{"id":107773,"date":"2025-02-19T14:00:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T19:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalsciences.org\/calendar\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=107773"},"modified":"2025-10-23T16:42:38","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T20:42:38","slug":"museum-movie-night-the-princess-bride","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/naturalsciences.org\/calendar\/event\/museum-movie-night-the-princess-bride\/","title":{"rendered":"Museum Movie Night: The Princess Bride (1987)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Event Sold Out<\/h3>\n

5:30pm\u20137pm: <\/strong>Live music and science stations. Food and drinks for sale.
\n7pm:<\/strong> Movie begins in the WRAL 3D Theater, followed by commentary and movie trivia.<\/p>\n

The Princess Bride (1987)<\/h3>\n

“When I was your age, television was called books. And this is a special book. It was the book my father used to read to me when I was sick, and I used to read it to your father. And today I’m gonna read it to you.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Join us for a special story time at our November 7th installment of Museum Movie Night. A kindly grandfather sits down with his grandson and reads him a bedtime story. The story is one that has been passed down through from father to son for generations. As the grandfather reads the story, the action comes alive. The story is a classic tale of love and adventure as the beautiful Buttercup is kidnapped and held against her will in order to marry the odious Prince Humperdinck, and Westley (her childhood beau, now returned as the Dread Pirate Roberts) attempts to save her. On the way he meets an accomplished swordsman and a huge, super strong giant, both of whom become his companions in his quest to rescue Buttercup. In addition to science activities and stations before the movie, we\u2019ll host an expert and movie trivia (with prizes) following the screening. Don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n

This movie is rated PG.<\/p>\n

Sold Out<\/a><\/p>\n

Check out the upcoming movies<\/strong> and learn more about Museum Movie Night: Where Science meets the Cinema.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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SCIENCE STATIONS (5:30\u20137PM)<\/h3>\n

The Genetics of the Six-Fingered Man<\/strong>
\nExplore the genetics of the 6-fingered man and other unique features brought to us by our DNA!<\/p>\n

Fight a Pirate<\/strong>
\nThe Sword Conservatory<\/em>
\nThe Sword Conservatory (TSC) is an educational non-profit organization and teaches weekly classes in historical sword fighting, sport fencing, and stage combat through Holly Springs Parks and Recreation. TSC also gives demonstrations and teaches at festivals, local venues, schools, homeschool groups and civic organizations.<\/p>\n

Unusual Rodents of All Sizes<\/strong>
\nTruth is, most rodents are small.\u00a0 We’ll have specimens representing diversity in size and ecological niches.<\/p>\n

If You Haven’t Got Your Data, You Haven’t Got Anything<\/strong>
\nDo these words mean what you think they mean? Find out what all those random letters and numbers stand for on our fossils, and why it’s so important to keep those notes tidy.<\/p>\n

Fire Swamps Are the Place to Be!<\/strong>
\nLots of animals call the swamp their home.\u00a0 Lots of other animals have evolved to live in habitats that are fire-dependent.\u00a0 Surely all these critters will love the Fire Swamp!\u00a0 Meet some live friends and learn about their firey and swampy lifestyles.<\/p>\n

Origami Fortune Teller Craft<\/strong>
\nCreate your own special Princess Bride origami fortune teller craft, just like we made in middle school!<\/p>\n

Hello, My Name Is\u2026Nametag Craft<\/strong>
\nYou know you need a personalized “Hello, My Name Is\u2026” nametag!<\/p>\n

Bug Love<\/strong>
\nThe Princess Bride is a love story.\u00a0 Do you know who else has love stories?\u00a0 BUGS!\u00a0 Bugs have evolved some incredible strategies for reproduction! From pheromones to elaborate displays, come learn how bugs find “that special someone!”<\/p>\n

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OUR SPEAKER<\/h3>\n

\"Caucasian<\/p>\n

Lisa Gatens<\/a>, NCMNS Collections Manager for Mammalogy.<\/p>\n

In my 26 years with the NCMNS, and for many years prior, I have primarily studied small mammals, most of which are rodents.\u00a0 Though some rodents are indeed large (think capybara, or our native beaver), most are small.\u00a0 And though small in size, they are quite charismatic!\u00a0 Let’s hear it for our charismatic microfauna!”<\/span><\/p>\n

Plan to stay after to movie ends to play movie trivia and ask Lisa all you want to know about R.O.U.S.!<\/p>\n

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MUSIC (5:30\u20137PM)<\/h3>\n

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\nSinger\/songwriter William\u00a0Woltz is a North Carolina native who covers a lot of musical territory. He grew up loving both the Beatles and Buck Owens while studying jazz and classical guitar. These days he plays a mix of bluesy originals and interesting cover tunes, always striving for the right blend of old favorites and unexpected treasures. Come prepared to be entertained.<\/p>\n

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Food and Drinks (5:30-7pm)<\/h3>\n

Available for purchase will be an assortment of grab and go snacks and drinks, including wraps, chips, and popcorn.<\/p>\n

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The Princess Bride- 1987 (PG)<\/h3>\n

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