Discover Science Center

10/12/2026

Halloween Science Camp today 💙💙💙

10/12/2026

🚨 Joro Watch 2026 is LIVE! 🚨

The contest is officially under way and every report helps improve our understanding of where Joro spiders are spreading. If you spot one, snap a clear photo and submit your sighting at https://jorowatch.org.

All verified reports and included photos submitted to our database from 12:00 a.m. ET, October 12, to 11:59 p.m. ET, October 18, are eligible. A report is considered verified when our expert verifiers confirm the submitted photo ID as a Joro spider.

🕸️ Contest open now through October 18
📸 Clear photos matter
📍 Help map Joro spider distribution

See full contest rules at JoroWatch.org

10/10/2026

Fall Festival at Terrace at Willow Springs

Sunday, October 18th - 12:00pm-4:00pm
2500 Old Alabama Rd, Roswell

Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon at the Fall Festival happening at the Terrace at Willow Springs Shopping Center! Enjoy a cozy autumn vibe with plenty of family-friendly activities, bounce house, giveaways, seasonal treats and more. Bring your friends and family to soak up the festive atmosphere and celebrate everything fall has to offer!

Free games and activities for everyone. RSVP to receive 5 free bouncehouse tickets for your family (pick up day of at bouncehouse). Additional tickets can be purchased onsite (5 tickets for $5).

We hope to see you there!

RSVP:

09/15/2026

🕷️📸 Save the dates from October 12–18 and prepare to share your sightings. Assist researchers in monitoring Joro spider activity while showcasing your spider photography.

To keep informed about contest specifics, rules, and updates, make sure to follow us and check out JoroWatch.org. Let’s aim to make this year’s contest the biggest yet and create our largest citizen science initiative!

Discover more at JoroWatch.org.



University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources UGA Extension

09/06/2026

08/21/2026

Get tickets online for Butterfly Experience 2026 here.