Events at Crystal Bridges at the Massey
- When: Friday, February 19, 2010, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Where: The Massey, Bentonville
- Cost: Not available
- Age limit: Not available
- Categories: Classes, Literary, Community
Preschool Story Time: Our Beautiful World
Friday, February 19, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Free preschool drop-in program; no registration. Best for children 3 - 5 years old and their
caregivers.
Presented right in the gallery at Crystal Bridges at the Massey, children will enjoy wonderful
books featuring the wonders of nature, followed by hands-on fun with “tree cookies,” (no, we
won’t eat them!)
Guest storyteller is Sue Ann Pekel, children’s librarian, Bentonville Public Library and art
activities are led by Janelle Redlaczyk.
Lunchtime Movie: American Values: American Wilderness
Friday, February 19, 12 - 1 p.m.
Free drop-in brown bag program; no registration
Bring your lunch and we’ll provide coffee and biscotti!
A diverse group of Americans share their love for wilderness in this moving documentary
narrated by Christopher Reeve. The inspiring photography highlights their experiences and
hopes for the beautiful wild lands that have captured their hearts.
ArtBuzz: Landscaping with Native Plants
Friday, February 26, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Landscaping with native plants provides color, texture and shape for the garden and homes for
local wildlife. Scott Eccleston will share both innovative and classic techniques to beautify the
homestead and improve the environment with native plantings.
Scott Eccleston is the manager of parks and grounds at Crystal Bridges Museum of American
Art. He earned his bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from Oklahoma State University.
For almost twelve years before joining the museum he ran his own landscape architecture
design/build firm, which specialized in residential and commercial projects.
