Contact:
- Michael Holroyd, Center for Youth Workforce Preparation, 360/546-9121, holroyd@vancouver.wsu.edu
- Emily Pepe, Office of Campus Advancement, 360/546-9602, pepe@vancouver.wsu.edu
VANCOUVER, Wash. - Seats are still available to see illusionist Mark Benthimer's Oct. 22 family-friendly performance, sponsored by the Washington State University Vancouver Center for Youth Workforce Preparation, that blends comedy, magic and education for a fun and thought-provoking look at the wonders of science.
Audience members will be given the opportunity to inquire about the scientific and technological principles behind Benthimer's illusions. Information about new programs and activities offered by the 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Center for Youth Workforce Preparation will also be provided.
The event is set for 1-2:30 p.m. in the Student Services Building auditorium (Room 110) on the 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø campus, located at 14204 N.E. Salmon Creek Ave., east of the 134th Street exit from either I-5 or I-205. Admission is free.
Seating is limited so reservations are encouraged. To make a reservation, call (360) 546-9121 or e-mail wfp-family-event@vancouver.wsu.edu and provide the names of family members, number planning to attend, a phone number and e-mail address. Those with reservations will be seated from 12:30-12:50 p.m., those without reservations will be seated from 12:55-1 p.m. on a space-available basis.
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