CMEC offers many events from daily activities to pre-scheduled field trips. Additionally, we allow our facility to be rented for private events by members.
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December
31
8:00 am
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11:00 am
New Year's Eve Event-Morning
Special Event
Join us on December 31st for a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration packed with fun and excitement. This year, we're opening the museum for two sessions: 8 AM–11 AM and 1 PM–4 PM. Enjoy activities like special projects, face painting, and more! Don’t miss the highlight of the event – an exciting balloon drop to welcome 2025 in style. Members are free, regular admission for non-members. Register below for $1 off admission (non-members only). REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED.
Join us on December 31st for a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration packed with fun and excitement. This year, we're opening the museum for two sessions: 8 AM–11 AM and 1 PM–4 PM. Enjoy activities like special projects, face painting, and more! Don’t miss the highlight of the event – an exciting balloon drop to welcome 2025 in style. Members are free, regular admission rates for non-members. Register below for $1 off admission (non-members only). REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED.
Sensory Night! Sponsored by Jamf Nation Global Foundation
Special Event
Join us as we partner with UWEC's Department of Special Education and Exclusive Practices for another Sensory Night designed for individuals with sensory needs. Our goal is to create an inclusive play environment, and for this evening, we will be reducing high-sensory elements in the museum, such as bright lights and loud sounds. We will provide adaptable supplies, sensory bins, and AAC device picture cards. Tonight’s focus will be on gross motor, vestibular, and proprioception-with special activities in the Scheels Healthy Living Exhibit. This event is free and sponsored by the Jamf Nation Global Foundation.
Join us for a fun-filled event celebrating reading, creativity, and community connection! Families are invited to enjoy a variety of engaging activities: 1. Story Area: Snuggle up and listen to captivating stories read by our local police, then take home a free book to keep the adventure going. 2. Arts & Crafts: Design your very own bookmark at our craft station—a perfect keepsake for your new book! 3. Musical Games: Get ready to move, groove, and laugh as we play lively musical games. 4. Fairy Tale Characters: Watch beloved fairy tale characters come to life on stage and join in dressing up and acting out your favorite story. This event is perfect for all ages and is sure to spark joy, creativity, and a love for reading. We can’t wait to see you there!
Family Nature Club: Tracking Scavenger Hunt at the Children's Museum
Program
Follow the tracks to find the treasure! Join us for a scavenger hunt and explore all the ways we can learn about our wildlife from their tracks. Before we begin the scavenger hunt, we will be making your very own animal track that you get to take home with you. Registration for each session closes 24 hours before. | Walk-ins will not be accepted. Cost: Non-members: $12/person | TriplePlay Members: $8 *accompanying adults are FREE
