Arizona Science Center

This morning the family went to a special engagement at the Arizona Science Center. The United Way held an event for Intel employees who contributed to the 2008 campaign. It was held from 8 - 10am, two hours before the museum opens to the general public. The kids were relatively well-behaved and we all had a fun time. First we explored an exhibit called "Grossology." It is filled with interactive exhibits related to body functions like burping, farting and vomiting. Great for kids and actually kind of interesting for adults. I could have done without "Urine: the Game" and the video "Journey through the Rectum" but overall it was fun and fascinating. Did you know that in some cultures it's common for the mother to suck the mucous right out of baby's nose then spit it on the ground? Neither did I. I also learned that moviegoers in Brazil munch on buckets of fried ant bellies instead of popcorn. The next big event was a show in the museum's brand new planetarium. This high-tech theater is the first of its kind in the world. The second one is currently being built in Dubai. The show was in two parts, the first a compelling 3D exploration of black holes. The second part featured a lesson on constellations in our night sky. It was a really nice way to spend some family time this weekend. Thank you Intel and United Way!