The Wonder Grove Participating in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play September 27, 2025 

Global play event presented by Nickelodeon and The Association of Children’s Museums

West Sacramento, CA - The Wonder Grove is excited to announce its participation in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play on September 27, 2025. This global event, presented by Nickelodeon and the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), is dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play and encouraging kids and families to get up, get out, and play together. The Wonder Grove will host this free community play event at Stonegate Elementary in West Sacramento. Families are invited to join the fun by registering online at www.thewondergrove.org.

“Play is a powerful experience that enriches people’s lives in museums, schools, homes, and beyond,” states Arthur G Affleck, III, Executive Director of the Association of Children’s Museums. “ACM is pleased to partner with Nickelodeon on amplifying the importance of play on wellbeing and healthy brain development, and to make learning more effective and joyful for everyone. As children’s museums, we believe in the power of play and we strive to nurture more play and playful learning everywhere we go.”

“When we give children time and space to play, we open the door to discovery and joy. Our Day of Play is all about that, from bubbles and chalk art to painting, slime, and building a cardboard city. Every activity is a chance to create, imagine, and connect as a community,” said Aukje de Jager, Education Manager at The Wonder Grove. Arooj Ahmad, Stonegate Elementary PTO President, said, “Centering the play helps build community when we work together to create literal spaces for joy and creativity to flourish. Our PTO is excited to partner with The Wonder Grove and host this exciting event in West Sacramento.” 

Our World: Worldwide Day of Play is part of Nichelodeon’s Our World global initiative, which aims to inspire children and provide resources to help them develop their individual and collective agency. The Wonder Grove is one of more than 360 ACM member children’s museums who reach millions of families in North America, and over 1,450 museums participating in Museums for All, a national access initiative that managed by ACM.

For a list of all participating Our World: Worldwide Day of Play events and more information about the initiative, please visit www.chiledrensmuseums.org/dayofplay. 

For more information about The Wonder Grove, this or other upcoming events, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.thewondergrove.org or contact Rachelle Ahmad at rachelle@thewondergrove.org. 

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About The Wonder Grove

The Wonder Grove is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization working to build an outdoor space to wonder, imagine, learn, and discover. It will be an immersive outdoor play space where families and children can embrace nature, engage in joyful exploration, and innovative learning experiences in an urban forest setting. Goals include increasing the quantity of play and access to the outdoors, promoting physical and mental wellness, and supporting early childhood development while fostering community. 

About Association of Children’s Museums (ACM)

ACM is the foremost professional society supporting children’s museums in developing rich environments that stimulate children’s natural playfulness, curiosity, and creativity. With more than 470 members in all 50 states and in 19 countries, ACM champions children’s museums and together enrich the lives of children worldwide. As a global leader, advocate, and resource for the field, ACM and our member organizations strive to build a better world for children and serve over 30 million visitors annually. Started in 1962, ACM recently marked its 60th year of impactful service to children, families, and children’s museums.

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