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SPRING BREAK HANDS-ON HAPPENINGS

Join us for alternating adult lectures and family days, which include a wide variety of activities and performances starting at 11 a.m. This series is designed for families with children on the autism

spectrum and is open to all.

January 19Reinforcement: How Can I Help Make This More Fun?Strategies for repetition, rewards, and the tricks of the trade that really work.

February 16Joe Reilly in ConcertEnjoy songs, stories, and crafts about peace.

March 16When Will My Child Be Ready for a Play Date?How do you prepare all those involved for a play date?

April 20Gemini in ConcertCreate, play, and hear stories about musical instruments.

SUNDAY SERIESJoin us for science and history programs on second and fourth Sundays at 1:30 p.m. FREE

January 13Light in the DarknessBenje Daneman’s SearchPartyThis nationally known jazz ensemble will share pieces from their latest album.

January 27The K-Wings in the International Hockey League Stephen Doherty Hear stories from an insider who worked with the K-Wings during their first 25 years.

February 10A Change in the WeatherKeith ThompsonJoin the chief meteorologist at WWMT as he discusses the weather and climate changes he’s observed in West Michigan during his illustrious career.

February 24The Douglass Community Association: Then and Now Sidney EllisThis integral piece of Kalamazoo’s Northside and African-American culture will be explored through its history and current programming.

March 10Unraveling the MysteriesDr. Deborah CoatesWhet your astronomical appetite in anticipation of Statewide Astronomy Night (SWAN), coming in April!

March 24Words That Damage the SisterhoodCoty Dunten & LaSonda WellsExamine the historical impact of language that has led to oppression and trauma of women.

April 14Most Unusual Products of The Upjohn Company Jeremy WinkworthLearn about fascinating products from this former Kalamazoo pharmaceutical company.

April 28From Undercover to OutFront, the Story of Kalamazoo’s LGBTQ CommunityDenise MillerConsider the evolution of Kalamazoo’s LGBTQ community over the past 60 years, as well as its future.

April 1 – 5, 1 – 4 p.m. dailySpring break at the Museum is filled with fun, including exploring stories with numbers through arts and crafts, interactive workshops for children of all abilities, and special family-friendly planetarium shows! Check out the Museum website for details.

ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW!

The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is operated by Kalamazoo Valley Community College and is

governed by its Board of Trustees

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For more information, visit us atkalamazoomuseum.org

/KalamazooValleyMuseum @kalamazoomuseum

FREE GENERAL ADMISSION

Planetarium programs $3 per person

Monday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.Sunday & Holidays: 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

230 North Rose Street | Kalamazoo, MI 49007269.373.7990 | 800.772.3370

FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

January 4Fretboard Festival Play-In Contest 5 – 9 p.m. Local musicians compete for slots in the Fourteenth Annual Fretboard Festival during this public performance.

January 26Chili Cook-off11 a.m. – 2 p.m.The Kalamazoo Valley Museum joins the Chili Cook-off with the help of the Food Bank of South Central Michigan and chefs from Firekeepers Casino. Come in for a taste!

February 1 – 2Storytelling Festival: Life in the MittenFriday 5 – 8 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.This all-ages festival will feature professional storytellers, musicians, and authors sharing about life in Michigan. See our website for details.

March 1 – 2Fretboard FestivalFriday 5 – 9 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Instrument designers, workshops, and performances from area musicians are featured both days. See our website for details.

March 23Art of Animation Panel10 - 11 a.m.Patrick Stannard, Powerhouse Animation Studios, will lead a panel discussion on animation.

April 5 – 6Foodways Symposium 2019The Foods We Carried: Middle Eastern Foodways in Michigan Friday 5 – 8 p.m. Saturday 9 – 5 p.m. Kick off Friday night at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum with the keynote speaker and light food. The Symposium will continue Saturday at KVCC’s Culinary and Allied Health building with classes and demonstrations. See our website for details and registration.

April 12Statewide Astronomy Night (SWAN)4 – 8:30 p.m.Celebrate astronomy with this all-ages festival featuring hands-on activities, free planetarium shows, and thought-provoking speakers.