Events
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Smiling Snowman
Simple shapes transform into a captivating picture with just a few fun embellishments in this graphic cut-paper project. Perfect for all ages, even our youngest visitors can get creative! Free with admission or a CME membership, while supplies last.
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Winter Mittens
It’s the little details that make this craft stand out! Kids will decorate their mitten and then when complete, it will be clipped to the backing paper on an actual clip, giving it a dimension of realism. Free with admission or a CME membership, while supplies last.
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Paul Klee-Inspired Buildings
Dive into the wonderfully playful world of Paul Klee! His art feels especially relatable for kids because it speaks their language: shapes, colors, and pure creativity. There’s no “right way” to build a house here… only fun ways! We can’t wait to see what tiny architects dream up. Free with admission or a CME membership,…
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Tuesday Studio
Painting "Snow" - This week in the Studio, kids will be painting snow—well, our version of it—using cotton balls and soft batting as their canvas. They’ll explore how paint reacts on different textures, what happens when colors sink or spread, and why some surfaces soak things up while others don’t. It’s messy, sensory, and seriously…
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Beary Cozy
This stylish fella is all set for the weather, thanks to a hat and sweater made by you! Pick from a variety of colors and shapes to design a one-of-a-kind outfit for your furry friend. Free with admission or a CME membership, while supplies last.
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Exploring Music
In Kerry’s class, children get hands-on with music in a way that feels just right for early learners. Each week they explore new styles of music, experiment with rhythm, and enjoy movement activities that connect their bodies to the beat. It’s a lively class that builds listening skills, confidence, and a love for music—one joyful…
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Pipe Cleaner Icicles
Get ready for some twisty-twirly fun in Friday’s MakerSpace! Kids will add cool-colored beads to pipe cleaners, creating shimmering icicles that are perfect for adding a touch of winter sparkle to any window! Free with admission or a CME membership, while supplies last.
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Snowman Launcher
Warning: This snowman’s hat isn’t just for looks—it’s also a pom pom snowball launcher! This STEAM-based toy lets kids have safe snowball fights or, even better, practice their aim with stationary targets. A fun way to stay active and sharpen those skills—without the cold! Free with admission or a CME membership, while supplies last.
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Paul Klee-Inspired People
On Saturday and Sunday, we’re taking a page out of Paul Klee’s wonderfully whimsical world and inviting kids to design their own Klee-style people. We’ll have characters ready to color and plenty of space for bold young artists to create their own from scratch—using bright blocks of color, simple lines, and big imaginations. Free with…
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Tuesday Studio
Use cardboard ends to stamp linear pine needles in varying shades of green. Once the boughs are complete, grab a Q-tip and dot, dot, dot to add bright red berries for a pop of color. Simple materials used in clever ways can create a truly stunning work of art.
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Winter Wonderland
It’s a study in white, but anything but boring! Dive into textures as you use soft, quiet materials to craft a wintry scene filled with snow-covered pines and gentle drifts. A serene celebration of winter’s beauty!
