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:20240203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T113000 DTSTAMP:20240126T180252Z CREATED:20240126T180251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T180252Z UID:43995-1706958000-1706959800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wonderground Recess: Dance Party with Francis Medrano DESCRIPTION:Ring the bell: it’s time for recess! Bundle up and head outside to the Wonderground for a unique active play break every Saturday in January and February at 11 am. Today\, warm yourself up at a Wonderground dance party with Francis Medrano\, founder of Black Power Dance. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wonderground-recess-dance-party-with-francis-medrano-2/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T120000 DTSTAMP:20240119T223612Z CREATED:20240119T223605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T223612Z UID:43836-1706956200-1706961600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Marvelous Magnets DESCRIPTION:Experiment with magnets to see how they stick together and repel. Test them on a variety of objects and make your own magnet to bring home. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-marvelous-magnets/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Time_-Magnet-Magic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T150000 DTSTAMP:20240119T223304Z CREATED:20240119T215917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T223304Z UID:43834-1706878800-1706886000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Ceramic Pinch Pots DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculpt-able world of clay! Today we’ll “clay it forward” and create pinch pots for future MCM programs. \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-5/ 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:20240202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T120000 DTSTAMP:20240119T215232Z CREATED:20240119T215229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T215232Z UID:43831-1706871600-1706875200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Groundhog Day Puppets DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Groundhog Day by making an adorable Punxsutawney Phil puppet and learning about this annual spring tradition. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-groundhog-day-puppets/ 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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Groundhog-Day-Puppets.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T190000 DTSTAMP:20240119T200446Z CREATED:20240119T200445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T200446Z UID:43824-1706806800-1706814000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Owl Pellet Detectives DESCRIPTION:Dissect owl pellets to discover what owls like to eat. Identify bones and examine these dinnertime discards more closely under a microscope.  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-owl-pellet-detectives/ 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,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Time_-Owl-Pellets.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T190000 DTSTAMP:20240119T195230Z CREATED:20240119T195228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T195230Z UID:43822-1706806800-1706814000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Open Art Studio DESCRIPTION:Choose your own art adventure—drawing\, sculpting\, cartooning\, and more! Drop by the Art Studio classroom for open-ended creative opportunities\, facilitated by our talented staff. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission\, and open to all ages. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/open-art-studio-5/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,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:20240201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T120000 DTSTAMP:20240119T194917Z CREATED:20240119T194916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T194917Z UID:43820-1706785200-1706788800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Paint with Spinning Tops 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! \n\n\n\nToday\, we’ll give abstract painting a whirl with spinning tops. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-paint-with-spinning-tops/ 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/STEAM-Time_-Tops.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T130000 DTSTAMP:20241227T224532Z CREATED:20241227T222504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T224532Z UID:52469-1706697000-1706706000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:A "Toast" to the New Year DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the New Year with a piece of delicious\, golden toast! Grab your free slice in the Lunchbox cafe and enjoy with a variety of spreads available to sample. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/a-toast-to-the-new-year/ 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,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/December-2024-Events-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T110000 DTSTAMP:20231211T225433Z CREATED:20231211T225430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T225433Z UID:43425-1706695200-1706698800@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-16/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T150000 DTSTAMP:20231212T233628Z CREATED:20231212T233625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T233628Z UID:43537-1706446800-1706454000@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-11/ 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:20240128T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T120000 DTSTAMP:20231212T233514Z CREATED:20231212T233513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T233514Z UID:43535-1706437800-1706443200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Milkweed Mini Crafts DESCRIPTION:Exercise your imagination and fine motor skills to create miniature creations out of milkweed pods. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-milkweed-mini-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,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/16-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T160000 DTSTAMP:20231212T233355Z CREATED:20231212T233353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T233355Z UID:43533-1706367600-1706371200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Post-Nap Pompom Party DESCRIPTION:Have an extra-squirrely toddler? Take advantage of the museum’s extended Saturday hours! Enjoy the tactile experience of scooping\, pouring\, and sorting colorful pompoms in the Wildernest\, then get out those wiggles for an extra hour in the museum. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/post-nap-pompom-party-3/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Pom-Pom-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T150000 DTSTAMP:20231212T233242Z CREATED:20231212T233241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T233242Z UID:43530-1706360400-1706367600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Ribbon Banners DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with a wide variety of art media and processes for all ages and abilities. Materials are included—and the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today\, we’ll create flowing ribbon banners. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-ribbon-banners/ 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/15-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T113000 DTSTAMP:20231212T234051Z CREATED:20231212T232740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T234051Z UID:43524-1706353200-1706355000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wonderground Recess: Theremin and Percussion Jam DESCRIPTION:Ring the bell: it’s time for recess! Bundle up and head outside to the Wonderground for a unique active play break every Saturday in January and February at 11 am. Today\, join Geoff Brady for a theremin try-it demo and keep your body moving while playing plastic bag percussion with Jonathan Zarov. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wonderground-recess-theremin-and-percussion-jam/ CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/13-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T120000 DTSTAMP:20231212T233040Z CREATED:20231212T233039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T233040Z UID:43527-1706351400-1706356800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Milkweed Mini Crafts DESCRIPTION:Exercise your imagination and fine motor skills to create miniature creations out of milkweed pods. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-milkweed-mini-crafts/ 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/16-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T190000 DTSTAMP:20231221T212009Z CREATED:20231212T232424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T212009Z UID:43520-1706286600-1706295600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Hours DESCRIPTION:Madison Children’s Museum welcomes children and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory challenges to experience the museum during sensory-friendly hours\, free of charge. This program aims to bring families together to learn through play in an environment that supports the unique needs of children with ASD. \n\n\n\nToday’s sensory-friendly hours are held after regular admission hours\, and presented in collaboration with the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin. Pre-registration for the event is recommended but not required! Walk-ins are welcome\, and this event is free to all attendees.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours/ 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,Free with Admission,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/11-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T150000 DTSTAMP:20231212T231624Z CREATED:20231212T231621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T231624Z UID:43516-1706274000-1706281200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Polymer Clay Mini Foods DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “make and take” your very own miniature foods created with polymer clay. Please note: these clay creations are NOT edible! \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-mini-foods/ 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/19-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T120000 DTSTAMP:20231212T231119Z CREATED:20231212T231118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T231119Z UID:43514-1706266800-1706270400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Wheatgrass Monsters DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Green Juice Day by planting your own wheat grass plant to grow at home. When your wheatgrass sprouts\, add it to your smoothies or treat family pets to a nutritious snack! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-wheatgrass-monsters-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,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Wheatgrass.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T190000 DTSTAMP:20240125T191928Z CREATED:20231212T220539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T191928Z UID:43476-1706202000-1706209200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Tiny Felt Friends DESCRIPTION:Use beginner sewing skills to create miniature versions of your favorite animals! \n\n\n\nPhoto credit: Nomita Vaish-Taylor URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-tiny-felt-friends/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Nature,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/photo-cred-Nomita-Vaish-Taylor.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T190000 DTSTAMP:20231211T234144Z CREATED:20231211T234142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T234144Z UID:43436-1706202000-1706209200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Open Art Studio DESCRIPTION:Choose your own art adventure—drawing\, sculpting\, cartooning\, and more! Drop by the Art Studio classroom for open-ended creative opportunities\, facilitated by our talented staff. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission\, and open to all ages. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/open-art-studio-4/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,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:20240125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T120000 DTSTAMP:20231212T195758Z CREATED:20231212T195754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T195758Z UID:43473-1706180400-1706184000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Toy Car 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\, we’ll give tiny toy cars a custom paint job. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-toy-car-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2024-Web-Events-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T113000 DTSTAMP:20231212T192132Z CREATED:20231212T192131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T192132Z UID:43466-1706094000-1706095800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim: Drumming Time 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\, find your rhythm and have fun playing drums with Tim! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-drumming-time/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 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:20240124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T110000 DTSTAMP:20231211T225329Z CREATED:20231211T225327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T225329Z UID:43422-1706090400-1706094000@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-15/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T150000 DTSTAMP:20231212T174010Z CREATED:20231212T174008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T174010Z UID:43458-1705842000-1705849200@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-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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Morning-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T120000 DTSTAMP:20231212T174048Z CREATED:20231212T173917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T174048Z UID:43456-1705833000-1705838400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Winter Bird Feeders DESCRIPTION:Exercise your fine motor skills to create take-home winter bird feeders. Hang it from a tree or balcony outside to attract and nourish native Wisconsin birds! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-winter-bird-feeders-5/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Fossil-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T160000 DTSTAMP:20231222T022248Z CREATED:20231212T173733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T022248Z UID:43454-1705762800-1705766400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Post-Nap Pompom Party DESCRIPTION:Have an extra-squirrely toddler? Take advantage of the museum’s extended Saturday hours! Enjoy the tactile experience of scooping\, pouring\, and sorting colorful pompoms in the Wildernest\, then get out those wiggles for an extra hour in the museum. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/post-nap-pompom-party-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Pom-Pom-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T150000 DTSTAMP:20231212T173656Z CREATED:20231212T173654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T173656Z UID:43451-1705755600-1705762800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Abstract Embroidery DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with a wide variety of art media and processes for all ages and abilities. Materials are included—and the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today\, we’ll create abstract embroidery designs. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-abstract-embroidery/ 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-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T113000 DTSTAMP:20240118T162454Z CREATED:20231212T172520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T162454Z UID:43446-1705748400-1705750200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wonderground Recess: Hoop Jam with Nora DESCRIPTION:Ring the bell: it’s time for recess! Bundle up and head outside to the Wonderground for an active play break at 11 am every Saturday in January and February. Today\, join Nora Phillips from Madison Circus Space to play with hula hoops and marvel at Nora’s hooping talents. \n\n\n\nIn the event of extreme temperatures\, the activity will move to the rooftop patio\, with easy adjacency to warm indoor spaces. Bundle up and hoop for one minute to join the ranks of the hardy hoopers! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wonderground-recess-hoop-jam-with-danielle/ CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2024-Web-Events-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T090000 DTSTAMP:20240113T034444Z CREATED:20240113T034438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T034444Z UID:43789-1705737600-1705741200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Early Hour DESCRIPTION:Give your weekend a bright and early beginning at MCM! Enjoy early hours starting at 8 am\, every Saturday through March 30. If you’ve got little kids in the family\, we know you’re probably up anyway\, so come downtown and let them climb the walls (literally\, in our Hodge Podge Mahal climber.) \n\n\n\nExtended Saturday mornings are included with general museum admission and will continue through Spring 2024. \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/saturday-morning-early-hour/ 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,For Adults,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2024-Web-Events-13-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T150000 DTSTAMP:20231212T171320Z CREATED:20231212T171317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T171320Z UID:43444-1705669200-1705676400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Model Magic Dragons DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “make and take” our very own dragons with model magic. \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-model-magic-dragons/ 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/Playdough-Party-4.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR