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November 2008
News on events, programs and exhibits at The Children's Museum in West Hartford
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Come on in and spend Election Day with us!
November 4, 2008, Election Day, means the day off for many school children. The Children’s Museum will be open 10am through 5pm to offer your family an exciting and educational experience. Play on our hands on exhibits, get up close to an animal from the UTC Wildlife Sanctuary, and take in a digital planetarium show. It’s a full day of fun for your family!
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Fall Into Fall at The Children’s Museum!
Take a Fall Staycation with us! Enjoy hands-on science exhibits, live animals, out-of-this-world digital planetarium shows, and a host of special events and programs at our West Hartford facility. In Canton, enjoy live animals, nature trails, new exhibits on the Connecticut landscape, and special programs.
Download a discount coupon for $1 off admission at The Children’s Museum and Roaring Brook Nature Center (up to 2 persons per visit). Receive 10% off your store purchases, too, if you visit during the week.
Staycation promotion ends November 23; coupon must be presented with evidence of CT residence.
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The Children’s Museum is the place to be this fall!
We have action-packed days of science fun ahead for kids entering grades 1 – 5. Explore the Museum. Conduct experiments. See a planetarium show. Meet live animals. Don’t miss out. Register today. Check out our daily themes:
Election Day, November 4
Science Smorgasbord – Cast your ballot for your favorite area of science. We’ll “fill your plate” with so many activities it will be hard to choose.
Veterans Day, November 11
Animal Detectives – Unravel the mysteries of the animal kingdom using clues from footprints, feathers, skulls and live animals.
Contact our Registration Department at 860.231.2830, x 44 to register. Learn more …
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Little Eyes on the Skies
Thursday, November 6
5:00 – 7:30 PM
The planetarium staff would like to invite our youngest guests to experience the night sky just as it is getting dark. We’ll have games, crafts, and telescope observing (weather permitting) for those who can’t usually stay up for our night events. We’re planning for three-years-old and older, but everyone’s welcome to participate.
The cost is $10.00 for Museum members (over 2); $12.00 for non-members. Call 860.231.2824 x44 or e-mail events@thechildrensmuseumct.org to register. Walk-ins are also welcome.
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Preschool Registration September 2009
The Children’s Museum Preschool will be holding it’s ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE on Tuesday, November 18 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the preschool. Registration packets are available now by calling 860.523.7449. Registrations will be accepted at the Open House on a first come first served basis. Spaces fill quickly so don’t delay!
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Crocodiles!
Friday December 5, 7:00 pm
Rainforest Reptile Shows will be visiting the museum again this winter. There will be an informative presentation about crocodilians in the Sci-dome including an up close look at many live crocodiles and alligators.
Cost for members $10 non-members $12
Pre-registration required
Call 860.231.2824 x 44 to register
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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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Preparing For Winter Topic Of Walk
On Sunday, November 2nd, Roaring Brook Nature Center will sponsor a walk focusing on how plants and animals prepare for winter. The walk begins at 2 PM. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children. Check the web site for additional information.
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Nature Center Presents Loop Year
John Sheirer of Enfield hiked the same trail every day for one full year. On Sunday afternoon November 16th at 2 PM, Roaring Brook Nature Center will present “Loop Year, 365 Days on the Trail.” Admission is $3.00 for members, $5.00 for nonmembers. Check the web site for additional information.
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Fall Discovery Day Programs Continue
Discovery Days, the Nature Center’s enrichment series for children in pre-school and in grades K-3 continues in November. Check the web site for additional information.
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Nature Center Continues Fall Story Hours
November Story Hour will be held on Monday, November 17th from 1:00-2:00 PM. Geared for children ages 2-5. Check the web site for additional information.
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Holiday Gift & Craft Fair November 23rd
Start your holiday shopping with the Nature Center's Holiday Gift & Craft Fair on Sunday, November 23 from Noon until 4 PM. Check the web site for additional information.
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Steve Songs will appear at Roaring Brook Nature Center for two shows on Sunday December 7th. Check the web site for details and ticket information.
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Nature Center Hours: Tueday-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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