Member's Science Spot: Stick like a Sea Star
May
19
9:30 AM09:30

Member's Science Spot: Stick like a Sea Star

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Together, we will explore a sticky sensory table and observe the many animals in the aquarium that have special sticky powers.

Member’s Science Spot is a weekly programming time when families get to know live aquarium animals and participate in activities designed especially for children 0-5. Experience enriching moments that foster curiosity, exploration, and love of the natural world.

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Art for Tots: The Art of Oge Mora
May
21
10:00 AM10:00

Art for Tots: The Art of Oge Mora

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore, create, and collaborate during this drop-in class for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Each week, experiment with the mediums and styles of both well-known and emerging artists. This week, we will focus on collage artist and storyteller Oge Mora, a featured illustrator in our Lunder Arts and Culture Gallery and creator of "Thank You, Omu!" We will work with cut paper and glue to craft our own colorful creations.

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Afternoon Art: The Art of Oge Mora
May
21
2:00 PM14:00

Afternoon Art: The Art of Oge Mora

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Afternoon Art is a one-hour opportunity for in-depth creation. Each week, we will meet at the studio table to learn about a different artist or maker and experiment with the mediums or styles they are known for. This week, we’ll focus on the illustrations of collage artist Oge Mora. Visitors will create an illustration made from curated collage materials using Mora’s style.

Free choice materials will also be available during this session.

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Science for Tots: Insects
May
22
10:00 AM10:00

Science for Tots: Insects

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover the Science for Tots series! This weekly drop-in class is specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

This month, Science for Tots is abuzz with an exploration of insects! We’ll explore insects’ bodies by creating our own bugs from recycled materials, discover how honeybees work together to make honey with a bee foraging game, and explore symmetry by creating butterfly paint prints.

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MakerSpace Takeover: Boats, Ships, and Things That Float
May
24
to May 26

MakerSpace Takeover: Boats, Ships, and Things That Float

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Celebrate the start of summer by making things that float!

Design your own boat, ship, or other floating object in CMTM's MakerSpace. Will it be made of wood or cardboard? Will it be heavy or light? Will it actually float? Explore design and problem-solving with this buoyant project, and take home your creation for even more experimentation. Free-choice materials will also be available during each session.

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CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show
May
24
11:00 AM11:00

CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

It’s time for a Cooking Show! We are in the final round of the Children’s Chowder Championship (CCC), and our chef needs your help to create a winning dish. Assist in handling a basket of four mystery ingredients by offering advice, tasting, and using your imagination to help craft a culinary masterpiece. Will we crown a new CCC Champion? Let’s find out!

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Saturday STEM Challenge: Does it Float?
May
24
1:30 PM13:30

Saturday STEM Challenge: Does it Float?

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Work individually or part of a group to experiment with everyday and ordinary materials to see what will float. Learn the fundamentals of buoyant force through interactive problem-solving. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Will something heavy float? Will something little sink? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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Sunday STEM Challenge: Does it Float?
May
25
1:30 PM13:30

Sunday STEM Challenge: Does it Float?

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Work individually or part of a group to experiment with everyday and ordinary materials to see what will float. Learn the fundamentals of buoyant force through interactive problem-solving. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Will something heavy float? Will something little sink? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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STEM Challenge: Does it Float?
May
26
1:30 PM13:30

STEM Challenge: Does it Float?

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Work individually or part of a group to experiment with everyday and ordinary materials to see what will float. Learn the fundamentals of buoyant force through interactive problem-solving. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Will something heavy float? Will something little sink? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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Art for Tots: The Art of Kevin Xiques
May
28
10:00 AM10:00

Art for Tots: The Art of Kevin Xiques

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore, create, and collaborate during this drop-in class for children 2-5 and their caregivers. Each week, experiment with the mediums and styles of both well-known and emerging artists. This week, we’ll focus on the work of Kevin Xiques, a self-taught abstract expressionist artist. We'll us layered squeegee techniques and acrylics to create big paintings. Please plan for a messy but fun morning; aprons will be provided. Thank you to Hancock Lumber for their support of this program and CMTM's MakerSpace.

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Afternoon Art: The Art of Kevin Xiques
May
28
2:00 PM14:00

Afternoon Art: The Art of Kevin Xiques

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Afternoon Art is a one-hour opportunity for in-depth creation. Each week, we will meet at the studio table to learn about a different artist or maker & experiment with the mediums or styles they are known for. This week, we will focus on the abstract artist Kevin Xiques. Experiment with layered colors using a variety of squeegee sizes to create vibrant abstract paintings.

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Science for Tots: Insects
May
29
10:00 AM10:00

Science for Tots: Insects

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover the Science for Tots series! This weekly drop-in class is specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

This month, Science for Tots is abuzz with an exploration of insects! We’ll explore insects’ bodies by creating our own bugs from recycled materials, discover how honeybees work together to make honey with a bee foraging game, and explore symmetry by creating butterfly paint prints.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience — Opening Show!
Jul
12
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience — Opening Show!

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Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
12
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
13
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
13
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
19
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
19
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
20
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
20
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
26
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
26
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
27
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Jul
27
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
2
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
2
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
3
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
3
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
9
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
9
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
10
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
10
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
16
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
16
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
17
11:00 AM11:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
Aug
17
3:00 PM15:00

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Based on NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED book by Mo Willems

Published by Hyperion Books for Children

Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems

Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed the Rock Experience is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

For show description, cast information, and more, visit www.kitetails.org/nakedmolerat.

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Sunday STEM Challenge: Sound Waves
May
18
1:30 PM13:30

Sunday STEM Challenge: Sound Waves

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

It's time for a Sunday STEM Challenge! Work individually or in a group to turn everyday and ordinary materials into a string phone. Learn the fundamentals of basic engineering through interactive problem-solving while learning about sound waves. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Who will you call? What will your phone be made of? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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Saturday STEM Challenge: Sounds Waves
May
17
1:30 PM13:30

Saturday STEM Challenge: Sounds Waves

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

It's time for a Saturday STEM Challenge! Work individually or in a group to turn everyday and ordinary materials into a string phone. Learn the fundamentals of basic engineering through interactive problem-solving while learning about sound waves. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Who will you call? What will your phone be made of? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show
May
17
11:00 AM11:00

CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

It’s time for a Cooking Show! We are in the final round of the Children’s Chowder Championship (CCC), and our chef needs your help to create a winning dish. Assist in handling a basket of four mystery ingredients by offering advice, tasting, and using your imagination to help craft a culinary masterpiece. Will we crown a new CCC Champion? Let’s find out!

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Visiting Scientist: Veterinarian Dr. Lisa Benson
May
15
1:30 PM13:30

Visiting Scientist: Veterinarian Dr. Lisa Benson

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Did you know that veterinarians might study loons or do laser therapy on elephants? Come meet traveling veterinarian Lisa Benson, DVM! Together we will explore veterinary tools like a stethoscope, use a microscope, and using our imaginations to step into the shoes of a veterinarian.

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Science for Tots: Insects
May
15
10:00 AM10:00

Science for Tots: Insects

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover the Science for Tots series! This weekly drop-in class is specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

This month, Science for Tots is abuzz with an exploration of insects! We’ll explore insects’ bodies by creating our own bugs from recycled materials, discover how honeybees work together to make honey with a bee foraging game, and explore symmetry by creating butterfly paint prints.

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Meet a Therapy Dog
May
14
3:00 PM15:00

Meet a Therapy Dog

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Whether you are meeting a dog for the first time or own a dog yourself, all are welcome to greet our friendly, four-legged therapy dog friends. Come hang out, read a book, sing a song, or explore dog training with a certified therapy dog and its caregiver. Therapy dogs will be visiting with a trained adult in the 3rd floor IDEXX STEM Learning Hub and would love to say "hi" to you if you wish. Included with Admission.

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Afternoon Art: The Art of Kehinde Wiley
May
14
2:00 PM14:00

Afternoon Art: The Art of Kehinde Wiley

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Afternoon Art is a one-hour opportunity for in-depth creation. Each week, we will meet at the studio table to learn about a different artist or maker and experiment with the mediums or styles they are known for. This week, we’ll focus on the work of contemporary artist Kehinde Wiley. Known for floral, vibrant portraits celebrating Black and Brown identity, we will use rich colors to create a portrait in the spirit of Wiley.

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Art for Tots: The Art of Kehinde Wiley
May
14
10:00 AM10:00

Art for Tots: The Art of Kehinde Wiley

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore, create, and collaborate during this drop-in class for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Each week, experiment with the mediums and styles of both well-known and emerging artists. This week, we will focus on Kehinde Wiley, a contemporary oil painter known for floral, vibrant portraits celebrating Black and Brown people. Use oil pastels, fabric and a mix of 2D supplies to create vibrant works of art.

Please plan for a messy but fun morning; aprons will be provided. Thank you to Hancock Lumber for their support of this program and CMTM's MakerSpace.

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Member's Science Spot: Sandy Habitat Exploration
May
12
9:30 AM09:30

Member's Science Spot: Sandy Habitat Exploration

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Who hides in the sand? Come scoop, mix, and dig through sand to discover different types of animals that call the ocean sand home.

Member’s Science Spot is a weekly programming time when families get to know live aquarium animals and participate in activities designed especially for children 0-5. Experience enriching moments that foster curiosity, exploration, and love of the natural world.

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CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show
May
10
11:00 AM11:00

CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

It’s time for a Cooking Show! We are in the final round of the Children’s Chowder Championship (CCC), and our chef needs your help to create a winning dish. Assist in handling a basket of four mystery ingredients by offering advice, tasting, and using your imagination to help craft a culinary masterpiece. Will we crown a new CCC Champion? Let’s find out!

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Science for Tots: Insects
May
8
10:00 AM10:00

Science for Tots: Insects

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover the Science for Tots series! This weekly drop-in class is specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

This month, Science for Tots is abuzz with an exploration of insects! We’ll explore insects’ bodies by creating our own bugs from recycled materials, discover how honeybees work together to make honey with a bee foraging game, and explore symmetry by creating butterfly paint prints.

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Afternoon Art: The Art of Piet Mondrian
May
7
2:00 PM14:00

Afternoon Art: The Art of Piet Mondrian

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Afternoon Art is a one-hour opportunity for in-depth creation. Each week, we’ll meet at the studio table to learn about a different artist or maker and experiment with the mediums or styles that they are known for. This week, we will explore the artworks of Piet Mondrian, a Dutch painter who changed many perspectives through his work in abstract art. Piet Mondrian created unique two-dimensional arrangements and compositions by only using what he needed to through form, color, and visual harmony. Make your own 2D composition during this session.

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Art for Tots: The Art of Piet Mondrian
May
7
10:00 AM10:00

Art for Tots: The Art of Piet Mondrian

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Explore, create, and collaborate during this drop-in class for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Each week, experiment with the mediums and styles of both well-known and emerging artists. This week, we will explore the artworks of Piet Mondrian, a Dutch painter who changed many perspectives through his work in abstract art. Piet Mondrian created unique two-dimensional arrangements and compositions by only using what he needed to through form, color, and visual harmony. Make your own 2D composition during this session.

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Theatre for Tots: Portland Ballet
May
5
10:00 AM10:00

Theatre for Tots: Portland Ballet

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Let’s dance together! At today’s Theatre for Tots, join our special guest teacher from Portland Ballet to move your body to music. This is a special early childhood theatre experience for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers to gain confidence imagining and pretending together.

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Member's Science Spot: Textures of Our World!
May
5
9:30 AM09:30

Member's Science Spot: Textures of Our World!

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Explore all the textures that surround us in the world and make an etching to see these textures come to colorful life!

Member’s Science Spot is a weekly programming time when families get to know live aquarium animals and participate in activities designed especially for children 0-5. Experience enriching moments that foster curiosity, exploration, and love of the natural world.

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Sunday STEM Challenge: Sound Waves
May
4
1:30 PM13:30

Sunday STEM Challenge: Sound Waves

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It's time for a Sunday STEM Challenge! Work individually or in a group to turn everyday and ordinary materials into a string phone. Learn the fundamentals of basic engineering through interactive problem-solving while learning about sound waves. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Who will you call? What will your phone be made of? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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Saturday STEM Challenge: Sound Waves
May
3
1:30 PM13:30

Saturday STEM Challenge: Sound Waves

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  • Google Calendar ICS

It's time for a Saturday STEM Challenge! Work individually or in a group to turn everyday and ordinary materials into a string phone. Learn the fundamentals of basic engineering through interactive problem-solving while learning about sound waves. This program focuses on process over product and encourages fun experimentation. Who will you call? What will your phone be made of? All ages and abilities are welcome.

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CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show
May
3
11:00 AM11:00

CMTM's Famous Imaginary Cooking Show

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It’s time for a Cooking Show! We are in the final round of the Children’s Chowder Championship (CCC), and our chef needs your help to create a winning dish. Assist in handling a basket of four mystery ingredients by offering advice, tasting, and using your imagination to help craft a culinary masterpiece. Will we crown a new CCC Champion? Let’s find out!

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Science for Tots: Insects
May
1
10:00 AM10:00

Science for Tots: Insects

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover the Science for Tots series! This weekly drop-in class is specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

This month, Science for Tots is abuzz with an exploration of insects! We’ll explore insects’ bodies by creating our own bugs from recycled materials, discover how honeybees work together to make honey with a bee foraging game, and explore symmetry by creating butterfly paint prints.

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