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My Body Works BioLab
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Wharf of Wonder Programs
Programs are designed to help enhance your child’s science adventure.

April 7-May 26
WHARF WORKSHOPS

ABOUT WHARF WORKSHOPS
Join us in the Wharf House every Wednesday for some action-packed EDU-TAINMENT, Exploreum style! Young children will get to participate in hands-on activities that teach them about the world around us in these fun and educational mini-workshops. Wharf Workshops are FREE with Exploreum admission!

Each Wharf Workshop will be limited to 8 children due to the hands-on nature of these activities. There will be a different activity each week:

April 7 - Wind Power
Explore what causes wind and how we can use it to power our homes. Make your own windmill  (pinwheel) to take home with you.
April 14 - Rainbows
Learn what causes rainbows by using prisms/water/light. Learn the colors of the visible spectrum (rainbow) and take home a picture to help remember the day.
April 21 - Earth Day
Come explore how to make Mother Earth a better place to live. Learn about recycling, landfills, and pollution. Take home seeds to start your herb garden.
April 28 - Water Power
Explore dams and how water can make electricity. Learn how powerful water can be.
May 5 - Mother’s Day
Make a card/gift for mom to help her celebrate her special day
May 12 - Bubbles
Discover how to make bubbles from water and soap. See how strong bubbles are and how much fun you can have.
May 19 - Bird Feeder
Learn how to make your own bird feeder out of recycled plastic bottles. Explore the different types of birds we have in our area and how we can help them survive.
May 26 - Kitchen Chemistry
Explore the various concoctions we can make by using some basic kitchen materials. Make your own play dough.

WHO
Children ages 3-6
Wharf Workshops are limited to 8 children; booked on a first-come, first-serve basis

WHAT
Wednesday workshops will feature a different activity each week and have a different focus each month.

WHEN
Wednesday at 10:30 p.m.
Wednesday at 3:00 p.m.

WHERE
The Wharf House, located in the back of Hands on Hall at the Exploreum.

WHY
Experience EDU-TAINMENT at the Exploreum where children learn and have fun at the same time!

COST
FREE with Exploreum admission!



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