Name: Lunch + Learn: Nuclear 101
Start: 2026-12-02T12:15:00-05:00
Location: Tellus Science Museum

Tellus Science Museum

Come meet experts Mike McCracken and Joel Leopard to learn how Plant Vogtle and other nuclear power plants nationwide safely generate reliable, carbon-free electricity. Attendees will learn about the science behind nuclear fission, nuclear fuel, radiation, reactor operations, and common misconceptions about nuclear energy. <h2>STAY + EXPLORE!</h2>
Use dominoes to experiment with chain reactions – the driving force of nuclear energy!
<h2>PLUS!</h2>
The first 50 guests to join us for this Lunch + Learn will receive a $10 voucher to use for lunch in the Tellus Cafe, courtesy of our presenter, Georgia Power! Please note: The voucher is valid for one-time use and has no cash value. No cash back. Discount can only be applied to food items purchased in the Tellus Science Museum Cafe. No purchase required. Limit one voucher per family attending Lunch + Learn. Valid only on Wednesday, December 2, 2026.

Local Event: Lunch + Learn: Nuclear 101

Bartow County

Amanda Lumpkin

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Cartersville

Georgia

Lunch + Learn: Nuclear 101

Come meet experts Mike McCracken and Joel Leopard to learn how Plant Vogtle and other nuclear power plants nationwide safely...

Bartow History Museum

<h2>SANTA COMES TO TOWN FOR AN OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION!</h2>
The holiday season returns to the Bartow History Museum with the annual Old-Fashioned Christmas Event with Santa on Saturday, November 14.
Families are invited to step into the spirit of a traditional Christmas morning with a visit from Santa, festive treats, classic Christmas stories, holiday cartoons, and hands-on crafts with the Bartow History Museum elves.
Santa will be available for holiday photos, with professional photography provided in partnership with Louis Tonsmeire Studio. Families can choose from several photo package options.
<h3>Santa Photo Packages</h3>
Package A – $35 2 – 5×7 prints and 4 wallet-sized prints
Package B – $40 2 – 5×7 prints, 2 – 4×6 prints, and 4 wallet-sized prints
Package C – $45 1 – 8×10 print, 2 – 5×7 prints, and 8 wallet-sized prints
Package D – $55 1 – 8×10 print, 2 – 5×7 prints, 3 – 4×6 prints, 8 wallet-sized prints, and a CD
Reservations are required. Space is limited, so families are encouraged to reserve their time with Santa in advance.
For more information, call the Bartow History Museum at (770) 382-3818.SPONSORED BY: Latitude Blue

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