BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Madison Children's Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T190000 DTSTAMP:20240122T144246Z CREATED:20240122T144244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T144246Z UID:43886-1708621200-1708628400@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-8/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,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:20240222T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T200000 DTSTAMP:20240214T002540Z CREATED:20231229T191235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T002540Z UID:43674-1708617600-1708632000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Black Heritage Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join Madison Children’s Museum on February 22\, 4–8 pm\, as we honor the contributions of Black people in our community with a celebration featuring Black artists\, musicians\, and leaders. Free admission from 4 to 8 pm\, no event tickets required! \n\n\n\nEnjoy performances from Leotha & Tamera Stanley and local Ghanaian drumming group Atimevu\, a hambone workshop with the Phenomenal NeBo\, an exhibition from portrait artist Desere Mayo\, food from Madison Black-owned restaurants\, crafts in the Art Studio\, and a special museum-wide scavenger hunt! More details are upcoming\, so please stay tuned for new performances\, community partnerships\, and activities. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/black-heritage-celebration/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Early Learning,For Adults,Free,History,Imaginative Play,Music,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T144918Z CREATED:20240122T144908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T144918Z UID:43894-1708599600-1708603200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Marbling Paper 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 create our own decorated paper using a marbled painting technique. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-marbling-paper-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,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Family-Halloween-Oct-25-5-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T113000 DTSTAMP:20240122T214507Z CREATED:20240122T214506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T214507Z UID:43960-1708513200-1708515000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim: Trains\, Planes\, Buses DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim in the Celebrations room each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. This one’s for your car-crazy toddlers! Today\, we’ll sing favorite songs like “Freight Train” and “The Wheels on the Bus”. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-trains-planes-buses/ LOCATION:WI 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:20240221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T110000 DTSTAMP:20240523T062020Z CREATED:20240219T133606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T062020Z UID:44113-1708509600-1708513200@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-17/ 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:20240218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240218T150000 DTSTAMP:20240219T191011Z CREATED:20240219T191008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T191011Z UID:44128-1708261200-1708268400@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-13/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Morning-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240218T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240218T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T214209Z CREATED:20240122T214206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T214209Z UID:43958-1708252200-1708257600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pompom Pals DESCRIPTION:Create and name your own handmade pompom critter. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pompom-pals-2/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T160000 DTSTAMP:20240122T182857Z CREATED:20240122T182853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182857Z UID:43929-1708182000-1708185600@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 during 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-6/ 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:20240217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T150000 DTSTAMP:20240122T213933Z CREATED:20240122T213718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T213933Z UID:43954-1708174800-1708182000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Pop-Up Puppets 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 cute pop-up puppets. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Wendi Gratz URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-pop-up-puppets/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-33.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T113000 DTSTAMP:20240122T210908Z CREATED:20240122T210906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T210908Z UID:43951-1708167600-1708169400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wonderground Recess: Melvis in the Bucket 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\, get rockin’ and rollin’ with MCM’s favorite Elvis impersonator and musical comedian\, Melvis\, in our Giant Bucket. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wonderground-recess-melvis-in-the-bucket/ LOCATION:WI 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/February-2024-Web-Events-31.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T202651Z CREATED:20240122T202648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T202651Z UID:43948-1708165800-1708171200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Pompom Pals DESCRIPTION:Create and name your own handmade pompom critter. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-pompom-pals/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T150000 DTSTAMP:20240122T201427Z CREATED:20240122T201424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T201427Z UID:43946-1708088400-1708095600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Model Magic Mini Masks DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “make and take” custom miniature masks out of model magic 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-model-magic-mini-masks/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T201136Z CREATED:20240122T201134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T201136Z UID:43943-1708081200-1708084800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Earth's Systems through VR DESCRIPTION:Explore the science of Earth’s systems using virtual reality viewers. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-earths-systems-through-vr/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-29.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T190000 DTSTAMP:20240122T143837Z CREATED:20240122T143835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T143837Z UID:43879-1708016400-1708023600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Clothespin Animals DESCRIPTION:Decorate wooden clothespins to mimic your favorite animal! Imagine what they’d eat and sounds they would make. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Delia Randall URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-clothespin-animals/ 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,Nature ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-19.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T190000 DTSTAMP:20240122T140626Z CREATED:20240122T140551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T140626Z UID:43865-1708016400-1708023600@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-7/ 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:20240215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T142605Z CREATED:20240122T142603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T142605Z UID:43876-1707994800-1707998400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Potato Printmaking 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 get creative carving many a hobbit’s favorite food—potatoes! This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-potato-printmaking/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T193000 DTSTAMP:20240209T143928Z CREATED:20231221T211313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T143928Z UID:43647-1707930000-1707939000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Be My Baby: Valentine Date Night DESCRIPTION:A Valentine’s Day party for exhausted grown-ups and their babies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s hard to have a romantic Valentine’s evening when you’re the caregivers to a baby. Getting a babysitter can be a nightmare\, and if you try to go out with them it’s hard to relax knowing that you’re one leaking diaper away from needing to grab the check and run. \n\n\n\nInstead\, bring your baby to the children’s museum for the most adorable party in town\, where everyone is just as sleep-deprived as you are. Enjoy a signature mocktail\, social time for adults\, a baby balloon dance party\, a footprint keepsake craft\, and more! \n\n\n\nBring your significant other or come with just you and your cherub (ages 0-3). Sorry\, no older kids allowed this time; the babies are taking over the museum. \n\n\n\nRegistration is free for babies and $10 for adults. (MCM members get 10% off.) This event may sell out so we recommend you get your tickets in advance. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/be-my-baby-valentines-party/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T113000 DTSTAMP:20240122T191921Z CREATED:20240122T191913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T191921Z UID:43941-1707908400-1707910200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim: Valentine's 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\, enjoy a singalong with songs about care and love to celebrate Valentine’s Day. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-valentines-day/ LOCATION:WI 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:20240211T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T153000 DTSTAMP:20240129T195759Z CREATED:20240110T190448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T195759Z UID:43771-1707661800-1707665400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Spring 2024 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 10-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (A phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, February 11–April 28\, 2:30-3:30 pm. No class on March 24 & 31 due to spring break. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Scratch\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-4/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T191418Z CREATED:20240122T191411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T191418Z UID:43938-1707647400-1707652800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Crepe Paper Dragons DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with your own little “fire-breathing” dragon made of crepe paper and recycled materials. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-crepe-paper-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,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T170000 DTSTAMP:20240122T185920Z CREATED:20240122T185916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T185920Z UID:43933-1707577200-1707584400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Madison Korean American Day DESCRIPTION:Join MCM Roadshow at the inaugural Madison Korean American Day\, presented by Wisconsin nonprofit AMASIAN. This event celebrates the immense contributions Korean Americans have made to every aspect of society. It’s an opportunity to come together and appreciate the rich tapestry of Korean American heritage. Admission is FREE\, donations will go toward the Madison Area School District Foundation. \n\n\n\nEvent highlights include a concert from the Madison Korean Choir and Soprano-Mezzo Soprano duet with Young Joo Hong and Jessica Schwefel\, contemporary dance performance by Elizabeth Roskopf\, Korean cultural youth activities\, a taekwondo demonstration from LVLUP Martial Arts\, food & beverage offerings from local Korean American businesses\, and more. \n\n\n\nMadison Children’s Museum Roadshow brings mobile exhibits and maker activities to community events in Madison and the surrounding area. Create a miniature work of art to take home and get inventive with creative fort and structure building activities.  URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/mcm-roadshow-madison-korean-american-day/ LOCATION:Eagle Heights Community Center\, 611 Eagle Heights Drive\, Madison\, 53705 CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,For Adults,Free,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-Web-Events-25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T160000 DTSTAMP:20240122T182244Z CREATED:20240122T182241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182244Z UID:43927-1707577200-1707580800@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 during 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-5/ 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:20240210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T150000 DTSTAMP:20240122T182132Z CREATED:20240122T182131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182132Z UID:43924-1707570000-1707577200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Chinese New Year Lanterns 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 paper lanterns in celebration of Chinese New Year. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-chinese-new-year-lanterns/ 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,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Suncatchers-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T113000 DTSTAMP:20240122T163336Z CREATED:20240122T161447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T163336Z UID:43915-1707562800-1707564600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wonderground Recess: Dinosaur Dance Party 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 staff dressed in crowd-favorite dino costumes and move your body to the prehistoric beat! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wonderground-recess-dinosaur-dance-party/ LOCATION:WI 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/February-2024-Web-Events-22.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T162827Z CREATED:20240122T162825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T162827Z UID:43918-1707561000-1707566400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Paper Dragon Eyes for Chinese New Year DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Year of the Dragon and celebrate Chinese New Year with your own blinking dragon eye made of folded paper. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Deborah Ewing URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-paper-dragon-eyes-for-chinese-new-year/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T210000 DTSTAMP:20240209T181058Z CREATED:20231208T002236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T181058Z UID:43367-1707499800-1707512400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Adult Swim: Winter Weirderland - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Outside the winds howl and yetis prowl. Embrace cabin fever at Adult Swim!\n\n\n\nJoin us for a night of offbeat activities\, cryptic crafts\, screw-loose Shakespeare sonnets\, and more. When you’re cooped up for the long Wisconsin winter\, things are bound to get weird. \n\n\n\nTickets (21+ only)\n\n\n\n\n$20 advance\n\n\n\n$25 day of event\n\n\n\nBring 10 or more of your favorite cryptids (aka friends!) and get 10% off your ticket order.\n\n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNext up: Adult Swim: Slumber Party on Friday April 12 \n\n\n\n\nGet SLUMBER PARTY Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Activities:\n\n\n\nLED Flow Arts Show with Fox Valley Fire Arts Cabin Fever PlinkoCryptid Scavenger HuntSnowball Target PracticeUncanny AI Art CollagePerformances from Madison Shakespeare CompanyWeird Science with the Wisconsin Science Festival and the Wisconsin Institute for DiscoveryHeart-Felt Cryptid ValentinesEmergency Accessory StationTeam play with Premier Trivia \n\n\n\nFeed Your Inner Yeti:\n\n\n\nDelicious eats from Little TibetCustom cocktails\, wine\, beer\, and NA options \n\n\n\nWhat is Adult Swim?\n\n\n\nAdult Swim at Madison Children’s Museum borrows the public pool tradition of kicking out the kids so adults can have the place to themselves (just without the swimsuits or polar plunge). Adult Swim makes space to play like a grown-up—crafting\, drinking\, and cryptid-hunting your way through the museum. \n\n\n\nTicket cancellation/exchange policy \n\n\n\n\n\nAdult Swim is presented by URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/adult-swim-winter-weirderland-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:For Adults,Includes Admission,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/WW-Holiday-Craftacular-Adult-Swim-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T150000 DTSTAMP:20240122T160816Z CREATED:20240122T160814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T160816Z UID:43913-1707483600-1707490800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Ceramic Cut-Outs DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “clay it forward” and create textured ceramic cutouts for future museum 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-cut-outs-2/ 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:20240209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T120000 DTSTAMP:20240122T160659Z CREATED:20240122T160653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T160659Z UID:43911-1707476400-1707480000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:STEAM Time: Wheatgrass Friends DESCRIPTION:Plant your own wheatgrass buddy to grow at home! When your plant sprouts\, add wheatgrass cuttings to your smoothies or give them to family pets as a nutritious snack. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/steam-time-wheatgrass-friends/ 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:20240208T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240208T190000 DTSTAMP:20240120T023003Z CREATED:20240120T022744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T023003Z UID:43861-1707411600-1707418800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Friendship Rocks DESCRIPTION:Create a pet rock for Valentine’s Day! Make a sweet gift for a friend\, or a cute companion that’s all your own. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Maggy Woodley URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-friendship-rocks/ 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/February-2024-Web-Events-17.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240208T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240208T190000 DTSTAMP:20240120T015233Z CREATED:20240120T015230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T015233Z UID:43854-1707411600-1707418800@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-6/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,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 END:VCALENDAR