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.

ITS logo

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.

ITS logo

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Make a tax-deductible donation instead!

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
Steve Hermes, Treasurer
Valerie Attisha, Secretary
Brian Adkins
Stefan Jensen
Kush Kapila
Nan Katona
Robin Keith
Bre Klebanoff
Mae Madge Howard
Marcelle Voorhies Rossman
Debra Roy
Dr. Kimberly E. Vanderbilt

Host Committee

Sabrina Covington
Alissa Hauser
Emilie Hersh
Mae Madge Howard
Nan Katona
Randy Ortlieb

Visionary Sponsors

Nan & Gery Katona

US Bank Logo

Explorer Sponsors

Escondido Community Foundation Logo

In-Kind Sponsors

COX Logo
Paradeigm Films Logo
Ranch & Coast Logo

past

event photos