“Science-ing” and Smiles: Family Science Night Sparks Wonder at MDI Bio Lab

Carrie Jones Jul 19, 2025 BAR HARBOR—Scientists at the MDI Biological Laboratory mingled with children on the lawn of its Salsbury Cove campus this week. They laughed, peered into microscopes, examined the properties of light, and touched rainbows. They also ate a bit of ice cream. The annual Family Science Night at MDI Bio Lab promotes scientific literacy. It does that by bringing science to … Continue reading “Science-ing” and Smiles: Family Science Night Sparks Wonder at MDI Bio Lab

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Taste, Talk, and Togetherness: CES Families Share Culture, Build Community

From figs to folk dances, a school-wide celebration turns heritage into connection. Carrie Jones May 02, 2025 Share BAR HARBOR—Anil Aktürk watched as the students tried the dried fruit. “What do you think it is?” he asked. “Papaya?” one boy answered. “Good guess. Good guess. But no.” “Mango?” “Kiwi?” The slices were figs, dried and tasty and from Turkey, which is Anil’s heritage. He offered … Continue reading Taste, Talk, and Togetherness: CES Families Share Culture, Build Community

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