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Preschool at Darlington Arts Center |
Classes Forming Now Begin January 31st
Education through Music, Art, Dance & Drama
Ages 3 - 5 9 am - Noon
Tuesdays 16 classes $415 Jan 31-May 22
Wednesdays 16 classes $415 Feb 1-May 23
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
32 classes $830 Jan 31-May 23Introduce your child to writing, counting and a classroom environment through arts-focused curriculum. The Preschool at Darlington Arts Center includes music, visual arts, creative movement and drama!
Teachers emphasize creativity, imagination, exploration, and active participation. In art, the emphasis is on process and progress rather than product. Children are encouraged to experiment with a variety of materials and  techniques in order to expand their artistic expression and hand-eye coordination. Music instruction includes listening, singing, moving, and playing rhythm instruments. They develop an appreciation for the patterns and musical variety produced by rhythms and melodies. In drama and creative movement, students engage in role playing and movement utilizing their creativity and imaginations to their fullest.
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Darlington's Winter/Spring 2012 Catalog
Now Available Online |
Darlington's Winter/Spring 2012 Catalog is Now Online as a PDF available for you to download. It is filled with exciting new classes as well as everyone's long-time favorites. We are now accepting registrations online, over the phone or in person!You should be receiving your copy in the mail this week. To confirm you are on our mailing list, or to be added, please email Rachel Gresh at rachel@darlingtonarts.org |
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Semi-Annual Student & Teaching Artist
Gallery Exhibit | |
Opening Reception: Saturday, January 7, 3-5pm
Show Open through Jan 30th
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"Joe's Horse" by Samantha Norwood, Adult Drawing & Painting Student |
Darlington's Semi-Annual Student and Teaching Artist Gallery is a chance for students and teachers to show off what they have been working on all semester. The exhibit highlights a wide range of subjects, mediums and ages; from preschooler's drawings to adult's oil paintings, there is something for everyone. Meet the artists and view their work at the free opening reception Saturday, January 7th from 3-5pm.Gallery Hours:
Mon-Fri 9am-9pm
Sat 9am-4pm
Closed Sun |
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Anne Martindale Williams
Cello Master Class | |
Saturday, January 21, 2-4pm
$10 general admission; Free for current Darlington students
 Anne Martindale Williams has performed as the Principal Cellist of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra since 1979, and teaches at Carnegie Mellon and Duquesne Universities. She has been featured frequently as a soloist, both in Pittsburgh and on tour in New York at Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall, and often collaborates with other artists in chamber music ensembles. Williams is also a member of the Carnegie-Mellon Trio. Her solo and chamber music performances have been presented across America, Europe and the Far East. She is a graduate of Curtis Institute of Music, where she studied with Orlando Cole.Purchase tickets online here > |
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Save the Date!
Arts Salute to Spring 2012 | |
Sunday, March 18, 3-6pm
As a non-profit arts center Darlington depends on contributed income in order to maintain our facilities, provide excellent administration and care for our instruments. We also raise funds to offer scholarships and provide outreach to students in schools who otherwise would have no arts instruction.
Over the years we have had a variety of fundraisers and thank you for your support. This year we have decided to concentrate our efforts on one big event: Arts Salute to Spring! On Saturday March 18 from 3-6pm community members will gather at Concord Country Club for a reception, performances and a live and silent auction.
We need your help in finding sponsors and auction items. Sponsors are individuals and businesses, which support Darlington with a tax deductable gift.
We hope to see you there!
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Volunteer Opportunities |
Be a part of the arts by volunteering at Darlington!
Adults and mature teens are needed for short term and long term volunteer projects. Why sit and wait when you can help the community? If you have at least 2 hours per week - we need you.
Darlington's Current Needs include:
- Volunteer Greeters
- Volunteer Gardeners
- Volunteer Office Administrative Assistants
- Volunteer Special Events Assistants
Please email susan@darlingtonarts.org if you are interested. Thanks!
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Upcoming January Workshops | |
Children's Workshops:
Princess & Pirate Dance Party Fri, Jan 13, 6:45-7:45pm ages 3-6Newly added visual art workshops (Jan 23-27):Winter Collage Workshop Mon, Jan 23, 3:45-4:45pm ages 6-8Mosaics Workshop Mon, Jan 23, 3:45-5pm ages 9-13Papier Mache Pots Workshop Mon, Jan 23, 5-6pm ages 7-13Valentine Mosaics Workshop Tues, Jan 24, 4-5pm ages 7-11Weave a Winter Scarf Wed, Jan 25, 4-5pm ages 7-13Art Calendar Workshop Wed, Jan 25, 5-6pm ages 7-13Winter Origami & Kirigami Thurs, Jan 26, 4-5pm ages 7-13A Day with Van Gogh Thurs, Jan 26, 5-6pm ages 7-13Snow People Workshop Fri, Jan 27, 4-5pm ages 7-12Winter Wonderland Workshop Fri, Jan 27, 5-6pm ages 7-12Teen & Adult Workshops: Printmaking for Teens Fri, Jan 13, 6-9pm teensTips for Travel Photography Sat, Jan 14, 12-2:30pm teens & adultsMosaics for Teens Workshop Mon, Jan 23, 7:15-9pm teens |
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Faculty Focus |
Ryan Kauffman, sax instructor, will bring his jazz quartet to West Chester for a house concert on Saturday, February 4. Kauffman and Friends will play a variety of classic jazz standards and original tunes. Concert begins at 7:15pm at a private home in West Chester. Seating is limited, call 484-947-5008 or email knejoseph@comcast.net to reserve your seats. He is also playing several other concerts throughout central and eastern Pennsylvania. Visit Ryan's website (www.myspace.com/ryankauffmanmusic) to hear his music and view a full list of his performances.
Silvanio Reis, piano instructor, is on a busy concert tour (and enjoying the warm weather) in his native Brazil. He is performing concert and giving master classes at the Institute of Music and Arts of Penapolis, and at Cine Lumine in Sao Paulo.
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 | Darlington Arts Center needs your help to serve the cultural needs of our diverse community. All donations are tax deductible and allow us to send outreach programs to underserved children, improve our facility and provide scholarships. Your donation will be gratefully received and wisely used.
Contributions to Darlington Arts Center can be made through your local United Way Employee Campaign where you work.
The Darlington Arts Center can be selected through the United Ways of:
State of DE #8416
Southeastern PA
#4131
State of NJ
(enter our info)
Specify Darlington's information or choice number on the Donor Choice Pledge Form.
Darlington Arts Center
EIN: 23-2081984
977 Shavertown Rd
Garnet Valley, PA 19060
610-358-3632
Thank you in advance for your support.
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| Upcoming Events | Registrations Accepted for New January Preschool Classes
Jan 6, 7 & 8pm
Student Music Recital
Jan 7, 3-5pm
Student & Teaching Artist Exhibit
Opening Reception
Jan 9, 4:15 & 6pm
Fall Drama Classes Perform
Jan 13, 6-9pm
Printmaking for Teens Workshop
Jan 13, 6:45-7:45pm
Princess & Pirate
Dance Party
for ages 4-6
Jan 14, Noon-2:30pm
Tips for Travel Photography Workshop
for adults
Jan 15
Center Open for Music Make-Ups
Jan 21, 2-4pm
Anne Martindale Williams
Cello Master Class
Jan 23, 3:45-4:45pm
Winter Collage Workshop
for ages 6-8
Jan 23, 3:45-5pm
Mosaics for Pre-Teens Workshop
for ages 9-13
Jan 23, 5-6pm
Papier Mache Pots Workshop
for ages 7-13
Jan 23, 7:15-9pm
Mosaics for Teens Workshop
Jan 24, 4-5pm
Valentine Mosaics Workshop
for ages 7-11
Jan 25, 4-5pm
Weave a Winter Scarf Workshop
for ages 7-13
Jan 25, 5-6pm
Art Calendar Workshop
for ages 7-13
Jan 26, 4-5pm
Winter Origami & Kirigami Workshop
for ages 7-13
Jan 26, 5-6pm
A Day with Van Gogh Workshop
for ages 7-13
Jan 27, 4-5pm
Snow People Workshop
for ages 7-12
Jan 27, 5-6pm
Winter Wonderland Workshop
for ages 7-12
JAN 30
WINTER/SPRING SEMESTER BEGINS!
download our catalog here
Jan 31-May 22, 9am-Noon
Preschool at
Darlington Arts Center:
Tuesdays
for ages 3-5
Jan 31-May 23, 9am-Noon
Preschool at
Darlington Arts Center: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
for ages 3-5
Feb 1-May 23, 9am-Noon
Preschool at
Darlington Arts Center: Wednesdays
for ages 3-5
Feb 3, 6:30-8:30pm
Woven Heart Basket Workshop
for teens & adults
Feb 3, 7pm
Student Music Recital
Feb 4, 3-5pm
Bob Lott
Photography Exhibit
Opening Reception
Feb 10, 6:45-7:45pm
Princess & Pirate
Dance Party
for ages 3-6
Feb 10, 6:30-8:30pm
Sweets for Your Sweetheart
Workshop
for teens & adults
Feb 11, 12:30-2:30pm
Sweets for Your Sweetheart
Workshop
for ages 9-13
Feb 11, 2:30 - 5pm
Be Your Best Onstage Workshop
for high schoolers
Feb 17, 6-8pm
Fashion Illustration Workshop
for ages 9-13
Feb 18 & 25
12:30-2:30pm
Ceramic Trays & Trivets Workshop
for teens & adults
Feb 18, 1:30-4pm
Musical Theater
Master Class
with Michael Borton
for ages 13 & up
Feb 18, 1:30-4pm
Get the Most from your Compact Digital Camera Workshop
for teens & adults
Feb 20, 9am-4pm
Art All Day:
The Science of Art
Presidents' Day
In-Service Workshop
for ages 7-12
before & after care available
Feb 25, 1:30-3pm
Advanced Dance Conditioning Workshop
for ages 10 & up
Feb 27-Mar 19, 1-2pm
Kindergarten Arts Experience: Visual Art
for ages 4-6
Mar 2, 7pm
Student Music Recital
Mar 3, 3-5pm
Alyce Grunt
Paintings Exhibit
Opening Reception
call 610-358-3632
or visit www.darlingtonarts.org for more information
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| Leadership at the Darlington Arts Center |
Serving on our Board of Directors and the Board Committees is a meaningful way to get involved with the Darlington Arts Center. We're looking for energetic people with an interest in sharing their legal, financial, public relations and marketing expertise. Our Board meets every other month. Board Committees typically meet in months where the Board does not. Board members participate in activities of the full Board and sit on at least one Board Committee. Interested? Contact Executive Director Susan Nicodemus Quinn at 610-358-3632 x106 or susan@darlingtonarts.org. |
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