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What does it take to create a video game, line up rhythms like the best DJs, or design a roller coaster that produces the biggest thrills? In Design Zone, visi-tors can go behind the scenes and see how video game developers, music producers, roller coaster designers, and other creative problem solvers use math to do the amazing things they do.

Design Zone explores mathemati-cal concepts like patterns, variables, scale, slope, and ratios used by artists, architects, engineers, musicians, and other innovators.

IN THIS ISSUE...

Design Zone

Upcoming Events

Harry Potter Week

Special Events

Members Only Events

Winter Wonderland

Programming Calendar

January

February

March

Featured Events

January 13 Night at the Museum

January 20 Art Camp

January 26 Design Zone Member Preview

January 27 Frankenstein 200

February 11 Vegas Has a Heart

March 10 Member Bring a Friend Day

March 17 Art Camp

March 31 The-Party-That-Must-Not- Be-Named

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DESIGN ZONEOn Exhibit January 27 – April 29

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Join us as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of the pub-lication of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein novel, with special programming and hands-on activities that encourage cre-ativity and reflection about responsible innovation.

( From nisenet.org) Frankenstein is a modern myth: a 200-year-old story that explores themes of human cre-ativity, societal responsibility, and scientific ethics. These themes continue to resonate today. As citizens with access to incredible tools for creation and transformation, we need to understand the fundamentals of science and technology and develop the skills to actively participate in civic and pol-icy discussions.

Frankenstein200 takes on the challenge of supporting learning related to responsible innovation. The project uses themes from Frankenstein to examine emerging technolo-gies like artificial intelligence and genetic engineering, while promoting the development of 21st century skills related to creative collaboration and critical thinking. Frankenstein200 explores three important questions: What is life?, Why do we create?, and What are our responsibilities as creators, scien-tists, and engineers?

Frankenstein200 is a transmedia project, studying the learn-ing that occurs when people participate in a combination of hands-on activities and immersive digital experiences.

This project is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation to Arizona State University

UPCOMING EVENTS AT DISCOVERY

FRANKENSTEIN200January 27

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General Admission: Adult $20 / Child $10Members: Adult $10 / Child $5

All proceeds will benefit DISCOVERY’s Vegas Has a Heart campaign, designed to provide 1,000 families-in-need with a free, one-year membership to DISCOVERY. Create your own heart themed decorations for our “Tree of Love” (to be on dis-play at DISCOVERY through March), decorate heart shaped cookies and create a one of a kind piece of art to take home. Note the museum will close to the public at 3pm.

VEGAS HAS A HEART Special Event February 11, 4-6 pm

Pricing does not include museum admission.

Please call 702-382-3445 or email reservations@discoverykidslv.org to book this experience.

ART CAMP WITH ANNE MAZZOLATake the morning off! Send your kids to the museum for an engaging and interactive art workshop with our spotlight artist. Anne Mazzola is a licensed interior designer whose projects have included the National Wildlife Federation, the Pentagon, Nortel Networks, Sun Microsystems, Cox Communications, and the CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia.

Participants will work collaboratively to write poetry. The poems will be hand painted on paint chips, resulting in a beautiful art piece to display in the museum. Participants will save a special piece to take home. Following the art project, participants will engage in a lively poetry slam competition, expressing themselves creatively through the power of voice.

POP ART HEARTSParticipants will design their own vibrantly colored Pop Art Hearts, in celebration of National Nutrition Month. A special art piece will be saved to take home, and an enormous Pop Art Heart will be created by participants for the Museum to proudly display after the art camp.

January 20, 2018

9:00 am – 12:00 pmRecommended ages: 10 - 12Members’ Price: $25Non-Members’ Price: $30

March 17, 2018

9:00 am – 12:00 pmRecommended ages: 8 - 12Members’ Price: $25Non-Members’ Price: $30

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March 24 – 30, 2018

Spend Spring Break at Hogwarts!

Witches and Wizards:We are pleased to inform you that you’ve been accepted to a spring break session of DISCOVERY Children’s Museum Hog-warts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The sessions, sure to be magical, will be held March 24 - 30. Report to Platform 9 ¾ dressed in appropriate attire and sorting will commence promptly. And remember, the wand chooses the wizard!

Wand Design Workshop Join us for this special workshop and design your own wand, and remember, the wand chooses the wizard!

General Admission: $6.00Museum Members: $3.00

Harry Potter Spectacles Design your own pair of eyeglasses inspired by Harry Potter’s signature frames!

Sorting Ceremony Place the sorting hat upon your head, and listen closely as your house is announced!

Hogwarts House Tie DesignAfter the sorting ceremony determines your house, design your own house tie!

Tall Tales Join us for an interactive read aloud from The Tales of Beedle the Bard.

Broomstick Design Design your own broomstick fit for a quidditch match!

Monster Book of Monsters Brush up on your studies after designing your own Monster Book of Monsters, but be sure to open it carefully…

Pygmy Puff Create your own adorable Pygmy Puff to accompany you on your adventure to Hogwarts!

House Mascot Mask Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin or Ravenclaw, which house do you belong to? Design a mascot mask that represents your house.

Photo at 9 and ¾ Platform Take a family photo at the 9 and ¾ platform with Harry Potter props.

Exploring Invisibility Explore how nanotechnology is paving the way for an invisibility cloak!

Wingardum Leviosa! Explore the property of lift, and discover how it helps broom-sticks fly!

Potions ClassMix up a fizzy, bubbly, delightfully fun concoction.

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March 24 – 30

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Saturday, March 31 / 6:30-9 pm General Admission $35 / Museum Member $20.

Channel your inner wizard! Costume contest for best HP themed costume. Harry Potter trivia. Enjoy appetizers & adult beverages.

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Find Your Inner Childat Night at the Museum!Saturday, January 13, 20186:30 - 10:30 PMDISCOVERY Children’s Museum

Tickets available at www.JLLV.org21 and olderCash bar and small bites

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SPECIAL EVENTS AT DISCOVERY

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DISCOVERY

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

MILITARY PRICING Active Duty Military and Veterans with valid ID a discounted admissions rate of $10.50 along with 10% off membership pricing.

Appropriate Military Identification

is required for free and discounted

admission.

KMXB Teacher of the Month ProgramDISCOVERY Children’s Museum is proud to be a sponsor of KMXB Teacher of the Month program celebrating local teachers who make a positive impact on the children around the Las Vegas valley.

Each month, a winning teacher and class is awarded an in-class prize/party hosted by Mercedes and JC of Mercedes in the Morning.

Have a teacher to nominate? Go to http://mix941fm.radio.com/teacher-of-the-month

WINTER HOURSMONDAY: CLOSEDTUESDAY – FRIDAY: 9 AM – 4 PMSATURDAY: 10 AM – 5 PM SUNDAY: 12 PM – 5 PM

Open Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, and Monday of spring break (March 26).

Young at Art exhibit will be closed Jan 28-Feb 4

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BRING A FRIEND DAYMarch 10Members can share their love of learning and Discovery by inviting up to four (4) guests to join them at Discovery Children’s Museum on March 10, 2018.

DISCOVERY MEMBERS ICE CREAM SOCIALJuly 27Join us at the annual Members Only Ice Cream Social to cool off with delicious ice cream generously provided by Albertsons.

MEMBER PREVIEWJanuary 26 / 5-8 PMSave the date to get a special preview of Discovery Children’s Museum’s newest traveling exhibit – Design Zone! Explore mathematical concepts like patters, vari-ables, scale, slope and ratios used by art-ists, architects, engineers, musicians and other innovators.

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December 23, 2017 – January 7, 2018

While school is out, explore our Winter Wonderland!

Planetarium ExperienceLearn all about the winter solstice and constellations in the northern hemisphere, through our interactive planetarium experience.

General Admission: $6.00Members: $3.00

Let it Snow! Mix up a batch of snow in celebration of the chilly season!

Winter Wonderland Story TimeJoin us for an interactive read aloud featuring winter themed stories.

Wintery KeepsakesPaint a beautiful winter themed keepsake.

Super Cold ScienceDiscover the unique properties of liquid nitrogen as we whip up a tasty batch of peppermint ice cream!

Snowman SculptureDesign your own whimsical 3-D snowman sculpture.

Winter TheaterKick back, relax, and join us for a viewing of classic winter movies.

Glistening SnowflakesUse vibrant colors to design your own glistening snowflakes on your journey through our Winter Wonderland.

CALLING ALL ADULTS!DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is looking for adults who want to

work in a fun and energetic environment while giving back and

seeing the immediate impact of their generosity.

Do you love working with children and families? Do you have a spe-

cial talent (like sewing, love for arts, sciences, young minds and ear-

ly learners, maintenance of exhibits, public speaking, etc.) that you

would like to share? Are you looking for a fun environment to spend

some extra time? We have just the place for you! Consider giving

your time by volunteering at DISCOVERY Children’s Museum. There

are a variety of volunteer opportunities available and we would

love to have your help.

Apply today! Call 702-382-3445 or email volunteers@discoverykidslv.org for an application.

Unlimited use of the museum1.5 hour party with 30 minute activity

Birthday cake from Freeds BakeryT-shirt for the birthday childCustomized video slideshow

Party favors & music

A Birthday Party at

DISCOVERY Our unique venue provides the perfect setting for a memo-rable birthday party for your child. Party packages include

everything you need - just show up and enjoy!

Parties start at $395 for a group of up to 32 people.

Rated "Best Kids’ Party Place" by Parents’ Picks Awards

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PROGRAMMING CALENDAR

See the program schedule at admissions desk for a list of times. The programs and program schedule are subject to change without notice.

JOIN US FOR A VARIETY OF DEMONSTRATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

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Winter is a festive and fun time at the museum.

As we welcome in a new season, we celebrate

by highlighting various cultures with activities,

performances, and events. Each month ushers

in a new theme with related and engaging ex-

periences complimenting the museum exhibition

platform. January celebrates a season of cold

science. February is focused on Black History

Month and March wraps up the quarter highlight-

ing National Nutrition Month. So, please mark

your calendars to join us for a season of fun and

learning.

Join us for a variety of demonstrations and

presentations featuring the following:

Space and FormExpand on two elements of Art – Space and form

– and explore them in a fun and engaging way.

Ahoy! Exploration of Navigating the ShipCome set sail with us and explore methods of

navigating the seas. Map and compass skills are

a plus, although not required!

Green Treasure HuntJoin us for a true expression of diversity and col-

laboration of community through the art of puppet-

ry. Nellie is on a quest to find her missing treasure,

and along the way she learns a lot about nature, her

neighborhood, and community helpers.

Currency Counts!Join us as we explore the value of different coins,

and practice sorting and counting

currency with us.

Mix it Up!Join us for an engaging read aloud accompa-

nied by colorful illustrations. Use art materials to

create unique symmetrical designs as you mix,

blend and transform colors.

Discovery ChemistryJoin us as we explore reactive properties in

chemistry.

Cold Hard FactsHow do super cold temperatures (-320°F) affect

different states of matter?

Rhythm of Your HeartYour heart is a machine; join us as we explore the

rhythm of your heart!

Are My Eyes Playing Tricks?What is an illusion? Is it your eyes or your brain

that’s been tricked?

DNA DetectivesJoin us as we explore the great blueprint of

human design, DNA.

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Celebrating Cold Science

Learn all about the winter solstice and constellations in the northern hemi-sphere, through our interactive planetar-ium experience. Take part in our “Super Cold Science” programming by mix-ing up a batch of snow, discovering the unique properties of liquid nitrogen as we whip up a tasty batch of peppermint ice cream and much more!

JANUARY 2 – 5

WINTER WONDERLANDCome explore our Winter Wonderland, and make artwork inspired by the wonderful winter season!

JANUARY 6 – 12

WINTER GAMESThe XXIII Olympic Winter Games begin in February! Learn about the many winter games played in the Olympics and make art inspired by your favorite one. JANUARY 13 – 19

MLK DAYCelebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as you create inspirational works of art!

JANUARY 30 – FEBUARY 26

DESIGN ZONEThe Mirror Multiplier allows you to use mirrors to explore reflectional symmetry. Create your own symmetrical patterns in anticipation of Design Zone!

JANUARY 27

FRANKENSTEIN200Enjoy using a variety of unique art materi-als to design your own monstrous creation!

JANUARY 28 – FEBUARY 2

BLACK HISTORY MONTH:A CELEBRATION OF DR. G. WOODSONInventor of Black History Month. Learn about the “Father of Black History Month” and its cultural beginnings. Make your very own collage to represent your heritage.

Celebrating Black History Month

Join us in celebrating some of the ac-complishments, contributions and lega-cies of various individuals of African American descent and the past leaders of our country.

FEBRUARY 3 – 9

BLACK HISTORY MONTH: A CELEBRATION OF LEWIS LATIMERJoin us in our honoring of Lewis Latimer, the inventor of the carbon filament light bulb. Learn about Lewis Latimer and how this invention made light bulbs more affordable.

FEBRUARY 10 – 16

BLACK HISTORY MONTH: HONORING KATHERINE JOHNSONJoin us as we honor Katherine Johnson and her pivotal work with NASA. FEBRUARY 17 – 23

PRESIDENTS DAY: A CELEBRATION OF PRESIDENTIAL INVENTORS – THE WHITE HOUSESCIENCE FAIR!Hovercraft, ice water divers, basketball shooting robots, the possibilities are end-less at the White House Science Fair! Learn about this year’s entries and sketch or design your own prototype!

FEBRUARY 24 – MARCH 2

BLACK HISTORY MONTH: DR. ROGER ARLINER YOUNGJoin us as we honor the work of the first African American woman to earn a doctorate degree in zoology.

National Nutrition Month®

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is cel-ebrating National Nutrition Month® again this year during the month of March. It will be a special month full of fun and engag-ing activities focused on food and nutri-tion. National Nutrition Month® is a nutri-tion education and information campaign created by the American Dietetic Associa-tion. The campaign is designed to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

MARCH 3 – 9

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH: GRAINSLet’s learn about the growing conditions required for rice, one of the most important grains used across the planet.

MARCH 10 – 16

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH: FRUITS AND VEGETABLESJoin us as we explore some aspects of color, texture, and shapes of unusual foods! MARCH 17 – 23

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH: NUTRITIONJoin us for a discussion and exploration about the health benefits of tea.

MARCH 24 – 30

HARRY POTTER WEEK: SPEND SPRING BREAK AT HOGWARTS.It’s time for potions class! Join us in

Patents Pending as we create some

mystical concoctions.

See the program schedule for corresponding times. The programs and program schedule are bubject to change without notice.

Want to find out the best time to visit? View all events at: discoverykidslv.org/calendar

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS

Andrea SmithBoard Chairman

Stacie Truesdell MichaelsVice Chairman

Roy CentrellaTreasurer

Beverly MasonSecretary

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEMBERS-AT-LARGE

Brad Anthony

Carrie Carter-Cooper

Judy Cebulko

Kami Dempsey

Mark Failla

Brian Fink

Todd Lefkowitz

Troy Moser

Ron Reese

Joyce Schneider

Pat Skorkowsky

Brownstein Hyatt

Farber Schreck General Counsel

MUSEUM STAFF

Lisa McAnallenVice President/Interim CEO

Jennifer WhiteInterim Vice President

Gary HaleamauDirector of Exhibits & Facilities

Larry SlaneDirector of Human Resources

Tyler Utley Director of Accounting and Finance

Laura Christian Assistant Director of Learning Services

Michael CurtisManager of Volunteer Services & Youthworks

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CIRCLE OF FRIENDS ($50,000+)•Wynn Resorts

STARS FOR CHILDREN ($25,000+)•CBS Radio•Southern Highlands

Charitable Foundation

KID’S CORNER ($10,000+)•Bank of America•Dunn Family Foundation•Nazanin & Joshua Ford•The Freeman Foundation•Robin Greenspun•MOSER Architecture Studio•Nevada Arts Council•NV Energy•Pisanelli Bice•Patricia Power•Southern Highlands

Charitable Foundation•Joseph Stamis & Jennifer

Curland•Terri & Roland Sturm Family

Foundation•US Bank Foundation

BUILDING BLOCK ($5,000+)•Bally Gaming•Bally Gaming•Deana Bergquist McGraw &

John M McGraw•Albert & Elaine Borchard

Foundation•Edward & Judy Cebulko•Communities Foundation of

Texas•Cox Charities•DaVita Medical Group•ENCORE Productions•John H. Falb•Fletcher Jones Imports•Emily & Ross Goodman•The Howard Hughes

Corporation•The Eleanor Kagi

Foundation, A Lynn M. Bennett Legacy

•Las Vegas Philharmonic•Dr. Rudy Manthei•Marnell Companies•MGM Resorts International•MIDJIT Market, Inc.•Neiman Marcus•Nevada Title Company•James Pisanelli•PricewaterhouseCoopers•Cinde & Mark Schaffer•Scientific Games

Corporation•Pat Skorkowsky•Station Casinos•Todd Steadham•Subaru of Las Vegas•Southwest Gas Corporation•Mark G. Tratos•Treasure Island Hotel &

Casino•Tri-State Anesthesia

Associates•Richard & Patricia Truesdell•Walmart Stores•William Hill US•Tim & Shari Wong

MUSEUM ASSOCIATES ($2,500+)•Cynthia Asher•Brownstein Hyatt Farber

Schreck, LLP•Carrie Carter Cooper & Phil

Cooper•CenturyLink•Joanna Falb•Jean & Brian Fink•Jerry’s Nugget•Pat Lundvall•Natasha & Stephen Packard•PWI Construction•Marjorie & Jeffrey Rugg•Suzanne Sanders-Krick•Judith Skoll•Speedway Children’s

Charities•Jonathan Sparer & John R.

Klai•Natasha Spinella

PRESIDENT’S CLUB ($1,000+)•Abbey Dental Center•William Akel•ALON Las Vegas Resort•Thomas & Jessica Amick•Laurel Andrew & Victor

Onufrieff•Andrew Family Foundation•Willie B. Coleman-Smith•Ryan Cormier•Kami Dempsey•Calin M. Elardi•Mark Failla•Fox Rothschild LLP•Christina Frye•Kathy Garlock•Gaudin Motor Company•Robert J. Glaser•The Honorable Carolyn

Goodman•Dr. Stephanie Johnson•Robert J. Kolesar•Amanda & Demetri

Kouretas•Michael I. Maggiore•Moody Family Giving Trust•Morris A. Hazan Family

Foundation•Troy & Jill Moser•Raymond Palmer•Playstudios, Inc.•Luke Puschnig•Noelani Richardson•Thomas Rogers•Russell Rosenblum•Cori Saltzman•Robert L. Schiffman•Joyce Schneider•Sierra Consulting Structural

Engineers•Janet & Stephen Spelman•Lauren & Bradley Sugar•Team Construction•Stacie Truesdell Michaels &

Justin Michaels•U.S. Bank•U.S. Charitable Gift Trust•Mike Viellion•Herman Ward•Nicola Weicker

GIFT IN-KIND ($1,000+)•Laurel Andrew & Victor

Onufrieff•BESTAgency•Bradford Renaissance

Portraits•By Dzign•Cashman Photo Enterprises•Carrie Carter Cooper & Phil

Cooper•Bryan Chan•Chopard•ENCORE Productions•Four Seasons Maui at

Wailea•Jeremiah Kaniavpio III•Las Vegas Harley-Davidson•Las Vegas Philharmonic•LUXURY Las Vegas•Mandarin Oriental Las

Vegas•Manning Auctions•The Mark Travel

Corporation•Lisa & Brian McAnallen•Neiman Marcus•Lauren & Bradley Sugar•Red Rock Country Club•Stacie Truesdell Michaels &

Justin Michaels•Southern Glazer’s Wine and

Spirits•Southwest Airlines•Wynn Las Vegas

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THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERSCurrent as of October 1-December 31, 2017

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