The wonders of water will WOW you at WaterWorks: Soak Up the Science – a new special exhibition that will be making a splash at Discovery Science Center from May 20 – September 11, 2011. Immerse yourself in stimulating, hands-on learning experiences that will quench your thirst for the playful, powerful and precious world of water. http://www.discoverycube.org/events.aspx?e=243

The Adventures of MR. POTATO HEAD features our much-loved and silly companion leading the way on amazing adventures in outer space, on a jungle safari, on an archaeological dig, and under the sea. The exhibit encourages children to welcome new experiences with confidence, curiosity and humor, to think about all they can be and do, and to always respect themselves and others. http://www.discoverycube.org/events.aspx?e=242

Sesame Street Presents: The Body is Discovery Science Center’s most exciting exhibit all about you! This unique exhibit offers a learning experience set in the familiar and reassuring world of Sesame Street. The exhibit is an exciting collection of hands-on, interactive and multimedia experiences that allow children to explore the human body. http://www.discoverycube.org/events.aspx?e=241

Inside the kitchen, much more is going on than pouring and mixing – it’s science at work! Our holiday festival is filled with festive activities designed to bring families together this holiday season. http://www.discoverycube.org/programs.aspx?q=69

3… 2… 1… Blast off! Discovery Science Center’s newest permanent exhibit, “Rocket Lab” launches off July 2, 2010. Entering the Rocket Lab means stepping into the blast zone! Located inside DSC’s famous cube – a sight easily recognizable by Interstate 5 – this Lab highlights the history and science behind rocket travel. Experience a rocket launch by surrounding yourself by video screens, blasts of fog and state-of-the-art sound effects. Learn about the chemistry behind different kinds of rocket fuels used by JPL.

There’s no limit to what you can do when you use teamwork and creativity in Tinkertoy: Build Your Imagination, a new traveling exhibit based on the classic building toy adored by generations of children. The exhibit features Tinkertoy in educational and fun activities inspired by GE’s successful “Imagination at Work” campaign – showing how innovation can positively influence everyday life and create solutions to real work challenges.

Ronald McDonald(R) will be visiting the Mid-Michigan Children's Museum on Saturday, July 3, 2010, at 1:00 to perform a magic show.

Sometimes it’s stinky; sometimes it’s crusty; and sometimes it’s slimy. Explore why your body produces mushy, oozy, crusty, scaly and stinky gunk at Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body during its appearance at Discovery Science Center. http://www.discoverycube.org/exhibit.aspx?q=22

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Creative six & seven year olds will love Mondays with the Masters Kids Classes! Every Monday from 10am to 2pm our Masters class will spotlight a special artist. We’ll explore the art of Van Gogh, Monet, Cassat, Warhol, Matisse, Picasso, Pollock, Klimt, O’Keefe & others. These classes are multimedia & feature pottery painting, games, videos, story time & more all associated with the artist. Cost is $25 per session. Kids are to bring a bagged lunch. Sign up for 3 sessions & get the 4th FREE!