To celebrate the upcoming performance of "The Great Bloom," the Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley is offering free drop-in kids' art classes at The Grove Gallery.
These sessions will take place on Saturday, March 29, April 5, and April 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. at the Harbour Quay location.
During these creative sessions, children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of "The Great Bloom." They will be invited to step into the story’s magical forest, create their own character, and explore the indigenous plants that shape the setting of the play.
As part of the experience, they will also craft their very own "Mailfly" finger puppet, inspired by the small but important messenger in the story. In addition, each child will receive a scavenger hunt sheet to take home, helping them prepare for the play and deepen their connection to the story.
Families are encouraged to bring their children's puppets to the live performance of "The Great Bloom," which will take place on April 19 at 1 p.m. at the ADSS Auditorium.
These drop-in classes are completely free and open to all, with no registration required. Children can stop by at any time during the session to explore, create, and engage with the themes of the play.
For more information about "The Great Bloom," visit alberniarts.com/the-great-bloom. For any questions about the classes or the event, contact the Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley at (250) 724-3412 or email info@alberniarts.com.
Paint a fish at the Grove
Kids are invited to paint a wooden fish during a drop-in class on Saturday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grove Art Gallery.
Let your creativity swim free in this fun drop-in class. Kids will paint their own wooden fish using a variety of paints and paint pens, with the option to add texture by gluing on “scales” made from assorted materials. This hands-on session is part of the gallery's Weekend Kids Classes, where young artists can stay as long as they like. Parents are welcome to join or drop off their children.
There is a fee of $10 per participant for this workshop. This activity is suitable for children ages five years and older.
Angela Skaley is the arts administrator for the Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley at the Grove Art Gallery (7-5440 Argyle St. at Harbour Quay). Call 250-724-3412. E-mail: admincac@shawcable.net.
