Week of Events
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Sunday, October 5, 2025
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October 5, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 5, 2025 -Nature’s Tapestry
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October 5, 2025 -Music & Movement
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October 5, 2025 -SpookyFest
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October 5, 2025 -Spooky Fest
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Nature’s Tapestry
Nature’s Tapestry Improvisational Quilts by Carolyn McKibbin Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to announce our latest art exhibition, Nature’s Tapestry—a vibrant collection of improvisational quilts by local artist Carolyn McKibbin. In addition to wall-hung works, the exhibition features functional quilted pieces, including wearables, pillows, and clothing. McKibbin’s quilts capture the beauty of nature through organic forms,…
SpookyFest
The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…
Spooky Fest
The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile…
Monday, October 6, 2025
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October 6, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 6, 2025 -Little Wonders: A-Hiking We Will Go! – SOLD OUT
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October 6, 2025 -Music & Movement
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October 6, 2025 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Little Wonders: A-Hiking We Will Go! – SOLD OUT
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to discover the many gifts nature has to offer! Enjoy guided hikes along woodland trails, water the gardens, feed the fish, and engage in active nature play designed to spark your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities…
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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October 7, 2025 -Soil Stories
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October 7, 2025 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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October 7, 2025 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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October 7, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 7, 2025 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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October 7, 2025 -Music & Movement
Soil Stories
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
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October 8, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 8, 2025 -Oaks and Acorns: Because of An Acorn
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October 8, 2025 -Music & Movement
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October 8, 2025 -Museum Minis
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October 8, 2025 -Museum Minis
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Featured October 8, 2025 -Featured Open House at Ability School
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Oaks and Acorns: Because of An Acorn
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world are a great start in these engaging weekly classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project each week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is per child. Registration is…
Museum Minis
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
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October 9, 2025 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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October 9, 2025 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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October 9, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 9, 2025 -Music & Movement
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Friday, October 10, 2025
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October 10, 2025 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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October 10, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 10, 2025 -Music & Movement
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October 10, 2025 -Museum Minis
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October 10, 2025 -SpookyFest
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October 10, 2025 -Spooky Fest
Friday Storytime at the Museum
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
SpookyFest
The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…
Spooky Fest
The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile…
Saturday, October 11, 2025
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October 11, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 11, 2025 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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October 11, 2025 -Music & Movement
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October 11, 2025 -ConEd Family Days
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October 11, 2025 -SpookyFest
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October 11, 2025 -Spooky Fest
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive…
ConEd Family Days
Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day. Information for All Family Day Programs These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio,…
SpookyFest
The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…
Spooky Fest
The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…