Non-Profit OrgU.S. Postage

PAIDErie, PA

Permit No. 515

www.eriechildrensmuseum.org Vol. 16 • Issue 2 • Summer 2011

Special & ExperiencesEvents

ExpeRIence Carnival DaySaturday, July 23rd 10am-4pm This event will offer families an opportunity for some summer fun and activities. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Set sail and stiffen your sea legs with Pirate activities and high-sea adventures! Discover a treasure chest of special activities – and even learn some pirate lingo. Meet live pirate characters and pose for photos. Come dressed in costume if you’d like.

ExpeRIence FIRE TRUCKSSaturday, August 13th 10am-4pmIn addition to exploring the interesting world of fire trucks, guests have the opportunity to interact with real firefighters from the City of Erie! Learn interesting facts about firefighters and fire trucks, and participate in themed activities.

REGULAR ADMISSION PRICE applies to above events. FREE to members! Coupons, passes, and vouchers not valid for Special Events and Experiences

“Ahoy, matey!”

PIRATE ExpeRIenceSaturday, June 25th 10am-4pm

ExpeRIence WELLSVILLE: Get Fit & Have Fun!Saturday, October 8th 10am-4pm Celebrate National Child Health Week when Wellsville returns to the Museum! Meet the team from the Wellsville TV Show on Fox 66! Come play and learn ways to feel healthy, be active and eat well. The Wellsville team will lead family activities, face painting and games.

And, we’ll have an actual f ire truck or two here!

Parents and children are invited for

a story and hands-on activity related

to a different theme each week.

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Toddler STORYtimeevery Thursday at 10:30am

Check our website for story themes:

eriechildrensmuseum.org

SUMMER STORYTIME TOPICS include bugs, insects, Father’s Day, flowers, animals and many more!

Camp HopeFor children ages 4-10 who have lost a parent or sibling.

Helping your child grieve for a lost loved one can be very complicated. The team with Camp Hope wants to show children different ways they can cope with grief and yet still be kids and have fun during this camp. Each session will be filled with activities to memorialize the child’s loved one, identify healthy ways to cope with loss, participate in a community service project and most importantly, make friends with other children who have been through a similar situation.

This FREE CAMP is made possible thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Melissa Morrison and the Penn State Behrend chapter of the Theta Phi Alpha sorority, in honor of Melissa’s late husband E.J. Morrison.

Please call the Museum now to register at 814-453-3743.The camp is free - however, space is very limited.

Fridays (at the Museum) 9am-Noon July 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th Family Fun Day

(off-site)

Saturday, July 30thCall: 814-453-3743

to register.

B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S

PresidentJ.W. Alberstadt

Vice-PresidentMark Raimy

TreasurerRyan Brosius, CPA, CVA

SecretaryBrenda Sandberg

Pierre BelliciniScott Beilharz

John BongiovanniJill Crable

Neal Delvin, Esq.Jeffrey Johnson

James W. Martin, CFREJohn Mizner, Esq.

Ray SchreckengostJenny Weigold

M U S E U M S T A F F

Executive DirectorTami Netkowicz

Museum ManagerMary Kay Williams

Program and Administrative Assistant

Abby Dinges

Gallery ManagerMarlene Martin

Education CoordinatorKatie Louis

EducatorsRebecca Boorady

Theresa Tonelli

Front Desk ReceptionistsRobert Baumann

Kasey Jerioski Hannah Williams

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Support Your Museum …

… and leave a Handprint in Time!

Please Print and check boxes for your preferences.

Tile Registration Include this form with payment to reserve your child’s time TO PAINT A TILE.

Upon receipt, an ECM Staff member will contact you to schedule an appointment.

Make check payabLe to ecM and MaiL to:expeRIence Children’s Museum

420 French Street, erie, PA 16507

PAReNT CONTACT INFORMATIONParent/Guardian Name Mr. Mrs. Ms. Atty. Dr. ________ First name ____________ Last name __________________________

Address _________________________________ City ______________ State ____ Zip ______

Phone ______________________________ Email ___________________________________

PAYMeNT Mastercard Visa Discover Check Cash

Card # ________________________________________________ Expiration date ___________

RESERVE YOUR HANDPRINTS IN TIME

No. of Tiles _________ X $100 each = $ _______________

No. of FAMILY Tiles ________ X $85 each = $ _______________(Three or more)

Your tax-deductible donation is appreciated.

Please Print and check boxes for your preferences.

~ Fa M i Ly S p e c i a L ~Buy three or more tiles and save 15% per tile! Your family’s tiles will be located together. Tiles must be painted at the same time to be eligible for discount.

For a $100 donation, your child can design a unique 6” x 6” ceramic tile that will become a permanent part of expERIEnce Children’s Museum!

Your tax-deductible gift supports the expERIEnce Children’s Museum and helps us continue providing unforgettable learning experiences for Erie’s children and families. Tiles are limited, so ask how you can get yours today.

Ages 4-10Classes provide children the chance to explore the

world around them by getting their hands busy with

science and art related topics. Each explore and expeRIence class consists of mini-lessons based on the theme,

hands-on activities, and a story.Pre-Registration is required. Register by calling 453-3743.

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The World of Rainforests Tues. thru Fri. July 12th-15th 1pm-2:30pm Come explore the world of rainforests! Children will learn about what animals and plants live in the different parts of the rainforest, interesting facts, and why the rainforests are important and how to help save them.$36 for members – $45 for non-members

Art Textures Tues. and Thurs. July 19th, 21st, 26th, 28th 9am-10:30am Children will discover the various medias of art, including clay, paint, print, and foil cutting. They will make something special in each media to take home.$36 for members – $45 for non-members

Ocean Adventures Wed. and Fri. July 20th, 22nd, 27th, 29th 1pm-2:30pmWhy do we need to protect the ocean? Find out about this and other interesting facts about the ocean, including what animals and plants live in the ocean and ocean floor.$36 for members $45 for non-members

All About Dinosaurs Tues. thru Fri. July 12th-15th 9am-10:30amWhat is a dinosaur and why were they important? Where did they live? Come learn about the different types of dinosaurs, what they ate, and what caused the dinosaurs to become extinct. $36 for members $45 for non-members

homemade pretzels!

Totally Tie-Dye Tues. August 2nd 10am-noon Bring in a T-shirt or pillowase to tie dye. The children’s faces will light up when they remove that first rubber band and see their creation! $12 for members $15 for non-members

LEGO/K’Nex Tues. August16th 1pm-3pmCome build and play with Legos and K’Nex, learn a bit of the history behind them, build a bridge and learn about engineering! $12 for members $15 for non-members

Kickoff to Kindergarten Thurs. August 18th or Tues. August 23rd 10am-noonTransitioning into kindergarten can be challenging for some children. We can help by teaching them about bus safety with a real school bus, forming lines, listening, folllowing directions, and other fun and useful activities for their first day! NOTE: This class is only for children entering kindergarten.$12 for members – $15 for non-members

Kitchen Chemistry Wed. August 17th 1pm-3pmChildren will have the opportunity to learn why bread rises and see what everyday kitchen items can do. You will also have the chance to make your very own homemade pretzels.$12 for members $15 for non-members

Explore and expERIEnce…

summerClasses

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Please Print and check boxes for your preferences.

Class Registration Include this form with payment to reserve your spot in our class.

Upon receipt, an ECM Staff member will contact you to finalize your reservation.

Make check payabLe to ecM and MaiL to:expeRIence Children’s Museum

420 French Street, erie, PA 16507

PAReNT CONTACT INFORMATIONAdult #1 Mr. Mrs. Ms. Atty. Dr. ________ First name ____________ Last name __________________________Adult #2 Mr. Mrs. Ms. Atty. Dr. ________ First name ____________ Last name __________________________

Address _________________________________ City ______________ State ____ Zip ______

Phone ______________________________ Email ___________________________________

Museum Member? Yes No Membership Expiration Date _____________________________

PAYMeNT Mastercard Visa Discover Check Cash

Card # ________________________________________________ Expiration date ___________

TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES _____________

TOTAL $ _____________

CHILD #1

Name ____________________________ Age ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Number of Classes ________________________

CHILD #2

Name ____________________________ Age ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Number of Classes ________________________

Please Print and check boxes for your preferences.

Classes provide children the chance to explore the world around them by getting their hands busy with science and art related topics. Each explore and expeRIence class consists of mini-lessons based on the theme, hands-on activities, and a story.

Pre-Registration is required. Register by calling 453-3743.

CHILD #3

Name ____________________________ Age ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Class Name _________________________ Date ______

Number of Classes ________________________

Reservations are required. Limited spaces are available. – • –

Please make reservations at least 3 days in advance. Minimum of 5 kids required to hold the class.

if classes need to be canceled due to lack of enrollment, you will be refunded any deposits made.

if you are registered for a class and must cancel for any reason, there will be a $2 processing fee assessed.

Explore and expERIEnce…summerRegistration

Erie native Bob Sanders showed his support for the Erie community and the expERIEnce Children’s Museum once again this year. With a generous donation from the Chasing Dreams Foundation, the Museum was able to hold free admission on Saturday, February 26. Over 600 people took advantage of this great opportunity. Visitors enjoyed everything the Museum has to offer, special activities, and were treated to light refreshments.

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r • e • c • e • n • t expeRIencesBob Sanders DAY

Breakfast with … the Easter Bunny!There were five sell-out breakfasts this year! Families in attendance were treated to a hot breakfast, a visit with the Easter Bunny, an “egg”citing egg hunt and special entertainment on our expERIEnce stage.

Thanks to our Easter Bunny Donors: Catering on Parade, The Pufferbelly, McDonald’s, Starbucks,

Tim Hortons, Mighty Fine Donuts, Krispy Kreme, Eat’n Park,

H & K Do Nut Shop, Chick-fil-A, and Tops Market

Thanks to our Easter Bunny Sponsors: Jeff A. Connelly, Esq., LLC; Gabriel Oros, Esq.; Jason Owen, Esq.; Pagliari Family, Bill Weichler, Esq., and Greg and Kelly Zimmerman

expeRIence TRAINS

Erie Playhouse, Erie Philharmonic, Lake Erie Ballet, Dafmark Dance Theater, and

Lindsay McShane from Diane McShane’s Hair Salon

SPECIAL THANKS to all who helped!

We had OVER 700 visitors to each event!

Lord Corporation, Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Lake Shore Historical Railway Society, Tim Clint,

John Groters, Dick Roth, and Scott Symans and his Viscose Locomotive #6

A Princess expERIEnce

CRIME LAB DetectivesThanks to all the individuals and groups who came out to expERIEnce our first traveling exhibit in 10 years. The Crime Lab was open from February 14th through May 8th. The exhibit, funded by a grant from the Erie Community Foundation, was a huge success, especially with our numerous school tours.

We hope you enjoyed having

it hereas much as

we did!

Thank You!

Wish List• Glue & Glue Sticks • Magic Marker • CD Player • Wet & Dry Shop-Vac • Batteries (AAA, C & D) • 54” Round Heavy-Duty Plastic Tablecloths• Recycled Egg Cartons • Old, Clean, Cotton T-Shirts

• Glitter, Ribbon, Yarn • White Paper Plates & Napkins • Plastic Bottles • Grocery Store Items • DAWN Dish Detergent • Magnifying Glasses

Volunteer• Adult and Teen Volunteer Program (for ages 14 and

older)• High-school/program credits for community service• Opportunities for individuals, groups and classes• In-house training• Special project opportunities (Birthday parties, mailings,

outreach events, special events)

Saturday, August 13th 8am | Harborcreek Community Park

Kickball for kids!

For more info, email Kristina Rowley, Kickball Chair at: rowley45@hotmail.com

• Be an event sponsor • Sign up a team • Be a volunteer

expERIEnce childrens museum to benefit, so please . . .

SPREAD THE WORD!!

ECM was chosen by YEP

to receive partial proceeds

from this event ! THANKS!

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Party at the Museum

for Grown-Ups ONLY!

On April 30th we hosted a Children’s Museum Party for GROWN-UPS ONLY!

Special thanks to our event sponsors: Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Welders Supply, Knox McLaughlin Gornall & Sennett, P.C.

Non-Profit OrgU.S. Postage

PAIDErie, PA

Permit No. 515

Summer HoursJune – August:

Tuesday – Saturday: 10am-4pmSunday 1pm-4pm

Admission$6 per person

FRee to Museum membersand children 1 and under

Group rates are available

www.eriechildrensmuseum.org(814) 453-3743

Plan Your Museum

Visit

Donate @ www.eriegives.org

Make a gift to

the Children’s Museum

on August 2nd and…

watch it grow!

To celebrate its 75th anniversary, The Erie Community Foundation is hosting erie Gives Day. During this one-day event, the Foundation will match a percentage of each online donation you make to the expERIEnce Children’s Museum. Go to eriegives.org from 8am to 8pm to make your erie Gives Day donation.

Erie Gives Day! 8am – 8pm

Tuesday, Aug. 2

Your donation helps us enrich the lives of Erie’s children and families. We appreciate your support on August 2 when erie Gives!