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Jul 31,2009 - Aug 07, 2009
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JUL
| FRI 31 |
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Little Artists
11:30, for 5 and under
Visit the Art Studio in the Totally Tots exhibit and see what activity is in store for your young Picasso.
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Chase Wonder Why Workshop Series: Breakfast of Champions
02:30, for 5 and up
Cold pizza and sugary cereal may taste delicious for breakfast, but it doesn’t always provide what your body needs to be its best! Discover the basics of nutrition, create your own weekly food planner, and concoct a delicious, natural snack for a healthful energy boost.
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Fantasia’s Feast
02:30, for 5 and up
When you’re a 20-foot-long python, you can get very hungry and eat a big meal! Come join Fantasia in the Science Inquiry Center and watch our animal curators serve her a meal. It might be rats, or it might be a rabbit, but either way it will be memorable!
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Feeding Frenzy
03:30, for 5 and up
Look for animal curators in the Neighborhood Nature exhibit and see what’s on the menu for turtles and lizards and fish and frogs—but make sure you don’t get eaten up!
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Target Free Friday Family Jams—Father Goose
05:00, for All ages
Make it a reggae family date night with short family films (Elizabeti’s Doll and Goose), the Museum’s all-new exhibits, and a special performance at 6:30pm by Grammy-award winner Father Goose (aka rapper Rankin Don), known to preschoolers worldwide as one of the “Friends” in Dan Zanes and Friends.
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AUG
| SAT 01 |
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World Passport Workshop Series: The Art around Us
11:30, for 6 and up
Discover the outdoor works of art and architectural landmarks that beautify the New York City’s busy streets and parks. Participate in a collective mural workshop and add your own unique touch to our public artwork. Made possible by Sovereign Bank.
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Blooming Babies Series: Beach Babies
11:30, for 18 mos-2 1/2 yrs
In the summer, life's a beach! Come with us as we take an imaginary stroll along the New York City's seacoast; discover what you can see, hear, and smell; and create an ocean-inspired sand painting.
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| SUN 02 |
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World Passport Workshop Series: The Art around Us
11:30, for 6 and up
Discover the outdoor works of art and architectural landmarks that beautify the New York City’s busy streets and parks. Participate in a collective mural workshop and add your own unique touch to our public artwork. Made possible by Sovereign Bank.
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Blooming Babies Series: Beach Babies
11:30, for 18 mos-2 1/2 yrs
In the summer, life's a beach! Come with us as we take an imaginary stroll along the New York City's seacoast; discover what you can see, hear, and smell; and create an ocean-inspired sand painting.
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| TUE 04 |
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Little Artists
11:30, for 5 and under
Visit the Art Studio in the Totally Tots exhibit and see what activity is in store for your young Picasso.
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Natural Creations: Learning from Native American Cultures
02:30, for 6 and up
Get in touch with nature and explore the dynamic arts of Native American cultures! Learn about similarities and differences of Native American peoples and create a nature-inspired craft!
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Feeding Frenzy
03:30, for 5 and up
Look for animal curators in the Neighborhood Nature exhibit and see what’s on the menu for turtles and lizards and fish and frogs—but make sure you don’t get eaten up!
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| WED 05 |
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Little Artists
11:30, for 5 and under
Visit the Art Studio in the Totally Tots exhibit and see what activity is in store for your young Picasso.
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Little Scientists
02:30, for 5 and under
Come investigate the world of natural science with us! There are new hands-on activities and scientific topics to explore all the time!
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Bounce! Spin! Stretch!
02:30, for 5 and up
Did you know that rubber comes from a plant? Join us in the Greenhouse for a bouncy, spinning, and stretching extravaganza! Make your own bouncing rubber ball and put its bounce to the test.
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