OIB hosts IndGenius Science Literacy Day on Sept. 22

OIB hosts IndGenius Science Literacy Day on Sept. 22

The free family event takes place at New Horizons from noon to 6:30 p.m.

The Okanagan Indian Band is hosting IndGenius Science Literacy on Sept. 22 at New Horizons.

Located at 8 Bonneau Rd, the free family event is open to everyone and runs from noon to 6:30 p.m.

Presenters will be teaching about traditional medicine, kinesiology, nursing, computer science, fingerprinting, and more! Snacks and dinner will be provided.

For more information, visit www.okib.ca.

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