BERLIN, CT — Berlin Youth Services is inviting elementary school students to combine Halloween fun with science, reading, and art at an upcoming program at the Berlin Community Center.
"Pumpkins, Potions & Spooky Creations" is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the community center, 230 Kensington Road.
The program is designed for students in grades 1 through 3.
Activities will include a read-aloud of "The Little Old Lady Who Isn't Afraid of Anything," by Linda Williams, followed by hands-on science experiments involving pumpkins.
Children will also have an opportunity to paint their own 3-D pumpkin to take home.
Organizers described the event as a morning combining "spooky fun, learning and creativity."
Space may be limited, and registration is required.
Families can register through the Town of Berlin's online recreation portal at this link.
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