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UID:47968-1716456600-1716458400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa
DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa will share stories and help build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-38/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T143000
DTSTAMP:20240423T222706Z
CREATED:20240423T222705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T222706Z
UID:48120-1716384600-1716388200@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-8/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T113000
DTSTAMP:20240423T190826Z
CREATED:20240423T190824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T190826Z
UID:48077-1716375600-1716377400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim: Game Day!
DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim in the Celebrations room each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. Today we’ll play games that include music and movement. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-game-day/
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Music,Physical Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T190015Z
CREATED:20240423T190014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T190015Z
UID:48071-1716123600-1716130800@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-25/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T185808Z
CREATED:20240423T185807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T185808Z
UID:48065-1716114600-1716120000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pet Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Create a custom a pet rock to bring home and care for! Fill out an “adoption certificate” with their name\, birthday\, and personality traits. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pet-rocks-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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T184451Z
CREATED:20240423T184449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T184451Z
UID:48057-1716037200-1716044400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Paper Plants
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\, let’s get inspired by spring blooms and create our own paper plants. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-paper-plants/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T130000
DTSTAMP:20240513T213305Z
CREATED:20240513T213302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T213305Z
UID:49610-1716028200-1716037200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Book Bus Palooza with Madison Reading Project
DESCRIPTION:Join MCM Roadshow for Madison Reading Project‘s Book Bus Palooza at the Kohl Center! Celebrate the unveiling of MRP’s brand new\, ADA-compliant Book Bus. We’re inviting families to get creative at our arts-and-crafts table and flex their collaborative skills at our fort-building station. Enjoy more activities from Madison Reading project\, the Dream Bus\, Madison Public Library\, Sun Prairie Public Library\, MMoCA’s Art Cart\, and UW Athletics. \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-book-bus-palooza-with-madison-reading-project/
LOCATION:Kohl Center\, 601 W Dayton St\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T180926Z
CREATED:20240423T180925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T180926Z
UID:48047-1716028200-1716033600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pet Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Create a custom a pet rock to bring home and care for! Fill out an “adoption certificate” with their name\, birthday\, and personality traits. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pet-rocks/
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/May-2024-Web-Events-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T235959
DTSTAMP:20240426T012109Z
CREATED:20240423T194213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T012109Z
UID:48081-1715817600-1715903999@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Hours: 9 am–12 pm
DESCRIPTION:Madison Children’s Museum will open at 9 am and close promptly at 12 pm (noon) on Thursday\, May 16. These abbreviated hours are for one day only\, and will accommodate MCM’s hosting the Association of Children’s Museums InterActivity conference! The museum will return to normal hours (9 am–4 pm) on Friday\, May 17.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/museum-hours-9-am-12-pm/
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,Free with Admission,Special Event,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/April-2024-Web-Events-11.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T143000
DTSTAMP:20240423T222016Z
CREATED:20240423T222013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T222016Z
UID:47984-1715779800-1715783400@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-7/
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:20240512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240512T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T185936Z
CREATED:20240423T185935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T185936Z
UID:48069-1715518800-1715526000@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-24/
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:20240512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240512T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T185737Z
CREATED:20240423T185736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T185737Z
UID:48063-1715509800-1715515200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Yarn Birds
DESCRIPTION:It’s finally springtime\, and the birds have migrated back to Wisconsin! Make a little winged companion out of yarn and imitate the coloring of your favorite backyard bird. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. Image credit: Muhaiminah Faiz
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-yarn-birds/
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Image-credit-Muhaiminah-Faiz-.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T182755Z
CREATED:20240423T182752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T182755Z
UID:48054-1715432400-1715439600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Tissue Paper-Dyed Bandanas
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 dye our own custom bandanas using tissue paper. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-tissue-paper-dyed-bandanas/
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/Image-credit-Erica-Chan-Coffman.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T175902Z
CREATED:20240423T175846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T175902Z
UID:48043-1715423400-1715428800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Yarn Birds
DESCRIPTION:It’s finally springtime\, and the birds have migrated back to Wisconsin! Make a little winged companion out of yarn and imitate the coloring of your favorite backyard bird. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. Image credit: Muhaiminah Faiz
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-yarn-birdies/
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Image-credit-Muhaiminah-Faiz-.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T162042Z
CREATED:20240423T162040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T162042Z
UID:47994-1715346000-1715353200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Clay Day: Ceramic Pinch Pots
DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “clay it forward” with ceramic clay pinch pots. \n\n\n\nEach Friday\, join us for a different drop-in clay experience in the Art Studio. We’ll work with a variety of media–ceramic clay\, dough\, paper clay\, polymer clay\, and more. This event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-ceramic-pinch-pots-8/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Clay-Day-Pinch-Pots.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T194958Z
CREATED:20240423T170742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T194958Z
UID:48029-1715338800-1715342400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Chlorophyll Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:What’s that green stuff? It’s chlorophyll! Experiment with plants from the Rooftop Ramble garden to discover how plants process sunlight to get their nutrients. \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-chlorophyll-power-hour/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/May-2024-Web-Events-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T190000
DTSTAMP:20240423T221600Z
CREATED:20240423T221559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T221600Z
UID:48107-1715274000-1715281200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Ripped Paper Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:Today we’re embracing the creative possibilities of texture and layering with ripped paper landscapes! Use the raw paper edges and a dose of creativity to assemble your own nature scene.  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission. Image credit: Pamela Donnis
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-ripped-paper-landscapes/
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/Image-credit-Pamela-Donnis.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T200000
DTSTAMP:20240509T193915Z
CREATED:20240422T183504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T193915Z
UID:47936-1715270400-1715284800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Night: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join MCM for a free celebration 4-8 pm featuring performances from Beni Daiko and lion dancers from the  Zhong Yi Kung Fu Association Traditional Folk Performing Arts Troupe\, hands-on cultural activities with the Hmong Institute Women‘s Group and Hmong American Students Association\, interactives from artist Meri Lau\, refreshments from Moonhalf\, and more! Snacks and beverages are also available from MCM’s pay-what-you-cafe\, the Lunchbox\, while supplies last.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-night/
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,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/May-2024-Web-Events-.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T143000
DTSTAMP:20240423T144207Z
CREATED:20240423T144205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T144207Z
UID:47974-1715261400-1715265000@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-6/
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:20240509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T201733Z
CREATED:20240423T161610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T201733Z
UID:47985-1715252400-1715256000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Scraper Painting
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie and our Art Studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed for MCM’s youngest visitors and their caregivers. Through open-ended & process-based projects\, empower your little artist to freely explore materials and art-making with their senses. And the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today’s we’ll experiment with texture and negative space in our scraper paintings. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Messy-Art_-Scraper-Painting.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T100000
DTSTAMP:20240423T143407Z
CREATED:20240423T143406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T143407Z
UID:47966-1715247000-1715248800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa
DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa will share stories and help build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-37/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T143000
DTSTAMP:20240422T174131Z
CREATED:20240422T174130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T174131Z
UID:47934-1715175000-1715178600@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-6/
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:20240508T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T113000
DTSTAMP:20240423T190627Z
CREATED:20240423T190626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T190627Z
UID:48075-1715166000-1715167800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim: Tune Your Ears!
DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim in the Celebrations room each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. Today we’ll practice listening to music for fun and learning! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-tune-your-ears/
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Music,Physical Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T185900Z
CREATED:20240423T185859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T185900Z
UID:48067-1714914000-1714921200@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-23/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T120000
DTSTAMP:20240424T220226Z
CREATED:20240423T174418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T220226Z
UID:48037-1714903200-1714910400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Think Like a Flower
DESCRIPTION:Why do bees visit flowers? Do they like some flowers better than others? Come learn about pollination\, mutualism\, and co-evolution between flowers and bees\, and discover how this special relationship shaped our world! Sculpt your own flowers based on real examples from the Rooftop Ramble gardens. Molded replicas of these flowers will be used to observe bee behavior for our next pollinator event on June 2! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-bean-planting/
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,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Nature,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T175345Z
CREATED:20240423T175344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T175345Z
UID:48041-1714818600-1714824000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Bean Planting
DESCRIPTION: Start your own mini-garden by planting beans to take home\, and decorate your own one-of-a-kind plant pot! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the price of general admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-bean-planting-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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T090000
DTSTAMP:20240423T171958Z
CREATED:20240423T171957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T171958Z
UID:48034-1714809600-1714813200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:May Member Morning
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy exclusive\, members-only time in the museum for a great addition to your Farmers Market family outing. There’s no better way to play before the museum gets busy! \n\n\n\nNot a member yet? Become one today! Membership starts immediately\, so you can visit for free on Member Morning or any other time the museum is open. Learn more about membership.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/may-member-morning/
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,Members Event,Special Event,Under 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T200000
DTSTAMP:20240430T194110Z
CREATED:20240328T190419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T194110Z
UID:47357-1714755600-1714766400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Live from the Wonderground: Son del Atlantico
DESCRIPTION:Every first Friday this summer\, enjoy free concerts at MCM featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to dance and chat\, kids climb and play\, and caregivers enjoy low-stress social time in an outdoor play space like no other!  \n\n\n\nTonight’s featured performer is Son del Atlantico\, an Afro-Colombian Fusion band that plays the genres of traditional Colombian music fused with reggae\, funk\, rock\, and soca. Our Drop in the Bucket performer is a returning community favorite\, Eric de los Santos! Catch his dreamy marimba melodies during intermission. Food from Ugly Apple available for purchase; cash bar featuring alcoholic and NA beverages. \n\n\n\nLive from the Wonderground admission is free! You may choose to provide a donation at the door\, but no entry fee is required. Proceeds benefit the work of Madison Children’s Museum and allow us to bring accessible programming to our community. All tickets are at the door\, no advance registration. Enter at the Wonderground gate on E. Dayton Street\, by the Log Cabin.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive from the Wonderground brings music\, dancing\, food\, and drinks for all ages to Madison’s most creative play space and part-time concert venue\, the Wonderground. \n\n\n\nThis free first-Friday concert series features local bands\, drinks\, light snacks\, and fresh air fun. Events take place from 5 to 8 pm\, with bands performing two sets from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. In between sets\, “A Drop in the Bucket” features a unique mini-set performed in the Wonderground’s iconic Giant Bucket. \n\n\n\nIn the event of inclement weather\, the event will be held inside the museum. \n\n\n\nLearn more and view upcoming Live from the Wonderground events.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lftw2024-1/
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Culture,For Adults,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T150000
DTSTAMP:20240423T195337Z
CREATED:20240423T161909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T195337Z
UID:47992-1714741200-1714748400@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-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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T120000
DTSTAMP:20240423T165510Z
CREATED:20240423T165507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T165510Z
UID:48026-1714734000-1714737600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Beaks\, Feathers\, & Adaptations
DESCRIPTION:How does a chicken snag snacks off the ground\, or a hawk glide through the air? Learn about the ways in which birds have adapted to thrive in their environment–through beaks\, feathers\, and more! \n\n\n\nJoin us each week for new STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) activities. These hands-on programs foster creativity\, ignite curiosity\, encourage divergent thinking\, build problem-solving skills\, and offer new ways for kids to explore the world around them. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission.
URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-beaks-feathers-adaptations/
LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1
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