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Finding a cure for the winter break woes
Posted on Fri, February 1st, 2008
Written by: Jennifer Farnsworth, Parent Pages Writer
email: cdparentpg@aol.com
Gone are the days of those boring winter school breaks with children literally jumping off the walls. Parents and children will be able to enjoy a variety of activities with much credit to our local museums, theatres, gyms and even local farms.
From the Schenectady Museum and Suits-Beuch Planetarium to the state museum, activities and programs will be offered to school aged children throughout the February break. At the Schenectady Museum, children can look to the stars through a hands-on activity each day. For this year’s February break week, they will offer a different hands-on astronomy activity each day. These are among the most popular activities, and offer great hands-on fun for the whole family. In addition, they are now offering a brand new Planetarium Show: “Worlds in Motion”.
From the atoms in the air to the dance of the planets, this show examines such topics as Newton’s First Law of Motion and simple celestial mechanics. Children can see just how fast you are moving through space and much more. The Museum also offers a new MRI exhibit, “Inside Out: MRI and YOU”, with several engaging interactive activities, including the opportunity to take a ride inside a real MRI machine.
” The Museum has become a destination of choice for Capital Region families because we offer so many fun, hands-on science and technology activities. Our vacation schedules have been wildly popular. Since last year, the museum has become much more interactive with planetarium show for all ages. We are really excited to see the turnout for this winter break,” said Erin Breslin, Director of Communications and Marketing for the museum.
All activities are free with your paid admission ranging, which ranges from $3 to $6. You can call the museum at 382-7890 or visit their Web site at www.schenectadymuseum.com
At the Troy Children’s Museum of Science and Technology (CMOST), a week of discovery and adventure will surely keep those young minds content.
CMOST February Break Week Science Camps run daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can sign up for one day, two days or all five depending on your schedule. CMOST Science camps are offered to children ages 5 to 11 years old. Camps are limited to a maximum of 16 participants. The price ranges from $35-45 per day, depending on whether or you are a member of the museum. You can learn more about the vacation day camps and regular daily programs by calling 235-2120 or by visiting their website at www.cmost.com.
If fresh air and exercise are what your children are craving, a unique idea is the “Up Yonda” farm, part of the Warren County Parks and Recreation program. The “farm” is excited to offer snowshoeing this winter, using Tubbs Discovery series snowshoes. Snowshoeing is easy to master and requires no special athletic ability, and snowshoe rentals are available for children and adults. The program includes a brief look at the history and techniques of the sport. Animals commonly seen tracks include fox, white-tailed deer, turkey, squirrel, crow, feral cat, and more. Snowshoeing is available to schools on weekdays, with public programs on Saturdays in January and February.
A limited number of Tubbs snowshoes will be available. Adequate snow cover is necessary for snowshoeing. You can call 644-9767 for more information. Up Yonda Farm offers 73 acres with a spectacular view overlooking Lake George. Public nature programs on a variety of topics are presented year round. Natural history exhibits featuring a diorama with native mammals and birds are housed in the museum.
If staying warm and dry is more your speed, a trip to the theater is a great way to feel as though you are “getting away.” The Steamer 10. Theatre has long been a favorite place for parents and children to see great family entertainment that is both unique and fun for the entire family. They are offering a variety of shows to help beat the winter blues. Their February Break line-up includes everything from marionettes, to the music of the Zucchini brothers to a vaudeville show. One highlight is the KoMotion, a seamless combination of dance, mime, and clown theatre. The show consists of clowns with string balloons, or dancers play in black light, and a mime playing baseball.
“KoMotion is one of those shows where you as an adult forget its entertainment for children. It’s fast paced and energetic,” said Artistic Director Ric Chesser.
Chesser said this year they have a one-man vaudeville show featuring the ventriloquist Steve Charney. He said the children will love Magician Jim Snack who is the region’s most renowned master of sleight–of-hand magic. Chesser said Snack would be performing tricks close that increases the level of amazement. Prices for the week’s line-up is $10 for students and seniors, $12 for adults. You can get show times by visiting www.steamer10theatre.com or by calling 438-5503.
Other great vacation week alternatives are visiting your local library, checking out your local YMCA, or a trip to an afternoon matinee. Be sure to check our calendar listing for other great adventures. The Capital District has so much to offer parents that by the end of the week; you will need a vacation from vacation!
You can contact cdparentpg@aol.com with any questions. Also, feel free to post comments below.
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Posted on Fri, February 1st, 2008Written by: Jennifer Farnsworth, Parent Pages Writer
email: cdparentpg@aol.com
Gone are the days of those boring winter school breaks with children literally jumping off the walls. Parents and children will be able to enjoy a variety of activities with much credit to our local museums, theatres, gyms and even local farms.
From the Schenectady Museum and Suits-Beuch Planetarium to the state museum, activities and programs will be offered to school aged children throughout the February break. At the Schenectady Museum, children can look to the stars through a hands-on activity each day. For this year’s February break week, they will offer a different hands-on astronomy activity each day. These are among the most popular activities, and offer great hands-on fun for the whole family. In addition, they are now offering a brand new Planetarium Show: “Worlds in Motion”.
From the atoms in the air to the dance of the planets, this show examines such topics as Newton’s First Law of Motion and simple celestial mechanics. Children can see just how fast you are moving through space and much more. The Museum also offers a new MRI exhibit, “Inside Out: MRI and YOU”, with several engaging interactive activities, including the opportunity to take a ride inside a real MRI machine.
” The Museum has become a destination of choice for Capital Region families because we offer so many fun, hands-on science and technology activities. Our vacation schedules have been wildly popular. Since last year, the museum has become much more interactive with planetarium show for all ages. We are really excited to see the turnout for this winter break,” said Erin Breslin, Director of Communications and Marketing for the museum.
All activities are free with your paid admission ranging, which ranges from $3 to $6. You can call the museum at 382-7890 or visit their Web site at www.schenectadymuseum.com
At the Troy Children’s Museum of Science and Technology (CMOST), a week of discovery and adventure will surely keep those young minds content.
CMOST February Break Week Science Camps run daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can sign up for one day, two days or all five depending on your schedule. CMOST Science camps are offered to children ages 5 to 11 years old. Camps are limited to a maximum of 16 participants. The price ranges from $35-45 per day, depending on whether or you are a member of the museum. You can learn more about the vacation day camps and regular daily programs by calling 235-2120 or by visiting their website at www.cmost.com.
If fresh air and exercise are what your children are craving, a unique idea is the “Up Yonda” farm, part of the Warren County Parks and Recreation program. The “farm” is excited to offer snowshoeing this winter, using Tubbs Discovery series snowshoes. Snowshoeing is easy to master and requires no special athletic ability, and snowshoe rentals are available for children and adults. The program includes a brief look at the history and techniques of the sport. Animals commonly seen tracks include fox, white-tailed deer, turkey, squirrel, crow, feral cat, and more. Snowshoeing is available to schools on weekdays, with public programs on Saturdays in January and February.
A limited number of Tubbs snowshoes will be available. Adequate snow cover is necessary for snowshoeing. You can call 644-9767 for more information. Up Yonda Farm offers 73 acres with a spectacular view overlooking Lake George. Public nature programs on a variety of topics are presented year round. Natural history exhibits featuring a diorama with native mammals and birds are housed in the museum.
If staying warm and dry is more your speed, a trip to the theater is a great way to feel as though you are “getting away.” The Steamer 10. Theatre has long been a favorite place for parents and children to see great family entertainment that is both unique and fun for the entire family. They are offering a variety of shows to help beat the winter blues. Their February Break line-up includes everything from marionettes, to the music of the Zucchini brothers to a vaudeville show. One highlight is the KoMotion, a seamless combination of dance, mime, and clown theatre. The show consists of clowns with string balloons, or dancers play in black light, and a mime playing baseball.
“KoMotion is one of those shows where you as an adult forget its entertainment for children. It’s fast paced and energetic,” said Artistic Director Ric Chesser.
Chesser said this year they have a one-man vaudeville show featuring the ventriloquist Steve Charney. He said the children will love Magician Jim Snack who is the region’s most renowned master of sleight–of-hand magic. Chesser said Snack would be performing tricks close that increases the level of amazement. Prices for the week’s line-up is $10 for students and seniors, $12 for adults. You can get show times by visiting www.steamer10theatre.com or by calling 438-5503.
Other great vacation week alternatives are visiting your local library, checking out your local YMCA, or a trip to an afternoon matinee. Be sure to check our calendar listing for other great adventures. The Capital District has so much to offer parents that by the end of the week; you will need a vacation from vacation!
You can contact cdparentpg@aol.com with any questions. Also, feel free to post comments below.
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