Please call (860) 691-1111 for information or to register for the following programs:

SPECIAL NOTICES:

September 8-15, Yearly Maintenance
We had to extend our yearly maintence a few extra days due to repairs from water damage. We apologize for the inconvenience . . . and we look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, Sept. 16th!

PROGRAM REGISTRATION DAYS!
Monday, Sept. 8, 9:30 - 2
MEMBERS-ONLY Registration Day
One of the benefits of Museum Membership is early program registration. The 2 days before registration is opened to everyone, Museum Members can walk-in or phone-in their payment and registration. The Museum will not be open to play on Monday, September 8, but a simple activity will be available to keep your children busy while you register. The Members-Only Registration period will be September 8 and 9 only. All classes must be paid-in-full.

Wednesday, Sept. 10, 9:30 - 2
Registration opens to ALL!
Registration will be opened to all beginning September 10. Although the Museum will be closed to play (reopening Friday, September 12), we’ll have the door open for those wishing to stop by and register.  All classes must be paid in full.  If you register by phone, please have a credit card ready. You may pay by check if you are coming to the Museum to register. All classes must be paid-in-full.

FUN FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS!

Friday, Sept. 5, 5 - 8 p.m.
First-Friday-Free Family Night!
Join us the first Friday of each month for free!
* Sponsored by Electric Boat Employees Community Fund

Sunday, Sept. 7, Noon-5
Grandparents' Day!
Kids, bring your grandparents and they get in FREE!

Saturday, Sept. 27, 9:30-5
Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day
Once again, the Children's Museum is happy to participate in the Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day! Enjoy free admission for you and a guest when you present the Museum Day admission card. The admission card is available in the September 2008 issue of Smithsonian magazine or downloadable at the Smithsonian Magazine's website.

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PROGRAMS

MUSEUM BABIES (New 5-week session)
~ Sept. 26 - Oct. 24
Designed for very young children and their caregivers. Museum Babies will focus on simple toys, play and new friends. Stories and activities appropriate for children who are having their first group experience and mobile, either walking or crawling.
~ Friday, 9:30. (45 minutes)
~ Best for ages 12 - 18 months
~ Fee: $30 member, $51 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

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TODDLER PLAYGROUPS: FIRST FRIENDS or TOGETHER TIME
Toddler programs are an informal opportunity for toddlers to be a part of a group. Emphasis on process and exposure to new and different materials, stories and a craft.
~ 6-week sessions
~ Best for ages 18-36 months
~ Fee: $36 member, $62 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

FIRST FRIENDS: Toddler attend alone (New 6-week session)
This class is best for children ages 24 to 36 months, ready for a taste of independence.
~ Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m OR 10:45 a.m.
~ Sept. 25 - Oct. 29
~ 45 minute classes
~ Best for ages 24 - 36 months
~ Fee: $36 member, $62 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

TOGETHER TIME : Toddler with caregiver (New 6-week session)
A class for young children and their caregiver. Stories, snack and activity offer children the chance to meet new faces, with the comfort of a caregiver.
~ Thursdays, 9:30 a.m - for Younger Toddler (18-24 months)
~ Thursdays, 10:45 a.m. - for Older Toddler (24-36 months)
~ Sept. 25 - Oct. 30
~ 45 minute classes
~ Fee: $36 member, $62 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

TOGETHER TIME : Toddler with caregiver (New 6-week session)
A class for young children and their caregiver. Stories, snack and activity offer children the chance to meet new faces, with the comfort of a caregiver.
~ Saturdays, 9 a.m - Best for Toddler ages 18-36 months
~ Sept. 27 - Nov. 1
~ 45 minute classes
~ Fee: $36 member, $62 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS (Single sessions)
~ Programs designed for 3-5 year olds
~ Single sessions. Tuesdays & Fridays mornings (45 minutes)
~ Cost per class: $7 members, $12 non-member (includes admission for child).
~ To register for the following classes, please call: (860)691-1111

Tuesday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM: Monarchs
Join us in the Monarch garden. We’ll look for eggs, caterpillars, and maybe a golden surprise!
~ Ages 3 through 5
~ Cost: $7 member, $12 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

Friday, Sept. 26, 10:30
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM: Splish Splash
Kids and water; a perfect combination!.Dress to get wet as we explore water.
~ Ages 3 through 5
~ Cost: $7 member, $12 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

Tuesday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM: Messy Hands Art
Wear your play-clothes and get ready to make some messy art!
~ Ages 3 through 5
~ Cost: $7 member, $12 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

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SCIENCE and STORIES (Single sessions)
Join us each week for a hands-on science fun and classic children’s story!
~ Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. (45 minutes)
~ Best for ages 4 through 6
~ Cost per class: $8 members, $14 non-member (includes admission for child).
~ To register for the following classes, please call: (860)691-1111

Tuesday, Sept. 23, 1:30
SCIENCE and STORIES: Mirror Magic
Mirrors don’t just show your reflection. See a rainbow, bend a beam of light, and make a kaleidoscope using all different kinds of mirrors!
~ Ages 4 through 6
~ Cost: $8 member, $14 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

Tuesday, Sept. 30, 1:30
SCIENCE and STORIES: What is a Bubble?
Bubbles are a lot of fun to make! Learn what a bubble really is and find them in some unusual places!
~ Ages 4 through 6
~ Cost: $8 member, $14 non-member (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

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EXHIBIT EXPLORERS (Separate session each week)
Travel throughout the Museum each week and explore a differnt exhibit in depth.
Learn unusual facts, discover great literature, make a craft or do an experiment each week.
~ Fridays, 4 - 5 p.m.
~ Single sessions
~ Best for ages 6 to 9
~ Fee: $8 for member, $13 non-members (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

Friday, Sept. 26, 4:00
EXHIBIT EXPLORERS: Our Big Backyard
Open the fence and explore the wilds of the outdoor exhibit. Then we will head into the classroom and make some art from all the natural objects we discovered.
~ Best for ages 6 to 9
~ Fee: $8 for member, $13 non-members (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

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SCIENCE for 'SCHOOLERS (New 6-week series)
Join us each week for fun-filled programs with science, stories and art! Drop off available.
~ Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
~ 6-week series: Sept. 24 - Oct. 29
~ Best for ages 5 - 8 year old
~ Fee: $48 for member, $70 non-members (includes admission for child)
~ Call to register: (860) 691-1111

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The Museum is OPEN:
• 9:30 - 5 Tuesday thru Saturday, Sundays Noon-5. First Friday of the month open until 8!

The Museum is CLOSED:
• September 8-11, 2008 - Closed for yearly maintenance.
• Mondays from Labor Day through Memorial Day (except for school holidays and vacations).
• Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Day, Easter Sunday,
Memorial Day and 4th of July.

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