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Dec 23,2012 - Dec 30, 2012

DEC

SUN 23

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Sensory Room Family Hours

10:00, for All ages

Over, under, swing and rock as you explore our newest space at BCM. Unlock doors on our Sensory Snake or relax and read on our fluff chair mountain. This is an inclusive space that engages children of all abilities. This room provides a welcoming environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Space is limited; availability on first come, first served basis.
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PlayLab Workshop: Very Merry Holiday Traditions

11:30, for 2 1/2 to 5 yr olds

Discover special holiday traditions from around the world as we learn about Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. Explore how families come together to celebrate the holidays, and create your own holiday ornament to take home.
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Meet and Greet: Creatures of the Sea

12:00, for All ages

Discover how diverse life really is under the sea by exploring animals up close and personal!
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Masterful Mistletoe

01:30, for 4 and up

Lurking under this cheery winter plant’s festive façade is a parasitic dark side! Learn how mistletoe and other parasitic plants like the giant corpse flower steal food and nutrients from their unassuming host plants. Leave with your own bundle of mysterious mistletoe cheer.
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Sensory Room Family Hours

02:00, for All ages

Over, under, swing and rock as you explore our newest space at BCM. Unlock doors on our Sensory Snake or relax and read on our fluff chair mountain This is an inclusive space that engages children of all abilities. This room provides a welcoming environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Space is limited; availability on first come, first served basis.
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Meet the Holiday: Merry Christmas

02:30, for 5 and under

Christmas is almost here! Prepare for this holiday by learning its cultural importance and how some people celebrate this holiday around the world. Create a beautiful ornament to take home.
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Live Animal Encounter

04:15, for All ages

Learn about and touch live animals from the Museum’s living exhibit.

MON 24

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Special Holiday Hours: 9:30am-3:00pm!

09:30, for All ages

Come and spend the day with us!
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Meet the Holiday: Merry Christmas

11:30, for 5 and under

Christmas is almost here! Prepare for this holiday by learning its cultural importance and how some people celebrate this holiday around the world. Create a beautiful ornament to take home.

TUE 25

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Christmas Day—MUSEUM CLOSED

10:00, for All ages

Enjoy your family time together—we will be too! The Museum will re-open with extended hours from 9:30am to 5pm on Wednesday, December 26th. See you then!

WED 26

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Extended Hours: 9:30am-5:00pm!

09:30, for All ages

Come and spend the day with us!
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

11:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

02:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.
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Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family, Community, and Culture

02:30, for 4 and up

A candlelit feast and gift giving often marks the festivity of Kwanzaa. Learn about the holiday’s traditions and celebrations. Get hands-on with your Kuumba, or Creativity, and take home your own Kwanzaa-inspired craft!
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Meet and Greet: Creatures of the Sea

03:30, for All ages

Discover how diverse life really is under the sea by exploring animals up close and personal!