BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//com.denhaven2/NONSGML ri_cal gem//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DESCRIPTION:Parent Talk Lecture Series Presents: The Truth About Girls an d Boys \;\nA talk for parents and educators with author \nCaryl Rive rs and Rosalind Barnett on How Gender Myths are Hurting Our Relationship s\, Our Children\, and Our Jobs \; \;\nNeedham\, MA &ndash\; Par ent Talk\, a nonprofit\, volunteer organization in Boston&rsquo\;s Metro west area that supports families with young children\, hosts a lecture f or parents and educators with Caryl Rivers\, a professor of journalism a t Boston University and nationally known author and columnist\, and Rosa lind Barnett\, a senior scientist at the Women&rsquo\;s Studies Research Center at Brandeis University on Tuesday\, December 11\, 2012 at 7:30pm in the Newman Elementary School Auditorium (Registration and Dessert Re ception begin at 7 pm). \;\nGirls and boys are so different&mdash\;t heir learning styles\, brain development\, and cognitive and spatial abi lities&mdash\;that they need to be parented and educated in completely d ifferent ways. \; Right? \; Maybe not! \; In fact\, many per vasive generalizations about the &ldquo\;natural&rdquo\; differences bet ween the sexes are unfounded&mdash\;and these old\, unproven stereotypes ultimately are harmful to both girls and boys. \;\nJoin us for an e ye-opening presentation by Caryl Rivers\, a professor of journalism at B oston University and nationally known author and columnist\, and Rosalin d Barnett\, a senior scientist at the Women&rsquo\;s Studies Research Ce nter at Brandeis University. \; Co-authors of Same Difference: How G ender Myths are Hurting Our Relationships\, Our Children\, and Our Jobs and a new book\, The Truth About Girls and Boys: Challenging Toxic Stere otypes About Our Children\, these experts debunk widespread myths about sex differences and propose instead a less limiting approach that emphas izes each child&rsquo\;s individuality.\nPre-registration for the lectur e is strongly encouraged. To register\, go to www.parenttalk.info and cl ick on &ldquo\;Register for an Event&rdquo\;. \; Admission is free f or Parent Talk members\, $10 for non-members who pre-pay online (online registration closes one day before the lecture)\, and $15 at the door. D ue to the popularity of some lectures\, Parent Talk cannot guarantee ava ilability for walk-ins. No refunds.\nAbout Parent Talk\nParent Talk is a community-based organization helping families with young children conne ct\, learn\, play\, and grow together. We offer comprehensive enrichment activities designed to help members build relationships as well as educ ational tools and vehicles focused on child development and parenting. O ur membership is comprised of approximately 500 families residing in Nee dham\, Dover\, Westwood\, Natick and surrounding towns.\nParent Talk mem bers enjoy numerous benefits including playgroups\, newsletters\, lectur es\, free access to our indoor playspace\, free museum passes\, retail d iscounts\, reduced rates on select children&rsquo\;s classes\, family ac tivities\, and social events for children and parents. In addition\, Par ent Talk offers clubs and committees designed to engage members in the c ommunity and develop lifelong friendships.\nFounded in 1991\, Parent Tal k is a non-profit organization run entirely by a network of dedicated vo lunteers and holds a large and active presence in the local community. URL:http://needham.patch.com/events/parent-talk-lecture-series-presents-t he-truth-about-girls-and-boys SUMMARY:Parent Talk Lecture Series Presents The Truth About Girls and Boy s LOCATION:Newman Elementary School: 1155 Central Ave\, Needham\, MA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR