Classes/Programs/Events
Networking and Community Programming
Parent Café
Made possible by the Wisconsin Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Board & the SPROUT Partnership. Includes a free meal.
FREE PROGRAM FOR ALL
Tuesday, April 30th, 2024
Dr. Kristine Taivalmaa, Pediatrician with SSM Health
Bring all your questions on Tuesday, April 30th, and join us as Dr. Kristine Taivalmaa, Pediatrician with SSM Health, creates a space to converse about “All Things Kids”. This is a fantastic opportunity to delve into the nuances of potty training, children’s eating and sleeping patterns, their social/emotional needs, technology use, as well as how best to connect and communicate with your little ones. Space is limited. Registration is required, child supervision and meal are provided.
Tuesday, April 30th, 2024; 11 am – 12 pm and 4:30-5:30 pm
Register for 11am: https://84415.blackbaudhosting.com/84415/Parent-Cafe-24Apr2024-2
Register for 4:30 pm: https://84415.blackbaudhosting.com/84415/Parent-Cafe-24Apr2024
Early Learning Programs
January 16 – May 2, 2024 (no classes week of March 11 & April 1) $98 for each 14-week program/ $75 Member discounted rate
Mini Monets
January 16 – April 30
Tuesdays @ 9:15, 10:15 or 1:00
Get messy with your little ones! Art projects will explore the seasons using paints, glitter, stamps and more. Ideal age: 2-4 years
Instructor: Andrea Nuss
Music, Museum & Me
January 17 – May 1
Wednesdays @ 9:15 or 10:00
In this highly energetic class, children and their caregivers will learn songs, play instruments and move to the music. Ideal age: 18 months – 4 years
Instructor: Laural Wilson
Little Learners –
January 18 – May 2
Thursdays @ 9:15 or 10:00
Instill a love of learning in your little one in this program which will provide a fun learning experience opportunity for social interactions and boost school readiness. Ideal age: 3-5
Instructor: Andrea Nuss
Free Programs
Included with Admission / Membership
Brain Builders
Friday & Saturdays at 10:30-11:30
Did you know that your child’s brain grows the fastest between birth – age 5? We will identify important brain building moments throughout the Museum with simple and fun activities that you can do at home. Inspired by Vroom.org. Download the FREE app
Instructors: Dr. Mary Schultz and the CMFDL Dream Team ~ Made possible by the Wisconsin Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Board & The Gnewuch Family
Story Time & Interactive Fun
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at 10:00
Inspire your child’s love of reading in this fun story time session that will also feature movement & hands-on activities!
Instructor: Laural Wilson
Science Lab
Thursdays at 11:00
Engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in our Science Lab Classroom with instructor led activities.
Instructor: Laural Wilson ~ Support provided by the Gnewuch Family
Smart Moves
Fridays at 1:30 ~
Dance, Bounce, Wiggle, and Learn! This program will get kids up and moving while building their minds!
Instructor: Molly and Maddy ~ Funding provided by SSM Health
Screen-Free Week-May 7-9 and 11th
Join us for this global invitation the first week in May to take a break from entertainment screens and experience more peace, connection, and fun! Each day, visit the Children’s Museum for a special giveaway (limited to the first 50 visitors) and enjoy the transformative power of play while engaging your mind and body at our fun exhibits.
Each family is invited to pick up a Screen Free Activities BINGO board throughout the month of May and commit to a “Screen Free Challenge”. Anyone can participate! Simply choose the platforms/apps/devices most problematic for you or your family, set a goal (take an hour off, a day, or the whole week!) and enjoy the free time that opens! Turn in your Screen Free Challenge at the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac at our Panel Discussion for a special prize and Character Meet and Greet! In Partnership with SSM Health
Networking and Community Programming
Parent Café
Made possible by the Wisconsin Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Board & the SPROUT Partnership. Includes a free meal.
FREE PROGRAM FOR ALL
Tuesday, April 30th, 2024
Dr. Kristine Taivalmaa, Pediatrician with SSM Health
Bring all your questions on Tuesday, April 30th, and join us as Dr. Kristine Taivalmaa, Pediatrician with SSM Health, creates a space to converse about “All Things Kids”. This is a fantastic opportunity to delve into the nuances of potty training, children’s eating and sleeping patterns, their social/emotional needs, technology use, as well as how best to connect and communicate with your little ones. Space is limited. Registration is required, child supervision and meal are provided.
Tuesday, April 30th, 2024; 11 am – 12 pm and 4:30-5:30 pm
Register for 11am: https://84415.blackbaudhosting.com/84415/Parent-Cafe-24Apr2024-2
Register for 4:30 pm: https://84415.blackbaudhosting.com/84415/Parent-Cafe-24Apr2024
Baby Networking–First Time Parent
Thursday, June 13th | Times: 10-12 pm or 4-6 pm. Guests are encouraged to pre-register and may arrive anytime during the session.
Enjoy an opportunity to connect with other parents and learn more about CMFDL as a resource as well as other Community Programs available to you and your family. This event is sure to be filled with lots of songs, smiling faces, and silly sounds. Ideal for new parents, but those with older children are also welcome.
First time parents receive a free annual membership* for babies 18 months and under.* Limited to first 50 families.
Register for the 10am: https://84415.blackbaudhosting.com/84415/Baby-Networking-13Jun2024-2
Register for the 4pm: https://84415.blackbaudhosting.com/84415/Baby-Networking-13Jun2024
In Partnership with: SPROUT Partners and the Wisconsin Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Board
SPECIAL EVENTS
Field Trip Opportunities
Click to learn about Field Trip Opportunities in the museum or in your school. Call Laural Wilson, CMFDL Education Manager, at 920-929-0707 or email her at learn@cmfdl.org for more information. Our team will work to develop a plan for your trip. A program can be included to fit your groups needs or simply come to play around the museum.