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"Creative, interactive play is key

to neurological growth and development."

 

 

The Arizona Museum for Youth [AMY] is an essential provider of art education fundamentals, as well as, a center for creative play which is key to neurological growth and development. AMY seeks to instill a passion for lifelong learning in art and art appreciation for all of its visitors including caregivers and children, adults and teens. Here, everyone can learn about the techniques, processes, and materials used to create art while discovering more about themselves and their world through self-expression, hands-on learning, and participant-centered programs.

 

 

We do this through 4 initiatives:

* Ensuring Accessibility

* Supporting the Arts in K-12 and Higher 

   Education

* Partnering with Community Organizations

* Enhancing Lifelong Learning

 

Through our dynamic array of programs, exhibitions, and workshops, we invite you to join us for an artful experience at AMY!

 

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Register for Classes & Workshops:

On the Web: WEBTRAC
By Phone: City of Mesa TeleTrac system with household ID at 480.644.4449. Call to get one if you don't already possess a household ID.
Questions: Darlene Zajda
(480.644.3689) or Leeza Forward (480.644.3690)

 

 

AMY Workshops & Classes                              2012

NOTE: SPACE IS LIMITED. REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED WITH 24 HOURS OR MORE NOTICE.

 

MAY

 

Gifts for Mom

Saturday, May 12, 2012 10:30-11:30AM

Rec Trac# 944101-01

Make several unique gifts for your Mother on her special day. Create a recipe holder and a Lovespoon with special meanings both in design and construction. Each gift that will show how special Mom is and make her kitchen shine with warmth and happiness!
Ages 6 - 12
Members $6  Nonmembers $13 (Museum entrance for the day and class fee)
Max 15, Min 5


 

Junior Girl Scouts: Drawing & Painting Badge

Saturday, May 12, 2012 9-Noon

Rec Trac# 943301-05

Make your own masterpiece! Actively earn your Drawing and Painting Badge in a Girl Scout-only environment. Explore art elements of shape and color inspired by the WING IT! Things That Fly exhibit. Experiment with line, shades of color and putting it all into perspective.

Program Links: Girl Scout Badge, Drawing and Painting
Grades: 3 - 5
Fee: $14 members/nonmembers (Museum entrance for the day and workshop)
Capacity: Min 10, Max 50   Adults stay with group; Groups of four or more must be accompanied by an adult      
Registration: September 1, 2011-March 30, 2012
Contact: Karen (602) 452-7105 karencunha@girlscoutsaz.org

Other times for this class:
Saturday, June 9, 2012. Rec Trac# 943301-06
 

Messy Creations: Bubbles & Loops

Thursday, May 17, 2012 10:30-11:15AM

Rec Trac# 944202-01

 

Lil' artists will explore the basics of mixing and blending paints using materials from shampoo to milk and shaving cream. Using unusual painting tools, roll out a masterpiece!  
Ages 2-5 Must attend with an adult
Members $5  Nonmembers $12 (Museum entrance for the day and class fee)
Max 15, Min 5

 


 

Numbers & Shapes: Brownie Try-It Workshop

Saturday, May 26, 2012 10-11:30AM

Rec Trac# 943302-04

Explore numbers and shapes of all types. Are you puzzled about creating patterns out of shapes and the art of origami? You won’t be after this workshop. You will put all the pieces together and your imagination will soar after touring the exhibit WING-IT! Things That Fly.

 

Please note: groups of three or more must be accompanied by an adult.
Brownies grades: 1 - 3
Fee: $12 members/nonmembers (Museum entrance for the day and workshop)
Capacity: Min 10, Max 50 
Registration: September 1, 2011-March 30, 2012
Contact: Karen (602) 452-7105 karencunha@girlscoutsaz.org

JUNE

 

Messy Creations: Stretch, Squeeze & Sculpt

Thursday, June 7, 2012 10:30-11:15AM

Rec Trac# 944205-01

Etch pets into Styrofoam and make your own mono print. Stretch and sculpt fruity play dough, sure to stimulate the senses. Create a masterpiece by drawing with dough creating colorful, puffy, and sparkly designs.
Ages 2-5 Must attend with an adult
Members $5 Nonmembers $12 (Museum entrance for the day and class fee)
Max 12, Min 5

 

Gifts for Dad

Thursday, June 14, 2012 10:30-11:30AM

Rec Trac# 944206-01

 

Lil' artists will explore the basics of mixing and blending paints using materials from shampoo to milk and shaving cream. Using unusual painting tools, roll out a masterpiece!  
Ages 2-10 (Children under 5 will require an adult)
Members $7  Nonmembers $14 (Museum entrance for the day and class fee)
Max 15, Min 5

 

 

 

The Puppets are Coming!

Saturday, June 16, 2012 10:00-11:30AM

Rec Trac# 944207-01

The whole world is a stage and your little entertainer (ages 4-13) is the director with their own cast of characters. Little artists can construct extreme pet puppets using recycled materials, socks, fabric, and many extreme and imaginative materials. Caregivers will enjoy cookie decorating and craft time with their little puppeteer. An adult (18 and older) must attend. RSVP soon as space is limited. Members: Adult/Child $10 each Nonmembers: Adult/Child $16 each (Museum entrance for the day and class fee)
Max 25/Min 5

Extreme Pets Summer Camp @ AMY!

Monday - Friday, June 18 - 22, 2012 8 AM - 4 PM

Rec Trac# 944150-01 for the week

Monday #944150-02, Tuesday #944150-03, Wednesday #944150-04,
Thursday #944150-05, Friday #944150-06

 

Campers will enjoy arts, crafts and group activities. Learn the importance of responsible pet ownership while touring the Extreme Pets Exhibition. Register for the week or for a single day. 48 hours pre-registration required for single day registrants. Join us for a week of summer fun! Pack a lunch and your favorite beverage and spend the day 8AM-4PM at AMY.

 

After 4PM pick-up will result in a late fee.
Ages 6-12
Monday-Friday June 18-22, 2012 8AM-4PM
Members $100 Nonmembers $125 for the week
Daily Registration: Members $25 Nonmembers $28
Max 30 Min 5


 

Squiggle, Scratch & Sniff

Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:30-11:15AM

Rec Trac# 944208-01

Make your own “scratch and sniff” project. Make your own mobile with drizzles, squiggles and loops of glue. Surprise the senses with fragrant paints highlighted with spices. Each project will appeal to one of our senses. Come see, smell, and touch a masterpiece.
Ages 2-5 Must attend with an adult
Members $5 Nonmembers $12 (Museum entrance for the day and class fee)
Max 12 Min 5

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