Week of Events
Flat Stanley – Presented by the Pittsburgh International Children’s Theatre
A whirlwind musical travelogue based on the bestselling book by Jeff Brown, Stanley (the ultimate exchange student) explores the globe and learns that heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Showtimes Fri, Apr 10, 2015 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM Sat, Apr 11, 2015 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM Sun, Apr 12, 2015 11:00 AM…
Children’s Book Festival of Johnstown
The 7th Annual Children’s Book Festival of Johnstown is April 10-12, 2015 at BOTTLE WORKS, 411-413 Third Avenue, Johnstown. The event is FREE and FUN for kids of all ages. Friday: 6 – 8:30 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday: 12 – 4 p.m.
Sunday, April 5, 2015
- April 5, 2015 -Easter Bunny Dinner Cruise
Easter Bunny Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a buffet style dinner aboard the Gateway Clipper Cruise! EASTER DINNER MENU Hand Carved Rosemary Encrusted Roasted Strip Loin of Beef served with a Demi Glaze Virginia Ham with Pineapple & Dijon Mustard Glaze Garlic Crusted Breast of Chicken in a Creamy Parmesan Sauce Traditional Rice Pilaf Steamed Green Beans with Tomatoes Garden Fresh…
Monday, April 6, 2015
- April 6, 2015 -Science Fun Days – Day Camp at Carnegie Science Center
Science Fun Days – Day Camp at Carnegie Science Center
Just for kids ages 4–10, Holiday Camps are in session when school is out! Campers will play in the exhibits, see a laser show or live theater show, participate in a one-hour workshop, plus see an Omnimax movie. April 3rd and 6th, 9 am - 3 pm each day Full day (ages 6–10): 9 am…
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
- April 7, 2015 -Growing Up Together for Daughters and Parents
Growing Up Together for Daughters and Parents
Designed for parents and their 8 to 11-year-old daughters, Growing Up Together for Daughters is a three-hour discussion session that covers the physical and emotional changes accompanying reproductive development, provides mature information about male and female anatomy, reproduction (including brief definitions of intercourse), and healthy lifestyles habits, and opens the door to further communication at…
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
No events on this day.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
- April 9, 2015 - RecurringPreschool Explorers at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Preschool Explorers at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
The Preschool Explorers program at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh meets Thursdays and provides an opportunity for children to explore and learn based on Common Core Standards used in Pennsylvania schools.
Friday, April 10, 2015
- April 10, 2015 -Pittsburgh Mills Sky Trail Opens
- April 10, 2015 -Youth Make: Three Ring Circus (10+) at the Children's Museum
- April 10, 2015 -Science Sleepovers at the Carnegie Science Center
Pittsburgh Mills Sky Trail Opens
Pittsburgh Mills Sky Trail adventure is a 2 level, indoor ropes course designed for people of all ages. The 2 level Sky Trail adventure ropes course & Sky Rail zip line for participants 48" and over. Admission is $14. Sky Tykes ropes course is specifically for kids under 48" tall. Admission is $7.
Youth Make: Three Ring Circus (10+) at the Children's Museum
During the Children's Museum's Youth Program, children will have the opportunity to explore with themed hands on activities. April 10th - Youth Make: Three Ring Circus (10+): Experiment with green screen special effects, sew juggling balls, create carnival games and more! Tickets to this event are sold separately from museum admission. Pre-registration required. Space is…
Science Sleepovers at the Carnegie Science Center
Carnegie Science Center will offer an overnight opportunity to children and their families. All Science Center sleepovers include: Themed activities Omnimax movie Planetarium or laser show Live theater show Science workshop Sleeping among our exciting exhibits Official Science Center patch Late-night snack Continental breakfast Free admission for the day following the sleepover, including Highmark SportsWorks®…
Saturday, April 11, 2015
- April 11, 2015 -Ninja Turtle Birthday Party at TOONseum
- April 11, 2015 -Mini-Factory at the Mattress Factory
- April 11, 2015 -Lowe’s Build & Grow
- April 11, 2015 -Let’s Move! Family Dance Party
- April 11, 2015 -Super Science Series: Earth Day and Spring Soil Spectacular
- April 11, 2015 -Cranberry Area Food and Folk Festival
Ninja Turtle Birthday Party at TOONseum
The ToonSeum is throwing a birthday party for the Ninja Turtles and you're invited! Come meet the Turtles and join the fun. Help us sing Happy Birthday to our Heroes in a Half Shell. We will have birthday cake, pizza (of course), and refreshments. We'll play games, root for our favorite (real) turtle to win…
Mini-Factory at the Mattress Factory
The Mattress Factory Art Museum has created an interactive learning program designed specifically for children ages 3-5 years old and their parents and/or caregivers that uses contemporary installation art as the basis for enabling exploration. FREE + museum admission not required. RSVP to education@mattress.org as space is limited.
Lowe’s Build & Grow
Build and Grow Clinics are free to the public and occur select Saturdays at 10am.
Let’s Move! Family Dance Party
Welcome the spring season with kid-friendly music spun by DJ, dancing, hands-on art activities, and more. Toddlers and families can put a little spring in their step with: Jump rope and hula hoop games Performances by Trevor C. Dance Collective and Sankofa Village for the Arts Family-friendly music with special guest DJ and emcee Lauren…
Super Science Series: Earth Day and Spring Soil Spectacular
Celebrate the earth and its vast riches with the museum! See what humans can do to help the planet. Uncover the secrets of soil from microscopic life to mysterious metals. Meet soil scientists, hunt for nematodes, and get some gardening advice.
Cranberry Area Food and Folk Festival
For the whole family, ethnic food sampling, demonstrations, games, music and dance performances from countries around the world & much more, noon-5pm. Free admission!