Bring your family, friends and neighbors for some great FUN!

rd Friday of each month

5:30 - 9:00 p.m.3

admission nights

Sponsored in part by:

Crane Fund for Widows and Children

Elizabeth Foundation

October 19 • November 16 • December 21

www.ImagineCM.orgCrane Fund for Widows and Children

The NEW

Marble Maze Exhibit is now OPEN!

Be sure to also stop in to see the exciting changes in the Lodge and Glow Zone Exhibit

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425/258-1006

NON-PROFITU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDSEATTLE, WA

PERMIT NO. 415

1502 Wall StreetEverett, WA 98201

Printing funded in part by Lithtex NW www.lithtexnw.com

Saturday, October 13 Open Regular Museum HoursSpecial Event Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • Produce Power Experiments – Light Up a Pickle with Dr. Science

• Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt

• Bavarian Dance Band 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. performance • Make & Take Scarecrow Project

• Harvest Games and more!

FALL NEWSLETTER 2018

Watch the story ”The 13 Nights of Halloween” come to life!Storytimes at 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

Costumes on ParadeSpooky ExperimentsPumpkin Scavenger Hunt

Edible Worm MakingFlying Bats Bullseye

Saturday, October 27

Special Event Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Come Dressed in Your Costume!

~Scarecrow Harvest Festival~

Drop-in Activities: Fridays 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. On-stage Demos: Saturdays: 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Free with Museum Admission

If it’s spinning , sp ar king, bouncing , bubbling,

flying o r flaming ... it must be RAD SCIENCE!Amazing science and engineering for the whole family.

R A SC EN E

GRANT AWARD #DRL 1612482 See www.ImagineCM.org for more information

Art Studio Spotlight All day in the Art Studio

Wednesday, October 3 Art of Pointillism

Sunday, November 25 Art of Ancient Egypt

Friday, December 7 Art of Expressionism

Ages: 15 months - 36 months 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Held once per week for one hour. Each series is four weeks.

A fun-filled, play-based program where both adult and child can explore, create

and discover together!

Series 9: Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1Series 10: Nov. 8, 15, 29 and Dec. 6

Members: $30 / Non-members: $50 per adult-child pair

Register online at www.ImagineCM.org/toddlertime

Learning & Playtime for Littles Preschool Explorers

Held once per week for one hour. Each series is four weeks.

An adult/child play-based program that incorporates music, movement, language,

science and art. Have FUN while preparing your child for school.

Series 9: Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1 Series 10: Nov. 8, 15, 29 and Dec. 6

Members: $30 / Non-members: $50 per adult-child pairRegister online at www.imaginecm.org/preschoolexplorers

Ages: 3 - 4 years 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Pre-registration required. Call 425/258-1006, Ext. 1012 or email Reservations@ImagineCM.org for information.

All Day in the Art Studio

Sponsored in part by

Saturday, October 6- IndiaSaturday, November 3– Egypt

Saturday December 1 – Christmas Around The World

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-1006

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7 Saturday, November 24 North Pole Party 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • Santa and his Elves arrive • Story & craft time with Mrs. Claus • Reindeer bark making and more!

7 Saturday, December 22 Polar City Party 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • Photos with Santa • Cap & Scarf Carpet Skating • Penguin Racing and more!

Chillin' Good Holiday Fun For Everyone!

See website for more information

Fire Safety & Prevention with the Everett Fire Department Thursday, October 11 • 3:30 - 5:00p.m.• Meet an Everett Firefighter

• Learn about fire safety and prevention for your home

• Try on Firefighter's Gear

Fire Prevention

Week IN HONOR OF NATIONAL

2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Kids-only science and math program! Explore, investigate and discover in these hands-on science

and math classes. Each unique session provides opportunities for inquiry-based projects, experiments and take-home ideas.

Pre-registration required.

Minimum enrollment: 10 students Members: $15 per child per day

Non-members: $20 per child per day Discount available for registering

for multiple classes.

Psst! Teachers, principals and after school coordinators: Did you know you can bring Science Sleuths to your site?

Call 425/258-1006, Ext. 1012 for available topics and more information. May be eligible for Title I funding.

Ages 6-12

REGISTER ONLINE at www.ImagineCM.org/sciencesleuths Questions? Call 425/258-1006, Ext. 1012 or email Reservations@ImagineCM.org

FREE with Museum Admission

New!

Join us four times each monthfor special interactive story times

11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

StoryTimes

Global AdventuresEnjoy a story and activity related to a country or culture.

Tuesday TalesListen to a story and then visit the Art Studio to create a masterpiece.

Stories AliveThe audience becomes part of the story.

Experience ScienceSee an amazing science demonstration that relates to the story.

See website for story time information and dates

Sign up for ... It is where you get important details about our events, special happenings,

programs, closures and MORE! Sign up for enews at www.ImagineCM.org

e•news!

Friday, October 12 – Edison Robots: Find out how robots process information through this guided exploration

Friday, November 2 – Astronomy 101: Learn more about constellations and our solar system

Friday, November 16 – Forensic Science: Explore how science is used in solving crimes

Friday, December 14 – See It to Believe It: Discover the science behind optical illusions

Playing with MusicJugando con Música

Join us for an exciting bilingual (English and Spanish) music program for kids

and families. Play instruments and engage in songs and stories!

FREE with Admission Thursdays 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Sundays 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m.

Bring us to your school, daycare or party!

Call 425/258-1006, Ext. 1012

Hazel Miller Foundation

All Day in the Art StudioArt and History Adventures

Discover the fun of Engineering!11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

S a t u r d a y , O c t o b e r 2 0

Chemical Engineering

Kitchen Chemistr y

S a t u r d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 7

Aeronautics Wind tunnel, plane building

S a t u r d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 5

Optics

Mirrors, prisms and lenses

Fluke Corporation

A -ha

Tuesday, October 16 World Food DayWorld Food Day Inspirational Poster Project........................................................

Thursday, October 25 Noah Webster’s Birthday

Words as Art Project........................................................Tuesday, November 6 National Sandwich DayPaper Sandwich Creation........................................................

Friday, November 23 International Space Station

Recycled Materials ISS Construction Project ........................................................Sunday, December 2 Gianni Versace BirthdayDesign your own Fashion Project ........................................................

Saturday, December 8 South Pole Discovered 1911

South Pole Project

Clay Daysin the Art Studio

Friday, October 12Sunday, October 21 Friday, November 9Sunday, November 18 Wednesday, December 12Saturday, December 29

Thursday, October 4 Haunted Street ProjectTuesday, October 23 Spooky Gnarled Tree ProjectFriday, October 26 Witch's Hat ProjectSunday, October 28 Skeleton Anatomy Project

Tuesday, December 4 Dreidel Project

Thursday, December 13 Silly Snowman ProjectTuesday, December 18 Bobble Head Rudolph Project

Monday, December 24 Holiday Wreath Project

The Art Studio is open during most Museum hours, although we may close from time to time for a special activity or as a result of staff needs.

DecemberOctober

Visit our Art Studio and see why “Art Rocks!” at ICM! These fun activities are FREE with the price of Museum admission:

Art Rocks!

Friday, November 2 Turkey Décor Project

Sunday, November 4 Changing Leaves Project

Tuesday, November 20 Give Thanks Postcard Project

Wednesday, November 28 Harvest Mask Project

November

Check www.ImagineCM.org for times!

OCTOBER

3 Art Studio Spotlight 4 Art Rocks! 6 Celebrate Our World - India 7 FREE Military Admission Day 11 Fire Safety & Prevention 12 Clay Days12 Tumbling, Flipping Twirling Time 12 Science Sleuths - Edison Robots 13 Scarecrow Harvest Festival 16 A-HA Art & History Adventure in Art Studio 18 Cartoon Corner 19 Movin' and Groovin' 19 Free Admission Night 20 - engineers - Chemical Engineering 21 Clay Days 21 Imagine The Possibilities 23 Art Rocks! 25 A-HA Art & History Adventure in Art Studio 26 Art Rocks! 27 Halloween with the Lights On28 Art Rocks!

NOVEMBER

2 Art Rocks! 2 Science Sleuths - Astronomy 1013 Celebrate Our World - Egypt 4 FREE Military Admission Day 4 Art Rocks! 6 A-HA Art & History Adventure in Art Studio 9 Clay Days 11 Veterans Day Tribute 12 Veterans Day Tribute - Museum is OPEN 12 Tumbling, Flipping Twirling Time15 Cartoon Corner 16 Science Sleuths - Forensic Science 16 Movin' and Groovin' 16 Free Admission Night 17 - engineers - Aeronautics 18 Clay Days 18 Imagine the Possibilities 20 Art Rocks! 22 Thanksgiving - Museum is CLOSED 23 Day after Thanksgiving - Museum is OPEN 23 A-HA Art & History Adventure in Art Studio 24 North Pole Party 25 Art Studio Spotlight 28 Art Rocks!

DECEMBER

1 Celebrate Our World - Christmas Around the World 2 FREE Military Admission Day 2 A-HA Art & History Adventure in Art Studio 4 Art Rocks! 7 Art Studio Spotlight 8 A-HA Art & History Adventure in Art Studio12 Clay Days13 Art Rocks!14 Science Sleuths - See It to Believe It15 - engineers - Optics16 Imagine the Possibilities 18 Art Rocks!20 Cartoon Corner21 Free Admission Night 21 Movin' and Groovin'22 Polar City Party24 Art Rocks! 24 Christmas Eve - Museum is OPEN25 Christmas Day - Museum is CLOSED 26 Day after Christmas - Museum is OPEN26 Tumbling, Flipping Twirling Time 29 Clay Days31 New Year's Eve - Museum is OPEN31 New Year’s Eve Nighttime Pajama Party

JANUARY

1 New Year’s Day - Museum is CLOSED Purple Dates – Free w/admission Red Dates – Fee Applies, pre-registration required Black Dates – Holiday OPEN or CLOSED

Clip and hang ourcalendar on your bulletin board.

3 MONTHSAT-A-GLANCE!Ca

rtoon CornerIn the Art Studio 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Friday, October 12 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

...............................Monday, November 12

Wednesday, December 26 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Tumbling, Flipping, Twirling Time with Little Gym of Everett

Wall of Thanks Veterans Day

Tribute

14thAnnual

Sunday, November 11

Monday, November 12 12:00 p.m. Presentation of

our nation's colorsby Everett High School NJROTC

Free Admission for all Veterans!

Thursday, October 18 Thursday, November 15Thursday, December 20

Thursdays & Sundays: Playing with Music

Sundays: Leemos Juntos - Let’s Read TogetherSaturdays: Rad Science

Toddler Time/Preschool ExplorersSeries 9: Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1

Toddler Time/Preschool ExplorersSeries 9: Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1Series 10: Nov. 8, 15, 29 and Dec. 6

Toddler Time/Preschool ExplorersSeries 10: Nov. 8, 15, 29 and Dec. 6

ADMISSION FOR MILITARY1st Sunday of each month

...............................Sundays: October 7, November 4 and December 2

11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Very Best Birthday Party Ever

and you don’t have to worry about the weather!To schedule your party, call

425/258-1006, Ext. 1012

Registration is Required REGISTER ONLINE at

www.ImagineCM.org/inclusion

Imagine the Possibilities Exclusive Museum time for children with autism spectrum or sensory processing

disorders & their families: Oct. 21 • Nov. 18 • Dec. 16

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.3rd Sunday of each month

• Children ages 1-12 (parents, siblings & grandparents too!)• Social stories, noise canceling headphones, sunglasses & sensory balls available• Enjoy a safe & understanding environment• Play during a quieter, less crowded time• Make connections & network with families• Discover other community resources

FREE

Sponsored in part by Providence General Foundation

FREE with Museum admission

Join us for 30 minutes of movement, music, stretching and stories. Perfect for preschoolers, but big kids and grownups can join in the fun, too!

Fridays: 6:30 & 7:30 p.m.Oct. 19 • Nov. 16 • Dec. 21

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Imagine the Possibilities Exclusive Museum time for children with autism spectrum or sensory processing

disorders & their families: Oct. 21 • Nov. 18 • Dec. 16

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.3rd Sunday of each month

• Children ages 1-12 (parents, siblings & grandparents too!)• Social stories, noise canceling headphones, sunglasses & sensory balls available• Enjoy a safe & understanding environment• Play during a quieter, less crowded time• Make connections & network with families• Discover other community resources

Donor Tips!• Ask your employer if they have a

matching program – potentially

doubling your gift.

• Designate the Museum as the recipient

of your workplace United Way or other

employee giving program.

• For more information, please contact

Nancy Jonhson at 425/258-1006, Ext.

1013 or email NancyJ@ImagineCM.org.

Gift buying for groups

If you belong to a group, club or organizationthat buys holiday gifts for children, please consider making your purchases through the Museum Store.

We offer quantity discounts.

Make the life of a child brighter while showing your support for the Museum.

For more information, please contact Lynn Blair at 425/258-1006, Ext. 1019

or email BusinessManager@ImagineCM.org

IM

AGINE Gift Certif cates The perfect holiday gift!

Certificates can be used for Memberships, Camps, Parties or in the Museum Store.

Available at the Museum or online at www.ImagineCM.org. Can be mailed directly

to the recipient or to you. Be sure to allow enough time for holiday mailings.

($1.00 handling fee)

After Hours Facility Use: 425/258-1006, Ext. 1012

Planning a holiday social event? Looking for a fun place?

Imagine Children’s Museum is a sure winner!

Our unique environment invites light-hearted fun for all ages and will earn any event rave reviews!

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SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS

MUSEUM WILL BE OPEN: Monday, November 12 (Veterans Day Observed)

Friday, November 23 (Day after Thanksgiving)

Monday, December 24 (Christmas Eve)

Wednesday, December 26 (Day after Christmas)

Monday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve)

MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED:Thursday, November 22 (Thanksgiving Day)

Tuesday, December 25 (Christmas Day)

Tuesday, January 1 (New Year’s Day)

Save the Date for an amazing night!

Monday, December 31, 2018 • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. • Special entertainment, activities and rockin’ fun.• Grand Finale Ball Drop at 9:00 p.m.

Admission applies | Check website for more information

NIGHTTIMENew Year's Eve

Pajama Party2019

THANKS TO OUR NEWSLETTER SPONSORS

For more information on becoming a newsletter sponsor contact 425/258-1006, Ext. 1013

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Use the Proper Child Safety Seat

for Your Child

Under age 1, less than 20 pounds Rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat

Under age 4, less than 40 pounds Forward-facing child safety seat in the back seat Under age 8, less than 4’9” tall Booster seat in the back seat