Frankford Avenue First Friday

05-01-2009 - 01-01-2037

Friday

New Kensington Community Development Corporation

http://www.frankfordavearts.org

Various Locations -

Admission: All events are free

Start Time(s): **First Fridays only Galleries typically open between 5pm-6pm 5:30pm is suggested as the best time to arrive

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

A variety of original artworks are featured in this juried outdoor exhibition including paintings, drawings, photographs, jewelry, sculpture and contemporary crafts There will also be live entertainment and activities for kids Free admission and parking

First Fridays

10-02-2009 - 05-07-2010

Friday

Khmer Art Gallery

http://www.khmerartgallery.com

Khmer Art Gallery - 319 N 11th Street Philadelphia PA 19107

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 5-8 pm

Khmer Art Gallery invites the public to attend First Friday Open Houses, the first Friday of every month, complete with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and cultural discovery Attendees will browse Khmer’s extensive collection of Cambodian art including an astounding assortment of sculptures, paintings, bronze and silver castings, jewelry, textiles and the city’s largest collection of Buddhas Plus, attendees will even have a chance to try one of many Cambodian instruments

"Traditions in Art” links the aesthetic aspect of art with ways of seeing over time and place Through instruction, students are encouraged to look into the interrelationships among traditions as well as how artists have adapted and interpreted relevant traditions for their own expressive needs Through study and observation during classroom sessions and aided by visits to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and The Barnes Foundation, participants will strengthen and deepen their understanding and conversancy with aesthetic analysis Forty two Act 48 credit hours are provided through the sponsorship of the Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts *Successful completion of Part I: Informed Perception is a prerequisite for this course Please contact the office for an application or visit the Violette de Mazia Foundation website by clicking here

Scarecrow Competition and Display

09-06-2010 - 10-24-2010

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Peddler's Village

http://www.peddlersvillage.com

Peddler's Village - Route 202 and Route 263 Lahaska PA 18931

Admission: FREE

Start Time(s): 10 am

Bigger-than-life scarecrow creations are displayed throughout the Village and compete for $5,000 in cash prizes Vote for your favorites! These exceptional pieces of American folk art are displayed in the following categories: Extraordinary Contemporary; Traditional/Whirligig; KidsOnly!; Quite the Character; Keystone Krow; and Group Free admission and parking For more info, call 215-794-4000

Gingerbread Competition and Display

11-19-2010 - 01-01-2011

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Peddler's Village

http://www.peddlersvillage.com

Peddler's Village - Route 202 and Route 263 Lahaska PA 18931

Admission: FREE

Start Time(s): 10 am-8 pm

Annual Gingerbread House competition for $3,500 in cash prizes in such categories as Traditional, Authentic Reproduction of a Significant Building, "Go Green", Unusual 3-dimensional, and KidsOnly! A visual delight, visit the display in the Village Gazebo throughout the holiday season Stay late and enjoy the outdoor holiday light display of one million jewel-colored holiday lights! The Village is beautifully decorated Victorian style with fruit wreaths and greeneryFree admission and parking For more info, call 215-794-4000

After reading and enjoying Marjane Satrapi’s dazzling graphic work in The Complete Persepolis, take advantage of the many wonderful events and exhibitions showcasing printmaking in Philadelphia Involving more than 300 artists at more than 80 venues throughout the city, Philagrafika 2010 will be one of the largest art events in the United States and the world’s most important print-related exposition Prominent museums and cultural institutions across Philadelphia are participating in Philagrafika 2010, offering regional, national and international audiences the opportunity to see contemporary art that references printmaking in dynamic, unexpected ways and to experience the rich cultural life of the city in the process More information is available at philagrafika2010org

Curated by Pete Stathis, a nationally-recognized comic artist, "Tell and Show" will feature hand-inked story panels from his graphic novel "Evenfall," along with panels by several other Philadelphia based comic artists This focused group show will demonstrate various ways to narrate through the combination of text and image

Japanese Papermaking

06-12-2010 - 06-12-2010

Saturday

Historic RittenhouseTown

http://www.rittenhousetown.org/education/paper.html

Historic RittenhouseTown - 206 Lincoln Drive Philadelphia PA 19144

Admission: Historic RittenhouseTown members: $55 Nonmembers: $70

215-438-5711

information@rittenhousetown.org

http://www.rittenhousetown.org/education/paper.html

Start Time(s): 11 am-4 pm

This workshop will introduce students to the traditional method of Japanese Papermaking using Kozo, Gampi, and Abaca fibers

Turkish Marbling

06-13-2010 - 06-13-2010

Sunday

Historic RittenhouseTown

http://www.rittenhousetown.org/education/paper.html

Historic RittenhouseTown - 206 Lincoln Drive Philadelphia PA 19144

Admission: Historic RittenhouseTown members: $55 Nonmembers: $70

215-438-5711

information@rittenhousetown.org

http://www.rittenhousetown.org/education/paper.html

Start Time(s): 11 am-4 pm

Learn the preparation of a wide range of colors used in Turkish (ebru) marbling as well as the elegant method of figuring; thus producing the floral effects that have for centuries captured the minds and hearts this Ottoman/Islamic art In addition to these traditional techniques, explore the wide range of contemporary marbling Each student will print a 15 x 45 inch silk scarf and several matching paper prints used to create cards, wrapping paper, gift boxes, etc

Explore Momogami and paste painting, two unique techniques used for paper decoration Momigami is the ancient Japanese technique of coating kozo paper with konnyaka paste, then crumpling and kneading, thus creating millions of wrinkles and ridges Students will also learn 18th century paste painting, which combines the use of wheat starch, water and pigments in creating intricate patterns on paper

Convergence: Pottery from Studio and Factory

02-11-2010 - 05-03-2010

Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Philadelphia Art Alliance

http://www.philartalliance.org/exhibits.htm

Philadelphia Art Alliance - 251 S 18th Street Philadelphia PA 19103

Admission: $5 for Adults $3 for Students and Seniors Pay as you wish on Fridays

215-545-4302

info@philartalliance.org

Start Time(s): 11 am-5 pm (Closed Mondays)

The Main Second Floor Galleries of the Philadelphia Art Alliance features an exhibition entitled Convergence: Pottery from Studio and Factory, which was organized by Jody Clowes, Director of the Design Gallery at the University of Wisconsin, and is sponsored by The Clay Studio of Philadelphia This exhibition will explore how technology and theory have changed the landscape of contemporary ceramics over the past century, focusing on functional pieces that cross, expand, or confuse the boundaries between industrial design and studio production The works on view will encompass mass-produced and limited edition objects by well-known designers, short-run “boutique” ceramics commissioned for high-end retailers, objects produced on a contract basis by independent designers, and the work of studio potters who embrace industrial techniques and the aesthetic of industrial design Get your first look at the newest exhibitions and enjoy some complementary food and beverages while you're at it!

En Route: Brooke Hine and Darla Jackson

02-11-2010 - 05-03-2010

Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Philadelphia Art Alliance

http://www.philartalliance.org/exhibits.htm

Philadelphia Art Alliance - 251 S 18th Street Philadelphia PA 19103

Admission: $5 for Adults $3 for Students and Seniors Pay as you wish on Fridays

215-545-4302

info@philartalliance.org

Start Time(s): 11 am-5 pm

Opening February 11th 2010, The PAA first floor galleries will present two solo exhibitions as part of their on-going En route series, which is organized by Melissa Caldwell, Director of Exhibitions at PAA While the Main second floor exhibition examines the history of ceramics and its relationship to industrial design, the first floor solo exhibitions will explore the relationship of installation and sculpture in this craft-related medium Exploring the possibilities of incorporating site with the traditional uses of ceramic-based materials, Philadelphia artists Darla Jackson and Brooke Hine will create two installations on the First Floor Galleries of the Art Alliance Both interested in biomorphic forms, the artists will respond to the unique domestic features of these galleries, which were originally designed as a reception room and salon for the Wetherill family in 1906

Celebration of Fibers

03-12-2010 - 03-21-2010

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

The Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers

http://www.pghw.org

Philadelphia Guild of Hand Weavers - 3705 Main Street Philadelphia PA 19127

Admission: FREE!

Start Time(s): Friday, March 12: 6:30-8:30 pm, Opening Reception Saturday, March 13-March 20: 11 am-4 pm Sunday, March 21: 1-3 pm, Closing Reception

The Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers' annual member exhibition will feature handwoven artwork presented by members of the guild This is a juried show and the awards will be announced at the Opening Reception on March 12th

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Oaks

03-19-2010 - 03-21-2010

Sunday, Friday, Saturday

Sugarloaf Mountain Works, Inc

http://sugarloafcrafts.com

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks - 100 Station Avenue Oaks PA 19456

Admission: $7 Adult (online purchase) $8 Adults (at the door) FREE for children under 12 Admission is good for all three days and FREE parking is available

Start Time(s): Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 10 am-6 pm Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 10 am-6 pm Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 10 am-5 pm

Craft lovers will see thousands of contemporary crafts and fine art created by more than 300 of the nation’s most accomplished artisans at the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, Friday, March 19 through Sunday, March 21, 2010 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks The jury-selected artists at the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival will display and sell their unique creations in functional and decorative pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, furniture and home accessories, items for the garden, and photography In addition to meeting the artisans producing the one-of-a kind items, visitors to the Festival will see live demonstrations by professional craftspeople working in metal, ceramics, and wood Live music and activities for children enhance the festival atmosphere Specialty gourmet foods are available to sample and purchase

Golden, executive director of the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, will share background and stories behind the murals created throughout the city

On this very rst weekend of spring, join the Rosenbach in celebrating Sendak with their annual festival for kids of all ages Sendak loves books, the Rosenbach loves books, and you do too, right? Spend an afternoon with your family taking part in a variety of drop-in activities geared toward kids of all ages Or, go wild at the Rosenbach with a dynamic, interactive performance inspired by the wonderful works of Maurice Sendak Created by Karen Saillant, Artistic Director of the International Opera Theater, this children’s musical weaves together classic Sendak characters as well as other gures who have inspired the author, such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Performances last approximately 45 minutes

Experimental Painting Classes for Adults

03-01-2010 - 04-12-2010

Monday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Class fee w/ materials: $170

215-765-2787

info@fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 6:30-9 pm

Explore the accidental and abstract side of art and discover your creative process in this exciting class! Go beyond the barriers of acrylic paint by adding a variety of materials to create super impasto paintings Discover how to incorporate a range of mixed-media into your work and develop abstract and representational imagery from life, still life, and imagination Stretch yourself to think in news ways, overcome creative blocks, or re-engage with your creativity!

Silkscreen Fundamentals - Adult Class

03-02-2010 - 04-13-2010

Tuesday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Class fee with materials: $170

215-765-2787

info@fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 6:30-9 pm

Get your Warhol on and explore art making in multiples! Whether you want to learn silkscreen as a fine art, for a business endeavor, or to make band t-shirts for sale at your next gig, this class is for you! Be guided through the foundations for the printing process while exploring various techniques for screen creation including stencils, block-outs, photo emulsion, and color registration to create multi colored works No prior experience necessary! Course fee includes all materials and paper for printing on; if you want to print on t-shirts or other surfaces, you provide those Leave with a firm understanding of this exciting process and with the confidence to continue it on your own in your studio, basement, or kitchen!

Fashion Sewing 101 - Adult Class

03-03-2010 - 04-14-2010

Wednesday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Class fee with materials: $165

215-765-2787

info@fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 6:30-9 pm

This 101 sewing course will walk you through the steps of basic fashion sewing from A-Z and leave you dressed to the nines with a handmade skirt and more You'll start with the very basics, like what a spool of thread is and how to set it up on a machine Then work your way up, through hands-on projects, to create a skirt you’ll be proud to show off! Learn basics of machine sewing techniques, fabric selection, and pattern reading while enjoying time with like-minded ladies (and really brave men)! Leave with a foundation to head home and create, sewing style A limited number of sewing machines are provided; please let us know if you plan on bringing your own Starter materials are included in, you’ll need to purchase fabric and other materials based on your tastes and aesthetics after the first class

Drawing Classes for Adults - The Face Explored

03-03-2010 - 04-14-2010

Thursday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Class fee with materials: $165

215-765-2787

info@fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 12:30-3 pm 6:30-9 pm

Accelerate your growth as an artist! This thoughtful, step-by-step class will guide you through an exploration of the face Students will focus on people and portraits and gain a knowledge and understanding of the face, head, proportion, and structure, in order to draw evocative, expressive, and accurate portraits Through a series of exercises and studies including work with pencil, charcoal, and chalk pastel, you’ll see your skills develop each week as you hone your understanding of the structures underlying the face and your ability to render what you see Mid-course, you’ll break from conventions and take plaster casts of your own face then use these to inform your future work to better understand facial structure Develop a sensitive understanding for color and learn to observe and capture light as it exists in the world around us

Pop-Ups & Paper Sculpture Workshop

04-17-2010 - 04-17-2010

Saturday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Fee with materials: $40

215-765-2787

info@fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 1-3 pm

Pop-up books; remember those? They are not only for kids; they are amazing feats of paper engineering! In this exciting workshop, let your creative process free and explore basic techniques for folding, angles and mechanisms while constructing your own pop-up structures Simple folds magically can build into seemingly complex structures Use magazines and photographs or your own drawings to personalize the pop ups and rediscover a childhood favorite while adding your own level of three-dimensional sophistication

Kids Art Classes

04-17-2010 - 04-17-2010

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission:

215-765-2787

info@fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s):

The Fairmount Art Center is located in Philadelphia and is a full-range art center with creative programs for adults, families, teens, and children! Get creative! For the youngsters, offerings include children’s art classes, children’s music classes, children’s art and music birthday parties, art camps, and vacation camps Located directly behind the art museum's Perelman Building on 25th Street, getting there is easy Fairmount Art Center's accomplished and professional staff cultivate creativity through a wide range of media and programming throughout the year They cater to all ages and ability levels in a supportive and relaxed environment set in well-stocked, bright, and newly remodeled studios

Lansdowne Arts and Crafts

05-01-2010 - 05-01-2010

Saturday

Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation

http://lansdownesfuture.org/lacs/

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Admission:

Start Time(s):

 Enjoy Arts, Crafts, Music, Food and Fun – See what Downtown Lansdowne has to offer!

The Lansdowne Arts and crafts Show is an initiative of the Lansdowne Main Street Program (Phone:610-745-4013),

Lansdowne Arts Festival

09-10-2010 - 09-12-2010

Sunday, Friday, Saturday

Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation

http://lansdowneartsfestival.com/

Twentieth Century Club - 84 S Lansdowne Avenue Lansdowne PA 19050

Admission:

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 The LANSDOWNE ARTS FESTIVAL is a weekend-long event featuring an array of creative and performing arts, including painting, crafts, sculpture, jewelry, live music, drama, spoken word and children’s events Set in the historic suburb of Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, the 2009 edition of the festival has grown to include more than 32 artists and 15 musical acts

Lansdowne Farmers Market

05-29-2010 - 10-30-2010

Saturday

Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation

http://lansdownefarmersmarket.com/

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Admission:

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Every Saturday between May 29 and October 30, 2010 Every Saturday features and Artist of the Week and a live Music

FM 2010 Special Events are
Earth Day: June 5
Community Day #1: June 26
Kid Day: July 31
Community Day #2: August 28
Dog Day: September 25
Community Day #3 and Fall Fest: October 23

 Join us every Saturday for terrific shopping and a great time, here in our superb suburb Find local, in-season vegetables, fruits, and herbs, including organics and heirlooms; pasture-raised meat and poultry; free-range eggs; hormone-free cow and goat milks, yogurts, and cheeses; freshly baked breads and pastries; small-batch vegan and gluten-free crackers, macaroons, and granola; homemade dog treats; salads, entrees, and desserts for eating at the Market or taking home; coffee, tea, and sodas; honey, cider, and fruit butters; plants and flowers; and loads of other stuff You could shake a stick at it all, but it would take you a while (Because some vendors are sharing a single space, alternating weeks with another vendor, check our vendor schedule to be sure to catch your favorites)

To add to the fun, each week the Market showcases a different artist and their creations – jewelry, ceramics, soap and body products, photographs, and so forth – and the whole thing plays out against the soundtrack of a featured musician or band Pull up a chair at one of the Market’s umbrella tables, and you’ll agree that the only problem with the Lansdowne Farmers Market is tearing yourself away!

Fishtown Shad Fest

04-24-2010 - 04-24-2010

Saturday

New Kensington Community Development Corporation

http://www.fishtownshadfest.org

Penn Treaty Park - 1199 N Delaware Avenue Philadelphia PA 19125

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 11 am-6 pm

Discover the Rich History of Fishtown and the Delaware River! The Fishtown Area Business Association (FABA) and the Fairmount Park Conservancy will host the first annual Shad Festival featuring the Shad Fish once so important to this area’s economy The purpose is to celebrate the historical and environmental significance of Fishtown, one of Philadelphia’s oldest riverfront neighborhoods, and energize the next generation to become involved in the future of the riverfront Live Music hosted by XPN, educational kiosks sponsored by area environmental groups, maritime displays, local arts and crafts vendors (like Outlaw Print Co, Grasshopper Project, Vienna St Studios), food booths featuring shad fish, festival foods and local specialties, as well as food by local restaurants like Johnny Brenda’s and Standard Tap, Sweet Lucy’s BBQHistoric Park Tours with Historian Ken Milano, Valet Bike Parking by Neighborhood Bike Works, Kid’s activities including environmental education and a moon bounce, Kids shows by the Walking Fish Theatre, Shad Fish Crafts and a photo booth, get your photo taken with a Shad!

 Exquisite Pots features work by six potters who exchanged bisque pieces with each other, for glazing and finishing Similar to the “exquisite corpse” game invented by the Surrealists, this exchange expands the idea of collaboration from its usual consciously cooperative mode to include the possibility for the unconscious and accidental The resulting pots prompt us to think about the relationship between form and finish, and about what dominate our perception of a particular pot

Learn to weave a simple basket to hang on the door for May Day The basket could hold a dried bouquet or sweet treats

Discover how captivating working with clay can be, while creating wonderful ceramic pieces for entertaining Pottery hand-building basics will be introduced as you follow step-by-step instructions to create handmade vessels At the end of the series you could have completely decorated your table! Workshops may be taken separately or in combination Create unique appetizer trays, platters and more Vases offered in April

Discover how captivating working with clay can be, while creating wonderful ceramic pieces for entertaining Pottery hand-building basics will be introduced as you follow step-by-step instructions to create handmade vessels At the end of the series you could have completely decorated your table! Workshops may be taken separately or in combination Let the beauty and new life of spring inspire you to create unique vases of all sizes Trays and Platters offered in March

Let the beauty and new life of spring inspire you as you create a handmade clay pot for planting flowers Follow step-by-step instructions to build your own vessel, and design the surface in an expressive, textured style A great introduction to clay for beginners!

Give Mom something special this year - an evening together and a personalized piece of pottery Moms and children will create and decorate a pot together, and paint it with colored slips Pots will be fired, glazed and ready to pick up by May 5

Give Mom something special this year - an evening together and a personalized piece of pottery Moms and children will create and decorate a pot together, and paint it with colored slips Pots will be fired, glazed and ready to pick up by May 5

Create a bust sculpture of yourself! Learn to look at anatomy, proportions and clay modeling methodology

Spend time with Dad building him his very own handmade coffee mug Working together, families will build their form out of clay, design the surface, and paint it with colored slips Pots will be fired, glazed, and ready to pick up by June 16

Spend time with Dad building him his very own handmade coffee mug Working together, families will build their form out of clay, design the surface, and paint it with colored slips Pots will be fired, glazed, and ready to pick up by June 16

Students will create a unique box they can use to hold their special treasures or as a gift box Using paint, images, stencils, collage and mixed media the box will show off the creative talents of your artist

Explore Native American and African mask designs Create your own paper mask adding your own designs and patterns

Use your creativity and imagination to explore drawing techniques Discuss and use techniques from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Materials needed: sketch book, drawing pencils

Explore Alice's surreal world on this day out of school! Learn about Surrealist artists like Dali and Magritte and create your own nonsensical world with caterpillars, rabbits and Mad Hatters! Students need to bring a lunch and up to two snacks as well as dress in play clothes

This Election Day, use the stories of Greg Heffley as inspiration and look at examples of art-journaling to create your own personalized illustrated books Learn cartooning techniques! Students need to bring a lunch and up to two snacks as well as dress in play clothes

Teachers emphasize creativity, imagination, exploration and active participation while covering the alphabet, numbers, colors and holidays Preschool classes include music, visual arts, creative movement, drama and Spanish Teachers: Lisa Eckley-Cocchiarale (drama), Traci Frederick (spanish), Bea Kaplan (art), Lingchin Hacker (music) and Aubrey O'Hara Bruno (dance)

Teachers emphasize creativity, imagination, exploration and active participation while covering the alphabet, numbers, colors and holidays Preschool classes include music, visual arts, creative movement, drama and Spanish Teachers: Lisa Eckley-Cocchiarale (drama), Traci Frederick (spanish), Bea Kaplan (art), Lingchin Hacker (music) and Aubrey O'Hara Bruno (dance)

Teachers emphasize creativity, imagination, exploration and active participation while covering the alphabet, numbers, colors and holidays Preschool classes include music, visual arts, creative movement, drama and Spanish Teachers: Lisa Eckley-Cocchiarale (drama), Traci Frederick (Spanish), Bea Kaplan (art), Lingchin Hacker (music) and Aubrey O'Hara Bruno (dance)

Teachers emphasize creativity, imagination, exploration and active participation while covering the alphabet, numbers, colors and holidays Preschool classes include music, visual arts, creative movement, drama and Spanish Teachers: Lisa Eckley-Cocchiarale (drama), Traci Frederick (Spanish), Bea Kaplan (art), Lingchin Hacker (music) and Aubrey O'Hara Bruno (dance)

"The Darlington Experience" Daytime Program offers a series of 4-week classes in each of the arts offered at Darlington The Art session will include drawing, painting and ceramics projects Students who complete all 4 sessions in the series will receive a certificate of achievement In the Kindergarten Series, Dance is offered in February; Art in March; Drama in April and Music in May

For the Family: Craft Experiences for Kids

03-28-2010 - 03-28-2010

Sunday

Philadelphia Art Alliance

http://www.philartalliance.org/programs.htm

Philadelphia Art Alliance - 251 S 18th Street Philadelphia PA 19103

Admission: $20 per family

215-545-4302

astyer@philartalliance.org

http://www.philartalliance.org/programs.htm

Start Time(s): 12 pm

This Spring, the Philadelphia Art Alliance will open it's doors, every last Sunday of the month, for families looking to experience modern craft exhibitions together The "For the Family" Sunday craft experience is designed for parents with small children, age 4-12, who want to experience arts and culture as a family Every last Sunday of the month during exhibitions, parents and kids can take an educational tour through the PAA exhibitions and partake in kid-friendly craft activities on the 3rd floor parlor space With each changing exhibition, PAA will offer new educational guides and activities, in conjunction with the new themes and media covered in the exhibitions This one-of-a-kind experience is sure to please families of all shapes and sizes For this exhibition cycle, PPA will focus on Darla Jackson's 1st floor exhibit "While You Were Out" Explore the exhibit with an educational guide, then head up to the third floor where kids can color their own version of the animal sculptures in the exhibit Families will be able to take their finished coloring book pages home with them as a memorable keepsake

Gallery Night Lecture and Tour: Studio or Factory

04-02-2010 - 04-02-2010

Friday

Philadelphia Art Alliance

http://www.philartalliance.org/programs.htm

Philadelphia Art Alliance - 251 S 18th Street Philadelphia PA 19103

Admission: $10

215-545-4302

astyer@philartalliance.org

http://www.philartalliance.org/programs.htm

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

Join PAA for a very special gallery night lecture and tour of their 2nd floor exhibit, Convergence: Pottery from Studio and Factory Curator Jody Clowes will lead a guided tour through the 2nd floor exhibit, offering insight and analysis of her choices for inclusion in the show Special guest potters and exhibit participants Kathy Erteman, James Klein and David Reid will also be in attendance to provide additional input on their pieces included in the exhibit After the gallery tour, patrons will be led to the 3rd floor where guest potters will have additional samples of their work on display, and will lead a discussion about their work and how they are blurring the lines between studio production and industrial manufacturing

For the Family: Craft Experiences for Kids

04-25-2010 - 04-25-2010

Sunday

Philadelphia Art Alliance

http://www.philartalliance.org/programs.htm

Philadelphia Art Alliance - 251 S 18th Street Philadelphia PA 19103

Admission: $20 per family

215-545-4302

astyer@philartalliance.org

http://www.philartalliance.org/programs.htm

Start Time(s): Noon

This Spring, the Philadelphia Art Alliance will open it's doors, every last Sunday of the month, for families looking to experience modern craft exhibitions together The "For the Family" Sunday craft experience is designed for parents with small children, age 4-12, who want to experience arts and culture as a family Every last Sunday of the month during exhibitions, parents and kids can take an educational tour through the PAA exhibitions and partake in kid-friendly craft activities on the 3rd floor parlor space With each changing exhibition, PAA will offer new educational guides and activities, in conjunction with the new themes and media covered in the exhibitions This one-of-a-kind experience is sure to please families of all shapes and sizes For this exhibition cycle, PAA will focus on Darla Jackson's 1st floor exhibit "While You Were Out" Explore the exhibit with an educational guide, then head up to the third floor where kids can color their own version of the animal sculptures in the exhibit Families will be able to take their finished coloring book pages home with them as a memorable keepsake

Visit the Perelman Building this summer for sartorial inspiration View a stellar collection of runway styles donated by 17 celebrated fashion designers in honor of the late Tom Marotta, former VP of couture for Saks Fifth Avenue

Embroidered with motifs drawn from the rich culture of Bengal, the northeast region of the Indian Subcontinent, kanthas served as gifts lovingly stitched for weddings, births, and various celebrations This exhibition presents some 40 examples of this vibrant domestic art created between the mid-19th and mid-20th centuries

Desert Jewels illuminates the diversity and beauty of traditional North African jewelry design through some 80 pieces of jewelry and nearly 30 late-19th and early-20th-century photographs by artists from Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Egypt, and Tunisia

The Museum and the surrounding neighborhood are abuzz with family-friendly activity for the annual Fairmount Arts Crawl Visit the Perelman Building for an exploration of kanthas, colorful embroidered quilts made by Bengali women that tell stories of life in Bengal (modern day Bangladesh and the state of West Bengal, India), as well as snake goddesses, great Bengal tigers, ten-headed demons, and more Try your hand at embroidery and take guided tours of the exhibition: Kantha: The Embroidered Quilts of Bengal from the Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz and the Stella Kramrisch Collections

The Artists of Bristol on the Delaware (AOB) announce the March opening of an eleven-day exhibition of artistic works at the Margaret R Grundy Memorial Library, 680 Radcliffe Street in Bristol The creative works of the AOB will be displayed alongside the creative works of Bristol Borough sister-city Spinetoli, Italy artists during this cultural exchange beginning with an opening reception An additional highlight at the opening is a 20-minute DVD film illustrating the Roman necropolis of Spinetoli that will play during the reception hours 

CK Conventions provide a weekend of fun for all scrapbooking enthusiasts There are over 100 scrapbooking classes, 3 different evening activities, 2 Thursday album track classes, and 2 full days of scrapbook shopping in the vendor faire

Exhibit Openings at the Community Arts Center

03-07-2010 - 04-23-2010

Sunday

Community Arts Center

https://www.communityartscenter.org/currentexhibits/

Community Arts Center - 414 Plush Mill Road Wallingford PA 19086

Admission: Free

(610) 566-1713

info@communityartscenter.org

https://www.communityartscenter.org/

Start Time(s): 2 pm to 4 pm

The Community Arts Center in Wallingford, PA is pleased to present several new exhibitions opening on Sunday, March 7, 2010 Dis/Arming Domesticity, curated by Gail M Brown, will take place in the Duke Gallery (see separate listing) The Arts Center’s Stairwell Gallery will feature pieces from the Watercolor Studio, while the Fay Freedman Gallery will host an exhibit of portraits in clay entitled Family and Friends by artist Lisa Pauciello-Rowe The Lounge Gallery in the Main Building will present the work of our two Spring Semester Featured Teachers, Pat Scarano (Watercolor) and Nadia Bond (Ceramics) Ceramic artist Brian DeFrees will be exhibiting his work on the BeaDazzle Gallery Wall in the Gift Shop 

Follow Edward Goodman, Director of Trims at Scalamandre, as he weaves us down the fringe-lined path of Scalamandre's breath-taking, artisan-made Passementerie: rosettes, bullion, tassels, and fringes Mr Goodman is a sought-after speaker and a lecturer at the New York School of Interior Design His travels around the world, visiting historic sites, have helped to further document and understand the diverse use of Passementerie

Guided Show Tours at The Philadelphia Antiques Show

04-17-2010 - 04-20-2010

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday

Philadelphia Antiques Show

http://www.philaantiques.com

The Navy Yard - Philadelphia Cruise Terminal at Pier One - 5100 S Broad Street Naval Business Center, Building #3 Philadelphia PA 19112

Admission: $25/person, includes General Admission and Show Catalogue

215-387-3500

http://www.philaAntiques.com

Start Time(s): 10-11 am

Join guides from The Philadelphia Museum of Art for as they escort you around the Show Floor before it opens to the public Highlights will include objects specially selected by the dealers for their rarity and uniqueness

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this workshop families will use leather, simple leatherwork tools, paint, glue and fasteners, to create leather accessories Participate in a demonstration with leather tools and a hot press machine Create, design, paint and construct one or more of the following: a bracelet, necklace, earrings, belt, head ties or rings Instructor: Serena Saunders

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this workshop meet Bunny Boo--a white rabbit with a black nose and red eyes who loves to eat carrots and surf the web Hear further adventures of Bunny Boo while learning to draw rabbit portraits and sculpt your own clay rabbit figurine Instructor: Teresa Atkins

Family Arts Academy: Trash to Treasure - Found Object Art

04-10-2010 - 04-10-2010

Saturday

Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (PAFA)

http://www.pafa.org/212

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) - 118 & 128 N Broad Street Philadelphia PA 19102

Admission: Members: Free Non-Members: Free with Museum Admission

215-972-2061

Start Time(s): 11 am-12:30 pm

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this workshop discover the contemporary movement to transform trash into treasures Bring in favorite found objects: skateboards, chairs, hubcaps, etc Try out unconventional techniques using non-traditional artistic materials, such as house paint, scrapboard, duct tape, glue, staples, and nails to creatively transform your object into a work to treasure Instructor: David Solan

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this workshop learn how the persistance of vision is a process by which a series of still images appear to move when seen in quick succession In the 19th Century, optical toys used this process to startling effect, and these toys were a popular way of animating images Learn to construct a phenakistoscope in which images on a slotted spinning disk appear to move when their reflection is viewed in a mirror Also make a thaumatrope, or "turning wonder" As the thaumatrope spins, the series of quick flashes is interpreted as one continuous image Instructor: Tad Sare

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this workshop come celebrate the art of poetry during National Poetry Month! View Thomas Eakins' portrait of poet Walt Whitman In the studio try some simple formats for writing your own poem, then add the text of your poem to a silhouette self-portrait Instructor: Serena Saunders

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this special workshop in partnership with The Handwork Studio, learn the art of needle-felting, embroidery and machine sewing, resulting in a bag that can be used for everything from food shopping to sleep-overs Instructor: Julia Yosen, staff from The Handwork Studio

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this special workshop families will work together to design, paint and compose a group family portrait Participate in a portrait painting demonstration, then try techniques to create a multi-media painting What will result is an exciting family collaboration of faces, styles, and expressions Instructor: Serena Saunders

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this special workshop take a look at PAFA's great artworks of animals--Winslow Homer's "Fox Hunt", Charles Willson Peale's "Noah's Ark", Edward Hick's "Peaceable Kingdom" and others In the studio develop your drawing skills while learning animal anatomy Draw portraits of a visiting iguana and an owl on loan from the Academy of Natural Sciences Instructor: Tad Sare

These fun and creative workshops offer opportunities for you to explore artworks in the museum galleries and work on art projects while exploring and developing your creative spirit In this special workshop check out paintings in the museum gallery depicting life in the city Take a walk to Logan Square Park to observe the diversity of activity in the city Paint your own scenes of skyscrapers, fountains, picnickers, skateboarders, sculptures and so much more Instructor: Fred Kaplan

Partnering with various cultural institutions throughout Philadelphia, PAFA Presents aims to offer visitors the opportunity to attend a variety of arts events in a vibrant and historic setting, highlighting the breadth of Philadelphia’s cultural and artistic treasures For information and reservations, contact Alison Campbell-Wise at 215-972-2011 or acampbell@pafaorg

Partnering with various cultural institutions throughout Philadelphia, PAFA Presents aims to offer visitors the opportunity to attend a variety of arts events in a vibrant and historic setting, highlighting the breadth of Philadelphia’s cultural and artistic treasures  

Temples Exhibition

03-31-2010 - 04-02-2010

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion

Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion - 2110 Chestnut Street Philadelphia PA 19103

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): March 31: 9:30 am-5 pm April 1 and 2: 10 am-5 pm Opening Reception April 1st: 7-9 pm

Temples is a ceramic art exhibition featuring 35 artists who are graduates and staff of Temple University, Tyler School of Art The theme Temples is wide-ranging

Kids Club Veg-In Art & Cooking Class

03-27-2010 - 03-27-2010

Saturday

Public Eye: Artists for Animals

http://www.publiceyephilly.org

Essene Market and Cafe - 719 S 4th Street Philadelphia PA 19147

Admission: $5 per child (materials fee), pay upon registration

Start Time(s): 11 am

Join Public Eye: Artists for Animals for their second annual Meat-Out event to honor a day without eating meat In the style of a 60s Sit-In, Public Eye will host a Veg-In, complete with a veggie cooking class and art project Jaynel Hollis of Greenwood Kitchen (wwwthegreenwoodkitchencom), famous for her tasty vegan snacks, leads the cooking class Kids can eat what they make for lunch! Artist Zipora Schulz leads the art project For the art project, kids create their own flags, bandanas, and signs promoting a cruelty-free lifestyle Please meet at Essene Market & Cafe (workshop room behind cafe) The manager will escort families to the classroom Please RSVP with number of participants, ages, and contact information

Kids Club Visits Main Line Animal Rescue

04-10-2010 - 04-10-2010

Saturday

Public Eye: Artists for Animals

http://www.publiceyephilly.org

Main Line Animal Rescue - 1149 Pike Springs Rd Kimberton PA 19442

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 1 pm

Join Public Eye: Artists for Animals' Kids Club and visit the Main Line Animal Rescue for a tour of their no-kill facility Main Line Animal Rescue is famous for raising awareness about puppy mills, as they did on Oprah After the tour, you'll join artist Zipora Schulz for a fun art project Copies of the artwork will be submitted to the Main Line Rescue for their exhibit in May 

Turn molten hot glass into your very own glass Easter egg You can pick from a wide range of colors and endless patterns to create your own unique Easter egg Appropriate for ages 10 and up, making glass Easter eggs is a great way to spend the day with your family With the help of a highly trained glassblower you'll use blocking techniques to shape molten hot glass into your very own Easter egg Making your own Easter egg costs $35 Appointments are available Saturdays and Sundays from March 20th to April 4th You can also buy a gift certificate and give the experience to a friend or family member Please note that your egg will have to cool overnight so you can either pick it up the next day or we'll ship it to you

20th Century American Craft Furniture Movement - A Panel Discussion

03-25-2010 - 03-25-2010

Thursday

Thos Moser Cabinetmakers

http://www.thosmoser.com

Philadelphia Museum of Art - 26th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Event is FREE and attendees have complimentary access to Philadelphia Museum of Art's American Galleries form 6 to 7 PM Complimentary parking is available in the garage on Museum Drive

800-708-9045

janett@ThosMoser.com

http://www.thosmoser.com

Start Time(s): 7 PM (doors open at 6 PM) Program will be held in the Van Pelt Auditorium

American Craft Furniture Movement of the 20th Century, a Panel Discussion with: Tom Moser, Founder/President, Thos Moser; Mira Nakashima, Creative Director, George Nakashima Woodworker Studios, New Hope,PA; Mark Sfirri, Professor of Fine Woodworking, Bucks County Community College; Carol Sauvion, Executive Producer, “Craft in America” series (seen on PBS)

Dutch master designer-artist Tejo Remy of the Legendary Droog Design house in Holland has amassed a well known career for creating daring work that looks like nothing else, yet always takes its form from reclaimed objects (Rag Chairs, Chest of Drawers, the iconic Milk Bottle Lamp) From March 29 to April 1 Remy will lead teams of Drexel students in an exploration of hands-on design using mold making and employing humble, gathered materials (only use this if there is enough space, if not use what is not highlighted) On Thursday April 1 a public lecture on Remy’s design philosophy and latest design technique impromolding will be held at 7 pm in Stein Auditorium (111 Nesbitt Hall, 3215 Market St) Drexel student work will be on display in the lobby of Nesbitt Hall, an exhibition of the creating and making that has taken place over the four-day Charrette

School’s out, but adventure is on at Penn Museum! Enjoy a week of fun-filled activities that are perfect for families

Football University

06-11-2010 - 06-13-2010

Sunday, Friday, Saturday

Football University

http://www.FootballUniversity.org

Valley Forge Military Academy and College - 1001 Eagle Road Wayne PA 19087

Admission: Free

973-366-5027

www.FootballUniversity.org

http://www.FootballUniversity.org

Start Time(s): Fri 5-9:30 pm Sat 7 am-5 pm Sun 7 am-2 pm

Football University will be shooting their reality show The Ride that plays on FoxSportsnet & Comcast , This has been aired nationally going into it's second season as MTV will air episodes also Elite Training with Top NFL Coaches & Instructors ,training some of the Top High School & Youth players from around the Country

This is our annual celebration of the founding of Grounds For Sculpture Bring your children, ages 6 – 12, to our kid-friendly workshops Meet the artists and tour the grounds with select Artists-in-the-Park at 11am, 1pm, and 2pm Additionally, Music & Motion Dance Productions will be on site performing excerpts from their 2010 Season in accompaniment to the Meet the Artist Tours Join us in the Community Quilt Project A display of the work done thus far will be on exhibit, as well as the opportunity to make a square in contribution for our Commemorative Quilt as a work-in-progress Adults, kids, and families are invited to create their own special squares depicting their favorite things about Grounds For Sculpture Also free musical performances throughout the day, free ice cream and cake, the Peacock Calling Contest and much more

Decorating Day at Byers' Choice

05-01-2010 - 05-01-2010

Saturday

Byers Choice, Ltd

http://www.byerschoice.com

Byers Choice, Ltd - 4355 County Line Road Chalfont PA 18914

Admission: FREE

Start Time(s): 11 AM - 3 PM

Join us for a day of light refreshments and decorating workshops giving you prize-winning decorating tips you can use at home Workshops will run from 11AM to 3PM and will start every hour on the hour Workshops include: • 11AM--Flower Arranging Incorporating Carolers • Noon--Caroler Decorating for Dummies • 1PM--Wreath Making • 2PM--Decorating with Kindles • 3PM--Setting a Holiday Table (Spring and Summer) The workshops are free but seating is limited 

Fine Art Sale

04-23-2010 - 05-15-2010

Friday, Saturday

Main Line Art Center

http://www.mainlineart.org

Main Line Art Center - 46 Panmure Road Haverford PA 19041

Admission: $200 Early admission (6 pm) $100 General admission

Start Time(s): Benefit Preview Party: April 23, 6:30-9 pm First Friday Reception, May 7, 6-9 pm

No matter what your style or budget is, you will find the perfect piece of exceptional artwork for your home of office at our annual Fine Art Sale! Choose from more than 200 pieces in a variety of media including, oils, pastels, watercolor and sculpture by over 50 professional artists Presenting Sponsor: MINI of the Main Line Supporting Sponsor: The Bryn Mawr Trust Company Participating Sponsors: Brandywine Realty Trust and Harmel in Media

The Art-Full Garden Sale

05-02-2010 - 05-02-2010

Sunday

Main Line Art Center

http://www.mainlineart.org

Main Line Art Center - 46 Panmure Road Haverford PA 19041

Admission:

Start Time(s): 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

We look to the beauty of a spring garden as inspiration for this one-day sale of fine crafts This sale will be free and open to the public Artists will be invited to participate by invitation only Check back soon for more details!

2010 Outreach Exhibition: The Space Within

05-19-2010 - 06-04-2010

Wednesday, Friday

Main Line Art Center

http://www.mainlineart.org

Main Line Art Center - 46 Panmure Road Haverford PA 19041

Admission:

Start Time(s): Opening Reception: Fri, May 21, 5-8 pm First Friday Reception: June 4, 6-9 pm

This exhibition celebrates the vibrant and colorful work created by participants in the Art Center's outreach programs as they explore the meaning of ‘the space within’ through a variety of art media Main Line Art Center is proud to be one of the leading visual arts organization in the region to make art accessible to diverse groups in our community Programs are designed to reach underserved audiences including children, teens and adults with disabilities, at-risk youth and low-income adults and families

Explore the "liquid" possibilities of acrylics and get your artistic juices flowing Students will learn techniques for staining fabrics and for the creation of seamless surfaces and color puddles through pouring Each student will complete a stained piece, and will receive free literature and a sample pack of Liquitex mediums to take home Paint and mediums used during the workshop will be provided Students must bring their own fabric and brushes

Many plein air painters use photographs as reference-perhaps for the shape of the trees or the composition of a flower or skyscape Explore some of the shortcomings of photographs and how to translate the information for use in a painting Color and light will be will especially considered Demos will be in pastel, oil and drawing, however students may work in the media of their choice  

Combine your creativity with your sense of humor, the ridiculous and the outrageous Paint your face or another's into the Mona Lisa or depict cats as ballerinas in Degas', The Rehearsal In the art world this is known as "appropriation," and is considered both legitimate and clever Here's your chance to let your creativity abound as you interpret and still maintain the integrity of an original work of art while adding your own aesthetic twist 

Combine your creativity with your sense of humor, the ridiculous and the outrageous Paint your face or another's into the Mona Lisa or depict cats as ballerinas in Degas', The Rehearsal In the art world this is known as "appropriation," and is considered both legitimate and clever Here's your chance to let your creativity abound as you interpret and still maintain the integrity of an original work of art while adding your own aesthetic twist 

Work from life as you combine mixed media to capture the natural and organic qualities of the figure Focus on the abstract elements that are often overlooked and expand your personal expression and creativity using pencil, watercolor, pastels, inks and more Visit our website for supply list and other information at http://wwwmainlineartorg

Learn solvent-free approaches to working and painting safely with encaustic This medium is compatible with drawing, oil painting and sculpture Learning will be hands-on with demos covering traditional and contemporary methods No prior experience necessary Takes place at Michelle's studio in the Crane Arts Building in Philadelphia

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 One piece of plexi provided

Explore a variety of new techniques using watercolor paint Create texture sheets and learn to erase out a composition Print using watercolor paints, combine paints and pastels, and add texture to your compositions using a unique underpainting technique Join us for a fun and relaxing way to break out of traditional watercolor painting 

Paste paper is one of the earliest forms of decorated paper, originating in Europe for book covers and end papers Create beautiful, one-of-a-kind decorated papers by drawing into pastes and pigments with a variety of tools, such as rollers, sponges, combs and stamps Create elaborate patterns and textures on paper that can be used in all types of artwork, including collage, painting and bookmaking Be prepared for a very messy-but fun-experience! Visit our website for supply list and other information at http://wwwmainlineartorg

Discover this revolutionary clay-like medium ad you learn to shape and sculpt Precious Metal Clay to create a handmade silver pendant for mom Tuition covers 1/2 pack of PMC tools 

Discover the beauty of this ancient and traditional firing technique Bring a bisque- fired piece pre-glazed with raku glaze

Learn how to design and personalize a one-of-a-kind home for your fine feathered friends Step-by-step demos and guidance will be No clay experience necessary Open to ages 4-6 with guardian 

Learn handbuilding techniques as you create your own ceramic pot fit for a plant Use textured stamps and colorful underglazes to complete a beautiful gift perfect to give for mother's day Supply fee includes all materials and a small plant Open to ages 6 and up with guardian 

Create your very own wind chime to ring in the season with colorful leaves and branches Students will learn about some of the local plants and flowers, then use their inspirations to slab roll and cut their own leaves and add texture then glaze with spring colors Space is limited, so please register in advance

Create your very own wind chime to ring in the season with colorful leaves and branches Students will learn about some of the local plants and flowers, then use their inspirations to slab roll and cut their own leaves and add texture then glaze with spring colors Space is limited, so please register in advance

The Third Annual River City Festival is coming! Last year's festival was such a rousing success, they're doing it again! On Saturday October 2nd, come out and enjoy what Fishtown has to offer, and show the city of Philadelphia who they really are After the 5k River City Run in the morning, Noon through the afternoon will bring live music, eats from Fishtown Restaurants, historical presentations, expanded children's activities and more! 

Painting Introduction - Adult Art Classes

04-19-2010 - 05-24-2010

Monday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Course fee including materials: $170

www.fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 6:30-9:30 pm

Every painter has to start somewhere! Throughout this class, you will be guided through the painting basics with explorations focused on value, composition, and materials usage Paint from still life, starting with simple forms and progressively working into more complicated arrangements while translating value into the wide-world of color You will learn to paint what you see and gain sensitivity for observing and developing tone to create spatial impact Towards the end of the session you’ll start to gain awareness of your personal style and confidence about your skills

Digital Photography Classes for Adults

04-21-2010 - 05-26-2010

Wednesday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: $160

www.fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 6:30-8:30 pm

Maximize your picture taking abilities by learning photography basics and useful tips for turning your snapshots into works of art! Fairmount Art Center will walk you through all the essential camera basics: camera functions, digitals file formats, composition, picture taking tricks, lighting, and flash work Then they’ll focus on uploading images to your computer, and simple editing, and printing techniques You’ll get hands-on through in-studio photo shoots and Fairmount Art Center will view and discuss images printed outside of class Whether your camera is point and shoot or SLR bring it to class with the owner’s manual and later in the session, bring your laptop for in class photo editing practice

Jewelry Basics - Adult Class

04-21-2010 - 05-26-2010

Wednesday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Course fee including materials: $170

www.fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): 6:30-8:30 pm

Calling all fashionistas and accessory aficionados; create your own one-of-a-kind jewelry! You’ll be amazed at the quality of jewelry you can create with practice, material knowledge, and technical know-how For all levels, this class will guide you beyond basic beading; make multi-strand beaded pieces, hammer, wrap, and twist silver wire with beads into pendants or use as components to earrings, bracelets, and necklaces Create elegant lasso necklaces with chain and drop beads And work with Precious Metal Clay, an amazing material that models like clay and, once fired, is 999% fine silver Use it to create pendants, rings, and beads to incorporate into your designs! Fairmount Art Center will provide materials for the first class along with all tools, equipment, stringing wire, and a small amount of silver clay You’ll want to shop for beads, findings (clasps and stuff), and wire that suit your aesthetics and ideas; the art center will give you tips on where to buy and where to find great deals!

Art Classes for Kids

04-19-2010 - 05-28-2010

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Fairmount Art Center

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Fairmount Art Center - 2303 Fairmount Avenue 2nd Floor Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission: Course fee including materials: $135 (unless otherwise noted)

www.fairmountartcenter.com

http://www.fairmountartcenter.com

Start Time(s): Times vary

Kids love to express themselves and learn through their creative process and there is no better place to unleash your child’s imagination than at the centrally located Fairmount Art Center, in Philadelphia! They offer arts programming, geared for every age and ability level Fairmount Art Center’s classes are taught by experienced art educators with a passion for creative learning, best practices in education, and age appropriate learning to maximize student growth and fun!

Barn Star Productions is pleased to welcome spring in Philadelphia with our 16th annual antiques show Exhibitors are gearing up for a standout show, and we have added new dealers to broaden the material offered for your shopping pleasure This year our special show exhibit, 'Patriotism: Red, White and True' will showcase patriotic symbols in American Antiques This exhibit is free with your admission, and admission is good for unlimited re-entry all weekend We look forward to seeing you there!

Members of the Hunterdon County, NJ, Rug Artisans Guild will be on hand to demonstrate and discuss their work and the history of this traditional craft

ArtQuilt Elements

04-17-2010 - 05-15-2010

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Wayne Art Center

http://artquiltelements@gmail.com

Wayne Art Center - 413 Maplewood Avenue Wayne PA 19087

Admission: Donations

Start Time(s): Monday-Saturday: 10 am-5 pm Sunday: Noon-5 pm

9th International juried competition of 50 exquisite contemporary quilts Jurors: Jason Pollen, Professor and Chair, Fiber Department, Kansas City Art Institute and President of Surface Design Association, Robin Schwalb, Artist, Deborah Warner, Professor Chair, Textile Design Department, Moore College of Art and Design

Slinky Birthday Party

03-27-2010 - 03-27-2010

Saturday

Independence Seaport Museum

http://www.phillyseaport.org

Independence Seaport Museum - 211 S Columbus Boulevard Philadelphia PA 19106

Admission: Slinky Birthday party free with Museum admission Tickets available for purchase at door

Start Time(s): 1-3 pm

Meet Tom James, son of Slinky inventor Richard James, the first kid to play with a Slinky! Enjoy Slinky races, "Happy Birthday" sing-along and Slinky cake, a display of "What Can YOU Make with a Slinky?" Art Contest winning creations, and check out the new exhibit, "It Sprang from the River! Everyday Objects with Maritime Secrets," featuring, you guessed it, Slinky!