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Under 2: Free
Kids 2-12: $7.00
Adults: $6.75
Seniors: $6.25
Museum Hours
Sunday - Thursday
9:30AM - 4:30PM
Friday and Saturday
9:30AM - 6:00PM
Thanksgiving Day
(October 12):
9:30AM - 4:30PM
Special Hours For
Halloween Howl Preparation:
Friday, October 23 &
Saturday, October 24
9:30AM - 4:30PM
SHOP Hours
Sunday - Thursday
10:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday and Saturday
10:00AM - 6:00PM
We look forward to seeing you
and your family soon!
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Events at a Glance
Mark your calendars -
the following MCM
events are taking place
in October and November!
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Pow Wow 101
October 10
Food for Health
Activity Tracker Deadline
October 15
MCM at St. Vital Centre
October 17
Online Auction
October 20 - November 24
Halloween Howl
October 23 and 24
Rogers Movie Nights
Saturdays in October
Project du Jour
Weekends in October
Mini Monday Fall Party
October 26
Star of the Month Contest
Entry Deadline
October 31
Access Month
All November
Sobeys 4th Annual
Way Off Broadway
November 8
Santa's Village Opens
November 14
Photos with Santa
Weekends in November & December (after November 14)
GRAND Holiday Teas
November 23 |
| Calling All Teachers:
CBC Presents TD Kids Book Club |
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To celebrate the joy of reading, CBC has partnered with TD Canadian
Children's Book Week to create a contest just for elementary school
students!
But the deadline is fast approaching for classes to enter the CBC Presents TD Kids Bookclub.
There are some really great prizes for the winning classroom,
including a visit from an author chosen by you and free passes for all
the students in your class to visit the Manitoba Children's Museum!
CBC Presents TD Kids Bookclub is an excellent way to promote reading in your school and to get your students involved in a fun and interactive way!
Click on the button below for more details about the contest and to see which authors you could meet!
The contest deadline is October 4. More than one class per school is eligible to enter. |
| Family Corner |
For a great idea to engage the whole family and promote family time, visit our website today!
This Month's Family Craft:
Creepy Crawly Spider Bracelet
As featured in the October 31/
November 1 Project du Jour |
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Join the MCM
Volunteer Team!
Upcoming special events and the holiday season offer several opportunities for MCM volunteers!
The Manitoba Children's Museum offers volunteer roles in the following areas:
- children's programming
- preschool and school programs
- gallery activities
- special events
- SHOP
- and more!
MCM offers our volunteers:
- a great team environment
- flexible schedules
- training and coaching
- experience in career-related areas
- and more!
New volunteers are welcome. Contact us now to complete the application process. Volunteers need to be at least 13 years old and begin the application process by attending an information session. (Note: If you are under 18 years old, your guardian must attend as well.)
The next volunteer information sessions are scheduled for:
Saturday, October 17
at 1:00PM
Saturday, November 14
at 1:00PM For more information or if you plan to attend one of the upcoming information sessions, please contact: Lynn Silver, Volunteer Resources Manager, by phone at 924-4002 or by e-mail at lsilver@childrensmuseum.com. |
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Visit SHOP for skele-TONS of fun Halloween items, including creepy
lootbag stuffers, unique confectionery, startling novelty items and
great products to get you started on your search for the mummy's
treasure at this year's Halloween Howl!
For more details, see SHOP's Top 10 List this month here.
SHOP and the Beanstalk
Fee Fi Fo FUN - I smell...the tasty aroma of freshly brewed coffee!
Visit the Beanstalk Coffee Bar at SHOP today to get a delicious hot coffee or tea, and grab a loyalty card to save up enough magic beans for a free beverage!
Air Miles Bonus Cards
Available at SHOP!
For every $50 (before tax) you spend at SHOP, you'll receive a bonus card for 20 Air Miles Reward Miles. Please see in-store for further details.
Your Purchase Counts!
Every purchase made at SHOP goes directly back into the museum! By supporting SHOP, you are supporting the Manitoba Children's Museum.
Telephone: 943-1449
Email: shop@childrensmuseum.com
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We find out what kids love to see and do at the Manitoba Children's Museum because we ask them!
Kids are encouraged to join the Children's Advisory Council (CAC) and share their opinions on museum programs and events.
Council Members attend events free of charge and offer their insights on the first Saturday of every second month from October to May.
Contact Sara Hancheruk at (204) 924-4003 or visit the museum for more information about your child becoming a Council Member!
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| 100+ Ways to Show
Kids You Care |
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Through daily interactions with kids and observing kids interact with others, the staff at the Manitoba Children's Museum continually see ways in which adults can show kids that they care. We are confident these interactions help build the foundation for kids to succeed.
Every month, our staff would like to share some of the ways they believe we can show kids that we care about them.
October's List
1. Make sure they know that they can be whatever they want when they grow up (even if it's a pickle).
2. Let them dress wacky.
3. Tell them they look great dressed up wacky.
4. Listen to their stories, even the long-winded ones.
5. Ask for their help, even when you don't need it. |
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Dream Gallery |
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MCM's gallery displaying children's artwork on the Mezzanine is currently available as a quiet space to read a book or to create your very own illustration.
Teachers: Interested in having your classroom creations displayed in this space? Contact Sara Hancheruk, Director of Education and Exhibits at 924-4003 or
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Holiday Party Promotion |
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Book a holiday party with us this season and save!
Let our elves do all the work for you this year.
Your 3-hour exclusive rental includes:
- Use of all museum galleries (including Santa's Village once open for the season)
- Staff to facilitate your event
- Festively decorated party room
- Plates, napkins, cups, utensils, tables and chairs
When: Any Monday - Thursday evening in November or December
Cost: $600 for up to 150 people (additional guests $4.50 each)
Need gifts?
Do you need gifts for your holiday event? Give us your list of children and your budget and our SHOP staff will take care of the rest! We will wrap and deliver your gifts right to your party room. For more information or to place your order, please visit SHOP here.To book your event today, fill out our online form or contact our Bookings Coordinator at (204) 924-4004. |
Support the Manitoba Children's Museum
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The Manitoba Children's Museum is a registered charitable not-for-profit organization. This means that we rely on the support of individuals, foundations and corporations in our community to help us provide quality programming, introduce exciting new exhibits, maintain existing galleries, expand our Free Access Program, grow our endowment fund and move forward with our plans for a Capital Campaign. Please consider making the Manitoba Children's Museum your charity of choice.
To make an online donation, click here.
If you prefer to send us a donation by mail or fax, please click here to print a donation form.
Thank you!
Tax receipts are automatically issued for donations of $15 or more. |
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Boo at the Zoo |
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Visit the Assiniboine Park Zoo from October 15-30 for a spook-tacular time at the Safeway Boo at the Zoo.
This year's theme is
Mission: Big Foot.
With
multiple theme areas, music, actors, free rides for the kids, as well
as food services, this event has grown to include well over 50,000
participants during its run.
Dates: October 15 to 30 (closed on Mondays)
Tickets: $7.50, available at local Safeway stores or direct delivery through Pizza Hotline
For more information, visit our SuperPass partner the Assiniboine Park Zoo at www.zoosociety.com. | |
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See What's Under Wraps For This Year's Halloween Howl!
This year's theme is Ancient Egypt: Search For the Mummy's Treasure!
 Attention all adventure seekers! Grab your treasure map and join us as we travel back in time on the Ancient Egypt Express and explore another time and place. Follow the clues and uncover the mysteries of the ancients as you search for the Mummy's Treasure! The 14th Annual Halloween Howl is generously sponsored by:
Dates: October 23 and 24 Time: 6:00PM to 9:00PM
Price: $6.00 for members, $8.00 for future members
Tickets on sale now at the Manitoba Children's Museum Admission Desk! |
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Extended Deadline!
The Food for Health Exhibition presented by Sobeys closed on September 20, however we've extended the deadline for kids to return their Activity Trackers until October 15! Simply return your completed Activity Tracker to an Admissions Attendant at the museum today for your chance to win a great prize package from the Manitoba Children's Museum!Activity Trackers are available for download here in case you've misplaced yours! |
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MCM's Online Auction
 Place your bids at the inaugural Manitoba Children's Museum Online Auction!
Visit our Online Auction Site from October 20 to November 24 to place your bids on incredible one-of-a-kind items and services.
Auction items include:
- Cambria countertop including sink from FloForm valued at $10,000
- Dinner for 6 at FUDE for Fude University valued at $700
- Hammam for 4 at Ten Spa at the Fort Garry Hotel valued at $350
- and much, much more!
All proceeds raised through this auction will benefit the Manitoba Children's Museum.
This auction is provided by
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Star of the Month Contest
 Enter your child today for our Star of the Month Contest! Open to children under 12 years old, enter your son or daughter's name today for this great new contest and he or she could be our November Star of the Month!
Our Star of the Month will receive the following exciting prizes:
- A free photo session at the Manitoba Children's Museum
- A special distinction on-location at the museum
- An interview that will be featured in the Winnipeg Free Press
- A great prize package which includes an Adventurer Annual Family Membership to the Manitoba Children's Museum and other stellar prizes
Our first Star of the Month will be featured in our November eNews, on our website, on-site at the Manitoba Children's Museum, and in the Winnipeg Free Press!
To Enter:
Visit the Manitoba Children's Museum in person to fill out an entry ballot or visit our website here to submit an entry online before October 31, 2009! |
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Manito Ahbee: Pow Wow 101
 On October 10 from 11:00AM to 3:00PM, join us for a teaser Pow Wow 101 performance from the Manito Ahbee Festival!
A major component for the Manito Ahbee Festival is the International Competition Pow Wow. The dancers have always been a very important part of the First Nations people, and while most dancers seen at Pow Wows today are social dancers, they had different meanings in earlier days. Although dance styles and content have changed, their importance has not.
Come see dancers wearing a variety of costumes, each with its own regalia, meaning and history, including: Men's Traditional, Men's Grass Dance, Men's Fancy Bustle, Women's Fancy Shawl, and Women's Jiggle Dress. |
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Mini Mondays
Mondays at the Manitoba Children's Museum are very special days! Every Monday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM, we tailor crafts and activities to suit the needs of our youngest visitors. We will be offering special guided crafts at the Project du Jour table in the foyer and special story times at 11:30AM and 1:30PM in the T.V. Studio.
Join us in October as we celebrate all the fun and imaginative things that we can do in the Tree and Me Gallery. This month's themes are:
October 5 - On a Tree Branch
October 19 - The Feel of Fall!
*October 26 - Fall Party
*On October 26, come to our very special FALL PARTY and experience the wonder of autumn! Ronald McDonald will be here to tell us stories, show us magic tricks and much, much more! AMP Diapers will also be here to teach children (and parents) how to use cloth diapers.
The Mini Monday Fall Party is generously sponsored by:
Just a reminder that Mini Monday will not be taking place on Monday, October 12th, however the museum will still be open on Thanksgiving Day! |
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Weekends Project du Jour:
Come create with us!
 Join us in the foyer on Saturdays and Sundays for our "Project du Jour" craft!
This month's Project du Jour crafts include:
October 3 & 4 - Paper Bag Scarecrow
October 10 & 11 - Fingerprint Turkeys
October 17 & 18 - Balloon Ghosts
October 24 & 25 - Crayon Resist Halloween Pictures
October 31 & November 1 - Creepy Crawly Spider Bracelet
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Rogers Movie Nights 
Grab a snack and settle in for the show!
Saturdays at 4:00PM
October's movies include:
October 3 - Fly Me To the Moon
October 10 - The Land Before Time
October 17 - Monsters Inc.
October 24 - Casper
October 31 - Pooh's Heffalump Halloween Movie
Movie titles are subject to availability. Free with museum admission. For further details, visit our website or call 924-4000. |
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St. Vital Kids Club Discount Day 
As part of our Little Hands, Big Ideas partnership with St. Vital Centre, Kids Club members can enjoy $2.00 off children's admission at the Manitoba Children's Museum all day long during St. Vital Kids Club Days on the first Saturday of every month. Simply show your Kids Club Card at our Admissions Desk to receive your discount.
Next Kids Club Day: Saturday, October 3
Join the St. Vital Kids Club now and you can enter to win your own private birthday party at the Manitoba Children's Museum! It's free! It's fun! It's fantastic!
For more information or to sign up today, visit Customer Service at St. Vital Centre or visit their website at www.stvitalcentre.com.
The Manitoba Children's Museum will also be making a special visit to St. Vital Centre this month. Stop by our booth next to the Play Park and join us for free crafts!
Next MCM Visit to St. Vital Centre: Saturday, October 17 |
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Members Get Extra Rewards at the WAG!
 Effective September 1, MCM members can show their membership card at the Winnipeg Art Gallery to receive 15% off the price of admission - this is in addition to the 10% discount MCM members already get when they purchase a WAG membership!
Members must have their membership cards on them at the time of the admission purchase. The discount does not apply to surcharged exhibitions. |
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Access Month
 Help us offer creative learning opportunities to children! Access Month is a fundraising program that allows you to donate to the Free Access Program at the Manitoba Children's Museum. This program brings children from the inner city to the Manitoba Children's Museum for school visits, day camps, holiday parties and after-school clubs FREE OF CHARGE! Visit the Manitoba Children's Museum during the month of November and you will have the opportunity to help bring children in need to the museum for their chance at creative learning! |
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4th Annual Sobeys Way Off Broadway Dance Extravaganza
 The date for the 4th Annual Sobeys Way Off Broadway Dance Extravaganza is Sunday, November 8!
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! $150 per team.
Get your team of family, friends and/or colleagues together to rehearse for the time of your life! Your group will be paired with a professional choreographer, and you'll learn a dance routine designed specifically for you! In the meantime your team will collect pledges in support of the Manitoba Children's Museum. Then, on November 8, you will perform your routine in front of our panel of Celebrity Judges (featuring Ace Burpee from HOT 103, Tracy Koga from Shaw TV and Troy Westwood from QX104) to compete for the title of 2009 Way Off Broadway Dance Champions!
Prizes are awarded for Most Original Performance, Most Enthusiastic Performance, Best Costume, Audience Choice, Top Fundraising Team, and Highest Pledge Average Team.
Title Sponsor:
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Get ready to visit Eaton's Santa's Village
Come explore a Winnipeg holiday tradition!
The Manitoba Children's Museum is pleased to be the home of the last original Eaton's Santa's Village display from the ninth floor annex of Eaton's Downtown Store - fully restored and open to the public for a limited time only!
From November 14 to January 10, visitors of all ages will be enthralled with the spirit of the season invoked by fifteen fun, fairytale vignettes, including classics like Cinderella, Humpty Dumpty, Three Blind Mice and more. A visit to Santa's Village is a holiday experience for all generations.
For more information on our upcoming winter events and programming, please visit
our website or call 924-4000 today!
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Photos with Santa
 Our
holiday hearth makes a perfect backdrop for capturing some holiday memories.
On Saturdays and Sundays throughout the holiday season, Santa will be available
for photographs at the Manitoba Children's Museum in Eaton's Santa's
Village.
Photos
available every Saturday & Sunday from 12:00PM - 4:00PM from November 14
until December 20.
*Special
Holiday Offer:
Purchase a family membership to the Manitoba Children's Museum on either
November 14 & 15 or on November 21 & 22 and receive a photo package
free! Offer valid for new members only.
Photos with Santa packages are available from: 
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GRAND Holiday Tea
 Calling all grandparents! Join us on November 23 for our special GRAND Holiday Tea sittings exclusively dedicated to grandparents and their grandchildren! Share the tradition of Eaton's Santa's Village with a new generation and enjoy tea in real tea cups and dainties before embarking on a tour of the fifteen fairytale vignettes in the village. Music, a craft, and Santa himself will make this a great opportunity to rekindle some old memories from your childhood while building new memories with your grandchildren! Date: November 23 Time: 10:30AM or 2:00PM Tickets: $5.00 for members, $7.00 for future members
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Spaghetti Breakfast With Santa
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 10:00AM to 11:00AM
Tickets: $3.50 plus the price of admission
Get ready for some unusual fun with our annual spaghetti breakfast! Plates will be topped high with this family favourite. One lucky family will even get to share a table with Santa! Crafts, face painting, and Santa's Village make this a morning to remember.
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Top Hats & Tiaras
Date: Thursday, December 31
Join us for our newest event, Top Hats & Tiaras, where, for the first year ever, we will be ringing in the New Year at noon!
Kids are encouraged to dress up like mom and dad for an afternoon out on the town.
Enjoy snacks, entertainment and a balloon drop at noon.
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