Editor’s Picks
Photo courtesy of Environmental Nature Center
1: Environmental Nature Center’s Nature Camp
The ENC plans on presenting youngsters with opportunities to enhance their knowledge of nature. Geared for children who are enrolled in kindergarten-3rd grade (at least 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2020), the camp provides creative enrichment and expression through a variety of hands-on learning, and physical activities. Kids also have… [More]
Photo courtesy of Bowers Museum
2: Bowers’ Chocolate Week
The museum serves up some sweet experiences for chocolate lovers January 26-31. Tuesday through Saturday, there will be a selection of chocolate-related discussions, factory walk-throughs and videos online (these will have varying interest to children). On Sunday, the Bowers’ monthly virtual family festival will celebrate chocolate… [More]
Photo courtesy of Casa Romantica
3: Casa Romantica’s Family Programs
The Casa Kids Club returns on Tuesdays (3:30 pm-5 pm) with free weekly activities and take-home craft projects. On January 8, the Casa is offering Family Night Take-Home Kits, including kids crafts and snacks for the entire family for $30 general/$20 members per kit. The gardens are still open to the public (13+ $5, 12 and under are free)… [More]
Photo by Dat Nguyen, courtesy of Aquarium of the Pacific
4: Festival of Human Abilities
For the 18th year, the Aquarium of the Pacific spotlights the creative talents and abilities of people with disabilities. While this year’s festival will be broadcasted online instead of in person, it is still an opportunity to be amazed and impressed by these talented individuals. This free live-streaming event, happening January 30 from… [More]
Photo by John Bosma
5: Battleship Iowa Online Tour
You may not be able to go on-board the Battleship IOWA to take a tour, but at least you can go online to check out this historic vessel. This innovative, interactive virtual tour experience allows you to explore the ship in complete 360-degree imagery, along with viewing vintage signage, watching a variety of videos (that aren’t part of the… [More]