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Unless otherwise noted, events listed here will be held at the NREL Visitors Center, 15013 Denver West Parkway, Golden, CO. The Visitors Center phone number is (303) 384-6565.

June 2004

The Visitors Center will be offering new programs to the community and other groups throughout the year. Be sure to visit our website for updates.

Visitors Center Community Focus Program

Thursday, June 3, 2004
9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 22, 2004
2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Adults who want to learn more about renewable energy resources, energy efficiency technologies and NREL's research and development activities can attend this volunteer-led program. A mini-tour of the Visitors Center is included. Please call 303-384-6565 to reserve space.

Exhibit of the Month: "Your Home in the Sun"

Thursday, June 3-Wednesday June 30, 2004
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Today's solar energy technologies can provide an attractive, reliable and economical source of electricity and heat for homeowners. Explore current products including solar modules, photovoltaic roof shingles, solar heaters and a swimming pool heater in this new exhibit.

Special NREL Tour for Businesses

Wednesday, June 16, 2004
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Visit several laboratories for an update on cutting-edge technologies. Find out how you can incorporate renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies into your business. Reservations are required. For more information and reservations, contact James Bosch at (303) 384-6567.

July 2004

NREL Interpretive Driving Tours of South Table Mountain Laboratory Facilities

Friday, July 16, 2004
9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Join NREL staff for a drive through the Laboratory's South Table Mountain Site. Learn more about NREL's research and development activities and explore energy-efficient architecture from the road. The tour includes an overview presentation about NREL. Registration is required and must be completed on or before Thursday, July 1, 2004. Reservations will be made on a space-available basis. Unfortunately, we cannot accept any reservations after the deadline. Adults and children are welcome to participate. All participants who are high school graduates or are 18 years and older will be required to provide a valid driver's license on the tour day for verification. Foreign nationals will require a passport and visa as well as advance security approval. For more information and registration, please call James Bosch at 303-384-6567 or Julie Baxes at 303-384-6566.

NREL Family Fair—Innovation for Our Energy Future

Saturday, July 17, 2004
9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Investigate renewable energy and energy efficiency at home and around the world at this free educational event for the whole family. The NREL Family Fair will feature technology exhibits, product demonstrations, a Renewable Ranger Energy Expedition for kids ages 7-12, mini workshops on consumer energy topics, a transportation display and much more. The Visitors Center is located at 15013 Denver West Parkway in Golden, Colorado. Event parking will be available about a block east of the Visitors Center. For more information, call 303-384-6565.

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