All Discussions Tagged 'museum' - MyTown Colorado2024-03-29T15:36:30Zhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=museum&feed=yes&xn_auth=no2021 Summer Engineering Classes at WOW! Children's Museumtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2021-06-25:2021996:Topic:2601832021-06-25T17:00:48.850ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – Learning comes alive this summer (and away from computer screens) with activities that encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking skills – plus playtime in the Museum! This summer class series gives children in Grades 1st-3rd an exciting and informative insight into engineering. Centered on the engineering method, each session focuses on a different field: Civil, Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical/Biomedical, and Environmental Engineering.…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – Learning comes alive this summer (and away from computer screens) with activities that encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking skills – plus playtime in the Museum! This summer class series gives children in Grades 1st-3rd an exciting and informative insight into engineering. Centered on the engineering method, each session focuses on a different field: Civil, Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical/Biomedical, and Environmental Engineering. Classes are held weekly on Fridays for 5-weeks, July 9 to August 6, and are limited to 15 children per class.</p>
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<p><strong>Civil Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 9 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>Learn to engineer! In this class, we’ll get to know what kind of engineer you are, build with our Rigamajig, and create inventions.</p>
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<p><strong>Aerospace Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 16 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>3..2..1…blast off! In this class, we’ll learn about our solar system, build rockets, and use chemistry to launch rockets into ‘space’.</p>
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<p><strong>Electrical Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 23 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>It’s Electric! In this class, we’ll learn all about electricity and use it to create art and robots.</p>
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<p><strong>Chemical & Biomedical Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 30 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>Feel the Chemistry! In this class, we’ll learn about physical and chemical changes through cold and slimy science, then get to the heart of the matter using our EEK! Engineering kits to mimic what biomedical engineers are doing to fix broken hearts.</p>
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<p><strong>Environmental Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, August 6 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>Go green! In this class, we’ll learn how natural materials are used in dyes, plant a seed to take home with you, and take some time to get to know the Discovery Garden. Wear clothes that can get wet!</p>
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<p>*All classes are designed for children in Grades 1<sup>st</sup>-3<sup>rd</sup> (ages 6-9). WOW! will adhere to COVID-19 safety and health protocols during all classes.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Cost & Registration:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>$30 per class or $125 for all 5 classes</li>
<li>Discounts available for WOW! members</li>
<li>Advance registration required</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>For registration, summer class policies and more information visit:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/education-programs/">wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/education-programs/</a></p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> 2021 Summer Engineering Classes at WOW! Children's Museumtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2021-06-25:2021996:Topic:2602542021-06-25T17:00:47.686ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – Learning comes alive this summer (and away from computer screens) with activities that encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking skills – plus playtime in the Museum! This summer class series gives children in Grades 1st-3rd an exciting and informative insight into engineering. Centered on the engineering method, each session focuses on a different field: Civil, Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical/Biomedical, and Environmental Engineering.…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – Learning comes alive this summer (and away from computer screens) with activities that encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking skills – plus playtime in the Museum! This summer class series gives children in Grades 1st-3rd an exciting and informative insight into engineering. Centered on the engineering method, each session focuses on a different field: Civil, Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical/Biomedical, and Environmental Engineering. Classes are held weekly on Fridays for 5-weeks, July 9 to August 6, and are limited to 15 children per class.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Civil Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 9 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>Learn to engineer! In this class, we’ll get to know what kind of engineer you are, build with our Rigamajig, and create inventions.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Aerospace Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 16 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>3..2..1…blast off! In this class, we’ll learn about our solar system, build rockets, and use chemistry to launch rockets into ‘space’.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Electrical Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 23 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>It’s Electric! In this class, we’ll learn all about electricity and use it to create art and robots.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Chemical & Biomedical Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, July 30 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>Feel the Chemistry! In this class, we’ll learn about physical and chemical changes through cold and slimy science, then get to the heart of the matter using our EEK! Engineering kits to mimic what biomedical engineers are doing to fix broken hearts.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Environmental Engineering Class</strong></p>
<p>Friday, August 6 at 3:30pm-5:00pm</p>
<p>Go green! In this class, we’ll learn how natural materials are used in dyes, plant a seed to take home with you, and take some time to get to know the Discovery Garden. Wear clothes that can get wet!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>*All classes are designed for children in Grades 1<sup>st</sup>-3<sup>rd</sup> (ages 6-9). WOW! will adhere to COVID-19 safety and health protocols during all classes.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Cost & Registration:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>$30 per class or $125 for all 5 classes</li>
<li>Discounts available for WOW! members</li>
<li>Advance registration required</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>For registration, summer class policies and more information visit:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/education-programs/">wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/education-programs/</a></p>
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<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> WOW! Children's Museum Hosts Virtual Girls in Science Nighttag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2021-03-01:2021996:Topic:2592902021-03-01T21:27:13.147ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – Calling all girls! Join WOW! Children’s Museum for <em>How to Be a Scientist,</em> our 3rd annual celebration of Girls in Science on Saturday, March 13 at 4:00pm. During this live virtual Zoom event, girls ages 3 and up will get to meet real female scientists and explore science activities at home with a hands-on kit! Girls will have the chance to connect with women from a variety of STEM careers, and interact along at home with special activities.…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – Calling all girls! Join WOW! Children’s Museum for <em>How to Be a Scientist,</em> our 3rd annual celebration of Girls in Science on Saturday, March 13 at 4:00pm. During this live virtual Zoom event, girls ages 3 and up will get to meet real female scientists and explore science activities at home with a hands-on kit! Girls will have the chance to connect with women from a variety of STEM careers, and interact along at home with special activities. Girls will also learn that they can be a scientist both as a future career and right now in their everyday lives!</p>
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<p><strong>Event:</strong> Virtual Girls in Science Night</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, March 13, 2021</p>
<p><strong>Time:</strong> 4:00pm-5:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Live on Zoom</p>
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<p><strong>Special Guests* & Activities Include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>A live Q&A with an animal ambassador from Denver Zoo</li>
<li>Noelle Ozimek, MS, from Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Boston) and Harvard Medical School</li>
<li>An interactive experiment from Pfizer</li>
<li>An electric vehicles activity from Xcel Energy</li>
<li>An interactive physics and engineering activity from STROBE</li>
<li>Guests from NCAR/UCAR</li>
<li>A chemistry activity from Victoria Hale, M.S. Ed., Chemistry Teacher at Mercy Academy</li>
</ul>
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<p><em>*Special guests subject to change.</em></p>
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<p>Live Spanish translation will be available during the event. Every registered family will receive an activity kit to follow along and use during the event. Kits will be available for pick up curbside at WOW! Children’s Museum from March 10-13.</p>
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<p>“Girls in Science is one of our favorite events of the year. We are so grateful to be able to host it virtually this year and keep this wonderful tradition alive! Girls of all ages need role models in the sciences, to help them discover the ways in which they are already young scientists and that they have bright futures ahead of them,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum.</p>
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<p><strong>Tickets & Registration:</strong></p>
<p>Event tickets include access to the live event via Zoom and an activity kit to use at home during the event. Advance registration required.</p>
<ul>
<li>$10 per non-member family</li>
<li>$8 per member family</li>
<li>Purchase Online: <a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/upcoming-events/">wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/upcoming-events/</a></li>
</ul>
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<p>Virtual Girls in Science Night has been made possible through the generous support of presenting sponsor, STROBE and supporting sponsors Xcel Energy and Donna Charlevoix & Glen Romine.</p>
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<p><strong> </strong><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> WOW! Children’s Museum Announces Phased Reopening on February 3tag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2021-01-25:2021996:Topic:2489852021-01-25T20:26:58.978ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – With Boulder County’s recent move back to Level Orange on the state’s COVID-19 dial, WOW! Children’s Museum will begin a phased reopening to the public on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. The Museum temporarily closed its doors on November 20, 2020 to adhere to the restrictions put in place with Boulder County’s move to Level Red. WOW! is excited to once again welcome back visitors and members with health and safety as the Museum’s top priority. The…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – With Boulder County’s recent move back to Level Orange on the state’s COVID-19 dial, WOW! Children’s Museum will begin a phased reopening to the public on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. The Museum temporarily closed its doors on November 20, 2020 to adhere to the restrictions put in place with Boulder County’s move to Level Red. WOW! is excited to once again welcome back visitors and members with health and safety as the Museum’s top priority. The Museum remains committed to a safe museum experience just like WOW! did when it reopened in August 2020, and will continue to offer modified operations and exhibits that adhere to municipal and state guidelines and requirements related to COVID-19. During the first phase of this February reopening, the Museum will be operating with limited visitor capacity and reduced hours on Wednesdays-Saturdays.</p>
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<p>WOW! remains dedicated to inspiring children to learn through play with successful new protocols firmly in place:</p>
<ul>
<li>Timed ticketing for all visitors. Tickets must be purchased in advance on WOW!’s website or over the phone.</li>
<li>Limiting business hours to allow for more frequent deep cleaning in between visitors.<ul>
<li>Open Wednesdays to Saturdays from 10:00am-12:00pm</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Limiting capacity to 50 visitors per time slot.</li>
<li>Greatly reducing the number of handheld toys throughout the Museum. Each family will use an individual “WOW! Pack” of items ensuring less cross-contamination.</li>
<li>Performing rigorous cleaning of exhibits and common spaces by using hospital grade cleaners.</li>
<li>Conducting regular maintenance on our HVAC system. WOW! has upgraded its HVAC filters, and has installed UV lights, based on professional advice to provide the highest air quality possible.</li>
<li>Providing hand sanitizer stations around the Museum.</li>
<li>Staff will be wearing PPE and providing contactless check-in.</li>
</ul>
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<p>WOW! reminds our visitors and members to play it safe! The Museum requires visitors to follow these guidelines:</p>
<ul>
<li>To stay at home if you or anyone in your family are feeling ill or are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.</li>
<li><strong>Face masks are required if you are age 11 or older and are strongly recommended for ages 3-10.</strong></li>
<li>Maintain a 6-foot distance from visitors not in your family or group.</li>
<li>Wash hands or use hand sanitizer frequently.</li>
<li>Follow WOW!’s directional signage and instructions from staff.</li>
</ul>
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<p>“Young children need opportunities to play and explore, now more than ever, so we are delighted to open our Museum doors once again,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum. “We have missed seeing families in person, and are so grateful for everyone’s patience as we do our best to keep our guests and staff healthy. With limited capacity our budget will remain very tight, and we could not do this without the generous financial support of our members and community.”</p>
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<p>For more information about WOW! Children’s Museum’s phased reopening plans please visit: <a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/reopening/">https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/reopening/</a></p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> Virtual WOW! on Tap Fundraisertag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-10-27:2021996:Topic:2270982020-10-27T20:02:17.710ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
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<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) today announced that the annual WOW! on Tap Fundraiser is going virtual on Friday, November 13 at 6:30pm. WOW! invites the community to join us on Zoom for a memorable night of fun and festivities for the entire family celebrating WOW! Children’s Museum’s 24th birthday.…</p>
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<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) today announced that the annual WOW! on Tap Fundraiser is going virtual on Friday, November 13 at 6:30pm. WOW! invites the community to join us on Zoom for a memorable night of fun and festivities for the entire family celebrating WOW! Children’s Museum’s 24th birthday. To participate in the live event on Zoom, purchase a Party Box. Each box (either for two people or four people) includes materials to use during the event, and games designed by WOW! team members and community partners that test your creativity, knowledge, and skills! All proceeds raised directly support WOW! and will help keep the Museum’s doors open for play.</p>
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<p><strong>Event:</strong> Virtual WOW! on Tap Fundraiser</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> Friday, November 13</p>
<p><strong>Time:</strong> 6:30pm-8:00pm</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Live on Zoom (link will be provided after Party Box registration)</p>
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<p><strong>Scheduled Activities Include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Birthday party hat decorating</li>
<li>Tea science experiment with WOW!’s Education Team</li>
<li>Origami lesson with The Read Queen Bookstore</li>
<li>Cookie decorating</li>
<li>A special message from Governor Polis as well as a birthday song from Jeff & Paige</li>
<li>Plus silent auction, chance to win games, paddle raiser and more!</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Party Boxes:</strong></p>
<p>Includes all the supplies you need for party hat decorating, tea experiment, origami lesson, cookie decorating plus activity instructions and surprises! Party boxes can be picked up curbside at WOW! Children’s Museum starting on Wednesday, November 11.</p>
<ul>
<li>Party Box for 2: $45</li>
<li>Party Box for 4: $55</li>
<li>Purchase Online: <a href="https://charityauction.bid/WOWONTAP20">https://charityauction.bid/WOWONTAP20</a></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Pizza Kits:</strong></p>
<p>As a special add-on, WOW! has partnered with Lucky Pie in Louisville for pizza kits and cocktails (if you wish) worthy of our celebration! Lucky Pie is providing their delicious pizza ingredients for you to make at home and enjoy during the event! Add on salads and beverages to your order. Orders must be placed by Wednesday, November 11 at 5pm. For ordering information visit: <a href="https://forms.gle/1gdCEkM3VGszV8RC9">https://forms.gle/1gdCEkM3VGszV8RC9</a></p>
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<p><strong>Chance to Win Games:</strong></p>
<p>Bid on our silent auction or participate in a Chance to Win game! You can purchase Chance to Win tickets for our Wine Pull (must be 21 or older to play), or our LIVE Make It Go Races. The silent auction will open on Monday, November 9 for pre-event bidding. For more information visit: <a href="https://charityauction.bid/WOWONTAP20">https://charityauction.bid/WOWONTAP20</a></p>
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<p>“What fun it has been watching our community come together for this special virtual event, which supports our critical efforts to remain a vital resource in these difficult times,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum. “We wanted a fundraiser that was truly fun for the entire family, and that’s what participants are going to get. I can’t wait!”</p>
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<p><strong>Thank You to Event Sponsors:</strong></p>
<p>Plexus, Great Western Bank, StaffScapes, Lafayette Family Orthodontics, and Premier Mortgage Group</p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wow-children%27s-museum">LinkedIn</a>.</p>
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<p><span> </span><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> WOW! Children's Museum Announces Kids Clinic Exhibit Partnership with Children's Hospital Coloradotag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-10-20:2021996:Topic:2231382020-10-20T19:32:23.805ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
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<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) is pleased to announce that the Museum has partnered with Children’s Hospital Colorado on a new and improved Kids Clinic exhibit space. This redesigned interactive play space encourages children to explore health and wellness by taking on the role…</p>
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<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) is pleased to announce that the Museum has partnered with Children’s Hospital Colorado on a new and improved Kids Clinic exhibit space. This redesigned interactive play space encourages children to explore health and wellness by taking on the role of patient or doctor. Children’s Hospital Colorado’s partnership with the Kids Clinic directly supports WOW!’s dedication to the healthy development of young children and their families. </p>
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<p>Just like a real clinic, the Kids Clinic exhibit is equipped with an exam table, medical tools, hand washing station, x-rays, and check-in station. The exhibit also features hands-on stations with developmentally appropriate communication about anatomy, sugary drinks, and dental health. The Kids Clinic exhibit encourages role-play and child-directed exploration as well as helps children feel more confident and comfortable about going to a clinic or doctor’s office.</p>
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<p>“We are so grateful for the support of Children’s Hospital Colorado,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum. “We know that children learn best through play, and this improved exhibit space provides so many opportunities for young children and their families to joyfully explore ways to stay healthy and happy. We cannot think of a better community partner when it comes to promoting children’s health and wellbeing.”</p>
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<p>“We are excited about partnering with WOW! Children’s Museum. This partnership gives us the opportunity to bring education and resources to kids and families in their own communities,” said Christy Dobson, Executive Director of Corporate and Community Relations at Children’s Hospital Colorado. “This is a way for us to teach kids about the importance of taking care of their own health and wellness in a fun and engaging way.”</p>
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<p>Children’s Colorado recently expanded its North Campus in Broomfield, which is located a few minutes away from WOW! Children’s Museum. This location helps patients and families in the north Denver Metro area receive care closer to home.</p>
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<p>WOW! Children’s Museum has welcomed families back to the Museum with health and safety as the Museum’s top priority. In preparation for reopening, WOW! mindfully made changes to operations and exhibits to adhere to municipal and state guidelines and requirements related to COVID-19. WOW! is operating with limited visitor capacity, has greatly reduced the number of handheld toys throughout the Museum, has provided extra hand sanitizer stations, and is requiring visitors to follow strict guidelines. Additionally, the Museum is conducting rigorous cleaning of exhibits and common spaces by using hospital grade cleaners. For more information about WOW!’s COVID-19 policies, cleaning procedures, and visitor guidelines visit: <a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/reopening/">https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/reopening/</a></p>
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<p><strong>About Children’s Hospital Colorado </strong></p>
<p>Children’s Hospital Colorado is one of the nation’s leading and most expansive pediatric healthcare systems with a mission to improve the health of children through patient care, education, research and advocacy. Founded in 1908 and recognized as a top ten children’s hospital by <em>U.S. News & World Report</em>, Children’s Colorado has established itself as a pioneer in the discovery of innovative and groundbreaking treatments that are shaping the future of pediatric healthcare worldwide. Children’s Colorado offers a full spectrum of family-centered care at its urgent, emergency and specialty care locations throughout Colorado, including its location on the Anschutz Medical Campus, and across the region. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.childrenscolorado.org/">www.childrenscolorado.org</a>, or connect with us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/childrenshospitalcolorado">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/ChildrensColo">Twitter</a>. </p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> Fall Education Programs at WOW! Children's Museumtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-10-07:2021996:Topic:2157232020-10-07T18:15:29.477ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) today announced that the Museum is launching a new series of education programs for children in grades K-1<sup>st</sup>, 2<sup>nd</sup>-3<sup>rd</sup>, and 4<sup>th</sup>-5<sup>th</sup> beginning the week of October 19. In this 5-week series at WOW!, learning comes alive (and away from computer screens) with activities that encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking skills – plus playtime in the…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) today announced that the Museum is launching a new series of education programs for children in grades K-1<sup>st</sup>, 2<sup>nd</sup>-3<sup>rd</sup>, and 4<sup>th</sup>-5<sup>th</sup> beginning the week of October 19. In this 5-week series at WOW!, learning comes alive (and away from computer screens) with activities that encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking skills – plus playtime in the Museum! Each program is limited to 8 children with strict COVID-19 health and safety protocols in place.</p>
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<p>“We’re delighted to be able to once again offer in-person education programs,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum. “In a difficult school year for so many families, it was important to us to be able to provide opportunities for children to learn and play together.”</p>
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<p><strong>STREAM Program – Grades K-1<sup>st</sup></strong></p>
<p>Weekly on Mondays from October 19-November 16 </p>
<p>Program Time: 10am-12pm</p>
<p>Join our expert teachers in this engaging and hands-on series of STREAM programs: Science, Technology, Relationships, Engineering, Art, and Math for children in grades K-1st. Each week, <span>we will help your children to think and problem-solve like scientists, and enjoy exclusive playtime in the Museum too. Programs are designed to support Colorado Academic and Next Generation Science Standards.</span><span> </span></p>
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<p><span><strong>Engineering Program – Grades 2<sup>nd</sup>-3<sup>rd</sup></strong></span></p>
<p><span>Weekly on Mondays from October 19-November 16</span></p>
<p><span>Program time: 1:30pm-3:30pm</span></p>
<p>This hands-on series gives students an exciting and informative insight into engineering. Centered around the engineering method, each session focuses on a different field: Civil, Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical/Biomedical, and Environmental Engineering. In each class, students will participate in activities designed to highlight the different engineering fields using Colorado Science Standards for 2nd and 3rd grades.</p>
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<p><strong>Forensics Program – Grades 4<sup>th</sup>-5<sup>th</sup></strong></p>
<p>Weekly on Wednesdays from October 21-November 18</p>
<p>Program time: 3:15pm-5:15pm</p>
<p>Return to the scene of the crime and solve our scientific mysteries! This series focuses on the Forensic Sciences, such as DNA, Blood Typing and Entomology, but also teaches broader skills such as deductive reasoning and basic lab protocols. Designed with 4th and 5th graders in mind, we will highlight NGSS crosscutting concepts like patterns and cause and effect, and consider advanced life science principles. </p>
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<p><strong>Cost & Registration:</strong></p>
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<li>$125 per child for 5-week series</li>
<li>Discount available for WOW! members</li>
<li>Advance registration required</li>
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<p><strong>For registration, education program policies and more information visit:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/education-programs/">wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/education-programs/</a></p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wow-children%27s-museum">LinkedIn</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> WOW! Children's Museum Announces Phases Reopeningtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-07-31:2021996:Topic:2077402020-07-31T15:53:03.568ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
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<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum is excited to welcome back visitors and members with health and safety as the Museum’s top priority as it begins a phased reopening on Saturday, August 8. In preparation for reopening, WOW! has mindfully made changes to operations and exhibits to adhere to municipal and…</p>
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<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum is excited to welcome back visitors and members with health and safety as the Museum’s top priority as it begins a phased reopening on Saturday, August 8. In preparation for reopening, WOW! has mindfully made changes to operations and exhibits to adhere to municipal and state guidelines and requirements related to COVID-19. During the first phase of reopening, the Museum will be operating with reduced hours and limited visitor capacity. WOW! will initially open for just members on August 4 and August 6 and to the general public on August 8. </p>
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<p>While WOW! remains dedicated to inspiring children to learn through play, things will look a little different in the Museum. With safety in mind, WOW! has made the following changes to the Museum experience:</p>
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<li>Timed ticketing for all visitors. Tickets must be purchased in advance on WOW!’s website or over the phone.</li>
<li>Limiting business hours to allow for more frequent deep cleaning in between visitors.<ul>
<li>Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm</li>
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<li>Limiting capacity to 50 visitors per time slot.</li>
<li>Greatly reducing the number of handheld toys throughout the Museum. Each family will use an individual “WOW! Pack” of items ensuring less cross-contamination.</li>
<li>Performing rigorous cleaning of exhibits and common spaces by using hospital grade cleaners.</li>
<li>Providing hand sanitizer stations around the Museum.</li>
<li>Staff will be wearing PPE and providing contactless check-in.</li>
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<p>WOW! reminds our visitors and members to play it safe! The Museum requires visitors to follow these guidelines:</p>
<ul>
<li>To stay at home if you or anyone in your family are feeling ill or are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.</li>
<li>Wear a face mask if you are age 11 or older. Face masks are strongly recommended for ages 3-10.</li>
<li>Maintain a 6-foot distance from visitors not in your family or group.</li>
<li>Wash hands or use hand sanitizer frequently.</li>
<li>Follow WOW!’s directional signage and instructions from staff.</li>
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<p>“We are so excited to welcome our community members back into the Museum,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum. “These have been very difficult times for all of us, not just at WOW! but throughout the City of Lafayette and Boulder County. We’ve taken our time with this reopening plan, to ensure that we are up-to-date on cleaning and social-distancing procedures, and we are so grateful for the community’s patience during this period. We are also so grateful for the continued financial support of our members and the greater Lafayette community. As with many non-profits, we have watched our revenue plummet these last five months, and we are now operating on a razor-thin margin as we continue to serve families in our community.”</p>
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<p>For more information about WOW! Children’s Museum’s phased reopening plans please visit: <a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/reopening/">https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/reopening/</a></p>
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<p><strong> </strong><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> WOW!’s Community Art Garden – Submit Your Creative Ideas!tag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-05-08:2021996:Topic:2068392020-05-08T19:20:20.154ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – In collaboration with the City of Lafayette, WOW! Children’s Museum is creating a Community Art Garden on the north side of the Museum’s exterior. The Community Art Garden will complement the recently installed garden-themed wall mural and will be an interactive space for families and community members to explore art, nature, and imaginative play together. This outdoor space will be open to everyone year round!</p>
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<p>WOW! is asking our…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – In collaboration with the City of Lafayette, WOW! Children’s Museum is creating a Community Art Garden on the north side of the Museum’s exterior. The Community Art Garden will complement the recently installed garden-themed wall mural and will be an interactive space for families and community members to explore art, nature, and imaginative play together. This outdoor space will be open to everyone year round!</p>
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<p>WOW! is asking our community for your ideas and creativity! In order to create two large art installations for the Art Garden, our artists <a href="https://justindeister.com/">Justin Deister</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/elCholfo/">Adolfo Romero</a> would like to know: <strong>“What Does Lafayette Mean to You?”</strong> </p>
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<p>Children and families can answer this question by submitting drawings, paintings, photographs, videos, stories or poems. Share your favorite places, spaces, experiences, people or animals that are right here in Lafayette!</p>
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<p>All submissions will be shared directly with our artists! To submit your ideas, email <a href="mailto:info@wowchildrensmuseum.org">info@wowchildrensmuseum.org</a> with the subject line Community Art Garden. Please submit your creative ideas by Monday, May 18.</p>
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<p>This project has been made possible thanks to the generous support of the <a href="https://www.cityoflafayette.com/">City of Lafayette</a> and the <a href="https://cityoflafayette.com/388/Public-Art-Committee">Lafayette Public Art Committee</a>.</p>
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<p>“We’re so proud to be a part of Lafayette’s vibrant, diverse community, and to be anchored in a city that cherishes public art. Even in difficult times, we can celebrate our city, our local plants and wildlife, and share our creativity. I’m really looking forward to the day where we can walk and play in this garden together!” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum.</p>
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<p>“City Council is proud to have provided funding in 2019 to help make this project happen,” said Lafayette Mayor Jamie Harkins. “Our art scene is one of the things that makes Lafayette great. The WOW! Community Art Garden is an excellent way for us to continue engaging the community with art and planting seeds of creativity.”</p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFt4pmPOhKrBoOS2mhIr9A">YouTube</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p> Girls in Science Night at WOW! Children's Museumtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-01-28:2021996:Topic:2060512020-01-28T21:07:06.892ZWOW! Children's Museumhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/KatieMacDonald
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) today announced that the Museum is proudly hosting its second annual Girls in Science Night on Friday, February 7. Girls in the community ages 3-8 years are invited to explore how to be a scientist both as a career and in everyday life. Through hands-on STEM focused activities, girls and their parents will have the opportunity to learn about different scientific fields as well as engage with local female…</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette, Colorado</strong> – WOW! Children’s Museum (World of Wonder) today announced that the Museum is proudly hosting its second annual Girls in Science Night on Friday, February 7. Girls in the community ages 3-8 years are invited to explore how to be a scientist both as a career and in everyday life. Through hands-on STEM focused activities, girls and their parents will have the opportunity to learn about different scientific fields as well as engage with local female scientists and professionals.</p>
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<p><strong>Event:</strong> Girls in Science Night</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> Friday, February 7, 2020</p>
<p><strong>Time:</strong> 5:30pm-7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette</p>
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<p><strong>Featured community guests include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>STROBE</li>
<li>Denver Museum of Nature and Science</li>
<li>NCAR and UCAR</li>
<li>NorthWest Research Associates</li>
<li>Xcel Energy</li>
<li>Centaurus High School’s Galgorithms</li>
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<p>All event participants are invited to take part in a community science project! WOW!’s Community Educator will provide participants a super-saturated Borax solution to grow crystals at home. This special take home project will teach young scientists how to manipulate the growth pattern of crystalline structures to make something unique and beautiful! Share your crystal growing photos with WOW! on Instagram @wowchildrensmuseum.</p>
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<p>“WOW! is lucky to be part of a community with so many world-class science organizations, and with so many women serving as real-life science role models. All children are natural scientists, observing, questioning and experimenting as they play. And yet a gender gap in science and math emerges as children get older,” said Joanna Cagan, Executive Director, WOW! Children’s Museum. “At WOW! we offer daily experiences to encourage STEM skills and confidence in all our visitors, and we host events such as Girls in Science Night to celebrate and empower the scientist in all of us.”</p>
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<p>Admission to this special event is just $1 per person thanks to our event sponsors and WOW!’s donor supported Play for All Initiative. To purchase tickets visit: <a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/upcoming-events/">https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/programs-events/upcoming-events/</a></p>
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<p>Girls in Science Night has been made possible through the generous support of presenting sponsor, STROBE and supporting sponsors Namaste Foundation and Xcel Energy.</p>
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<p><strong>About WOW! Children’s Museum:</strong></p>
<p>WOW! Children's Museum engages all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For more information visit: <a href="http://www.wowchildrensmuseum.org">www.wowchildrensmuseum.org</a>. Connect with WOW! Children’s Museum on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wowchildrensmuseum.org/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowchildrensmuseum/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wow-children%27s-museum">LinkedIn</a>.</p>
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<p><span><em>WOW! Children’s Museum is a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.</em></span></p>