BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.3//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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T190000 DTSTAMP:20241014T210335Z CREATED:20240930T192904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T210335Z UID:51547-1729789200-1729796400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Lexie's Idea Lab: Spine-Tingling Tales 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. Today\, we’ll channel the thrill of eerie accounts and supernatural stories. \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-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,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:20241024T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T190000 DTSTAMP:20241121T225854Z CREATED:20240921T060714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T225854Z UID:51379-1729789200-1729796400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Pressed Flower Bookmarks DESCRIPTION:Get creative with colorful botanicals from the Rooftop Ramble gardens and create your very own pressed flower bookmarks. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our Free Thursday Evenings\, 4 pm–8 pm. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-pressed-flower-bookmarks/ 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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Nature,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Pressed-Flower-Bookmarks.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T120000 DTSTAMP:20240921T060133Z CREATED:20240921T060119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T060133Z UID:51373-1729767600-1729771200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. 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! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Messy-Art.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T190000 DTSTAMP:20240921T051729Z CREATED:20240921T051726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T051729Z UID:51329-1729702800-1729710000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Meadowood Health Partnership Community Supper DESCRIPTION:Meet up with MCM Roadshow at Meadowood Health Partnership’s Community Supper. Join your neighbors and friends for a bite to eat and enjoy hands-on arts activities when the kids have finished their meals! \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-meadowood-health-partnership-community-supper-2/ LOCATION:Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, 5701 Raymond Road\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53711\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Roadshow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T113000 DTSTAMP:20241014T213158Z CREATED:20240921T055059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T213158Z UID:51363-1729681200-1729683000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim: Halloween Songs DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. Today we’ll bop along to seasonal\, spine-tingly Halloween songs! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-17/ 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:20241023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T113000 DTSTAMP:20240930T205031Z CREATED:20240921T053510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T205031Z UID:51342-1729677600-1729683000@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-25/ 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.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T110000 DTSTAMP:20240921T054411Z CREATED:20240921T054408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T054411Z UID:51353-1729677600-1729681200@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-20/ 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,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:20241020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T150000 DTSTAMP:20240930T211225Z CREATED:20240930T191140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T211225Z UID:51541-1729429200-1729436400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie: Scientific Fabric Art 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!  This week\, we’ll try exciting experiments with fabric to celebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-scientific-fabric-art/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES: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/Solar-Energy-Fun.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T120000 DTSTAMP:20241014T205633Z CREATED:20240922T053936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T205633Z UID:51431-1729420200-1729425600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Creepy Crafty Catapults DESCRIPTION:3… 2… 1… Launch! Make your own mini catapult and see how far a your pom pom (aka mini pumpkin\, with a sprinkle of imagination!) and other projectiles can fly. Learn about the physics of force and motion while launching objects of different weights and sizes. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-catapult-crafting-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Creepy-Catapults.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T150000 DTSTAMP:20241014T182458Z CREATED:20240923T024702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T182458Z UID:51461-1729342800-1729350000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Alebrijes Sculptures DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with a wide variety of art media and processes for all ages and abilities. Materials are included—and the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today\, we’ll create our own colorful creature sculptures\, inspired by Mexican artist Pedro Linares’ folk works\, called alebrijes. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-with-laurie-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,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:20241018T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T193000 DTSTAMP:20240930T204114Z CREATED:20240911T193308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T204114Z UID:51265-1729270800-1729279800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Member Party: Monster Mash DESCRIPTION:Little monsters take over the museum at our members-only Halloween bash! \n\n\n\nStep into your silliest costume and celebrate the spirit of the season with frightfully fun activities and (free!) light refreshments\, courtesy of MCM. \n\n\n\nThis event is for current museum members only. Registration is $10 per family (after MCM member discount.) \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\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/member-party-monster-mash/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Imaginative Play,Members Event,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Monster-Mash-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T143000 DTSTAMP:20240922T062527Z CREATED:20240922T062523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T062527Z UID:51447-1729258200-1729261800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory Worlds with Junko DESCRIPTION: Join Junko in the Celebrations Room 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-23/ 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-Worlds-Fall.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T150000 DTSTAMP:20240921T062858Z CREATED:20240921T062847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T062858Z UID:51390-1729256400-1729263600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day! DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! \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-10/ 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-Creations-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T190000 DTSTAMP:20240930T211216Z CREATED:20240930T192817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T211216Z UID:51545-1729184400-1729191600@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-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,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:20241017T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T200000 DTSTAMP:20241015T164622Z CREATED:20240923T042529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T164622Z UID:51474-1729180800-1729195200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Free Night: Science on the Square DESCRIPTION:Enjoy FREE admission 4-8 pm as part of Science on the Square\, an event for all ages that kicks off the Wisconsin Science Festival. Join us for hands-on STEM activities\, including: \n\n\n\n\nUW Neuroscience Outreach\, 5-7:45 pm: Join our friends from UW Neuroscience for brain-building activities and interact with REAL neurological specimens. \n\n\n\nMCM Wild Wonders: Squishy Circuits. 5-7 pm: Making circuits using play dough and LED lights.\n\n\n\nMCM Idea Lab\, 5-7 pm: Create art and storytelling projects with the Idea Machine\n\n\n\nSound Science: Enjoy an eerie\, unusual theremin and plastic bag percussion demo\, 5-6 pm  \n\n\n\nSound Science: Makey-Makey synthesizer demos\, 6-8 pm\n\n\n\nSound Science: UW Speech & Hearing Clinic: How do we hear?\n\n\n\nStory Time with Alice in Dairyland\, 5-5:15 pm and 6-6:15 pm\n\n\n\nWomen in Chemistry: How does the sun power chemical reactions?\n\n\n\nWisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom: Right this very minute on a Wisconsin farm…\n\n\n\nUW IBio Go: Get to know our aquatic invertebrate friends\n\n\n\nUW-Madison Hite Lab: How does a tiny parasite travel from the lake to the sky?\n\n\n\nUW-Madison Freedman and Whitman Lab: What can you see in the soil?\n\n\n\nUW-Madison Picasso Lab: Why are perennial plants and soil best friends? \n\n\n\nUW-Madison Research in Developmental Disabilities and Language Lab URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-night-science-on-the-square-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Free,Special Event,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Newsletter-Science-on-the-Square-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T113000 DTSTAMP:20240921T054936Z CREATED:20240921T054934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T054936Z UID:51361-1729076400-1729078200@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-16/ 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/Music-Time-with-Tim-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T110000 DTSTAMP:20241014T204816Z CREATED:20240830T062914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T204816Z UID:51135-1729074600-1729076400@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-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,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:20241016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T113000 DTSTAMP:20240921T053059Z CREATED:20240921T053057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T053059Z UID:51340-1729072800-1729078200@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-24/ 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.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T110000 DTSTAMP:20240930T203855Z CREATED:20240923T030432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T203855Z UID:51466-1729072800-1729076400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Co-op Kids: Produce Piano DESCRIPTION:Join MCM staff and friends from Willy Street Co-op to get creative with food in the Lunchbox cafe! Today\, we’ll experiment with an electronic produce piano composed of fresh fruits and veggies. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/co-op-kids-produce-piano-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/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Coop-Kids-Produce-Paino-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T110000 DTSTAMP:20240921T054309Z CREATED:20240921T054303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T054309Z UID:51351-1729072800-1729076400@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-19/ 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,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:20241013T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T150000 DTSTAMP:20240930T203616Z CREATED:20240930T190846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T203616Z UID:51538-1728824400-1728831600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie: Puppet Workshop 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\, you’ll create your own functional puppet friend! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-puppet-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES: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/Lets-Make-Marionette-Puppets.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T120000 DTSTAMP:20240930T210845Z CREATED:20240930T203530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T210845Z UID:51554-1728815400-1728820800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Autumn Leaf Art DESCRIPTION:Learn why leaves turn fiery colors in autumn\, and use those leaves to create a seasonal masterpiece. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-autumn-leaf-art-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Autumn-Leaf-Art-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T150000 DTSTAMP:20240923T024707Z CREATED:20240923T024659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T024707Z UID:51460-1728738000-1728745200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures with Laurie DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with a wide variety of art media and processes for all ages and abilities. Materials are included—and the best part? We take care of cleanup! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-with-laurie-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,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:20241012T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T120000 DTSTAMP:20240930T203318Z CREATED:20240921T195911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T203318Z UID:51427-1728729000-1728734400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Autumn Leaf Art DESCRIPTION:Learn why leaves turn fiery colors in autumn\, and use those leaves to create a seasonal masterpiece. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-autumn-leaf-art-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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Autumn-Leaf-Art-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T113000 DTSTAMP:20240923T024314Z CREATED:20240923T024311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T024314Z UID:51455-1728727200-1728732600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Guided Movement Games DESCRIPTION:Join our friends from Force of Nature Movement for guided movement games and open playtime in the Wonderground. We’ll be practicing organic skills such as climbing\, crawling\, jumping\, and running\, and playing games like the classic Floor is Lava. These games are designed for children ages 3-10 years\, but all are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/guided-movement-games/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Members Event,Physical Activity,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/ALT-Lets-Move.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T103000 DTSTAMP:20241005T030731Z CREATED:20241003T201843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T030731Z UID:51575-1728727200-1728729000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Percussion-Palooza with the Handphibians DESCRIPTION:Join the Handphibians for a free Brazilian percussion extravaganza at Rotary Plaza Stage\, just outside the museum’s front entrance! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/percussion-palooza-with-the-handphibians/ 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,Free,Imaginative Play,Music,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Handphibians-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T143000 DTSTAMP:20240922T062016Z CREATED:20240922T062013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T062016Z UID:51444-1728653400-1728657000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory Worlds with Junko DESCRIPTION: Join Junko in the Celebrations Room 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-22/ 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-Worlds-Fall.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T150000 DTSTAMP:20240921T062853Z CREATED:20240921T062837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T062853Z UID:51389-1728651600-1728658800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day! DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! \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-9/ 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-Creations-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T120000 DTSTAMP:20240921T062607Z CREATED:20240921T062605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T062607Z UID:51385-1728644400-1728648000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time DESCRIPTION:STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) activities foster children’s creativity\, ignite curiosity\, encourage divergent thinking\, and increase problem-solving skills as children explore the world around them. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time/ 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,Free with Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Science-Gardening-Web-Event-Images-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T200000 DTSTAMP:20241008T232200Z CREATED:20240910T231736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T232200Z UID:51253-1728579600-1728590400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Noche Gratuita en Celebración de la Herencia Hispana / Free Night: Hispanic Heritage Celebration DESCRIPTION:Únanse al Madison Children’s Museum en nuestra celebración anual de la herencia hispana el jueves 10 de octubre\, de 5 a 8 p. m. ¡Disfrute de una noche de música\, comida\, actividades artísticas\, espectáculos culturales y programas graciosos\, todo gratis! \n\n\n\nActuaciones\n\n\n\n\nDúo Pukra\, música del Perú\, 5:30 pm\, Wonderground\n\n\n\nDanza y música a cargo del Ballet Folklórico de María Díaz en el Wildernest\, 6:00 pm\n\n\n\nActuación musical de Ángela Puerta y amigos en el Wonderground\, 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nActividades\n\n\n\n\nPapitas fritas y salsa\, recién preparadas y gratis\, de 5:00 pm a 6:00 pm en el Rooftop Ramble\n\n\n\nMuestras gratuitas del restaurante local La Taguara (hasta agotar existencias)\, Lunchbox Cafe\n\n\n\nManualidad de calaveras de azúcar con el Centro de Educación Mariposa\, de 5 a 7 pm\, Art Studio\n\n\n\nArtesanía Banderas de América Latina\, 5 pm–7:30\, Art Studio\n\n\n\nElaboración de maracas con Jueguen y Aprendan\, de 5:30 a 7:30 pm\, Art Studio\n\n\n\nDesarrollo y migración de las mariposas Monarca en las artesanías de México\, 5:30–7:30 pm\, Celebrations Room\n\n\n\nManualidades con papel picado\, 5–8 pm\, Art Studio\n\n\n\nBúsqueda del tesoro\, 5–8 pm\, por todo el museo\n\n\n\n\n______________________Join Madison Children’s Museum for our annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Thursday\, October 10\, 5–8 pm. Enjoy a free evening of music\, food\, arts activities\, cultural performances\, and playful programs! \n\n\n\nPerformances \n\n\n\n\nDuo Pukra\, music from Peru\, 5:30 pm\, Wonderground\n\n\n\nDance and music by Ballet Folklórico de Maria Diaz in the Wildernest\, 6:00 pm\n\n\n\nMusic performance by Angela Puerta and friends in the Wonderground\, 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n\nFresh salsa and chips\, 5 pm–6 pm on the Rooftop Ramble\n\n\n\nFree samples from local restaurant La Taguara (while supplies last)\, lobby/cafe\n\n\n\nSugar skull craft with Mariposa Learning Center\, 5–7 pm in the Art Studio\n\n\n\nFlags of Latin America craft\, 5 pm–7:30 pm in the Art Studio classroom\n\n\n\nMaraca making with Play and Learn\, 5:30–7:30 pm in the Art Studio\n\n\n\nMonarch mariposas growth and migration in Mexico craft\, 5:30–7:30 pm in Celebrations Room\n\n\n\nPapel picado craft\, 5–8 pm in the Art Studio\n\n\n\nScavenger hunt\, 5–8 pm\, throughout the museum URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-night-hispanic-heritage-celebration-2/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Early Learning,Free,History,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Newsletter-Hispanic-Heritage-Celebration.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR