| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Sunday Afternoon Family Celebrations: Gold RushPresented by Bowers Kidseum at Bowers Kidseum May 20, 2012 The lure of the promise of wealth in the West caused a feverish migration of workers and an exciting highlight in the history of California. Don’t miss a fun afternoon at the Kidseum where you can come and learn everything there is to know about the California Gold Rush through storytelling and art! Recommended for ages 2- 8, parents and grandparents.
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| Bowers Kidseum | 05/20/12 | Santa Ana |
Friday Morning Storytelling, Art & MusicPresented by Bowers Kidseum at Bowers Kidseum May 25, 2012 Character to be announced
For children ages 2 ½ to 6 years. Toddlers and their parents enjoy music, movement, stories and art projects in these engaging, interactive class sessions taught by our beloved Miss Bev and Miss Jackie. After, you can enjoy all the activities the Kidseum has to offer. Make sure to bring your camera and get ready for a great Friday morning. | Bowers Kidseum | 05/25/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Sacred GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 14, 2012 This spring encounter the marvels of the world’s finest collection of Pre-Hispanic gold, on loan from the renowned Museo del Oro of Bogotá, Colombia. National treasures and more than two hundred other exquisite gold figures and ornaments in this stunning exhibition give testament to the unparalleled mastery of gold, a sacred material considered a gift from the gods. Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history,... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/14/12 | Santa Ana |
Lecture & Art Workshop: Alzheimer's Art SpeaksPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 10, 2012 Alzheimer’s Art Speaks: “Memories in the Making” - A Healthy Brain Activity for People with Memory Impairment and Alzheimer’s
La Doris “Sam” Heinly, National Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County, presents an overview of the nationwide art-making program designed to enhance the quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss. Hands-on workshop follows. Presented in association with the Alzheimer’s Association... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/10/12 | Santa Ana |
Friday Morning Storytelling, Art, & MusicPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Kidseum June 8, 2012 Join us at the Kidseum for this engaging and interactive storytelling with our beloved Miss Bev & Miss Jackie. After, you can enjoy all the activities the kidseum has to offer. Make sure to bring you camera and get ready for a great Friday morning.
Presented in partnership with PBS So Cal. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/08/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: California GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 12, 2012 Feast your eyes on stunningly beautiful specimens of native Californian Gold brought to life by gold rush memorabilia! Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, ask plenty of questions about the artifacts, and much more. Included with museum admission. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/12/12 | Santa Ana |
Docent Tour: Sacred GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 9, 2012 This spring encounter the marvels of the world’s finest collection of Pre-hispanic gold, on loan from the renowned Museo del Oro of Bogotá, Colombia. National treasures and more than two hundred other exquisite gold figures and ornaments in this stunning exhibition give testament to the unparalleled mastery of gold, a sacred material considered a gift from the gods. Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history,... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/09/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk - Ancient Art of ChinaPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 1, 2012 Journey back through 5000 years of Chinese history and follow the efflorescence of arts throughout one of the world’s oldest living civilizations. From large painted ceramic pots, to sculptures at the height of the Silk Road, to beautiful embroidered silk court robes and ivory carvings from the 19th century, this exhibition presents the importance of fine art made to be admired during life and depended on in the afterlife. Please join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/01/12 | Santa Ana |
Irish Literary Salon: The Heart of an Irish WomanPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art May 19, 2012 The passion of it all: love, loss, longing, courage, victory, hilarity, Mother Ireland, the emigrant mother, the fierce, strong, courageous women who have inspired some of Ireland’s greatest writers. Irish actors Sheelagh Cullen and Laura Solter take us home to the heart of this great Irishwoman in a wonderful afternoon of literature and song… Not to be missed! Presented in association with Kerry Records, Inc. and Hon. Consul General of Ireland, Finbar Hill. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 05/19/12 | Santa Ana |
Timeless Melodies: Music of World War llPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art May 24, 2012 Educator and expert in American music and performers, Larry Maurer, presents the popular series, Timeless Melodies. Timeless Melodies is rich in pictures, video clips, humor, and history and this month will feature the popular music of World War II. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 05/24/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Sacred Gold Presented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art May 30, 2012 This spring encounter the marvels of the world’s finest collection of Pre-hispanic gold, on loan from the renowned Museo del Oro of Bogotá, Colombia. National treasures and more than two hundred other exquisite gold figures and ornaments in this stunning exhibition give testament to the unparalleled mastery of gold, a sacred material considered a gift from the gods. Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history,... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 05/30/12 | Santa Ana |
Gold: pre-hispanic art of ColombiaPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art March 31-July 1, 2012 Pre-Hispanic gold, on loan from the renowned Museo del Oro and the Banco de Republica, Bogota, Colombia. National treasures and more than two hundred exquisite gold figures and ornaments in this stunning exhibition give testament to the unparalleled mastery of gold, considered a gift of the gods. In conjunction with this exhibit, Bowers will have on display an ornately carved emerald rosary recovered from the sunken Spanish warship, the “Nuestra Senora di Atocha.” During the... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 03/31/12- 07/01/12 | Santa Ana |
Lecture: Counting the Days: POW's, Internees & Stragglers of WWII Presented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 2, 2012 Craig B. Smith, Ph. D., presents his latest book, Counting the Days, an inspirational collection of remarkable stories of six prisoners of war imprisoned by both sides during the conflict the Japanese called the "Pacific War." This is the story of their struggles to stay alive, the small daily triumphs that kept them going—and for some, their almost miraculous survival. Book signing follows. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/02/12 | Santa Ana |
Target Free First SundaysPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 3, 2012 Come and enjoy a wonderful day viewing fabulous exhibitions as the Bowers Museum and Kidseum offers free admission to the museum on the first Sunday of every month! There will be a limit of 250 tickets per hour and 1500 tickets per day for specially ticketed exhibits. Sponsored by the Target Corporation. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/03/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Art of AdornmentPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 6, 2012 Symbols of status and culture, this important collection of exquisite textiles and silver jewelry highlights the beauty and wealth of the Miao peoples of southwest China. More than an examination of masterful techniques and beautiful style, these objects reveal hundreds of years of Miao history and the patience and dedication to achieve beauty. Please join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, and ask plenty of questions about the... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/06/12 | Santa Ana |
Home School Workshop: Ancient Arts of ChinaPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 6, 2012 Join us in launching our new education programs designed specifically for home school families with students ages 5 – 17. Participants receive an interactive, Docent-guided tour of our permanent gallery, Ancient Arts of China: A 5000 Year Legacy, followed by a related art project taught by a Kidseum art instructor. Advance reservations required. Minimum of 10 per session. $12 per person. For reservations and information, please e-mail schooltours@bowers.org or call 714.567.3680. Meet... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/06/12 | Santa Ana |
Lecture: Now in 3D-An Armchair Visit to One of Ancient Egypt's Most Important CemetariesPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 9, 2012
Dr. Elaine Sullivan has focused on utilizing emerging technologies in the Humanities, bringing digital mapping concepts into the classroom. As she visits from the UCLA Experimental Technologies Center, she will discuss new views of the ancient Egyptian cemetery of Saqqara,
| Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/09/12 | Santa Ana |
Performance: Father's Day Tribute in Stories, Words and SongPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 16, 2012 Professional actor John-David Keller (South Coast Repertory) and John Frederick Jones, Shakespearean performer and professor of Theatre, present a series of readings, including “Father William” by Lewis Carroll, “Father Ghost” scene from Hamlet, letters from Tom Brokaw’s books, poetry, and limericks honoring our cherished patriarchs.
Audience participation. Fun for all ages. Presented in association with the Council on Aging, OC. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/16/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Missions and RanchosPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 20, 2012 California Legacies: Missions and Ranchos (1768-1848) features objects related to the settlement of Alta California, life at the California Missions and the wealth and lifestyles of the first families who flourished under Mexico`s rule of California known as the Rancho period. Please join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, ask plenty of questions about the artifacts and much more. Included with museum admission. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/20/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Missions & RanchosPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 20, 2013-June 20, 2012 California Legacies: Missions and Ranchos (1768-1848) features objects related to the settlement of Alta California, life at the California Missions and the wealth and lifestyles of the first families who flourished under Mexico`s rule of California known as the Rancho period. Please join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, ask plenty of questions about the artifacts and much more. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/20/13- 06/20/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: California GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 21, 2012 Feast your eyes on stunningly beautiful specimens of native Californian Gold brought to life by gold rush memorabilia! Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, ask plenty of questions about the artifacts, and much more. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/21/12 | Santa Ana |
| Jensen Knives: Forging new traditions in edged weaponry | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/23/12 | Santa Ana |
Lecture: Faberge: Imperial Jeweler to the TsarsPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 23, 2012 DISTINGUISHED LECTURE: Before Russia Went Red: Worlds of Art Under the Last Tsars
Lynn Mally, Ph. D., Professor of History Emerita, UC Irvine, discusses the art and culture supported by the Russian imperial family in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the work of the Russian jeweler Karl Faberge and new artistic movements | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/23/12 | Santa Ana |
Performance: Musical Masterpieces: Russian ComposersPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 24, 2012 Beth Sussman, a Juilliard trained pianist and educator, presents a new program in conjunction with the Faberge exhibit with short pieces by Russian-born composers including: Scriabin, Rachmaninoff, Kabalevsky, Shotokovitch, Vernon Duke and Irving Berlin. Beth’s humor and warmth creates an intimacy with the audience as she shares the stories behind the music. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/24/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: California GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 26, 2012 Feast your eyes on stunningly beautiful specimens of native Californian Gold brought to life by gold rush memorabilia! Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, ask plenty of questions about the artifacts, and much more. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/26/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: California GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 27, 2012 Feast your eyes on stunningly beautiful specimens of native Californian Gold brought to life by gold rush memorabilia! Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history, ask plenty of questions about the artifacts, and much more. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/27/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Sacred GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 28, 2012 This spring encounter the marvels of the world’s finest collection of Pre-hispanic gold, on loan from the renowned Museo del Oro of Bogotá, Colombia. National treasures and more than two hundred other exquisite gold figures and ornaments in this stunning exhibition give testament to the unparalleled mastery of gold, a sacred material considered a gift from the gods. Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history,... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/28/12 | Santa Ana |
| Lecture: Timeless Melodies: African American Contributions to Popular Music | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/28/12 | Santa Ana |
Gallery Talk: Sacred GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 29, 2012 This spring encounter the marvels of the world’s finest collection of Pre-hispanic gold, on loan from the renowned Museo del Oro of Bogotá, Colombia. National treasures and more than two hundred other exquisite gold figures and ornaments in this stunning exhibition give testament to the unparalleled mastery of gold, a sacred material considered a gift from the gods. Join an expert docent for a 20 minute tour of this remarkable exhibit. Expand your knowledge, learn the history,... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/29/12 | Santa Ana |
Lecture: Art of the Gold RushPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art June 30, 2012 Mr. Jean Stern, Executive Director of the Irvine Museum, and author, presents a comprehensive view of the Gold Rush period through archival photography and period paintings by artists such as Charles Christian Nahl, Ernest Nargjot and Martin Hall. Sponsored by the California Arts Council. For more information, please email: education@bowers.org or call 714.567.3677. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 06/30/12 | Santa Ana |
California GoldPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art May 10-September 9, 2012 Highlighting the stunning raw beauty of “native” gold found in some of California’s most important historic mines brought to life by gold rush memorabilia. From the renowned collection of Dona and Wayne Leicht. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 05/10/12- 09/09/12 | Santa Ana |
Live! at the Museum with Hutchins Consort QuartetPresented by Laguna Beach Live! at Laguna Art Museum June 14, 2012 Laguna Beach Live! and the Laguna Art Museum are collaborating to present an evening of art and music on the second Thursday of each month. The Museum’s doors are open from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday and once a month Laguna Beach live! will bring in talented musicians to perform classical and contemporary chamber music, 7 to 8 pm.
Hutchins Consort Quartet: Based in Southern California, the Hutchins Consort brings together a group of extraordinary virtuosi who have... | Laguna Beach Live! | 06/14/12 | Laguna Beach |
Live! at the Museum with AlmaNova, flute & guitarPresented by Laguna Beach Live! at Laguna Art Museum October 11, 2012 Laguna Beach Live! and the Laguna Art Museum are collaborating to present an evening of art and music on the second Thursday of each month. The Museum’s doors are open from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday and once a month Laguna Beach live! will bring in talented musicians to perform classical and contemporary chamber music, 7 to 8 pm.
AlmaNova is a talented, classically trained flute and guitar duo presenting an eclectic program of music from all over the world.... | Laguna Beach Live! | 10/11/12 | Laguna Beach |
Live! at the Museum with Triada Guitar TrioPresented by Laguna Beach Live! at Laguna Art Museum August 9, 2012 Laguna Beach Live! and the Laguna Art Museum are collaborating to present an evening of art and music on the second Thursday of each month. The Museum’s doors are open from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday and once a month Laguna Beach live! will bring in talented musicians to perform classical and contemporary chamber music, 7 to 8 pm.
Triada Guitar Trio: Bulgarian brothers Nikola, Vasil and Petar Chekardzhikovi have studied guitar since early childhood... | Laguna Beach Live! | 08/09/12 | Laguna Beach |
Live! at the Museum with Ceora WindsPresented by Laguna Beach Live! at Laguna Art Museum September 13, 2012 Laguna Beach Live! and the Laguna Art Museum are collaborating to present an evening of art and music on the second Thursday of each month. The Museum’s doors are open from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday and once a month Laguna Beach live! will bring in talented musicians to perform classical and contemporary chamber music, 7 to 8 pm. The concerts are free with Museum admission
Ceora Winds: Composed of Michelle Matsumune, flute, Heather Millette, clarinet and Christin... | Laguna Beach Live! | 09/13/12 | Laguna Beach |
Live! at the Museum with Jenni Olson, flute & Marcia Dickstein, harp Presented by Laguna Beach Live! at Laguna Art Museum July 12, 2012 Laguna Beach Live! and the Laguna Art Museum are collaborating to present an evening of art and music on the second Thursday of each month. The Museum’s doors are open from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday and once a month Laguna Beach live! will bring in talented musicians to perform classical and contemporary chamber music, 7 to 8 pm. The concerts are free with Museum admission (Museum admission is $7/adult and $5/senior & student; free for Museum members.)
| Laguna Beach Live! | 07/12/12 | Laguna Beach |
Studio SundaysPresented by Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) May 20, 2012 New at OCMA!
Enjoy art making together inspired by Richard Diebenkorn: The Ocean Park Series on select Sundays. Stay for story time in the galleries following the workshops indicated.
Painting Workshop
Instructor: Deborah Sevett
Sunday, March 18, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Story time in the galleries begin at 12:45 pm
Get inspired by the color,... | Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) | 05/20/12 | Newport Beach |
Free Second Sundays at OCMAPresented by Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) June 10, 2012 Free Second Sundays is one of the best ways for Orange County families to spend time together enjoying art. Thanks to the generous support of the Visionaries, Target, and The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation, admission is free on the second Sunday of every month. Join us for all day family fun on these special days! Activities from 11 am-4 pm.
June 10: The museum will be between exhibitions in June and no artwork will be on view.... | Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) | 06/10/12 | Newport Beach |
Free Second Sundays at OCMAPresented by Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) July 8, 2012 Free Second Sundays is one of the best ways for Orange County families to spend time together enjoying art. Thanks to the generous support of the Visionaries, Target, and The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation, admission is free on the second Sunday of every month. Join us for all day family fun on these special days! Activities from 11 am-4 pm.
July 8: Picture This! Visit the work of artist Jack Goldstein and dive into a sea of... | Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) | 07/08/12 | Newport Beach |
Free Second Sundays at OCMAPresented by Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) August 12, 2012 Free Second Sundays is one of the best ways for Orange County families to spend time together enjoying art. Thanks to the generous support of the Visionaries, Target, and The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation, admission is free on the second Sunday of every month. Join us for all day family fun on these special days! Activities from 11 am-4 pm.
August 12: California Adventure! Come to camp OCMA for the day and enjoy unique... | Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) | 08/12/12 | Newport Beach |
Free Second Sundays at OCMAPresented by Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) September 9, 2012 Free Second Sundays is one of the best ways for Orange County families to spend time together enjoying art. Thanks to the generous support of the Visionaries, Target, and The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation, admission is free on the second Sunday of every month. Join us for all day family fun on these special days! Activities from 11 am-4 pm.
September 9: Grandparent’s Day Celebration! It’s Grandparent’s Day,... | Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) | 09/09/12 | Newport Beach |
Jack Goldstein x 10,000Presented by Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) June 24-September 9, 2012 This exhibition is the first American retrospective of Jack Goldstein (1945–2003), a central figure in Postmodernist discourse of the 1970s and 1980s. Goldstein’s oeuvre developed over the years in an unusual breadth of media, from sculpture, performance, and film, to photography, records of sound effects, paintings, and aphorisms. The exhibition includes two immersive installations, 20 of Goldstein’s films produced from 1971 to 1983, a representative... | Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) | 06/24/12- 09/09/12 | Newport Beach |
Target Free Saturday: Jump into Summer Presented by The Children's Museum at La Habra at Children's Museum at La Habra June 2, 2012
Hit the bull’s eye with the perfect water balloon, make gazillions of bubbles and make your own hand tossed ice-cream! Special hands on demonstrations will take place in the Clear Water Mountain exhibit in the Science Gallery.
| The Children's Museum at La Habra | 06/02/12 | La Habra |
Silly Science Summer Exhibit Presented by The Children's Museum at La Habra at Children's Museum at La Habra June 12-September 2, 2012 Time to put on your lab coat and safety goggles and dive into Silly Science! Can you pick up paper clips with the palm of your hand? Can touching a ball make your hair stand on end? Can a train run with no tracks? If you have a magnet and some electric current, then the answer is YES! Join the Children’s Museum at La Habra for our Summer Exhibit “Silly Science Lab for great scientific fun as we learn about magnets, electricity and electromagnetism! | The Children's Museum at La Habra | 06/12/12- 09/02/12 | La Habra |
Mad Science! Slime Presented by The Children's Museum at La Habra at Children's Museum at La Habra June 16, 2012 Explore the exciting world of polymers, the chemical reactions we use to create them and the inner workings of silly putty. Transform two regular liquids into an oozing batch of your very own slime! Free to CMLH Members and visitors with paid admission. | The Children's Museum at La Habra | 06/16/12 | La Habra |
The Mad Scientist Show Presented by The Children's Museum at La Habra at Children's Museum at La Habra July 7, 2012 Be amazed by the Mad Scientist and the chemical reactions caused when you dabble in Science! Presentation will include amazing grow-foam, disappearing water, dry ice, and a taste of liquid nitrogen ice cream. All kids will make a souvenir cup of "slime” to take home! Free to CMLH Members and visitors with paid admission. | The Children's Museum at La Habra | 07/07/12 | La Habra |
| Mad Science! Dry Ice | The Children's Museum at La Habra | 07/10/12 | La Habra |
Kindergarten Kickoff at the Children's Museum at La HabraPresented by The Children's Museum at La Habra at Children's Museum at La Habra July 12, 2012 This celebration of school will offer children and their families a fun atmosphere for learning about what’s to come in Kindergarten. Special workstations will be located throughout the Museum to give pre-Kindergarteners a sneak peek at school activities. The museum will offer fun freebies such as complimentary “school kit” for all participating pre-kindergartners, kid-size snacks and free resources for parents. Call (562) 905-9793 for reservations by July 5. | The Children's Museum at La Habra | 07/12/12 | La Habra |
Princesses, Dragons and Dreams Come True Presented by The Children's Museum at La Habra at Children's Museum at La Habra July 19, 2012
Storyteller Rebecca Martin presents a program featuring princess stories from around the world. Tales of both traditional and unique are performed in a playful and interactive way, inspiring courage and self-confidence. Free to CMLH Members and visitors with paid admission.
| The Children's Museum at La Habra | 07/19/12 | La Habra |
A Class ActionPresented by The Museum of Teaching and Learning at Old Orange County Courthouse September 10, 2011-June 29, 2012 A Class Action: The Grassroots Struggle for School Desegregation in California
In March 1945, five fathers in Orange County, California, brought a class-action lawsuit against four school districts on behalf of their own children and 5,000 other children that were being forced to attend segregated “Mexican schools.”
This exhibit will tell the story of their landmark lawsuit, Mendez et al. v. Westminster School District et al., and reveal how community... | The Museum of Teaching and Learning | 09/10/11- 06/29/12 | Santa Ana |