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:20240621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T150000 DTSTAMP:20240617T154808Z CREATED:20240603T172736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T154808Z UID:50081-1718964000-1718982000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Make Music Madison DESCRIPTION:Madison Children’s Museum hosts a stage for the city’s annual Make Music Madison event! Enjoy free\, family-friendly live music at Rotary Plaza Stage\, just outside the museum’s front entrance. In the event of rain\, performances will take place in the Museum’s Community Concourse. \n\n\n\nRotary Plaza Stage (outdoors) \n\n\n\n10–10:30 am\, Madison Children’s Museum staff band10:45–11:15 am\, Beni Daiko Taiko Ensemble11:30 am–12 pm\, Mass Appeal: Hambone Workshop with the Phenomenal NeBo12:15–1:15 pm\, Mass Appeal: Harmonica workshop and concert with DeWayne “Harmonica Man” Keyes1:30–2:30 pm\, Collin Queen\, singer/songwriter \n\n\n\nMCM Community Concourse (indoor lobby) \n\n\n\n10–3 pm\, Makey Makey workshop with DJ 17.2m (aka Scott Fradkin). Turn everyday objects into experimental synthesizers!   \n\n\n\nMake Music Madison joins the global Make Music day\, with 1000+ Madison musicians performing 400 shows at 100 venues! Find a complete schedule at the Make Music Madison website. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/make-music-madison/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Free,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Make-Music-Madison-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T190000 DTSTAMP:20240523T035004Z CREATED:20240523T035000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T035004Z UID:49920-1718902800-1718910000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Yarn & Stick Suns DESCRIPTION:Create colorful\, sun-inspired art with vibrant yarn and sticks. This tactile activity is a perfect for little ones practicing fine motor control and hand-eye coordination! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Ana Ziengel URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-yarn-stick-suns/ 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/Image-credit-Ana-Ziengel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T222813Z CREATED:20240522T222810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T222813Z UID:49821-1718890200-1718895600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-13/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T143000 DTSTAMP:20240523T030647Z CREATED:20240523T030645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T030647Z UID:49914-1718890200-1718893800@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-9/ 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:20240619T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T222728Z CREATED:20240522T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T222728Z UID:49819-1718803800-1718809200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-12/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T143000 DTSTAMP:20240523T030306Z CREATED:20240523T030305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T030306Z UID:49908-1718803800-1718807400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Playdough Party with Junko DESCRIPTION:Join Junko each Wednesday to create your own scented playdough that’s a squishy\, smush-able sensory delight. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/playdough-party-with-junko-10/ 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/Playdough-Party-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T120000 DTSTAMP:20240523T061614Z CREATED:20240523T040120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T061614Z UID:49926-1718793000-1718798400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Whimsical Weather Crafts DESCRIPTION:Rain or shine\, we’re making crafts inspired by the day’s weather! Possible crafts include kites\, sun paper art\, rain art\, and other weather-related creative projects. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-whimsical-weather-crafts-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,Nature,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lets-Make-Leather-Crafts.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T150000 DTSTAMP:20240523T025939Z CREATED:20240523T025937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T025939Z UID:49900-1718542800-1718550000@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-29/ 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/Member-Morning-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T120000 DTSTAMP:20240523T020223Z CREATED:20240523T020214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T020223Z UID:49883-1718533800-1718539200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Wood Slice Necklaces DESCRIPTION:Investigate how trees age by counting the rings of “tree cookies”\, then make a decorated necklace of your own as a keepsake. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-wood-slice-necklaces-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,Imaginative Play,Nature,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lava-Lamp-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T222418Z CREATED:20240522T222415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T222418Z UID:49817-1718458200-1718463600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-11/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T150000 DTSTAMP:20240523T010949Z CREATED:20240522T234507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T010949Z UID:49863-1718456400-1718463600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Make-and-Take Mosaics 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\, you’ll create your very own mosaic masterpiece to take home. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-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-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T180000 DTSTAMP:20240604T171718Z CREATED:20240523T041037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T171718Z UID:49682-1718452800-1718474400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Juneteenth Celebration in the Park DESCRIPTION:Join MCM Roadshow for a joyful Juneteenth celebration and parade hosted by the Kujichagulia Madison Center for Self-Determination. Don’t miss the Twenty-Second Annual Juneteenth Parade\, which will depart at 10:45 from Fountain of Life Church (655 West Badger Road) and proceed down Park Street to Penn Park. Once you’ve reached the park\, enjoy an afternoon full of activities and events celebrating Black history\, heritage\, and freedom. Find us in the kids’ area and join us for art-making activities. \n\n\n\nMadison Children’s Museum Roadshow brings mobile exhibits\, maker activities\, and more to community events in Madison and the surrounding area. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/mcm-roadshow-juneteenth-celebration-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Penn Park\, 2101 Fisher Street\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Roadshow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T120000 DTSTAMP:20240523T020056Z CREATED:20240523T020053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T020056Z UID:49881-1718447400-1718452800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Wood Slice Necklaces DESCRIPTION:Investigate how trees age by counting the rings of “tree cookies”\, then make a decorated necklace of your own as a keepsake. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-wood-slice-necklaces/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lava-Lamp-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T110000 DTSTAMP:20240522T185716Z CREATED:20240522T185714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T185716Z UID:49795-1718445600-1718449200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Garden Babies DESCRIPTION:Enjoy sunny Saturday mornings in the Urb Garden with your little one. Join us for special baby-friendly activities just outside the Wildernest. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/garden-babies-10/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Nature,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Garden-Babies-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T222343Z CREATED:20240522T222336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T222343Z UID:49815-1718371800-1718377200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-10/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T233454Z CREATED:20240522T233449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T233454Z UID:49855-1718370000-1718377200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Polymer Clay Pins DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “make and take” custom pins with polymer 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-polymer-clay-pins-3/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Clay-Day-Textured-Clay-Cut-Outs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T120000 DTSTAMP:20240522T231322Z CREATED:20240522T231320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T231322Z UID:49847-1718362800-1718366400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Paper Helicopters DESCRIPTION:Channel your inner aviation engineer and create your own paper helicopter! Launch it off the Wonderground climber\, see the impact of your design choices\, and create again. \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-paper-helicopters/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/June-2024-Web-Events-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T190000 DTSTAMP:20240523T032221Z CREATED:20240523T032218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T032221Z UID:49918-1718298000-1718305200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Recycled Paper-Making DESCRIPTION:Create your own sustainable stationery with recycled paper and water! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-recycled-paper-making/ 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/Earth-Day-Seed-Paper.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T222310Z CREATED:20240522T222301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T222310Z UID:49813-1718285400-1718290800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-9/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T143000 DTSTAMP:20240523T030555Z CREATED:20240523T030552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T030555Z UID:49912-1718285400-1718289000@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-8/ 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:20240612T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T224156Z CREATED:20240522T224151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T224156Z UID:49837-1718200800-1718204400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Cabin Life: Quill & Ink DESCRIPTION:Make your mark with a feathery flourish. Explore writing utensils from early European history through a hands-on quill and ink activity. \n\n\n\nCabin Life invites you each week to try crafts and activities from the time of our historic 1840s log cabin. This event is free with general museum admission. \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/cabin-life-quill-ink-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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,History,Literacy,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life_-Quill-Ink.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T143000 DTSTAMP:20240523T030225Z CREATED:20240523T030223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T030225Z UID:49906-1718199000-1718202600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Playdough Party with Junko DESCRIPTION:Join Junko each Wednesday to create your own scented playdough that’s a squishy\, smush-able sensory delight. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/playdough-party-with-junko-9/ 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/Playdough-Party-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T120000 DTSTAMP:20240523T014403Z CREATED:20240523T014401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T014403Z UID:49879-1718188200-1718193600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Seed Planting DESCRIPTION: Start your own mini-garden by planting seeds to take home\, and decorate your own one-of-a-kind paper plant pot! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-seed-planting/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Planting-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T110000 DTSTAMP:20240611T012700Z CREATED:20240611T012656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T012700Z UID:50108-1718184600-1718190000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Daytime Astronomy: Exploring the Sun & Planets DESCRIPTION:Join astronomers from the American Astronomical Society for daytime skygazing activities and an art project exploring the sun and planets. Make a UV-reactive bead bracelet\, view the sun safely in the sky\, and color a crater! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/daytime-astronomy-exploring-the-sun-planets/ 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,Special Event,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Sun-Astronomy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T150000 DTSTAMP:20240523T025907Z CREATED:20240523T025905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T025907Z UID:49898-1717938000-1717945200@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-28/ 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/Member-Morning-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T123000 DTSTAMP:20240523T022842Z CREATED:20240523T014114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T022842Z UID:49875-1717929000-1717936200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Sun-sational Tea DESCRIPTION:Soak up the sun and taste the Wisconsin summer! Harvest fresh herbs from our cabin garden and enjoy a refreshing batch of museum-made sun tea. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. \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/exploration-station-sun-sational-tea/ 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,Cooking,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,History,Imaginative Play,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life-Sun-Tea.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T120000 DTSTAMP:20240523T045318Z CREATED:20240523T045313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T045318Z UID:49946-1717923600-1717934400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Northside Farmer's Market DESCRIPTION:Join MCM Roadshow at the Sunday Northside Farmer’s Market\, hosted on the intersection of Sherman Avenue and Northport Drive. Shop for fresh fruits and veggies\, enjoy local treats\, and keep little ones entertained with art and maker activities! \n\n\n\nMadison Children’s Museum Roadshow brings mobile exhibits\, maker activities\, and more to community events in Madison and the surrounding area. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/mcm-roadshow-northside-farmers-market/ LOCATION:55 S. Gammon Road\, 55 S. Gammon Road\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53717\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Roadshow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T221631Z CREATED:20240522T221628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T221631Z UID:49809-1717853400-1717858800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-4/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T150000 DTSTAMP:20240522T234233Z CREATED:20240522T234227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T234233Z UID:49861-1717851600-1717858800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures 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 for SummerPalooza! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures/ 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:20240608T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T160000 DTSTAMP:20240605T204210Z CREATED:20240423T202923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T204210Z UID:48094-1717837200-1717862400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Free Day: SummerPalooza DESCRIPTION:MCM’s 11th annual free family celebration and kickoff-to-summer returns to the Capitol Square! SummerPalooza includes free museum admission all day (9 am–4 pm)\, along with exciting activities\, guest programs\, and live entertainment. Be sure to “take a walk in their paws” and enjoy our brand new nature exhibit\, the Nice Age Trail! \n\n\n\nPerformances at Rotary Plaza Stage9 am Handphibians10 am Black Star Drum Line \n\n\n\nPerformances in the Wonderground11 am Zhong Yi Lion Dance1 pm Ken Lonnquist and the Kenland Band2:30 pm Hoot ‘n Annie \n\n\n\nGuest Programming\, 10 am–3 pmMSCR/MMoCA Art CartWisconsin DNR FishmobileMadison Reading ProjectPlay on the Move URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-day-summerpalooza/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Early Learning,Free,History,Imaginative Play,Music,Nature,Physical Activity,Special Event,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Summerpalooza-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR