Art Rocks at the Connecticut Science Center
T
he Connecticut Science Center presents “Art Rocks!” providing
visitors the chance to better under- stand geology and erosion, as well as paint their own landscape using actual dirt and soil. The program is free with purchase of general admission to the Science Center from 11am-4pm. Visitors to the Connecticut Science Center learn how scientists examine historical data
to interpret land changes, get an overview of Connecticut’s unique geology, and get to examine historical date to assess weathering, erosion, plate tectonic and human-influenced changes on the land. In “Art Rocks!,” William “Andy” Jones (associate professor of art in painting and draw-
ing, Eastern Connecticut State University) and James Hyatt (Chair of Eastern’s Department of Environmental Earth Science) have developed an artistic application to the study of changes in the landscape and geological processes. Visitors get to explore their artistic and creative sides by painting their own landscapes using soil taken from Georgia’s “Little Grand Canyon.” Visitors also get to use screen sieves, core samplers, and other assorted scientific tools to sort and classify soil. Actual core samples taken from Georgia’s “Little Grand Canyon” are on display showing geologic history. Art Rocks is one of the initial programs of the i4 initiative, which showcases science
research and applications currently underway at the four CT state universities through a variety of daily in-house science activities and demonstrations, as well as online program- ming at the Connecticut Science Center. The i4 initiative aligns with Connecticut State Sci- ence Framework Standards and highlights career paths for young people pursuing careers in science. It is a collaborative effort by the Connecticut Science Center and Connecticut State University System.
The Science Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing science education throughout the state of Connecticut, providing learning opportunities for students and adults of all ages, and engaging the community in scientific exploration. To learn more about the Science Center visit
www.CTScienceCenter.org or contact Ed Main at emain@
CTScienceCenter.org.
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HELP NEEDED! October 2 Farmington River Clean-Up
T
he Farmington River Watershed Association’s (FRWA) 23rd Annual
Farmington River Clean-up is set for Saturday, October 2, from 9:30am to 2:30pm. It is a great community event designed to get people and groups of all ages cleaning up litter along the banks of the Farmington River and its tributaries. Several meeting sites will be actively
cleaning the banks of the River in Avon, Barkhamsted, Bloomfield, Burlington, Farmington, Granby, and Simsbury. Gar- bage bags and gloves are provided to all participants, through generous donations from local businesses and stores and underwriting by The Stanley Works. Last year, more than 300 volunteers partici- pated in collecting nearly three tons of trash.
After the clean up, volunteers are in-
vited to FRWA’s headquarters for an “after party” where refreshments and pizza will be served. FRWA’s office is located at 749 Hopmeadow Street in Simsbury.
For more information on how you can help with the Farmington River Clean-up and to register for a specific site, please call FRWA at 860-658-4442, extension 0 or visit
www.frwa.org. The Farmington River Watershed Association is a private, non-profit, conservation organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the 81-mile Farmington River and its 609 square-mile watershed.
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