WEIRD SCIENCE! MAKING MICE TRANSPARENT

Nov 08, 2024

In a new study, the abdomens of live mice were coated with a mixture of water and a common yellow food coloring, and the effect was see- through skin that allowed researchers to view the animals’ internal organs. The study published in the journal Science in September employs basic physics.

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DEADLINE FOR TFOB YOUNG AUTHOR CONTEST

There is no charge to enter either contest!
Ages K-12 may submit their original stories and poetry, or create original works of art to enter the competition
Young Author winners receive a $100 gift certificate to the UA Campus Store and Young Artist winners receive $100 of art supplies; each are recognized at the Tucson Festival of Books on March 15, 2025.
Deadline to submit entries is December 19, 2024 by 4:30 p.m.

Date:

Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 6:00am to 4:30pm

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PBS KIDS DAY AT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM TUCSON

PBS Kids Day at CMT

Children’s Museum Tucson is partnering with AZPM for PBS Kids Day at CMT!

With an eye toward literacy, we will have exciting events, author reading and PBS Kids characters! The outside event is free; Museum admission is pay-what-you-wish.

Date:

Saturday, November 16, 2024 - 9:00am to 1:00pm

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SWAP MEET AND TRAIN SHOW (TUCSON)

We have emptied our storage container which held many years of donated items.

Most items are being sold as

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a box or plastic container of like items.

Some individual items and new items will be priced.

Outside the museum entrance there will be about 10 tables as well as boxes on the ground.

The store will be full of our new trains and the best used trains.

Date:

Sunday, November 10, 2024 - 10:00am to 2:00pm

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HELLO KITTY CAFE TOUR (TUCSON)

It’s time for the Hello Kitty Café National Tour Event!
Stop by and get your favorite Hello Kitty items and have a snack.
Credit Card Only. No Cash Accepted.
Food and Drink Menu
- 5-piece macaron set: $18
- 3-piece cookie set: $15
- 8-piece madeleine set: $14
- hello kitty cafe giant chef cookie: $15
Merchandise Menu
- 50th Anniversary Keychain: $15
- 50th Anniversary Enamel Pin: $15
- 50th Anniversary Patch Set: $20

Date:

Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00am to 7:00pm

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Holiday Movies!

The holidays are a great time to get together with family and watch a classic holiday movie, or see a brand new film that may turn into a future family favorite. There are a lot of heart-warming, fantasy-inspired and majestic movies coming to cinemas in the coming months. So gather your family and friends, grab some popcorn, and enjoy!

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Ways Kids Can Give

A collection of warm winter accessories, including colorful hats, gloves, scarves, and ear warmers. The items are cozy and made of wool and fleece, with patterns like plaid, stripes, and mixed colors, ready to keep someone warm in cold weather.

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The holidays are here! While many kids are looking forward to feasting and opening gifts with their family, a lot of them also understand that others aren’t so fortunate and may need some help.

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Teen Summits 14 Highest Peaks!

Nima Rinji Sherpa stands on a snowy mountain, wearing a yellow jacket and blue pants. He’s holding the Nepal flag in one hand and giving a thumbs-up with the other. It’s dark around him, and he looks happy and proud.

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On Oct. 9, Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest person to SUMMIT all 14 of the world’s highest peaks—and he is only 18!

The 14 peaks are known as the “8,000ers” because each mountain is at least 8,000 meters tall. That’s more than 5 miles! Only a few dozen people have completed... Read more