Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events

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Jan 17,2009 - Jan 24, 2009

JAN

SAT 17

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Play Lab Workshop Series: Magic Hats

11:00, for 2 1/2 to 5 yr olds

Why do people wear hats? Discover hats and other head gear from different cultures around the world. Listen to the story The Magic Hat and get inspired to create your own silly hat to take home. Pre-registration required; call (718) 735-4400 x106.
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Water, Water Everywhere

11:30, for 6 and up

Get your hands wet in this lively session! Conduct experiments to determine the quality of pond, stream, and tap water. Check your taste buds in a water taste-test. Decorate a reusable water bottle to take home.
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Water, Water Everywhere

03:00, for 6 and up

Get your hands wet in this lively session! Conduct experiments to determine the quality of pond, stream, and tap water. Check your taste buds in a water taste-test. Decorate a reusable water bottle to take home.

SUN 18

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Play Lab Workshop Series: Magic Hats

11:00, for 2 1/2 to 5 yr olds

Why do people wear hats? Discover hats and other head gear from different cultures around the world. Listen to the story The Magic Hat and get inspired to create your own silly hat to take home. Pre-registration required; call (718) 735-4400 x106.
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The MetLife Little Theatre Series: Yosi & The Superdads

01:00, for All ages

Bop along to this band′s original and traditional songs—each one is whimsical, imaginative and perfect for family fun!
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The MetLife Little Theatre Series: Yosi & The Superdads

02:00, for All ages

Bop along to this band′s original and traditional songs—each one is whimsical, imaginative and perfect for family fun!
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X-plorers’ Club: Silver Necklace

02:30, for 8 and up

Among the Akha people of Southeast Asia, silver jewelry is a sign of a person′s wealth and high status. See a silver neck ring and pendant, created by the Akha, from the Museum′s collection of adornments, and create your own version to wear proudly.

MON 19

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—MUSEUM OPEN

10:00, for All ages

The Museum will be OPEN from 10am to 5pm on this NYC public-school holiday. Come play with us!
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The Many Faces of Rosa Parks

11:30, for 5 and up

Examine different views of the “mother of the civil rights movement,” as seen in art and photography. Discuss her life and some of the symbols, messages, and historical elements present in these portraits. Use your own style and thoughts about Rosa Parks to create your own portrait of her.

SAT 24

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Chinese New Year Weekend

11:00, for All ages

Bring in the Year of the Ox with us! Make a craft related to your Chinese zodiac sign, meet a living “dragon,” and explore all the special cultural programs planned for this celebratory weekend!
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Chase Wonder Why Workshop Series: Which Chinese Element Are You?

11:30, for 5 and up

Happy Chinese New Year! Come learn about feng shui, the ancient Chinese practice of interior design! Learn how to prepare for the new year by redesigning your room so that good luck, balance, good health, and happiness can flow in! Use natural and renewable resources to design a picture that symbolizes your personal element.
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Chase Wonder Why Workshop Series: Which Chinese Element Are You?

03:00, for 5 and up

Happy Chinese New Year! Come learn about feng shui, the ancient Chinese practice of interior design! Learn how to prepare for the new year by redesigning your room so that good luck, balance, good health, and happiness can flow in! Use natural and renewable resources to design a picture that symbolizes your personal element.

Jan 2009