Summer Camp 2014

Even though winter is in full swing, it is never too early to start thinking about the warmer months of summer.  Over the past few weeks we have really seen the forces of winter.  Between the snow days and the extremely cold temperatures of the polar vortex, we are all starting to long for the months when we can get outside in t-shirts and enjoy the sunshine. 

With that thought in mind, I bring up the Science Museum’s Summer Camp.  Summer Camp here at the Museum is a great way for children to hang out with friends and be outdoors all while participating in hands on activities and experiments.  Not only do the children have fun but they are learning at the same time. 

If you already have thoughts of summer running through your head, maybe your child does as well, than consider signing up for one or more weeks of our 8 week Summer Camp.  If you sign up now through February 1^st, you will receive a $25 per week camp discount and a guaranteed spot.  

If you are undecided or have questions for the museum staff consider stopping by our Summer Camp Open House next Saturday, February 1^st from 9am-12pm. 

Even though there is snow on the ground and the temperatures are below freezing, try to think about the warm summer months and what your child will be doing to occupy their time off from school.  We look forward to seeing everyone here at Summer Camp.  Personally, it is one of my favorite parts about working at the Science Museum. 

PS: Summer Camp 2014 Program Guides are in stock. If you would like your very own copy it can be downloaded directly from our website or you can pick up a copy in our lobby.

-Jennifer

Cold Winter

Hello Fellow Scientists!

                

           

Hope everyone is having a wonderful new year so far! With January getting into full gear, the temperature has really started to drop! It would also seem that a nasty cold has been moving around, but contrary to what most people think, the cold weather doesn’t make you sick. It’s true that people are more likely to come down with the sniffles during the wintertime, but it’s the germs that make you sick, not the chilly weather. Viruses like the cold and the flu are easily spread during colder weather conditions, which is why most people get sick during this time.

That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t bundle up though! Staying out in the cold can lower your body’s natural immunity, and if you come into contact with anyone who’s sick, you’ll be more likely to catch it as well. So it’s not surprising that during the winter time, when we’re all cooped up inside enjoying our heated homes, that we spread our germs around to each other more easily.

With this in mind, I hope everyone stays happy and healthy as we begin 2014! Here at the museum we’re getting ourselves ready for another year of awesome science experiments, and fun programs. I hope to see some of you here in the near future!

- Caitlin