CLINTON, IOWA (January 24, 2019) — The Felix Adler Children's Discovery Center, "Clinton, Iowa's Children's Museum," is popping up with these fun activities and events. You’ll be magnetized with magnetic marble mazes on WOW Wednesday. Then, sit down with Miss Jessica from Clinton County Conservation to talk about Groundhog Day on Funtime Friday. Don’t forget to save the date for the upcoming Family Valentine’s Day Party on Saturday, February 9, and the Family Chinese New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 16. These programs are free with regular admission or membership.
WOW Wednesday
Wednesday, January 30, from 2 to 5PM is a WOW Wednesday at the Discovery Center, sponsored by US Bank Foundation. Maneuver your way through mazes using marbles and magnets. WOW Wednesday is geared for school-aged kids and their families and is a perfect activity for a winter day with school early out. WOW Wednesday is drop in with no pre-registration required.
Upcoming February topics for WOW Wednesday include: February 6 — February Presidents, February 13 — Make Valentines for the Birds, February 20 — Make Chinese Dragons & Learn About China, February 27 — What is a Tornado? Let’s Make One in a Jar!
Every WOW Wednesday also brings Miss Jean, a retired teacher who shares chess, juggling and logic puzzles at the Discovery Center. She teaches beginning chess to all, from preschoolers through adult or she will play a strategic game with an opponent to match their skill level. Additionally, she loves to juggle and can teach anyone of any age to become a successful juggler. Also, Sweeney has on hand three large cases of logic puzzles, construction materials, and hands on brain teasers to fascinate any age. Her new construction set is Joinks, so come check it out.
Funtime Friday
Friday, February 1, at 10AM is Funtime Friday, sponsored by Clinton Kiwanis Club and Alliant Energy Foundation. Join Miss Jessica of Clinton County Conservation for Groundhog Day to learn about this holiday animal. As always, a snack is included. This favorite program is designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups, although all age children are welcome especially during school winter break.
Upcoming February topics for Funtime Friday include: February 8 – Tennis & Pickleball with Miss Cindy R, February 15 – Celebrate Chinese New Year, February 22 – Making Music with Miss April
Family Valentine’s Day Party
On Saturday, February 9, join in the fun at the Discovery Center for their annual Family Valentine’s Day Party, from 11AM to 1PM. Stop by to enjoy many holiday themed activities. Try your hand at cookie decorating — and eating, with sweet homemade cookies. Play valentine games and get your face painted. There will also be a cool Valentine card creation station. This event is free with regular museum admission or membership.
Family Chinese New Year Celebration
On Saturday, February 16, from 11AM to 1PM, celebrate a traditional Chinese New Year at the Discovery Center. They are teaming up with friends from the Pangea International Academy to bring you an insightful and culture-rich experience. You’ll meet students from China who are attending Clinton High School as they share with us the customs and traditions of Chinese children and their families. This celebration will start off with a roaring traditional dragon dance with a giant dragon puppet operated by eight dancers, accompanied by two drummers. This will lead into demonstrations of a Chinese tea ceremony, a traditional Chinese dance, and Tai Chi. Following the stage exhibitions, families will be invited to explore activity stations, including: making a Chinese lantern; making a Fú good fortune plaque; preparing red packets for their children; sampling tea; and a Chinese treat, and photo opportunities, with the giant dragon puppet. The Discovery Center is located at 332 8th Avenue South in downtown Clinton, Iowa, at the foot of the US 30 Bridge over the mighty Mississippi. They are open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 9:30AM to 5PM, and Sundays 12:30 to 5PM. Admission is $4 per person ages two to 64, $3 per person ages 65 and older, free for children one and younger, and free for members of the children's museum.
The Felix Adler Children's Discovery Center is a non-profit children's museum whose mission is to provide a safe and positive environment for families to discover the world by exploring arts, culture, literacy and science through educational programs and interactive exhibits.
For more information on the children's museum and its many programs, contact them at (563) 243-3600, email info@adlerdiscoverycenter.org, or message them on Facebook at Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center.
