"Inspiring Hands" brings the world of community helpers to life for little ones. Each session features real-life heroes—like firefighters, police officers, veterinarians, doctors, nurses, and teachers—who share what they do and why it matters. Through interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and engaging stories, kids will explore the important roles these helpers play in our community. This inspiring program is perfect for curious young minds ready to dream big and learn from the best!

This month, Inspiring Hands is focusing on the incredible gift of sight! In partnership with Bird’s Eye View Optical, we’ll help little ones understand just how valuable their vision is and how to care for it. Through hands-on activities, kids will experience what it's like to rely on their other senses—like using touch to identify objects while blindfolded—before discovering how much sight helps them navigate the world.

Children will take home fun sunglasses and stickers, while parents receive valuable information on the importance of annual eye exams to ensure their little one’s vision stays strong. This session is all about learning, empathy, and community care—because seeing the world clearly makes all the difference!

All-Day Fun:
The excitement doesn’t stop there! Throughout the day, enjoy:
👓 Themed Storytime
👓 Themed crafts
👓 Sensory bin packed with fun surprises
👓 Themed play activities

Don’t miss this chance to meet our community heroes and enjoy a full day of hands-on fun! Mark your calendars and bring the whole family!

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket required!

🍀 Little Leprechauns Bash! 🍀 Get ready for a magical morning of St. Paddy’s Day fun at Wonder! 🌈✨ This event is the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a safe, playful, and enriching environment—plus, parents can relax and soak up the fun while their little ones create magical memories.

Ticket Includes:

• Pot of Gold Treasure Hunt

• St. Paddy’s Sensory Play

• Rainbow Craft Stations

• Storytime

• Mini Dance Party

• Lucky Snack Bar

Admission: $20/child
Time Sessions: 10 am

Ticket required for ALL children (recommended for ages 0-10)!

Limited spots are available—don’t miss out on this magical St. Patrick’s Day celebration!

✨🥧Happy Pi Day! 🥧✨

What is Pi??? Pi (3.14) is a special number we use to measure circles! March 14th is Pi Day (3.14)—a day to celebrate circles, fun, and of course… PIE! 🥧 🔢

While the math might be tricky, celebrating is easy! Join us for a Pi-tastic day filled with:
🔍 A Circle Hunt – Find all the round things at Wonder!
🌟 A Pi Day Sensory Bin – Scoop, pour, and explore!
☕ Special Pi-Flavored Drinks – Tasty treats for kids & adults alike!

Come play, learn, and enjoy a little slice of fun!

Admission to this event is entirely free, making it accessible for all families. Please note that play access is not included. For more on play options, please check out our website. 

Have you ever heard the soothing sound of a traditional cactus rainstick? These beautiful instruments are crafted from cactus reeds, spines, and pebbles to mimic the gentle rhythm of falling rain. While ours won’t be made from cactus, they’ll still create a magical, calming rain-like sound that you can enjoy for hours.

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

Join us on Saturday, March 8, from 9 AM to 1 PM for a Lilla + Rose Sourdough Pop-Up. Lilla + Rose isn't just about bread; it's about crafting culinary adventures that tickle your taste buds and warm your heart. From soul-soothing soups to artisanal loaves that sing with flavor, each bite is a celebration of handcrafted perfection.

Stop by to grab some delicious loafs + treats to take home and enjoy!

Join Us for a Magical St. Patrick’s Day Storytime! Calling all little leprechauns (and their grown-ups)! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us at Wonder

What’s Happening:

• Storytime featuring "How to Catch a Leprechaun"

• Rainbow-themed craft

• Gold coin toss game

• Fun songs and leprechaun magic!

Bring your little ones for a morning of colorful creativity and festive fun! Each child will leave with a smile and a little St. Patrick’s Day surprise.

Admission to this event is entirely free, making it accessible for all families. Please note that play access is not included.

Join us on for an exciting hands-on science activity perfect for curious little minds! This Grow a Rainbow science experiment is a simple, engaging way to explore the wonders of water molecules and capillary action. No explosions or messy chemicals—just a little color, water, and a whole lot of fun!

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

Looking to connect with other parents on the same wild journey of raising a baby? Come to Wiggly Wonder—a meet-up for babies ages newborn-15 months at Wonder, designed for you to find community and make new friends!

Whether you’re new to the area or just looking for other parents to share the highs and lows of baby life, this is the perfect space to meet people who get it. Swap stories, offer support, and laugh together in a relaxed, welcoming environment. 💛

No sign-up necessary—just bring your baby and be ready to meet some new friends!

The event is included with play admission, so it’s the perfect chance to connect while your little one explores. 🧸 As always, ages 0-6 months are FREE!

Looking to find your community while your little one gets to play? Join us for Wiggly Wonder—a monthly gathering for parents with toddlers aged 15 months to 3 years!

Parenting a toddler is an adventure, and it’s even better when you have others to share it with! Whether you’re chasing milestones or managing meltdowns, this is a great place to connect with parents who understand the joys and challenges of raising a toddler. Swap tips, share stories, and build lasting friendships while your child plays and explores! 💛

No sign-up needed—just show up, make connections, and enjoy some time with like-minded parents!

The event is included with play admission, so it’s the perfect chance to connect while your little one explores. 🧸

Join us for a day dedicated to sensory exploration and fun! Our Sensory Play Day is designed to engage your little ones' senses and spark their creativity through various hands-on activities. Let your little ones explore and learn through sensory play!

Why Sensory Play? Sensory play is crucial for children's development as it helps build nerve connections in the brain, supports language development, and enhances cognitive growth. It's also a fantastic way for kids to learn through play in a fun and engaging environment.

Included with play - no additional ticket necessary!

"Inspiring Hands" brings the world of community helpers to life for little ones. Each session features real-life heroes—like firefighters, police officers, veterinarians, doctors, nurses, and teachers—who share what they do and why it matters. Through interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and engaging stories, kids will explore the important roles these helpers play in our community. This inspiring program is perfect for curious young minds ready to dream big and learn from the best!

Join us at Wonder on Thursday, February 20th for a special visit from our local heroes—the City of Fond du Lac Fire + Rescue! 🧑🏼‍🚒👨🏻‍🚒 At 10:30 AM, the firefighters will read a special story and share important fire safety tips with our little ones!

All-Day Fun:
The excitement doesn’t stop there! Throughout the day, enjoy:
🚒 Firefighter-themed crafts
🚒 A sensory bin packed with fun surprises
🚒 Firefighter play-themed activities

Don’t miss this chance to meet our community heroes and enjoy a full day of hands-on fun! Mark your calendars and bring the whole family!

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket required!

Keep the Valentines Day spirit alive! Join our Young Chefs class, where we’ll be making mini heart-shaped pizzas—a fun and delicious way to keep the celebration going!

Included with 60 + min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

🌸 Little Love Fest at Wonder 🌸
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your little ones at our special event filled with love and fun on Friday, February 14 at 9 AM or 1 PM!

✨ What’s Included:

• 💖 Storytime

• 💖 Themed Drinks

• 💖 Cookie Decorating

• 💖 90 Minutes of Open Play

• 💖 Candy Heart Bingo

• 💖 Poppin' Dance Floor

• 💖 Sensory Activities

• 💖 Festive Photo Booth

Join us for a celebration of love, laughter, and connection. Perfect for families with young children looking to make sweet memories! ❤️

Admission: $30/child
Time Sessions: 9 AM - 11 AM or 1 pM - 3 PM

Ticket required for ALL children (recommended for ages 0-10)!

Let your little ones' creativity shine this Valentine's Day! Stop by Wonder anytime during the day to make a special DIY Valentine Card. We'll provide all the supplies—craft paper, stickers, markers, stamps, and more—so your child can create heartfelt, one-of-a-kind cards for their loved ones.

Perfect for all ages, this activity is a wonderful way to celebrate the season of love. Come for the crafts, stay for the fun, food, and cozy cafe vibes! 💌✨

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

Join us for a morning of fluff, fun, and adventure! We're diving into the delightful tale Buffalo Fluffalo by Bess Kalb. This storytime is full of interactive reading, sensory play, and a fluffy craft your child will love!

Come explore the magic of storytelling and make sweet memories with your little one.

Admission to this event is entirely free, making it accessible for all families. Please note that play access is not included.

Looking to connect with other parents on the same wild journey of raising a baby? Come to Wiggly Wonder—a meet-up for babies ages newborn-15 months at Wonder, designed for you to find community and make new friends!

Whether you’re new to the area or just looking for other parents to share the highs and lows of baby life, this is the perfect space to meet people who get it. Swap stories, offer support, and laugh together in a relaxed, welcoming environment. 💛

No sign-up necessary—just bring your baby and be ready to meet some new friends!

The event is included with play admission, so it’s the perfect chance to connect while your little one explores. 🧸 As always, ages 0-6 months are FREE!

Looking to find your community while your little one gets to play? Join us for Wiggly Wonder—a monthly gathering for parents with toddlers aged 15 months to 3 years!

Parenting a toddler is an adventure, and it’s even better when you have others to share it with! Whether you’re chasing milestones or managing meltdowns, this is a great place to connect with parents who understand the joys and challenges of raising a toddler. Swap tips, share stories, and build lasting friendships while your child plays and explores! 💛

No sign-up needed—just show up, make connections, and enjoy some time with like-minded parents!

The event is included with play admission, so it’s the perfect chance to connect while your little one explores. 🧸

Join us for a day dedicated to sensory exploration and fun! Our Sensory Play Day is designed to engage your little ones' senses and spark their creativity through various hands-on activities. Let your little ones explore and learn through sensory play!

Why Sensory Play? Sensory play is crucial for children's development as it helps build nerve connections in the brain, supports language development, and enhances cognitive growth. It's also a fantastic way for kids to learn through play in a fun and engaging environment.

Included with play - no additional ticket necessary!

Share the love with the most important gals in your life by spending a day out on the town in Downtown Fond du Lac!

🌸 What’s Happening at Wonder :
💅 Pamper Yourself: Paraffin + hand massage by Rissaa Jeans Nails
🌷 Flower Bar: Create your own floral arrangement with Airy Point Farms
💎 Permanent Jewelry: Get a custom permanent jewelry piece by A+J Jewels

Celebrate the women who make your world go round! Grab your friends, sisters, moms, grandmas, aunts, cousins, co-workers – ALL of the fantastic ladies in your life, and make plans to head Downtown Fond du Lac to take advantage of this day full of sales, specials, and activities centered around you and your best gal pals.

What better way to honor the connection you have with your lady friends than to treat yourself (and your besties) to a little something special? You deserve it!

See below for a list of participating businesses and specials!

Join us for Tiny Tinkers Thursday, January 23 as we make ski jumping straw rockets! Kids will design their own “skiers” and launch them with straws to see how far their rocket-powered athletes can go. This hands-on activity combines creativity, engineering, and winter fun!

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

Get ready for some frosty fun in Young Chefs this week! We’ll be making super cute snowman snacks using marshmallows and all kinds of yummy treats. It’s the perfect mix of creativity and deliciousness—don’t miss out on this sweet winter-themed activity! 🍡☃️✨

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket required!

Join us for another exciting Young Artists class where we’ll be creating adorable penguins using cotton balls! This fun and creative activity is perfect for sparking imaginations and embracing the winter season. Don’t miss out on the chance to craft your own frosty friend while making memories and having fun! 🎨❄️🐧

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

Ready, set, sing! Introduce your toddler to the power of music and enhance their social and emotional needs at the same time. Ready, set, move! This 20 minute class will help toddlers and young children begin to develop control over small and large body muscles through instrument exploration, circle dances, and creative movement.

Included with 60-min open play session – no additional ticket required.

Join us for a Shape-tacular Storytime on January 9th, 2025!📚🎨
We’ll be reading the fun and colorful “Mouse Shapes” by Ellen Stoll Walsh, where little ones will discover all kinds of shapes, from circles to triangles and squares!

🌟Activities Include:
🔸Shape Sorting Fun
🔸Shape Dance Party (spin like a circle, wiggle like a triangle!)
🔸Shape Collage Craft

Perfect for toddlers who love to move, create, and explore! 💫
Don't miss this shape-filled adventure with your little ones at Wonder🐭💜

Admission to this event is entirely free, making it accessible for all families. Please note that play access is not included.

Calling all curious minds! ❄️✨ Join us for an exciting Young Scientists where we’ll explore the magic of science by creating our very own snow! Kids will learn how to mix simple, safe ingredients to form fluffy and fun snow that they can take home.

Perfect for sparking creativity and curiosity, this hands-on activity will teach kids about chemical reactions in a fun and engaging way. Don’t miss this snowy adventure in the middle of Wonder!

Included with 60+ min of play - no additional ticket necessary!

Unleash your child's inner artist with Wonder’s Young Artist classes! Join us on Saturday, January 4 at 11:00 AM as we welcome Kids on Canvas for a snowman painting! Each ticket guarantees an imaginative journey with a delightful twist, including a refreshing kids' drink (choose from milk, juice, apple cider, or hot chocolate). Engage in a step-by-step painting class with Kids on Canvas, guiding your little one through the creation of a masterpiece. All the required supplies and materials for the painting endeavor are thoughtfully provided, ensuring a hassle-free and joyous artistic experience.

Ticket includes:

• One (1) 8oz Drink Of Choice - milk, juice, apple cider, or hot chocolate

• Step-by-step painting class with Kids on Canvas

• All supplies/materials required for painting completion

Recommended for ages 4 yrs - 12 yrs.

Admission: $28/Child

Ticket required for ages 7 months and up.

Join us for Mr. P's Gym Games, where fitness meets fun in a playful and energetic environment! On Friday, January 3 @ 11 AM, Mr. P will be leading an exciting session of active games designed to keep kids moving, laughing, and enjoying the thrill of physical activity.

Included with 60-min open play session – no additional ticket required.

Happy New Year! 🎉
Wonder will be closed on New Year’s Day to celebrate the holiday. We can’t wait to welcome you back and kick off an exciting new year together! Thank you for being part of our Wonder family. 💫