BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Great River Children's Museum - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://greatrivercm.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Great River Children's Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260914T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260818T153141Z CREATED:20260818T153141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T153141Z UID:10000125-1789380000-1789387200@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:Coffee and Community Volunteer Time DESCRIPTION:Due to Labor Day\, we are moving this event to the SECOND Monday of the month. Thank you for your interest!  \n  \nJoin us for Coffee & Community Volunteer Mondays at Great River Children’s Museum! Volunteers gather while the museum is closed to support the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the magic of play going strong. \nThese “back-office” volunteer opportunities may include sewing and mending\, gardening\, organizing materials\, prepping program supplies\, light cleaning\, decorating\, and other special projects that help prepare the museum for another exciting month of play. Whether you enjoy hands-on projects\, creative tasks\, or simply spending time in community with others\, there is always something meaningful to do — and always coffee brewing. \nMore volunteer information here! \nInterested in applying for volunteer work? Fill out the form here! URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/coffee-and-community-volunteer-opportunity-sept14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260915T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260915T110000 DTSTAMP:20260817T211405Z CREATED:20260817T211245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T211405Z UID:10000120-1789462800-1789470000@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:Busy Bodies: Dots on the Move! DESCRIPTION:So many little circles for little explorers to catch!\nCrawl to dots\, step on them\, reach for them\, and roll balls between them as we create a collaborative dot experience! \nBusy Bodies is a drop-in experience series that’s all about movement with our birth to age three guests! We’ll crawl\, climb\, balance\, roll\, dance\, mirror movements and play with soft materials during this six week play-and-grow adventure! \nEach week has a different theme\, but maintains a familiar rhythm each session. Hop in when you can make it\, or visit every week — the choice is yours! Connect with other caregivers with a coffee social adjacent to the movement zone so you can engage with your little explorers and your community at the same time. Come move with us! URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/busy-bodies-dots-on-the-move/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260921T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260818T151744Z CREATED:20260818T151744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T151744Z UID:10000124-1789977600-1790614800@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:CLOSED for a Deep Cleaning Week DESCRIPTION:During this week (Sept 21-28)\, GRCM will be closed to do a thorough deep clean of the entire facility! With the help of our volunteers and staff\, we’ll be working hard to complete major cleaning projects that require a big team\, a bit of elbow grease\, and a week to work. We appreciate your understanding\, and can’t wait to get lots and lots of cleaning done with the time we have! \n  \nIt’s worth the wait: something new will be here when we’re done!\nMembers will get an opportunity for a sneak peek! \n  \nWe’re excited to see you when we reopen on the 29th!  \n  \nThis project is part of the 2026 United Way Days of Caring event. Thank you to the volunteers who have signed up to help us!\nWhile we already have the volunteers we need to tackle our projects\, there are plenty of other organizations still looking to fill out their roster. If you’re interested in supporting your community\, consider checking out their website! URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/closed-for-deep-cleaning-sept21-27/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260912T173340Z CREATED:20260305T151759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T173340Z UID:10000054-1790380800-1790467199@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:3rd Annual Game Night Gala DESCRIPTION:We Detect Fun Ahead!\nJoin us for the 3rd Annual Game Night Gala\, an evening of mystery\, games\, and philanthropy\, all in support of the POWER OF PLAY.\n  \nHosted at Great River Children’s Museum \nSaturday\, September 26 | Doors Open 5:30pm \n  \nGuests will step into a playful night of clues\, challenges\, and killer entertainment – while helping advance the museum’s mission. Featuring delicious eats and drinks from Jules’ Bistro\, and a special immersive murder mystery experience Gnarly Bard Theater. Go all in and solve the mystery\, or sit back and enjoy the show – your detective style is your choice! \nEvery ticket\, game\, and moment of generosity helps bring meaningful play experiences to children and families in our community. \n  \nSchedule of Events \n5:30PM |  Doors open  \n6:00PM |  Murder mystery game begins  \n7:45PM |  Brief program & final plea from the suspects \n8:20PM |  Find out Whodunnit  \n8:30PM |  Exclusive access to the brand new exhibit opening at GRCM & special performance \n\n\n \n \nSponsorship Agents\nPresenting Agents: Glen Palm & Jane Ellison\nLead Detectives\nRick & Helga Bauerly\nTom & Janet Grones\nExhibit Reveal Sponsor\n \nKey Witnesses\n \n \nBob & Penny White\nInformants\nFalcon National Bank \nMike & Rose Windschitl \nInterested in Sponsorship?Connect with our Development Director\, Lacey Solheid to learn more.lacey.solheid@GreatRiverCM.org  \nDirect: 320-200-4110 ext.105  \n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\n How does the murder mystery work? \nWe are working with Gnarly Bard Theater to put together the murder mystery. Throughout the night\, you’ll have a chance to interview and interrogate the suspects so that you can solve the mystery. Make sure to stick around for the program so you can hear the final plea from each of the suspects. \n Do I have to perform as a character? \nAttendees of the Game Night Gala will not have to perform as part of the murder mystery. Participation in the murder mystery is encouraged but totally optional! URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/3rd-annual-game-night-gala/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T120000 DTSTAMP:20260901T162908Z CREATED:20260517T151311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T162908Z UID:10000096-1790409600-1790424000@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:GRCM in the Wild: St. Cloud Farmer's Market DESCRIPTION:Find the museum out in the community this summer at local Farmers Markets! Stop by our booth for playful hands-on activities and information about upcoming programs and events at the museum. Perfect for families looking to explore\, create\, and connect while enjoying the market. URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/grcm-in-the-wild-st-cloud-farmers-market-sept26/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260928T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260928T120000 DTSTAMP:20260703T152158Z CREATED:20260318T195202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T152158Z UID:10000059-1790586000-1790596800@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:Members Only Monday DESCRIPTION:We’re opening our doors on a Monday — just for members! \nJoin us for a special morning designed exclusively for our member community. With fewer visitors and a relaxed pace\, it’s a great opportunity to enjoy a quieter\, more spacious play experience and spend dedicated time exploring the museum together. \nWe’re grateful for our members and excited to offer this special opportunity as a way to say thank you for supporting playful learning at Great River Children’s Museum. \nNot a member yet? There’s still time to join and enjoy this special event — plus unlimited play all year long. \n👉 Become a member today URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/members-only-monday-september/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260929T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T110000 DTSTAMP:20260818T143720Z CREATED:20260818T143535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T143720Z UID:10000121-1790672400-1790679600@greatrivercm.org SUMMARY:Busy Bodies: Morning Wiggles DESCRIPTION:On National Coffee Day\, wake up and wiggle with us with a playful grown-up-and-me morning!\nWake\, stretch\, stir\, shake\, pour\, and dance while connecting with other caregivers over coffee (or maybe another warm beverage)! \n  \nBusy Bodies is a drop-in experience series that’s all about movement with our birth to age three guests! We’ll crawl\, climb\, balance\, roll\, dance\, mirror movements and play with soft materials during this six week play-and-grow adventure! \nEach week has a different theme\, but maintains a familiar rhythm each session. Hop in when you can make it\, or visit every week — the choice is yours! Connect with other caregivers with a coffee social adjacent to the movement zone so you can engage with your little explorers and your community at the same time. Come move with us! URL:https://greatrivercm.org/event/busy-bodies-morning-wiggles-sept29/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR