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February 2008
News on events, programs and exhibits at The Children's Museum in West Hartford
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Way-Out Wednesday -
Reptiles of the Night Sky
February 13, 2008 • 3-5 PM
Children aged 5 to 10 with a grown-up are welcome to meet live reptiles from our UTC Wildlife Sanctuary, learn about reptile constellations, hear a reptile story, and build a snake craft all under the stars of the new Travelers Science Dome. Sponsored by Travelers. $5.00/member child, FREE/member adult; $12.00/nonmember child, $8.00/nonmember adult. Call 860.231.2830 x 44 or visit our website for more information.
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Excavation Station:
Dinosaurs, Rocks and Fossils
New exhibit opening February 16, 2008
Step into the prehistoric past with our new permanent exhibit Excavation Station: Dinosaurs, Rocks & Fossils. Uncover fossils in our dig pits, mine for minerals, see a live alligator and fish, touch rock and mineral samples, and stand in the shadow of a life-size, moving and roaring juvenile Tyrannosaurus Rex. Visit our website for more information.
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Vacation Science
It may be frosty outdoors but the fun is heating up with The Children’s Museum’s Vacation Science program, February 18 – 22. Join us for 5 science-packed days. Choose from I ♥ Science, Creature Feature, Moon Madness, ChemArtistry, and The Great Eggscape. Each day is filled with hands-on science exploration and excitement.
Visit our website for detailed information or call
860. 231.2830, x 44 to register. Don’t be frozen out! Register early.
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February Preschool Vacation Program
What: "Prehistoric Playground"
When: February 18, 19, 20, 21, 22
(full and half days available)
Who: Children ages 4, 5, and 6
Indoor activities focusing on DINOSAURS, outdoor play, and visits to The Children's Museum are sure to delight your child on their school vacation.
Please call (860) 523-7449 for registration information.
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Join us for Vacation Week
Saturday February 16th through Sunday February 24th!
Are you looking for something fun to do during February break this year? How about helping out at The Children’s Museum? We have opportunities for Docents and Floor Watchers. There will be an orientation on Wednesday February 13th at 3 pm for all who are interested. Please have completed paperwork to Alison Reno, Volunteer Coordinator and Guest Relations Manager, by Tuesday February 12th. This is a great opportunity for those who have to complete Student Government hours or anyone who has to complete hours for school.
Download Volunteer Service Application (pdf)
Download Student Volunteer Application (pdf)
Download Student Volunteer Reference Form (pdf) -2 reference forms are
Any questions please contact
Alison Reno,
Volunteer Coordinator and Guest Relations Manager
860.231.2830 x 38
areno@thechildrensmuseumct.org
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Lunar Eclipse Party
February 20, 2008
Join The Children’s Museum the evening of February 20th to talk with guest speakers from NASA, watch digital planetarium shows, play with moon rocks, and of course, to view the last total lunar eclipse until 2010. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Please contact events@thechildrensmuseumct.org to register. Admission is $10/member, $12/nonmember. Visit our website for more information.
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Celebrate your child’s special day!
Invite our animals to your home!
Does your child love our animals as much as we do? If you are planning a celebration at home this year, our Birthday Party Staff can provide a cool critter demonstration just for you and your guests. Snakes, lizards, turtles, ferrets and chinchillas are waiting to meet you.
For more information on our many packages, visit our website or call 860.231.2830, x 44.
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Save the Date for a GalaSaurus
Good Time!
The Children’s Museum celebrates igniting the curiosity of children through science and nature at our 12th annual gala and fundraiser.
Saturday Evening, May 10, 2008
Tumble Brook Country Club
Bloomfield, Connecticut
For more information call 860.231.2830 x 51.
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Give a penny to The Children’s Museum every time you search the internet.
Go to GoodSearch.com and enter The Children’s Museum as the organization you want to support. One penny for every search will be given to us without you spending a dime!
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The Children's Museum hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm; Sundays 12 - 5 pm
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The Children's Museum is located at 950 Trout Brook Drive in West Hartford, Connecticut
860.231.2824 • TheChildrensMuseumCT.org
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Special Events
February 2008
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Feb. 2nd Groundhog Day Walk
Did our groundhog see his shadow? Will there be an early spring? A one hour family walk on Groundhog Day, February 2nd at 2 PM. Pre-registration not required. Admission $3.00 adults/ $2.00 for children for members (nonmembers $5.00 adults/ $3.00 children).
Feb. 3rd Family Concert
Don't spend all afternoon watching TV! Our annual Superbowl Sunday Concert with Dave Fry begins at 2 PM. Advance tickets $5.00 members, $6.00 nonmembers. Call 693-0263 for more info.
Story Hour
Our monthly Story Hour for pre-schoolers and a parent continues on Monday, Febuary 11th at 1:00 PM. Call 693-0263 for more information or check the web site.
Winter Discovery Days
Winter enrichment programs for pre-schoolers and a parent and for students in grades K-3 begin on Thursday, February 14th. Check the web site for details.
February Nature Carnival
February Vacation programs for grades K-5 run February 19th-22nd (Tuesday-Friday) from 9:00 AM until noon. Fun with snow and ice, animal tracking, snowshoeing, maple sugaring and more! Call the Center at 693-0263 or check the web site for more information.
For more information, visit our website.
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Nature Center Hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm;
Sundays from 1 - 5 pm. Trails through Werner’s Woods open daily dawn until dusk.
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The Roaring Brook Nature Center is located at 70 Gracey Road in Canton, Connecticut
860.693.0263 • RoaringBrook.org
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