October 2007
News on events, programs and exhibits at The Children's Museum in West Hartford

Opening October 6, 2007 is the new Travelers Science Dome at the Gengras Planetarium.

See an award-winning fulldome show and experience sky/space tours based on real astronomical data.  Go to our website for show and ticket information.

The Halloween Howl
Monday, October 29, 5 - 8 pm

It’s going to be a “Spooktacular” event!
Children and adults are encouraged to come in costume! There will be games, prizes, crafts, animal demos, story telling and face painting. Also a special showing of Zula® Patrol in the new Travelers Science Dome.
$7/person (ages 2 and older)
Registrations with 5 or more paying attendees can deduct $1 from each Halloween Howl admission.

Open to Family and Corporate Members!
To register call 860-231-2830 ext. 44 or email Events@TheChildrensMuseumCT.org

Visit our website for registration details.
SPACE IS LIMITED, CALL TODAY!

Vacation Science
Last chance to register for Robot Roll Call
on Columbus Day!


Our next program is The Science of Yuck on Veteran’s Day, November 12. Join us as we explore the messier side of hands-on science. You’ll also view a spectacular show in our new Science Dome theater and meet an animal friend. Visit our website for registration details.

Special Members-Only Offer from the Connecticut Ballet

The Connecticut Ballet is offering a special 10% discount
to members of The Children’s Museum for their upcoming Hartford performances of

The Sleeping Beauty
November 3rd & 4th
at The Bushnell’s Belding Theater


Download and print your discount coupon.
Members must show their Museum membership card in order to receive the discount.

Attention Cub Scout Leaders

Don’t miss out on our two October badge workshops:
The Scientist Badge for Webelos and the Water & Soil Conservation Elective for Bears (Part of the World Conservation Award). Visit our website for more information.

Birthday Fun!
Celebrate your child's special day at
The Children's Museum


We have altered our party times to better serve you! In addition, beginning October 6, every birthday party will include a fulldome digital science show in our new Travelers Science Dome at the Gengras Planetarium. For more information visit our website, call our registrar at 860-231-2830 ext. 44 or email Events@TheChildrensMuseumCT.org

Tales & Tails

Our popular animal themed morning series for toddlers begins Tues. Sept. 25th.  This 8-week morning program includes art, animals, literature and music.
Pre-registration is required.

Download flyer (pdf)

Take part in 2 FUN fundraisers for The Children’s Museum and Roaring Brook Nature Center!

Two local businesses will hold October fundraisers in support of The Children’s Museum and Roaring Brook Nature Center:

Classic Auto Wash & Detail Center in Cromwell will donate to The Children’s Museum $3 from every car washed on the following dates:
October 13th & 14th
23 Shunpike Road
Cromwell

Flatbread Company at The Shoppes at Farmington Valley, Canton, will donate to Roaring Brook Nature Center $3.50 for each large flatbread and $1.75 for each small flatbread sold during the benefit date and hours:
October 23rd
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
 
Help us make these events huge fundraising successes by participating and spreading the word to friends, neighbors, and colleagues!

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!

The Children's Museum hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm; Sundays 12 - 5 pm
The Gengras Planetarium is closed for renovations September 17 - October 5
The all NEW TRAVELERS SCIENCE DOME opens Saturday, October 6

The Children's Museum is located at 950 Trout Brook Drive in West Hartford, Connecticut
860.231.2824 TheChildrensMuseumCT.org

Special Events
October 2007

Annual Hobgoblin Fair
Scheduled October 27th

Roaring Brook Nature Center’s annual Hobgoblin Fair, featuring our “track-or-treat” walk will be held on Saturday, October 27th.  Both morning and afternoon sessions are available.

Evening Walk Scheduled For October 5th

On Friday evening, October 5th, join us for an evening walk along the trails through Werner’s Woods.  Dress for cooler evening temperatures and bring a flashlight.

Saturday Morning Bird Walk

The Nature Center’s final fall migration walk will be held on Saturday, October 6th beginning at 7:30 AM.   Binoculars and footwear for wet ground conditions recommended.

Fall Foliage Walk Set For October 21st

Join us for a 90 minute fall foliage walk on Sunday afternoon, October 21st.  The walk begins at 2:00 PM and is suitable for all ages.

Discovery Day Programs Continue
In October

Roaring Brook Nature Center’s Discovery Day programs continue through the fall season with programs for pre-schoolers and a parent, as well as programs for students in grades K-3.  October series begin on Thursday October 18th.

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.

The Roaring Brook Nature Center is located at 70 Gracey Road in Canton, Connecticut
860.693.0263 • RoaringBrook.org

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