Thursday April 29 |9:30 AM Bite Sized Breakfast Chats for Grown Ups: a peek behind the Pretend City gate Mix & mingle with other play-loving members & supporters, plus you'll hear from our education & leadership team about: Pretend City's role in the community Monthly educational focus Maximizing your membership Engaging with the exhibits An […]
Join us for a special event that provides a sensitive environment for our neurodiverse community including children on the Autism Spectrum, as well as children with disabilities, and their families. With the help of our community play partners, and Pretend City’s experienced and educated team, discover different activities while exploring the museum and learning to interact with peers. Purpose Behind […]
Friday, April 30: Let's Celebrate Arbor Day! Trees are not only beautiful, but they are essential to our existence as human beings! Join us as we celebrate their importance with some tree-rific play. Purpose Behind the Play: Cognition and inquiry, classification through sorting, self-regulation, and language and literacy development Smart Art (Art Studio – Times […]
Saturday May 1st & Sunday May 2nd Calling all Jedis in Training! It’s time to report for duty! Join us at Pretend City for a spaced-out day of Star Wars activities as we celebrate May the Fourth be With You! Dress in your best Star Wars outfit and receive $1 off admission! Purpose Behind the […]
Sunday May 2 | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Join us for this month’s Baby Steps as we focus on language and communication with different hand-based activities! Purpose Behind the Play: Literacy, communication and language development, social and emotional development, and fine motor skills. Art Studio Sessions: Make your way over to the Art Studio as we […]
YogaSix is here to help littles and parents get the wiggles out through grounding, breathing, stretching, & mindfulness. Join us every Wednesday morning, May 5th - June 29th for yoga and movement! Member Movement (9:00 am – 10:00 am): Members are invited to spend some time in the Mind + Body studio working on mindfulness, […]
Thursday, May 6 Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May with a special collection of stories that explore the history, traditions and culture of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Smart Art (Art Studio – Times Vary) Sensational Storytime (11:00 am and 2:00 pm) Play Partner: OCAPICA Grown-up Tip: Talk to your child about how everyone has a […]
Saturday, May 8 Moms make everything better! Today we will be celebrating all moms and grandmothers for all the love, joy, and happiness they bring to our lives. Spend the day with us for some special mommy bonding as we enjoy arts and activities. Happy Mother’s Day from our Pretend City family! Purpose Behind the Play: Literacy development, language and communication development, and prosocial behavior. Art Studio Sessions: Head […]
We are closed on Sunday May 10th, but celebrating on Saturday May 9th: Learn more here!
Thursday, May 13 Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May with a special collection of stories that explore the history, traditions and culture of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Smart Art (Art Studio – Times Vary) Sensational Storytime (11:00 am and 2:00 pm) Play Partner: Pacific Islander's Health Partnership Grown-up Tip: Talk to your child about how everyone […]
May 14th | Every hour on the hour National Dance Like a Chicken Day encourages everyone to dance like a chicken all day long! We'll be celebrating every hour, on the hour while we're open! Fee: Included with museum admission
Friday, May 14th 10 AM - 3 PM Join us for this month’s Way to Play Day as we focus on language and communication skills! Play your way through the museum and let our stage staff show you how to play with purpose. We will be offering FREE Ages and Stages screenings! Purpose Behind the Play: Whole body development, communication, gross motor, […]
Sunday May 16th Ramadan is over and we’re celebrating Eid al-Fitr at Pretend City! This Muslim holiday is a celebration intended for enjoyment, forgiveness, and feasting. Your little one will enjoy learning about these cultural traditions through activities, books, and more. Purpose Behind the Play: Social and emotional development, collaboration, language and literacy development. Holiday […]
Discover, explore, and celebrate the vibrant and varied American Jewish experience with the Jewish Federation & Family Services and PJ Library. Shavuot is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the sacred gift in the receiving of the Torah. Join us as we gather to learn about this holy holiday as we are joined by Play […]
Thursday, May 20 Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May with a special collection of stories that explore the history, traditions and culture of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Smart Art (Art Studio – Times Vary) Sensational Demonstration (11:00 am) - Calligraphy and Chinese Instrument GuZheng Grown-up Tip: Throughout history, different cultures used different tools to […]
The Third Thursday of the Month | Thursday May 20 |10 AM Mix & mingle with other play-loving parents for Coffee & Conversation, plus you’ll hear from our education & leadership team about our monthly educational focus. Educational Conversation: Why do we focus & advocate for Process Art instead of crafts? Come hear from our Education Department about the significance of […]
Thursday May 27th | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Join us for a special event that provides a sensory inclusive environment for our Neurodiverse children and their families. Children on the Autism Spectrum as well as those with learning disabilities and or differences are encouraged to attend. Explore the city and build social skills together during this dedicated event filled with Autism friendly […]
Thursday, May 27th Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May with a special collection of stories that explore the history, traditions and culture of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Smart Art (Art Studio – Times Vary) Sensational Storytime (11:00 am and 2:00 pm) Play Partner: Korean American Center Grown-up Tip: Different cultures have different music! Expose your […]
Thursdays in June Celebrate Pride and the history of the vibrant LGBTQ+ community this June through a collection of children’s stories that encourage kindness, compassion, & understanding, while also sharing the varied experiences of children with LGBTQ+ identities and families. Sensational Storytime (11:00 am and 2 pm): Gather round Orange Plaza as we read exciting stories that celebrate our Rainbow […]
