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Wonderfest Beacon of Science

Jul 7, 2011   //   by admin   //   2011 News  //  No Comments

Dear friend of Wonderfest,

The previous issue of this newsletter described how Wonderfest is “merging” with the Bay Area Science Festival (BASF).  The unfortunate title of that message, “Wonderfest becomes BASF,” disappointed a few thoughtful folks who are fond of Wonderfest, and they made their disappointment clear.

We all want BASF to be a glorious success.  And we can be proud that key elements of Wonderfest promise to be a big part of that success.  However, Wonderfest is not “becoming” BASF. In fact, Wonderfest is beginning a year-long, multi-faceted period of profound growth and experimentation:

(1) After fourteen years as “The Bay Area Festival of Science,” Wonderfest’s subtitle is becoming “The Bay Area Beacon of Science” — reflecting that growth and experimentation.

 

 
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