Friday, July 3, 2009
First Friday in Ridgefield - Free Sand Art
KidzArt will be providing free sand art for the Kiddo's near Sweet Pea's in Downtown Ridgefield tonight for First Friday! Come and enjoy the fun!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Trails & Kids: Amenities to know before you go....
Time to get outside! Google maps has made it even easier with it's Street View capabilities. Know before you go.
Coming soon... trail info including:
Coming soon... trail info including:
- bathroom locations
- picnic tables
- type of trail (helpful for strollers, yes?)
- and street view!
image courtesy of: ABC News Photo Illustration
Better Bubbles!
Who doesn't like bubbles on a hot summer day?
Here's some ideas to make your bubbles better than average....
Try different bubble wands from string and straws, to hula hoops (in a small wading pool), to a cut off plastic soda bottle. Where else... http://www.bubbles.org/
Here's some ideas to make your bubbles better than average....
Try different bubble wands from string and straws, to hula hoops (in a small wading pool), to a cut off plastic soda bottle. Where else... http://www.bubbles.org/
Photo: FreeDigitalPhotos.net
First Friday Fun
We here at KidzArt are always looking for free and fun activities for your family to enjoy. This Friday July 3rd The Vancouver Downtown Association and the Uptown Villiage Association put on "First Friday" for your enjoyment!
KidzArt will be doing free Sand Art in the Uptown Villiage - stop by for a fun and free break for the kiddos! North Bank Gallery usually has a free kids craft as well. A fun activity for all!
KidzArt will be doing free Sand Art in the Uptown Villiage - stop by for a fun and free break for the kiddos! North Bank Gallery usually has a free kids craft as well. A fun activity for all!
Friday, June 19, 2009
Art Activities (with a side of math) to beat Summer Brain Drain!
So, it's well known that the problem solving in art and drawing can be linked to higher test scores in left brain subjects like math. Geometry and Fractals also frequently show up as perspectives or in modern art like Jackson Pollock.
Here's a fun site that you'll enjoy for summer with your little one. Beat the brain drain with these puzzlers and encourage the creative process at the same time!
Here's a fun site that you'll enjoy for summer with your little one. Beat the brain drain with these puzzlers and encourage the creative process at the same time!
Friday, June 5, 2009
First Friday & Free Sand Art activity in Vancouver
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Pet Rocks - With Style!
Go beyond googly eyes with some painted rocks this summer. Why not go jumbo size and make some garden stepping stones?
Now that the little ones have some KidzArt confidence, they could reproduce some of their art on the stones. How about if you're not in our KidzArt art classes or want a little more brainstorming? Check out "Painting on Stones" to guide you along.
Some other great views of painted stones: http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=painted%20stones&w=69879869%40N00
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=painted%20stones&w=all
Cool Teacher Gifts
Your child's school teacher probably has enough coffee mugs so here's some ideas to kick off your brainstorming session for what to get as a thank you gift:
The personal touch - A heartfelt handwritten note will be cherished for years to come
The personal touch - Art - One of their KidzArt Drawings from art class!
The personal touch PLUS - a collection of handwritten notes from many students and parents in a book / binder
How about some customized notecards with your child's art on them?
Pool Resources - Just $1-$5 from each student could get a gift card to a spa, restaurant, coffee shop...
Buy supplies for next year off their wish list - usually available through your PTA or the front office
The personal touch - A heartfelt handwritten note will be cherished for years to come
The personal touch - Art - One of their KidzArt Drawings from art class!
The personal touch PLUS - a collection of handwritten notes from many students and parents in a book / binder
How about some customized notecards with your child's art on them?
Pool Resources - Just $1-$5 from each student could get a gift card to a spa, restaurant, coffee shop...
Buy supplies for next year off their wish list - usually available through your PTA or the front office
Sturgeon Festival 2009- Dissect a fish, and see birds & reptiles galore!
Some free family fun at the Water Resources Center!
Sturgeon Festival – 13th Annual Celebration of Columbia River Ecosystems –
is happening on May 30 & 31, Noon-4 p.m. both days at the City of Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center.
Free family fun with performers, live birds and reptiles, and lots of hands-on activities. The Water Center is located at 4600 SE Columbia Way (Call 360-487-7111 for directions as some GPS units and Internet maps give inaccurate directions especially when traveling west on Hwy 14 - use Exit 1, not Exit 3)
Schedule 2009
Saturday
12:30 Puppet Show - Gracie Learns the 3 Rs
1:00 Awards Ceremony for Student Photo Contest
2:00 Puppet Show - Gracie Learns the 3 Rs
2:30 Fish Dissection
3:00 Wild on Wildlife Live Bird Presenter
Sunday
12:30 Chinook Tribal Lore with Sam Robinson
1:00 Portland Audubon – Meet Birds of Prey
1:30 Fish Dissection 2:00
Chinook Tribal Lore with Sam Robinson
2:30 Portland Audubon – Meet Birds of Prey
3:00 Creature Feature Reptile Zoo
Sturgeon Festival – 13th Annual Celebration of Columbia River Ecosystems –
is happening on May 30 & 31, Noon-4 p.m. both days at the City of Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center.
Free family fun with performers, live birds and reptiles, and lots of hands-on activities. The Water Center is located at 4600 SE Columbia Way (Call 360-487-7111 for directions as some GPS units and Internet maps give inaccurate directions especially when traveling west on Hwy 14 - use Exit 1, not Exit 3)
Schedule 2009
Saturday
12:30 Puppet Show - Gracie Learns the 3 Rs
1:00 Awards Ceremony for Student Photo Contest
2:00 Puppet Show - Gracie Learns the 3 Rs
2:30 Fish Dissection
3:00 Wild on Wildlife Live Bird Presenter
Sunday
12:30 Chinook Tribal Lore with Sam Robinson
1:00 Portland Audubon – Meet Birds of Prey
1:30 Fish Dissection 2:00
Chinook Tribal Lore with Sam Robinson
2:30 Portland Audubon – Meet Birds of Prey
3:00 Creature Feature Reptile Zoo
How do you feel about Color?
Did you know that colors affect mood and performance? These are some fun facts to share with your own KidzArt students as well as anyone looking to change an interior space, plan a logo or composition of any kind.
In a bold move Iowa football coach Hayden Fry notoriously painted the visitors locker room pink. A psychology major, Fry's move was hotly debated since the color has been shown to reduce aggressiveness and have a calming effect on people.
Looking for a little mood boosters in your home or workplace? Try these on for size:
Lavender: fosters feelings of warmth and comfort
Green: many people feel the most positive emotions in green rooms including peacefulness
Orange: since orange combines yellow and red, it's for vibrant, social spaces like dining rooms. It's been published that people eat more in red dining rooms (don't ruin your diet...)
Blue: workspaces painted blue had workers that were more productive and self-disciplined.
For more color symbolism and psychology check out Wikipedia's article and then check out how many of your favorite restaurants have red in their logo!
In a bold move Iowa football coach Hayden Fry notoriously painted the visitors locker room pink. A psychology major, Fry's move was hotly debated since the color has been shown to reduce aggressiveness and have a calming effect on people.
Looking for a little mood boosters in your home or workplace? Try these on for size:
Lavender: fosters feelings of warmth and comfort
Green: many people feel the most positive emotions in green rooms including peacefulness
Orange: since orange combines yellow and red, it's for vibrant, social spaces like dining rooms. It's been published that people eat more in red dining rooms (don't ruin your diet...)
Blue: workspaces painted blue had workers that were more productive and self-disciplined.
For more color symbolism and psychology check out Wikipedia's article and then check out how many of your favorite restaurants have red in their logo!
"Healthy Cookies" to make at home!
We at KidzArt love our art classes, and we love our tasty snacks too! Melissa gets asked about this recipie ALL THE TIME! So good, 2 cookies can be a really filling snack!
Since it's the time of year to give gifts to teachers...how about a little Vancouver, WA homemade treat from your kitchen!
2 sticks of butter (or Earth Balance oil spread) softened
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
4 egg whites
2 tsp. real vanilla extract
1 1/4 c. whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3 c. quick cooking oats
1 bag of semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In large bowl: Cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the 4 egg whites 1 at a time. Add vanilla.
3. In a small bowl: combine flour and baking soda and stir into creamed mixture until just blended.
4. Mix in the quick oats & chocolate chips.
5. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 14 minutes. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on hot sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
Enjoy!
Since it's the time of year to give gifts to teachers...how about a little Vancouver, WA homemade treat from your kitchen!
2 sticks of butter (or Earth Balance oil spread) softened
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
4 egg whites
2 tsp. real vanilla extract
1 1/4 c. whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3 c. quick cooking oats
1 bag of semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In large bowl: Cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the 4 egg whites 1 at a time. Add vanilla.
3. In a small bowl: combine flour and baking soda and stir into creamed mixture until just blended.
4. Mix in the quick oats & chocolate chips.
5. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 14 minutes. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on hot sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
Enjoy!
Bug Off!
So, you're having some ant problems and their getting in the way of your drawing practice for KidzArt.... Here's 2 helpful remedies we've noticed work well around the house and keep to our sustainable liking (because who needs more toxic stuff around?).
Ants: Mix 1 part Borax, 1 part powdered sugar, and 1 part dry yeast. Place the piles near the entry points for the ants and watch them disappear. You'll be shocked how well this works!
Or, you can try applying 3-5 drops of citronella or peppermint essential oil to windowsills, doorways, kitchen sink, etc. Test first, essential oils are powerful stuff and can melt plastic!
Ants: Mix 1 part Borax, 1 part powdered sugar, and 1 part dry yeast. Place the piles near the entry points for the ants and watch them disappear. You'll be shocked how well this works!
Or, you can try applying 3-5 drops of citronella or peppermint essential oil to windowsills, doorways, kitchen sink, etc. Test first, essential oils are powerful stuff and can melt plastic!
Friday, May 22, 2009
First Friday Vancouver Uptown!
We here at KidzArt are always looking for free and fun activities for your family to enjoy. This Friday June 5th and July 3rd The Vancouver Downtown Association and the Uptown Villiage Association put on "First Friday" for your enjoyment! Get into the sun with a free walk through the Art Galleries Downtown (head for Main street between Evergreen and 11th to start) between 5-8 PM and the Uptown Villiage (Main Street between Fourth Plain and Mill Plain) between 4-8 PM. KidzArt will be doing free Sand Art in the Uptown Villiage - stop by for a fun and free break for the kiddos! North Bank Gallery usually has a free kids craft as well. Also be sure to check out Mon Ami Cafe crepes... one of our favorite dishes to eat in Uptown! Galleries, Shops, Food and Art Vendors will be on hand and open late! A fun activity for all!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
New Schools!
KidzArt is proud to announce new school partnerships for the 2009-2010 school year!
"We have been humbled by the heartfelt word of mouth that is spurring our growth," says Executive Director Melissa Beatty.
KidzArt will be serving many new schools in the fall, and are projecting 25 classes a week at local elementary schools. "KidzArt will double in size after just one school year, and we are very proud of that. We've got great instructors and we are always looking to improve the experience for our kids. When a parent tells me that their child is more confident, and KidzArt is the highlight of their week, it makes us very proud to be serving the schools," says Beatty.
For more information on how to bring KidzArt to your school or on the ways they give back to the school communities they serve, please call KidzArt at 360-699-2222.
"We have been humbled by the heartfelt word of mouth that is spurring our growth," says Executive Director Melissa Beatty.
KidzArt will be serving many new schools in the fall, and are projecting 25 classes a week at local elementary schools. "KidzArt will double in size after just one school year, and we are very proud of that. We've got great instructors and we are always looking to improve the experience for our kids. When a parent tells me that their child is more confident, and KidzArt is the highlight of their week, it makes us very proud to be serving the schools," says Beatty.
For more information on how to bring KidzArt to your school or on the ways they give back to the school communities they serve, please call KidzArt at 360-699-2222.
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