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Events at a Glance
Mark your calendars -
the following MCM
events are taking place
in July & August!
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SHOP's 1st Birthday Party
July 23
Crystals to Gems
Exhibit Opening
July 31
Kids Festival of the Arts
August 4 - 9
Dog Days of Summer Draw
August 18
Summer Day Camps
Now until August 29
Rogers Movie Nights
Saturdays in August
Way Off Broadway
Early Registration Deadline
August 31
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Rogers 12th Annual
Build for Kids Golf Tournament
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The Manitoba Children's
Museum would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support
and contributions to our 12th Annual Build for Kids Golf Tournament
that was held on June 4th at Bridges Golf Course:
Title Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors:
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Boeing Technology Canada
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Investors Group
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Lawrie Pollard
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The Forks North Portage Partnership
Silver Sponsors:
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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Mercer Human Resources
Bronze Sponsors:
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Ken Palson Enterprises
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Manitoba Pork Council
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Request Networks
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Studio Publications
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Taillieu Construction
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Wakshinsky Bros. Ltd.
Food Sponsors:
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Coca Cola Company
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Dare Foods
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Old Dutch Foods
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Naleway Catering
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Sobeys - St. Anne's
- Culligan Water
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Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Eager
for a rewarding summer
volunteer experience?
Consider
the Volunteer Program at the Manitoba Children's Museum!
The Manitoba Children's
Museum depends on enthusiastic, outgoing and responsible volunteers to enhance
the experience of our visitors. The volunteer experience provides an excellent
opportunity to develop communication, leadership and other employment-related
skills in a safe and encouraging environment.
If you are interested in
volunteering at the Manitoba Children's Museum this summer, there are two paths
from which to choose:
1.
Summer Program Volunteers
Volunteers must be 13 years of age or older and prepared to commit to at least 8 hours a week for a minimum of 3
weeks.
Summer Program Volunteers will assist with Foyer Activities including:
- Creation Station
- Face Painting
- Cotton Candy
- T-Shirt Spinner and
more!
June 30 - August 29
7 days / week
12:00PM - 4:00PM
(Volunteers
commit to 2 days for a minimum of 3 weeks)
2. Volunteer Counselors - Summer Day Camp Volunteers
Open to experienced (minimum 50 hours experience) MCM volunteers. Please
contact the Volunteer Resources Manager for further details.
If you are interested in volunteering with the Manitoba
Children's Museum, please contact the Volunteer Resources
Manager. You must be at least 13 years of age and prepared to complete the MCM volunteer application process.
The application process begins with a 45-60 minute
information session with the Volunteer Resources
Manager (and a parent if the
volunteer is not yet 18). The next session will be held on Saturday,
August 2 at 1:00PM.
Please contact Lynn Silver by phone at 924-4002 or by e-mail at lsilver@childrensmuseum.com
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| Shop @ MCM
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This month we're leaving no stone unturned in our efforts to keep kids learning! Every week Shop is receiving new shipments of toys, activities, craft kits, games and gift items that will spark kids' imaginations, develop cognitive and fine motor skills and keep them entertained!  Rocks & Minerals
Attention rock & mineral enthusiasts! With the arrival of our new exhibit, Crystals
to Gems, Shop has more rockin' merchandise than you can imagine!
Browse our displays for timeless examples of Mother Nature's handiwork!
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 water bottles
are considered to be 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).
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!
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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| Dream Gallery
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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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| Admission Rates
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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
Summer hours continue until Labour Day (September 1st)
Annual Closure Information
Please note that the Manitoba Children's Museum will be closed from Tuesday, September 2 - Friday, September 5 for annual maintenance. We will reopen on Saturday, September 6 with new fall hours.
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eNews - August 2008
Your source for what's happening at the Manitoba Children's Museum |
Summer Day Camps
There are still a few spaces left
in our Summer Day Camps but they're going fast, so don't be disappointed -
register today!
Dates: On now until Aug 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 Camps are 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:
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.
Olympic Games (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 (August 18-22) SOLD OUT - WAITING LIST ONLY!
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 (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 media.
Call 924-4000 to register
today!
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Dog Days of Summer Draw
If the weather reports are right, we're finally getting into the dog days of summer!
What better way to beat the heat than by visiting the nice, "cool" MCM when temperatures soar - FOR FREE!
For this month's draw, we're giving away a free family pass for up to 6 people to visit the Manitoba Children's Museum!
Here at the Manitoba Children's Museum, we promote family time through our hands-on exhibits and creative programming, and want to know what you do to encourage it within your own families!
In next month's issue, we'll be launching a special "Family Corner" feature section that will include great ideas to occupy the whole family and promote family time, and to help us kick off this new feature, we want to hear from you!
TO ENTER:
All you have to do to be entered in the Dog Days of Summer Draw is
reply to this email before August 18, 2008 and provide the following:
- Your Name, Address and
Phone Number
- An answer to the following question:
What is your family's
favourite summer activity? (And pssst...No, there will be no extra entries
for those of you that answer "Visiting the Children's Museum!" - though we'd still love to hear that!)
(Please
note that all information must be provided in order to be eligible for this draw. As a participant in the Dog Days of Summer Draw, 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 924.4010 or jmcleod@childrensmuseum.com. Contest closes Monday, August 18th, 2008 at 12:00AM).
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Crystals to Gems
July 31 - October 19, 2008
Join us July 31st for the grand opening of our
newest exhibit - 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, 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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Kids Festival of the Arts
The Manitoba Children's
Museum is proud to present its 3rd 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 our summer's newest exhibit 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.
Kids Festival of the Arts Activities:
Monday, August 4
Design your very own no-fuss pebble
pet
that you can carry in your pocket. They don't shed and don't require feeding,
but sadly will sink immediately if dropped in water.
Tuesday, August 5
Create your very own masterpiece as we make Pebble Mosaics.
Wednesday, August 6
We will be making our very own colourful crystal
paint for you to enjoy!
Thursday, August 7
Museums are a great place to look at
fossils but the Manitoba Children's Museum will help you to construct your very
own fossil!
Friday, August 8
We will be teaching you how to make some
Rock Candy! Now beware that too much
sugar can be bad for your teeth, so make
sure to check out how to make your very own toothpaste too!
Also please join us on Friday, August 8
at 3:00PM for a rockin' good time!
Special guest Mr. Mark will be performing some of his original songs and old favourites
for the whole family.
Saturday,
August 9
We
will be making a clear crystal paint that will dry into a gorgeous
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Rogers Movie Nights
Grab a snack and settle in for the show!
Saturdays at 4:00PM
August 2: High School Musical
Troy and Gabriella secretly audition for the leads in their school's
musical. As they sing and dance their way to stardom, everyone in school learns
the importance of being true to yourself.
Running time: 98 Minutes, G
August 9: High School Musical 2
The
students of East High are gearing up for the coolest summer ever, working at
the Lava Springs Country Club. But Sharpay, a member at the country club,
has one objective: to get Troy.
As Troy experiences a life of privilege, will
he give up on his school and Gabriella to rise to the top?
Running Time: 111 minutes, G
August 16: Ratatouille
Remy, a determined young rat, dreams
of becoming a renowned French chef. While working towards this goal, Remy and
his pal, Linguini, set in motion a hilarious chain of events that turns the
city upside down!
Running Time: 111 minutes, G
August 23: Finding Nemo
Nemo, an adventurous young clownfish,
is unexpectedly taken to a dentist's office aquarium. It's up to Marlin and Dory to
bring Nemo home! Marlin discovers a bravery he never knew, but will he be able
to find his son?
Running Time: 100 minutes, G
August 30: A Bug's Life
A misfit ant, looking to save his
colony from grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be a clumsy
circus troupe. Will they be able to save the colony in time?
Running Time: 96 minutes, G
Movie titles are subject to availability.
Free with museum admission.
Call 924-4000 for more information.
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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
924-4005 or email ekangas@childrensmuseum.com.
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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 (served at 2:00PM while supplies last) 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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