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UID:52185-1734699600-1734706800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Clay Day: Ceramic Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll create colorful handmade ornaments with ceramic. \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. Image credit: Elsie Larson
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-ceramic-ornaments/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T120000
DTSTAMP:20241202T074352Z
CREATED:20241202T074349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T074352Z
UID:52203-1734692400-1734696000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Cinnamon Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Create fragrant and festive ornaments using cinnamon sticks for the holidays! \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. Image credit: Natalie Vecchione
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-cinnamon-ornaments/
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,Nature,STEM,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cinnamon-Ornaments-Tote-.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T110000
DTSTAMP:20241202T223642Z
CREATED:20241120T002317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T223642Z
UID:52084-1734690600-1734692400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Music with Junebug: Winter Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Music with Junebug\, led by Junko Yamauchi! \n\n\n\nThis program gives toddlers and preschoolers the opportunity to sing\, dance\, explore instruments\, and play. Music and movement activities promote brain development and connect us to our family and community. Today\, we’ll enjoy a special winter concert with MCM staff ringing bellplate renditions of your favorite holiday tunes.This event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-with-junebug-winter-concert/
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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Winter-Handbells-Concert.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T190000
DTSTAMP:20241202T073938Z
CREATED:20241127T170729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T073938Z
UID:52195-1734627600-1734634800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Lexie's Idea Lab
DESCRIPTION:Get your creativity flowing with Lexie in the Idea Lab! Practice different methods for generating 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-11/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T200000
DTSTAMP:20250825T134944Z
CREATED:20250130T011247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T134944Z
UID:53024-1734624000-1734638400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Visit MCM for free every Thursday evening\, 4–8 pm! \n\n\n\nEnjoy extended hours each Thursday\, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during free hours. \n\n\n\nLooking for more affordable ways to visit? During the rest of the week\, MCM offers reduced cost admission and memberships every day to families who qualify through our Access for Everyone initiative.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-thursday-evenings-16/
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,Early Learning,Free,Imaginative Play,Under 1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T200000
DTSTAMP:20241202T073745Z
CREATED:20241202T073740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T073745Z
UID:52247-1734624000-1734638400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Visit MCM for free every Thursday evening\, 4–8 pm! \n\n\n\nEnjoy extended hours each Thursday\, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during free hours. \n\n\n\nLooking for more affordable ways to visit? During the rest of the week\, MCM offers reduced cost admission and memberships every day to families who qualify through our Access for Everyone initiative.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-thursday-evenings-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,Early Learning,Free,Imaginative Play,Under 1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T143000
DTSTAMP:20241127T161153Z
CREATED:20241127T161149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T161153Z
UID:52192-1734615000-1734618600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Music Sprouts with Junko
DESCRIPTION:Music and movement for preschoolers!\n\n\n\nJoin Junko learn and experience to trial for registered class designed especially for 3-5.  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.  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-sprouts-with-junko-2/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T150000
DTSTAMP:20241126T180620Z
CREATED:20241126T180617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T180620Z
UID:52163-1734613200-1734620400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Snow Globe Photo Op!
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a last-minute handmade gift for an auntie or a grandparent? Pop into the Art Studio classroom\, where we’ll snap and print a pic of your child\, and transform them into the center of a laminated photo snow globe. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Michelle McKinley
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/snow-globe-photo-op/
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,Literacy,Special Event,Under 1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20241202T222525Z
CREATED:20241121T225243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T222525Z
UID:52147-1734606000-1734609600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Cinnamon Creations
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Laurie and our art studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed especially for our youngest visitors and caregivers. Little artists can explore materials and art making with their senses through open ended process-based projects. Best of all\, we do all the cleanup! Today\, we’ll use fragrant and festive cinnamon clay to create peppy holiday decorations. Please note\, these are non-toxic but NOT edible! There is glue in the formula\, so please smell but don’t taste. \n\n\n\n This event is free with general museum admission. Photo credit: Jean Van’t Hul
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-cinnamon-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,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T113000
DTSTAMP:20241121T212225Z
CREATED:20241121T212223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T212225Z
UID:52113-1734602400-1734607800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Let's Move! in the Wonderground
DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games in the Wonderground! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games\, balance activities\, and yoga\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-in-the-wonderground-51/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T100000
DTSTAMP:20241121T222950Z
CREATED:20241121T222948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T222950Z
UID:52140-1734600600-1734602400@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 will share stories and help 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-9/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T143000
DTSTAMP:20241121T222658Z
CREATED:20241121T222657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T222658Z
UID:52134-1734526800-1734532200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Jump 'n Jive with Junko and Abby
DESCRIPTION:Join Junko and Abby in the Wonderground each Wednesday 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-6/
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/Jump-n-Jive.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T113000
DTSTAMP:20241121T214755Z
CREATED:20241121T214754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T214755Z
UID:52128-1734519600-1734521400@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-25/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTSTAMP:20241202T224855Z
CREATED:20241121T212950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T224855Z
UID:52123-1734517800-1734519600@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-10/
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:20241218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T113000
DTSTAMP:20241121T212145Z
CREATED:20241121T212141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T212145Z
UID:52107-1734516000-1734521400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Let's Move! in the Wonderground
DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games in the Wonderground! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games\, balance activities\, and yoga\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-in-the-wonderground-50/
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:20241218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTSTAMP:20241127T154111Z
CREATED:20241127T154109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T154111Z
UID:52183-1734516000-1734519600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Co-op Kids: Culinary Coloring
DESCRIPTION:Join MCM staff and friends from Willy Street Co-op to get creative with food in the Lunchbox cafe! \n\n\n\nToday\, we’ll channel our culinary creativity with a coloring activity. This event is free with general admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/co-op-kids-culinary-coloring-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,Cooking,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Co-op-Kids.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTSTAMP:20241121T212414Z
CREATED:20241121T212412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T212414Z
UID:52116-1734516000-1734519600@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-27/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Art,Drop-in Program,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:20241215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T150000
DTSTAMP:20241202T222141Z
CREATED:20241127T152825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T222141Z
UID:52174-1734267600-1734274800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie: Embossed Foil Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Explore new materials and creative techniques through facilitated art activities and bring home hand-made treasures and trinkets. Projects vary each week and may include sculpture\, painting\, comics\, printmaking\, and more! Today\, we’ll create embossed foil ornaments to shine up your home for the holidays! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: KiwiCo
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-embossed-foil-ornaments/
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/Foil-Ornaments-KiwiCo.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T114500
DTSTAMP:20241112T031035Z
CREATED:20241112T031032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T031035Z
UID:52033-1734174000-1734176700@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Nutcracker Ballet Pop-Up with Dance Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. JoJean Retrum\, Artistic Director of Dance Wisconsin\, for a reading of Plum accompanied by dancers from Dance Wisconsin’s upcoming production of the Nutcracker. Plum\, by Sean Hayes and Scott Icenogle\, is a holiday story of magic and inclusion that introduces some of the Nutcracker story and tells children how the Sugar Plum Fairy got her wings. \n\n\n\nDiscover how pantomime plays a large part in storytelling ballet and get an introduction to some of the movements used in the Nutcracker ballet. Dancers from Dance Wisconsin will perform excerpts from the Nutcracker including Clara\, the Nutcracker\, a Marzipan candy and more! \n\n\n\nDance Wisconsin’s full-length production of the Nutcracker will be performed on December 21st and 22nd at 2:00 PM at the Wisconsin Union Theater\, Shannon Hall.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/nutcracker-ballet-pop-up-with-dance-wisconsin/
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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Nutcracker-with-Dance-Wisconsin.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T120000
DTSTAMP:20241126T204534Z
CREATED:20241126T204532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T204534Z
UID:52169-1734172200-1734177600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pine Cone Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Flex your fine motor skills and creativity while making festive pine cone ornaments to decorate your home for the holidays. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pine-cone-ornaments-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T113000
DTSTAMP:20241121T212131Z
CREATED:20241121T201828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T212131Z
UID:52105-1734170400-1734175800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Let's Move! in the Wonderground
DESCRIPTION:Join us for movement games in the Wonderground! From obstacle courses to dances\, group games\, balance activities\, and yoga\, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-move-in-the-wonderground-49/
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:20241213T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T210000
DTSTAMP:20241210T203100Z
CREATED:20241025T025808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T203100Z
UID:51764-1734111000-1734123600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Adult Swim: Holiday Kitsch-tacular
DESCRIPTION:Deck the halls with lots of glitter glue—Adult Swim gets kitschy for the holidays!\n\n\n\nAdult Swim: Holiday Kitsch-tacular is THIS FRIDAY! Don your ugliest sweater for an evening of tasteful tackiness and gaudy holiday glitz. With nostalgic gift-making stations\, tannenbaum-y trivia\, croonful tunes from MELVIS\, and festive beverages\, this night’s bound to make your spirits bright. \n\n\n\nTickets (21+ only)\n\n\n\n\n$20 advance\n\n\n\n$25 day of event\n\n\n\nGather round the craft table with 10 or more friends and get 10% off your ticket order.\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Activities\n\n\n\n\nBrewer Olympics with the Great Dane: Perform feats of strength\, stamina\, or sheer silliness in the Wonderground with our friends from Great Dane Pub & Brewing. \n\n\n\nHoliday Croon-tacular with MELVIS: 7 pm & 8 pm\n\n\n\nPremiere Trivia: Kitsch-tacular edition! 6\, 7\, and 8 pm\n\n\n\nPerler Parlor: Make your own 8-bit art in classic kid style to hang on your tree—or your backpack! \n\n\n\nDecoupage Lodge: Create the ultimate Mod Podge collage ornaments and get a sniff of that 1970s glue…and more!\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 jingling your way through the museum.  \n\n\n\nTicket cancellation/exchange policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult Swim is presented by\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/adult-swim-holiday-kitsch-tacular/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Adults,Includes Admission,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T143000
DTSTAMP:20241202T075349Z
CREATED:20241202T075345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T075349Z
UID:52258-1734096600-1734100200@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-26/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T150000
DTSTAMP:20241202T081003Z
CREATED:20241202T081000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T081003Z
UID:52264-1734094800-1734102000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Clay Day: Polymer Clay Snow People
DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “make and take” our very own little snow friends for the holiday season.  \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. Image credit: Rhythms of Play
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-polymer-clay-snow-people/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T120000
DTSTAMP:20241127T175440Z
CREATED:20241127T175436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T175440Z
UID:52200-1734087600-1734091200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Beaks\, Feathers\, & Adaptations
DESCRIPTION:How does a chicken snag snacks off the ground\, or a hawk glide through the air? Learn about the ways in which birds have adapted to thrive in their environment–through beaks\, feathers\, and more! \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-beaks-feathers-adaptations-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,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T110000
DTSTAMP:20241119T230004Z
CREATED:20241119T230001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T230004Z
UID:52081-1734085800-1734087600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Music with Junebug: "The Snowy Day" Storytime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Music with Junebug\, led by Junko Yamauchi! \n\n\n\nThis program gives toddlers and preschoolers the opportunity to sing\, dance\, explore instruments\, and play. Music and movement activities promote brain development and connect us to our family and community. Today\, we’ll enjoy musical storytime with talented MCM staff on piano and flute\, accompanying the story The Snowy Day. For today’s Music with Junebug location\, please ask at the desk! This event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-with-junebug-the-snowy-day-storytime-concert/
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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T190000
DTSTAMP:20241127T161342Z
CREATED:20241127T161329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T161342Z
UID:52194-1734022800-1734030000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Lexie's Idea Lab
DESCRIPTION:Get your creativity flowing with Lexie in the Idea Lab! Practice different methods for generating 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-10/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T190000
DTSTAMP:20241127T153914Z
CREATED:20241127T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T153914Z
UID:52001-1734022800-1734030000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Aventuras en Español: Gifts from the Heart
DESCRIPTION:¡Únete a Nuestro Taller Creativo Bilingüe para Niños\, Aventuras en Español! Trae a tus hijos a nuestro Taller Creativo para Niños\, una experiencia bilingüe donde podrán hablar en español mientras crean y se divierten. \n\n\n\nLos niños podrán decorar su propio marco de madera y ¡les tomaremos una foto Polaroid especial para colocar dentro! Deja que su creatividad brille mientras diseñan pulseras con cuentas de colores\, perfectas para regalar a alguien especial. Después de crear\, los niños podrán envolver sus creaciones con papel colorido\, cintas y pegatinas. Los niños también pueden hacer regalos con dibujos y mensajes cariñosos para compartir con otros niños de la comunidad. ¡Vamos a compartir amor y bondad!  \n\n\n\nEste taller es una excelente oportunidad para que los niños hablen en español mientras exploramos la creatividad en un entorno bilingüe. \n\n\n\nJoin our creative bilingual kids workshop\, Aventuras en Español! \n\n\n\nBring your kids to our reative creative kids workshop “Gifts from the Heart” – a bilingual experience where they can practice their Spanish while creating and having fun! Kids can get creative by painting and decorating their own wooden frames\, and we’ll even take a special Polaroid picture to put inside! Let their imaginations shine as they string together beads to make their own beautiful bracelets\, perfect for gifting to someone special! After crafting\, kids can wrap their creations with colorful paper\, ribbons\, and stickers. \n\n\n\nKids can also create gifts with heartfelt drawings and messages to share with other children in the community. Let’s spread love and kindness this season! This workshop is a wonderful opportunity for kids to speak in Spanish as we explore creativity together in a bilingual setting.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/aventuras-en-espanol-gifts-from-the-heart/
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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T190000
DTSTAMP:20241126T171045Z
CREATED:20241121T230636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T171045Z
UID:52153-1734022800-1734030000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: 3D Pen Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Get techy this holiday season! Create your own custom ornaments with our 3D printing pen. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our Free Thursday Evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. Image credit: Adobe Creative
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-3d-pen-ornaments/
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,Nature,STEM,Under 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T200000
DTSTAMP:20241202T073646Z
CREATED:20241202T073641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T073646Z
UID:52245-1734019200-1734033600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Visit MCM for free every Thursday evening\, 4–8 pm! \n\n\n\nEnjoy extended hours each Thursday\, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during free hours. \n\n\n\nLooking for more affordable ways to visit? During the rest of the week\, MCM offers reduced cost admission and memberships every day to families who qualify through our Access for Everyone initiative.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-thursday-evenings-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,Early Learning,Free,Imaginative Play,Under 1
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