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Press Releases - News for The Children's Museum of Houston

 
The top 50 press releases in our database are displayed below.
 
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AMAZING AVIAN WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Jun 30, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Spring 2010
Did you know the mockingbird is the official bird of Texas? Nearly 360-bird species breed in Texas, but only the Golden-cheeked Warbler nests exclusively in this state. Come out of your nest and explore the wonders, fascinations, and interesting facts of birds and their behavior during our Amazing Aviation week.
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BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

Release Date: Jun 30, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
It’s that time of year again and what better way to get motivated than by visiting the Children's Museum of Houston for back to school fun. Join us for activities that will have you ready for a new school year in no time. So grab your notepad, sharpen your pencils, and take notes on all of the fun and creative things you will do at CMH. School starts Aug. 23 for HISD.
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NATIONAL SMILE MONTH

Release Date: Jun 30, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
August is National Smile Month and what better way to show off your smile than by visiting the Children’s Museum of Houston. There are plenty of activities that will make you say “cheese,” so turn that frown upside down!
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NATIONAL INVENTOR'S MONTH

Release Date: Jun 28, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Inventing is about taking chances and learning through trail and error. Come celebrate some of the greatest inventors, such as Alexander Graham Bell, Thomas Edison, and James Watt for their risk-taking chances which changed our world. Put on your thinking hat and unleash your creative side in activities that will bring out the inventor in you. What great invention will you come up with?
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THE BIRTHDAY BALL GALA

Release Date: Jun 25, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Fall 2010
We’re celebrating three decades of innovative, child-centered learning! You’re invited to have a ball as we turn thirty, flirty and thriving during The Birthday Ball at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 16 at the Children’s Museum of Houston (CMH).
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MISS TEEN PINEY WOODS VISITS CMH

Release Date: Jun 16, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Miss Teen Piney Woods, Asia Jones, will be volunteering on Saturday, June 19, at the Children’s Museum of Houston. Jones is running for Miss Teen Texas and is required to do community service.
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FREE SCHOOL VACCINATIONS

Release Date: Jun 7, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
All children under 18 needing immunizations as required for admission by the Harris County school districts will have the opportunity to receive FREE vaccinations at the Children’s Museum of Houston (CMH). Blue Cross/Blue Shield and the Texas Children’s Hospital will be administering them on different occasions. To qualify, parents and guardians will need their child’s immunization records. No need to pre-register.
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NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Wondering how to beat the Houston heat this summer? Come by the Children's Museum of Houston to cool down and celebrate National Ice Cream Day. Enjoy your summer with a little cool treat you can make yourself and eat, and discover something new about your favorite frozen dessert.
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RETRO TOYS WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Are you tired of having to constantly replace the batteries in your toys? If so, check out the Children's Museum of Houston as we go retro. These retro toys will surely keep you entertained for hours to come. Experience good old fashion games such as Pick-Up Sticks and Chinese Yo-Yo.
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FORENSICS WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Want to be the next Sherlock Holmes or CSI detective? Do you have what it takes to solve a mystery? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions you should inspect our Forensics Week at CMH.
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ALL STAR WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Is your thinking cap a baseball cap? Then head to the Children’s Museum of Houston for a week all about summer sports and games!
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DADDY DAZE WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
This Father’s Day, let Dad do what he does best — spend some quality time with you! Make special gifts and celebrate all week at the Children’s Museum of Houston with activities the family can enjoy together.
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KIDPENDENCE DAY

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Come celebrate America’s 234th birthday and everything that represents the land of the free and the home of the brave. Show off your patronage to the good ole U.S.A by wearing the great colors of red, white and blue. Join us in fun activities that will show people you are proud to be an American.
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SUPERHERO WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Jun 2, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Summer is a time to let your imagination soar! It’s also the season for superhero movies. What would you do or be if you had no limits? Come to the Children’s Museum of Houston to explore your powers, the science of superhero animation, and ways you can be a hero every day.
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TARGET FREE FIRST SUNDAY KICKOFF CEREMONY

Release Date: May 21, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  What's New?  Subcategory:  Summer 2010
Here’s Another First—Target First Free Sundays! We are proud to announce our Target Free First Sunday of the Month program beginning Sunday, June 6. Children and visitors will march into the museum with Target’s mascot, Bullseye, and our adorable Discovery Guide dance troop, after ceremony, countdown, ribbon cutting and confetti cannon burst.
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CELEBRITY JUDGES TO PARTICIPATE IN BEST-TASTING LEMONADE CONTEST

Release Date: Apr 16, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
More than 50 area youth will participate in Lemonade Day’s annual “Best Tasting Lemonade” contest on April 24. The event, which kicks-off the Lemonade Day 2010 festivities, will be judged by local celebrity judges, lead by Astros legend Jeff Bagwell, who are volunteering their time and talents to support youth.
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MARTEL AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

Release Date: Apr 16, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
The Children’s Museum of Houston and the Martel Foundation are pleased to announce the winner and finalists of the Marian and Speros Martel Early Childhood Educator Award for 2010. The Martel Committee will honor the winners at a ceremony at the Children’s Museum of Houston. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding teachers and their achievements in the field of Early Childhood Education.
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EARTH DAY WONDERWEEK

Release Date: Apr 5, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  Recent News  Subcategory:  Spring 2010
Earth Day is here and environmental awareness is more important now than ever. Spend a beautiful spring day or week learning about the flora and fauna around us!
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DIA DEL NIÑO

Release Date: Apr 5, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  Recent News  Subcategory:  Spring 2010
In partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico and the National Museum of Mexican Art, the Children’s Museum of Houston (CMH) will hold several engaging, hands-on activities in which children will have the opportunity to learn about the arts and traditions of Mexico during the Day of the Child Celebration. CMH’s El Día del Niño Celebration is one of Mexico’s Bicentennial Celebrations in Houston.
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SECRETS OF CIRCLES

Release Date: Apr 5, 2010
Author or Contact: Henry Yau
Category:  Recent News  Subcategory:  Spring 2010
Ever wondered why a wheel is shaped the way it is, or why a pizza and the sun are both round? Have you noticed that flat circles and three-dimensional globes are found everywhere in nature, from an orange to an eye to a compass? What makes circularity so common and yet so special? Secrets of Circles will answer these questions through activities rich in math, science, engineering, and art — because circles are as beautiful as they are functional!
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