| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Children's Summer Theater Camp Presented by Marple Newtown Players June 25-June 29, 2012 Under the direction of Thomas-Robert Irvin, campers will start their day with theatre games and warm-ups to get to know each other. From there, they will work in groups where the fun continues.
In the June session they will adapt the stories of Hans Christian Andersen (known for such classic tales as The Little Mermaid, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Thumbelina and The Emperor’s New Clothes) into short plays which they will perform in a showcase for... | Marple Newtown Players | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Swarthmore |
Corked & Forked Tasting ClassPresented by Wine School of Philadelphia at Wine School of Philadelphia June 29, 2012 Join the Wine School to sample pairings from the Corked & Forked cookbook, by Wine School founder and former executive chef, Keith Wallace. This class takes you through a menu of fun, easy-to-prepare dishes with delicious wine pairings. A rare treat for food and wine aficionados! | Wine School of Philadelphia | 06/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Magical Land of Fairies - Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-8)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 25-June 29, 2012 Use your imagination to design and paint your very own magical fairy house using found objects and natural materials right from Patterson Farm. Then, create a beautiful fairy to accompany your house using clothespins, yarn, fabric and paint. Last, we’ll add a special touch of fairy dust to finish it off! Teaching Artist: Heather Saltzman
| Artists of Yardley | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Yardley |
Beginner's Fashion Camp - Summer Art Camp (Ages 9-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 25-June 29, 2012 Design an outfit! Drawing, basic sewing and creating outfits with accessories will be done during the week. Bring in jeans and a tee shirt that can be altered. Create your own fashion designs that can be worn during the summer. Teaching Artist: Christina Harrison | Artists of Yardley | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Yardley |
Dragons, Monsters, & Creatures - Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-8)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 25-June 29, 2012 Dragons, monsters and creatures, oh my! We will dare to explore the wild variations and mutations that make up all the features and forms of monsters. Experimenting with new designs for eyes, teeth and torsos of these imaginary beasts, we will create our very own. Teaching Artist: Robert Esposito Jr. | Artists of Yardley | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Yardley |
Cartoon Magic - Summer Art Camp (Ages 9-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 25-June 29, 2012 Here’s your chance to learn to draw specific cartoon features such as eyes, nose and mouth. Learn the basic fundamentals of cartooning and create your own imaginative characters. Using humor and exaggeration, students will learn how to portray emotion and create their very own storyboards. See your storyboards come alive as you ink and color your finished drawings! Teaching Artist: Heather Saltzman | Artists of Yardley | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Yardley |
Shapes, Texture, & Patterns - Summer Art Camp (Ages 9-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 25-June 29, 2012 Be inspired by the natural world around us. Use materials from nature such as leaves seeds and vegetables to incorporate their organic patterns into art. Learn to use shapes, patterns & textures found in nature to create your own designs. Teaching Artist: Smita Rao | Artists of Yardley | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Yardley |
Summer Camp: The Innovative ItaliansPresented by Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village at Queen Village Art Center June 25-June 29, 2012 Your child will beam for weeks about their awesome adventures at art camp while the confidence and creative skills they develop will last a lifetime. The Art Center nurtures the whole child and celebrates the creative process!
New this year, they'll offer some week of the camp as half-days (available only on select weeks).
These dynamic summer camps explore theme-based programming in a wide range of 2- and 3-D media balanced with time outside the studios. Adventures include... | Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Phildelphia |
Hagley's Civil War Summer CampPresented by Hagley Museum and Library at Hagley Museum and Library June 25-June 29, 2012 The War Between the States will come alive once again at Hagley! The Civil War Summer Camp will find kids drilling daily, sending signal messages, and reenacting key battle maneuvers using water balloons for ammunition. Campers will make Civil War rations, learn period dances, and march in a grand parade for their parents. A highlight will be a visit to Fort Delaware, a crucial defensive site for Wilmington. | Hagley Museum and Library | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Wilmington |
2012 Summer Theater Workshop 1 (ages 8-11)Presented by Town and Country Players, Inc. at Town and Country Players Theater June 25-June 29, 2012 Come join our talented staff of directors, musicians, and dancers for an exciting and educational look at theater. Workshop participants will explore the enchanting world of theater through sessions in improvisation, acting, vocal instruction, audition technique, hair and make-up, dance, slapstick comedy, lighting, set design and stage combat. For each workshop there will be a culminating performance where participants will have an opportunity to demonstrate their... | Town and Country Players, Inc. | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Buckingham |
Philadelphia International Music FestivalPresented by Philadelphia International Music Festival at Bryn Mawr College June 16-June 29, 2012 Featuring members of the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra, including Assistant Conductor Cristian Macelaru, the Philadelphia International Music Festival (PIMF) is open to instrumentalists of all ages and skill levels ages 8 to 18, with a separate program for college students and young professionals. Students attending the festival choose to participate in one of three key programs: PIMF Symphony Program, Solo Performance Preparation Program, or College Auditions Preparation Program,... | Philadelphia International Music Festival | 06/16/12-
06/29/12 | Bryn Mawr |
Drop-in ZUMBA® Fitness Class in University CityPresented by www.phillyzumba.com at University City Arts League May 7-June 29, 2012 Shimmy, shake and groove to the hottest international party music! You don't have to be a dancer to enjoy a ZUMBA® fitness class! Drop-in class, no registration necessary. Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. | www.phillyzumba.com | 05/07/12-
06/29/12 | Philadelphia |
ZumbaPresented by First Position Dance Arts January 18-June 30, 2012 Zumba® Fitness – When participants see a Zumba class in action, they can’t wait to give it a try. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and their energy levels are soaring! There’s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating, often building a deep-rooted community among returning students.
| First Position Dance Arts | 01/18/12-
06/30/12 | Ardmore |
California Guitar Trio WorkshopPresented by Sellersville Theater 1894 at Sellersville Theater 1894 June 30, 2012 The California Guitar Trio is Paul Richards of Salt Lake City, Bert Lams of Belgium and Hideyo Moriya of Japan. Although they first met in England in 1987 while studying with iconic King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp and toured as part of Fripp’s League of Crafty Guitarists, the three convened in L.A. Together, their technical wizardry is breathtaking, as they perform everything from unique originals to dazzling, cleverly-arranged interpretations of jazz, classical and even surf... | Sellersville Theater 1894 | 06/30/12 | Sellersville |
Potting in Place - Clay Making Intensive WorkshopPresented by Events at Cheltenham Center for the Arts June 9-June 30, 2012 Pennsylvania is not only a rich and vibrant place for ceramic artists and clay culture, but is also the source of some rich clay deposits that allow you to create 100% handmade work!
Willi Singleton is a knowledgeable advocate of locavore artistry, and offers this workshop in which students will connect clay and glaze making with the local environment – learning to make pots from materials harvested in and near Berks County.
June 9th: Class will meet at Pine... | Events | 06/09/12-
06/30/12 | Cheltenham |
Aromatherapy for the Summer on the Mainline, PAPresented by Heart Centered Wellness June 30, 2012 Breathe in and relax with this wonderful workshop on the basics of essential essences. Learn what you need in your first aid kit for the summer and skin basics.
Must love aromatherapy—this class is very aromatic! | Heart Centered Wellness | 06/30/12 | King of Prussia |
Watercolor Techniques for Painting Grounds For Sculpture’s Landscapes Presented by Grounds for Sculpture at Grounds for Sculpture June 9-June 30, 2012 It is hard to imagine a more beautiful landscape to paint than Grounds For Sculpture’s! This watercolor workshop is great for both beginners and intermediate painters. Topics include painting sky, water, trees, and foliage, and creating the texture of grass and rocks. Beginners will learn basics from decoding your paint tube to mixing colors. More experienced students will refine their skills by learning techniques such as spattering, scraping, spritzing, and sponging as demonstrated... | Grounds for Sculpture | 06/09/12-
06/30/12 | Hamilton |
Outdoor Flying Trapeze Lessons Open for Spring SeasonPresented by Fly School Circus Arts May 5-June 30, 2012 Fly through the air with the greatest of ease! Get your feet off the ground on the flying trapeze! Fly School Circus Arts opens their fourth spring season of outdoor flying trapeze lessons.
Northern Bucks County provides a beautiful backdrop for learning to swing in the open air! Two-hour lessons are offered three times a day (exact times TBA), Wednesday through Sunday. Lessons are open to adults and children, ages six and up.
“Flying trapeze lessons are a... | Fly School Circus Arts | 05/05/12-
06/30/12 | Upper Black Eddy |
Wine 101: Intro to WinePresented by Wine School of Philadelphia at Wine School of Philadelphia June 30, 2012 If you are new to the study of wine—or simply new to the Wine School of Philadelphia—this class is for you. Here, you will experience each of the Wine School’s hallmarks: dispelling industry rumors, banishing popular wine myths, and delivering information in an easy-to-understand manner. The first step in the Learn About Wine series, this class was developed by a U.C. Davis winemaker and honed over ten years of university-level teaching experience. It represents a singular... | Wine School of Philadelphia | 06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Restore Bodywork & ReflexologyPresented by Restore Bodywork & Reflexology April 5-June 30, 2012 This therapy seeks to open the body from holding patterns through focus on the shoulders, neck, back/hips and legs/feet. There is also an increased awareness on clients breathing and healing from repetitive movements. The recipient of this massage feels a tremendous sense of deep relaxation while feeling energized and rejuvenated.
| Restore Bodywork & Reflexology | 04/05/12-
06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Drawing and Painting: Open StudioPresented by Woodmere Art Museum at Woodmere Art Museum May 5-June 30, 2012 With a particular focus on using their materials to think and see visually, students will work toward a strong understanding of two-dimensional construction and form. Discussion and critiques will be offered weekly, with a special guest critique from noted painter Bill Scott. All levels welcome. | Woodmere Art Museum | 05/05/12-
06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Introduction to Alternative ProcessesPresented by Project Basho at Project Basho June 16-June 30, 2012 In this three-week introductory course, students will learn more about pinhole photography, cyanotypes, salt prints, and Van Dykes.
Since Henry Fox Talbot began working with salt prints in the 1830s, photographers have been pushing the medium in every direction imaginable. Using many of the fundamental elements of chemistry and physics, alternative processes allow photographers to explore and experiment, using the medium to create unique images. | Project Basho | 06/16/12-
06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Digital SLR in PracticePresented by Project Basho at Project Basho July 1, 2012 This one-day class is for those who took our Digital SLR Tutorial, or skilled photographers who want to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
Each session travels to a different shooting location, such as the Historic District or Reading Terminal Market, where students apply key concepts in real time.
Students will combination aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, focal length, and white balance in various lighting conditions. They'll also experiment... | Project Basho | 07/01/12 | Philadelphia |
Introduction to Large Format PhotographyPresented by Project Basho at Project Basho June 17-July 1, 2012 Through mini lectures, in-depth demonstrations and hands-on shooting experiences, students will learn the techniques and skills required to work with large format cameras. We'll explore how camera movements affect perspective control; how to focus the view camera; and how to use meter for accurate exposures. Students will be encouraged to think about ways to advance their individual aesthetic and conceptual goals.
We'll also discuss practical matters that arise when using the... | Project Basho | 06/17/12-
07/01/12 | Philadelphia |
PA Burlesque FestivalPresented by Jim Thorpe Burlesque, LTD at TLA - Theatre of the Living Arts June 29-July 1, 2012 The PA Burlesque Festival is an entire weekend dedicated to the classic art of the striptease. Popular from the 1920s through the 1960s, Burlesque (and its comedic counterpart, Vaudeville,) is riding a wave of resurgence as audiences seek more variety and less controversy. Au Buchon steps up yet again to meet this demand with two upscale Burlesque shows at the TLA.
The Burlesque Gala on Friday, June 29th is headlined by international performer Jacqueline Hyde, with acts by Au... | Jim Thorpe Burlesque, LTD | 06/29/12-
07/01/12 | Philadelphia |
Collage and Mixed Media Studio Intensive Workshop Presented by Main Line Art Center at Main Line Art Center June 18-July 2, 2012 Explore your personal style with one-on-one and group critiques. Master your choice of media using professional collage and mixed media techniques. Be inspired by the work of Bearden, Miro, Matisse, Conrad Marca-Relli, Rauschenberg and Ray Johnson. Work on paper, board, or canvas—realistic or abstract—in an encouraging and developmental atmosphere. Painters, printmakers, and collage artists welcome. Classes take place at Main Line Art Center.
Please note, there is no... | Main Line Art Center | 06/18/12-
07/02/12 | Haverford |
World Arts Celebrations Themed Summer CampsPresented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 2-July 3, 2012 For centuries, the Japanese have celebrated the beautiful cherry blossoms, or sakura, that bloom each spring. Take part in this exploration of beauty, creating painted depictions of the flowers and acting out Japanese tales and legends about the famous blossoms. Campers will also dance to traditional Japanese music, as well as contemporary J-Pop and learn traditional songs.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/02/12-
07/03/12 | Garnet Valley |
World Arts Celebrations: Cherry Blossom Festival - Summer Arts Camp (M/T, Ages 5-7)Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 2-July 3, 2012 For centuries, the Japanese have celebrated the beautiful cherry blossoms, or sakura, that bloom each spring. Take part in this exploration of beauty, creating painted depictions of the flowers and acting out Japanese tales and legends about the famous blossoms. Campers will also dance to traditional Japanese music, as well as contemporary J-Pop and learn traditional songs.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/02/12-
07/03/12 | Garnet Valley |
World Arts Celebrations: Cherry Blossom Festival - Summer Arts Camp (M/T, Ages 8-12)Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 2-July 3, 2012 For centuries, the Japanese have celebrated the beautiful cherry blossoms, or sakura, that bloom each spring. Take part in this exploration of beauty, creating painted depictions of the flowers and acting out Japanese tales and legends about the famous blossoms. Campers will also dance to traditional Japanese music, as well as contemporary J-Pop and learn traditional songs.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/02/12-
07/03/12 | Garnet Valley |
World Arts Celebrations: Cherry Blossom Festival - Summer Arts Camp (M/T, Ages 3-5)Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 2-July 3, 2012 For centuries, the Japanese have celebrated the beautiful cherry blossoms, or sakura, that bloom each spring. Take part in this exploration of beauty, creating painted depictions of the flowers and acting out Japanese tales and legends about the famous blossoms. Campers will also dance to traditional Japanese music, as well as contemporary J-Pop and learn traditional songs.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/02/12-
07/03/12 | Garnet Valley |
Fonthill's Old-Fashioned 4th of July CelebrationPresented by Fonthill Museum at Fonthill Castle Museum July 4, 2012 Fonthill re-creates an early 20th century old-fashioned 4th of July celebration on the grounds of the castle. Family-friendly activities include watermelon-eating contests, sack races, tug-o-war, cake walk, music and more.
| Fonthill Museum | 07/04/12 | Doylestown |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 5, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project. Today's topic is “Red, White and Blue.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/05/12 | Chadds Ford |
World Arts Celebrations: White Nights Festival - Summer Arts Camp (Th/F, Ages 5-7)Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 5-July 6, 2012 “Travel” to St. Petersburg for Russia's largest arts festival which takes place every summer when the sun is up for a full 24 hours! Campers explore Russian music, dance and drama as performed each year at the Mariinsky Theatre, and create artwork based on the Scarlet Sails celebration's stunning fireworks display.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit of these artistic events at Darlington Arts... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/05/12-
07/06/12 | Garnet Valley |
World Arts Celebrations: White Nights Festival - Summer Arts Camp (Th/F, Ages 8-12)Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 5-July 6, 2012 “Travel” to St. Petersburg for Russia's largest arts festival which takes place every summer when the sun is up for a full 24 hours! Campers explore Russian music, dance and drama as performed each year at the Mariinsky Theatre, and create artwork based on the Scarlet Sails celebration's stunning fireworks display.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit of these artistic events at Darlington Arts... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/05/12-
07/06/12 | Garnet Valley |
World Arts Celebrations: White Nights Festival - Summer Arts Camp (Th/F, Ages 3-5)Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center July 5-July 6, 2012 “Travel” to St. Petersburg for Russia's largest arts festival which takes place every summer when the sun is up for a full 24 hours! Campers explore Russian music, dance and drama as performed each year at the Mariinsky Theatre, and create artwork based on the Scarlet Sails celebration's stunning fireworks display.
The arts are used in community celebrations in every culture around the world. Tap into the festive spirit of these artistic events at Darlington Arts... | Darlington Arts Center | 07/05/12-
07/06/12 | Garnet Valley |
2D & 3D Toy Design - Young Artists CampPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
2D & 3D Toy Design Camp:
Imagine, draw and create your own three-dimensional toys that are unique and different from any that you would find in the stores.
| Abington Art Center | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Jenkintown |
Summer Art Camp-Home is Where the Art IsPresented by Main Line Art Center at Main Line Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 At Summer Art Camp at Main Line Art Center, young artists (ages 4-13) thrive as they are immersed in a world of imagination! Each session includes high-quality instruction through unique projects inspired by our community. Campers explore the fundamentals of drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, mixed media and jewelry and metals with professional Teaching Artists in a fun and relaxed environment. Camp is broken down into age groups with low student to teacher ratios to ensure that... | Main Line Art Center | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Haverford |
Summer Camp: Art Extremes: Oldies, Opposites, & Oddities!Presented by Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village at Queen Village Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Your child will beam for weeks about their awesome adventures at art camp while the confidence and creative skills they develop will last a lifetime. Art Center nurtures the whole child and celebrates the creative process! These dynamic summer camps explore theme-based programming in a wide range of 2- and 3-D media balanced with time outside the studios. Adventures include the Philadelphia Museum of Art (Fairmount campers), South Street area galleries (Queen Village campers), art in the... | Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Phildelphia |
Teddy Bear Picnic - Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-8)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Students will bring their favorite teddy bear to class as inspiration in exploring the art of shape, texture, and line and to create drawings and still life paintings of their teddy bear muses in pencil, charcoal, pastel and tempera paint/mixed media. We will have a teddy bear picnic on the last day of camp. Teaching Artist: Jo-Ann Osnoe (No Class July 4th) | Artists of Yardley | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Yardley |
3-D Bugs & Lizard Sculpting - Summer Art Camp (Ages 8-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Exploring the grounds of the Art Center, we will examine and observe different species of the local creepy crawlies, specifically the
bugs and lizards! We will learn from their bodies, wings and legs all about proportion, balance and shape. Then using techniques such as coil, we will combine different shapes to create sculptures of our own 3-D bugs and lizards, as well as create individual habitats for their exoskeleton creations. Teaching Artist: Robert Esposito Jr. (No... | Artists of Yardley | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Yardley |
Draw Animals & People - Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-8)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Learn to draw starting from basic shapes to create animals like giraffes, lions, horses and a variety of more. Learn how to draw people running, sitting and other positions. The final drawing will be a scene of animals and people together. Teaching Artist: Teaching Artist: Christina Harrison (No Class July 4th) | Artists of Yardley | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Yardley |
About Sports - Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-8)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey and more will be the focus of the works of art in this course. You will learn about different sports and choose your favorite ones to create a painting of a sports scene, a pastel drawing of sports equipment and a colored pencil drawing of yourself playing sports. Teaching Artist: Christina Harrison (No Class July 4th) | Artists of Yardley | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Yardley |
Origami - Summer Art Camp (Ages 9-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Learn from the Asian art of paper folding and create beautiful 3-D pieces from colorful papers. You will make different types of Origami folds and modular pieces. By the end of the week, you will be able to follow printed directions, make traditional designs and create display pieces such as flowers and origami sculpture. Join us! Teaching Artist: April Zay (No Class July 4th) | Artists of Yardley | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Yardley |
Printmaking with Unusual Objects - Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-8)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Let’s go on a nature walk! We’ll go on a hunt for objects to use for prints. Learn about basic printmaking by starting with foam, sponges and cardboard, but then we’ll use grass, rocks, or whatever else we find that will create beautiful shapes and textures. Turn your favorite (or even not-so-favorite) prints into a final masterpiece! Teaching Artist: Amy Julin (No Class July 4th) | Artists of Yardley | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Yardley |
Clay Cookie JarsPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 2-July 6, 2012 Make a big cookie jar for the cookie monster in your house! And make a cup and plate to go with it.
For ages 7-12. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Dresher |
First Friday EventPresented by Wine School of Philadelphia at Wine School of Philadelphia July 6, 2012 Signature drinks, top spirits, killer beers, and premier wine selections: Welcome to a Speakeasy Education! On First Fridays only, the Wine School offers its most fun and relaxed tasting event. Tonight, they'll roll up the carpets, move the furniture, and open up our Bacchus and Franklin classrooms for two hours of delicious sips. Come with friends—or plan on making a few new ones—as you mingle in their Rittenhouse digs. | Wine School of Philadelphia | 07/06/12 | Philadelphia |
Tea CeremonyPresented by Shofuso Japanese House and Garden at Shofuso Japanese House and Garden July 8, 2012 Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony led by the Urasenke tea master. Learn about the history and principles of chanoyu (tea ceremony), drink a bowl of matcha (green tea) and taste a seasonal sweet. This tea ceremony is conducted by Taeko Shervin, an Urasenke tea master who has introduced guests at Shofuso to Japanese tea ceremony for over 30 years. She was recently honored by the Urasenke school of chanoyu in Kyoto, Japan for her lifetime devotion to the Way of... | Shofuso Japanese House and Garden | 07/08/12 | Philadelphia |
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Center City District at Sister Cities Park July 9, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry.
This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.
| Philadelphia Parks & Recreation | 07/09/12 | Philadelphia |
8-week Brand New Beginners series in South Philadelphia with Jennifer NehilaPresented by Wake Up Yoga at Wake Up Yoga South July 9, 2012 Walking into a yoga class for the first time can be an intimidating experience. You may feel you're not flexible enough, not strong enough, or not calm enough to make it through an entire class. This series has been created just for YOU! An embracing environment awaits in which you can engage your mind and body in a study of your self, discovering breath and movement in a non-competitive and nurturing environment. | Wake Up Yoga | 07/09/12 | Philadelphia |
Acrylic Painting on Untraditional Surfaces WorkshopPresented by Main Line Art Center at Main Line Art Center July 9, 2012 Learn the challenges of painting on an unfamiliar surface as you experiment with a variety of tools to apply acrylic paint to plexi glass. Explore the techniques and benefits to paint in reverse on plexi, where the viewer can appreciate the beauty of your first stroke, rather than the last as in traditional painting. Discover the translucent qualities that the materials offer as you take exciting risks and develop your painting skills. Plexi may be purchased from the instructor. | Main Line Art Center | 07/09/12 | Haverford |
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
