Unleash your inner artist with Magic Scratch Art—where every scratch reveals a surprise! Kids will use special black-coated paper or boards and wooden styluses to etch their own designs. As they scratch, rainbow colors magically appear underneath, turning every doodle into a vibrant masterpiece. This open-ended art activity is perfect for all ages and encourages […]
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!
Join local artist Zoe Dubin for a fascinating fusion of biology and creativity! Inspired by the detailed scientific drawings of Golgi and Ramón y Cajal, Zoe will guide young artists in replicating microscopic structures through hands-on art. Using safe, sealed petri dishes as models, kids can observe unique organic forms—like cells and neurons—and recreate what […]
Join us for a special Spanish Story Time with Claudia Tabini, a dedicated SPARK board member and proud staff member of the Southeast Service Cooperative (SSC)! Claudia will share a vibrant, engaging story entirely in Spanish—perfect for bilingual families or anyone curious about learning another language through the joy of storytelling. This program highlights the […]
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!
Let’s take the creativity outside! Join us in SPARK Park (weather permitting) for Sidewalk Chalk Art—a chance for kids to fill the pavement with color, imagination, and joyful expression. From rainbows to rockets, bugs to block letters, anything goes in this outdoor art session. It’s a great way to enjoy the sunshine and make your […]
We’re thrilled to welcome local artist Megan Butts from Craft Lab for a special Messy May workshop! Kids will create their very own puffy paint ice cream cones—a colorful and tactile art activity that’s as sweet as it is fun. 🍦✨ Join us for this creative experience and meet an inspiring local maker as part […]
Gather ‘round for a cozy, book-filled adventure! Toddler Story Time is designed just for little learners, featuring engaging picture books and simple activities that nurture early literacy, spark curiosity, and support growing attention spans. It’s the perfect way to introduce toddlers to the joy of stories in a playful, welcoming setting.
Gather & Grow: Rochester Public Schools Early InterventionAs part of our Gather & Grow: Resources for Caregivers, Play for Kids series, join us for a special session with the Rochester Public Schools Early Intervention Team on Thursday, May 29 from 9:00–10:30AM. While children enjoy hands-on play in the museum, caregivers can stop by a resource […]
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 […]
Welcome to the Wacky Painting Lab—where brushes are not invited! In this experimental art experience, kids will explore creative painting techniques using unexpected tools like bubble wrap, sticks, and more. It’s all about trying new things, making bold marks, and discovering the wild side of art through playful, hands-on exploration. Come get messy and make […]
Come cuddle up with Stella, a friendly and lovable therapy dog with Pet Partners! 🐶💛 Alongside her trainer, Shari, Stella brings comfort, joy, and calm to little learners through gentle interactions and furry friendship. Stop by for tail wags, belly rubs, and the magic of a therapy dog’s love! 🐕✨
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!
Help us build a rainbow—one colorful scrap at a time! In Pieces of the Rainbow, kids will use a variety of recycled and leftover art materials to create vibrant rainbow-themed collages. Every little scrap helps complete the big picture. It’s a celebration of color, creativity, and the beauty of working together!
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! 💙✨
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!
As part of Messy May, join local artist Brianna Stenzel for Make Your Mark: The Dot—an inspiring art experience based on the beloved book The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. Kids will explore creativity and self-expression through dot-themed projects, including dot marker negative space circles, dot sticker framed designs, and colorful watercolor circle flooding. It’s […]
Help us build a rainbow—one colorful scrap at a time! In Pieces of the Rainbow, kids will use a variety of recycled and leftover art materials to create vibrant rainbow-themed collages. Every little scrap helps complete the big picture. It’s a celebration of color, creativity, and the beauty of working together!
Ready, aim, create! In Squirt Gun Splatter, kids will load squirt guns with colorful paint water and spray their way to bold, splattery masterpieces. A fun and energetic way to explore color mixing, motion, and creative expression—perfect for outdoor play and messy art magic!
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!
