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Events This Week
April 14, 2019 - April 21, 2019
This Week Navigation
April 14 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Breakfast with the Bunny
April 14 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Enjoy a breakfast buffet, crafts, activities, visits with the Easter Bunny and an egg hunt with prizes.
April 14 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
I-X Indoor Amusement Park
April 14 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
The fun kicks off this weekend at this annual springtime event that offers more than 20 acres of rides, games, food and attractions all under one roof.
April 14 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Breakfast with the Bunny
April 14 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Enjoy a breakfast buffet, crafts, activities, visits with the Easter Bunny and an egg hunt with prizes.
April 14 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
April 14 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
After breakfast, take a photo with bunny in his arbor in the theater, visit the Plant Science Center to make a craft and visit lambs in the Well Bred Shed.
April 14 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
April 14 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
After breakfast, take a photo with bunny in his arbor in the theater, visit the Plant Science Center to make a craft and visit lambs in the Well Bred Shed.
April 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Stroller Strides
April 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Stroller Strides is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Friday's 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun.
April 15 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 15 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
The World of Puppets: From Stage to Screen
April 15 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Travel the globe with traditional and modern puppets from every corner of the world, along with artifacts, interactive activities and live performances.
April 14 - April 15
Hippity Hoppity Get On Board the Easter Bunny Express Train
April 14 - April 15
EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 3/30 – 4/14, Plus Good Friday 4/19
Purchase tickets at the Guest Services Desk the day of the event.
April 15 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inverted Intersections
April 15 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This exhibition features images of downtown Canton intersections taken by Timken photographer Robert H.
April 16 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Amazing Butterflies
April 16 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Visitors will experience the challenges of being a caterpillar as it morphs into a beautiful butterfly through an interactive maze of larger-than-life leaves, grass and trees.
April 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Toddler Storytime
April 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver enjoy stories and crafts.
April 16 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Rock-A-Bye Tales
April 16 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Lapsit storytime for babies ages 6 to 24 months and a caregiver.
April 16 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Nestlings at Woods Branch
April 16 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Enjoy songs and rhymes, books and bounces for babies birth to 15 months with a grown-up.
April 16 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Baby Bonanza
April 16 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Bring your babies (not yet walking) and blankets in for books, bopping and bouncing at this year-round lap-sit program.
April 17 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Part of the Machine: Rock & Pinball
April 17 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
An interactive exhibit showcasing rock-themed, playable pinball machines combined with historic merchandise and artifacts to explore the artistic portrayal of artists and bands.
April 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Builder’s Club
April 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Children ages 4-14 are invited to build creations with their preferred material following the prompts for each session.
April 17 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Homeschool Field Trip Days
April 17 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Every third Wednesday of the month from September through May, get hands-on with exciting and immersive programs, and then explore all that the museum has to offer.
April 18 @ 12:00 am - 11:30 am
Spring into Spring!
April 18 @ 12:00 am - 11:30 am
With FCA instructor Darlene Kelbach & Library Associate, go on an ARTS active reading adventure!
April 18 @ 9:45 am - 10:15 am
Family Storytime
April 18 @ 9:45 am - 10:15 am
Families of all ages are invited to listen to stories, songs and fingerplays.
April 18 @ 10:45 am - 11:15 am
Tales for Twos Story Time
April 18 @ 10:45 am - 11:15 am
Stories, music, fingerplays and crafts for 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
April 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Eggsperiment
April 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This two-day event at the Great Lakes Science center, taking place Friday and Saturday, features Science Spectacular EGGstravaganza, Motion Mania Demonstration, Apollo Lander Challenge, Egg Race Obstacle Course, Peeps in Space, and more.
April 19 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
High School Career Day
April 19 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Whether you’re interested in working with aquatic life or water in some way, or you have a specific aquarium career in mind, you are invited to investigate these opportunities.
April 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Party for the Plant
April 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
There’s no better place to “go green” than this Earth Day celebration. Special activities are planned throughout the day.
April 19 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wild Animal Babies Fun Day Friday
April 19 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Visit Penitentiary Glen Nature Center on Friday to explore furry, feathered, scaly and slimy baby animals through a variety of fun indoor and outdoor activities. The free event includes scavenger hunts, a seasonal craft, animal programs and more.
April 19 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Friday Family Storytime
April 19 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
A storytime for children of all ages with a favorite adult.
April 20 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
April 20 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Party for the Planet
April 20 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Meet animal keepers, view animal enrichment demonstrations, check out vendor village and electric vehicle display, enjoy a dance party and more.
April 20 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Bunny Express and Egg Hunt
April 20 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Ride our train to Western Town for your Egg Hunt, then Meet & Greet the Easter Bunny, Mad Hatter and Mother Goose!*
COST $8 CHILDREN 12 MOS- 12 YEARS OLD, $5 ADULTS, FREE UNDER 12 MOS.
The last train leaves at 4:30 pm.
April 20 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Bunny Express and Egg Hunt
April 20 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Ride the train to Western Town for your egg hunt, then meet & greet the Easter Bunny, Mad Hatter and Mother Goose.
April 20 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Barks for Books
April 20 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Practice your reading skills by reading to a therapy dog.
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