Robots celebrate America Recycles Day

     The Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency is sponsoring two events to mark

America Recycles Day on Sunday, Nov. 15. The R2 Robot Challenge begins that day for kids ages 5 to 18, and above. Make a robot from recycled or reused materials. One important rule: Nothing can be new!  Drop it off at the Science Station at Lindale Mall between November 15 and December 31, with judging on January 4. Categories are ages 5-9, 10-13, 14-18, and 18 plus.  Prizes will be awarded in each category. Everyone is entered in a drawing just for participating. The challenge is free, but enrollment is required. Call for details: 363-4629 or see: www.solidwasteagency.org

      A “Recycled Robot” Lab for kids age 9-14 to build a robot from a tin can and a kit will be at the ScienceStation's Education Center (Lindale Mall, lower level - center court) on three days: Saturday, November 14, 2009,  1:00 am - 3:00 am; Thursday, November 19, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Saturday, November 21, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Lab fee: $10. Space is limited; Registration is required. To register visit:

www.ScienceStation.Org