MINI MONDAYS
MONDAYS IN APRIL

Every Monday from September to April, join us for a fun-filled day of stimulating play for children under 4 years old. We provide tailored crafts to help develop fine motor skills, activities that aid in dramatic play, and a special story time at 11:00AM and 1:00PM in our Time Squared gallery.
 
April Mini Mondays Theme: Super Spring
Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, spring is in the air! Whether the weather wants to cooperate or not, join us throughout April as we celebrate this fantastic season with crafts, activities, and special story times for our youngest guests!
  • April 17: Birds Of A Feather
  • April 24: Flowers In Bloom
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Please Note: April 24 is the last Mini Monday for the 2016/17 school year. Mini Mondays will return this September. Stay tuned for further updates including dates, times, themes, and more!
 

EARTH DAY
APRIL 22, 2017

High-five planet Earth and join us for some eco-friendly activities with the Manitoba Forestry Association in celebration of Earth Day! Plant your very own seedling and learn more about Manitoba's trees. This is also a great day to bring in your recyclable materials to donate for use in our Pop m'Art gallery - find our Wish List here. Being green has never been this fun!

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Event Sponsor: Johnson Waste Management
 

EXPLORE-ABILITIES MORNING
APRIL 22, 2017

The first event in our 2017 Explore-Abilities Access Program will be the Explore-Abilities Morning on Saturday, April 22. Join us for a sensory-friendly museum experience designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to have fun and enjoy interactive, hands-on learning in a safe and accessible facility!

EVENT CAPACITY REACHED
Registration is now CLOSED for this event.

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Event Sponsor: Jewish Foundation of Manitoba
 

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SESSION
APRIL 22, 2017

The Children's Museum is looking for volunteers to assist with our upcoming programming and events. Are you fun, creative, and interested in making a difference? Help spark kids' creative learning - become a Children's Museum volunteer today or share this message with someone you know! 

Click here to register or to learn more.

Volunteer Program Supporter: Payworks


MUSIC MONDAY
MAY 1, 2017

At the Children's Museum, we feel the rhythm! Join us on Monday, May 1 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM for a day showcasing music - complete with a special craft, activities, and story times!

Enjoy special visits from the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra's Sistema students with an Instrument Petting Zoo from 10:30AM to 1:00PM, and performances at 10:30AM and 11:45AM. 

Click here to learn more.
 

MANITOBA DAY
MAY 12, 2017

May 12 is Manitoba Day - which makes it the perfect day to learn more about the province we call home! Join us from 11:00AM - 3:00PM as we celebrate everything that's great about Manitoba with a special craft, activity, and story times!

Attention Teachers: Join us for Manitoba Day on Friday, May 12 and save! All community-themed school programs will be available at a special discounted price of $4.00 per student per program and will include special Manitoba crafts and activities in our galleries!

Click here to book your classroom's visit or to learn more.
 

#SERIOUSLYADULT COMEDY NIGHT
MAY 12, 2017

Gather a group of friends for an evening of laugh out loud fun and side-splitting humour with live stand-up by great local comedians like Dan Verville and more! With exciting prizes, a cash bar, and a chance to experience the Children's Museum's galleries after dark, everyone will have a chance to tap into their inner child at this event. Tickets on sale now!

Click here to purchase tickets or to learn more.
 

MEMBERS NIGHT
MAY 26, 2017

Members and their guests (up to two free guests per active member) are invited to attend a sneak peek of our 2017 travelling exhibition, Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures In Action™ and explore action-adventure scenes, plus jump into Action Star Training!

This after-hours experience will also feature the Children's Museum's new Refreshment Stand, a take-home Adventure Superhero Cuffs craft, as well as an opportunity to enter our draw for a museum membership.

Click here to learn more.
 

VOLUNTEER BURSARY WINNER 2016

In appreciation of our volunteers' contributions, the Children's Museum provides recognition of service hour milestones, exclusive volunteer events, as well as an annual $100 bursary draw open to volunteers who contributed over 120 volunteer hours in 2016.
 
We are pleased to announce that the 2016 Volunteer Bursary Winner is Chloe S.!
 
Chloe is an important member of our programming prep team who has contributed 127.75 hours of her enthusiasm, energy, and time to the Children's Museum. She is a reliable and committed volunteer and her support of the Children's Museum is acknowledged with appreciation.
 
In addition to Chloe, 4 other volunteers contributed over 120 hours to the Children's Museum in 2016. A huge thank you is extended to Bennet F., Christine K., Michelle A., and Zubeir T. for their efforts and support.
 


Manitoba Children's Museum
45 Forks Market Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4T6



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