January Programs
Thursday, January 3
Messy Masterpiece: Exploring Watercolors
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumExplore Winslow Homer’s classic watercolors and then try your hand at creating your own inspired landscape. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments with additional support from Acton Real Estate Co.
Thursday’s Tales
11:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumJoin us for our weekly story time. We’ll bring the books; you bring your imagination! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
FETCH!™ Kaleid-O-Mania
Drop-in 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Science Discovery Museum Create a swirling, whirling winter wonderland! Use reflections, light, and your artistic talents to create a dazzling kaleidoscope. © 2012 WGBH Educational Foundation. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.Friday, January 4
First Friday Nights Free!
4:30 pm to 8:30 pm - both museums openJoin us with free admission and explore the museums at night on the first Friday of every month! This month enjoy a special performance from Open Door Theater, a local inclusive theater that welcomes everyone in the community to participate. They will perform several songs from the classical musical Annie, which they will be putting on at their Acton theater in January. We will gratefully accept donations for the Acton Food Pantry. Sponsored in part by Emerson Hospital with additional support from Alexander, Aronson, Finning and Company, P.C. and the Local Cultural Councils of Acton-Boxborough, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Harvard, Hudson, Waltham, Wayland, and Westford.
Saturday, January 5
PEEP Science Adventures: Little Builders
Drop-in 10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumYoung children love to build. Join us to explore structure and design by building with many different kinds of materials. What material works best for making a bridge for toy cars? What works best for making a tall tower? What is it about the item's material, shape, or size that makes it work so well for the job? © 2012 WGBH Educational Foundation. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments with additional support from Emerson Hospital.
Birds of Winter
Drop-in 1:00pm to 4:00pm Science Discovery MuseumNot all birds fly south for the winter. Create some tasty and nutritious snacks to keep our feathered friends full through the winter months. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Sunday, January 6
Magic Show with Rupayan Neogy
12:00 pm Science Discovery MuseumJoin us as local young magician Rupayan Neogy shares his talents with us! Showcasing a variety of tricks, he will confound and amaze in an interactive performance geared toward family audiences. For more information about Rupayan’s magic, visit his Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rneogymagic. Sponsored by Genzyme with additional support from Sorrento's.
Tuesday, January 8
Messy Masterpiece: Royalty for a Day
10:00am Children’s Discovery MuseumIf you wore a crown what would it look like? Think about the size, shape, and color as you make your one of a kind royal headwear. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Wednesday, January 9
Exploring Nano: The Smallest Science
Drop-in 1:30pm to 4:30pm Science Discovery MuseumJoin us for hands-on educational programs about nanoscale science, engineering and technology. What do butterflies and gold have to do with nano science? Find out as you explore the nano in your everyday life and discover the special and unexpected properties found at the nanoscale. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Thursday, January 10
Silly Sock Puppets
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumTurn a regular sock into a princess, a monster or just a new friend with our supply of decorations and glue. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Thursday’s Tales
11:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumJoin us for our weekly story time. We’ll bring the books; you bring your imagination! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Friday, January 11
Music and Movement with Miss Carolyn
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumExplore sound through singing and playing. Move, make music, listen, learn, and get a multi-sensory workout! Music improves your child’s memory, cognitive development, learning skills, and ability to express emotion. Plus, it’s fun! Miss Carolyn is a professional musician, serves as a faculty member at Indian Hill Music School, and has been a licensed Kindermusik Educator for 7 years. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Winter Warmth
Drop-in 1:30pm to 4:30pm Science Discovery MuseumDo you ever wonder how animals keep warm? Test the insulating properties of feathers, fur, and fat and see how leaves and dirt provide insulation for nests and burrows. Experiment with different fabrics to discover how jackets and gloves keep you warm. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Saturday, January 12
Face Painting
10:00 a.m. Children’s Discovery MuseumUse your face or hand as a canvas for a colorful painting. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
FETCH!™ Thrill Ride
Drop-in 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Science Discovery MuseumJoin with others and build a variety of roller coaster marble runs in our education room. Create tracks with tubes, cardboard, and wooden pieces to add to a community marble run inspired by Ruff Ruffman! © 2012 WGBH Educational Foundation. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Especially for Me! Free Evening for Families with Children on the Autism Spectrum
5:30 pm to 8:30 pm - both museums openCome join in all the fun and explore both museums during this special free evening for families with children on the autism spectrum. This event is free, but pre-registration is required. Visit http://tinyurl.com/EspeciallyforMe2013-2 to register. Funding provided by MathWorks, Hologic and Acton-Boxborough Regional High School’s Youth in Philanthropy Club, with in-kind support provided by Not Your Average Joe’s.
Sunday, January 13
Rubber Duck Day
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumJoin us today as we celebrate National Rubber Duck Day! Our program today is sure to Quack You Up! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Tuesday, January 15
Let’s Go Fly a Kite
10:00am Children’s Discovery MuseumWe may be in the middle of winter, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t fill the sky with colorful and fun kites! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
FETCH!™ Kaleid-O-Mania
Drop-in 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Science Discovery MuseumCreate a swirling, whirling winter wonderland! Use reflections, light, and your artistic talents to create a dazzling kaleidoscope. © 2012 WGBH Educational Foundation. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Wednesday, January 16
Dress Up Your Stuffed Pet Day
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumBring along your favorite stuffed pet today as read Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing by Judi Barrett and after design some fun clothes for your furry friend! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Thursday, January 17
Thursday’s Tales
11:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumJoin us for our weekly story time. We’ll bring the books; you bring your imagination! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Take Aparts
Drop-in 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Science Discovery MuseumAre you curious about what’s inside telephones and computers? Discover resistors and capacitors as you uncover the inner workings of everyday objects. Sponsored by Analog Devices, Inc. and Genzyme.
Friday, January 18
Winnie The Pooh Day
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumCelebrate the birthday of Winnie the Pooh author, A.A. Milne, by bringing your favorite “silly ol’ Bear” to the museum. We will read some of Winnie the Pooh’s stories and make some 100 Acre inspired art. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments with additional support from Pediatric Dentistry of Concord and Marlboro.
Saturday, January 19
Winter Warmth
Drop-in 1:00pm to 4:00pm Science Discovery MuseumDo you ever wonder how animals keep warm? Test the insulating properties of feathers, fur, and fat and see how leaves and dirt provide insulation for nests and burrows. Experiment with different fabrics to discover how jackets and gloves keep you warm. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Monday, January 21
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Both buildings open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Celebrate the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
10:00am to 12:00pm Children’s Discovery MuseumCome to the museum today as we talk about the freedom and dreams for the future as we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. We will be creating white doves and adding our dreams for the future onto our Dream Tree. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Celebrate the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Drop-in 2:00pm to 4:00 pm Science DiscoveryJoin us on this significant day and celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. Create a self-portrait to add to a community mural, complete with your dreams and words of friendship and peace. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Wednesday, January 23
Let It Snow!
Drop-in 1:30pm to 4:30pm Science Discovery MuseumCan you tell the difference between a snowflake and a snow-fake? Discover the science and math behind snow as you create your own snowy masterpieces to take home. Beware of imposter snowflakes! Sponsored by Genzyme.
Thursday, January 24
Peep Science Adventures: Guessing What Floats
Drop-in 10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumInvestigate the properties of different objects when we try to figure out what sinks and what floats in this Peep inspired activity. *This is an indoor water activity and children may get wet* © 2012 WGBH Educational Foundation. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments with additional support from Emerson Hospital.
Thursday’s Tales
11:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumJoin us for our weekly story time. We’ll bring the books; you bring your imagination. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Friday, January 25
Music and Movement with Miss Carolyn
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumExplore sound through singing and playing. Move, make music, listen, learn, and get a multi-sensory workout! Music improves your child’s memory, cognitive development, learning skills, and ability to express emotion. Plus, it’s fun! Miss Carolyn is a professional musician, serves as a faculty member at Indian Hill Music School, and has been a licensed Kindermusik Educator for 7 years. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
FETCH!™ Thrill Ride
Drop-in 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Science Discovery MuseumJoin with others and build a variety of roller coaster marble runs in our education room. Create tracks with tubes, cardboard, and wooden pieces to add to a community marble run inspired by Ruff Ruffman! . © 2012 WGBH Educational Foundation. Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Sunday, January 27
Exploring Nano: The Smallest Science
Drop-in 1:00pm to 4:00pm Science Discovery MuseumJoin us for hands-on educational programs about nanoscale science, engineering and technology. What do butterflies and gold have to do with nano science? Find out as you explore the nano in your everyday life and discover the special and unexpected properties found at the nanoscale. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Tuesday, January 29
National Puzzle Day Celebration!
10:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumPuzzles come in all different shapes, sizes and varieties. Come challenge your brain today as we celebrate National Puzzle Day with a potpourri of puzzles! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
National Puzzle Day Celebration!
Drop-in 1:30pm to 4:30pm Science Discovery MuseumCome celebrate National Puzzle Day! Try your hand at classic puzzle games and exercise your brain with a variety of picture, math and word puzzles. Make a simple tangram puzzle to take home. Sponsored by Genzyme.
Thursday, January 31
Thursday’s Tales
11:00 am Children’s Discovery MuseumJoin us for our weekly story time. We’ll bring the books; you bring your imagination! Sponsored by MEFA’s U.Fund and Fidelity Investments.
Icy Investigations
Drop-in 1:30pm to 4:30pm Science Discovery MuseumBrrrr…Things are getting chilly at the Science Discovery Museum. Experiment with ice and investigate the effects of sand, salt, ice melt, and Magic Salt on the cold stuff. Discover how cool science can be! Sponsored by Genzyme.
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