Girl Talk Back By Popular Demand

The response to last May's Girl Talk was so overwhelming that we decided to hold it again on September 6 and October 4.

Do you remember having “the talk” with your parents? Learning about the Birds & Bees can be especially difficult for girls. Changing bodies and puberty brings many questions. Some of the questions can be tough to answer. Girl Talk provides an open conversation designed for girls and their adult female caregivers. The program is $20 per female duo and space is limited. To make reservations, call Beth at (501) 396-7061.

Girl Talk has been so popular we also decided to give boys an chance to take advantage of this opportunity. Boy Talk will take place on December 6. Boy Talk provides an open conversation designed for boy and their adult male caregivers. You can call Beth at (501) 396-7061 for reservations.

Take advantage of these last days of summer at the museum

One of the coolest things about working here at the Museum of Discovery is that my children get to take advantage of many of the activities, such as summer camps. This summer, my daughter had a great time making crystals (see photo to the right) and baking cookies with aluminum foil, a pizza box, and the sun at Science Discoveries. My son learned slimy and stinky things about his body at Grossology, and even learned how to make his very own snotty, slimy concoction.

It was a summer of fun and educational summer camps, and even though they have ended the museum is continuing the summer schedule this week with animal shows at 11:30 and 2:00 and electric shows at 1:00 and 3:30. And don't forget, Room to Grow is now open for kids 6 and under.

Museum of Discovery

I began this blog in May 2008 with the goal of giving readers an “insider’s view” of the Museum. I have enjoyed sharing my view of the Museum and hope that you have learned something along the way. While the blog will continue, I am leaving my position at the Museum to join another great organization and will be turning the blog writing reigns over to our Arkansas Discovery Network marketing guru, Linda Meyers. Linda will continue to take readers on a behind-the-scenes tour giving a glimpse into the Museum’s exhibits, programs and special events.

Here’s one last piece of insider advice. There are two events that I am putting on my calendar and I would encourage you to do the same. Mayan Medallion, happening September 6 through December 14, and Uncorked: The Science of Wine on October 23. You can find out more about these events at www.amod.org. Mark your calendars now and who knows – maybe I’ll see you there!