Free Art Friday

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Free Art Friday is an event for children ages 6 months to 5 years and their grownups. Each event's arts and music activities, sensory play, and decorations are based on a theme which changes each month. Free Art Friday allows caregivers and their little ones to explore and create together through art projects, imaginative play, and music and movement.

This program is partially funded by a grant from the Tempe Diablos.

Upcoming

Free Art Friday: Gifts Galore

9 a.m. to Noon
Friday, Dec. 13
Edna Vihel Arts Center (3340 S Rural Road)

No registration required

A woman holds a young boy on her lap as they play a xylophone

Make something worth giving at the final Free Art Friday of the year! Perfect for holidays, birthdays or just because. Gifts made here are sure to be cherished by loved ones!

You and your little one will explore through sensory play, music, movement and themed art projects ideal for kids ages 6 months to 5 years. Get hands-on as you use a variety of materials to learn and create together at this imaginative Free Art Friday!

Light refreshments provided.

What to expect:
Be sure to dress for mess!

Art Activities

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"Just Because!" Cards

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Windchime

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Coaster

Music

Tempe Playlist Artists
Live music from Joey Gutos

A crowd of children and caretakers dance around a musician
Music and movement activity with Emily Bruso of Natural Notes

For the Grownups

Coffee available for purchase from Eis Cafe

Don't miss out! Mark your calendars now and come back each month for new themes, engaging activities, and free family fun.

Spring 2025:

February 14 - Friendship Party
March 28 - Under the Sea
April 11 - Bumblebee Ball

Talking to Children About Their Art

"Do you like it!?" Here are some ways to help your child grow and learn while showing you care about them and their work.

Art Elements

Point out colors or ask them to tell you what colors they are using
Point out various shapes or have them tell you what shapes they have used
Point out contrast in the art work such as one corner full of circles while the other has only a few straight lines.

Process

Talk about or ask them to describe the order they create their work
Ask them what parts were hard or simple to create
Ask what they would like to do with the work when it is complete -- hang it in a museum? Give it to a friend? Show it to everyone they meet?
Avoid asking "why," especially with younger children. Instead, express curiosity and allow them to explain their process as they choose

Final Product

How you handle your child's art tells them how you value their effort and imagination as well as how art should be treated. Avoid any damage to work created at Free Art Friday by utilizing our Drying Station -- just don't forget to grab your art before you go!