| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | This Space For RentPresented by Media Arts Council May 14, 2011 - Ongoing This Space 4 Rent is an annual art exhibit and sale featuring the work of M.A.C. Registry Artists.
This year's event will open during the 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll May 14th ( featuring live music by pianist Anna Jarosz), and continue through May 20th at 300 W. State St. (the end of the trolley line).
Featured work will include original paintings, sculpture, handmade jewelry, photography, mixed media, textile work and more. This is a great opportunity to support local... | Media Arts Council | 05/14/11-
Ongoing | Media |
Summer Bee ProgramPresented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services June 25, 2012 All insects are cool, but bees are especially interesting to watch. Did you know they have two types of mouthparts? Learn about bees and their importance as pollinators. Identify different kinds of bees and "imposters" (flies that look just like bees). Make a bee craft.
For ages 3 and up with an adult. Meet at the pavilions. | Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services | 06/25/12 | Norristown |
Art and Nature Class for ChildrenPresented by Little Sprout's Village March 8-May 24, 2012 We will discover spring as nature slowly awakens from its winter slumber. Your child will explore natural materials including young spring leaves and beautiful spring flowers, delicate peach blossoms and all of the little critters that are returning to the garden. These explorations will be the inspiration for one of a kind 2-D and 3-D art pieces your child will create using a variety of techniques and materials. The goals of this class are to introduce children to the art that can be found... | Little Sprout's Village | 03/08/12-
05/24/12 | West Chester |
Summer Camp at Little Sprout's VillagePresented by Little Sprout's Village June 18-August 17, 2012 Our camps offer a combination of nature, gardening, art and cooking activities that keep children engaged and ensure that they are having a fabulous time. It is our goal to give all the children lots of fun summer memories that they will always remember. Camps are small, creating a fun and engaging experience with activities tailored toward the specific interests of the children. Camps take place outdoors under the canopy of old oak and maple trees. An air-conditioned indoor space is also... | Little Sprout's Village | 06/18/12-
08/17/12 | West Chester |
Summer Camp 2012Presented by Nelly Berman School of Music July 9-August 10, 2012 Travel through the ages and explore great music, art, and film this summer!
The summer camp is open to students ages 8-15 in piano, strings, brass/winds and voice.
Students will be grouped into two different sections each week based on age and musical experience, so you will be learning with other students who are at the same level. This is a very exciting and comprehensive program! In addition to chamber music, music history/theory, and private lessons, there will... | Nelly Berman School of Music | 07/09/12-
08/10/12 | Haverford |
Hand-Eye Collaboration - Exhibition of Stained Glass Windows, Glass Sculpture and Digital PaintingsPresented by Stained Glass Project-Windows That Open Doors April 5-June 4, 2012 Exhibition of stained glass windows created by Germantown High School students in The Stained Glass Project: Windows that Open Doors in theafter-school program of the First United Methodist Church of Germantown in conjunction with the artwork of the founders of the project, Paula Mandel, glass sculptor and Joan Myerson Shrager, digital painter. The proejct is dedicated to the power of art to bring together people of all races, religions, ages and backgrounds. | Stained Glass Project-Windows That Open Doors | 04/05/12-
06/04/12 | Philadelphia |
Skippack First Fridays 2012 at Green Wolf's Village Barn ShoppesPresented by Green Wolf's Village Barn Shoppes May 4-October 5, 2012 Join Skippack on the First Friday of every month as they premiere monthly art exhibitions, as well as the latest works of art by resident artist, Andrea O'Driscoll, owner of Art by Heart Studio and Gallery.
May though November, stroll the village of Skippack and experience the diversity of fine art and live music on various porches, patios and lawns at this upscale event.
For additional information, email or call Craig Wolf at 610-584-6396. | Green Wolf's Village Barn Shoppes | 05/04/12-
10/05/12 | Skippack |
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 |
All About NaturePresented by Alpern Art Studio July 9-July 13, 2012 Let nature be your inspiration as you look at trees, bugs, and butterflies. Draw, paint, and create a 3-D art piece from natural materials. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Dresher |
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 |
Stories and ArtPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 9-July 13, 2012 Listen to wonderful stories for inspiration. Create with pastels, paints, and more! | Alpern Art Studio | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Dresher |
84th Annual Juried ExhibitionPresented by Art Association of Harrisburg May 19-June 21, 2012 A juried exhibition featuring 88 works of art in painting, photography, sculpture and mixed media. The juror was Robert Cozzolino of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art, Philadelphia. | Art Association of Harrisburg | 05/19/12-
06/21/12 | Harrisburg |
Art in the Park!Presented by Queen's Village Neighborhood Association May 19, 2012 Friends of Mario Lanza Park will present the 12th annual Art in the Park in May. This Saturday afternoon will feature local Queen Village artists displaying artwork ranging from paintings, DIY crafts, jewelry and more for purchase. In addition, to support the local arts, for every piece of artwork sold patrons will be entered into a raffle featuring prices from Trinity Framing. Art in the Park will host activities and events for visitors of all ages and interests featuring the Queen Village... | Queen's Village Neighborhood Association | 05/19/12 | Philadelphia |
| Celebrate Arts and Aging- Art Studio Time | Center in the Park | 05/03/12-
05/31/12 | Philadelphia |
| Celebrate Arts and Aging - Arts & Crafts | St. Charles Community Center | 05/01/12-
05/29/12 | Philadelphia |
| Celebrate Arts and Aging - Open Pottery | Center in the Park | 05/03/12-
05/31/12 | Philadelphia |
Summer Music CampPresented by Vacation Music Academy July 30-August 3, 2012 Fine arts summer music camp for children K-6. Classes offered for art, music, theater and dance. | Vacation Music Academy | 07/30/12-
08/03/12 | Mount Holly |
Fun, Fitness, Finance DayPresented by Runnemede Education Foundation June 2, 2012 First Annual Fun, Fitness and Finance Day. Topics related to health, fitness, well-being and finance for the entire family. Plenty of fun things for the kids such as face painting, planting, arts and crafts, martial arts demonstation and much more, keeping the kids busy while the parents enjoy the seminars. Also includes auction baskets and raffles. | Runnemede Education Foundation | 06/02/12 | Runnemede |
Art Classes for Spring & Summer Sign-upsPresented by Diskin-Gallagher Community Arts Center May 7-August 31, 2012 New sign ups for spring/summer Art Classes forming now. Drawing, painting, watercolor, pastel, mosaic, clay and kiln work classes for all ages (children, teens, adults and seniors). Morning, afternoon and evening classes. Most materials provided. | Diskin-Gallagher Community Arts Center | 05/07/12-
08/31/12 | Philadelphia |
Art Classes for ChildrenPresented by Alpern Art Studio May 21-June 11, 2012 Create, learn, and have fun! Explore a variety of art materials and techniques in a small, friendly environment. Use your imagination as you draw, paint and work with clay.
This Monday art class is open to students in grades 3-6. For a full listing of classes, including week-long summer "camps," visit the website.
| Alpern Art Studio | 05/21/12-
06/11/12 | Dresher |
The 4th Annual Wyck Old Rose SymposiumPresented by Wyck Historic House and Garden May 19, 2012 On May 19th, Wyck Historic House and Garden will celebrate its extraordinary rose garden with the 4th Annual Wyck Old Rose Symposium: "Fragrance and Old Roses," presented in partnership with the Heritage Rose Foundation. Wyck’s Rose Garden dates to the 1820s and is recognized as the oldest rose garden in America, with 65 cultivars of old roses currently. This year's symposium features an expanded roster of activities led by experts in the field of roses, including... | Wyck Historic House and Garden | 05/19/12 | Philadelphia |
Clay ConstructionsPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 16-July 20, 2012 Create imaginative constructions in clay. Learn how to build hollow forms using the slab method. Have fun working in a friendly environment!
This clay class is for students ages 7-11.
| Alpern Art Studio | 07/16/12-
07/20/12 | Dresher |
A Passion for FashionPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 23-July 27, 2012 Be your own fashion designer! Decorate flip flops, create polymer clay jewelry, and paint T-shirts inspired by art history. This class is for students ages 7-12.
For a complete listing of our offerings, visit www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/23/12-
07/27/12 | Dresher |
Take Photos and DrawPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 23-July 27, 2012 Make drawings inspired by photos you take with a digital camera. Transfer images using a grid, create fun collages, and get creative making prints. This class is open to students ages 7-12.
For a complete listing of classes visit us on the web at www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/23/12-
07/27/12 | Dresher |
Exploring Your SLR CameraPresented by Tyler Park Center for the Arts May 15-June 12, 2012 This five-week course is designed as an introductory to intermediate level course in photography, with a focus on camera utilization and functionality. Participants should own (and bring to class!) an SLR camera — either film or digital — and have a strong interest in learning more about the various functions of their camera with regard to exposure, digital capabilities, composition and various artistic effects. This course will help you become thoroughly familiar with basic... | Tyler Park Center for the Arts | 05/15/12-
06/12/12 | Richboro |
Clay from around the WorldPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 30-August 3, 2012 Get inspired by pottery from Asia, Mexico, and Africa. Work with slab, pinch, and coil methods to create your own pots based on the ones you like best. Use your imagination to give them your own special flair! This class is open to students ages 7-12.
For a complete listing of our classes visit www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/30/12-
08/03/12 | Dresher |
All Kinds of BooksPresented by Alpern Art Studio August 6-August 10, 2012 Learn how to make books in all shapes and sizes. Explore a variety of techniques for decorating covers and pages. Use your books as journals, gifts, or to write stories. | Alpern Art Studio | 08/06/12-
08/10/12 | Dresher |
All Kinds of AnimalsPresented by Alpern Art Studio August 6-August 10, 2012 If you love animals, this is the class for you! Work with color pencils, pastels, and paints to create a variety of animal. Make some animals realistic, make others fanicful and imaginative. This class is for students ages 4-7.
For a full listing of classes, visit www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 08/06/12-
08/10/12 | Dresher |
Spring Hills Farm Painting Workshop with Francine ShorePresented by Main Line Art Center June 8-June 10, 2012 Just two hours north of Philadelphia, Spring Hills Farm is an exquisite countryside retreat with hills, firs, ponds, and grasses as far as the eye can see...an amazing place to paint. The farm’s 400 acres as well as individual studios and gazebos allow the artist to gather important visual information. All meals are homemade, organic, and served in the warmth and hospitality of the Hull’s family farm. Choose to sleep dormitory style in the bunkhouse or at a nearby Inn (with... | Main Line Art Center | 06/08/12-
06/10/12 | Dalton |
FreePlay on the Parkway Opening EventPresented by Play Inbetween June 2, 2012 Help celebrate the start of a new season with a fun-filled morning at FreePlay on the Parkway.
10-11 am: Fairmount and Queen Village Art Center will lead an engaging art activity for kids of all ages.
11 am-Noon: The Lara and Joe Show will perform a rock and roll show for kids and adult.
As always, events are free and open to everyone. | Play Inbetween | 06/02/12 | Philadelphia |
Philadelphia Museum of Art at FreePlay on the ParkwayPresented by Play Inbetween June 26, 2012 Come join FreePlay on the Parkway for this fun and interactive art project with an art educator from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. | Play Inbetween | 06/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Arts Alive MobilePresented by Main Line Art Center at Various Locations September 12, 2011-September 1, 2012 Main Line Art Center has officially launched On the Road with Arts Alive, an exciting year-long project, sponsored by PNC Arts Alive, taking art "to the streets." Throughout the year, the Arts Alive Mobile will make 2-3 spontaneous and scheduled stops per month at school and community events to engage children in free art activities led by Street Squad Artists. Participants will also have an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative art project and win exciting prizes and... | Main Line Art Center | 09/12/11-
09/01/12 | |
Summer Camp: If it Ain't Baroque! & the Art-ismsPresented by Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village at Various Locations August 13-August 17, 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! 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 | 08/13/12-
08/17/12 | |
TLC Charm Summer Modeling CampPresented by TLC Charm Etiquette & Modeling at Various Locations June 18-August 31, 2012 TLC Charm's 4th Annual Summer Modeling Camp for girls 4 to 11 years old will be held from June 18th through August 31st, 2012. Campers will receive daily instruction in runway, commercial and print modeling, etiquette, manners and protocol, posing for professional photo shoots with Andrea Rose Photography, teen makeup, confidence building, fashion styling, arts and crafts, and much more!
The 4-11 camp has themed weeks and the Summer Modeling Camp for Teens... | TLC Charm Etiquette & Modeling | 06/18/12-
08/31/12 | |
Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft FairPresented by Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen at Montgomery County Community College October 20-October 21, 2012 Soak in the beauty of autumn while shopping handmade inspiration at our most intimate show of the year, 60 booths inside and 20+ booths outside create the perfect mix for your day. Now in its 30th year, the Fall Fine Craft Fair is the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen’s most popular outdoor/indoor festival. The 2012 fair features thousands of designs from independent American artists including furniture, clothing, jewelry, sculpture, and fine art. The Guild is known for uniting... | Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen | 10/20/12-
10/21/12 | Blue Bell |
Art Cloth: An Introduction to Painting and Printing on FabricPresented by Orchard Artworks Gallery at Orchard Artworks June 23, 2012 Don't call this a workshop! In this "play shop," you will see demonstrations of a number of easy fabric painting and printing techniques. There will be ample time to play with materials and create fabric samples. | Orchard Artworks Gallery | 06/23/12 | Bryn Athyn |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 5-August 3, 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.
Museum Explorer Mornings each have a theme including: Red, White and Blue, Summer Sketchers, Mix and Match Animals, Treasure Tales, and "What's My Line?" | Brandywine River Museum | 07/05/12-
08/03/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 12, 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 “Summer Sketchers.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/12/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 19, 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 “Mix and Match Animals.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/19/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 26, 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 “Treasure Tales.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/26/12 | Chadds Ford |
Advanced ExplorersPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 30-August 1, 2012 The three-day Advanced Explorers program has “Brandywine Inside and Out” as its theme. Children ages 9 and older will enjoy guided tours and make art projects inspired by landscape art, the Brandywine Conservancy’s River Trail and native plant gardens. | Brandywine River Museum | 07/30/12-
08/01/12 | Chadds Ford |
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 |
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 |
| Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers at the Katz JCC | Betty and Milton Katz Jewish Community Center | 04/25/12-
05/30/12 | Cherry Hill |
| Abrakadoodle Twoosy Doodlers at the Katz JCC | Betty and Milton Katz Jewish Community Center | 04/25/12-
05/30/12 | Cherry Hill |
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 |
Concrete Columns and Arches Youth ProgramPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum May 19, 2012 Children, ages 8-12, will construct a column supported concrete ceiling using the construction techniques developed by Henry Mercer. Participants will also go on a tour of Mercer's one-of-a-kind castle home. Reservations required. | Fonthill Castle | 05/19/12 | Doylestown |
Fashion Design 3 Ages 12-17Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown August 6-August 10, 2012 Students will create original works of costume art and develop an understanding of fashion marketing and retail sales. This class builds on skills developed in Fashion 2 last summer, although Fashion 2 is not a prerequisite for this class. Students who wish to further develop their creative skills in fashion design, and create more complex fashion projects may repeat fashion 3. Students need to provide at least three yards of fabric and matching thread for their completed fashion projects,... | James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 08/06/12-
08/10/12 | Doylestown |
Fashion Design 2 Ages 10-15Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown July 9-July 13, 2012 Students will be introduced to proportional figure drawing, learn to create an illustration of a fashionable outfit, develop sewing patterns, and create unique fashion and accessory designs. Fashion 1 is not a prerequisite for this class. Students need to provide at least three yards of fabric and matching thread for their completed outfit and handbag, to be modeled on the last day of class. | James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Doylestown |
Fashion Design 1 Ages 10-15Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown June 18-June 22, 2012 Learn what it takes to become a fashion illustrator, including the creation of rough sketches, proportional figure drawing, gesture drawing, color theory, textile design, to a fully executed fashion line. Students will also create several unique fashion accessories. Please bring #18 knitting needles and a skein of yarn to the first class. | James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 06/18/12-
06/22/12 | Doylestown |
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