From the first clue of a shattered window, Crime Lab Detectives invites visitors to search for forensic clues and weigh the evidence to solve a true-to-life crime. Lift fingerprints, examine DNA, and document the scene of the crime as you sleuth your way through this CSI-style exhibition and learn what it takes to be a modern day detective. Included with regular admission; free for members. A traveling exhibit organized by the Arkansas Museum of Discovery. Sponsored by Vectren.

If your high school age, homeschooled student demonstrates college readiness, contact Dean College to discuss part-time enrollment. Fall enrollment is taking place now for Quarter 2 courses that begin the week of October 27th. Check our website for more information at www.dean.edu/Academics/ContinuingStudies.cfm or call our office today.

The Holiday Season is fast approaching. Step away from the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping to enjoy an unforgettable night at the Historic Daniel Boone Home and Boonesfield Village. The Annual Candlelight Tour will be held on Friday and Saturday December 4, 5, 11, and 12th, 2009 from 6pm to 9pm. The entire Daniel Boone Home and Boonesfield Village will be illuminated by thousands of candles lighting each building and walkway. Families and friends will be able to walk the meandering paths of time viewing decorations from the past and hearing the songs of holiday music fill the air.

Visit the Historic Daniel Boone Home for a different kind of Halloween treat. Travel back to a time where not everything is as it appears. The Historic Daniel Boone Home and Boonesfield Village is hosting their annual Halloween Event on October 24, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Walk the lantern-lit paths to the Boone Home and hear stories of ghosts and goblins that will prickle your skin. Then proceed down to Boonesfield Village to hear hauntingly good music and tales of unexplained things in the night.

Pioneer Days is a pre 1840’s Folkways Festival for the whole family to enjoy. The Historic Daniel Boone Home and Boonesfield Village is transformed into a frontier encampment where sounds of music, artisans at work, children’s laughter, and gunfire fill the air. Pioneer Days will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2009 and Sunday, September 20, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be activities for the entire family to participate in. Children will be able to join in on tomahawk throwing, sac races, graces, tug of war, and other period games.

Photography 101. 4-6 pm. Get to know your digital camera and learn how to capture a great shot every time! You’ll also be shown how to digitally enhance your photographs. Students must have their own digital camera. Middle to high school age students. MBG members $3/non-members $5, fee includes supplies. Space is limited, pre-registration is required. Call 636-4119 for more information.

All-Natural Pet Treats. 4-6 p.m. Yummy catnip treats and delicious doggy breath-freshening biscuits made in cool shapes. We’ll use natural herbs and recipe’s that will make your pets drool! Middle to high school age students. MBG members $10/non-members $15, fee includes all supplies. Space is limited, pre-registration is required. Call 636-4119 for more information.

Beginning Bead Making and Hemp Jewelry. Two-week session, 9/7 & 9/14. 4-6 p.m. Make your own funky polymer clay beads and pendants in the first class, then use them in your own handmade jewelry in the second class when you learn basic hemp weaves. Guys and girls both will enjoy these classes. Middle to high school age students. MBG members $30/non-members $35, fee includes all supplies. Space is limited, pre-registration is required. Call 636-4119 for more information.

Flights of Fancy. 2-3:30 pm. Join us in My Big Backyard on the first Wednesday of every month for an exciting, natural, hands-on learning experience. Ages 5-10. MBG members $4/non-members $5. Call 636-4126 to register.

Nature Play! 2-3:30 pm. Join us in My Big Backyard on the first Wednesday of every month for an exciting, natural, hands-on learning experience. Ages 5-10. MBG members $4/non-members $5. Call 636-4126 to register.