Educator night at Renwick Gallery

All my students entering the Washington Paper Wrapping Paper Contest

National Gallery Art for Kids!!!!

Family Programs WORKSHOP REGISTRATION Balancing Act January 15, 22, 29 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. January 16, 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. February 5, 12, 19, 26 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. February 11, 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Education Studio Online registration begins on January 11, 2012, at noon. (ages 8 to 11) Investigate Edgar Degas's wax sculptures of dancers and horses, and learn how to construct your own sculpture using a wire armature and clay. Led by Emily Lazaro and Nathalie Ryan. Family Workshops are designed for children and adults to participate in together. Taught by artists and museum educators, each two-hour workshop includes an interactive tour in the galleries followed by a hands-on studio session. www.nga.gov/programs/family/#family_workshops

Star lovers.....come to this tomorrow!!

When: Where: Saturday, December 3, 2011 6:45 PM Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Independence Ave at 6th St., SW Washington, DC 20560 "The National Air and Space Museum's Public Observatory will be open for special nighttime stargazing. Do not miss this chance to see an array of celestial objects through a powerful professional telescope as well as additional portable telescope...

Sign up for Family Programs at the Corcoran- they fill up fast so hurry

Family Programs

Join us the third Saturday of every month for themed, 90-minute workshops designed especially for kids and families! Family workshops begin in the galleries with an interactive tour followed by an artist-led activity in our art studios. Take home your own work of art inspired by your visit to the Gallery.

Workshops are limited to children 5-7 or 8-12 and their adult companions. All workshops are $8 per child (Corcoran members at the family level and above) and $10 per child (public). Adult companions do not need to purchase a ticket for the workshop and re-entry to the collection after the workshop is permitted. Workshop fees can be applied toward a family membership. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Click below to register

https://getinvolved.corcoran.org/familyprograms

They also offer weekly young artist classes. See listings here for ages 5-7-- https://getinvolved.corcoran.org/youngartists5-7

and here for older kids: https://getinvolved.corcoran.org/youngartists8-12

list of classes:

LIFTOFF! -

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 AT 10:30 A.M.

MEMORABLE PHOTOS -

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AT 10:30 A.M.

FAMILY DAY

SATURDAY, MARCH 3

SPRING AHEAD -

SATURDAY, APRIL 28 AT 10:30 A.M.

PAINTING THE SUN -

SATURDAY, MAY 19 AT 10:30 A.M.

SEEING THE SEA -

SATURDAY, JUNE 16 AT 10:30 A.M.

AWESOME ARCHITECTURE -

SATURDAY, JULY 21 AT 10:30 A.M.

FAMILY CREST -

SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 AT 10:30 A.M.

Events at the National Gallery

For direct link to more info go here: http://www.nga.gov/programs/flmchild/

On the Sly

November 5 at 10:30
November 6 at 11:30

East Building Concourse, Auditorium

(ages 8 and up) Tired of being ignored by her parents, six-year-old Cathy decides to see what would happen if she vanished from her ordinary life. When her family loads up the car to return home to Paris after their trip to the country, Cathy secretly stays behind at their weekend cottage. The story slowly unfolds to reveal Cathy's daily routines alone, balancing her playful imagination with solid determination, before ultimately reuniting with her family. In French with English subtitles. Shown in conjunction with the Kids Euro Fest. (Olivier Ringer, Belgium/France, 2011, 77 minutes)

Scribble, Dot, Pop!

December 3, 10 at 10:30
December 4, 11 at 11:30

East Building Concourse, Auditorium

(ages 4 and up) Enjoy a series of animated films celebrating the qualities that make artists—of all ages and experiences—unique! Explore the life and art of Andy Warhol in the fun and gentle film Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists: Andy Warhol (Mike Venezia, U.S., 2007, 24 minutes), a family-friendly biography of Warhol and an introduction to pop art. Also included are the short films Art (Konstantin Bronzit, U.S., 2008, 6 minutes), the tale of a young boy who joyfully scribbles and doodles his way to a masterpiece; Asthma Tech (Jonathan Ng, Canada, 2006, 7 minutes), about a boy with asthma who discovers that his imagination has the power to bridge gaps; and The Dot (Gary Goldberger, U.S., 2004, 7 minutes), which encourages children to believe in themselves and their art.

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Family art workshop at the Corcoran

Up, Up and Away!

DECEMBER 17, 2011 FROM 10:30 A.M. - NOON

Family Workshop

AGES 8-12

Discover what the average person would need on a journey to Mars in the NOW exhibition Claire Healy and Sean Cordeiro: Are We There Yet? Then use recycled materials to create a personalized jet pack for your own adventure into outer space!

All workshops are $8 per child, Corcoran members at the family level and above and $10 per child, public. Adult companions do not need to purchase a ticket for the workshop and re-entry to the collection after the workshop is permitted.

Link to register: https://getinvolved.corcoran.org/upupandaway

Santa's Workshop Hosted by Regina Holliday

Santa's Workshop Hosted by Regina Holliday
With all Proceeds supporting the St. Paul's Homeless Shelter

Schedule of art:

10:00 to 11:00 Sculpey clay ornaments

11:00 to 12:00 Acrylic painting of a flower vase12:00 to 1:00 Watercolor winter landscape

1:00 to 2:00 Watercolor plus stamping Horses in Winter.

2:00 to 3:00 Printmaking: Winter in Washington DC

3:00 to 5:00 Acrylic Painting Birches and Cardinals in Winter

There is a $20 fee per project per child.
Your child can create a lasting memory while helping the less fortunate among us.

What: Art Workshop Ages 2yr -13yr
When: Saturday, December 3rd
Where: St. Paul's Lutheran Church 4900 Connecticut Avenue
Time: 10am to 5pm
Other: Contact Regina Holliday with Questions and RSVP reggieart123@yahoo.com

America's Got talent Coming to DC, register NOW

NBC'S "AMERICA'S GOT TALENT" is coming to Washington D.C. and they want to see YOUR Talent! Auditions are being held November 5th and 6th 2011! WHERE: Washington, DC Convention Center 801 Mt.Vernon Place, NW Washington, D.C. 20001 WHEN: Doors open by 8 a.m. - Doors close at 7 p.m. *Be sure to secure your place by pre-registering for an Audition and for more information go HERE.

5th Grader Muralists!!!: Want to go to Monster Mash II?

5th Graders just ended a unit on creating murals. Some 5th graders asked me where they could participate in other group mural projects around the city. Here is one happening this Saturday. I assume this is not a drop off type situation. Click HERE to go directly to the site of origin.

October 29 2011 from 10am to 5pm
Garfield Park, Washington DC

[directions and location info]

PAINT a mural. Because of the limited space, the spots will be assigned. Please contact us if you would like to paint a large mural. There will be open community area, where everyone can create a smaller piece.

Featured Muralists: YOU, Alex Merritt, Ben Tolman, Brandon Hill, Chanel Compton, Colon:y, CRI, DAHM, DECOY, DELVE, Dennis Toy, El Toro, HKS181, Jay Hudson, JAZI, LIGHTUP, Joe Meier, Khadijah Wilson, Laura Elkins, Dana Moor, Brea Ellis, Sebi Harrigan- Labarca, Juan Lopez, Julian Strodel, Kelly Towles, Leon Rainbow, Lisa Marie Thalhammer, NEBSI, Nose Go, PORE, REI XXI, Rosina Teri Memolo, STER, Tim Rodgers, VICE

DANCE and have fun with your friends. Urban Artistry will be at Monster Mash with bboys/bgirls, poppers, dancers and performance artists of all types in celebration of revitalizing this space. Music all day by DJ GOLD!

SKATE the spot. The Bridge Spot has ben one of the most popular skate parks for thousands of skaters around the area. It features all rams and equipment built by the skaters. Our friends from Skatepark of Baltimore will be skating with us all day!

DRESS as a monster. Wear your Halloween costume for the entire weekend. Our friends and sponsors already have candy ready for all of you and a costume contest with prizes!
PLAY in Garfield Park. This is a beautiful park with a large playground, great for picnics, games…
BRING friends, family, picnic food, play clothes, games, toys, candy, good mood…

Garfield Park

Location: 2nd Street SE and Virginia Avenue SE, Washington, DC under Southeast Freeway overpass. Closest Metro is Capitol South (Blue and Orange Lines)
Size: the main wall is 200 feet wide
Since: 2011

The paved area under a Southeast Freeway, also known as “Bridge Spot,” is heavily used by skaters and as a basketball court. It is adjacent to Garfield Park playground and tennis courts. We teamed up with The Friends of Garfield Park to curate the walls to create a colorful space full of art.

Kids Euro Festival 2011! Free activities for children!!

Kids Euro Festival 2011-

Schedule of upcoming events below

Dear Friends, Scroll down to discover all the upcoming events of Kids Euro Festival - week two! Enjoy the very best in puppet shows, magic, cinema, music, theatre, workshops, and more... I encourage you to take full advantage of all of these magnificent FREE activities for children. Visitwww.KidsEuroFestival.org to discover the entire festival through November 10. Warm regards, P.S. Help spread the word by forwarding this email to family, friends, PTA, teachers, etc. T H U R S D A Y , O C T O B E R 2 0 The Gruffalo - FILM + WORKSHOP UNITED KINGDOM - 10:30 a.m. MLK Public Library - 901 G St., N.W. Age: all ages / Duration: 30 mins Based on the classic picture book written by British author Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo is the magical tale of a mouse who takes a stroll though the woods. Encountering three predators who all wish to eat him -- a fox, an owl, and a snake -- the plucky mouse must use his wits to survive. Sampo Lappalainen - PERFORMANCE FINLAND - 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage - 2700 F St., N.W. Age: all ages / Duration: 45 mins As a Unicef Goodwill Ambassador, master puppeteer Juha Laukkanen has transported audiences around the world to the enchanting FinnishLapland. In one of his popular tales, a mean troll lives inside a mountain. Add some scenery, some authentic Yoik music, and the adventure is ready! F R I D A Y , O C T O B E R 2 1 Snow Workshop - WORKSHOP FINLAND - 1 p.m. Georgetown Public Library - 3260 R St. N.W. Age: 5-7 / Duration: 40 mins Kids make a journey from USA to the fells in Finnish Lapland. Making handicrafts, for example puppet snowmen. Kids will perform a snowman dance. Exploring the Perfect World - PERFORMANCE DENMARK - 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage - 2700 F St., N.W. Age: 5+ / Duration: 50 mins One night, Benjamin had a beautiful dream about a golden flower. In the morning he woke up to go to school, but when he opened the front door, he didn't see his own front yard - he saw a big forest! From the top of an oak tree, a cuckoo bird called to him - and said she knew the way to the golden flower in Benjamin's dream. S A T U R D A Y , O C T O B E R 2 2 Nocturna - FILM SPAIN - 10 a.m. The Avalon Theatre - 5612 Connecticut Avenue, NW Age: 6+ / Duration: 80 mins A sudden blackout of the stars plunges the night into the deepest darkness. Tim, a frightened boy who lives in an orphanage, plucks up his courage to do something about this disaster, while facing up to his own shadow. Tim sets out on a thrilling adventure in Nocturna, a parallel world that comes into being every night when we go to sleep. Sampo Lappalainen - PERFORMANCE FINLAND - 10:30 a.m. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop - 545 7th Street, S.E. Age: all ages / Duration: 45 minsRESERVATIONS REQUIRED As a Unicef Goodwill Ambassador, master puppeteer Juha Laukkanen has transported audiences around the world to the enchanting Finnish Lapland. In one of his popular tales, a mean troll lives inside a mountain. Add some scenery, some authentic Yoik music, and the adventure is ready! The Gruffalo - FILM + WORKSHOP UNITED KINGDOM - 11 a.m. MLK Public Library - 901 G St., N.W. Age: all ages / Duration: 30 mins Based on the classic picture book written by British author Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo is the magical tale of a mouse who takes a stroll though the woods. Encountering three predators who all wish to eat him -- a fox, an owl, and a snake -- the plucky mouse must use his wits to survive. Piip & Tuut in Concert - PERFORMANCE ESTONIA - 11 a.m. Montgomery College Culture Arts Center - 7995 Georgia Avenue,

Silver Spring MD 20910

Age: all / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Piip and Tuut are two janitors who tidy the concert hall after each performance. But one day, they decide they want to see a cultural event for themselves. Finding free seats in the audience, they are surprised to realize that they've left their supplies on the stage - but the show has already started! What to do? When one half of this comic cleaning duo find themselves in front of a huge audience, the laughter is contagious!

Kooky - FILM CZECH REPUBLIC - 11 a.m.

The American Film Institute Silver - 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Age: 6+ / Duration: 93 mins

Six-year-old Ondra's mother has just thrown his favorite stuffed animal -- a bear named Kooky -- into the trash. Kooky's stuffing is falling out, and Ondra's mother is worried that it will irritate his asthma. Before he falls asleep, Ondra imagines Kooky's determination to come back home, and everything he has to do to get there. Lost in a forest, Kooky meets strange animals, and sees and hears things he could never have imagined during his uneventful life on Ondra's toy shelf!

Sampo Lappalainen - PERFORMANCE FINLAND - 12 p.m.

Capitol Hill Arts Workshop - 545 7th Street, S.E.

Age: all ages / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

As a Unicef Goodwill Ambassador, master puppeteer Juha Laukkanen has transported audiences around the world to the enchanting Finnish Lapland. In one of his popular tales, a mean troll lives inside a mountain. Add some scenery, some authentic Yoik music, and the adventure is ready!

ArtObet - Wrap me in Gold - WORKSHOP AUSTRA - 1:30 p.m.

National Children's Museum Launch Zone - 112 Waterfront St - National Harbor, MD

Age: 5 - 10 / Duration: 60 mins / RESERVATION REQUIRED

Artobet: An Afternoon with Gustav Klimt. We will craft collages inspired by Klimt, layering material to attain a "golden" visual effect on their self portraits.

Cool Frogs - PERFORMANCE NETHERLANDS - 6 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage - 2700 F St., N.W.

Age: 4+ / Duration: 45 mins

Imagine a man carrying a green musical suitcase and a huge green frog on his back - both the man and the frog are looking for somewhere to live, but nobody knows where they come from - because they can't understand what they're saying or singing! As the man and the frog build their new home, strange and funny things happen, and a little fly threatens to mess up everything.

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Acorn Boy - FILM LATVIA - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: All / Duration: 70 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Immerse yourself in the clever and charming world of Latvian animation with seven short films by award-winning director Dace Riduze. Acorn Boy - based on a story by Margarite Staraste - tells the story of clumsy little Acorn Boy and his friends in the village of Stalks. A favorite at animation festivals worldwide.

Brothers Be Be - FILM LITHUANIA - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: all ages / Duration: 70 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Little brother Bebe lives with his three sisters and a cat named Miau. He spends his days fishing by the lake, and his little sister brings him cinnamon buns at mealtime. Unfortunately, an evil witch with six eyes also lives by the lake, and she has some nasty plans for Brother Bebe and his family!

Cool Frogs - PERFORMANCE NETHERLANDS - 11 a.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: 4+ / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Imagine a man carrying a green musical suitcase and a huge green frog on his back - both the man and the frog are looking for somewhere to live, but nobody knows where they come from - because they can't understand what they're saying or singing! As the man and the frog build their new home, strange and funny things happen, and a little fly threatens to mess up everything.

The Music and Dance of Ireland - WORKSHOP IRELAND - 12 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: All ages / Duration: 40 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Irish music and dance has a rich history on both sides of the Atlantic - discover the many varieties of both in this fast-paced performance that demonstrates intricate and rhythmic traditional Irish footwork! A powerful, yet graceful, experience for the whole family!

Cool Frogs - PERFORMANCE NETHERLANDS - 1 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: 4+ / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Imagine a man carrying a green musical suitcase and a huge green frog on his back - both the man and the frog are looking for somewhere to live, but nobody knows where they come from ? because they can't understand what they're saying or singing! As the man and the frog build their new home, strange and funny things happen, and a little fly threatens to mess up everything.

Exploring the Perfect World - PERFORMANCE DENMARK - 1 p.m.

The Washington Ballet - 3515 Wisconsin Avenue, NW

Age: 3 - 10 / Duration: 30 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

One night, Benjamin had a beautiful dream about a golden flower. In the morning he woke up to go to school, but when he opened the front door, he didn't see his own front yard - he saw a big forest! From the top of an oak tree, a cuckoo bird called to him - and said she knew the way to the golden flower in Benjamin's dream.

Piip & Tuut in Concert - PERFORMANCE ESTONIA - 2 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: all / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Piip and Tuut are two janitors who tidy the concert hall after each performance. But one day, they decide they want to see a cultural event for t hemselves. Finding free seats in the audience, they are surprised to realize that they've left their supplies on the stage - but the show has already started! What to do? When one half of this comic cleaning duo find themselves in front of a huge audience, the laughter is contagious!

Irish Dance: an Introduction - WORKSHOP IRELAND - 2 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: All ages / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Irish music and dance has a rich history on both sides of the Atlantic - discover the many varieties of both in this fast-paced performance that demonstrates intricate and rhythmic traditional Irish footwork! A powerful, yet graceful, experience for the whole family!

The Adventures of Bolek and Lolek (Part 1) - FILM POLAND - 2 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: 3-6 / Duration: 45 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Two brothers 'Bolek and Lolek" just can't seem to stay out of trouble! Their funny and sometimes silly adventures include camping, playing sports, searching for hidden treasure, rescuing stranded animals - if you can name it, they've done it! Bolek and Lolek is the all-time favorite Polish cartoon. Featuring a capricious animation style and whimsical sound effects, it enchants viewers without the need for dialogue. This universal approach helped make Bolek and Lolek a hit with kids everywhere, and it was picked up by Nickelodeon in America.

A Cat in Paris - FILM FRANCE - 3:30 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: 3 - 9 / Duration: 60 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

A thrilling mystery unfurls in the alleys and on the rooftops of Paris, over the course of one adventurous evening. Dino is a cat who shares his life between two houses. During the day, he lives with Zoo, the only daughter of Jeanne, a police captain. During the night, he clambers over the roofs of Paris in the company of Nico, a very skillful thief.

The Adventures of Bolek and Lolek (Part 2) - FILM POLAND - 5 p.m.

La Maison Française - Embassy of France - 4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W.

Age: 3-6 / Duration: 60 mins / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Two brothers "Bolek and Lolek" just can't seem to stay out of trouble! Their funny and sometimes silly adventures include camping, playing sports, searching for hidden treasure, rescuing stranded animals - if you can name it, they've done it! Bolek and Lolek is the all-time favorite Polish cartoon. Featuring a capricious animation style and whimsical sound effects, it enchants viewers without the need for dialogue. This universal approach helped make Bolek and Lolek a hit with kids everywhere, and it was picked up by Nickelodeon in America.

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Piip & Tuut in Concert - PERFORMANCE ESTONIA - 6 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage - 2700 F St., N.W.

Age: all / Duration: 45 mins /

Piip and Tuut are two janitors who tidy the concert hall after each performance. But one day, they decide they want to see a cultural event for themselves. Finding free seats in the audience, they are surprised to realize that they've left their supplies on the stage - but the show has already started! What to do? When one half of this comic cleaning duo find themselves in front of a huge audience, the laughter is contagious!

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Kraft - PERFORMANCE SPAIN - 6 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage - 2700 F St., N.W.

Age: 7+ / Duration: 50 mins

Recycling has never been so much fun! Enter a world where something as simple as craft paper is transformed into a magical tool that makes crashing waves, rustling leaves, and crackling flames. In a time when the planet's resources are becoming more and more scarce, KRAFT reminds us how valuable they are - and of our own responsibility to not waste anything.

DC Youth Orchestra - PERFORMANCE CZECH REPUBLIC - 6 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage - 2700 F St., N.W.

Age: 7+ / Duration: 60 mins

Maestro Jesus Manuel Berard will conduct the DC Youth Orchestra in a performance of Dvorak's acclaimed Symphony No. 9 in E minor, 'From the New World', at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. The DC Youth Orchestra, comprised of gifted students from the Washington, D.C. community, has performed in the past as such prestigious venues as the White House.