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  • Volunteer at the 2015 All Kids Can Festival!

    Posted Monday April 06 2015 at 10:31 pm in Volunteer Opportunities

    Girl Wearing a Mask

    Come Volunteer at the 2015 All Kids Can Festival!

    What is the All Kids Can Festival?
    The 2015 All Kids Can Festival will provide children with and without disabilities in grades K-5 the opportunity to learn through hands-on activities in music, theater, visual arts, and movement.  Students attending will also have the chance to explore the exhibits of the Boston Children’s Museum.

    When and Where?
    Boston Children’s Museum
    Thursday, June 4, 2015, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    (Volunteers are asked to arrive at 8:30 am and stay until 2 pm) Breakfast and lunch will be provided for volunteers!

    What do we need help with?
    * Making art!  Help artists & students with the different art projects.
    * Museum Guide!  Guide the school groups through the Children's Museum.
    * Logistical Support!  Help with set-up, lunch, & registration.

    Contact Us:
    If you are interested in volunteering at this year's VSA MA All Kids Can Festival, or would like further information, please contact Nicole Agois, COOL Schools Director.
    Phone: 617-350-7713 x 103
    TTY: 617-350-6836
    Fax: 617-482-4298
    Email: nicoleagois@vsamass.org



    Providence Children's Museum Invitation to Attend Training Sessions

    Posted Wednesday April 01 2015 at 06:45 am in Cultural Inclusion

    Dragon on top of museum

    Understanding Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
    Thursday, April 9, 2015  noon to 2pm

    Learn ways to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder as visitors to the museum.  Conducted by The Autism Project.

    Deaf & Hard of Hearing Sensitivity Training
    Wednesday, April 29, 2015  6:30pm to 8:30pm

    Learn about deaf culture and communication tips for interacting with deaf and hard of hearing people.  Conducted by the RI Commission on the Deaf and Hard Hearing.

    You are welcome to join these presentations to Providence Children's Museum staff and volunteers by RSVPing to Saunders@ChildrenMuseum.org

    Providence Children's Museum
    100 South Street
    Providence, RI



    6th Annual Arts in Healthcare Conference at Lesley University

    Posted Friday March 27 2015 at 10:44 pm in News

    Multi-colored Globe

    In the global society in which we live, the arts open pathways to understanding and communication between peoples.  In addition, the arts are channels for creativity and celebration, mitigate the effects of stress and trauma, and are known to facilitate innovative spaces for emotional release.  The arts can provide people a tangible result for their efforts in a relative short time, actions that can take place through individual or collective effort.  The conference will feature arts based approaches initiated by Lesley University faculty and other international experts.  Circumnavigate the globe using the arts as our compass for exploration.

    6th Annual Arts in Healthcare Conference at Lesley University
    Friday, April 17, 2015 and Saturday, April 18, 2015 9:00am - 5:00pm
    Lesley University Brattle Campus
    Washburn Commons
    10 Phillips Place
    Cambridge, MA 02138
    More details, cost information, and registration form
    Contact Beth Chambers at echambe5@lesley.edu
    6 LMHC CEUs Available Each Day
    Detailed Workshop Descriptions with Presenter Bios
    Keynote, Panel, and Additional Presenter Bios