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Dec
11
Sun
Dungeons & Dragons @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 11 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Join us to create new worlds at the PlayHouse! Dungeons & Dragons is an open-ended role-playing game. In each session kids ages 8-12 create characters and go on grand adventures in a world that they have a large part in shaping. They will be having so much fun they won’t even know that they are building important social-emotional skills, including teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking.
This month’s program is $100 and takes place on five consecutive Sundays, November 13th, 20th, 27th; and December 4th and 11th. From 1:00 – 3:00pm at the PlayHouse.
Dec
15
Thu
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 15 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!

Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.

Join in May for these discussion topics:
May 4th – Building Your New Community
May 11th – Let’s Check-In With Our Moods
May 18th – Asking for Help
May 25th – Bonding With Your New Baby

Tot Time: Winter @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity.

What fun can you have in the winter in the snow! Bundle up in your snowsuit so you’re nice and warm, and go outside to create snowmen, snowballs, snow angels, and even snowcones!

Advanced registration is recommended. Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Fee does not include cost for museum admission.

Dec
16
Fri
Open Art Studio: Transportation
Dec 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open Art Studio: Transportation

Join us every Friday morning between 10am and noon to create art in the Art Room. Each week features a different theme; join us weekly to learn about different materials and types of art making!

No advance registration required; drop in anytime between 10am and noon. Free with museum admission or membership.

This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

Dec
22
Thu
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 22 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!

Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.

Join in May for these discussion topics:
May 4th – Building Your New Community
May 11th – Let’s Check-In With Our Moods
May 18th – Asking for Help
May 25th – Bonding With Your New Baby

Tot Time: Doctor @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Tot Time: Doctor @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity. Look for a different theme each week!

Advanced registration is recommended. Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Fee does not include cost for museum admission.

 

Dec
23
Fri
Open Art Studio: Mood
Dec 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open Art Studio: Mood

Join us every Friday morning between 10am and noon to create art in the Art Room. Each week features a different theme; join us weekly to learn about different materials and types of art making!

No advance registration required; drop in anytime between 10am and noon. Free with museum admission or membership.

This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

Dec
28
Wed
Writer’s Workshop @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 28 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Writer's Workshop @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

Join us for a kid friendly writing workshop! Pre-k and school age children are invited to create or work on a story in Open Art Studio using available art and writing supplies!

 

Join us on:

  • Wednesday 12/28 and 1/4
  • Thursday 12/29 and 1/5

 

Dec
29
Thu
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 29 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!

Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.

Join in May for these discussion topics:
May 4th – Building Your New Community
May 11th – Let’s Check-In With Our Moods
May 18th – Asking for Help
May 25th – Bonding With Your New Baby

Tot Time: My Senses @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

December 29: My Senses

sensesI can hear my cat when it meows, see her play with her toys, feel her soft fur, smell her snack, and even taste it if she shares it with me. These are my five senses, and they let me explore the world around me in different ways!

Tot Time is designed for 1-4 year olds and their adults, and includes stories, songs, and musical instruments, a gallery exploration, an art project, and more!

Advanced registration is recommended. Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Fee does not include cost for museum admission.

Writer’s Workshop @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Dec 29 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Writer's Workshop @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

Join us for a kid friendly writing workshop! Pre-k and school age children are invited to create or work on a story in Open Art Studio using available art and writing supplies!

 

Join us on:

  • Wednesday 12/28 and 1/4
  • Thursday 12/29 and 1/5

 

Dec
30
Fri
Open Art Studio: Trees
Dec 30 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open Art Studio: Trees

Join us every Friday morning between 10am and noon to create art in the Art Room. Each week features a different theme; join us weekly to learn about different materials and types of art making!

No advance registration required; drop in anytime between 10am and noon. Free with museum admission or membership.

This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

Jan
4
Wed
Writer’s Workshop @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Jan 4 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Writer's Workshop @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

Join us for a kid friendly writing workshop! Pre-k and school age children are invited to create or work on a story in Open Art Studio using available art and writing supplies!

 

Join us on:

  • Wednesday 12/28 and 1/4
  • Thursday 12/29 and 1/5

 

Jan
5
Thu
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Jan 5 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!

Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.

Join in May for these discussion topics:
May 4th – Building Your New Community
May 11th – Let’s Check-In With Our Moods
May 18th – Asking for Help
May 25th – Bonding With Your New Baby

Tot Time: Colors @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Jan 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Tot Time: Colors @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

Our world is made of so many wonderful colors! Which crayon do you like to use the most when you make art?

During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity. Look for a different theme each week!

Advanced registration is recommended. Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include cost for museum admission.

The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum