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For Immediate Release
Date: November 26, 2007
Contact: Kevin Coburn kevin.coburn@montshire.org

Family Programs at the Montshire

NORWICH, VT. — The Montshire Museum of Science is offering several terrific, hands-on programs for families in the upcoming months. We invite you to participate; there is much fun and learning to be had!

Science Sunday: Hot Air Balloons

Sunday, December 9

It's up, up and away as we learn about density and air in this high-flying family workshop. Construct a working hot air balloon and launch it in the main exhibit hall! Program offered at 1 and 3 p.m. $5/family per balloon, plus Museum admission. Limited space, tickets available on the day of the program. Made possible with support from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation.

Parent/Child Science Story Times

Mondays, December 10 and January 14

Join us for children's books and science activities in this series designed for parents and their children. Each session provides opportunities for science learning and exploration. Designed for children ages 3 to 5. Presented at 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Free with Museum admission. Made possible with support from the Byrne Foundation.

Science Sunday: Mechanical Toys

Sunday, January 13

Design your own mechanical toy using gears, cams, and cranks, and learn some engineering and mechanical tricks along the way. $5/family plus Museum admission. Program offered at 1 and 3 p.m. Limited space, tickets available on the day of the program. Made possible with support from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation.

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