BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.3//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: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:20241004T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T120000 DTSTAMP:20240930T200410Z CREATED:20240921T062033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T200410Z UID:51383-1728039600-1728043200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Toothpick Engineers DESCRIPTION:The sky’s the limit on these tiny but mighty toothpick structures. Practice your engineering skills\, explore the stability of triangles versus rectangles\, and challenge yourself to build high! \n\n\n\nSTEAM (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-toothpick-engineers-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,Free with Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Toothpick-Builders.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T190000 DTSTAMP:20240930T210700Z CREATED:20240930T192003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T210700Z UID:51543-1727974800-1727982000@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-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,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Art-Event-Image-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T190000 DTSTAMP:20240930T200238Z CREATED:20240921T061810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T200238Z UID:51381-1727974800-1727982000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Adopt a Succulent DESCRIPTION:Decorate a paper cup planter to bring home a cutting from MCM’s Rooftop’s succulents! Learn to take care of your new friend\, so you can help it grow and thrive. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-adopt-a-succulent/ 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/Exploration-Station-Plant-a-Succulent.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T113000 DTSTAMP:20240921T054716Z CREATED:20240921T054712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T054716Z UID:51357-1727866800-1727868600@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-14/ 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:20241002T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T110000 DTSTAMP:20240930T200140Z CREATED:20240830T062637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T200140Z UID:51131-1727865000-1727866800@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 bodies 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-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,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Music,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Nice-Age-Tales.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T113000 DTSTAMP:20240921T052909Z CREATED:20240921T052906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T052909Z UID:51336-1727863200-1727868600@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-22/ 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:20241002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T110000 DTSTAMP:20240921T053700Z CREATED:20240921T053658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T053700Z UID:51344-1727863200-1727866800@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-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,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:20240929T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T150000 DTSTAMP:20240909T224006Z CREATED:20240830T012723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T224006Z UID:51114-1727614800-1727622000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie: Stamp Making 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\, make your mark and create custom\, hand-made stamps. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Jackie Currie URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-stamp-making/ 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/Lets-Make-Stamps.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T150000 DTSTAMP:20240920T192804Z CREATED:20240920T192801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T192804Z UID:51320-1727528400-1727535600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Harmony Apartments DESCRIPTION:Meet up with MCM Roadshow at Harmony Apartments for hands-on activities with our team! Join MCM’s outdoor recreation specialist for movement games and active fun\, alongside art projects facilitated by the Roadshow team. \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-harmony-apartments-2/ LOCATION:Galaxy Park\, 132 Milky Way\, Madison\, Wisconsin CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Roadshow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T150000 DTSTAMP:20240909T233149Z CREATED:20240830T005643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T233149Z UID:51107-1727528400-1727535600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures with Laurie (Worldwide Day of Play) DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience with Laurie and our Art Studio team for Worldwide Day of Play! 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-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,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:20240928T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T120000 DTSTAMP:20240909T233226Z CREATED:20240830T013046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T233226Z UID:51102-1727519400-1727524800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Giant Bubbles (Worldwide Day of Play) DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play with us and create ginormous bubbles on the Rooftop Ramble. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-giant-bubbles-worldwide-day-of-play/ 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,Imaginative Play,Nature,Special Event,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Expl-Stat-Giant-Bubbles-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T110000 DTSTAMP:20240909T233843Z CREATED:20240831T011124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T233843Z UID:51189-1727519400-1727521200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Guided Movement Games (Worldwide Day of Play) DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play with our friend Shelby from Force of Nature Movement! Come down to the Wonderground for guided movement games and open play time. We’ll practice intuitive movement skills like climbing\, crawling\, jumping\, and running (to each child’s comfort level and ability.) This program is designed for children 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-worldwide-day-of-play/ 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,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Games-in-the-Wonderground-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T130000 DTSTAMP:20240909T234328Z CREATED:20240831T010433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T234328Z UID:51186-1727517600-1727528400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:What's in Your Lunchbox? with UW CALS (Worldwide Day of Play) DESCRIPTION:Kick off Worldwide Day of Play with our friends from the UW College of Agricultural and Life Sciences! Learn more about the origins of your food\, from farm to lunch table. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Kevin Rej URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/whats-in-your-lunchbox-with-uw-college-of-agricultural-and-life-sciences/ 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,Free with Admission,Nature,Special Event,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Whats-in-Your-Lunchbox.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T160000 DTSTAMP:20240927T161526Z CREATED:20230830T174614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T161526Z UID:42383-1727514000-1727539200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Worldwide Day of Play at MCM DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play at Madison Children’s Museum on Saturday\, September 28\, 2024. Find brand new ways to play in the Wonderground\, learn about your food’s journey from farm to lunch table\, create ginormous bubbles on the Rooftop Ramble\, and let your creativity flow in the Art Studio! \n\n\n\nFeatured Activities\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s in Your Lunchbox? with UW College of Agricultural and Life Sciences\, 10:00 am–1:00 pm\n\n\n\nGuided Movement Games with Force of Nature Movement\, 10:30 am–11:00 am in the Wonderground\n\n\n\nExploration Station: Giant Bubbles\, 10:30 am–12:00 pm on the Rooftop Ramble\n\n\n\nSaturday Art Adventures with Laurie\, 1:00 pm–3:00 pm in the Art Studio\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll activities are free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/worldwide-day-of-play-at-mcm/ 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,Imaginative Play,Nature,Special Event,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Worldwide-Day-of-Play-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T150000 DTSTAMP:20240831T004025Z CREATED:20240831T004023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T004025Z UID:51181-1727442000-1727449200@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-7/ 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:20240927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T120000 DTSTAMP:20240909T224954Z CREATED:20240831T002856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T224954Z UID:51177-1727434800-1727438400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Chemical Reactions DESCRIPTION:Learn about the chemicals contained in everyday kitchen ingredients and discover how they react with one another! Step into the role of a scientist and test these safe combinations with hands-on experimentation. \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-chemical-reactions/ 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,Cooking,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,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:20240927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T113000 DTSTAMP:20240830T001444Z CREATED:20240830T001440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T001444Z UID:51093-1727431200-1727436600@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-21/ 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:20240926T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T190000 DTSTAMP:20240909T223907Z CREATED:20240831T001105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T223907Z UID:51166-1727370000-1727377200@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-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,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Art-Event-Image-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T143000 DTSTAMP:20240831T000256Z CREATED:20240831T000255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T000256Z UID:51162-1727357400-1727361000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory Worlds with Junko DESCRIPTION: Join Junko in the Urb Garden as we explore different sensory materials every week!  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-worlds-with-junko-21/ 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/Cabin-Life_-Garden-Harvest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T120000 DTSTAMP:20240830T233706Z CREATED:20240830T233705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T233706Z UID:51158-1727348400-1727352000@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-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,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:20240926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T113000 DTSTAMP:20240829T233908Z CREATED:20240829T233906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T233908Z UID:51091-1727344800-1727350200@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-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,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:20240925T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T143000 DTSTAMP:20240831T034224Z CREATED:20240831T034223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T034224Z UID:51192-1727269200-1727274600@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-2/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T113000 DTSTAMP:20240830T063906Z CREATED:20240830T063904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T063906Z UID:51141-1727262000-1727263800@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-12/ 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:20240925T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T110000 DTSTAMP:20240909T174029Z CREATED:20240830T060504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T174029Z UID:51129-1727260200-1727262000@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 bodies 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-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,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Music,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Nice-Age-Tales.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T113000 DTSTAMP:20240829T233823Z CREATED:20240829T233816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T233823Z UID:51089-1727258400-1727263800@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-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,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:20240925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T110000 DTSTAMP:20240830T052827Z CREATED:20240830T052826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T052827Z UID:51122-1727258400-1727262000@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-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,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:20240922T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T153000 DTSTAMP:20240917T213232Z CREATED:20240827T230213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T213232Z UID:51041-1727015400-1727019000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Fall 2024 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 11-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (A phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them\, please email kkarlen@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, September 22–December 8\, 2:30-3:30 pm. No class on December 1 (closed for Thanksgiving weekend.) \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport for Scratch classes is provided by Catalent Biologics and Epic Systems.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T150000 DTSTAMP:20240921T055353Z CREATED:20240830T010740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T055353Z UID:51112-1727010000-1727017200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie 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! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-cyanotype-banners/ 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/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/coops-to-cathedrals-opening-60_35221191436_o-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T120000 DTSTAMP:20240909T193931Z CREATED:20240830T004222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T193931Z UID:51100-1727001000-1727006400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Nature Painting DESCRIPTION:Create your own unique nature painting! Experiment with leaves\, flowers\, sticks\, and pinecones as materials to apply paint and see what organic patterns you can create. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-nature-painting/ 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,Nature,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life_-Garden-Harvest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T150000 DTSTAMP:20240830T005545Z CREATED:20240830T005543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T005545Z UID:51105-1726923600-1726930800@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-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,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 END:VCALENDAR