The North Museum will hold its biggest fundraiser of the year, the ninth annual Cosmic Bash, on Saturday, April 20, at Foundry48, 100 W. Millport Road, Lititz. Hosted by WGAL News8 anchor and reporter Susan Shapiro, this year's event will explore the mysteries beneath the earth's surface. It will include a silent auction reception, gourmet dining experience, and live auction. Proceeds will benefit the museum's STEM education programs,

To purchase tickets by Monday, April 15, visit http://www.northmuseum.org/cosmic-bash or call 717-358-3941.

Now in its 72nd year, the North Museum serves thousands of local students and their families annually through its education initiatives in the museum, in the community, and at home. Offerings include field trips, early childhood education programs, summer camps, STEM Sisters, and the Science and Engineering Fair for middle and high school students. The programs are designed to create access to free and reduced-cost STEM learning opportunities and strengthen the foundation of youths in the Lancaster community and beyond.