Healthy Snacks
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June 10, 2025
This week in Food to Grow, come create healthy snacks with us!
Check out a list of our upcoming events below!
Father’s Day at the BFK
Sunday, June 15: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Join us on Father’s Day for an event celebrating fathers and father-figures!
In addition to FREE admission for dads, we have themed activities all day. Show your love and appreciation for dad by making handprint art and Father’s Day cards in The Studio, work together on mini challenges in The Lab, and participate in a photo scavenger hunt around the museum. Take home your artwork and family photos as keepsakes of the memories made with dad.
Purchase Advanced General Admission Tickets
Dino Day
Saturday, June 21: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Dig into the past for a prehistoric adventure on Dino Day!
Join us on June 21 for dino-themed activities and a dino scavenger hunt around the museum. Create artwork with footprint stamps, dig dinos from kinetic sand, and dissolve dino eggs to reveal the dinosaurs inside. Then in Food to Grow, embark on a prehistoric culinary adventure by learning about the dietary habits of dinosaurs, from the fierce appetite of a T-Rex to the gentle grazing of a Brontosaurus. This event is free with the paid price of general admission or a BFK membership.
Purchase Advanced General Admission Tickets
BFK Children’s Parade
Wednesday, July 23: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
You’re invited to participate in the 16th Annual BFK Children’s Parade, presented by ThedaCare! During the parade, kids and their grown-ups stroll through downtown Appleton in themed costumes and non-motorized floats.
The parade kicks off in Houdini Plaza at 6pm. After the parade, join us in City Park for the after-party. Enjoy free activities, entertainment, food trucks, and an award ceremony!
Learn More and Register Here
Walk-up Meal Workshop: Taco Night with Sustainable Kitchens
Thursday, July 24: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
The Building for Kids and Sustainable Kitchens are hosting Taco Night on Thursday, July 24. Walk through a build-your-own taco and taco recipe workshop. Then, enjoy your tacos and play in the museum!
In honor of Children’s Week, this event is free and open to all families.
Learn More About Children’s Week
Building for Grown-Ups:
Lights, Camera, Hollywood
Saturday, August 9: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
You’ve made the Building for Grown-ups: Lights, Camera, Hollywood guest list! Dress up like a movie star or movie character, gather your fellow A-listers, and walk down the red carpet on Saturday, August 9 for an adult-only night full of Hollywood-themed activities, sponsored by TDS.
Compete in a hidden Oscars scavenger hunt, make VIP badges in The Studio, and challenge your cinephile status with movie trivia. Grab a bucket of popcorn and a drink from the cash bar, provided by Stone Arch, and enjoy a film in the Mielke Family Theater. Plus, capture a video of your entourage at the 360 Glam Cam and participate in a raffle for the opportunity to win exciting prizes!
If you pre-register, the cost is $20 per person. Cost at the door is $30 per person. This event is for ages 21+ and a physical ID will be required at check-in.
Register Here
Activities & Events Calendar
For a more comprehensive list of what’s going on daily at the BFK, check out the below calendar. Here you can find details about all of our upcoming events, available programs, and activities in The Lab, The Studio, and Food to Grow! Click on an event or activity to find more information and applicable registration details.
Activities & Events in June 2025
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Healthy Snacks Polymers Polymers
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June 10, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
June 10, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Healthy Snacks Healthy Snacks
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June 11, 2025This week in Food to Grow, come create healthy snacks with us!
Polymers Polymers
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June 11, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
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Polymers Polymers
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June 12, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Taste Testing Taste Testing
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June 12, 2025Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
June 12, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Healthy Snacks Healthy Snacks
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June 13, 2025This week in Food to Grow, come create healthy snacks with us!
Polymers Polymers
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June 13, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Jr. Explorers Meet-up Group Jr. Explorers Meet-up Group
June 13, 2025
The Jr. Explorers Meet-Up Groups are designed for caregivers and kids who have participated in Building for Kids’ Junior Explorers Program or caregivers and their kids who are interested in learning more about the program. Come enjoy songs, stories, activities, and community! These meet-up groups occur every Friday at 10am and are free with the paid price of general admission or a BFK membership.
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Healthy Snacks Healthy Snacks
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June 14, 2025This week in Food to Grow, come create healthy snacks with us!
Polymers Polymers
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June 14, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Welcome Baby Connecting Event Welcome Baby Connecting Event
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June 14, 2025
Are you a first-time parent? Or a soon-to-be first-time parent? Attend a Welcome Baby Connecting Event and receive a free BFK membership! Connecting Events occur the second Saturday of every month in-person at the Building for Kids. During these free events, an expert from one of our partner organizations will lead a conversation focused on babies and parenting.
Learn more and register here!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
June 14, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Healthy Snacks with Dad Healthy Snacks with Dad
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June 15, 2025Today in Food to Grow, come create healthy snacks with dad!
Maker Day with Dad Maker Day with Dad
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June 15, 2025Today in The Lab, work with dad to make Flying Machines and compete in the Marshmallow Challenge!
Sensory Superstars Sensory Superstars
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June 15, 2025
Sensory Superstars consists of a lower-sensory environment at the museum – lower lighting, no music, and certain exhibits will be turned off. This program may also include guests, resources, and sensory-friendly activities. Sensory Superstars occurs the third Sunday of every month from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and is free to families in the Autism community.
Learn more here!
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Polymers Polymers
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June 16, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 16, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
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Polymers Polymers
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June 17, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 17, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
June 17, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Polymers Polymers
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June 18, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 18, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
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Polymers Polymers
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June 19, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Taste Testing Taste Testing
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June 19, 2025Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
June 19, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Polymers Polymers
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June 20, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 20, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
Jr. Explorers Meet-up Group Jr. Explorers Meet-up Group
June 20, 2025
The Jr. Explorers Meet-Up Groups are designed for caregivers and kids who have participated in Building for Kids’ Junior Explorers Program or caregivers and their kids who are interested in learning more about the program. Come enjoy songs, stories, activities, and community! These meet-up groups occur every Friday at 10am and are free with the paid price of general admission or a BFK membership.
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Dino Dine Dino Dine
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June 21, 2025Feast Like a T-Rex or Graze Like a Brontosaurus! During Dino Day, children will embark on a prehistoric culinary adventure by learning about the dietary habits of dinosaurs.
Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs
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June 21, 2025Today in The Lab, dissolve dino eggs to reveal the dinosaur inside.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
June 21, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Polymers Polymers
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June 22, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 22, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
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Polymers Polymers
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June 23, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 23, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
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Polymers Polymers
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June 24, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 24, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
June 24, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Polymers Polymers
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June 25, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 25, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
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Polymers Polymers
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June 26, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Taste Testing Taste Testing
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June 26, 2025Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
June 26, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Polymers Polymers
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June 27, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 27, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
Jr. Explorers Meet-up Group Jr. Explorers Meet-up Group
June 27, 2025
The Jr. Explorers Meet-Up Groups are designed for caregivers and kids who have participated in Building for Kids’ Junior Explorers Program or caregivers and their kids who are interested in learning more about the program. Come enjoy songs, stories, activities, and community! These meet-up groups occur every Friday at 10am and are free with the paid price of general admission or a BFK membership.
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Polymers Polymers
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June 28, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 28, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
June 28, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Polymers Polymers
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June 29, 2025Head to The Lab this week to experiment with Polymers! Activities vary from day-to-day, but may include experiments with slime, Oobleck, polymer putty, leak proof bags, fake snow, and more!
Tortilla Treats Tortilla Treats
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June 29, 2025This week in Food to Grow, get creative with tortillas and make healthy rolled up snacks that are fun and delicious! Learn how to make tortillas from scratch and create your own rolled up recipes.
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Red, White, and Blue Red, White, and Blue
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June 30, 2025This week in Food to Grow, celebrate the 4th of July by making delicious treats using red, white, and blue ingredients.
