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The Bascom to host Family Fun Day June 9

The Bascom, a visual arts center in Highlands, will hold a Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 9. The event is free and open to everyone.

The day will include a scavenger hunt, presentations about The Bascom Nature Trail, self-guided birding activities and a performance by the musical group Heed the Warning. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy lunch on the grounds. Light refreshments will be served.

While at The Bascom, visitors can also view the center’s exhibits, including Alex Matisse: Ometto (through Oct. 21); Tim Curtis Suspended (through Aug. 26); Green Art (through July 8); From Mud to Art, Highlands High School Ceramics (through July 8); and Chicks! It’s All Gone to the Birds (through June 17).

The Bascom is open year-round from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

828.787.2898 or www.TheBascom.org.

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