Tanabata, also known as the Star Festival, is a Japanese festival celebrated every July. This festival celebrates the legend of the deities Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the stars Vega and Altair), who are separated by the Milky Way, and are only allowed to meet once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month of the lunisolar calendar. Drop-in between 1 and 3 p.m. to make a traditional Tanzaku wishing ornaments and learn about this wonderful festival.
Honey Hoopla
"Bee" amazed at this two-day festival celebrating the fascinating world of bees August 16 and 17. All activities included with general admission! Create fun bee crafts, meet a beekeeper, and sample honey and more.
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Thomas & Friends
Visitors climb aboard a large model of Thomas the Tank Engine, race trains along a giant track, work together to sort and load cargo and maintain engines. Open through September 8.
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Our Backyard and H2Oh! Open
Visit our outdoor sensory garden and water play area for an exploration of natural elements, encouraging everyone to step outside the comfort of plugged-in lives to our messy, wondrous world. Open weather permitting.
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Visit LICM as many times as you'd like in an entire year! With a friendly escape from summer heat, new traveling exhibits each season, and benefits including dozens of free programs, LICM membership is one of the best values in town.