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Events at a Glance
Mark your calendars -
the following MCM events
are taking place in July!
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Canada Day
50% Off Museum Admissions
July 1
MCM @ St. Vital Centre
July 3
Cirque du Soleil Draw
July 7
Summer Day Camps
July 7 - August 29
SHOP's 1st Birthday Party
July 23
From Crystals to Gems
Exhibit Opening
July 31
Rogers Movie Nights
Saturdays in July
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Cirque Du Soleil
Ticket Giveaway
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See "Cirque Du Soleil
Ticket Contest" in this
issue for more information
on how to enter!
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Shop @ MCM
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Whether you're taking a road trip, going on a plane, heading to the cabin for a weekend
or simply looking for things to keep your kids busy over the summer holidays,
you'll find great ideas in Shop, MCM's very own toy store!
 Travel Games
& Activity BooksWe carry miniature versions of all the favourites that fit in your child's
backpack: Connect Four, Hungry Hippo, Perfection, Lite Brite and more, while activity
books like Connect the Dots,
Can you see the Difference, Magic Erase and other solo games stimulate the mind and capture children's
interest.
SIGG
Bottles
Summer's hot and SIGG bottles are cool! We're freshly stocked with bottles ranging in size from
0.3L to 1L with cute, wild and beautiful designs. These stainless steel bottles
are considered the safer, greener way to keep hydrated and contain none of
the chemicals used in polycarbonate plastics that have come under scrutiny and
are under review by the Canadian government (Maclean's, Oct.07).
Canadian Souvenirs
Proud to be
Canadian, Shop celebrates Canada Day by carrying a wide range of Canadian
souvenirs. Whether it's a gift for a summer houseguest or simply a fun way to show your
national pride, Shop has a large selection of quality Canadian souvenirs that you
and your family will enjoy! 
Shop + Birthdays = Success!
Shop loves birthdays and knows how to make them memorable. We offer birthday party goodie bags in five different themes and gift
certificates in any denomination! Save yourself the run-around to multiple stores and get it done in one easy trip - make Shop your #1 stop for birthdays!
Did You Know Your Purchase Counts?
Every purchase made at Shop goes directly back into the museum! As a
non-profit, charitable organization, the Manitoba Children's Museum relies on
earned revenue to cover approximately 70% of its operating costs. These funds
enable us to present blockbuster exhibits, create new exhibits like the Dream
Gallery, develop educational programs, offer new services and maintain our
permanent galleries. By supporting Shop, you are supporting the Manitoba Children's
Museum.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Telephone: 943-1449
Email: shop@childrensmuseum.com
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Rogers 12th Annual
Build for Kids Golf Tournament
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Rogers 12th Annual Build for Kids
Golf Tournament was a great success - and had NO rain!
The Manitoba Children's Museum thanks all of the sponsors, golfers and
volunteers whose support raised a net amount of $22,500 for the museum.
Proceeds will enable the museum to enhance exhibits, create educational
programs and fund the Access Program, which provides free admission and
programming to Manitoba's
children from low-income families.
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June Balloon
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On June 22nd, we celebrated our 22nd
birthday!
Festivities included cool crafts, amusing activities and tasty treats,
as well as a visit by a special guest - musical entertainer Mr. Mark.
The stars
of the event were our special butterfly friends, who we raised from itty-bitty
caterpillars to beautiful butterflies and then released to mark this memorable event.
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MCM's gallery displaying children's artwork on the Mezzanine is open for
viewing Mondays through Fridays.
Celebrating the Grade One artists from Constable Edward Finney School,
come view pictures of animals made from scraps of material, buttons, beads,
sponges,
and much more. You will be amazed at how these artists have used
everyday materials in their creations.
Join us in a big round of applause to
all of these artists for their hard work!
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Under 2: Free
Kids 2-12: $6.75
Adults: $6.25
Seniors: $5.75
Summer Museum
& Shop Hours
Sunday through Saturday:
9:30AM - 6:00PM
(Effective July 1)
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eNews - July 2008
Your source for what's happening at the Manitoba Children's Museum |
Canada Day Discount
Looking for some family fun this Canada Day? To
celebrate Canada's
birthday, all admissions will be 50% off on Tuesday, July 1st. We're open from 9:30AM - 6:00PM, so stop by to join us for some holiday activities
and crafts at
discounted rates - all Canada Day long!
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Summer Day Camps
There are still a few spaces left
in our Summer Day Camp but they're going fast, so don't be disappointed -
register today!
Dates: July 7 - August 29
Times: 9:00AM to 4:00PM daily
Free early drop-off after 8:15AM and late pick-up until 5:00PM
MCM Member Rates:
$125/week, $100/short week or $30/day spot
Non-Member Rates:
$140/week, $112/short week or $35/day spot
MCM's Summer Day Camp is
about fun experiences where kids are safe and empowered. Our goal is to help
build kids' physical well-being, nurture their creative energy and develop
their intellectual potential. Each day of our action-packed summer includes
themed activities, play time in the galleries, movement and physical activity,
quieter times at our learning centres, team building and small group activities
and creative pursuits. There will also be visits from special guests and field
trips.
Summer Day Camp Themes:
Olympic Games (July 7-11; August 11-15)
On your mark, get set,
go! Play water balloon volleyball,
compete in paper airplane contests, do the balloon waddle walk and join the
bucket brigade. You'll learn about
sportsmanship, teambuilding, cooperation and go on a tour of CanWest Global
Park, home of the Goldeyes! You don't
have to be a professional athlete to enjoy our Summer Games.
Journey to Space (July 14-18; August 18-22)
Embark on a one-of-a-kind
adventure through space exploring the real and unfamiliar. Discover planets and stars, make a flying
comet, and learn about aliens and UFOs.
Grab your space gear and get set for a week of amazing adventures,
including a special trip to the Planetarium.
Arts Adventure (July 21-25; August 25-29)
Let your imagination soar in
this week devoted to creative arts.
Discover your wild side through storytelling, illustrating, music,
drama, and more. It's a week filled
with creative energy. Special workshops
with guest artists will set the stage for creating with various art mediums.
Rockin' with Geology (July 28-August 1)
Dig geology? Explore the wild world of rocks and
gems. Campers will sift for gold,
create rock art and use a drill core xylophone! Discover the hidden treasures using metal detectors and learn
some interesting facts.
Multicultural Play (*August 5-8)
Travel around the world in
four days! See, hear, and discover
other cultures through games, crafts, and activities. Experience the wonders of our world. A surprise field trip is on our route.
Call 924-4000 to register
today!
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Cirque Du Soleil
Ticket Contest!
The
Saltimbanco Arena Tour will stop in Winnipeg at the RBC
Theatre at MTS Centre for a limited engagement from July 9 to 13,
2008. Tickets are available at www.cirquedusoleil.com
or by calling at (204) 780-3333.
Saltimbanco belongs to the emblematic style of Cirque du
Soleil - a signature Cirque du Soleil show with a style that
borrows from theatre, dance and music and where spectacular costumes, lighting
and make-up take pride of place. The current cast of 49 artists, 15 of whom
were part of the show's original big top tour, hail from Canada and 20 other
countries.
Full of colour,
amusement and amazement, Saltimbanco is a fun show for the whole
family to enjoy, a great outing for everyone!
As a friend of the Manitoba Children's Museum, you get the opportunity to win a pair of tickets
for their Friday, July 11th show in Winnipeg.
TO ENTER
All you have to do to be entered in the draw is
reply to this email and provide the following:
- Your Name, Address and
Phone Number
- Either a digital
photograph showing us your time at the Manitoba Children's Museum OR answer to the following question:
What is your favorite part about the Manitoba Children's Museum?
(Please
note that all information must be provided in order to be eligible for this draw. As a participant in the Cirque du Soleil contest, the Manitoba Children's Museum reserves the right to contact you to discuss your submission. The Manitoba Children's Museum respects your privacy and
holds your personal information in strict confidence. For more information
about our Privacy Policy, please contact our Privacy Officer at jmcleod@childrensmuseum.com or 924-4010. Contest closes Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 12:00AM).
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MCM Visits St. Vital Centre
Thursday, July 3
10:00AM - 4:00PM
MCM will be at St. Vital Shopping Centre beside the Play Park
to kick-off the summer holidays! Learn about our upcoming From Crystals to Gems
exhibit, Summer Day Camps, newest birthday party theme, and so much more while your kids are making summer crafts inspired by the storytelling of Robert Munsch!
Join the St. Vital Centre Kids Club and
enter to win your very own Exclusive Birthday Party with us! You will also
enjoy special savings on Kids Club days at the museum. Visit the Customer Service Centre at St. Vital Shopping Centre to learn more.
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From Crystals to Gems
July 31 - October 19, 2008
Join us July 31st for the grand opening of our
newest exhibit - From Crystals to Gems!
This exhibit explores the world of crystals: how they grow and their variety in
form and colour. A traveling exhibition from the Canadian Museum
of Nature, From Crystals to Gems
introduces visitors to gemstones, including their special attributes of beauty,
rarity and durability and how they are cut and polished. Visitors will also get
a glimpse of some Canadian gemstones and discover where the minerals are found
in Canada.
Children can sift for gold or play a "rock" song on our new drill core
xylophone.
Included with museum admission.
Please watch our website for details about our
upcoming rock-tastic crafts and activities!
Presenting Sponsor:
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Much More Munsch
Until September 1, 2008
Clang, Clang, Rattle-Bing-Bang... The Manitoba Children's Museum is making noise with Much
More Munsch, our traveling exhibit based on the books of celebrated
children's author Robert Munsch.
For the past twenty years, Robert Munsch has created a distinctive method of
imagining, developing and telling his stories. His books are the outcome of a
dynamic creative process. This 1,200 sq.ft. bilingual exhibit welcomes kids
into Robert Munsch's home, encourages them to explore his world and discover
their own creative abilities.
Mix and match words, phrases, scenes and sounds and discover the art of
storytelling. Perform for your friends and family. Stomp your way to Mortimer's
room. Get Thomas into his snowsuit. Create your own cast of characters. Be one
of the first to read and hear unpublished stories. It's fiction! It's fun! It's
fantastic! It's the Much More Munsch world premiere!
For ages 12 and under. Included with museum admission.
Much More Munsch is presented by Friesen's and generously supported by
the RBC Foundation, Premiere Van Lines, The Department of Canadian Heritage and
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Rogers Movie Nights
Grab a snack and settle in for the show!
Saturdays at 4:00PM
June 28: Dumbo
When
a stork delivers a baby elephant to Mrs Jumbo, the newborn is ridiculed because
of his truly enormous ears and dubbed "Dumbo". Dumbo is relegated to
the circus' clown acts; it is up to his only friend, a mouse, to assist Dumbo
to achieve his full potential.
Running Time: 64 minutes, G
July 5: Cars
While heading to a big race, race car
Lightning McQueen speeds through Radiator Springs and accidentally crashes into
the small town. Holding McQueen responsible for the damage, the town sentences
him to fix what he wrecked, but McQueen has to get to the big race on time. Can
he fix what he broke before the day of the big race?
Running Time: 116 minutes, G
July 12: Monsters Inc.
When the monster friends, James P. Sullivan and his
friend, Mike Wazowski, accidentally transport a little girl back to their
realm, they are exiled from Monstropolis and are forced to live in the human
world.
Running Time: 92 minutes, G
July 19: The Hunchback of Notre Dame
At the urging of friends, Quasimodo
defies his guardian and ventures from his tower to take part in the town festival.
However, Quasimodo's ugly appearance makes the crowd turn cruel. When he is
rescued by another outcast, the beautiful gypsy Esmarelda, he finds himself
battling to save the people and the city from a terrible enemy.
Running Time: 90 minutes, G
July 26: Pocahontas
The romance between Pocahontas and
British captain John Smith becomes conflicted when the two sides begin to
quarrel over the land. Can Pocahontas and John Smith make the two sides learn
to deal with one another?
Running Time: 81 minutes, G
Movie titles are subject to availability.
Free with museum admission.
Call 924-4000 for more information.
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Kids Festival of the Arts
The Manitoba Children's
Museum is proud to present its annual Kids Festival of the Arts. Get ready because we are about to ROCK your
world with this year's theme - ART ROCKS!
In collaboration with summer's newest exhibit From Crystal to Gems, we
will be looking at creative ways to explore the world of crystals, rocks, and
minerals through various art forms and activities.
Join us daily from 12:00PM to 4:00PM during the week of Monday,
August 4 to Saturday, August 9 for rock-tastic crafts and activities.
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tuned for more details on special guest presenters and entertainers during the
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Way Off Broadway
Mark your calendars - The 3rd Annual Way Off Broadway Dance Extravaganza
hits the stage in November at the Pantages Playhouse Theatre.
The Manitoba Children's Museum is excited to present our 3rd Annual Way Off
Broadway Dance Extravaganza. This fundraising event features teams of 5-25
friends, colleagues and family who will receive professional dance instruction
and have a routine choreographed specifically for them. Teams will perform live
in front of celebrity judges and the general public at Pantages Playhouse
Theatre! The goal is to become the 3rd Annual Way Off Broadway Dance Champions!
Register your team by August 31, 2008 to receive a $25 early-bird registration discount. For more information and to register your group, please call Erin at
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20% Off
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Happy 1st Birthday, Shop!
Shop, MCM's own toy store, is celebrating its 1st Birthday on Wednesday, July 23rd and we want to give YOU a gift to celebrate! Visit Shop on Wednesday, July 23rd to join us for a piece of cake and bring in this coupon to receive 20% off the purchase price of one toy store item of your choice (excluding the purchase of gift certificates). If you can't join us that day, we still want to celebrate with you! Simply print this coupon and present it in person between July 23rd to 31st to receive 20% off one toy store item of your choice (excluding the purchase of gift certificates). This coupon is valid for Manitoba Children's Museum Members and eNews subscribers only and is non-transferable. Not valid with any other coupons or offers. |
Offer Valid: July 23rd - 31st, 2008
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As a non-profit charity, everything we do
at the Manitoba
Children's Museum
helps children in our community. Our goal is to provide an
environment where
children and their families, caregivers and classmates have
the opportunity to
let their imaginations soar and engage in self- discovery.
We look forward to seeing you and your family soon at the Manitoba Children's Museum!
email: general@childrensmuseum.com
web: http://www.childrensmuseum.com
phone:204.924.4000
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