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SUMMARY:Members-Only: FREE Open House in Uptown Charlotte
DESCRIPTION:Free! One Day Only!\nDetails: Sunday\, October 5 | 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Discovery Place Science\, Uptown Charlotte \nYour Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville or Rockingham membership unlocks a full day of advanced STEM experiences in Uptown Charlotte! \nThis is your chance to experience everything Discovery Place Science has to offer as a full-fledged member for the entire day—absolutely free! Whether you’re curious about what our flagship location offers or considering an upgrade to a Three Museum membership\, this is the perfect opportunity to explore. \nWhat’s Included:\nYour day at Discovery Place Science includes access to all standard exhibits and activities\, plus these special experiences: \n\nComplimentary planetarium show at 12:00 PM in our IMAX theater\nLive Science Shows throughout the day\nAll regular museum exhibits and experiences\nDiscounted member parking rate of just $8 for the entire day—perfect for exploring everything Uptown Charlotte has to offer\n\nDon’t miss this exclusive member benefit. See why families upgrade to experience all three locations. \nReserve Your Spot
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/members-only-free-open-house-in-uptown-charlotte/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Science\, 168 W 6th St.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:September Events
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.    \nDino Days: Stomp\, chomp\, and roar into a month of prehistoric fun! This September\, we’re going back in time to explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs. Each week\, young dino lovers will dig into hands on activities and creative crafts. Join us as we learn about dinosaurs and what makes them dino-mite! \nClick here to view our Dino Days themed activities: \nDino DaysHere’s What Else is Happening in September\nSpecial Events:\nSeptember 7\nSeptember Sensory Friendly Hours\n1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  \nSeptember 16\nMessy Member Morning\n9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nStart your day with some sensory fun at our Messy Member Morning! Kids can dig in and get creative with our kinetic kiddy pool\, where tubs of squishy\, moldable kinetic sand invite little hands to squish\, sculpt\, and explore.   \nAll Month Long: \nPuppet Show (Wednesdays and Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.)\nSeptember Show: Circus of the Stars: Step right up for Circus of the Stars! When the ringmaster catches a cold\, Bobo the clown is thrown into the spotlight and must lead the whole show!  \nScience Show (Every Day 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)   \nJoin us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments.  \nStory Time (Sundays at 1:30 p.m.) \n Join us for story time as we read some of our favorites:  \n\nHow Do Dinosaurs Go to School? by Jan Yolen\nWhen Dinosaurs came with Everything by Elise Broach\nHow do Dinosaurs say Good Night? by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague\nI’m Sure I Saw a Dinosaur by Jeanne Willis\nGoldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs by Mo Willems \n\nBig Fun (Every Day 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.)  \nBig Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults are invited to move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party!      \n  \nGet Museum Admission
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/september-events/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:Dino Days
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.     \nSeptember Theme: Dino Days: Stomp\, chomp and roar into a month of prehistoric fun! This September\, we’re going back in time to explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs. Each week\, young dino lovers will dig into hands on activities and creative crafts. Join us as we learn about dinosaurs and what makes them dino-mite!  \nSpecial Programs (1:30 p.m.)\nJoin us for fun themed activities during the week all month long.   \nSeptember 1 – 8: Feasts for Beasts: Chomp into this program\, where kids will discover what different dinosaurs ate. Learn the difference between herbivores\, carnivores\, and omnivores! Put your knowledge to the test in a hands-on food-sorting game to match the dinos with their prehistoric snacks!  \nSeptember 9 – 15: Junior Paleontologist: Grab your tools and get ready to dig! In this hands-on adventure kids will step into the shoes of real paleontologists. Help dig through dirt and uncover hidden dinosaur toys\, then make your very own fossil impression to take home!  \nSeptember 16 – 22: Dino Defenses: Stretch and stomp! In this active program\, kids will explore how dinosaurs defend themselves through fun\, dinosaur inspired yoga moves. Each pose teaches a different defense while helping little paleontologists build strength and balance!  \nSeptember 23 – 30: Soar and Roar: Fly high with prehistoric creatures in the sky! Kids will learn about flying dinosaurs just like the mighty pterodactyl- what they looked like\, how they flew and what made them different from other dinos. Then create your very own pterodactyl puppet!  \nGet Museum Admission
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/dino-days/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:Countdown to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Let the Countdown to Kindergarten Begin!\nHelp your child launch into their future at Countdown to Kindergarten\, a FREE family event dedicated to helping rising Kindergarteners prepare for their first day of school! \nEvent Details:\nTitle: Countdown to Kindergarten: To Kindergarten and Beyond\nDate: Friday\, August 15\, 2025\nTime: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nActivities: \n\nVisit and take pictures with community helpers\, heroes\, and some friendly local mascots!\nCheck off on kindergarten readiness skills as you complete your Passport to Kindergarten!\nJoin us for a special story time and take home your own free book!\nTour a real school bus and learn about bus safety!\nLearn about local offerings and community resources for the whole family!\nCome see Theresa & Tony – our ventriloquist duo – for an engaging performance with back-to-school tips!\n\nRegister Here Get Museum Admission
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/countdown-to-kindergarten-2/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:Back to School with Pete
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.    \nBack to School with Pete: This month\, we are preparing to go back to school as we explore science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math through hands-on fun! Each activity is designed to spark curiosity and build key skills to help kids gear up for back-to-school success with a special guest\, Pete the Cat! Join us everyday at 4:15 p.m. for a Pete the Cat inspired Back-to-School Big Fun. \n Special Programs – Every Day at 1:30 p.m.\nJoin us for fun themed activities during the week all month long.   \nAugust 1 – 11: Math Magic: Make math appear like magic! Kids will explore hidden numbers\, shapes\, and patterns using white crayons and watercolor paints. As they brush color over the paper\, math problems and geometric designs are revealed before their eyes!  \nAugust 12 – 18: Silly Sensory: Things are about to get silly! Kids will explore textures and colors as they create their own sensory bags to squish and squeeze. This hands-on activity is perfect for building fine motor skills in a calming\, playful way.   \nAugust 19 – 25: Tech Time: Ever wonder what’s inside your favorite gadgets? Children will become mini engineers as they safely disassemble old electronics to explore the parts and pieces that make them work. This hands-on activity sparks curiosity and offers a fascinating peek into the world of technology!  \nAugust 26 – 31: Shear Genius: Get ready to snip\, clip\, and cut with confidence! We’ll read Scissors on Strike by Jenifer Jones and learn all about safe scissor skills. Then\, children will practice their cutting techniques on a variety of materials like play dough\, slime\, and toilet paper rolls.  \nGet Museum Admission
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/back-to-school-with-pete/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:August Events
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.    \nBack to School with Pete: This month\, we are preparing to go back to school as we explore science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math through hands-on fun! Each activity is designed to spark curiosity and build key skills to help kids gear up for back-to-school success with a special guest\, Pete the Cat! Join us everyday at 4:15 p.m. for a Pete the Cat inspired Back-to-School Big Fun. \nClick here to view our Back to School with Pete themed activities: \nBack to School with PeteHere’s What Else is Happening in August\nSpecial Programs\nAugust 3\n1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nJoin us during our Sensory Friendly Hours.  \nAugust 3\nInternational Friendship Day\nCelebrate the beauty of friendship around the world! We’ll read It’s a Small World by Richard and Robert Sherman during our 1:30 p.m. story time. Explore how kindness and connection bring people together across cultures. Then\, children can head to the art table to create a special card for a friend- because friendship is something worth sharing everywhere!  \nAugust 15\nCountdown to Kindergarten\n4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.\nHelp your child launch into their future at Countdown to Kindergarten\, a FREE family event dedicated to helping rising Kindergarteners prepare for their first day of school!  \nAugust 19\nMessy Member Morning – Pendulum Painting\nDuring Member Hour: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nSwing into creativity with a colorful twist! In this Messy Member Morning\, we’ll explore motion and art by creating stunning pendulum paintings. Experiment with gravity and rhythm as you bring your art work to life!   \nAll Month Long\nPuppet Show\nWednesdays and Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.\nAugust Show: Circus of the Stars: Step right up for Circus of the Stars! When the ringmaster catches a cold\, Bobo the clown is thrown into the spotlight and must lead the whole show!  \nScience Show\nEvery Day 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.\nJoin us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments.  \nStory Time\nSundays at 3:30 p.m.\nJoin us for story time as we read some of our favorites:  \n\nHow Do Dinosaurs Go to School? by Jan Yolen \nChicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin\, Jr. \nThe Pout-Pout Fish Goes to School by Deborah Diesen \nThe Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn \n\nBig Fun with Pete the Cat\nEvery Day 11:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.\nBig Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults are invited to move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party – plus\, don’t miss a special appearance by Pete the Cat at each show!    \nGet Museum Admission
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/august-events/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:Under the Sea
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.    \n Theme: Under the Sea\nGet ready to dive deep into discovery with an Under the Sea month\, a journey through the seas and the fascinating life within. Each week we will explore a different aspect of the sea\, from the creatures that crawl along the ocean floor to the mysteries of the deep sea. Through movement\, engineering challenges and sensory exploration\, children will engage with themes of marine biology\, physical activity\, ocean science and imaginative play!   \nJuly 1 – 7: Crustacean Station: Join us this week to get moving like your favorite ocean crustaceans. In this movement challenge\, children will be imitating the movements of crabs\, lobsters\, shrimp\, and hermit crabs. This activity encourages physical activity and imagination to learn about these ocean animals.  \nJuly 8 – 14: Jawsome Sharks: Shark week! Join us for a jawsome engineering challenge where children will design and build their own boats\, then test to see if their boats can float to escape the jaws of the hungry sharks.  \nJuly 15 – 21: Deep Sea Divers: Explore the mysterious ocean depths by discovering different ocean layers with a density experiment. Children can then make their own sensory bottles to recreate the different colors\, textures and animals that live in each ocean layer.  \nJuly 22 – August 4: Kinetic Sandcastles: We are bringing the beach indoors this week! Join us as we make sandcastles inside and make seashell impressions to learn about different seashells and the animals that may have lived in them. 
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/under-the-sea/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
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SUMMARY:July Events
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.    \n Theme: Under the Sea: Get ready to dive deep into discovery with an Under the Sea month\, a journey through the seas and the fascinating life within. Each week we will explore a different aspect of the sea\, from the creatures that crawl along the ocean floor to the mysteries of the deep sea. Through movement\, engineering challenges and sensory exploration\, children will engage with themes of marine biology\, physical activity\, ocean science and imaginative play!   \n Special Programs (Every day at 1:30 p.m.) \nJoin us for fun themed activities during the week all month long.   \nJuly 1 – 7: Crustacean Station: Join us this week to get moving like your favorite ocean crustaceans. In this movement challenge\, children will be imitating the movements of crabs\, lobsters\, shrimp\, and hermit crabs. This activity encourages physical activity and imagination to learn about these ocean animals.  \nJuly 8 – 14: Jawsome Sharks: Shark week! Join us for a jawsome engineering challenge where children will design and build their own boats\, then test to see if their boats can float to escape the jaws of the hungry sharks.  \nJuly 15 – 21: Deep Sea Divers: Explore the mysterious ocean depths by discovering different ocean layers with a density experiment. Children can then make their own sensory bottles to recreate the different colors\, textures and animals that live in each ocean layer.  \nJuly 22 – 31: Kinetic Sandcastles: We are bringing the beach indoors this week! Join us as we make sandcastles inside and make seashell impressions to learn about different seashells and the animals that may have lived in them.  \nSpecial Programs  \nJuly 6 (1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)\nJoin us during our Sensory friendly hours  \nJuly 15 – Messy Member Morning: Tie-Dye Pillowcases\nDuring Member Hour: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nGet ready to mix\, twist\, and swirl! This Messy Member Morning is all about color and creativity as we design our very own tie-dye pillowcases. Members are invited to roll up their sleeves\, get a little messy\, and make a one-of-a-kind creation to take home.   \nAll Month Long \nPuppet Show (Wednesdays and Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.)\nJuly Show: Circus of the Stars: Step right up for Circus of the Stars! When the ringmaster catches a cold\, Bobo the clown is thrown into the spotlight and must lead the whole show!  \nScience Show (Every Day 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)   \nJoin us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments.  \nStory Time (Sundays at 1:30 p.m.) \n Join us for story time as we read some of our favorites:  \n\nRainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister \nThe Pout Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen \nWay Down Deep in the Deep Blue Sea by Jan Peck \nThere was an Old Lady who Swallowed a Shell! By Lucille Colandro \nOcean Lullaby by Laura McGee Kvasnosky \n\nBig Fun (Every Day 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.)  \nBig Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults are invited to move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party!     
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/july-events/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:Forecast: FUN
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Forecast: FUN: Dive into the wild\, wonderful\, and WACKY world of weather! From powerful hurricanes and booming lightning to colorful rainbows\, kids will explore the science behind some of Earth’s most fascinating natural phenomena. Join us for hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations as we learn how weather shapes our world! \nSpecial Programs (Every Day at 1:30 p.m.) \nJoin us for fun themed activities during the week all month long.   \nJune 1 – 9: Severe Weather Science: Let’s explore the science behind lightning and thunder! Kids will get hands-on with a Van de Graaff machine to see how static electricity works and discover what causes nature’s loudest booms.  \nJune 10 – 16: Hurricane Science: Dive into the swirling world of hurricanes as we create our very own storm in a bowl! Kids will learn how these powerful storms form and what makes them spin\, all through a fun hands-on experiment.   \nJune 17 – 23: Wild Winds: In this tornado engineering challenge\, kids will design and build structures with boxes – then put them to the test to see if they can stand strong against the winds. Can your building pass the test?  \nJune 24 – 30: Sun Science: Discovery the sunny side of science as we explore how rainbows are made! Kids will learn about light and color\, create their own rainbow\, and make a beautiful suncatcher craft to take home and brighten any window! 
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/forecast-fun/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:June Events
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission.   \nFor more information visit rockingham.discoveryplacekids.org.      \n Theme: Forecast: FUN: Dive into the wild and wonderful world of weather! From powerful hurricanes and booming lightning to colorful rainbows\, kids will explore the science behind some of Earth’s most fascinating natural phenomena. Join us for hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations as we learn how weather shapes our world!   \n Special Programs (Every Day at 1:30 p.m.) \nJoin us for fun themed activities during the week all month long.   \nJune 1 – 9: Severe Weather Science: Let’s explore the science behind lightning and thunder! Kids will get hands-on with a Van de Graaff machine to see how static electricity works and discover what causes nature’s loudest booms.  \nJune 10 – 16: Hurricane Science: Dive into the swirling world of hurricanes as we create our very own storm in a bowl! Kids will learn how these powerful storms form and what makes them spin\, all through a fun hands-on experiment.   \nJune 17 – 23: Wild Winds: In this tornado engineering challenge\, kids will design and build structures with boxes – then put them to the test to see if they can stand strong against the winds. Can your building pass the test?  \nJune 24 – 30: Sun Science: Discovery the sunny side of science as we explore how rainbows are made! Kids will learn about light and color\, create their own rainbow\, and make a beautiful suncatcher craft to take home and brighten any window!  \nSpecial Events and Activities \nJune 15: Father’s Day (self-guided activity)  \nMake your way to the Art Studio to craft a special Father’s Day card! Celebrate the amazing dads and caregivers in your life with a handmade card filled with love and creativity.   \nJune 11: World Day of Play!   \nOn World Day of Play\, kids’ ideas come to life through play! Join us in our Age Up Tables to use your imagination to transform urban spaces into a more playful world with different Lego Challenges! World Day of Play raises awareness about how play is central to every child’s development and well-being. Check out more info here!     \nJune 17: Monthly Member Hour  \nDuring Member Hour: 9:30 am – 10:30 am  \nJoin us for our whimsical weather member hour as we read Little Cloud by Eric Carle. After the reading\, children will craft their very own “cloud finders”- special tools to help them spot clouds in the sky!  \nAll Month Long \nPuppet Show (Wednesday and Saturdays at 3:30pm)  \nJune Show: Pangea’s Got Talent: Pangea’s Got Talent is a prehistoric talent show where dinosaurs from all corners of the ancient world showcase their unique skills and abilities! Watch as our favorite dinos display their mind-blowing tricks in this fun-filled\, dino-packed extravaganza. Who will win the title of Pangea’s ultimate talent? Tune in to find out!   \nScience Show (Every Day 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)    \nJoin us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments.  \nStory Time (Sundays at 1:30 p.m.)   \n Join us for story time as we read some of our favorites:  \nWhen the Wind Stops by Charlotte Zolotow  \nA Rainbow of My Own by Don Freeman  \nDrop: An Adventure Through the Water Cycle by Emily Kate Moon  \nSpinning Wind and Water: Hurricanes by Belinda Jensen  \nBig Fun (Every Day 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.)    \nBig Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults are invited to move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party!  
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/june-events/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Magical Morning of STEM and Holiday Spirit at Discovery Place Kids!\nDate: Saturday\, December 14\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. \nA Once-in-a-Winter Experience!\nGet ready for an extraordinary morning where science meets holiday magic! Your little ones will have an intimate\, uncrowded opportunity to meet Santa and the royal Frozen sisters\, Elsa and Anna\, while exploring the wonders of winter science. \nThis exclusive experience means no long lines and plenty of magical moments with our special guests! \nMagical Activities Await\n\nRoyal Winter Science Show: Join Elsa and Anna as they help our educators demonstrate the fascinating science of snow and ice formation. Watch in wonder as they show off some “cool” experiments!\nSanta’s STEM Workshop:\n\nCreate sparkly ornaments with guidance from Santa himself\nDecorate cookies alongside Mrs. Claus in her cozy kitchen\nSpecial one-on-one time to share your holiday wishes with Santa\nCapture perfect holiday photos without the usual mall crowds\n\n\nFrozen Dance Party: Put your snowflakes in the air at an exclusive dance celebration with Elsa and Anna! Learn their signature moves and sing along to your favorite winter tunes.\nStory Time & Science: Cozy up as Mrs. Claus shares heartwarming stories while our educators sprinkle in fascinating winter science facts.\n\nTickets Include:\n\nPhoto opportunities with all characters\nAll hands-on STEM activities and experiments\nFull-day of Museum Admission\nTake-home crafts\nHot cocoa and cookie decorating\n\nPricing:\n\nMembers: $6.95\nWelcome EBT: $9.95\nNon-Members: $14.95\n\nSpace is limited to ensure every child gets quality time with our special guests. These magical moments will melt away quickly – reserve your spot(s) today! \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/winter-wonderland-workshop/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20241210T200418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T164851Z
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SUMMARY:December Events and Activities
DESCRIPTION:December’s Theme: Holidays Around The World\nLearn how children around the world celebrate December holidays. Participate in activities that celebrate Kwanzaa\, Hanukkah and Christmas.      \nSpecial Programs (Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.) \nJoin us for fun themed activities all month long. Special activities\, times and locations are subject to change.  \nDecember 1–9: Hanukkah: Hanukkah is the Jewish Festival of Lights and lasts eight days. The Hebrew word Hanukkah means “dedication.” Guests will learn about the eight days of light by listening to the book Hanukkah Hop by Erica Silverman and discussing facts about Hanukkah. Then learn how to play dreidel with their caregivers.  \nDecember 10–15: Kwanzaa: The word Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili language and means “first fruits.”  Stop by the Blue Room as we learn more about the holiday that was established to help African Americans remember and celebrate their heritage. After hearing our story about Kwanzaa\, you will create your own kinara and learn about the principles it represents.    \nDecember 15–23: Oh Christmas Tree\, Oh Christmas Tree! Join us at the Sandhills Stage to learn about the origin of the Christmas Tree. Afterwards\, participate in a STEM activity as we create an unusual Christmas Tree together.     \nDecember 26–Jan 1: The Mitten: Join us on the Sandhills Stage for an interactive reading of The Mitten by Jan Brett.     \nSpecial Events  \nDecember 14: Winter Workshop: During the hours of 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.\, guests are invited to join Discovery Place Kids – Rockingham as we turn the Museum into a Winter Wonderland Workshop. Tickets are required for all guests to enter\, and include full day admission to the Museum\, workshop activities including an ornament making station\, cookie decorating\, letters to Santa and a photo opportunity with Santa and our favorite ice princesses – Elsa and Anna!  \nDecember 31: New Year at Noon:  Three\, two\, one…Happy New Year!  The Museum will open at 10:00 a.m. today to prepare for the big event. Stations will be set up throughout the Museum to create noise makers and decorations until 11:45 a.m. Then\, we’ll all meet at the Sandhills Stage for the Big Fun Dance party and countdown to the Big Balloon Drop!   \nDaily Shows \nDaily shows are subject to change at any time.  \nPuppet Show (1:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays)   \nSammy the Squirrel: Sammy the squirrel and his woodland friends get together to celebrate the holiday season!  \nScience Show (10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)     \nScience shows this month will revolve around the season and the cold winter weather. Let’s make ice crystals\, freeze a flask\, make a cold pack and more!  \nStory Time (1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Sundays)   \n\nThe Hanukkah Hop by Erica Silverman\nMy First Kwanzaa by Karen Katz\nThe Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett\nBear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson\nOlive\, the Other Reindeer by J.Otto Seibold & Vivan Walsh\nA World of Cookies for Santa by M.E. Furman\n\nBig Fun (11:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.)    \nWarm up on the dance floor while singing and dancing to some of our favorite tunes!  \n 
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/december-events-and-activities/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T203422Z
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SUMMARY:November Events & Activities
DESCRIPTION:*All activities are free with Museum admission* \nNovember’s Theme: Farm Fresh\nJoin us at Discovery Place Kids for a barnyard bonanza! \nThis month\, we’re exploring farm animals—sheep\, cows and roosters. Discover what they eat and how they help us\, plus enjoy fun facts that will make you smile! \nDaily Shows\nDaily shows are subject to change at any time.\nScience Show: 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.\nBig Fun: 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.\nStory Time: Tuesdays & Sundays at 1:30 p.m.\nPuppet Show: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. \nWeekly Activities\nNovember 4–10: Churn Baby Churn\nCome and have fun learning all about cows and dairy products while making butter! We’ll start with Karma Wilson’s hilarious tale of farm antics\, “The Cow Eats Cookies. ” \nNovember 11–17: Life of an Egg\nDiscover the magic of life as we learn about the fascinating life cycle of an egg. Beforehand\, we’ll read about the egg-tastic life cycle craft in “How Does an Egg Hatch?” by Eric Carle. \nNovember 18-24: Animal Babies\nGet ready to meet the cutest crew at Sandhills Stage\, starting with a dive into farm life with “Down on the Barn” by Will Hillenbrand. Afterward\, join a farm-tastic adventure matching baby animals to their mothers. \nNovember 26-30 Turkey’s in Disguise\nJoin us for a fun reading of “Turkey Troubles” during the week of Thanksgiving. We must help disguise turkeys so they don’t end up as dinner! \nFeatured Experiences\nPuppet Show\nSammy the Squirrels Special Day: Join Sammy the Squirrel for a holiday adventure! \nScience Show\nFrom cows to chickens and milk to hay\, there’s no telling what will be in store for November in our science lab. \nStory Time\nFeatured Stories include: \n\nThe Cow Eats Cookies by Karma Wilson\nHow Does an Egg Hatch? by Eric Carle\nDown on the Barn by Will Hillenbrand\nGiggle\, Giggle\, Quack by Doreen Cronin\nTurkey Trouble by Lee Harper\nPigs by Robert Munsch\n\nBig Fun\nWear your dancing shoes and join our daily dance party\, where families groove to three favorite songs and mimic farm animals! \nPLAN YOUR NEXT VISIT
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/november-events-activities/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240930T202015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T131149Z
UID:9518-1727740800-1730419199@dpkidsrockingham.org
SUMMARY:October Events & Activities
DESCRIPTION:All Museum events and activities are free with admission. \nOctober’s Theme: Creepy Crawlers 🕸️\nJoin us this month for a bug-tastic adventure! We’re exploring bugs of all kinds—from the creepy-crawly to the nature helpers. It will be a fall-tastic time you won’t want to miss! \nSpecial Programs (Select Days – 1:30 p.m.)\n\nOctober 1-6: Ugly Buglies\nAll bugs are unique\, just like us! Join us for a reading of “The Bugliest Bug” by Carol Diggery Shields in The Studio. Learn about bug parts and create your own Ugly Buglies using recyclable materials. \n\n\nOctober 8-13: Nature’s Camouflage\nDiscover nature’s hide-and-seek game! We’ll read “Where in the Wild?” by David M. Schwartz and Yael Schy\, then play hide and seek with nature’s best masters of disguise. \n\n\nOctober 15-20: Nature’s Helpers\nLearn about bugs as nature’s tiny superheroes! After reading “The Very Greedy Bee” by Steve Smallman\, participate in a pollination activity to see how bees help nature. \n\n\nOctober 22-28: Creepy Crawlers\nSpin some spider magic! We’ll read “I’m Trying to Love Spiders” by Bethany Barton and create our spiders in The Studio. \n\nSpecial Activities\n\nAll Month – Wizards at Work: Create mystical potions in the lab using chemicals and spooky science.\nOctober 31 – Halloween Everywhere: Enjoy spooky STEM activities\, find skeleton parts in the DPKR Graveyard\, design your mask and more!\n\nSpecial Events\n\nOctober 31: Halloween Spooktacular (4 p.m. to 6 p.m.)\nJoin us in front of the Museum for candy and Halloween wishes as part of the Downtown Rockingham Spooktacular. \n\nRegular Activities\n\nPuppet Show: “Three Little Pigs” – An un-traditional spin on a traditional story (1:30 p.m. Wednesdays & Saturdays)\nScience Show: Fall science at the Science Lab (10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily)\nStory Time: Featuring books about spiders\, fall and Halloween (1:30 p.m. Tuesdays & Sundays)\nBig Fun: Daily dance party with our favorite songs (11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.)\n\nPut on your dancing shoes and join us for a month full of buggy fun and fall festivities! \nPLAN YOUR VISIT
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/october-events-activities/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240829T174441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T174441Z
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SUMMARY:September Events & Activities
DESCRIPTION:All events and activities are free with admission! \nSeptember’s Theme: Discovery Family Togetherness\nJoin us at Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham for a month of fun and connection as we discover the joy of being together as a family! \nThroughout the month\, we will explore the importance of family bonds through interactive story times\, creative crafts and engaging games. Each activity is designed to encourage meaningful moments and spark ideas for quality time families can enjoy at the Museum and at home! \nSeptember 1-8: S’more to Explore \n\nActivity: Campfire chemistry\, making and eating s’mores\n\nSeptember 10-15: Pete’s A Pizza \n\nStory: “Pete’s A Pizza” by William Steig\nActivity: Pizza crafts\, take-home pizza recipe\n\nSeptember 17-22: Game On! \n\nStory: “Nelly Gnu and Daddy\, Too” by Anna Dewdney\nActivity: Classic and new family games\n\nSeptember 24-30: Exploring Together \n\nStory: “Families” by Shelley Rotner\nActivity: Family tree craft\n\nSpecial Days:\nSeptember 6: National Read a Book Day \n\nStory Time at Sandhills Stage\, 1:30 p.m.\n\nSeptember 8: Grandparents Day \n\nActivity: Make homemade cards in the art studio\n\nSeptember 26: Johnny Appleseed Day \n\nStory: “Johnny Appleseed” by Jodie Shepherd\nActivity: Apple-themed crafts\n\nAll Month Long:\nPuppet Show: “Circus of the Stars” \nScience Show (Daily\, 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.) \n\nScience experiments at the Science Lab\n\nStory Time (Sundays\, 1:30 p.m.) Featured books: \n\n“The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn\n“We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” by Michael Rosen\n“Porcupining” by Lisa Wheeler\n“Are You My Mother?” by P.D. Eastman\n\nBig Fun (Daily\, 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.) \n\nInteractive dance party\n\n 
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/september-events-activities/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240521T162057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T134051Z
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SUMMARY:Free Military Appreciation Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Place will offer complimentary entry to two museums during Labor Day weekend\, August 30 – September 2\, courtesy of USAA. Click the link to redeem admission and for more details. \nFREE Admission up to 4 guests
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/military-appreciation-weekend/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240801T183507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T183507Z
UID:9487-1724173200-1724180400@dpkidsrockingham.org
SUMMARY:Countdown to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an exciting evening of learning and exploration as we prepare your child for their big step into kindergarten! \nJoin us at Discovery Place Kids–Rockingham for our annual Countdown to Kindergarten FREE community-wide event. \nDate: August 20\, 2024\nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Discovery Place Kids–Rockingham\nPrice: FREE for rising kindergarteners and their families \nOur Countdown to Kindergarten event helps to make your child’s transition to school fun and exciting. Upon arrival\, each future kindergartener will receive a special “Kindergarten Passport” to guide them through ten engaging activity stations that include: \n\nWriting their name\nTracing letters and shapes\nPracticing counting skills\nCreating artwork\nLearning about school transportation\nExploring their likes and dislikes\nSetting goals for kindergarten\n\nEach completed station will be marked in their passport\, creating a memorable keepsake of the evening. \nWhat Else to Expect \n\nInteractive learning stations focusing on essential kindergarten skills\nPhoto booth to capture this special milestone\nDemonstration of a healthy snack\nDental hygiene presentation\nTour of a real school bus\nInformation tables from local organizations supporting early childhood education\n\nThis event is an excellent opportunity for parents to learn about local resources and connect with other families and community partners. We’re proud to partner with Richmond County Partnership for Children\, Leath Library and 4H\, participating community organizations providing valuable resources for rising kindergarteners in the county. \nDon’t miss this chance to kickstart your child’s educational journey in a fun\, supportive environment. We look forward to seeing you at Countdown to Kindergarten!
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/countdown-to-kindergarten/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240730T200017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T132834Z
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SUMMARY:Bright Futures Ahead in August
DESCRIPTION:The future is bright at Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham!\nWe’re preparing for back-to-school all month with crafts\, stories and interactive programs that sharpen children’s learning skills. Join us for fun themed activities throughout the week. \nSpecial Programs (Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.) \n\nAugust 6 and 8: Learning Letters: Join us for a reading of “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” by Bill Martin Jr\, followed by crafts that enhance little guest’s letter recognition and fine motor skills!\nAugust 13 and 15: Cutting Skills: We will go over scissor safety and practice cutting lines\, zig-zags\, and waves as we sharpen our snipping skills. Your little learner will go to school with cutting confidence!\nAugust 20 and 22: Full STEAM Ahead: Learn the colors of the rainbow as we combine STEM and Art to make a rainbow! Using salt and glue\, we will create a chemical reaction and form a colorful abstract art piece.\nAugust 27 and 29: Silly Sensory: This week\, discover your senses as we use our fingers\, eyes and noses to create a silly sensory bag!\n\nPuppet Show (Wednesdays and Fridays at 3:30 p.m.)\nCome see the fun-tastic show “Circus of the Stars” back by popular demand. \nScience Show (Daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)\nJoin us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments. \nStory Time (Sundays at 1:30 p.m.)\nJoin us for story time as we read some of our favorites: \n\n“Pout Pout Fish Goes to School” by Deborah Diesen\n“ABC Mindful Me” by Christiane Engel\n“Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” by Bill Martin Jr.\n\nBig Fun (Daily ay 11:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.)\nBig Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults can move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party! \nThese experiences are included in Museum Admission.  \nGET MUSEUM ADMISSION
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/bright-futures-ahead-in-august/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240626T151744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T151916Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering Dinosaurs in July!
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a prehistoric adventure where we’ll learn all about dinosaurs through exciting lessons and fun activities. Get ready to dig up fossils and disco-like dinos and create dino-mite crafts as we explore the fascinating world of these ancient creatures!\nJoin us for fun-themed activities all month long during the week. \nJuly 2–8: Feasts for Beasts: After listening to “Can I Have a Stegosaurus\, Mom?” We will explore the difference between carnivores\, herbivores\, and omnivores. What did your favorite dinosaur like to snack on? Let’s find out! \nJuly 9–15: Junior Paleontologist: Become a junior paleontologist and dig into the fascinating world of fossils! We will learn about fossilization and get hands-on experience digging up dinosaur bones. \nJuly 16–22: Disco with the Dinos: Join us for a reading of “Saturday Night at the Dinosaur Stomp.” Afterward\, we will explore the size of dinosaurs and how they move around. Bring your boogie shoes to this dinosaur disco! \nJuly 23–July 31: How do Dinosaurs Go to School? Hear the story “How do Dinosaurs go to School?” and create your dinosaur craft to take home! \nAll Month Long \n\nDino Hunt: 10 of our dinosaur friends have escaped and are hiding around the Museum! Can you complete this digital scavenger hunt and find them all?\nJurassic Jeopardy: Test your Dinosaur knowledge with our trivia questions throughout the Museum.\n\nPuppet Show (1:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays)\nPangea’s Got Talent: Donny the Deinosuchus is your host for Pangea’s Got Talent! See our dinosaur friends show off their talents in this fun talent show! \nScience Show (10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)\nJoin us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments. \nStory Time (1:30 p.m. Sundays)\nJoin us for story time as we read some of our favorites: \n\nWhen Dinosaurs Came with Everything by Elise Broach\nHow do Dinosaurs say Good Night? by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague\nI’m Sure I Saw a Dinosaur by Jeanne Willis\nGoldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs by Mo Willems\n\nBig Fun (11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.)\nBig Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults can move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party! \nThese experiences are included in Museum Admission. \nGET MUSEUM ADMISSION\nULTIMATE DINOSAURS IN CHARLOTTE
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/discovering-dinosaurs-in-july/
LOCATION:Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham\, 233 E. Washington St\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240401T150814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T203734Z
UID:9364-1713002400-1713025800@dpkidsrockingham.org
SUMMARY:Our Renovated Museum Opens April 13!
DESCRIPTION:After 11 years as part of the Rockingham community and serving more than 300\,000 guests\, we are thrilled to start the next chapter for Discovery Place Kids—Rockingham. With these significant improvements\, we’re welcoming the next generation of young learners while providing a destination for visitors to the Rockingham area.
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/our-renovated-museum-opens-april-13/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414
DTSTAMP:20260404T102720
CREATED:20240408T150952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T133736Z
UID:9395-1712966400-1744588799@dpkidsrockingham.org
SUMMARY:New Discount for Richmond County
DESCRIPTION:As a sign of support and thanks to the community\, we’re announcing new ticket pricing for Richmond County residents as part of the Museum’s reopening! \nWe invite you to explore our new exhibits\, which include a climbing structure spanning two levels and four new science research stations. In addition to new exhibits\, some of the Museum’s “greatest hits” have been upgraded\, including the Gizmotron\, which is now the Rockingham Quarry\, a new racetrack in Speed Shop\, and the canoe at the tree house has been replaced with an interactive kayak rowing experience.
URL:https://dpkidsrockingham.org/event/new-discount-for-richmond-county/
LOCATION:NC
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