Events
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Exploring Nature in Sister Cities Park
Presented by at Sister Cities Park June 5-August 28, 2012 Every Tuesday from June through August, explore nature with staff from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as they lead interactive programs exploring the many aspects of nature in Sister Cities Park. Discover the life that inhabits a garden, examine the properties of water, learn why things sink and float, or enjoy a live animal presentation. This program, designed for ages 8 and younger, is an excellent opportunity to get outside and discover the natural world in which we...
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06/05/12 -
08/28/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Summer Concert Series: The Suburban Jazz Quartet
Presented by 263 Marketplace at 263 Marketplace June 30, 2012 Enjoy the smooth, jazzy sounds of Suburban Jazz Quartet. These four youngsters will delight you with their outstanding musical talent. You won't believe these talented musicians aren't even out of high school yet. They are gaining great notoriety by performing at venues like the Kimmel Center, and now you can enjoy them at 263 Marketplace! You won't want to miss this show and bring the whole family for this great entertainment. Light refreshments will be served in the center entertainment...
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263 Marketplace |
06/30/12 |
263 Marketplace, Warminster |
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.
2D...
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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 |
The Large Flowerheads in Concert
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 5, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Large Flowerheads concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org.
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Abington Art Center |
07/05/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Commonwealth Classic Theatre
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy a great out-door theater performance from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Commonwealth Classic Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Theater in the Park is co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org
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Abington Art Center |
07/12/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
The Fleeting Ends in Concert
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 19, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Fleeting Ends in concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org.
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Abington Art Center |
07/19/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
KIDFEST + The Plants in Concert
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center August 2, 2012 Join Abington for an outdoor event featuring hands-on workshops and exhibits, food, games, and live music all tailored to kids. Musical guests, The Plants, are a WXPN Kids Corner favorite and will inspire imagination and creativity with eclectic lighthearted tunes. More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org.
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Abington Art Center |
08/02/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Academy of International Ballet Spring Recital 2012
Presented by Academy of International Ballet at Neumann University - Meagher Theater June 1, 2012 The Academy of International Ballet announces its 10th annual Spring Recital featuring selections from the classical ballet repertoire and new choreography created by Anastasia Babayeva Ballet Mistress, Felecia Brodie, Jesse Daley, Artistic Director Denis Gronostayskiy and Zhanna Pagalina.
Ballet is a visual art and performance is an important part of our students' training. All students take part in a year-end recital staged in a professional theatre setting. These recitals are...
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Academy of International Ballet |
06/01/12 |
Neumann University - Meagher Theater, Aston |
Bird Discovery Weekend
Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 9-June 10, 2012 The Academy of Naltural Sciences of Drexel University’s bicentennial year features a specially themed Bird Discovery Weekend, highlighting important aspects of the institution’s Ornithology Collection. Birds are the center of attention throughout June, when visitors can learn about the collection and take a look at VIREO, the world’s largest bird image bank. On June 9th and 10th, meet a real ornithologist, learn to identify local birds, participate in a bird migration and...
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Academy of Natural Sciences |
06/09/12 -
06/10/12 |
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 |
Israeli Shuk is Old Jerusalem Marketplace in Merion
Presented by Adath Israel June 3, 2012 Experience the sights, sounds, fragrances, and flavors of a Shuk (market) in Old Jerusalem. Visitors can try popular Israeli foods, purchase Judaica and Israeli products, enjoy Israeli and Jewish music and folk dancing, and connect with nonprofit organizations. Israeli-themed children's activities entertain youngsters as young as two years old with an interactive tour of Israel, while older children participate in "boot camp" and an archeological dig.
Vendors accept...
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Adath Israel |
06/03/12 |
Adath Israel, Merion Station |
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 |
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
Presented by Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture at Springside School July 9-July 27, 2012 Al-Bustan Camp is an Arabic language and cultural day camp where children and youth develop new language skills and appreciate Arab arts and culture while making new friendships and exploring nature. Open to children and youth of all ethnic, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds, Al-Bustan, Arabic for “The Garden," encourages dialogue, respect, understanding, and a celebration of diversity.
This summer's theme explores the life of 14th century traveler Ibn...
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Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture |
07/09/12 -
07/27/12 |
Springside School, 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 |
Comedy Shorts from the Lou DiCrescenzo Film Collection
Presented by Ambler Theater at Ambler Theater June 18, 2012 Film historian Lou DiCrescenzo visits the Ambler Theater for a night of classic comedy shorts. These rare treasures, presented in their original 35mm glory, are a treat to see on the big screen. Don’t miss Bugs Bunny, The Three Stooges, and numerous other comic stars. Fun for the whole family!
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Ambler Theater |
06/18/12 |
Ambler Theater, Ambler |