IGNITE THEIR
spark
Saturday, August 29, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
TAKE A JOURNEY THROUGH PLAY
Step into a night of discovery, delight, and play! Journey through the Museum as imagination comes to life and every turn offers something new to explore. Enjoy captivating entertainment, immersive bites, and a celebration of community and curiosity.
All proceeds directly benefit the Museum’s Access for All program, providing subsidized admission and low-cost programs to under-resourced communities.
*Ignite Their Spark is a 21+ event. Interested in childcare for the evening? Complete the online inquiry form!
IGNITE THEIR
spark
Saturday, September 6, 2025
6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
25 years of history made possible by YOU! Join us for an evening of play as we celebrate the last 25 years and toast to the future. Enjoy live music by Summit Drive, hand-crafted cocktails by Snake Oil Cocktail Co., delicious bites from Harvest Kitchen, and dazzling entertainment.
All proceeds from this event will support the Museum’s Access for All program, providing accessible hands-on education to the children in our community.
*Ignite Their Spark is a 21+ event. Interested in childcare for the evening? Complete the online inquiry form!
OUR
mission
The Children’s Museum of Discovery sparks a love of learning so all children can discover their wildest dreams!
We provide accessible admission and low-cost programs to under-resourced communities. We are a vital resource for families and schools seeking high-quality and impactful early educational experiences that help build developmental skills essential for future success. We invite you to join us in our efforts to amplify accessible learning opportunities for all children.
become a 
sponsor
Interested in becoming an event sponsor? Please contact Jackie Arditti at JackieA@visitcmod.org or (760) 233-7755 x1006 for more information.
supporters
and sponsors
Board of Directors
Amanda Flisher, Chair
Marcelle Voorhies Rossman, Chair
Steve Hermes, Treasurer
Valerie Attisha, Secretary
Brian Adkins
Stefan Jensen
Kush Kapila
Nan Katona
Robin Keith
Bre Klebanoff
Mae Madge Howard
Debra Roy
Dr. Kimberly E. Vanderbilt
Host Committee
Cassandra Cope
Sabrina Covington
Apollonia Gallegos
Mae Madge Howard
Nan Katona
Bre Klebanoff
Randolph Ortlieb
Jim Woods
Discover Sponsors
Nan & Gery Katona
Explore Sponsors
Event Partners
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