Events
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Young Artists Camps
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-June 22, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Fantasy Illustration Camp (June 18 - 22) : Create characters from your imagination, tell a story and then illustrate your own book to take home.
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Abington Art Center |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
2D & 3D Toy Design - Young Artists Camp
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
2D & 3D Toy Design Camp:
Imagine, draw and create your own three-dimensional toys that are unique and different from any that you would find in the stores.
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Abington Art Center |
07/02/12 -
07/06/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
2D & 3D Automobiles - Young Artists Camp
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 23-July 27, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
2D & 3D Automobiles:
Design your own fast and sleek racing autos, cars of the future and more. Then grab your driver’s license and head on down the road.
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Abington Art Center |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Draw, Paint, and Illustrate - Young Artists Camp
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center August 13-August 17, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Draw, Paint and Illustrate:
This class will go over different drawing and painting techniques that will build your background in the fine arts.
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Abington Art Center |
08/13/12 -
08/17/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Fantasy Illustration - Young Artists Camp
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-June 22, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Fantasy Illustration Camp:
Create characters from your imagination, tell a story and then illustrate your own book to take home.
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Abington Art Center |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Teen Jewelry
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-July 23, 2012 Learn the traditional methods of metalsmithing through heating, cutting and forming a variety of metals. As new techniques are introduced, the process will be exciting, challenging, and riveting. Come create works of art that will demonstrate your unique skills and abilities as an artist.
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Abington Art Center |
06/18/12 -
07/23/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Advanced Drawing for Teens
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 21-July 26, 2012 This class will take you to the next level of artistic study. The teacher will guide you through the drawing process in black, white and color and strengthen your understanding of the fundamentals of art and design for some great results.
Please sign up at least 2 weeks prior to the start date.
Limit: 10 students.
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Abington Art Center |
06/21/12 -
07/26/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Oil Painting for Teens
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 19-July 24, 2012 This is a great class to immerse yourself in the art of oil painting. Learn skills and techniques in how to start an underpainting and then build the layers of paint on top to create bold imagery and designs from still lifes and the figure. Supply list provided in advance and materials are reviewed in the first class.
Please sign up 2 weeks prior to the start date.
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Abington Art Center |
06/19/12 -
07/24/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Fashion Design for Teens
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 19-July 24, 2012 Study the art of fashion with trendy examples for inspiration and then make your own colorful creations to wear and show off. You will use mixed materials and a variety of bright fabrics to design your clothes and accessories.
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Abington Art Center |
06/19/12 -
07/24/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Teen Book Arts
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 21-July 26, 2012 Books are an outlet for drawing, writing and collecting images. Use this time to work with the instructor making books in all shapes and sizes and filling them with art. In the end, the books are works of art in themselves, ready for display at the end of the summer in the Kid’s Fest Exhibition.
Please sign up 2 weeks prior to the start date.
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Abington Art Center |
06/21/12 -
07/26/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Buggin’ in the Dark
Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences July 20, 2012 The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University invites you to a field study to hunt for insects at night in the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Entomology Curatorial Assistant Greg Cowper and Live Invertebrate Specialist Karen Verderame will show how to set up various methods of collection, teach you how to identify bugs that thrive at night, and show you cool beetles and big moths!
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Academy of Natural Sciences |
07/20/12 |
Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia |
Pine Barrens Fish Field Study
Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences September 29, 2012 Grab your waders and jump right in, or stay on the bank caring for captured fish, measuring fish, and recording field data!
Join Academy scientists Paul Overbeck and Rich Horwitz as they use dip nets, seines, and electricity (using a backpack electrofishing unit) to catch and release wild fish populations. On this year’s trip we are exploring the lake and river system at Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest, New Jersey. This trip offers a unique opportunity to...
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Academy of Natural Sciences |
09/29/12 |
Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia |
It's All Greek To Me: Summer Camp 2012
Presented 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...
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ACPPA Community Art Center |
07/02/12 -
07/27/12 |
ACPPA Community Art Center, Norristown |
2012 Summer Stars Program
Presented by Actors' Net of Bucks County, Inc at Heritage Center July 9-August 3, 2012 Entering its fabulous 14th year of operation, Summer Stars is a unique program - instructing students in the basics in acting, singing and dance, while gearing the studies specifically to the proficiency level of each student. At the end of the course, students perform in full-length musical shows custom-written for the course, ensuring each student is performing material suitable to their level of talent.
The youngsters and the teens will perform separate full length musicals....
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Actors' Net of Bucks County, Inc |
07/09/12 -
08/03/12 |
Heritage Center, Morrisville |
National ADHD Youth Leadership Summit
Presented by ADHD Aware at University of Pennsylvania - Houston Hall July 7, 2012 The 1st National ADHD Youth Leadership Summit.
- Meet a Community of Kids
- Find the Leader within You
- Be Inspired and Empowered
- Celebrate your Uniqueness
- Learn Strategies for Success
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ADHD Aware |
07/07/12 |
University of Pennsylvania - Houston Hall, Philadelphia |
Researching African American Genealogy
Presented by African American Genealogy Group June 2, 2012 Presented by the African American Genealogy Group of Philadelphia and featuring noted genealogists and specialists including Gina Paige, Michael Hait, Angela Walton-Raji and Shamele Jordon. Topics include: the 1940 census, DNA testing, preserving family heirlooms, tracing slave owners, and more!
Limited parking available on premises.
Visit the website for more information!
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African American Genealogy Group |
06/02/12 |
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Philadelphia |
Aikan Acts & Movementz Elite Performing Arts Academy
Presented by Aikan Acts & Movements Elite Performing Arts Academy at Morris Estate Recreation Center February 22, 2012-March 1, 2013 Enroll today in professional performing acting and dance classes taught by working actors, dancers, and producers. Classes are for both adults and children ages 5 and up.
Every Student will receive a free head shoot photo!
Family & Friend referral system and special Family Packages are available.
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Aikan Acts & Movements Elite Performing Arts Academy |
02/22/12 -
03/01/13 |
Morris Estate Recreation Center, Philadelphia |
Saturday Arabic and Arts Program
Presented by Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture January 28-June 2, 2012 Open to kindergartners through 8th graders, the Saturday Program focuses on Arabic instruction with reinforcement of the language through the arts. The first two hours is focused on the Arabic language , co-taught by two native speakers. They will divide the students into two groups, sometimes grouped by age and sometimes by Arabic skill level, depending on the activity.
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Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture |
01/28/12 -
06/02/12 |
Salvation Army Kroc Center, Philadelphia |
Al-Bustan Camp - High School Program
Presented by Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture July 9-July 27, 2012 Al-Bustan Camp gives high school students an opportunity to participate in a highly engaging full-day program that includes video production, art, poetry, music, and Arabic language instruction. Teenagers gain artistic skills and explore aspects of their culture and identity through various media. The teen program is a 3-week commitment.
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Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture |
07/09/12 -
07/27/12 |
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Philadelphia |
All About Nature
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Clay Cookie Jars
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/02/12 -
07/06/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Stories and Art
Presented by Alpern Art Studio July 9-July 13, 2012 Listen to wonderful stories for inspiration. Create with pastels, paints, and more!
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Art Classes for Children
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
05/21/12 -
06/11/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Clay Constructions
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/16/12 -
07/20/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
A Passion for Fashion
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Take Photos and Draw
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Clay from around the World
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
All Kinds of Books
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
08/06/12 -
08/10/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
All Kinds of Animals
Presented 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.
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Alpern Art Studio |
08/06/12 -
08/10/12 |
Alpern Art Studio, Dresher |
Transit of Venus & Tune-Up Workshops
Presented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum June 2-June 3, 2012 On June 5, 2012, there will be a rare astronomical event--a Transit of Venus. Beginning at 6pm in Philadelphia, the planet Venus will be visible moving across the disk of the sun. A transit never happened in the 20th century and won't happen again until 2117. It will truly be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The American Philosophical Society Museum (104 S. Fifth Street) will be offering family-friendly, hands-on workshops on June 2-3, to help everybody get ready for the...
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American Philosophical Society Museum |
06/02/12 -
06/03/12 |
American Philosophical Society Museum, Philadelphia |