Events
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Seussical, Jr. at UD Summer Stage!
Presented by Upper Darby Performing Arts Center at Upper Darby Performing Arts Center July 25-July 27, 2012 The Horton Hears a Who musical! Told by the Cat in the Hat, the story centers around Horton the Elephant, who finds himself faced with a double challenge--not only must he protect his tiny friend Jojo (and all the invisible Whos) from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him and recognizes...
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Upper Darby Performing Arts Center |
07/25/12 -
07/27/12 |
Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, Drexel Hill |
Animal Sculpture (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Learn the basics of modeling three-dimensional animal forms, beginning with bones, skulls, and taxidermy and moving on to live animals. Each piece will be sculpted in clay. No prior experience necessary.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Digital Street Photography (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Students will take their cameras to the streets of Philadelphia's colorful Italian Market, the lively South Street area, and the famous Magic Gardens and explore what the "decisive moment" means for them! Students will develop their photographic eye, and make images that tell stories while capturing their own point of view. Students will learn basic Photoshop Elements ® editing and manipulation of images and will finish class with a portfolio of five prints. Students must...
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Comic Books (Ages 11-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Superheroes, pirates, robots, far-off places and daring adventure. Anything can happen in the pages of a comic book! In this class, we will explore the process of making comic books and graphic novels. We will work on character sketching, writing stories and dialogue, laying out pages and of course, creating cool cover designs. Students are encouraged to bring drawings, ideas, and examples of their favorite comics to the first class.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Fiber Arts (Ages 11-13)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 In this workshop, children will be introduced to a variety of fiber arts techniques for making projects based in fiber in both 2-D and 3-D. Students will explore different fiber media which may include felting, stitching, weaving, printing on fabric, textile design, tapestries, and even toy-making. Projects will be inspired by both contemporary fiber artists and traditional textile traditions from around the world. All artistic levels welcome.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Digital Video Game and Product Design
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 "There's an App for that." Yeah, but you can do it better in Photoshop! In Digital Drawing and Collage, we will be learning all the cool ways the professionals use Photoshop to make their work POP! Remove blemishes, add a filter, change their clothes—the possibilities are endless! No more bad picture days for you!
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Mural Painting (14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Make your mark at Fleisher in a BIG way! Students will learn the steps and traditions of mural painting with consideration for current trends in street art. We will design and paint a brand new mural in the Fleisher parking lot for all to see. Come ready to paint and spend some time outdoors.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Critter Sculpture Pots (Ages 5-7)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 From pinch pot to monsters to dinosaurs to elephants; see how easily you can turn simple pinch pots into fun and friendly sculptures.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Flying High- Kite Making (Ages 8-10)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Combine art and physics. Learn how to make a kite that is not only a piece of art but that will also FLY. Young artists will make individual projects as well as work together to make large kite installations that will fly throughout the Fleisher building.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Sculpture (Ages 11-13)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Three-dimensional work allows young artists to expand their understanding of artistic concepts and techniques primarily focused work with clay construction. Young people will learn coil construction, hand building, relief and glazing.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Wonderland- Painting and Drawing (Ages 5-7)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Experiment with drawing and painting materials, explore a variety of 2-D art genres and styles, and learn to think and see like an artist! Students will be introduced to the elements and principles of art and design and will take inspiration for projects from contemporary and historical art examples. Students will increase their technical skills in drawing and painting, including tone, shading, perspective, and color mixing.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Clay World (Ages 8-10)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Are you a budding rock star or fashionista? In this class students will learn the basics of the photo silkscreen process to design and print your own T-shirt designs and/or posters.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
AeroCamp Advanced
Presented by Leading Edge Aviation, Inc. at Doylestown Airport July 23-July 27, 2012 Campers will learn firsthand about the dynamics of airplanes and flight and about the broad spectrum of careers in the aviation and aerospace industry. Advanced Camp is the best choice for those entering grades 9-12, have an interest in aviation, and want to explore aviation further. The curriculum includes a recap of all the basics, information on radio communications and a traffic patterns and the campers will perform preflight inspections, plan a cross country flight and execute it!...
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Leading Edge Aviation, Inc. |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Doylestown Airport, Doylestown, |
The Jungle Book
Presented by Media Theatre for the Performing Arts at Media Theatre for the Performing Arts June 2-July 28, 2012 A new musical for young audiences based on Rudyard Kipling's collection of stories by the same name. The Jungle Book is a collection of fables using animals in human style to give morality lessons. The most popular stories concern Mowgli, a 'man cub' who is raised by wolves in the Indian jungle.
This new version of the Mowgli stories follows his relationship with the jungle animals with music, choreography, and lessons on safety, working together, and building a community.
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Media Theatre for the Performing Arts |
06/02/12 -
07/28/12 |
Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, Media |
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Got Strings? Youth Orchestra Summer Camp
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Got Strings? Youth Orchestra |
07/23/12 -
07/28/12 |
Souderton Mennonite Church, Souderton |
Animals at Pennsbury Manor
Presented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor July 29, 2012 Each animal at Pennsbury had an important role to play. Meet each animal and learn more about their job.
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Pennsbury Manor |
07/29/12 |
Pennsbury Manor, Morrisville |
Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Camps
Presented by Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Camps July 25-July 29, 2012 Non-contact football skills for kids 6-14.
Learn to run, throw, defend and compete the Philadelphia Eagles way! Age appropriate, station-based training delivers results to newcomers and experienced players. Providing football instruction, athletic skill development, speed training and fun! Featuring Eagles Camp Heroes like Fred Barnett, Ben Hawkins and Vince Papale.
Comprehensive Skills for Ages 6-14. Accelerated Skills for Experienced Players Ages 10-14.
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Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Camps |
07/25/12 -
07/29/12 |
Upper Main Line YMCA, Berwyn |
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A Peek in the Creek
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
07/29/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |
Sundays at Historic Sugartown
Presented by Historic Sugartown at Historic Sugartown June 3-July 29, 2012 Travel back in time and experience life in a rural 19th century crossroads village. Visit Historic Sugartown’s General Store, Book Bindery, Quaker Farm House, Bank Barn with antique equipment, School Room, and New Carriage Museum.
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Historic Sugartown |
06/03/12 -
07/29/12 |
Historic Sugartown, Malvern |
Little Sprouts: Animals We Tend
Presented by Snipes Farm and Education Center at Snipes Farm July 31-July 30, 2012 Little Sprouts Pre-School Program classes meet on Tuesdays. Families are invited to enjoy a picnic afterwards. This week we'll meet the chickens, horses and bunnies who live at the farm and find out about how we care for them.
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Snipes Farm and Education Center |
07/31/12 -
07/30/12 |
Snipes Farm, Morrisville |
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Nighttime Adventures
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Tredyffrin Public Library |
07/30/12 |
Tredyffrin Public Library, Strafford |
July Is Your History Month
Presented by Historic Fallsington, Inc. at Historic Fallsington July 3-July 31, 2012 Every Tuesday in July join us for a different program each week featuring tours, activities and art projects allow children 5-11 to participate in and explore our village’s rich history.
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Historic Fallsington, Inc. |
07/03/12 -
07/31/12 |
Historic Fallsington, Fallsington |
Harry Potter’s Birthday Bash
Presented by Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site at Pearl S. Buck House July 31, 2012 Join in a Harry Potter series discussion led by Jeffrey B. Allen, author of the popular book, Into the Land. Discuss writing like J. K. Rowling & plotting. Discuss the novels & what makes them so popular. How does one write that genre? Birthday cake & costume prizes! - Includes an Authors Tour of the Pearl S. Buck National Historic Landmark House
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Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site |
07/31/12 |
Pearl S. Buck House, Perkasie |
The Plants
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre July 31, 2012 The Plants are a four-piece Philadelphia based band for kids with an eclectic style that traverses musical genres while exploring the potential of the imagination. Each song is specifically written to spark new ideas, evoke different emotions, and encourage creativity. From a snake wearing flip-flops to intergalactic insects, the lighthearted music of The Plants is catchy, often times silly, and fun for children and adults alike. Find out more on
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The Colonial Theatre |
07/31/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
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Franklin Square's 6th Birthday Party
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
07/31/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
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Artist in Residence
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Free Library of Philadelphia - Haverford Branch |
06/19/12 -
07/31/12 |
Free Library of Philadelphia - Haverford Branch, Philadelphia |
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Quilting Workshop with Mama Carla
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Free Library of Philadelphia - Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library |
07/10/12 -
07/31/12 |
Free Library of Philadelphia - Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library, Philadelphia |
Cruise Night
Presented by Shady Brook Farm, Inc. at Shady Brook Farm July 3-July 31, 2012 Start your engines for the best Cruise Night around! Park your hot rod for the chance to win a prize, or just wander around and check out all the cars. FREE admission!
July Nightly Themes :
3rd - Buick & Olds
10th - Camaro & Chevelle
17th - Nova & full-size Chevys
24th - Street Rods
31st - Convertibles (all makes)
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Shady Brook Farm, Inc. |
07/03/12 -
07/31/12 |
Shady Brook Farm, Yardley |
Advanced Explorers
Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 30-August 1, 2012 The three-day Advanced Explorers program has “Brandywine Inside and Out” as its theme. Children ages 9 and older will enjoy guided tours and make art projects inspired by landscape art, the Brandywine Conservancy’s River Trail and native plant gardens.
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Brandywine River Museum |
07/30/12 -
08/01/12 |
Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford |
Rennie Harris' 16th Annual Illadelph Legends Hip-Hop Dance Festival
Presented by Rennie Harris Puremovement at University of the Arts July 26-August 1, 2012 The Illadelph Legends Festival remains the longest continually run hip-hop festival dedicated to the evolution of hip-hop music and dance, featuring the most electrifying innovators and pioneers of Hip Hop movement.
Celebrating 16 consecutive years, the 2012 Illadelph Legends Festival will have a full schedule of master classes, lecture demonstrations, open jam sessions, panel discussions, and break-out sessions from 9 am-5 pm daily.
The Illadelph Legends Festival...
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Rennie Harris Puremovement |
07/26/12 -
08/01/12 |
University of the Arts, Philadelphia |