October Events

SPECIAL EVENT
Slither and Squeak: Sunday, October 26, 2008
1-4 pm; Wear your Halloween costume to a spooky science spectacular at Coyote Point Museum on Sunday, October 26. Discover the secrets of animals that slither, squeak, creep and crawl. Take a closer look at live animals as well as skeletons and skins. Explore the science of special effects and try making your own haunted house of squeaks, creaks, slime and ooze. Learn about lightning and make some electric inventions of your own. In addition to these special activities, we’re hosting some special guests, including live native bats. So slither or squeak in for this exciting day. You might just decide that snakes, skinks, tarantulas and other “creepy critters” have a softer side. Fun for the whole family, admission to this exciting one-day event is included with Museum admission.

ECO-GINGERBREAD DESIGN CHALLENGE 2008: Entry form due by December 7th
Entries on display December 13-27; The annual gingerbread display has been a beloved part of Coyote Point Museum’s history for 28 years. In an effort to better "walk our talk" as an environmental education institution, last year we added an eco-twist to the event by encouraging participants to think "green" and create an environmental exhibit. Continuing this new tradition, this year we have three categories from which to choose: Eco-Edifice, Wildlife Habitat and Fairytale House.; Entries will be on display in the Environmental Hall from Saturday, December 13th through Saturday, December 27th. Entry form with fee to Coyote Point Museum by December 7, 2008.; Click here to download the Rules and Entry Form.

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Ongoing Exhibits
The Discovery Lab: Discover something new at Coyote Point Museum! Test an exhibit prototype, build a magnetic sculpture, create a recycled masterpiece, examine a snakeskin, or see plants grow without any dirt. Discovery Lab contents change frequently, so you can learn something new each time you visit.

A Family Favorite: River Otter Feeding - FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION: Daily at 12:30 pm Always a family favorite, watch our frisky River Otter frolic and play during the daily feeding. Observe our otter in his habitat from BOTH above ground and through the underwater observation window!

Keeper Talk - FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION: Daily at 11:30 am (EXCEPT SUNDAYS)Ever wonder the difference between an endangered or threatened species? Why does a badger dig or a coyote howl? Come meet our Coyote Point Museum keepers as they discuss a different animal every day and answer your questions about animal behavior.

NEW! DISCOVERY CLASSES: September 18th - November 22nd; Morning & afternoon sessions; Coyote Point Museum's new after-school and weekend Discovery Classes for pre-K to 4th graders use the same approach as our summer camps - getting down and dirty with nature and scientific investigations to discover nature's diversity.; Sign up early! Like our summer camps, we expect our Discovery Classes to fill up quickly.; For more information and registration, click here.

WILDLIFE SHOWS AT COYOTE POINT MUSEUM
SEE SCHEDULE BELOW:: Every Wednesday and Friday at 1:30 pm Every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm; PAWS AND CLAWS
Are you an Animal Planet fanatic? Can't get enough facts on critters furry or feathered? Then come join us in our Wildlife Theater and learn facts about our own non-releasable animals, endangered species or majestic birds! Show themes will vary so you can learn something new every time your visit. Suitability: People of all ages who are awed by animals.

FREE Wednesday: Wednesday, October 1, 2008; Free admission on the first Wednesday of every month.; $5 parking fee for non-members at park entrance.

Tuesday Tales:
Story time in the Book Nook!: Every other Tuesday
October 7th, 21st at 11:00 am Enjoy an enriching story, animal presentation and exploration activity. Great for children 2-8 years old and their caregivers. Meet in the Book Nook.

Toddler Tuesday:
"Night Time Creatures": Tuesday, October 14th, 28th
10:00 am - 12:00 noonHoo Hoo Who do you think is active at night? Discover how our nocturnal animals have adapted to the darkness, test your own senses to see how you measure up and make your own animal creation from re-purposed materials.
Toddler Tuesday is a unique hands-on, environmental education-themed, early childhood program. On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month (except where noted), Coyote Point Museum hosts this activity from 10 am -12 noon for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Toddler crafts, exploration activities, and live animal presentations are part of this program. Each month has a different theme. $5.00 fee. Check the Museum entrance for the activity locations. Come join in the fun!