Girl Scouts to Host 'Exploring Medicine' Event

For children and adolescents, learning from role models is often one of the most important parts of a self-discovery process that can lead to a future career path.

Local role models will be well-represented on Saturday, Oct. 27, when the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania sponsor a "Girls Exploring Medicine" event at Pennridge High School in Perkasie from 1 to 5pm.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about what it's like to treat sick or injured animals, run one's own medical practice and help take care of teeth.

Several women medical professionals from the Saucon Valley area will participate in the event, including veterinarian Dr. Susan Ackermann, whose practice is in Hellertown.

The event is for girls in grades four through eighth, and there is an $8 cost to attend.

Pennridge High School is located at 1228 N. Fifth St., Perkasie.

For more information, call (610) 791-2411 or visit www.gsep.org.