The Great Lakes Children's Museum had a lot of fun again at the November SwingShift and the Stars event, a dance-off charity benefit in Traverse City. It was another fabulous night for everyone who attended. They got to watch the competition and get out on the dance floor themselves. The country music and classic rock kept the crowd scootin' and rockin'.

We remain exceeding grateful to Lars and Lauren for all of their hard work rehearsing their dances, and especially for their willingness to put themselves and their dancing on the line for the Museum. Last month they performed a really fun high energy two-step and took second place in the judging.For more photos from November's rehearsal and event click here or on their photo.

The Great Lakes Children's Museum raised $10,183 in November for a season total of $17,650 so far. And you have one more chance...

Tickets are going really really fast for the December event. As of this writing there are only a handful of tickets left. You can order online by clicking here or on the SwingShift logo or calling the City Opera House box office at (231) 941-8082.

You can also make a donation online, even if you can't attend the event.

We are offering some family fun and learning throughout the holiday break.

Learn the aerodynamics of reindeer, why some trees stay green all winter, why dreidels spin, and much more. Special "Legend of the Trees" presentation at 11:30 and 1:30.

 

Get Crafty, Thursday, December 26

Are you just itching to make something? We will set out an extravaganza of craft supplies for you to experiment with. Everything from craft sticks to pipe cleaners! We will provide a creative assortment of scraps and really cool stuff for you to get creative with.

 

Play With Some Clay, Friday, December 27

Part of our special holiday offerings for kids of all ages. Fridays are normally Toddler Time. This week we'll bring out the clay,which people of any age can enjoy. Play with several kinds of clay. Make your own beads. Design a sculpture. Take home your creation.

Bring a few feathered friends right up to your window with munchies you make to put outside for them. The birds will love you, and so will the squirrels.

 

Get Crafty, Thursday, January 2 (repeat)

Are you just itching to make something? We will set out an extravaganza of craft supplies for you to experiment with. Everything from craft sticks to pipe cleaners! We will provide a creative assortment of scraps and really cool stuff for you to get creative with.

 

Snow Much Fun! Friday, January 3

Part of our special Holiday offerings for kids of all ages (not just toddlers this week). For a real cool sensory experience, we will bring the snow inside to scoop, turn colors, and melt. Try out some wacky science experiments with snow and ice. And...make a "snow-flakey" craft or two to take home.

When you shop the Museum Store at the Great Lakes Children's Museum you are helpingsupport the hands-on activities and interactive programs that we offer all year round.

 

Buy your holiday gifts at the store during the month of December. Pick up birthday presents for your child's friends throughout the year. If shopping in the store is difficult when you have a child in tow, you can come shop in the Museum store without paying admission. Come on in!

 

Members always receive a 10% discount in the Museum Store.