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The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 11/7/2009 to 12/22/2009.
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Puppet Club
Come out and join the after school Puppet Club! We will design the set, create our own puppets, and then put on our very own puppet show!! The club will run November 11, 12, and 13 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Recommended for ages 5 - 12 yrs old.
Seasonal Make and Takes
'Tis the season to be crafty! Drop in at anytime during the month of December and create your very own holiday craft. Each week will feature a different craft. For more information call 704-416-5630.
Call for performers! Deadline Nov. 13
Performing Artists are needed for the Global Family Story Festival Series starting in January. Artists should be able to set up, create and interact with passing observers who might ask questions.
To apply, please fill out and return the electronic application. Deadline: Friday, November 13.
Review of applications will begin upon receipt. Please direct questions to: bmurray@imaginon.org. This opportunity is best suited to groups within the Carolinas.
Click here for more information.
Click here for the electronic application.
The festival will take place on the following dates at ImaginOn: the Joe & Joan Martin Center:
- January 16: Celebrate Asia!
- February 20: Celebrate Latin America!
- March 20: Celebrate Africa!
- April 17: Celebrate Native America!
Crafting Jewelry
Rings,bracelets,pendants-- you decide what to make and Tammy Morris, teaching artist from Mint Hill Arts,will help you complete your project! All ages are welcome but if you are 6 and under you will need an adult to assist you!
Picturing America: Family Portrait Day
Portraits have been used thoroughout history to remember family and friends. Get your portrait made at the Morrison Regional Library. Registration Required: (704)416-5431.
University City Coupon Clippers Club
Save money through clipping coupons. Come and bring your own coupons to clip and swap as well as learn and share money saving tips. Newcomers and experts are welcome! The UC Coupon Clippers Club meets the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m.
Profile Pics
Want to update your profile picture on your Facebook, MySpace or other online account? Stop by to have photos taken and upload them right away! For teens 12-18 only.
"The Giving Tree"
We will read Shel Silverstein’s classic, The Giving Tree,
and we will make a giving tree of our own where each leaf will indicate a good dead we will do.
Kids Club Surprise
Come explore hands on fun. Maybe Art? Maybe Technology? Maybe a Mystery?
Stitch-In
A drop-in lunchtime program for anyone feeling crafty. Bring a lunch and a portable craft (knitting, crocheting, quilting, cross stitch, scrapbooking, etc.) and enjoy the company of other crafty folks.
Giant Chess
Check mate! Play chess with extra-large pieces. For teens 12-18 only.
Batteries Not Included
(K-5th grade)
Creative crafts, science experiments, art and music for grades K-5. Info: 704-416-5630.
Stump the Staff: Blokus
Think you can beat the Loft Staff? Try your luck with Blokus, a popular new strategy game. For teens 12-18 only.
An Evening with Joseph Cavano
Joseph Cavano, local author and jazz pianist will discuss his latest book entitled Love Songs in Minor Key. To register, please call 704-416-3000.
Picturing America: NC Pottery
Learn about the history and variety of pottery in North Carolina. Registration Required: (704) 416-5431
A Stitch in Time
Take an up-close look at the time-honored art of quilting. Some of the Children's Theatre's sewing experts will demonstrate quilting and discuss how they created the costumes for "Beauty and the Beast." The costumes will also be on display.
GROWING Uptown Activities
Charlotte Trolley hosts free learning activities weekly at ImaginOn,
especially for ages 3-8 starting at 11:00, 12:00, and 1:00.
Meet the Author: Mike Thaler
Mike Thaler, author of the classic Black Lagoon Series, is coming to ImaginOn! Enjoy a performance by Mike as he reads, draws, and inspires kids to create. http://www.mikethaler.com/
We're Haying a Good Time
Harvest time will be captured with good books, craft-maing, and play with real hay for K-3rd grade participants. Register online or call 704-416-6800 for more information.
Cards for Heroes
Make a difference and help contribute to a nationwide volunteer effort called Cards for Heroes. Crafters will make handmade cards and send them to volunteers who will distribute the cards to troops and soldiers serving in the military.
Chess Club
Join us for a fun round of Chess!
Picturing America: Art for Children
Learn about Native Americans through art. Guest artist Alex Clark.
Grades K-6. Registration required: 704-416-5421.
Art NewVeau
Art NewVeau is a connection venue facilitated by local artists for aspiring artists. The artists will explore various are mediums.
Let's Talk Turkey!
Thanksgiving comes alive in this special preschool program through stories, songs, and a take-home turkey craft...like you haven't seen before! Register online or call 704-416-6800 for more information.
Flashback Friday: The Waterboy
Cheer for Bobby as he delivers more than H2O. The Waterboy is rated PG-13. For teens 12-18 only.
Gamers Unite: Monopoly Tournament
Celebrate National Gaming Day with Monopoly. It's everyone's favorite money-making game! For teens 12-18 only.
Coupon Clippers Club
Come learn the art of saving money through clipping
coupons. Bring your own coupons to clip and swap. Newcomers and experts are welcome! Info: (704) 416-5431.
Marbles on Monday
Calling all first through fifth graders---it's time for some old fashioned fun! Join us for a game or two of Marbles! One lucky MIBSTER(marble player) will go home with a new "shooter" and a new "glassy" or two! For more info call 704-416-5200
Girls Night Out Craft Night: Gingerbread Style Houses
Mothers, daughters, sisters, best friends. Come join us for an evening of making gingerbread style houses using a paper kit, stickers, and other craft supplies.
Webkinz
Enter Webkinz World, a great place to learn and play!
Origami for Fun with Mr. Malcolm
Learn new and beautiful folds to create simple origami art for your home, party or table settings during the holiday season.
Stump the Staff: Connect 4
Compete against Loft Staff in the ultimate upright checker-dropping challenge! For teens 12-18 only.
Coupon Clippers
Coupon Clippers meets at Hickory Grove every two weeks. Join them at any time to save money and meet new friends.
Stitch-In
Join our UC evening Stitch-In sessions! We will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Bring your portable craft: knitting, embroidery, crocheting, quilting~just to name a few~to work on while you enjoy the company of other crafters. Share tips and hints, new ideas, and patterns. Check out our collection of needlework books! Open to crafters age 12 and up. No registration required.
South County Stitch-In
A monthly gathering of the needlework kind. All are welcome to bring projects and share ideas and fun.
Stitch-In
Handicrafters are invited to bring a bag lunch and your favorite portable craft. For more information, contact 704-416-6000, option 4.
Stitch-In
Bring your needlework, knitting, crocheting, or small portable craft project to our bi-monthly gathering. Stuck on a handwork project? Stitch-In is here to help!
Mad Science presents…
A special scientist from Mad Science experiments will be here to present an interesting experiment!
Learning @ the Library
Join us for an introduction to stories about Greek Gods and Goddesses, learn about the influences of mythology, and make a paper bag craft related to a special symbol. Register online or call 704-416-6800.
The Art of Whimsy
Children, ages 8 and up, are invited to join artist, Ginny Edelen, in crafting a "whimsical" piece of art! Call 704-416-5200 to make your reservation.
6R: Bleach Effect Tees
Give new life to an old t-shirt with custom bleach designs you create. PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING A T-SHIRT! For teens 12-18 only.
Cards for Heroes
Learn how to create greeting cards using rubber stamping and paper crafting techniques. Make a card to share with members of the armed forces, as well as a card for yourself. Materials provided. Registration required; space limited.
Comics Camp
The next Comics Camp event will be held at ImaginOn in the Round on 11/19/09 with registration starting on 11/4/09. Local artists & comic book creators John DaCosta and Eraklis Petmezas (Herc)will present this workshop that comic fans will love!!!
Fiber Club
Want to learn? Want to teach? Just want some company while you work? Bring your current craft project and join other creative Charlotteans for a fun morning of knitting, quilting, cross-stitch, sewing, or whatever you're interested in. Info: (704)416-5431.
Flashback Friday: Dirty Dancing
Have the time of your life catching up with this classic dance flick. Dirty Dancing is rated PG-13. For teens 12-18 only.
Hooked on Crochet
Bring your own crochet hook and yarn and learn the basics of crochet. Already know how? Come and show off your latest creations!
NASA Image Unveiling
Be the first to see a new image from the Hubble Space Telescope, the Spitzer Space Telescope, and Chandra X-Ray Observatory. Unveiling at 2:15 pm, followed by a talk from UNCC’s Elisabeth Benchich and Appalachian State's Dan Caton.
Artist on Display
A local artist will give a presentation of his work,describing the process and answering questions.
Crafty Recycling
Recycle creatively! Bring a pillowcase to transform into a stylish tea cozy. All other materials and notions provided. Registration Required: (704) 416-5431
Stump the Staff: Clue
Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with a wrench? Compete against Loft Staff and see if you can solve the mystery. For teens 12-18 only.
NCO Origami Club
Learn the ancient art of paperfolding. For children in grades 2-5. All materials supplied. Registration required:(704) 416-6000.
Holiday Movie Marathon: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Join us for Tim Burton's ghoulish Christmas tale. The Nightmare Before Christmas is rated PG. For teens 12-18 only.
Holiday Movie Marathon: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Yule crack up with this holiday favorite! Christmas Vacation is rated PG-13. For teens 12-18 only.
Holiday Movie Marathon: Elf
Discover your inner elf. Elf is rated PG. For teens 12-18 only.
Webkinz World
Join other webkinz owners to share ideas, tips, and play on the website. Registration required: 704-416-5421. (Ages 5 years and up)
Wordplay Monday: Freestyle Competition
Read poetry, rap or sing in this freestyle quest for glory! For teens 12-18 only.
Zinger’s Slumber Club
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal and join us for an evening filled with stories, music and a craft!
World Music
Listen to holiday music from all over the world and enjoy activities that go along with it.
Holiday Origami
Dress up the holidays with origami creations you make yourself. Ornaments, package toppers, and more! All supplies provided. Registration required.
Stitch-In
Handicrafters are invited to bring a bag lunch and your favorite portable craft. For more information, contact us at 704-416-6000, option 4.
All Aboard the Polar Express
Enjoy the beloved Christmas classic, drink hot chocolate, and make an ornament. For ages 6 to 10. Info: 704-416-6400.
Gingerbread Houses for Teens
In this two-day program, teens will assemble and decorate a gingerbread house. Prizes will be awarded and determined by popular vote. The houses will be assembled on day one and decorated on day two. Register by phoning 704-416-5200 beginning Nov. 20
Gingerbread Houses for Teens
In this two-day program, teens will assemble and decorate a gingerbread house. Prizes will be awarded and determined by popular vote. The houses will be assembled on day one and decorated on day two. Register by phoning 704-416-5200.
Art & Anime Club
Do you love to draw and create? Join other teens who have a passion for art, anime and manga in this on-going monthly event.
Holiday Crafts for Teens
Create your own holiday crafts to decorate a tree or for gifts.
Winter Crafts
Winter crafts to brighten your holiday. Grades K-5. Registration required: 704-416-5421.
Coupon Clippers Club
Come learn the art of saving money through clipping coupons. Each meeting will include an informational segment followed by time for swapping and sharing tips. Bring your own coupons to clip and swap. Newcomers and experts are welcome!
Girls Night Out Craft Night: Greeting Cards
Mothers, daughters, sisters, best friends. Come join us in making greeting cards using a variety of rubber stamping and greeting card techniques. Make a card for the “Cards for Heroes” program and for yourself.
Holiday Crafts
Bring a friend and join other teens in making holiday cards and gifts with our guest crafter, Francis Brown.
"Don't Forget The Birds"
We will talk about the birds that live in Charlotte in the winter
and their habits. We will make a bird feeder out of a plastic water bottle with a twig for a perch.
We will also see examples of other ways to make bird feeders.
Jingle Bells
Children 3-5 years olds can celebrate the season with Santa stories and Christmas music. A make-and-take crafts will add cheer to the event.
Picturing Charlotte: The Photographic Basics
Photography presentation by student James Pietras.
School Age Pajama Party
Wear your pajamas to the party! Dancing, eating, and nighttime library fun for third to sixth grade kids.
Gingerbread Houses
Build and decorate your own gingerbread-type house. A fun family project for kids ages 3 and up. Please bring a bag of candy to shrare! Registration required: 704-416-5421.
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