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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!__________________________________________________________________________________

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)

INTERACTIVE Workshop FUN!!

AMY Winter-Spring Classes 2012

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

FEBRUARY

Lovely Creations

Saturday, February 4 10:30-11:30AM | Rec Trac# 943103-.01

Create a sweet heartfelt note holder stamped with love. A gift perfect for the one you love.

Ages 6-12 | Max 15, Min 5 Members $6, Nonmembers $13
Nonmember fee includes museum entrance for the day and class fee.

Junior Girl Scout Badge Bonanzas at AMY! "Making" Hobbies Badge

Saturday, February 11 9AM-Noon | Rec Trac# 943301-02

Discover a craft, find a hidden talent and experience the rewards of a hobby. See the art exhibition WING IT! Things That Fly, explore different types of art media and processes. Enjoy the journey of self-discovery that a hobby can promote. Registration through Karen with Arizona Cactus-Pine programs at (602) 452-7105 or online karencunha@girlscoutsaz.org.
Please note: groups of three or more must be accompanied by an adult. Grades 3-5
Note: Registration for this class through January 27, 2011
$14 members/nonmembers (Museum entrance for the day and workshop)
Min 10, Max 50

Flutter, Buzz and Crawl Messy Creations

Thursday, February 16 10:30-11:15AM | Rec Trac# 943206-04

Join us for a science and art lesson in one workshop. The life cycle of the butterfly will be explored with this fun art class. Color and materials will inspire the littlest of artists to observe and study the artistry and symmetry of butterflies and many more of our flighty friends.

Ages 2-5 (must attend with an adult) | Max 15, Min 5
Members $5, Nonmembers $12
Nonmember fee includes museum entrance for the day and class fee.

MARCH

Flutter, Zoom & Rocket to the Skies Spring Camp

Mon.-Fri., March 12 - 16, 9AM - Noon | Rec Trac# 943156-.01

Bring your artistry, engineering and creativity to AMY’s spring camp. Cardboard, paint and pipe cleaners will ignite your creativity while designing your own flying creature. Construct a rocket that will take your imagination on a journey to the stars. Discover the intriguing world of bats and their important place in our ecosystem. The Wright Brothers were inspired by a collaboration of ideas and inspiration. Register for the week or for a single day. 48 hours pre-registration required for single day registrants. Save money and register for the week.

Ages 6-12 | Max 30, Min 5 Members $90, Nonmembers $125, Daily drop-in rate $30

Only need a couple of days? Register with Rec Trac!
Monday, March 12 #943156-02
Tuesday, March 13 #943156-03
Wednesday, March 14 #943156-04
Thursday, March 15 #943156-05
Friday, March 16 #943156-06

WING IT! Special Events & Workshops:

All events and workshops are included with museum admission unless otherwise stated.

Audubon Society Presentation

Saturday, February 11, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Experience the wonders of Arizona’s hummingbirds, how to identify our most common species and how to make your home a great place for hummingbirds to visit!

We Love Our Winged Friends!

Tuesday, February 14

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (Members Only Preview)

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Public Welcome)

Real helicopter, pilots, parrots, face painting, cookie decorating, storytelling and more!

Spring Break Camp

March 12 – 16, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Ignite your creativity, design your own flying creature, build a rocket that will take your imagination on a journey to the stars and discover the intriguing world of bats. Register for the week or a single day. Note: 48-hour preregistration is required for single day registrants at $30 a day. Members $90, Nonmembers $125

Bat Day at AMY

Saturday, March 24, 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Representatives from the Sierra Club and the Arizona Game & Fish Dept. will be on hand to discuss bats and their importance to our ecosystem. We will feature bat related activities and fun!

AMY Family Day

Saturday, April 21, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy kite design, activity and launch! Meet experts from Liberty Wildlife. Next, join in a fun aircraft creation designed by our visitors and YOU!

Liberty Wildlife Presentation

Saturday, April 21, 11:00 a.m – 12:30 p.m.

Learn fun ways we can become stewards of our native wildlife’s environments.

Phoenix Zoo Presentation

Saturday, April 28, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Come discover the amazing characteristics and beauty of our winged friends.