Programs, Events and Activities at the
Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Dec. 18, 2010-Jan. 01, 2011

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Friday, Dec. 24, 9:30 am
Intro to Museum Babies
Designed for very young children and their caregivers. Museum Babies focuses on simple stories, play, and new friends. Activities appropriate for children having their first group experience and are mobile — either walking or crawling. Best for ages 12-18 months. Fee: $9 member, $15 nonmember, includes museum admission for child. Call to register: (860) 691-1111.
 
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TODDLER PLAYGROUPS (ongoing series)
Toddler playgroups are informal opportunities for toddlers to be part of a group. Emphasis is on process and exposure to new and different materials, plus stories and a craft. Single, 45-minute sessions. Fee: $9 member, $15 nonmember. Call to register: (860) 691-1111.
 
Wednesday, Dec. 22, 9:30 am
Intro to First Friends
For toddlers attending without caregivers. Best for toddlers 24-36 months old.
 
Thursday, Dec. 23, 9:30 am
Intro to Together Time
For toddlers attending with caregivers. Best for toddlers ages 18-36 months old.
 
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PRESCHOOLERS
The best books, the best activities and the best times! Single session, 45-minute programs are for 3-5 year olds who are ready to attend alone. $9 member, $15 nonmember, includes museum admission for child. There is no preschool class on Friday, Nov. 26. Call to register: (860) 691-1111.

Tuesday, Dec. 21, 10 am
Water World
Let’s make a splash as we follow the water cycle.
 
Friday, Dec. 24, 10:30 am
Bouncing Jello
It’s all about the wiggly, jiggly stuff. From an experiment that bounces Jello — even before it’s cooked — to simple preparation and play, we’ll do it all with Jello.
 
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PRESCHOOL SCIENCE
Microscopes to binoculars, critters to rocks, launching rockets to volcanoes. Children are exposed to many facets of the scientific world. 45-minute single sessions, best for ages 4-6. Fee: $9 member, $15 nonmember, includes museum admission for child. Call to register: (860) 691-1111.

Wednesday, Dec. 22, 1:30 pm
Lava and the Lava Lamp
Do these two things really have anything in common?
 
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FUN FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS

Saturday, Dec. 18, 5:30-9 pm
Parents Night Out
Take some time to get those last-minute holiday errands tied up and leave the kids with us. The Museum After Dark evening includes games, dinner, a film, and a look at the Museum behind-the-scenes and fun, fun, fun! Limited number of spaces available, please call to register. Fee: $25 per child member, $35 per child nonmember. Call to register: (860) 691-1111.
 
Monday-Thursday, Dec. 27–30, 2:30-3:30 pm
Winter Break Week Fun!
We supply all the materials needed to have a good time while learning when you drop by for these drop-in activities. No registration required. Free with admission.
 
Friday, Dec. 31, 11 am–1 pm
Countdown to Noon
Can’t stay up ’til midnight to ring in the New Year? That’s why we celebrate at noon! Join us for games, traditions, song, and celebration as we prepare for 2011. Free with admission.

Saturday, Jan. 1, 1-1:45 pm
New Year's Day Special: PUPPETRANTZ!
We are thrilled to have a very special drop-in activity on New Year's Day: Puppet art with Puppetrantz. Best for children 3-5 years old. Space is limited; call (860) 691-1111 to register.

 
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Special Openings/Closings
 
Sunday, Dec. 12, 9:30 am-4 pm
Early closing at 4 pm for Light Parade
 
Friday, Dec. 24, 9:30 am-2 pm
Museum Open
 
Saturday, Dec. 25
Museum closed for Christmas

Saturday, Jan. 1, 11 am-5 pm
The Museum is Open!