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SUMMARY:River Tales: Little Fox in the Snow at Connecticut River Museum
DESCRIPTION:Young learners and their caregivers can enjoy a cozy winter storytelling experience centered on wildlife along the Connecticut River during this River Tales program at the Connecticut River Museum. The session features a reading of Little Fox in the Snow by Jonathan London\, a poetic story that introduces children to the behaviors of animals during winter through vivid language and impressionistic illustrations. The story follows a curious red fox as it explores its snowy surroundings\, encountering other animals before returning safely home. \nFollowing the reading\, participants can take part in hands-on\, take-home craft activities\, including creating a three-dimensional paper fox inspired by the book\, and enjoy a themed scavenger hunt that encourages exploration and imagination. The program is designed for children ages 4 and up and offers an engaging blend of storytelling\, creativity\, and learning about local wildlife and history. \nRiver Tales: Little Fox in the Snow will take place on Saturday\, January 3\, 2025\, with sessions held from 11 am to 12 pm and again from 1 pm to 2 pm at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex\, Connecticut. Admission to the museum is not included with program tickets. The cost is $3 per learner for non-members\, and the program is free for museum members. Check-in takes place at the front desk upon arrival. \nFor questions or additional information\, email astromberger@ctrivermuseum.org. Participants should note that photographs may be taken during the event for museum promotional use.
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hour at Connecticut River Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut River Museum offers a special Sensory Friendly Hour designed to make exhibits accessible to visitors with a range of abilities. With support from The Petit Family Foundation\, the program provides sensory-friendly items such as bean bag chairs\, noise-canceling headphones\, and fidget toys. Exhibits with loud sounds or bright lights are modified\, and a designated quiet room allows visitors to decompress and enjoy the Museum at their own pace. \nDuring this session\, attendees can experience the annual Model Train exhibit and meet Steve Cryan\, the artist behind the display. Preview guides and materials are available for families to read together before visiting. \nThe program will be held on January 21\, 2026\, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, Connecticut. For more information\, contact August Stromberger\, Public Programs and Education Manager\, at astromberger@ctrivermuseum.org.
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SUMMARY:River Tales: Goodbye Winter\, Hello Spring at Connecticut River Museum
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal storytelling and hands-on creativity come together during this River Tales program designed for young learners and their caregivers. Centered on the changing natural world\, the program explores the transition from winter to spring through the story Goodbye Winter\, Hello Spring by Kenard Pak\, which follows a boy and his dog as they notice signs of the new season emerging in nature. The experience continues with interactive take-home craft activities\, including a seasonal scavenger hunt and a rotating 3D tree project that allows children to explore the four seasons throughout the year. \nThe program takes place on February 7\, 2026\, with sessions offered from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Connecticut River Museum. Admission is $3 per learner for non-members and free for museum members\, with museum admission not included in the program fee. The event is recommended for children ages 4 and up with a caregiver\, and participants are asked to check in at the front desk upon arrival. For questions or additional information\, contact astromberger@ctrivermuseum.org.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/river-tales-goodbye-winter-hello-spring-at-connecticut-river-museum/2026-02-07/
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