"Halloween Happenings" at the Detroit Children's Museum

September 14, 2007 -- Detroit -- Kids age 4 and older are invited to join in some pre-Halloween fun while learning how to stay safe, in this season of all things scary, at the Detroit Children's Museum; 12 noon until 2 p.m.; Saturday, October 13, 2007.


"Ghastly Games" is first on the program where your imagination is the only requirement for these spirited activities; followed by "Halloween Safety Tips," featuring guest presenters from the Detroit Police Department, Police Community Services division. Children, parents and caregivers are in for a real treat as officers discuss curfew laws, stranger dangers; and more in a fun and entertaining way. The afternoon ends with assorted "Creepy Crafts" at make and take stations. Kids will create Monster Masks, Little Goblin Treat Bags, and other Halloween things.

Also scheduled is the monthly planetarium show with Carrie Zaitcz. Kids age 4 and older, and their adult chaperones will enjoy learning about the "Autumn Constellations" at an 11 a.m. presentation.
Reservations are required for limited seating.

Admission for the full program is $5. per child for non-members, and $3. per child for members. Pre-registration is required for all programs and activities. Call (313) 873-8100 for reservations information.

The new Children's Museum is located near the New Center area at 6134 Second Avenue, between Amsterdam and Burroughs. Look for "Silverbolt,"
the auto bumper horse, on the front lawn! Museum hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., and 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m., the second Saturday of each month from October through May. General admission to the Museum is free on Second Saturdays.