| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Framing FunPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center May 20, 2012 Create your own beautiful picture frames to show off your favorite photographs to family and friends. It will be a fun, hands-on activity
for you to enjoy on a Sunday afternoon! | Abington Art Center | 05/20/12 | Jenkintown |
KIDFEST + The Plants in ConcertPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center August 2, 2012 Join Abington for an outdoor event featuring hands-on workshops and exhibits, food, games, and live music all tailored to kids. Musical guests, The Plants, are a WXPN Kids Corner favorite and will inspire imagination and creativity with eclectic lighthearted tunes. More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 08/02/12 | Jenkintown |
It's All Greek To Me: Summer Camp 2012Presented by ACPPA Community Art Center at ACPPA Community Art Center July 2-July 27, 2012 In Greece, art and culture have evolved over a period spanning several thousand years. In some ways, it is the birthplace of Western civilization, as we know it, with foundational movements in art, literature, and theater taking root here. This summer, explore those cultural roots.
Each day, participants will meet in age appropriate groups to explore visual arts, dance, music, and theater from 9 am-3 pm. An optional full-day program is available until 3 pm and includes free... | ACPPA Community Art Center | 07/02/12-
07/27/12 | Norristown |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
XPN Welcomes Appel Farm Arts & Music FestivalPresented by Appel Farm Arts and Music Center at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center June 2, 2012 Music on two stages featuring The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dawes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jukebox The Ghost, Rodney Crowell, Cheryl Wheeler, Sara Watkins, Brother Joscephus and The Love Revival Revolution Orchestra, Scrapomatic, Mason Porter and Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why.
To add to the fun and enjoyment for every age, the festival hosts a Children’s Village, with performers and arts activities to delight the young crowd. Scheduled to entertain... | Appel Farm Arts and Music Center | 06/02/12 | Elmer |
Bank of AmericaPresents the Appel Farm Arts & Music FestivalPresented by Appel Farm Arts and Music Center at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center June 2, 2012 Enjoy two stages of exceptional music! Artists appearing include Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dawes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jukebox the Ghost, Rodney Crowell, Cheryl Wheeler, Sara Watkins (of Nickel Creek), Brother Joscephus and the Love Revival Revolution Orchestra, Scrapomatic, Mason Porter, Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why.
XPN welcomes these artists as Gene Shay and Michaela Majoun host the event. A fun-filled day in a beautiful country setting includes crafts fair demonstrations... | Appel Farm Arts and Music Center | 06/02/12 | Elmer |
Bristol Borough's 20th Annual Arts and Crafts FairPresented by Bristol Borough Business Association at Historic Bristol Borough September 15, 2012 (Along with the Annual Italian Day Feastival) Annual arts and crafts festival takes place in September in Historic Bristol Borough along the Delaware River. The Arts and Crafts Fair, along with Bristol's Italian Day Festival, makes a great family day event. For information about being a craft vendor, contact the Bristol Borough Business Association. Quality Artists & Crafters from Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Yersey & New York.
| Bristol Borough Business Association | 09/15/12 | Bristol |
Camp Jam in the Pines 9th Annual Spring JamPresented by Camp Jam in the Pines May 17-May 19, 2012 It's almost that time of year again folks. Camp Jam in the Pines is in its 13th season,and headed for their 9th spring jam.
Thursday starts us off with a pavilion dance party featuring Hog Maw (folkgrass) and Bones Weedsley (jam).
Friday, you’ll be treated to soul, rock, funk and blues featuring Uncle Monster (blues rock), legendary singer songwriter Chris Smither (blues) and Paul Cebar and the Tomorrow Sound (soul, rock and blues). Ending the night will be the huge... | Camp Jam in the Pines | 05/17/12-
05/19/12 | Monroeville |
occupy eARThPresented by Coatesville Area Arts Alliance at eARTh May 19, 2012 What is Occupy eARTh ? A pop-up community mall of creativity and ideas in the spirit of leaderless events of note like Occupy, Fringe, TED, Be-ins, and other flash-happenings.
Earth is our global home. For a moment in time, you can make eARTh your local home.
eARTh (everybody’s ART home) is located on 120 inspirational acres of Chester County parkland* and is the home of creators Deb Kates and Greg Layton and the gallery/cultural center of C3A** in Wild... | Coatesville Area Arts Alliance | 05/19/12 | Wagontown |
Preschool at Darlington Arts Center Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center January 31-May 23, 2012 Ages 3-5.
Introduce your child to writing, counting and a classroom environment through arts-enriched curriculum! Arts-based learning emphasizes creativity, imagination, exploration, and active participation. The arts add depth to fundamental concepts, reinforcing comprehension and memory.
Preschool at Darlington Arts Center includes music, visual arts, creative movement and drama. Music instruction includes listening, singing, moving, and playing rhythm... | Darlington Arts Center | 01/31/12-
05/23/12 | Garnet Valley |
Multidisciplinary Arts Morning for KindergartnersPresented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center February 1-May 23, 2012 Ages 4-6.
Students will engage in the arts as a whole as they spend the morning exploring music, visual art, and creative movement each week. Students will receive a certificate of achievement at the end of the semester.
Class size limited. Pre-registration required. Dress in play clothes and bring a snack. | Darlington Arts Center | 02/01/12-
05/23/12 | Garnet Valley |
Beginner Metal Jewelry Making for AdultsPresented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center April 11-June 6, 2012 Create one-of-a-kind, elegant jewelry out of semi-precious metals such as sterling silver, copper and brass. Techniques covered will include wire wrapping, hammering/forging on a bench block, stamping, drilling, filing, texturing and using metal patinas. Projects will include hand-stamped name necklaces, silver and leather bracelets, and sterling silver hoop earrings.
Bring: chain nose pliers, flat nose pliers, round nose pliers, wire cutter (pliers and wire cutter available as... | Darlington Arts Center | 04/11/12-
06/06/12 | Garnet Valley |
Dog Daddy Fest 2012Presented by DogDaddy.org and Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, The at New Hope-Solebury High School September 9, 2012 DOGDADDY DOG FEST proposes to bring together dog-related experts, vendors, food, and festivities for a weekend of learning, celebration, and "dog-gone" fun! The proceeds pay for the event and give the local rescues and shelters a platform to raise awareness and much needed funds for their organizations. The event takes place outdoors with booths, a main stage, large tents in case of inclement weather, dog demonstration areas, seminars, agility course, pet parade, adoption... | DogDaddy.org | 09/09/12 | New Hope |
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 |
Soft Village: Studio Makkink & BeyPresented by Fabric Workshop and Museum at Fabric Workshop and Museum February 3-June 24, 2012 Soft Village: Studio Makkink & Bey
On view from February 3rd-Late Spring 2012
Opening Reception and Artist Talk:
Friday, February 3rd, 6-8 pm
Artist Talk by designer Jurgen Bey begins at 6:30 pm
The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM) is pleased to present an exhibition by the Dutch design collaborative Studio Makkink & Bey which is led by architect Rianne Makkink (b. 1964) and designer Jurgen Bey (b. 1965)—one of the first Droog Design... | Fabric Workshop and Museum | 02/03/12-
06/24/12 | Philadelphia |
17th Annual Arts in the Park Juried Craft Show & FestivalPresented by Friends of High School Park at High School Park June 3, 2012 17th Annual Arts in the Park Juried Craft Show and Festival is held in lovely High School Park in Elkins Park. Features 50 artisans, live music all day, plant sale, food & refreshments, raffle prizes and children’s crafts & activities. Proceeds benefit the ongoing native plant restoration in the park's 11 acres. High School & Montgomery Roads, Elkins Park. 215-782-8082.Rain date 6/10) 10am-5pm.
| Friends of High School Park | 06/03/12 | Elkins Park |
6th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month FestivalPresented by Governor's Advisory Commission on Asian American Affairs at Franklin Square May 19, 2012 Come celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at Franklin Square!
This free, family-friendly event will highlight history, culture, and traditions of ethnic Asian communities: Cambodian, Chinese, Filipino, Indian Subcontinent, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, and many more. With a stage that will feature song and dance, a kids' fair, and a multitude of vendors, this event is a must-see!
Brought to you by: Pan Asian Association of Greater... | Governor's Advisory Commission on Asian American Affairs | 05/19/12 | Philadelphia |
Tots on Tour!Presented by Grounds for Sculpture at Grounds for Sculpture May 19, 2012 Listen to a story, become park explorers, and make art. Your young child will learn about sculpture from hands-on fun activities especially geared to their learning needs. Lessons and themes change monthly. Children (ages 3-5 only) must be accompanied by an adult.
Space is limited; first-come, first-served.
Rain or shine!
Instructor: Joslyn Johnson. | Grounds for Sculpture | 05/19/12 | Hamilton |
Tots on Tour!Presented by Grounds for Sculpture at Grounds for Sculpture June 23, 2012 Listen to a story, become park explorers, and make art. Your young child will learn about sculpture from hands-on fun activities especially geared to their learning needs. Lessons and themes change monthly. Children (ages 3-5 only) must be accompanied by an adult.
Space is limited; first-come, first-served.
Rain or shine!
Instructor: Joslyn Johnson. | Grounds for Sculpture | 06/23/12 | Hamilton |
| Philaberry Arts & Music Festival 2012 | Historic St. George’s United Methodist Church | 06/01/12 | Philadelphia |
| Coffee and Craft Festival | Homestead General Store and Coffee Roasters | 06/09/12 | Upper Black Eddy |
Seaport Summer CampPresented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum July 9-August 17, 2012 Themes are:
Titanic Week, July 9th-13th
Pirate Week, July 16th-20th
Time Traveler Week, July 23rd-27th
Explorer Week, July 30th- August 3rd
Crisis Response Week, August 6th-10th
Military Week, August 13th-17th
Age range: Children ages 6-12
Examples of Summer Camp Activities:
Boat rides on the Delaware River
Rowing in boats built by our very own Workshop on the Water
Tours aboard two historic ships, USS... | Independence Seaport Museum | 07/09/12-
08/17/12 | Philadelphia |
Interact's Spring FairPresented by Intercommunity Action at Langhurst Mansion May 22, 2012 Come to Interact’s Spring Fair at the historic Langhurst Mansion. Bring your family out to learn more about Interact’s programs and services. Food, fun, prizes, and more! Kid-friendly event.
Call 215-487-0567 for details. | Intercommunity Action | 05/22/12 | Philadelphia |
Philadelphia on ParadePresented by Mann Center for the Performing Arts at Mann Center for the Performing Arts May 19, 2012 You're invited to the 2nd Annual Philadelphia On Parade, a FREE family, friends & fun festival at the Mann!
This year's Philadelphia on Parade will feature more than 800 performing artists on 5 electrifying stages highlighting the diversity of world music with a line-up that includes classical, gospel, spoken word, jazz, rhythm & blues, funk, and rock, global dance ensembles, dance workshops, and a crafts marketplace. CIGNA Children's Pavilion will include storytellers,... | Mann Center for the Performing Arts | 05/19/12 | Philadelphia |
Media 2nd Saturday Arts StrollPresented by Media Arts Council and Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union at Media Borough August 14, 2010 - Ongoing Join the Media Arts Council (M.A.C.) at the monthly 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll in downtown Media, PA.
This family-friendly event feature activities and events designed specifically to engage and excite artists from ages 2 to 200! Enjoy live music, take in visiting artist exhibitions peppered throughout Media's many quaint shops, get inspired with seasonal projects and check out the monthly "special arts event" hosted by MAC. (You never know what they have planned... could be... | Media Arts Council | 08/14/10-
Ongoing | Media |
Mennonite Quilt Lecture: Friends of the Bucks County Historical SocietyPresented by Mercer Museum at Mercer Museum May 21, 2012 Noted collector Paul Flack presents his collection of Mennonite Quilts at the Friends of the Bucks County Historical Society meeting. dessert will be served at 12:30 p.m., followed by a short business meeting and the featured presentation. Program is free and open to the public, but donations received will be used to support future programs and speakers | Mercer Museum | 05/21/12 | Doylestown |
MFCA Miniature Figure Collectors of America Presented by MFCA at Valley Forge Convention Center May 18-May 19, 2012 The “MFCA” Miniature Figure Collectors of America will be hosting their 71st Annual Show and Mart.
The MFCA Show and Mart is one of the largest shows of its kind in the world. There is a large display area of miniature figures and models. Most of the figures are of connoisseur quality, miniature works of art in a variety of scales, from a few inches in height to almost a foot tall. Some are single figures on foot or horse and some are arranged as groups. Others are... | MFCA | 05/18/12-
05/19/12 | King of Prussia |
64th Annual Middletown Grange Fair Presented by Middletown Grange at Middletown Grange Fairgounds August 5-August 19, 2012 Since 1949, features fun for the entire family including children's activities, entertainment, rides, music, commercial vendors, exhibits. plus a wide variety of food and attractions. This year the admittance fee will be $10 per day per vehicle (as many occupants that fit). Sunday admittance fee will be only $5 and veterans will be admitted for free on Sunday. A 5 day pass is also available for $30. The daily pass will allow your vehicle multiple entries throughout the day in which it... | Middletown Grange | 08/05/12-
08/19/12 | Wrightstown |
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 |
Frankford Avenue First FridayPresented by New Kensington Community Development Corporation at Various Locations May 1, 2009 - Ongoing Everyone is invited to join Fishtown and Kensington for a night of art and culture. Gritty neighborhoods with a unique artistic culture open themselves up, with galleries, bars and restaurants open late. Check out the official website for individual gallery listings the week before First Friday. | New Kensington Community Development Corporation | 05/01/09-
Ongoing | |
100 Faces of Bob: Bob Jackson's Amazing Assemblage ArtPresented by Off The Wall Gallery at Dirty Franks Bar at Off The Wall Gallery at Dirty Franks Bar May 7-June 1, 2012 100 Faces of Bob, Off the Wall Gallery's newest exhibition (a very rare solo show), is all about one artist, Bob Jackson, and one medium he relishes, found object assemblages. At turns whimsical, wry, trippy, insightful, nostalgic and more, this diverse collection begs for multiple viewings. | Off The Wall Gallery at Dirty Franks Bar | 05/07/12-
06/01/12 | Philadelphia |
Pearl S. Buck 120th Birthday Quilts and Garden FestivalPresented by Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site at Pearl S. Buck House June 26-June 28, 2012 Pearl S. Buck’s 120th Birthday celebration will feature quilt demonstrations, appraisals, vendors and daily quilt and garden lectures at 11 am. and 2 pm. Tours of Miss Buck’s flower and water gardens will be available. Birthday cake and lemonade will be served on Tuesday, June 26th. | Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site | 06/26/12-
06/28/12 | Perkasie |
Treasures and Traditions Holiday Craft ShowPresented by Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site at Pearl S. Buck House November 23-December 2, 2012 The region’s best artisans and crafters come together for this juried collection of crafts, gifts, fine art and antiques at this popular one-stop shopping holiday show. Luncheon cafe open daily. Gift shop discount available with ticket. | Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site | 11/23/12-
12/02/12 | Perkasie |
Peddler's Village Gingerbread House Competition and Display 2012Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village November 16, 2012-January 5, 2013 Gingerbread Houses compete for over $3,500 in cash prizes in the following categories: NEW! 50th Anniversary; Traditional; Authentic Reproduction of a Significant Building; Go Green; Unusual 3-Dimensional Creation; Student and KidsOnly! A visual delight, the entries are displayed in the Village Gazebo throughout the holiday season. Closed on Christmas Day. | Peddler's Village | 11/16/12-
01/05/13 | Lahaska |
Tour of Inspiration - Wharton Esherick Museum & Historic Yellow SpringsPresented by Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen at Wharton Esherick Museum May 24, 2012 Begin the day with a guided tour through the studio and home of Wharton Esherick. Wharton Esherick (1887-1970) was a sculptor whose unique craftsmanship and designs extended to a multitude of media, with a focus in creating sculptural environments in wood. His hilltop studio and residence is now the Wharton Esherick Museum, with more than 200 of his works on exhibition. It is a National Historic Landmark for Architecture, and has been preserved much as it was when the artist lived and... | Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen | 05/24/12 | Malvern |
Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft FairPresented by Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen at Chase Center on the Riverfront August 4-August 5, 2012 Make someone happy! Whether it’s for a wedding, birthday, anniversary, housewarming present or special thank you, locally-made designer crafts make a great gift with a story that is sure to make someone happy.
The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen celebrates its 6th anniversary as the Brandywine Valley’s largest premier fine craft fair featuring more than 180 independent local and regional craft artists! Loyal art patrons and craft collectors from around the region descend... | Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen | 08/04/12-
08/05/12 | Wilmington |
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 |
Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft FairPresented by Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen at Lancaster County Convention Center November 10-November 11, 2012 Join the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen in downtown Lancaster for a weekend full of premier fine craft made by local and regional craftspeople at this annual event. Explore thousands of the highest quality handmade works with your friends and neighbors in beautiful downtown Lancaster. Enjoy shopping and learning traditional and contemporary crafts with over 130 exhibitors, live demonstrations, and vote in the juried gallery exhibition A Thing or Two as part of the fine craft fair.... | Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen | 11/10/12-
11/11/12 | Lancaster |
Song & Dance Selections from Disney & Broadway Camp (Ages 3-6)Presented by Pennsylvania School of the Performing Arts July 9-July 20, 2012 Two Sessions: July 9th-13th and July 16th-20th, 9 am-Noon
This fun children's Song & Dance selections from Disney & Broadway is a imaginative creative theater arts camp for children 3-4 years and 5-6 years of age (must be toilet trained). The Song and Dance Camp is a fun-filled camp for all children designed to introduce song and dance in an exciting way. In addition to song and dance, children will also have dance-related arts and crafts. Each fun-filled day will... | Pennsylvania School of the Performing Arts | 07/09/12-
07/20/12 | Newtown |
Colonial Day CampPresented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead June 25-June 29, 2012 Students entering fourth through sixth grade in fall 2012 will experience childhood activities and crafts of the colonial period during this hands-on activities camp program. | Peter Wentz Farmstead | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Worcester |
| Sewing Days of Summer | Peter Wentz Farmstead | 09/16/12 | Worcester |
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