FEATURED EVENTS

Join the Museum and the Raleigh Astronomy Club to help you see the big picture — of the Universe! From virtual crafts and activities to moon zooms, lectures to LEGOs, space enthusiasts of all ages will find something to do at Astronomy Days. This year Astronomy Days is VIRTUAL! Join us for 7 days of astronomical programming!

As the owner of the Minnesota Vikings for the past 16 years, Mark Wilf has led a transformation of the organization, building a team that consistently competes for championships, providing the best in class fan experience, positively impacting the Minneapolis-St. Paul community, and growing the game of football. Join Commonpoint Queens for an inspirational evening with Mark Wilf and Ken Berger, award-winning sports journalist, taking questions from YOU.

Will you be a Crewmate or and Imposter?!?! This PNO takes place in a space-themed setting where players each take on one of two roles, most being Crewmates, and some being Impostors. Will you guess who the impostor is before it’s to late?!?! Join us for real life and virtual Among Us games! Bring your electronic device, but also be ready to take down real life imposters!

Tennessee Storytime: "Dragon Dance, A Chinese New Year Book." The Chinese New Year starts on February 12 this year. Come read with us as we learn more about this special holiday!

Join us on Zoom to follow the lives of our fish from baby to adult, get a sneak-peek into our Hatch House, and watch a feeding frenzy in an outdoor pond!

Get Out and About and enjoy some public skating! Make sure to grab your priority fast pass ahead of time: http://ow.ly/s5uP50CX1HV

Join us for Arbor Day – a fun, free celebration of trees! Enjoy informative booths and tree hikes on our trails, grab a tree craft to make at home, visit the Discovery Room to learn how trees help humans, and learn about local tree species from our Botany Display. Masks are required in our Nature Center building and highly recommended when visiting our outdoor booths.

Second Generation Theatre and Theatre of Youth have collaborated to create an interactive theatre experience for theatre patrons ages 5-12. ONCE UPON A TIME is a 40-minute musical presented via ZOOM. It follows traditional fairy tale characters as they learn about inner strength and becoming the heroes of their own stories. An upbeat, high energy musical with captivating melodies, ONCE UPON A TIME empowers children to proudly be themselves. **ONCE UPON A TIME requires parental participation! Parents/guardians will receive an email with information on setting up some magical items before the show for your child to discover during the performance.**

Though reptiles and amphibians are seldom seen this time of year, late winter is a great time to try and find salamanders. Join staff naturalist John Carey to learn about our local salamanders and then explore the park areas where they might be found. Reservations required beginning Wed., Jan. 13 by calling 281-446-8588.

Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month by challenging yourself to go the distance. Run or walk the I Have a Dream Half Marathon, 10K or 5K! Help support our charity partner, Back on My Feet, and sign up for your favorite distance today. Register to run, then run or walk the distance and submit your results by the end of February 2021.

It’s time to head outside and explore the starry skies! Join our planetarium educators on Facebook Live as they take you on a journey of what’s currently visible in the evening skies. Together, we’ll explore the sky above Minnesota, including seasonal constellations, the Moon, and visible planets. There’s something in the sky for everyone! Don’t forget to bring your questions, as we’ll save time for Q & A. Be sure to download your own current Minnesota Skies Guide. https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/star-map/ All ages

It's the last day of the month, but it's also Hot Chocolate Day! We are celebrating this delicious day with Mexican Hot Chocolate Donuts. Add a little heat to your donuts or leave it out - either way, this class is going to leave you with a smile and a full belly! Students will be guided through the recipe, live & step-by-step, by our culinary instructors.

Kickstart 2021 as CultureFest! takes over January with virtual events leading up to Lunar New Year, a festive holiday celebrated in many Asian cultures. In partnership with Send Chinatown Love.