We’re excited to share that the Morgridge Family Foundation has generously pledged a $50,000 matching gift to support our Annual Appeal! This gift means that every dollar donated to the Annual Appeal will be doubled, amplifying the impact you can make on our programs, community initiatives, and inclusive, play-based learning experiences we provide for children […]
Character Events are Back! We have an exciting lineup of storybook stars coming to visit the BFK this fall! Once per month, we host character events that include pizza, after-hours playtime, storytimes, themed activities, and plenty of photo opportunities with a famous storybook character. Our fall events include: October: PJ Party with Llama Llama November: […]
September is Member Appreciation Month! We’re excited to dedicate the month of September to celebrating our incredible members! Our members are at the very heart of the Building for Kids. Every visit and moment of discovery is enriched because of all the families who choose to be a part of the BFK community. You […]
Coming to the BFK September 21 – January 4! The Building for Kids is excited to be opening new traveling exhibit, The Amazing Castle™, on Sunday, September 21! In this exhibit, families will be immersed in a magical castle village, learning what it’s like to be a part of a medieval community. Featuring costumes, props, […]
You’re invited to participate in the 16th Annual BFK Children’s Parade, presented by ThedaCare, on July 23! Get your crew, costumes, and creativity ready because the BFK Children’s Parade is returning on Wednesday, July 23! During this annual tradition all about celebrating the kids in our community, families and groups stroll through downtown Appleton in themed […]
More days, more play! As school wraps up and summer begins, the Building for Kids is excited to add Mondays to our hours of operation! Starting June 2 and continuing through the end of August, we’ll be open every day of the week from 9am – 4pm, giving your family even more opportunities to visit […]
Introducing our newly renovated quiet room! Designed to better support the autism community and those with sensory sensitivities, we recently opened a brand-new quiet room called the Space Station! The room, now equipped with a fresh coat of paint, updated lighting, new furniture, and enhanced self-regulation tools, embodies a space theme throughout it. The space […]
Join us for a summer of fun and exploration! We’re thrilled to bring back our Summer Explorer Camps for 2025 with some exciting changes! Similar to last year, Summer Explorer Camp will run throughout July and August and will continue to provide children with an unforgettable experience, blending hands-on learning, social engagement, and free play. […]
Adult-only nights at the BFK are back! Introducing Building for Grown-Ups, our 2025 series of adult-only nights at the BFK! We’re kicking off this series with Building for Grown-Ups: Agents + Aliases, a spy-themed event taking place on Saturday, February 1 from 6 – 9pm. During this night of espionage and excitement, you’ll get to […]
Inspiring the next generation of change makers! From parks and recreation centers to schools and nonprofits, we have so many wonderful places to be grateful for in our community. But all of these places, including the Building for Kids itself, wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for those who decided that they were going to […]
