laser targe
ts
&bull\; aerogel&mdash\;the world&rsquo\;s lightest manmade materia
l
Guests will have the chance to get up close with the materials a nd even hold a piece of aerogel for themselves.
\nContact Hannah at dcamp@neenahlibrary.org or 920-886-6315 with any questions. \;
\n< p>This program was made possible by the Friends of the Neenah Library and the Neenah Public Library Trust Fund. Donations to the Friends and the Tru st Fund are always accepted and appreciated.\n
Everyone is wel
come. If accommodations are needed to attend\, please contact the library
administrative office at 920-886-6315 or by email at library@neenahlibrary
.org at least 24 hours in advance of the program.