Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. Bring the grandkids for a day of play, learning, and lasting memories!
Join us for Coping Copilots, a special program designed to help kids build emotional resilience through fun, interactive activities! 🌟 Led by experts, this engaging session fosters social-emotional learning in a playful and supportive environment. 📅 Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday ⏰ 10:00 – 10:30 AM Let’s explore emotions, practice mindfulness, and grow together! 💙✨
Design your own sweet treat—no baking required! Kids will use popsicle sticks to form a triangle "slice of cake," glue on a paper base, and then decorate with all kinds of crafty toppings. From sprinkles (beads) to candles (pipe cleaners), every slice is a celebration of creativity!
Member Morning – Every Wednesday from 9:00–10:00 AM, SPARK members enjoy an exclusive, quieter play hour before the museum opens to the public. It's a special perk designed for a more relaxed and engaging experience! Don't miss the Special Member Morning, one Wednesday a month, where we have a special Member only activity!
Whip up a batch of imagination! Kids will roll out playdough, cut out pretend cookies with fun-shaped cutters, and decorate their delicious-looking creations. It’s a hands-on baking adventure—no oven required!
Gather ‘round for SPARK Story Time! A SPARK staff member will lead young readers through a delightful book filled with imagination, fun, and learning. This cozy read-aloud is perfect for families to enjoy together—and it counts as a check-off on your Summer Bookworm Challenge sheet! Included with daily admission or membership.
Bring your littlest learners to SPARK every Thursday for a day full of playing, learning, and discovering together! The Tot Spot will be available all day in the Imagination Station. A special 30-minute morning program will rotate, ensuring various enriching experiences for young learners. FREE admission for kids 3 & under. Adults and children 4 […]
Rochester Public Schools is bringing important info straight to you! Stop by the Early Childhood Screening table at SPARK to learn about their new mobile unit and how to schedule your child’s free screening. Caregivers can sign up for a time slot—including upcoming screenings right at SPARK on September 11, October 9, and November 13 […]
Join Healing Rhythms Music Therapy for an engaging and interactive session where kids can explore music, movement, and mindfulness! 🌟 Led by board-certified music therapists, this program encourages self-expression, emotional well-being, and connection through the power of rhythm. Perfect for little ones to enjoy a calming and engaging musical experience! 📅 Every 2nd & 4th […]
Celebrate National Lizard Day with a scaly surprise! Join us for a special visit from Hannah and her lizard friends. Kids will get an up-close look at these cool creatures and learn all about what makes them unique. It’s a reptile rendezvous you won’t want to miss!
STEM Friday at SPARK is a hands-on, interactive program every Friday from 11:00–11:30 AM, featuring a new STEM-based activity each week. Join us for exciting experiments, creative challenges, and discoveries that make science, technology, engineering, and math come to life!
Get the party started with some festive flair! Kids can design their own colorful birthday hats and create one-of-a-kind cards to celebrate SPARK’s big day—or someone special in their life. It’s all about creativity, celebration, and a whole lot of birthday cheer!
Family Yoga – Every Saturday from 11:30 AM–12:00 PM, join us for a fun and relaxing yoga session led by a local instructor. This family-friendly class encourages movement, mindfulness, and bonding through playful poses and gentle stretches!
Create a treat that’s sweet to look at! Kids will turn pool noodle rings into colorful “donuts” using puffy paint, pom-poms, sequins, pipe cleaners, and more. This hands-on art activity is sprinkled with creativity and topped with fun—no real frosting required!
Join us for Sign Language Story Time with Traci from Circle of Friends Signing School! 📖✨ Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and fun while learning basic ASL signs. 📅 Every 1st Wednesday & 3rd Sunday ⏰ 11:00 – 11:30 AM Come play, learn, and discover the magic of storytelling through sign language! 👐💛
Whip up a pretend pie full of creativity! Kids will fingerpaint a paper plate to look like a juicy blueberry filling, then glue strips of paper on top in a crisscross pattern to create the perfect pie crust. It’s messy, imaginative fun—served up artfully!
Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. Bring the grandkids for a day of play, learning, and lasting memories!
Come cuddle up with Bernie, a friendly and lovable Golden Doodle and registered therapy dog with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs! 🐶💛 Alongside his trainer, Tim, Bernie brings comfort, joy, and calm to little learners through gentle interactions and furry friendship. 📅 Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday ⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 AM Stop by for […]
Start your day with a stretch! Join us for a calming and playful morning yoga session designed just for kids. We’ll move, breathe, and bend through simple poses that promote balance, focus, and fun—perfect for little bodies and big imaginations.
Creating a safe space for all families in the community. ✨ Discovery Play nights are a time for our families to have a less crowded environment, with light and sound reduction, extra visual safety signage, designated quiet rooms, and other accommodations they may need. Every third Thursday of the month. 5:00 - 7:00PM
