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The Museum of Science will present “Science Magic” at 10:30 a.m. July 18, in the East Bridgewater Public Library. The program investigates the science behind the magic of several classic tricks, such as snatching a table cloth without disturbing the items on top, making a balloon fireproof, and using electromagnetism to defy gravity. As a grand finale, the museum’s presenter will demonstrate how science makes it safe to lie on a real bed of nails. No registration necessary; for more information contact Anne Vantran at 508-378-1616, ext. 2 or avantran@sailsinc.org.