Classes, Camps, Clubs Virtual Camps Classes, Camps, Clubs

Infectious Intelligence Monthly on the first Monday 5-7p.m.

October 2020 to June 2021. Middle and High School-aged students will design

and build tethered robots using engineering design concepts. Robots will be created to compete in a

competition. Sketchup, technical drawing, circuits, mechanical engineering, critical thinking, and mathematical skills will be taught. A teacher’s

recommendation is required because of the challenging nature of the club. Open to grades 6 and

up. $140.00/student. Pizza dinner included.

Nerf Modifications Monthly on the fourth Saturday; 1-3 p.m.

October 2020 to May 2021. Join the museum for this NEW club! Modifying your

Nerf blaster is a fun and interesting way to expand on your new hobby. When done safely, modding can be

a fun lesson in physics and mechanics.

Girls Who Code Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday’s; 4:30-5:30 p.m.

October 2020– May 2021 Girls Who Code is a free after-school

program for 3rd-5th grade girls. Learn the concepts of loops, variables, conditionals and functions that form the basis for all

programming languages. All while having fun and making friends!

Geeks Anonymous Oct. 10th, Nov. 7th, Dec. 12th; 11-12 p.m. Once a month program for ALL AGES focusing on

growing friendships through similar geek interests. Our topics include, but are not limited to S.T.E.A.M Education, Video Games, Writing, Cosplay, Comics,

Anime, Mangas and Cartoons. Includes new member geek gift, cosplay guests, socialization and

refreshments.

All videos will be uploaded online so you can participate in the class at your leisure! Materials

will be mailed directly to your door!

Painting & Drawing Camp Your young artists will scribble, splatter, and create!

This camp is all about learning how to draw and paint. From using teeny tiny to larger than life, we

will be exploring every surface using brushes, pencils, and the unexpected! Presented by Art Space

member and artist, Sara Mika. Backyard Adventure Camp

During this camp will take a closer look at what's happening in our own

backyards! Through crafts, experiments, and activities campers

will learn about the science and wildlife right in their backyards across Pennsylvania.

Preschool Nature Camp Summer is the perfect time for preschoolers to

experience nature’s forms & colors, experimenting with a wide variety of art supplies. Perfect for

children ages 2-5.

Program Sponsors

Berwick Area Columbia– Montour County

Bloomsburg Area Community Foundation

570-389-9206 2 West 7th Street

Bloomsburg, PA 17815 bloomsburgchildrensmuseum@gmail.com

www.the-childrens-museum.org

Admission: $6.50 per person

Ages 12 months and up

Museum Hours: Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m.—3 p.m. Closed Sunday’s and major holidays.

Please note the museum will be closed

Friday, Sept. 25th-Saturday, Oct. 3rd November 26th and December 24th-26th

“...bringing out the imagination in every child

and the child in every visitor.”

Fall Programs

Meet the Masters Saturday’s, 12-1:00 p.m.

Sept. 19th: Frida Kahlo Portraits Oct. 24th: Mini Mark Rothko Masterpieces

Nov. 14th: Eye Spy Art: Mike Kelley Inspired Designs

Dec. 5th: Henri Matisse Stockings A one-hour class exploring and introducing fine art techniques.

Whether you’re a seasoned painter in acrylics or watercolor or new to

painting in general, you’ll find this class to be a fun and unique way to bring your drawings to

life! Museum admission plus $6 material fee.

Thar Be Dragons Saturday, October 10th; 1-2:00 p.m.

Learn about the history and lore of dragons, see them in movies, video games, and books. Students will then archaeologically dig out your own dragon

from an egg. $15 per student

Video Game Story Writing Saturday, November 7th; 1-2:00 p.m.

Learn the basics of video game story writing, character design, questing,

goals and experience. Developing the protagonist. Includes video game gift.

$15/student

Cosplay 101 Saturday, December 12th; 1-2:00 p.m.

Learn the basics of cosplay. What is cosplay? From cosplay etiquette to acting. Features guest

cosplayers. Cosplay designs, inspiration, and budgeting. $15/students

TWO-DOLLAR TUESDAYS Starting in October, Third Tuesday of the Month

$2 admission all day! The Exchange will host hands-on Art Cart projects

from 10:00-2:00 p.m.

General Programs General Programs

Homework Happy Hour

Every Friday September 11th-October 30th

Session A: 10-12:00 p.m. Session B: 1-3:00 p.m.

Join the Bloomsburg Children's Museum staff and volunteers for help on your classwork. We are happy

to help in all subjects and grades. $5 for students attending schools in Columbia and Montour

Counties. Pre-registration is encouraged. Register at https://bit.ly/BCM-homework

Saturday, September 12th, 11-1 p.m. Join the Museum as we help you celebrate

Grandparent’s Day! Make and take activities available. Free with regular admission.

Dino Day Saturday, September 19th, 10-12 p.m.

Come meet life sized dinosaurs, as our dinosaur exhibit comes to life! Join us for

some great dino crafts and activities to learn about these amazing creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago!

Purchase tickets online at https://bit.ly/dino-days

Superhero Saturday Saturday, October 17th, 10-12 p.m.

Join the Heroes Alliance at the Bloomsburg Children's Museum for games, crafts and

Superhero photo opportunities! Wear your favorite costume and enter our costume

contest. Register online at http://bit.ly/BCM-superhero

This Day in History: First Transcontinental Telegraph Line

Saturday, October 24th, 10-12 p.m. On October 24th, 1861, workers of the Western Union

Telegraph Company completed the first transcontinental telegraph line. Join us as we explore

the importance of this day. Free with regular admission.

Boo!burg Friday, October 30th, TBD

Join local non-profits as we put on a family-friendly virtual Halloween event! Keep an eye on our website

and Facebook for more information. Celebrate International Drum Month! Saturday, November 7th, 10-12 p.m.

Join us as we explore drums! Create and decorate your own instrument to take home

with you. Free with regular admission.

This Day in History: Albert Einstein Saturday, November 14th, 10-12 p.m.

Join us as we look at November 14th, 1908. On this day Albert Einstein presented his quantum theory of

light. We will explore this theory and learn about Albert Einstein’s life. Free with regular admission.

Turkey Day Saturday, November 21st, 10-12 p.m.

Families are invited to a day of feathery fun at the Museum with turkey crafts and

games. Plus you can get your picture taken with live turkeys!

Celebrate Red Planet Day Saturday, November 28th, 10-12 p.m.

Red Planet Day commemorates the launch of the Spacecraft Mariner 4 on November 28, 1964. Join us

as we learn all about the “red planet”. Free with regular admission.

Celebrate Walt Disney’s Birthday Saturday, December 5th, 10-12 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate Walt Disney’s birthday! We will explore Mr. Disney’s life and his legacy. Free with

regular admission.

This Day in History: Frist Transatlantic Radio Transmission

Saturday, December 12th, 10-12 p.m. On December 12th, 1901 Italian inventory Guglielmo Marconi received the first transatlantic radio trans-

mission in St. John’s Newfoundland. Join us as we ex-plore the significance of this date. Free with regular

admission.

Look for an Evergreen Day Saturday, December 19th, 10-12 p.m.

Join the Museum as we look for evergreen trees! We will learn how to identify these trees and spot them in nature. Free with

regular admission.

HOMESCHOOL HANGOUTS

Every other Wednesday 11-1p.m. during the school year beginning October 14th-December 30th.Parent/

child activities designed to complement concepts taught in homeschool curriculum, grades K-12. Discounted admission for homeschool families.

Paint Me a Story Saturday’s; 10-11:00 a.m.

Oct. 24th,Nov. 14th and Dec. 5th This Saturday morning story time-art-

studio-mashup is a whole lot of fun for your little ones, ages 2-6. Story time ignites

preschoolers’ imaginations for creating hands-on art activities exploring colorful

book themes and characters. Build language skills, color recognition, and small motor skills. $2 material fee. Adults must stay with children during the program. Register online at

https://bit.ly/paint-me-story

Museum Music Learning Series with Miss. Kerry

Begins in October; 6 week class $138 per family

Have a small pod or group of friends that would like to take a Music Together class together? No problem!

Miss. Kerry of Music Together of Bloomsburg would be happy to create a private class for you at the Children’s

Museum with proper sanitizing and distancing procedures in place. Contact

MusicTogetherofBloomsburg@gmail.com for more information.

Ready, Set, Grow Every other Wednesday; 10-10:45 a.m.

October 7th-December 16th Have you ever wondered what your child is learning through their play? Do you ever wonder if you child is

ready for Kindergarten? This program will help you learn why

play is important and how to understand it. Your child will be invited to play and you will be invited to chat, observe and play alongside your

child. Register online at https://bit.ly/BCM-READY

Infant/Pre K Programs Homeschool Programs

Fall Fun Friday’s

Every Friday, September 18th—October 30th

11-1:00 p.m. Come celebrate Autumn with the Museum! Every Friday we will have special fall themed crafts and

activities. Adult admission is free. September 18th: Leaves October 9th: Scarecrows

October 16th: Apples October 23rd: Pumpkins

October 30th: Ghosts