Events   |   End of Summer/Back to School 2008

The summer is ending quickly - don't miss the last few Hot Summer Nights!

Hot Summer Nights (Fridays at the Museum)
Celebrate Hot Summer Nights on Fridays through August 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person. The following themes will be featured on these evenings:

August 22nd -  Crystals and Gemstones
                        Discover the earth's crystals and gems - you'll learn about
                        their unique properties while you experiment, identify, and
                        play with them tonight!

Tickets for Crystals and Gemstones are $5 per person. They may be purchased here and will be held for you at the door.

August 29th  -    Pirates 3: At Summer's End
                        Ahoy... the final chapter of Professor Pennypickle's Science of
                        Pirates. You can't miss it, maties.

Back to School Party for Home Schoolers
Friday, September 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Meet and socialize with other home schoolers on a night just for you as we celebrate getting back to the business of learning and discovery.

The Professor's assistants will show you some cool experiments, set you on scavenger hunts, and involve you in other science related fun to get you in the mood for studying and adventure.

Tickets are $5 per person, and attending this evening entitles you to choose free books from our free used textbook selection! You will also have first choice to purchase other used books which will go on sale to the general public the next morning. If that's not exciting enough, you'll receive a 10% discount on science-based goodies in Pennypickles gift shop this evening to help your teaching (and learning!) become a lot more fun!

Tickets for the Back to School Party for Home Schoolers may be purchased here and will be held for you at the door.

Pennypickle's Used Book Sale for Kids   Saturday, September 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Professor Pennypickle loves and treasures his books (just like you do, right?) but sometimes the volume of his library gets a little overwhelming. His loss is your gain as you discover new treasures to take to your library. Be sure to visit Pennypickles gift shop early to take advantage of these great buys and receive a free gift with your purchase of $20 or more (Saturday only). Remember that proceeds from sales in the gift shop help to benefit events and programming at the Imagination Workshop - thanks for your support!

Food Science - Chocolate
Friday, September 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Beaker talked the Professor into this study... he wants you to learn about the process of making chocolate (but most of all, he wants you to eat it!!) So bring your sweet tooth tonight. Better make your reservations early for this one!

Tickets for Food Science - Chocolate are $5 per person. They may be purchased here and will be held for you at the door.

Studying Bugs and Reptiles Friday, September 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Professor is so fascinated by bugs AND reptiles that he can't choose between them - so you get to learn about both! Be prepared for a really interesting night with maybe some live critters... don't forget to get your tickets early.

Tickets for Studying Bugs and Reptiles are $5 per person. They may be purchased here and will be held for you at the door.

Teacher's Open House
Friday, September 26, 3:00-7:30 p.m.
Teachers, prepare to be amazed! Professor Phineas T. Pennypickle cordially invites you to discover his world of scientific fun and exploration at the Imagination Workshop, Temecula Children's Museum.

We recommend that you attend this evening without children; we want you to visit and learn about this amazing facility and what it has to offer you and your students without too many distractions!

Open House hours are between 3 and 7:30 p.m. - arrive any time between those hours and stay as long as you wish to explore. Refreshments will be served between 6 and 7 p.m.

Home school teachers are very welcome to attend as the guest of the Professor!

Admission is free! (Teachers and home school teachers only.) Regular admission (for the rest of your family, including children) is $5 per ticket.

You must be pre-registered to receive free admission. Call 951-308-6376 to pre-register, or you may do so here:

Pennypickle's special events are fundraisers to help support programs and events at the Imagination Workshop, and will be hosted by the Friends of the Temecula Children’s Museum, a 501 c3 non-profit organization.

Please call Pennypickles gift shop at 951-308-6376 if you have questions about any events, or if you would like to purchase tickets by phone.

Your generous support will insure more fun happenings in the Professor's house and be sure to shop at Pennypickles for fun and unusual toys and gifts! Proceeds from the gift shop also help to benefit events and programs for the Imagination Workshop.

Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to the Friends of the Temecula Children's Museum... you can do it here...