Date: April 16, 2010

Explorit Teams with Wells Fargo for ATM Pilot Program
By Peter Willson

Explorit Science Center in Davis is teaming with Wells Fargo to pilot a new donation program. Through this first of its kind program, Wells Fargo ATM users will be able to donate to Explorit (and five other non-profits) direct from the ATM.

Beginning Thursday, April 15 Wells Fargo ATM users throughout Northern California will have the ability to donate directly from the ATM.

This new ATM function will be promoted on all Wells Fargo Northern California ATM machines, starting April 15th. This geography covers Stockton to Redding, Vallejo to Eureka and Santa Rosa to Auburn. A total of 431 ATM machines will be piloting this program.

Peter Willson, the Director of Marketing and Development for Explorit Science Center explains how happy he is that Explorit was chosen to pilot the program, "We are very excited to have been selected as one of the non-profits to test this new initiative. This program will be a very simple way for people to support our efforts. With the touch of just a few buttons, anyone can donate $1, or $2 or even $10 or $20 to our outreach efforts" Willson adds, "Wells Fargo is regionally known for being a great supporter to worthy projects. Willson states, "Once again, Wells Fargo has stepped in to help us push forward our cause." He adds, "We are very excited to be actively partnering with Wells Fargo again."

Monies raised through this pilot program will go towards continuing to permit Explorit to bring hands-on science education programs to schools throughout the northern California area through their outreach programs.

For more information about Explorit: (530) 756-0191 or http://www.explorit.org.

Explorit Events

o Tuesday, April 20, FREE ADMISSION TODDLER TUESDAY courtesy of the Kelly Foundation.

o Friday, April 23, Explorit hosts the Science of Sound, a music production workshop. The event includes a workshop and a live set by [CJ]2. Tickets for this teen friendly event will be $7 cash at the door, and proceeds will go to benefit Explorit. The event will run from 6p.m. - midnight. For information, contact Black Diamond Productions at bdpcali@gmail.com. Listen. Learn. Enjoy.

o Saturday, April 24, back by popular demand, Explorit will host the Gold Bug Gold recyclers. Consultants from Goldbug Gold Recyclers will meet individually with visitors. They'll determine gold karat type and weight, and make an offer to buy the items. Visitors are paid cash on the spot. Explorit gets to keep 20 percent of the purchase price. The event will run from 1:00 to 3:00p.m. at Explorit's Second Street Science Center. Reserve your time slot by calling 757-4530 x112. Spaces are limited and fill up quickly.

o Tuesday, May 18, Dr. Kathy Glatter, a Woodland Healthcare cardiologist will host a "Heart Healthy" workshop. The seminar will allow guests the opportunity to examine actual sheep hearts and learn about 'smart heart' lifestyle choices. The event will be held at the Mori Seiki Lecture Hall (3805 Faraday Avenue in Davis) and run from 6:00 to 7:00p.m. Heart Healthy snacks will be available. For more information or to RSVP contact Lindsay@explorit.org.

Explorit Science Center is at 2801 Second St., Davis. New visiting hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Admission is $4 general, free for members and ages 3 and under. For more information: (530) 756-0191 or www.explorit.org.