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The meetings have a different topic each time, such as minerals, fossils, gemstones, geology, and dinosaurs. They include fun hands-on activities and discussions with an expert. Parents stay with their children, and may get a lot out of the meetings too! You don't have to be a member to attend; please come out and see what it's all about. Adults who would like to help present these programs are cordially invited to come to a meeting. Come to the Junior Rockhounds: Rocks, Fossils, and Minerals Meetings! WHO: You! Best for students in 3rd through 8th grades, WITH their parents. WHAT: Junior Rockhounds Science Meetings – Rocks and Minerals Programs. WHERE: BOAL HALL - Boalsburg Fire Hall 113 East Pine St. Boalsburg PA 16827 Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/gtHjdzUgXbN9b5J8A WHEN: Wednesdays listed below, 6:00 - 6:40 p.m. NOTE THE CHANGE - FIRST MEETING IS FEB. 25, NOT 18th. No reservations needed! (dates subject to change) 2026: February 25, March 4, 18, and 25, April 8, 15, 22, and 29, May 6 and 13. Cost: Free! (plus students get free mineral samples) Parents: Please accompany your student! All materials provided free of cost. Students get specimens to add to their personal collection. Hands-on, messy, fun! Science, learning, and family fun! Sponsoerd by Junior Museum and Nittany Mineralogical Society. Contact for any questions is: Andrew A. Sicree, Ph.D. aas132@psu.edu 814-867-6263 |
A demonstration for Junior Rockhounds. 
A gem polishing program for Junior Rockhounds. |
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