Spring Break at The Rooms


Date: Apr 7
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: Level 3 Atrium
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Celebrate spring break with us at The Rooms! From March 30th to April 7th, 2024 children 12 and under can enjoy FREE admission to a week filled with fun and creativity.

This year, we're thrilled to partner with Bricks & Minifigs St. John's and NewfoundLUG to bring you an exciting LEGO® brick building event from April 2 – April 7.

Here's what you can expect:

Exhibition of Local Builds: Explore an impressive showcase of LEGO® creations crafted by local enthusiasts.

Builder Spotlight Station: Have burning questions about designs made of LEGO® bricks? Visit our builder spotlight station and chat with members of NewfoundLUG who will share their expertise and passion for LEGO® brick building.

Community Build: Join in on the fun and contribute to our community display! Every visitor will receive a LEGO® brick to add to the display, creating a collaborative masterpiece throughout the week.

Daily Themed Builds: Unleash your creativity with unique themed builds each day in the Open Minds area on Level 3. Here's a glimpse of our daily themes:

  • April 2: Show Us What You’re Made Of - Create a self-portrait with bricks that reflects your personality and style.
  • April 3: Think Outside the Brick - Let your imagination soar as you build abstract masterpieces inspired by patterns, shapes, and colors.
  • April 4: Building House and Home - Design your dream home or construct a cozy space that represents the idea of home.
  • April 5: This is How We Go - Showcase your favorite mode of transportation, whether it's by boat, train, plane, bicycle, or snowmobile.
  • April 6: Beastly Builds - Bring creatures big and small to life with LEGO® bricks. Need inspiration? Visit the "Connections" gallery on Level 3.
  • April 7: Fabricating Foliage - Explore the rich natural world of Newfoundland and Labrador by creating your favorite features of nature using LEGO® bricks.

Don't miss out on this exciting LEGO® event during spring break week at The Rooms. We can't wait to see you!

Don't miss out on this exciting LEGO® event during spring break week at The Rooms. We can't wait to see you! 

LEGO® bricks are for PLAY only! Feel free to be creative, build, and have fun BUT please remember: These bricks are NOT for keeps!


HOLIDAY HOURS

Friday, March 29  Closed in observation of Good Friday
Saturday, March 30  10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, March 31  12 – 5 pm
Monday, April 1   Closed
Tuesday, April 2  10 am – 5 pm
Wednesday, April 3  10 am – 9 pm
Thursday, April 4  10 am – 5 pm
Friday, April 5  10 am – 9 pm
Saturday, April 6  10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, April 7  12 – 5 pm


WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD. Bricks are small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Today's Events & Programs

10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Playdate

Join us for a delightful morning at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.

No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk and drop in anytime between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note that caregivers must accompany their children throughout the session. While our program room can accommodate up to 20 adults with their little ones, if it reaches capacity, we kindly ask caregivers to momentarily step back to make room for others to join in the fun.

The Playdate is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms Members. 

With support from Thomas and Susan (Kent) Foran Family Foundation.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Workshop

Embroidered Holiday Card Workshop

Join us for a special holiday workshop! Learn to make your own embroidered “Happy Holidays” cards featuring a festive wreath and greeting. Your friends and family will love this thoughtful, handmade gift.

Fun for all skill levels.

What to expect:

  • All materials and instruction are provided
  • Tour the holiday trees and décor around the building (photo opportunity)
  • Enjoy a coffee or hot chocolate while you create
  • Leave with a set of embroidered holiday cards

Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Register online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Tour

Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou

In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.

Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.