BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Madison Children's Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T153000 DTSTAMP:20260915T152340Z CREATED:20260902T135830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T152340Z UID:58785-1789914600-1789918200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 11-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (Unfortunately\, a phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them—please email ccummins@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, Sep 20–Dec 6\, 2:30-3:30 pm. (No class Nov 29 due to Thanksgiving) \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-14/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260805T173924Z CREATED:20260424T170500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T173924Z UID:57426-1786957200-1786964400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Camp Kindergarten 2026 DESCRIPTION:9–11 am\, Monday–Thursday\, August 17-20 \nChildren entering kindergarten in the fall will run like a gerbil\, create like an artist\, and think like a scientist. Each morning will start with free play time. Making new friends and playing together will help campers practice important kindergarten skills like turn-taking and standing in line\, and will encourage kindness and confidence. \nLed by Heather Davis\, MCM Family Learning and Research Manager\, this popular program helps children develop social emotional skills as they prepare to start the school year. \nCampers may pack a snack. All activities will take place on-site at MCM. \nFee: $100/child. Member discount 10%. \n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/camp-kindergarten/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Drop-in Program,Includes Admission,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Camp-Kindergarten.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T153000 DTSTAMP:20260113T222011Z CREATED:20260113T222010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T222011Z UID:56555-1770561000-1770564600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 10-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (Unfortunately\, a phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them—please email kkarlen@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, Feb 8–Apr 26\, 2:30-3:30 pm. (No class Mar 29 or Apr 5 due to UW spring break) \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Scratch\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-3/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T153000 DTSTAMP:20250903T183255Z CREATED:20250825T212746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T183255Z UID:55402-1758465000-1758468600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Fall 2025 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 10-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (Unfortunately\, a phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them—please email kkarlen@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, Sep 21–Nov 23\, 2:30-3:30 pm \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Scratch\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-fall-2025/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T110000 DTSTAMP:20250527T224219Z CREATED:20250527T224218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T224219Z UID:54475-1755507600-1755514800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Camp Kindergarten 2025 DESCRIPTION:Camp Kindergarten is designed to playfully foster social and behavioral skills useful for school readiness in children preparing to start kindergarten in the fall. \n\n\n\nKids will get to run like a gerbil\, create like an artist\, and think like a scientist\, all while practicing important social skills. Each morning begins with free play time. Making new friends and playing together will help campers practice important Kindergarten skills\, like turn-taking and standing in line\, and will encourage kindness and confidence.Led by Heather Davis\, MCM Family Learning and Research Manager\, this popular program helps children develop social emotional skills as they prepare to start the school year.   \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\n$100 per child\, MCM member discount is 10%This four-day camp runs Monday\, Aug 18 through Thursday\, Aug 21Campers may pack a snack. All activities will take place on site at MCM. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/camp-kindergarten-2025/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Drop-in Program,Includes Admission,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Camp-Kindergarten.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T120000 DTSTAMP:20250805T235422Z CREATED:20250527T201322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T235422Z UID:54450-1754647200-1754654400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Nature Nuts Drop-In Program DESCRIPTION:Is your child happiest with dirt under their nails and leaves in their hair? Does it take at least five minutes for them to list all their favorite animals? If so\, this drop-in nature workshop was designed with your kid in mind! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/nature-lovers-workshop-2/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Nature-Weaving-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T150000 DTSTAMP:20250618T151043Z CREATED:20250527T222903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T151043Z UID:54469-1753434000-1753455600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Gadget Gurus: 1-Day Rube Goldberg Workshop DESCRIPTION:Does your kiddo like to create\, invent or tinker? Join us for this one-day workshop where we’ll explore the ins and outs of Rube Goldberg machines.  Learning the basic principles of chain reactions\, we’ll work as a group to build one giant Rube Goldberg machine to achieve a shared goal. Join us at 2:30 for a run through of our creation!  This is a drop-off workshop for kids who have completed grades 1-4. Price includes admission for enrolled child. \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\n$70/child\, MCM member discount is 10% Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/gadget-gurus-rube-goldberg-workshop/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Gear-Gurus.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T130000 DTSTAMP:20250714T182540Z CREATED:20250527T212816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T182540Z UID:54467-1752829200-1752843600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Puppet Factory: Drop-in Workshop DESCRIPTION:Build it\, stitch it\, bring it to life! Stop in any time during this four-hour workshop to become puppet designers and performers. Using basic tools and materials\, practice basic sewing\, puppet-building\, and collaborative construction techniques. Free with museum admission; no registration required. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/puppet-workshop/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Art-Adventures_-Sew-Your-Own-Stuffie.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T130000 DTSTAMP:20250530T033424Z CREATED:20250527T212130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T033424Z UID:54465-1752224400-1752238800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Good Green Fun: 1-Day Workshop DESCRIPTION:This single-day STEM workshop invites kids to explore sustainability solutions and work together to design a city from their imaginations. They will embark on a sustainability scavenger hunt around the museum and use hands-on investigation to gain a better understanding of solar and wind power. They will build structures from an assortment of upcycled materials and use human energy to make lemonade! \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\n$55/child\, MCM member discount is 10% This is a drop-off workshop for kids who have completed grades 1-4. Price includes admission for enrolled child. Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nRead our cancellation policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sustainability-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Bike-Blender-Smoothies.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T153000 DTSTAMP:20250207T021431Z CREATED:20241220T215905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T021431Z UID:52454-1739111400-1739115000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sold Out: Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Spring 2025 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 9-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (Unfortunately\, a phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them\, please email kkarlen@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, Feb 9–March 16 & April 6–27\, 2:30-3:30 pm \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional support for Scratch Classes is provided by Catalent and Epic.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T130000 DTSTAMP:20240921T075959Z CREATED:20240921T074849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T075959Z UID:51404-1728207000-1728219600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Group Health Cooperative: Pediatric Flu Clinic (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:We’re inviting members of the Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin to get their flu shots at Madison Children’s Museum and enjoy a free day of play! \n\n\n\nThis pediatric flu clinic is available for eligible children age 2 through 12 years and their siblings/parents/caregivers. To participate\, at least one person in your GHC-SCW group must be within this age range. GHC-SCW members attending the clinic will receive free admission to Madison Children’s Museum for the day of their appointment. \n\n\n\nClinic times are available on Saturday\, October 5: 9 am – 3 pm\, and Saturday\, October 6: 9:30 am – 1 pm. Appointments are required; the clinic will not accept walk-ins. Due to limited availability\, GHC-SCW members should schedule early to secure an appointment. Appointments can be made by calling (608) 257-9700. Please note\, scheduling through GHCMyChart℠ is not available for this event. \n\n\n\nThe Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin seeks to ensure eligible children have the opportunity to be able to receive their flu vaccine at this clinic. For some\, not having reliable transportation may be a barrier to attending this event. Transportation assistance may be available for BadgerCare Plus members by calling MTM at (866) 907-1493\, or by using the bus stop directly outside the museum. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/group-health-cooperative-pediatric-flu-clinic-ghc-scw-members-only/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Cost/Registration,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/GHC-Flu-Clinic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T150000 DTSTAMP:20240921T075950Z CREATED:20240921T073653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T075950Z UID:51395-1728118800-1728140400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Group Health Cooperative: Pediatric Flu Clinic (Day 1) DESCRIPTION:We’re inviting members of the Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin to get their flu shots at Madison Children’s Museum and enjoy a free day of play! \n\n\n\nThis pediatric flu clinic is available for eligible children age 2 through 12 years and their siblings/parents/caregivers. To participate\, at least one person in your GHC-SCW group must be within this age range. GHC-SCW members attending the clinic will receive free admission to Madison Children’s Museum for the day of their appointment. \n\n\n\nClinic times are available on Saturday\, October 5: 9 am – 3 pm\, and Saturday\, October 6: 9:30 am – 1 pm. Appointments are required; the clinic will not accept walk-ins. Due to limited availability\, GHC-SCW members should schedule early to secure an appointment. Appointments can be made by calling (608) 257-9700. Please note\, scheduling through GHCMyChart℠ is not available for this event. \n\n\n\nThe Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin seeks to ensure eligible children have the opportunity to be able to receive their flu vaccine at this clinic. For some\, not having reliable transportation may be a barrier to attending this event. Transportation assistance may be available for BadgerCare Plus members by calling MTM at (866) 907-1493\, or by using the bus stop directly outside the museum. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-12/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Cost/Registration,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/GHC-Flu-Clinic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T153000 DTSTAMP:20240917T213232Z CREATED:20240827T230213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T213232Z UID:51041-1727015400-1727019000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Fall 2024 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 11-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (A phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them\, please email kkarlen@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, September 22–December 8\, 2:30-3:30 pm. No class on December 1 (closed for Thanksgiving weekend.) \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport for Scratch classes is provided by Catalent Biologics and Epic Systems.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240819T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240819T110000 DTSTAMP:20240816T181026Z CREATED:20240417T193222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T181026Z UID:47854-1724058000-1724065200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Camp Kindergarten\, 2024 Session C DESCRIPTION:for kids starting kindergarten in the fall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis four-day program runs Monday–Thursday\, 9–11 am. \n\n\n\nRegistration for Session C has closed. \n\n\n\nCamp Kindergarten is designed to playfully foster social and behavioral skills useful for school readiness in children starting kindergarten in the fall. \n\n\n\nThey’ll run like a gerbil\, create like an artist\, and think like a scientist. Each morning will start with free play time before the museum opens. Then they’ll do a craft or science activity and further explore the museum’s exhibits. Making new friends and playing together will help campers practice important kindergarten skills like turn-taking and standing in line\, and will encourage kindness and confidence.  \n\n\n\n Campers may pack a snack. All activities will take place on-site at MCM. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/camp-kindergarten-2024-session-c/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Drop-in Program,Includes Admission,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Camp-Kindergarten.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240812T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240812T110000 DTSTAMP:20240809T170301Z CREATED:20240417T192939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T170301Z UID:47851-1723453200-1723460400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Camp Kindergarten\, 2024 Session B - Sold Out DESCRIPTION:for kids starting kindergarten in the fall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis four-day program runs Monday–Thursday\, 9–11 am. \n\n\n\nCamp Kindergarten is designed to playfully foster social and behavioral skills useful for school readiness in children starting kindergarten in the fall. \n\n\n\nThey’ll run like a gerbil\, create like an artist\, and think like a scientist. Each morning will start with free play time before the museum opens. Then they’ll do a craft or science activity and further explore the museum’s exhibits. Making new friends and playing together will help campers practice important kindergarten skills like turn-taking and standing in line\, and will encourage kindness and confidence.  \n\n\n\n Campers may pack a snack. All activities will take place on-site at MCM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSold Out URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/camp-kindergarten-2024-session-b/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Drop-in Program,Includes Admission,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Camp-Kindergarten.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T110000 DTSTAMP:20240802T163037Z CREATED:20240417T192312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T163037Z UID:47847-1722848400-1722855600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Camp Kindergarten\, 2024 Session A SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:for kids starting kindergarten in the fall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession A (August 5-8) is full.  \n\n\n\nThis four-day program runs Monday–Thursday\, 9–11 am. \n\n\n\nCamp Kindergarten is designed to playfully foster social and behavioral skills useful for school readiness in children starting kindergarten in the fall. \n\n\n\nThey’ll run like a gerbil\, create like an artist\, and think like a scientist. Each morning will start with free play time before the museum opens. Then they’ll do a craft or science activity and further explore the museum’s exhibits. Making new friends and playing together will help campers practice important kindergarten skills like turn-taking and standing in line\, and will encourage kindness and confidence.  \n\n\n\nCampers may pack a snack. All activities will take place on site at MCM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Session AAug. 5–8 URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/camp-kindergarten-2024-session-a/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Drop-in Program,Includes Admission,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Camp-Kindergarten.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T130000 DTSTAMP:20240725T160212Z CREATED:20240417T190326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T160212Z UID:47836-1721984400-1721998800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Metalworking Workshop DESCRIPTION:This workshop is totally metal! Perfect for any aspiring artist who wants to take their work 3D\, metalworking allows for limitless creativity and experimentation. (Don’t worry\, this workshop introduces metal in kid-safe ways; we save the hammers and anvils until they’re a wee bit older!)  \n\n\n\nKids will learn how to use hand tools to form\, twist\, and stamp soft metal. Then they will create their own unique wearable art and miniature sculptures. \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\nThis is a drop-off workshop for kids age 6–10. Price includes admission for enrolled child. Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nRead our cancellation policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/metalworking-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Nature-Weaving-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T130000 DTSTAMP:20250527T200704Z CREATED:20240417T190158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200704Z UID:47834-1721379600-1721394000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Nature Lovers Workshop DESCRIPTION:Is your child happiest with dirt under their nails and seeds in their hair? Does it take at least five minutes for them to list all of their favorite animals? If so\, this workshop was designed with your kid in mind! \n\n\n\nKids will venture through the wilder side of Madison Children’s Museum as they harvest plants from the museum garden for projects that fuse art and science. Then they’ll get up close with the museum’s education animals\, plant seeds\, taste museum-grown food\, and much more.  \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\nThis is a drop-off workshop for kids age 6–10. Price includes admission for enrolled child. Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nRead our cancellation policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/nature-lovers-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Nature-Weaving-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T130000 DTSTAMP:20240424T142447Z CREATED:20240417T190041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T142447Z UID:47831-1720774800-1720789200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Woodworking Workshop (sold out) DESCRIPTION:From soaring structures to delicate sculptures\, humans have been making amazing things out of wood for 90\,000 years. Now it’s your kid’s turn! \n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, kids will learn to cut\, shape\, drill\, sand\, and create with wood. Using hand tools they’ll transform wood scrap pieces into sculptures. \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\nThis is a drop-off workshop for kids age 6–10. Price includes admission for enrolled child. Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Waitlist\n\n\n\n\nRead our cancellation policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/woodworking-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Nature-Weaving-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T153000 DTSTAMP:20240129T195759Z CREATED:20240110T190448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T195759Z UID:43771-1707661800-1707665400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Spring 2024 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 10-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (A phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, February 11–April 28\, 2:30-3:30 pm. No class on March 24 & 31 due to spring break. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Scratch\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-4/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR