We're Taking In-Museum Pictures this Month! Collecting Images of Children Learning through Play Thanks to two local photographers, Habitot will soon have a current collection of images to help spread our good work in pictures. On Friday, August 3,Aadhil Shiraz will be in the
museum taking candid photos - please let our Front Desk know if you do not want your child photographed. A digital file of the best photos will be available on request. On Sunday, August 12, when the museum is closed to the public, volunteers are needed for Joseph Lim of Two Trees Photography to take composed shots of parents and children together. We are looking for diverse families with children of different ages to participate.Please call or email Lillianna at 510-647-1111 x 31 or lillanna@habitot.org to inquire about participating. Those selected will receive a free Family Guest Pass and your preference of any item from our Gift Store!
Chevron Corporation
Thank You! Recent Grant Underwrites Programs
Chevron Corporations and its employees have been supporting Habitot for over 14 years with grants and employee work parties! We want to give a BIG thank you to these amazing people and acknowledge the impact they have made for a local nonprofit. THANK YOU for helping our visitors raise curious, creative, and confident children.
T-shirt Giveaway Month Is Here! Use Code: "Tshirt" at Front Desk
Tell friends who haven't yet visited to come and play - and take home a Habitot t-shirt size 4T for FREE, their choice of colors and styles. (Minimum admission at the door: $24). Members - we love you, too! One t-shirt per member family for just $2 - this month only).
Playdate for Special Needs Children Wednesday, August 8th
2:00pm - 5:00pm FREE with registration
Habitot Children's Museum opens its doors for an afternoon of fun exclusively for children with special needs and their families. Come play with our hands-on exhibits, explore the Art Studio and enjoy family bonding time in a safe, accessible and fun environment. MORE INFO
Rainbow Family Night Wednesday, August 8th
5:30pm - 7:30pm FREE with registration
LGBTQ parents are invited to join our facilitated support group to connect, share experiences, swap tips, and discuss issues relevant to our families, while kids have a great time playing in the Habitot Children's Museum. MORE INFO Offered in partnership with:
Sticker Fun Friday! Friday, August 10th
9:30am - 4:30pm
$1 off adult admission discount coupon given for every package of stickers donated to share (one per visitor)!
National Baseball Card Day Saturday, August 11th
9:30am - 4:30pm FREE with admission
Thanks to a generous donation from a former Habitot member, we're giving away free historical baseball cards to all children on this day. There may be some treasures in the pile - we don't know - but it will be fun to be introduced to the world of baseball cards.
Parents' Night Out Friday, August 24, 5:30 - 9:30p
$42 child/$32 siblings Enjoy a date night out! From 5:30pm to 9:30pm, drop off your kids, 2-7 years old, for play and fun at Habitot while you enjoy an evening out! Cheese pizza for dinner included. Cost is $42; $32 for each additional sibling. MORE INFO
Facebook Fan Week and Facepainting Contest August 20th - 25th
Regular Hours Half-price admission for all Facebook fans "Like" Habitot on our Facebook page and receive half-price admission all week! Post a picture of you or your child's facepainting artistry on Instagram this week for a chance to win one of 5 Family Guest Passes worth $48. Contest categories include Best Animal Face, Funniest Face, Scariest Face, Most Colorful Face and Impossible to Categorize Face. (All images must be uploaded by midnight on August 25th; winners announced on Monday, August 27). Our Facepainting corner will be fully stocked and the special watercolor crayons we use for facepainting will be on sale for 20% off.
Jamaroo Dance Class Wednesdays, August 15, 22 & 29, 10:30am (normally every Wednesday)
FREE with admission Help children develop coordination, strength, balance, self esteem, flexibility, music appreciation, creative thinking and more! Come dance with us, lets have some fun! Instructor from Jamaroo Kids
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Pizza Fridays Every Friday, 11:30am-12:30pm
Pizza deliveries from 11:30-12:30. Kid-sized slices $1 each.
STEM Saturdays Every Saturday, 2:30-4:30pm This month:OUTSIDE IN NATURE EXPLORATION! We'll bring the outside in and learn about plants and soil, rocks and small critters using magnifying glasses. We'll shake up some "Sediment Jars," too. Take home a plant to care for and grab a free Kid-Friendly Nature Walk Guide. MORE INFO
Art-at-Home Activity This month: No-Cook Sand Playdough
Bring the beach inside with this fun and easy No Cook Sand Playdough recipe. Add shells and stones for a pretend day at the beach. MORE INFO
Let Your Child Be the "Play Expert" For bonding, leadership and self-confidence
Allowing your child to be the leader in your playtime together - to have autonomy - is beneficial for your child's development, and so much easier for parents!
This Month's Store Discount - 20% off! Sand & Water Toys!
Sand/Water wheels, Sand scoops, Funnels, Squirters, and Wind-up bathtub toys - ALL 20% OFF.
National Grandparent's Day Saturday, September 8
Regular Hours FREE admission for grandparents We're welcoming all grandparents today for FREE - bring your grandchildren and grown children to enjoy Habitot's exhibits and art programs. Make-a-Plate opportunity in the Art Studio for $20 donation.
