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ALBANY, NY – “Today’s Girls Scouts” will be the theme of the New York State Museum’s next Family Fun Weekend, June 21 and 22.

The Family Fun Weekend takes place from 1- 4 p.m. both days. Activities, which are free of charge, are held on the Museum’s first floor.

The events will help Girl Scout members complete most requirements for their “Sky Search” and “Rocks Rock” badges. But everyone is welcome to participate and learn more about scouting.

On Saturday and Sunday, visitors may see a sky show in the Museum’s inflatable Star Lab, located in the Huxley Theater. The Star Lab will display the stars of the spring and summer constellations. The show is limited to 30 people, who must obtain a free ticket atthe information desk in the lobby. Also Saturday, the Girl Scout Council of NortheasternNew York will be available to offer information about joining the organization and becoming a volunteer.

Both afternoons, visitors can design a box that can be used to collect rocks and other items. There will be a scavenger hunt in the Gem and Mineral Gallery, with prizes awarded to winners.

Family Fun Weekends offer theme-based family activities on the third weekend of themonth.

The New York State Museum, established in 1836, is a program of the New York StateEducation Department. Located at the Empire State Plaza on Madison Avenue in Albany, the Museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. except on Thanksgiving andChristmas. Admission is free and the Museum is fully accessible. Further information about Museum programs and events can be obtained by calling (518) 474-5877 or visiting the Museum

Web site at http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/calendar/.

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