BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Madison Children's Museum 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: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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T192528Z CREATED:20250127T192525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T192528Z UID:52836-1739527200-1739532600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! with Abby DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games and balance activities\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change\, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information.This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-with-abby-8/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-Winter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T103000 DTSTAMP:20250127T214736Z CREATED:20250127T214734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T214736Z UID:52921-1739525400-1739529000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:Social time for babies and their grown-ups!\n\n\n\nThis playgroup is thoughtfully designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in activities that support various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! \n\n\n\nThis event will be held in the Celebrations Room and is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-32/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000 DTSTAMP:20250130T002015Z CREATED:20250128T001504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T002015Z UID:52971-1739466000-1739473200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Button-Making DESCRIPTION:Design and press your own handmade button pin! \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our Free Thursday Evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-button-making/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Cooking,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Button-Making.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T120000 DTSTAMP:20250127T204119Z CREATED:20250127T204117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T204119Z UID:52903-1739444400-1739448000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Spin Hearts DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie and our Art Studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed for MCM’s youngest visitors and their caregivers. Through open-ended & process-based projects\, empower your little artist to freely explore materials and art-making with their senses. And the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today\, we’ll paint colorful\, splashy Valentine hearts. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Kristina Buskirk URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-spin-hearts/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Spin-Hearts-crd-Kristina-Buskirk.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T192457Z CREATED:20250127T192456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T192457Z UID:52834-1739440800-1739446200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! with Abby DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games and balance activities\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change\, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information.This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-with-abby-7/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-Winter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T100000 DTSTAMP:20250127T202814Z CREATED:20250127T202811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T202814Z UID:52895-1739439000-1739440800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-14/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T141500 DTSTAMP:20250129T151857Z CREATED:20250128T003618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T151857Z UID:52980-1739367000-1739369700@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Jump 'n Jive with Junko and Abby DESCRIPTION:Join Junko and Abby in the Wonderground for movement and music games! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/jump-n-jive-with-junko-and-abby-8/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Music,Physical Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-WinterJump-n-Jive.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T201705Z CREATED:20250127T201703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T201705Z UID:52887-1739358000-1739359800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-30/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Music,Physical Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/NEW-Music-Time-with-Tim.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T110000 DTSTAMP:20250127T201136Z CREATED:20250127T201134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T201136Z UID:52879-1739356200-1739358000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Nice Age Tales DESCRIPTION:Join us for a story and circle time that connects children to kindness and nature. Sing songs\, interact with puppets\, listen to a story\, and move your body in this interactive weekly program. \n\n\n\nThis event will be held in the Nice Age Trail exhibit and is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/nice-age-tales-15/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Music,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/NEW-Nice-Age-Tales.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T192420Z CREATED:20250127T192419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T192420Z UID:52832-1739354400-1739359800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! with Abby DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games and balance activities\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change\, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information.This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-with-abby-6/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-Winter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T190000 DTSTAMP:20250128T014846Z CREATED:20250128T014845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T014846Z UID:52992-1739295000-1739300400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Lapham/Marquette Science Night DESCRIPTION:Join Roadshow and the Lapham-Marquette Parent Teacher Group for a night of hands-on science experiments and demonstrations in the Marquette/O’Keefe Field House. \n\n\n\nMadison Children’s Museum Roadshow brings mobile exhibits and maker activities to community events in Madison and the surrounding area. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/mcm-roadshow-lapham-marquette-science-night/ LOCATION:1501 Jenifer St\, Madison\, WI 53703\, 1501 Jenifer St\, Madison\, WI 53703\, Madison CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Roadshow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T113000 DTSTAMP:20250130T005529Z CREATED:20250124T221719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T005529Z UID:52813-1739264400-1739273400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Be My Baby: Valentine's Party DESCRIPTION:Join MCM for the most adorable Valentine’s-week party in town\, where everyone is just as sleep-deprived as you! Enjoy baby-and-toddler exclusive playtime\, social time for adults\, a footprint keepsake craft\, lovey-dovey Music with Junko\, and more! Bring your significant other\, or come with just you and your cherub (ages 0-3). Sorry\, no older kids allowed this time—the babies are taking over the museum! \n\n\n\nTickets for toddlers 1-3 yrs and adults are $5 each\, babies under 12 months and MCM members get in free! This event may sell out\, so we recommend you get your tickets in advance. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/be-my-baby-valentines-party-2/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Be-My-Baby-1.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:20250209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T150000 DTSTAMP:20250127T234719Z CREATED:20250127T234715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T234719Z UID:52960-1739106000-1739113200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie: Mixed Media Collages DESCRIPTION:Explore new materials and creative techniques through facilitated art activities and bring home hand-made treasures. Projects vary each week and may include sculpture\, painting\, comics\, printmaking\, and more! Today\, we’ll make collages with tissue paper\, shiny things\, and more! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-mixed-media-collages/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play 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:20250209T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T120000 DTSTAMP:20250130T002043Z CREATED:20250127T193939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T002043Z UID:52858-1739097000-1739102400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pompom Pals DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make pompoms out of yarn and take home your own fuzzy little friend. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pompom-pals-4/ 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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T150000 DTSTAMP:20250127T195543Z CREATED:20250127T195541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T195543Z UID:52867-1739019600-1739026800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Junk Jewelry Creations DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. We’ll offer projects in a wide variety of art media and art processes for all ages and abilities. Today\, we’ll create our own beautiful custom jewelry out of “junk” and recycled components. This event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Eleanor Ford URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-junk-jewelry-creations/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Junk-Jewelry-cred-Eleanor-Ford-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T120000 DTSTAMP:20250127T193848Z CREATED:20250127T193846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T193848Z UID:52854-1739010600-1739016000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pompom Pals DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make pompoms out of yarn and take home your own fuzzy little friend. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pompom-pals-3/ 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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T192346Z CREATED:20250127T192340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T192346Z UID:52830-1739008800-1739014200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! with Abby DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games and balance activities\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change\, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information.This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-with-abby-5/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-Winter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T210000 DTSTAMP:20250205T213855Z CREATED:20241214T074523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T213855Z UID:52432-1738949400-1738962000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Adult Swim: Heart Attack! DESCRIPTION:Give your heart a kickstart at Adult Swim!\n\n\n\nBring your bestie or your crush and experience the undeniable attraction of Adult Swim: Heart Attack! Indulge in a swoon-worthy night of frivolity and fun\, including stupidly cute crafts\, sparkling Shakespearean scenes\, charming custom cocktails\, and activites that’ll sweep you off your feet. \n\n\n\nAdult Swim Tickets & Add-On Deluxe Craft\n\n\n\n\n$20 advance\n\n\n\n$25 day of event\n\n\n\nBring the whole friend group and get 10% off your order of 10+ tickets!\n\n\n\nAdd our brand new *deluxe craft* for an elevated date night experience. $10/person!\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Your Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeart-stoppingly Cute Activities\n\n\n\n\nChromatic Kissing Booth: Strike a smoochable pose and snap some enchanting pics in the Rainbow Room\n\n\n\nPremiere Trivia: Heart Attack edition! Knowing stuff = hot\n\n\n\nDramatic Love Scenes: Fall head over heels for Madison Shakespeare Company as they present some of the most famous love scenes ever written\n\n\n\nGiant Operation Game: How do you mend a broken heart? With a giant tweezers\, of course!\n\n\n\nLove Notes Open Mic: Take in a dramatic reading of the cringiest lovestruck tidbits your heart can handle\n\n\n\nHeartthrob Scavenger Hunt: Find true love (or at least some ultra-cute prizes) out in the Wonderground\n\n\n\nNEW! Deluxe & Delightful Add-On Craft: Bring your date night to the next level with an exclusive activity facilitated by local artist Hannah Thorn (aka the Leaf Queen)! Hand-craft a heart magnet\, barrette\, or picture frame for your beloved. $10 per person\, spots limited!Add the deluxe craft tickets to your cart when you buy your Adult Swim tickets\, or if you’ve already purchased Swim tickets\, you can buy the deluxe craft tickets separately.\n\n\n\nPublic Health Madison & Dane County Rad Romance Quiz: What’s your intimacy IQ?\n\n\n\n\nSwoon-worthy Refreshments\n\n\n\n\nSend noods! Spice up the night with tantalizing offerings from Thailand in a Truck\n\n\n\nSip on exclusive Valentine-themed cocktails\, wine\, beer\, and NA optionsAll food & drink are available for purchase onsite!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Adult Swim?\n\n\n\nAdult Swim at Madison Children’s Museum borrows the public pool tradition of kicking out the kids so adults can have the place to themselves (just without actual swimming). Adult Swim makes space to play like a grown-up—crafting\, drinking\, and romancing your way through the museum.  \n\n\n\nTicket cancellation/exchange policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/adult-swim-heart-attack/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:For Adults,Includes Admission,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/WEB-Adult-Swim-Heart-Attack.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T143000 DTSTAMP:20250127T234124Z CREATED:20250127T234114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T234124Z UID:52952-1738935000-1738938600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory Worlds with Junko DESCRIPTION: Join Junko as we explore different sensory materials every week!Please note\, this program location may vary. Check at the admissions desk for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-worlds-with-junko-30/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Sensory-Art-Time-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T150000 DTSTAMP:20250127T232832Z CREATED:20250127T232831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T232832Z UID:52946-1738933200-1738940400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Ceramic Pinch Pots DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “clay it forward” with ceramic clay pinch pots. \n\n\n\nEach Friday\, join us for a different drop-in clay experience in the Art Studio. We’ll work with a variety of media–ceramic clay\, dough\, paper clay\, polymer clay\, and more. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-ceramic-pinch-pots-11/ 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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Clay-Day-Pinch-Pots.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T120000 DTSTAMP:20250127T231000Z CREATED:20250127T230957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T231000Z UID:52937-1738926000-1738929600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Marvelous Magnets DESCRIPTION:Experiment with magnets to see how they stick together and repel. Test them on a variety of objects and make your own magnet to bring home. \n\n\n\nJoin us each week for new STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) activities. These hands-on programs foster creativity\, ignite curiosity\, encourage divergent thinking\, build problem-solving skills\, and offer new ways for kids to explore the world around them. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-marvelous-magnets-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Time_-Magnet-Magic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T192211Z CREATED:20250127T192209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T192211Z UID:52828-1738922400-1738927800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! with Abby DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games and balance activities\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change\, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information.This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-with-abby-4/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-Winter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T103000 DTSTAMP:20250127T214647Z CREATED:20250127T214644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T214647Z UID:52918-1738920600-1738924200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:Social time for babies and their grown-ups!\n\n\n\nThis playgroup is thoughtfully designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in activities that support various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! \n\n\n\nThis event will be held in the Celebrations Room and is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-31/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T190000 DTSTAMP:20250205T213718Z CREATED:20250205T213716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T213718Z UID:53081-1738861200-1738868400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Wondrous Wind Tunnels DESCRIPTION:Come get swept up in the science of air currents. Test different materials and see if they soar in our mini wind tunnel. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our Free Thursday Evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-wondrous-wind-tunnels/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Cooking,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Science-Web-Event-Images-1-768x432-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T190000 DTSTAMP:20250127T204807Z CREATED:20250127T204805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T204807Z UID:52911-1738861200-1738868400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Lexie's Idea Lab DESCRIPTION:Get your creativity flowing with Lexie in the Idea Lab! Practice different methods for creating new art projects and storytelling concepts with guidance from the Idea Machine. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings\, 4 pm–8 pm every week. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lexies-idea-lab-15/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2024-Web-Events-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000 DTSTAMP:20250127T205956Z CREATED:20241230T200839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T205956Z UID:52508-1738841400-1738843200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Li'l Music with Junko: Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Get moving and grooving with your li’l one!\n\n\n\nDoes your baby or toddler love to move and groove? Join Junko for a 10-week registered class designed especially for littles\, 0–2 yrs. We’ll focus on singing together\, feeling rhythm and music in our bodies\, and exploring instruments! It’s a wonderful way to get out of the house and connect with your child through music and movement. This $50 class has 10 sessions (January 23–March 27)\, and requires online registration. The Li’l Music class fee does not include base museum admission. Section 1 runs 10:45–11:15 am; Section 2 runs 11:30 am–12:00 pm. \n\n\n\nDates: January 23–March 27 \n\n\n\nRegistration will continue until all spots in the class are full. \n\n\n\nPrice: $50 for 10 sessions \n\n\n\n\n11:30 am: Register Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:45 am: SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to read our cancellation and refund policies. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lil-music-with-junko-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Class,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2025-Events-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000 DTSTAMP:20250127T203436Z CREATED:20250127T203432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T203436Z UID:52901-1738839600-1738843200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Squishy Balloon Prints DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie and our Art Studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed for MCM’s youngest visitors and their caregivers. Through open-ended & process-based projects\, empower your little artist to freely explore materials and art-making with their senses. And the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today\, we’ll create layered paint prints with balloons. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Kate Smith URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-squishy-balloon-prints-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/March-2024-Web-Events-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T113000 DTSTAMP:20250127T192139Z CREATED:20250127T192136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T192139Z UID:52826-1738836000-1738841400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! with Abby DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games and balance activities\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change\, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information.This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-with-abby-3/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Move-Winter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T100000 DTSTAMP:20250227T184611Z CREATED:20250127T202728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T184611Z UID:52893-1738834200-1738836000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-13/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR