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Watch Thomas and Friends “A Big Day for Thomas” episodes in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.

Watch Bread Comes to Life in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. From the sowing of the seeds to the shaping and baking of the bread dough, Lily Tomlin beautifully narrates each step of bringing bread to life. This ALA Notable video is based on the book by George Levenson and features original music by George Winston.

Presidents’ Day is almost here! Learn a little about what our founding fathers might have been like as children in this fanciful film based on the multi-award-winning book by Lane Smith.

In this beautiful short film, three imaginary kingdoms – Red, Blue, and Yellow – engage in a colorful battle for supremacy. In the process, the warring kingdoms accidentally create the first rainbow and discover friendship and peace.

Rainbow War was rated among the top five attractions at Expo’86 in Vancouver and is one of the only World’s Fair films to be nominated for an Academy Award®. You might recognize some familiar faces…though a bit younger!

Watch “Rainbow War” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. In this beautiful short film, three imaginary kingdoms–Red, Blue, and Yellow—engage in a colorful battle for supremacy. In the process, the warring kingdoms accidentally create the first rainbow and discover friendship and peace.

Rainbow War was rated among the top five attractions at Expo’86 in Vancouver and is one of the only World’s Fair films to be nominated for an Academy Award®. You might recognize some familiar faces… though a bit younger!

Watch “Rainbow War” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. In this beautiful short film, three imaginary kingdoms–Red, Blue, and Yellow—engage in a colorful battle for supremacy. In the process, the warring kingdoms accidentally create the first rainbow and discover friendship and peace.

Rainbow War was rated among the top five attractions at Expo’86 in Vancouver and is one of the only World’s Fair films to be nominated for an Academy Award®. You might recognize some familiar faces… though a bit younger!

Watch “Snowflake Bentley” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Based upon a Caldecott Medal-winning book by Jacqueline Briggs Martin, this 16-minute film brings Mary Azarian’s beautiful illustrations to life in this true story of William “Snowflake” Bentley. Bentley was fascinated with snowflakes, spent years drawing and photographing them, and brought the beauty and wonder of Vermont snow to people all over the world. After watching the film, we will make some beautiful snowflakes of our own in this signature winter activity.

Watch “Snowflake Bentley” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Based upon a Caldecott Medal-winning book by Jacqueline Briggs Martin, this 16-minute film brings Mary Azarian’s beautiful illustrations to life in this true story of William “Snowflake” Bentley. Bentley was fascinated with snowflakes, spent years drawing and photographing them, and brought the beauty and wonder of Vermont snow to people all over the world. After watching the film, we will make some beautiful snowflakes of our own in this signature winter activity.

Watch “Snowflake Bentley” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Based upon a Caldecott Medal-winning book by Jacqueline Briggs Martin, this 16-minute film brings Mary Azarian’s beautiful illustrations to life in this true story of William “Snowflake” Bentley. Bentley was fascinated with snowflakes, spent years drawing and photographing them, and brought the beauty and wonder of Vermont snow to people all over the world. After watching the film, we will make some beautiful snowflakes of our own in this signature winter activity.

Watch “The Day of the Dead/El Dia de los Muertos: A Bilingual Celebration” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Follow two youngsters in a celebration of their ancestors on this vibrant Latin American holiday. Luscious collage illustrations and poetic text create a colorful tribute. English and Spanish versions are recounted side by side. Narrated by Rita Moreno.

Watch The Pumpkin Circle in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. This story of a pumpkin patch follows a bugs’ eye view and a birds’ eye view as it grows and changes, from seeds to plants to pumpkins ready to harvest to jack-o-lanterns and then to seeds again.

Watch The Pumpkin Circle in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. This story of a pumpkin patch follows a bugs’ eye view and a birds’ eye view as it grows and changes, from seeds to plants to pumpkins ready to harvest to jack-o-lanterns and then to seeds again.

Watch Bread Comes to Life in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. From the sowing of the seeds to the shaping and baking of the bread dough, Lily Tomlin beautifully narrates each step of bringing bread to life. This ALA Notable video is based on the book by George Levenson and features original music by George Winston.

Watch “Snowflake Bentley” in the Theatre at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Based upon a Caldecott Medal-winning book by Jacqueline Briggs Martin, this 16-minute film brings Mary Azarian’s beautiful illustrations to life in this true story of William “Snowflake” Bentley. Bentley was fascinated with snowflakes, spent years drawing and photographing them, and brought the beauty and wonder of Vermont snow to people all over the world. After watching the film, we will make some beautiful snowflakes of our own in this signature winter activity.

What? Magic? This is supposed to be Music Fun Under the Sun! This clever illusionist has tricked his way into the summer lineup! Again! At least now we know he can do much more than merely befuddling CDM staff! If you like magic as much as I do, don’t miss magician Spencer Grey!

Spencer Grey is a magician/comedian who began performing magic at the age of 7. The young trickster continued to develop and grow, has been featured on local TV and stages across the country, and created his own company which provides entertainment for schools, libraries, and private functions including top Fortune 500 companies.

Bring your picnic lunch (or purchase a bite at the Museum’s FoodShed) and join us in the Museum’s outdoor Cadence Amphitheatre for a live lunchtime musical experience on select Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays throughout the summer!

Amphitheatre opens at 12:00 noon and concerts begin shortly thereafter.