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Saturday, June 28, 2008
What's in a name?
We spent months picking out names for our kids. In the end, it was a matter of choosing from the few that had not been ruled out by either one of us. And I can't say that everyone in the extended family was happy with what we chose. As it turns out, naming a children's museum isn't any easier. First of all, a lot of people choke the word museum. If velvet ropes and tiny cards that say "don't touch" come to your mind, you're not alone. And there are more creative names out there. On the other hand, if you've been to a children's museum even once, then you know what to expect: lots of hands-on play, larger-than-life toys, and the kind of learning experience that makes you hungry for more. Place-names are problematic, too... Do you personally identify with The Leatherstocking Region? Are we The Upper-Catskills? Tri-County? One thing is clear: the name of this museum needs to reflect this community. I hope you'll comment with your thoughts.
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