Mr. Bond’s Science Guy Coming to Summer Reading Party Kick-Off at Justin Potter Library

May 19, 2019
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Science is coming to Smithville on opening day of the 2019 Summer Reading Program as Mr. Bond’s Science Guys bring the science of space out of orbit and into Justin Potter Library.

The five week summer reading program of Justin Potter and the Alexandria Libraries begins with an opening party Thursday, May 30 starting at 2 p.m. at Justin Potter Library. Children set their own reading goal and will receive a participating certificate and other goodies at the Final Party on June 27. All events will be held at the library except the Final Party at the county complex.

Created and operated by Keith Trehy, AKA Mr. Bond, Science Guys began 20 years ago with Trehy as the original Science Guy. He operated the company for a decade before bringing on several other science enthusiasts, thus completing the Science Guys team.

Science Guys perform science shows across the states of Tennessee, Kentucky and Alabama from May to July, and get kids excited about science at the over 100 events they host.

Originally from London, Trehy was a science teacher for several years and also worked as an English teacher in countries around the world. Earning a business degree, he yearned to start his own business, so he put several fun science experiments together and took them on the road, as this was before the Internet. He adopted the nickname Mr. Bond, as a reference to chemical bonds.

He initially was part of a group called Mad Science of Nashville, but broke away and started the Science Guys shortly afterward because he wanted the freedom to run his own operation.

The Science Guys not only visit libraries with their science shows, but also host summer camps and attend birthday parties.

Each of the Science Guys has a different background. For instance, Trehy’s main Science Guy is an I.T. expert, while others are scientists from differing disciplines.

This year’s theme is “Space! A Universe of Stories,” and will include experiments about life in a space suit, rocket propulsion, centrifugal force, planets and orbits.

“Don’t worry. No library books will be harmed in the performance!” Trehy laughed.

He described his team as “edutainers” whose mission is to make science fun, cool and easy for kids of all ages. Every year, the “edutainers” cater their shows around the libraries’ summer reading program themes. Last year it was geology, the year before was superheroes and this year is space.

A Science Guys’ visit lasts approximately one hour, and Trehy said there is an entire universe of content crammed into this short time, stressing just how fun and interactive a Science Guys visit is.

“Parents will enjoy it just as much as the kids,” Trehy said. “Our mission is to show kids that science isn’t hard or scary. It’s easy and fun, and we hope to inspire these kids to grow up to chemists, architects, doctors, engineers or any other type of scientist.”

“Every year we have this challenge to cater a show to these summer reading programs,” Trehy added. “We have to engage nearly 150 kids at each show, so that’s always a fun challenge as well.”

Trehy encourages all science fans, young and old, to come out to the library and see just what a Science Guys show is all about.

Other Justin Potter Library’s Summer Reading Events:

*Thursday, June 6 at 2 p.m.: Edgar Evins State Park Rangers & Animal Friends

*Thursday, June 13 at 2 p.m.: Barry Mitchell’s Aliens, Astronauts and a Turtle in Space

*Thursday, June 20 at 2 p.m.: A Universe of Stories & Activities with DPC, Board of Education and UT Extension

*Thursday, June 27 at 2 p.m.: Final Party at the DeKalb County Complex Theater: Scott Humston’s Music, Magic, and Comedy

Alexandria Library Summer Events:

*Story Time & Activities Wednesday, June 5, 12, & 19 at 2 p.m.

For more information call Justin Potter Library at 615-597-4359

May 19, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

The men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom will be remembered in a special Memorial Day program Monday morning, May 27 at the DeKalb County Complex auditorium hosted by the American Legion Post #122.

The observance begins at 9:30 a.m. with patriotic music by Susan Hinton followed by a welcome from Commander William Edmonds at 10:00 a.m. and then the presentation of colors and pledge of allegiance by Boy Scout Troop #347.

Local minister Don Rigsby, also the guest speaker, will lead in prayer and a special DCHS Chorus will perform the National Anthem.

Judy Redmon, President of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary will pay tribute to fallen soldiers with a Memorial Day Remembrance followed by a moment of silence.

Following Rigsby’s remarks as guest speaker, Ronnie Redmon, Adjutant President of the American Legion Post 122 will make closing comments.

The audience will then be asked to gather at the veterans memorial monument outside the courthouse on the south side for the placement of a wreath where Josh Moon will blow taps.

May 19, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

DeKalb County High School now has a special place to pay tribute to graduates and alumni in the military.

Funded by a $500 Hometown Help grant through Middle Tennessee Natural Gas, a Military Honor Wall now graces the halls of DCHS thanks to the efforts of the Climate Crew and Mrs. Lisa Craig who volunteered to write the grant application.

“The Climate Crew worked with the maintenance department to get the wall completed and we are elated to be able to honor our current students that have enlisted in the military before graduation. We plan on adding engraved plates to honor the DCHS alumni that have served or are currently serving in the military,” said Sara Young, DCHS Climate Crew sponsor.

“If you would like to add your name or the name of a loved one to the military wall, the cost is $5 cash. You may bring it to the high school and pay Mrs. Jamie Cripps, Mrs. Sara Halliburton, or Mrs. Sara Young. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept cash this late in the year. We need the name, graduation year, and branch of the military they served or are serving in,” said Young.

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