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Winter/Spring 2018 - Every Art for Everyone! Music Art Dance Drama - Darlington Arts Center
Every Art for Everyone!
            Music • Art • Dance • Drama

Winter/Spring 2018
Winter/Spring 2018 - Every Art for Everyone! Music Art Dance Drama - Darlington Arts Center
Welcome to Darlington Arts Center!                                                                               Music - Art - Dance - Drama
    Table of Contents                                                                Staff                                                                       Our mission is to serve the
                                                                                                                                                                 cultural needs of a diverse
                                                          Eric Carter-Thompson, Executive Director
    Classes and Workshops                                  eric@darlingtonarts.org      (610) 358-3632 x3                                                        community by providing
      Music.................................... 9                                                                                                                a school and outreach
                                                          Michael Hahn, Program Manager
      Visual Art.............................. 12-14       programs@darlingtonarts.org (610) 358-3632 x2                                                         programs for the visual
      Dance.................................... 10-11                                                                                                            and performing arts and by
                                                          Rande Styger, Marketing Manager
      Fitness.................................. 15 & 16    marketing@darlingtonarts.org (610) 358-3632 x4                                                        promoting the enjoyment
      Drama .................................. 15                                                                                                                and understanding of the
                                                          Madeleine Turley, Registration Manager
      Workshops for Preschool..... 6                       register@darlingtonarts.org       (610) 358-3632 x0                                                   arts for people of all ages
      Adult Programs.................... 16                                                                                                                      as expressed in music,
      School Holiday Workshops.. 5                                                                                                                               art, dance, and drama.
                                                                  Our Teaching Artists
    Events                                                Darlington Arts Center offers the unique
      Coffee House Concerts.........17                    opportunity to work with a variety of
      Community Events................19                  professional musicians, visual artists,                 At Darlington Arts Center you can:
      A Toast to the Arts............... 20               dancers, and actors at one location.                    LEARN the skills of an artist and about yourself
                                                          All Teaching Artists hold degrees, have                   EXPERIENCE professional performances and exhibits
    Special Programs                                      background checks, and work professionally                  CREATE works of art – visual and performing
      Ride the Bus.......................... 4            in their field. You may view their biographies         		 CONNECT to other community members and your inner-creativity
      Preschool.............................. 7           online (listed by discipline) at:
                                                          www.darlingtonarts.org/teachingartists
      Pre-Camp for Preschool....... 6
      Outreach Programs ............. 19                                                                                          Register Early and Save!
      Birthday Parties ................... 18             Board of                     Alumni                             Save 4% on Winter/Spring Group Classes. Sign up today!
    Information
                                                          Directors                    Trustees                                Sign up online: www.darlingtonarts.org or
                                                          Ann T. Anthony               George Beer
      Registration Information...... 23                       President                Craig Cleaver
                                                                                                                                         call: (610) 358-3632
      Summer Arts Camp...............18                   Christin Bassett             Bob Cochran
                                                             Vice President            Richard Eldridge
      Staff & Board.........................2             Anthony E. Stripling         Brian Enverso
      Supporting Darlington.......... 21-22                  Treasurer                 Virginia Falkenbach
                                                          Kathryn H. Crary             Jill R. Goldman
      Advertisers........................... 22              Secretary                 Henry Guckes
                                                          Nancy Daly                   Nimrit Kang
                                                             Assistant Treasurer       Lisa Klinger
                                                          Stephen Barnett              Lawrence J. Lehrfeld
                                                          Jessica (Xi) Chen            Jonathan Lichtenstein
                                                          Carl Cook                    Emilie Ninan
                                                          Marcine Pickron-Davis        Neal Troum
                                                          Saleem Shaik                 Larry Van Stone
                                                          Clare Yuritch
          977 Shavertown Road                             Rebecca D’Angeli
          Garnet Valley, PA 19060                           Teaching Artist Member
          P: 610-358-3632                                 Eric Carter-Thompson
          www.darlingtonarts.org                            Executive Director

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After-School Arts Club                                                                        School Holiday Workshops

                      Ride the bus to Darlington!                                                                                                          Arts All Day!
    Students may ride the bus from the Garnet Valley School District for any                                                           Enjoy a full day of artistic exploration & creativity
      activity scheduled at 4 p.m. Students are met at the bus stop and join
    the After-School Arts Club. They are welcome to bring a snack and work
                                                                                                                                                when you have off from school!
                   on homework. This program is free of charge!                                                                                      For students in grades 1-6
     To sign up please notify your child’s school and call us at (610) 358-3632                                                              9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available

                Mondays                                       Wednesdays                      Rock in the New Year!                                        Creative Arts Workshop
                                                                                              Monday, January 15 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)              Thursday, March 29 (Spring Break)
     Curtain’s Up! Acting for Kids                 Beginner Guitar Class for Kids II          Get rocking in this fun workshop! Using musical              Students will create a gallery of artwork for friends
           Drama (see more on page 15)                       Music (see more on page 9)       instruments and today’s technology, learn some               and family to view, all in one day! Students will learn
            Ages: 7-12, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                       Ages: 8-13, 4:00-5:00 p.m.       fundamentals of rock music, then put it together for a       high-impact art techniques and create beautiful projects
                                                                                              concert at 2:45 p.m. for family and friends. Bring your      using traditional methods, then put it on display. Friends
Drawing and Painting For Young Artists                      Beginner Hip Hop                  own instrument!                                              and family are invited to walk through the exhibit
          Visual Art (see more on page 12)                  Dance (see more on page 11)       Price: $54                                                   beginning at 2:45 p.m.
             Ages: 5-9, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                       Ages: 8-13, 4:00-5:00 p.m.                                                                    Price: $54
                                                                                              Cooking & Crafts
           Paint & Clay Works                              Creative Clayworks                 Monday, March 26 (Spring Break)                              Wearable Art Workshop
          Visual Art (see more on page 13)                 Visual Art (see more on page 13)   Discover your inner chef! Students will learn to prepare     Monday, April 2 (Easter Monday)
            Ages: 7-12, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                        Ages: 5-9, 4:00-5:15 p.m.       and cook delicious seasonal snacks while creating food-      Get creative with your wardrobe! Students will tie-dye, make
                                                                                              inspired artwork and crafts to take home, including a        jewelry and keychains, and explore the wide world of fiber
                 Tuesdays                                        Thursdays                    book with their new favorite recipes.                        arts. With plenty of activities for boys and girls alike, each
                                                                                              Price: $54 + $10 materials fee                               student will take home several one-of-a-kind pieces to wear!
          Creative Dramatics                                 Beginner Combo                                                                                Price: $54 + $10 materials fee
           Drama (see more on page 15)                      Dance (see more on page 10)
                                                             Ages: 6-11, 4:00-5:15 p.m.       A Play In A Day
            Ages: 5-8, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                                                         Tuesday, March 27 (Spring Break)                             Language Through the Arts: Spanish
                                                       STEAM After School Club                Become the writer, set designer and star – put on a play     Tuesday, May 15 (Election Primary)
             Visual Arts Club                                                                 from start to finish in one day! Students will design sets   We are partnering with Language University to bring
          Visual Art (see more on page 13)                       Music, Art & Drama
                                                            (see more on pages 9, 12, 15)     and costumes, and bring their story to life. Performance     you a special Arts All Day Workshop! Touch upon other
            Ages: 7-12, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                                                        at 2:45pm for family and friends!                            cultures by exploring their language in fun and creative
                                                             Ages: 5-12, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
                                                                                              Price: $54                                                   ways. Learn the basics of Spanish through exciting
    Beginner Guitar Class for Kids I
            Music (see more on page 9)                             Fridays                                                                                 projects in music, art, dance, and drama!
                                                                                                                                                           Price: $54
            Ages: 7-12, 4:00-5:00 p.m.                                                        Art Outside the Box
                                                            Beginner Hip Hop                  Wednesday, March 28 (Spring Break)
                                                            Dance (see more on page 11)
             Beginner Ballet                                 Ages: 8-13, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
                                                                                              In this workshop, students will experiment with
           Music (see more on page 10)                                                        unconventional art materials such as cardboard, plastics,
           Ages: 7-11, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
                                                    Drawing and Painting - Fridays
                                                                                              and fabrics to build art inspired by Popular Artists.                           Register Online!
                                                                                              Guided instruction will encourage students to “think
                                                           Visual Art (see more on page 13)   outside of the box” to find their visual voice in creating
                                                                                                                                                                     visit: www.darlingtonarts.org
                                                             Ages: 6-12, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                                                                               or by phone: (610) 358-3632
    Spring School Holiday Workshops!                                                          unique works of art.
      Jan 15 • March 26-29 (Spring Break) •           Voice For The Young Singer
                                                                                              Price: $54 + $10 materials fee                                            see page 23 for full details
        April 2 (Easter Monday) • May 15                     Music (see more on page 9)
                                                             Ages: 8-13, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

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Pre-Camp for Preschool                                                                                                   Preschool at Darlington

                                                                                                                                                                            Preschool at Darlington
                                    Pre-Camp for Preschool
 Give your little ones a head start on summer! Pre-Camp for Preschool introduces children                                                                   Learning Through The Arts! Music, Art, Dance & Drama
 ages 3-6 to camp in short, half-day sessions. Structured like a day of preschool to include                                                                       Registration for 2018-19 starts on February 1
     welcome and goodbye time, snack break, and free play along with arts activities.
                                                                                                                         Introduce your child to learning through a special arts-integrated curriculum! Arts-based
                                                                                                                         learning emphasizes creativity, imagination, exploration, and active participation. The arts add
Visual Art Discovery Pre-Camp                                Music Discovery Pre-Camp                                    depth to fundamental concepts, reinforcing comprehension and memory. Children must be 3
Ages: 3-6		          9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.                    Ages: 3-6		         9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.                    years old and potty-trained.
Monday, May 21 - Wednesday, May 23		                         Tuesday, May 29 - Thursday, May 31
Have fun creating works of art in an enriching, social       Using simple rhythms and musical patterns students will     Pick your Days: Monday - Friday (1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days/week) *New                             Pricing:
environment. Students will create 2D and 3D projects         work with percussive and string instruments to make         Half-day Sessions: 9:00 a.m. - noon                                                       1 day/week: $135
based on stories told throughout the week.                   music. Have a great time creating music together!                                                                                                      2 days/week: $230
                                                                                                                         9-month Program: September 11, 2017 - May 11, 2018                                         3 days/week: $340
Price: $135                                                  Price: $135
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    4 days/week: $440
                                                                                                                         Our Curriculum includes:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   *5 days/week: $525
Dance Discovery Pre-Camp                                     Drama Discovery Pre-Camp                                        •   The calendar: days of the week and months of the year
Ages: 3-6		         9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.                     Ages: 3-6		           9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.                      •   Seasons: science and weather                                                    *Calendar year 2018
Monday, June 4 - Wednesday, June 6                           Monday, June 11 - Wednesday, June 13                            •   Colors and shapes recognition
Move to the music! Students will learn moves and             Create a play from start to finish! In this camp students       •   Numbers, patterns, and sequence learning
improve their balance and coordination through dance         will use their imagination to create characters and             •   The alphabet: letter of the week, pre-writing, and capital letters
games and stories.                                           stories.                                                        •   Counting and 1-to-1 correspondence
Price: $135                                                  Price: $135
                                                                                                                             •   Social skill development
                                                                                                                             •   Fine & gross motor skills development                       Valentine’s Day Open House
                                                                                                                                                                                           Wednesday, February 14 at 10 a.m.
Classes for Preschoolers
                                                                                                                             •   Pre-reading skills & age-appropriate literature
                                                                                                                             •   Cultures and social context comprehension                  Join us for sweet Valentine’s fun and
                                                                                                                             •   Visual and performing arts exploration
                                                                                                                                                                                        learn about our Preschool program.
                                                                                                                                                                                            Free and open to the public!
                                                         MUSIC - ART - DANCE - DRAMA
                                                         Darlington offers classes & workshops for children                                           Join us for an Open House!
                                                         ages 2-6 to explore music, art, dance, and drama.
                                                                                                                            Get your preschooler ready for next year. Tour the facility, meet new friends, join in an
                                                           Art Explorers (page 12)                                           activity and learn why Darlington’s arts-integrated preschool program is the right fit
                                                           Tiny Tutus (page 10)                                                                    for your little learner. 10:00-11:00 a.m.
                                                           Little Dancer Combo (page 10)
                                                           Suzuki Piano (page 9)                                             Fri. December 8              Wed. February 14              Please RSVP to marketing@darlingtonarts.org.
                                                           Mommy & Me Winter Craft Workshop (page 12)                        Thurs. January 11            Tues. February 27             If you are unable to attend on those dates? Call
                                                                                                                                                                                        (610) 358-3632 to schedule a private tour.
                                                           Mommy & Me Pottery Workshop (page 12)                             Tues. January 23             Tues. March 13

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Private Music Lessons                                                                                                     Music Classes
                                                                                                                                           Preschool                                 Beginner Guitar for Kids II
                                                                                                                                                                                     Ages: 8-13             Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
                                                                                                                                                                                     Students who have completed Beginner Guitar Class for
                                                                                                                          Suzuki Piano                                               Kids I, or who have at least a basic knowledge of playing
                                                                                                                          Ages: 3-5		           Wednesdays, 5:30-6:00 p.m.           chords, will continue to explore styles of popular music
                                                                                                                          This class prepares the youngest of students to            in a fun-filled group setting as they learn more intricate
                                                                                                                          approach the piano with ease, enjoyment and success.       chords and strumming patterns.
                                                                                                                          Students will learn the fundamentals of music including
                                                                                                                                                                                     Teacher: John McElderry
                                                                                                                          rhythm, pitch and dynamics. Students will be delighted
                                                                                                                                                                                     17 weeks: February 7 - June 6 (exc. 3/28)
                                                                                                                          as they learn about listening, proper posture and the
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Register before/after January 6: $417/$434
                                                                                                                          basics of technique as they begin to express themselves
                                                                                                                          with the instrument!
                                                                                                                          Teacher: Tina Simon                                        Intermediate Guitar for Kids
                                                                                                                          17 weeks: Feb 7 - June 6 (exc. 3/28)                       Ages: 10 & up           Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
     Receive quality instruction with our professional teaching artists!                                                             Register before/after January 6: $292/$304      Students who have completed Beginner Guitar Class for
                                                                                                                                                                                     Kids II, or have equivalent experience, will delve deeper into
     Whether you are a beginner or planning a career in music, you will find instructional                                                                                           the intricacies of guitar techniques in popular music styles.
       excellence at Darlington. Through individual weekly instruction, students gain
             technical expertise, learn music, and experience personal growth.
                                                                                                                                                Youth                                This fun-filled group setting maintains camaraderie while
                                                                                                                                                                                     encouraging students, on an individual basis, to explore
                                                                                                                          STEAM After School Club                                    more challenging songs and complicated techniques.
                                                                                                                                                                                     Teacher: John McElderry
                         Private Music Instruction
                                                                                                                          Ages: 5-12             Thursdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
                                                                                                                          In this multidisciplinary club, students will focus on     17 weeks: February 7 - June 6 (exc. 3/28)
                                                                                                                          the creative process through a blend of projects in                     Register before/after January 6: $417/$434
            Bass guitar, banjo, cello, clarinet, drums/percussion, flute, French horn,                                    the arts, sciences and technology. Activities will
       guitar (rock, folk, jazz, classical), oboe, piano, piano prep, saxophone, trombone,                                encourage hands-on innovation, creative planning and
                          trumpet, tuba, ukulele, viola, violin, and voice.                                               collaboration. Take the arts to the next level!
                                                                                                                          Teachers: Carrie Leibrand
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Music Theory
                                                                                                                          17 weeks: February 8 - June 7 (exc. 3/29)
    Weekly private lessons for 34 weeks                                                                                              Register before/after January 6: $368/$383
                                                                                                                                                                                       Full description at www.darlingtonarts.org/music
                    Lessons begin on September 9
                                                                                                                          Beginner Guitar for Kids I                                 Music Theory I
30-minute lessons		                        4 payments of $326                                                             Ages: 7-12              Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m.           Ages: 5 & up            Saturdays, 1:30-2:15pm
                                                                                    May 19, May 20, June 2,               In a fun and creative atmosphere, students who have
45-minute lessons		                        4 payments of $488                      June 3, June 9 & June 14               little or no previous training on the guitar will be
                                                                                                                          introduced to basic chords, simple melodies, reading
                                                                                                                                                                                     Music Theory II: Nuts & Bolts
60-minute lessons		                        4 payments of $651                          The 4 Arts Festival celebrates     music and tuning. Students will have a blast playing
                                                                                                                                                                                     Ages: 5 & up            Saturdays, 2:15-3:00 p.m.
                                                                                  achievement throughout the year and     songs as a group!
• Lessons may be scheduled after the academic year start date (Sept. 9) at a      power of the arts to build community.   Teacher: John McElderry                                    Music Theory III: Next Steps
  pro-rated cost.                                                                    This month-long festival features    17 weeks: February 6 - June 12 (exc. 3/27, 5/15)           Ages: 7 & up         Saturdays, 3:00-3:30 p.m.
                                                                                      performances and exhibits from                   Register before/after January 6: $417/$434    (34 weeks): Sept 15 – June 9 (exc. 9/30, 11/25, 12/30, 3/31, 5/26)
• Additional $12 recital fee applies.                                                                                                                                                Call for pricing.
                                                                                     each of the 4 arts - music, visual
• In-home instruction is available for increments of 45 minutes and 60 minutes
                                                                                      art, dance, and drama. Students     Voice For The Young Singer
   (including multiple 30-minute lessons). Additional fees apply.
                                                                                   showcase their artistic development    Ages: 7 & up           Fridays, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
• Master Teaching Artists may have higher rates.                                      and hard work in front of family,   In this class, students are encouraged to explore
                                                                                    friends, and community members.       their creative side while learning the fundamentals of
                                                                                                                          the voice. Learn voice techniques and exercises for
                                                                                          Instruction for                 traditional and contemporary styles. Students will build
                Student Recitals                                                                                          confidence singing solos and group numbers.
    Students gain valuable performing experience at                                       Ages 5 - Adult                  Teacher: Sarah Clemency
                                                                                                                          Session 1 (9 weeks): February 9 - April 13 (exc. 3/30)
     monthly recitals. Bring your family and friends!
                                                                                                                                      Register before/after January 6: $221/$230
            December 9 • January 13
                                                                            Students may take the bus for any             Session 2 (7 weeks): April 20 - June 8 (exc. 5/25)
                                                                            private music lessons scheduled                           Register before/after March 3: $172/$179
         February 9 • March 10 • April 13
         May 19-20 • June 2-3 • June 14                          Monday-Friday starting between 3-4 p.m.

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Dance
                                                                                                                                    Beginner Hip Hop
                                                                                                                                    Ages: 8 & up         Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m.                                          Adult
                                                                                                                                    		(exc. 2/14, 3/21, 3/28)
                                                                                                                                    Ages: 8 & up         Fridays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. (3/23, 3/30, 5/25)   Dance for Adults
                                                                                                                                    Get funky! This class develops the movement dynamics              Adults 		              Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                                    and energy needed for styles of hip hop from old school           Have fun with no experience required! This dance class
                                                                                                                                    to today’s new trends.                                            is a perfect way to get active with friends in a relaxed
                                                                                                                                                                                                      environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of many
                                                                                                                                    Teacher: Nashira Council
                                                                                                                                                                                                      different styles of dance while getting lots of exercise and
                                                                                                                                                                                                      gaining confidence. No special clothing or shoes needed.
                                                                                                                                    Intermediate Ballet                                               Teacher: Olivia Goodwin
                                                                                                                                    Ages: 8 & up         Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (exc. 3/27, 5/15)   Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
                                                                                                                                    Dancers continue to gain grace and confidence through
                              Darlington’s Dance Program                                                                            classical ballet. More advanced techniques and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Register before/after January 6: $167/$173
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)
 Provides quality dance education to students in a fun, encouraging & supportive                                                    combinations of steps will build strength.                                    Register before/after March 3: $148/$153
 environment. Weekly classes culminate in the June Dance Recital. Sign up for                                                       Teacher: Hattie Weselyk
                        any recital class until January 15.
                                                                                                                                    Intermediate Hip Hop
                                                                                                                                    Ages: 11 & up Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (exc. 3/21, 3/28)
                                                                                                                                                                                                             Private Instruction
                   Preschool                                                             Youth                                      Dive deeper into B-Boy/Girl style! Explore popular break
                                                                                                                                    moves, popping and locking, tricks and street-style hop
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Experienced instructors can help students of all ages
                                                                                                                                                                                                      and levels begin or improve their technique. To schedule
                                                                                                                                    hop in this high energy class.                                    your lessons, call the Registrar at (610) 358-3632.
Tiny Tutus                                                        Ballet Prep                                                       Teacher: Nashira Council                                          $76.50/hour
Ages: 2-3           Tuesdays, 11:00-11:30 a.m.                    Ages: 4 & up        Tuesdays, 5:15-6:00 p.m. (exc. 3/27, 5/15)
Our youngest ballerinas are introduced to classical
ballet technique, vocabulary and rhythm through games
                                                                  Young children are introduced to classical ballet technique,
                                                                  vocabulary and rhythm in a fun and creative atmosphere.                                    Teen                                         Take Your Dancing to the Next Level!
and fairy tale stories. Please note: Tiny Tutus does not          Teacher: Hattie Weselyk
participate in the June dance recital.                                                                                              Advanced Hip Hop/Acro                                                 Sharpen your skills and perfect your
Teacher: Olivia Goodwin                                                                                                             Ages: 13 & up Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (2/14, 3/21, 3/28)
                                                                  Hip Hop Prep                                                                                                                            performance with Darlington Dance
Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 6 - April 10 (exc. 3/27)                                                                                   Experienced dancers continue to cultivate technique,
           Register before/after January 6: $104/$108
                                                                  Ages: 5-8       Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. (2/14, 3/21, 3/28)     power, and flexibility to perform complicated hip hop                 Company. New choreography will be
                                                                  This high energy class develops creative expression,              moves. Students will explore partner skills, tricks and               created using a broad range of techniques
Session 2 (8 weeks): April 17 - June 12 (exc. 5/15)
                                                                  imagination and dance fundamentals through the                    tumbling in addition to traditional dance technique.
           Register before/after March 3: $93/$96
                                                                  exploration of traditional and contemporary hip hop/jazz                                                                                - including ballet, contemporary, and jazz.
                                                                                                                                    Teacher: Nashira Council
                                                                  dance styles.
Little Dancer Combo                                               Teacher: Nashira Council
Ages: 3-6           Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (exc. 2/19, 5/28)                                                                       Advanced Jazz
Ages: 3-6           Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. (exc. 3/27, 5/15)                                                                     Ages: 13 & up       Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (exc. 3/22, 3/29)
                                                                  Beginner Ballet                                                   Kick it up a notch! Dig in deeper to the study of jazz            Musical Theater Choreography Workshop
Young children will be introduced to classical
                                                                  Ages: 7-11        Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. (exc. 3/27, 5/15)      technique with new movement studies, focusing on leaps            Ages: 11-18
ballet technique and vocabulary as well as the foot
                                                                  Learn classical ballet technique through exercises at the         and turns, and exciting challenges on the dance floor.            4 Mondays: 1/8 - 1/29            7:30-8:30 p.m.
articulation, rhythm and sounds of tap.
                                                                  barre, stretching and center floor work. Emphasis is on           Teacher: Emily Ackin O’Mahoney                                    Whether you’re preparing for your school’s musical or
Teacher: Olivia Goodwin
                                                                  improving balance, coordination, posture and strength.                                                                              looking to expand your dancing skills – this workshop
                                                                  Teacher: Hattie Weselyk                                                                                                             is for you! You will learn to create dances using classic
                                                                                                                                                                                                      and contemporary musical theater choreography.
          2017-2018 Pricing                                       Beginner Combo                                                                                                                      Students will enjoy working on improvisation and
                                                                                                                                                                                                      composition tasks to spark creativity! Gain the
                                                                  Ages: 6 & up        Thursdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m. (exc. 3/22, 3/29)
                                                                                                                                                                                                      confidence and skills to develop your own dances!
       Pricing below reflects full year tuition.                  Students will be introduced to a wide array of dance styles.
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Teacher: Olivia Goodwin 		                  Price: $92
     Students enrolling mid-year (anytime after                   Dancers will learn classical ballet technique, vocabulary,
                                                                  and barre exercises, explore upbeat jazz moves and cover
     September 12 until January 15) will receive                  the fundamental rhythms and sounds of tap.
       pro-rated tuition. Call (610) 358-3632                     Teacher: Aubrey O’Hara                                                                                                              Lyrical Dance Workshop
                      for details.                                                                                                                                                                    Ages: 10 & up
                                                                                                                                                                                                      4 Mondays: 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7              7:30-8:30 p.m.
                                                                                     Register Online!                                                                                                 In lyrical dance, you will learn to interpret the meaning
     30 minute-classes        two payments of $163                                                                                                                                                    of music and express yourself through movement. You’ll
     45 minute-classes        two payments of $263                          visit: www.darlingtonarts.org
                                                                                                                                                                                                      fuse ballet, jazz and contemporary techniques in this
     60 minute-classes        two payments of $326                           or by phone: (610) 358-3632                                                                                              creative class. Great for all experience levels!
     75 minute-classes        two payments of $395                             see page 21 for full details                                                                                           Teacher: Olivia Goodwin 		                    Price: $92

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Visual Art
                                                                                                                         Drawing and Painting
                                                                                                                         Ages: 6-12             Fridays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
                                                                                                                         Have fun exploring basic drawing principles such as line,
                                                                                                                         color, and texture in this afterschool class. Students
                                                                                                                         will create beautiful paintings and drawings while
                                                                                                                         experimenting with pencil, watercolors, acrylics and more!
                                                                                                                         Teacher: Anne Dempsey
                                                                                                                         Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 9 - April 13 (exc. 3/30)
                                                                                                                                     Register before/after January 6: $179/$186
                                                                                                                         Session 2 (7 weeks): April 20 - June 8 (exc. 5/25)
                                                                                                                                     Register before/after March 3: $139/$144

                                Discover Your Inner Artist!                                                              Paint and Clay Works
                                                                                                                         Ages: 7-12             Mondays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
          Learn the fundamental skills of an artist and explore your                                                     Heighten your imagination through the use of clay and
        creativity! Our small class sizes allow for individual attention.                                                paint! This class will combine the fundamentals of both

                             Session 1 and Session 2 are unique.
                                                                                                                         two- and three-dimensional art for our young artists.
                                                                                                                         Teacher: Darlington Teaching Artist                                                   Teens
                                                                                                                         Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
                                                                                                                                    Register before/after January 6: $195/$203
                                                                                                                                                                                        Drawing and Painting Composition
                  Preschool                                                         Youth                                Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (5/28)
                                                                                                                                    Register before/after March 3: $173/$180
                                                                                                                                                                                        Ages: 11-15           Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                                                                                        Students will be guided with structured projects as they
                                                                                                                                                                                        learn visual art composition techniques through various
Art Explorers                                                  STEAM After School Club                                                                                                  media: acrylics, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil
Ages: 3-5		            Saturdays, 10:00-11:00 a.m.                                                                       Creative Clayworks                                             and more. In addition, students will have opportunities
                                                               Ages: 5-12             Thursdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
Let your little learner explore creativity in a fun and                                                                  Ages: 5-9		           Wednesdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.               to work on individual free-form projects. All skill levels
                                                               In this multidisciplinary club, students will focus
relaxed environment. Student will create works of art                                                                    Sculpt and build with ceramic clay to create unique            welcome from beginner to advanced. This is a great
                                                               on the creative process through a blend of projects
in many different mediums while learning important                                                                       artwork. Explore basic hand-building techniques as we          class for students to build their portfolios for high school
                                                               in the arts, sciences and technology. Activities will
classroom and socialization skills.                                                                                      make functional pieces you can use at home, as well as         and college applications!
                                                               encourage hands-on innovation, creative planning, and
Teacher: Anne Dempsey                                                                                                    decorative and expressive sculptures. Decorate your            Teacher: Erika Matyok
                                                               collaboration. Take the arts to the next level!
Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 10 - April 14 (exc. 3/31)                                                                       creations with colorful food-safe glazes.                      Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
                                                               Teachers: Carrie Leibrand
            Register before/after January 6: $144/$149                                                                   Teacher: Bea Kaplan                                                       Register before/after January 6: $286/$297
                                                               17 weeks: February 8 - June 7 (exc. 3/29)
Session 2 (7 weeks): April 21 - June 9 (exc. 5/26)                                                                       Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 7 - April 11 (exc. 3/28)              Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)
                                                                           Register before/after January 6: $368/$383
            Register before/after March 3: $112/$116                                                                                Register before/after January 6: $195/$203                     Register before/after March 3 $254/$264
                                                                                                                         Session 2 (8 weeks): April 18 - June 6
                                                               Drawing and Painting For Young Artists                               Register before/after March 3: $173/$180
Mommy & Me Winter Craft Workshop
Ages: 2-4 with adult
                                                               Ages: 5-9		           Mondays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
                                                               Young artists learn fundamental drawing and painting
                                                                                                                                                                                               Private Instruction
2 Saturdays: 2/17 & 2/24           11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.                                                                 Visual Art Club
                                                               techniques in a variety of media. Through fun projects,
Work together to create a unique winter craft! Join us                                                                   Ages: 7-12             Tuesdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                Experienced instructors can help students of all ages
                                                               students will learn about concepts such as light,
for a special project that will introduce children and their                                                             Calling all creative kids! Join us after school to try all     and levels begin or improve their technique. To schedule
                                                               shadow, perspective, form and color theory.
caregiver to new art materials and techniques. Come                                                                      kinds of art – drawing, painting, sculpting and more!          your lessons call us at (610) 358-3632. $60/hour.
                                                               Teacher: Bea Kaplan
see what you can create together!                                                                                        Students can jump in and discover their inner artists!
                                                               Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
Teacher: Bea Kaplan			                       Price: $52                                                                  Teacher: Bea Kaplan
                                                                          Register before/after January 6: $178/$186
                                                               Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)       17 weeks: Feb 6 - June 12 (exc. 3/27 & 5/15)
Mommy & Me Pottery Workshop                                               Register before/after March 3: $159/$165                   Register before/after January 6: $336/$350
Ages: 2-5 with adult
2 Saturdays: 4/21 & 4/28            11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.                                                                Visual Art Club Saturdays
Darlington is the perfect place to introduce your little                                                                 Ages: 6-12             Saturdays, 10:00-11:15 a.m.
one to the arts! You and your child will work together                                                                   Calling all creative kids! Join us to try all kinds of art -
to create a food-safe object out of clay. Come back the                                                                  drawing, painting, sculpting, and more! Students can
second week to paint it with your favorite colors. We’ll                                                                 jump in and discover their inner artists!
fire it in our kiln for you to pick up 1 week later. Come                                                                Teacher: Rebecca D’Angeli
see what you can create together!                                                                                        Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 10 - April 14 (exc. 3/31)
Teacher: Anne Dempsey		                       Price: $52		                                                                           Register before/after January 6: $179/$186
                                                                                                                         Session 2 (7 weeks): April 21 - June 9 (exc. 5/26)
                                                                                                                                     Register before/after March 3: $139/$144

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Visual Art                                                                                                                   Drama

                    Enjoy lifelong learning in the arts!                                                                                                                         Creativity Takes Center Stage!
     Evening Art Classes for Adults are the perfect opportunity                                                                                                     Explore your imagination, gain skills and have fun!
     to enjoy relaxed studio art sessions and refine your talents                                                                                                    Our experienced, supportive teaching artists will
        under the guidance of professional Teaching Artists!                                                                                                         help you or your child discover the actor within.

                      Adults                                    Adult Artist Open Studio
                                                                Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                              STEAM After School Club
                                                                                                                              Ages: 5-12             Thursdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
                                                                                                                                                                                           Curtains Up! Acting for Kids
                                                                                                                                                                                           Ages: 7-12            Mondays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
                                                                In a social open studio setting, individual attention         In this multidisciplinary club, students will focus on       Whether you are continuing your dramatic journey or
Drawing and Painting for Adults                                 allows you to develop works that interest you in a            the creative process through a blend of projects in          you are brand new to the stage, this class is for you!
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.                                      medium of your choice - oils, acrylics, watercolors,          the arts, sciences and technology. Activities will           Receive the tools and training to become better actors
In a structured class setting, individual attention and         charcoal or pencil. Designed for experienced artists, this    encourage hands-on innovation, creative planning and         through acting exercises and games. Students will
guidance allows you to develop works in many different          open studio class will allow your creativity to thrive with   collaboration. Take the arts to the next level!              build confidence and stage presence, and even get the
mediums. Whether you are an experienced artist or               professional guidance. Bring materials of your choice;        Teachers: Carrie Leibrand                                    chance to perform in front of family and friends!
a beginner, this class will build your technical skills         recommendations can be given in class.                        17 weeks: February 8 - June 7 (exc. 3/29)                    Teacher: Brigid Levi
through the basic elements of art and principles of
                                                                Teacher: Jay McClellan                                                   Register before/after January 6: $368/$383        Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
composition. You will create works of art inspired by
                                                                Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 6 - April 10 (exc. 3/27)                                                                                     Register before/after January 6: $185/$192
“Old Masters” while using traditional materials such as
                                                                    Register before/after January 6: $207/$215                Creative Dramatics                                           Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)
pencil, charcoal, pastels, and acrylics.
                                                                Session 2 (8 weeks): April 17 - June 12 (exc. 5/15)           Ages: 5-8             Tuesdays, 4:00-5:15 p.m.                          Register before/after March 3: $165/$171
Teacher: Rebecca D’Angeli                                           Register before/after March 3: $185/$192                  Students will prepare a play from start to finish, and
Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 7 - April 11 (exc. 3/28)                                                                             then have a chance to perform it in front of family and      Musical Theater Choreography Workshop
   Register before/after January 6: $260/$270 + $30 materials                                                                 friends! As performers, stage hands, designers, and          Ages: 11-18
Session 2 (8 weeks): April 18 - June 6                          Precious Metal Clay Workshop
                                                                                                                              narrators, students will work cooperatively using stories,   4 Mondays: 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29              7:30-8:30 p.m.
   Register before/after March 3: $231/$240 + $30 materials     2 Saturdays, 4/21 & 4/28		                  2:00-4:00 p.m.
                                                                                                                              props and theater games for inspiration. A performance       Whether you’re preparing for your school’s musical or looking
                                                                Come explore the magic of precious metal clay and
                                                                                                                              is presented at the last class of each session.              to expand your dancing skills – this workshop is for you! You
                                                                create your very own customized fine silver jewelry.
Pottery for Adults                                              Students will impress objects or natural elements such
                                                                                                                              Teacher: Sarah Jane Gober                                    will learn to create dances using classic and contemporary
Mondays, 6:30-9:00 p.m.                                                                                                       Session 1 (9 weeks): February 6 - April 10 (exc. 3/27)       musical theater choreography. Students will enjoy working
                                                                as flowers or leaves into metal clay which is then kiln
Explore the many techniques of making pottery: pinch,                                                                                    Register before/after January 6: $185/$192        on improvisation and composition tasks to spark creativity!
                                                                fired, resulting in 99.9% pure silver jewelry! Tools and
slab, coil and wheel-throwing. Work step-by-step through                                                                      Session 2 (8 weeks): April 17 - June 12 (exc. 5/15)          Gain the confidence and skills to develop your own dances!
                                                                materials provided. No experience necessary.
each technique and use these skills to create a variety of                                                                               Register before/after March 3: $165/$171          Teacher: Olivia Goodwin 		                    Price: $92
                                                                Teacher: Hattie Weselyk		                   Price: $120
functional and decorative forms, such as bowls, mugs,

                                                                                                                                  Fitness
plates and plaques. Personal project ideas are welcome.
Teacher: Tia Santana
Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
   Register before/after January 6: $325/$338 + $35 clay fee
Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)                                                                           Tang Soo Do Karate                                           Intermediate Tang Soo Do Karate
   Register before/after March 3: $288/$300 + $35 clay fee                                                                    Ages: 4-7		           Saturdays, 12:15-1:00 p.m.             Ages: 7 – 12           Saturdays 1:00-1:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                              Children are introduced to the art of Tang Soo Do Karate,    Take your skills to the next level. Students continue
                                                                                                                              a martial art form with Korean, Japanese and Chinese         to attend the 12:15 Tang Soo Do Karate class with an
                                                                                                                              elements. Students learn basic martial arts instruction,     added half hour to work on more advanced techniques,
               Register Online!                                                                                               self defense, blocking, and striking skills.                 forms and drills. Students must be enrolled in Tang Soo
                                                                                                                              Teacher: Ted Way                                             Do Karate and hold a Yellow Belt rank or higher.
       visit: www.darlingtonarts.org or                                                                                       16 weeks: February 10 - June 9 (exc. 3/31 & 5/26)            Teacher: Ted Way
           by phone: (610) 358-3632                                                                                                      Register before/after January 6: $294/$306        16 weeks: February 10 – June 9 (exc. 3/31, 5/26)
                                                                                                                                                                                           Students may purchase the Karate uniform on the first day of
           see page 23 for full details                                                                                       SilverSneakers® Classic                                      class from the instructor (approx. $45).
                                                                                                                              Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00-11:00 a.m.                                 Register before/after January 6: $196/$204
                                                                                                                              See page 16 for more details
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Classes and Workshops for Adults                                                                                                    Coffee House Concert Series

                                       Learn, explore and get inspired! Darlington offers unique
                                              options for adults to engage in all the arts!
                                                                                                                                                                    Discover local music!
                                                                                                                                             Hear professional performancers in a comfortable convenient venue
                           Art                                                        Fitness                                             Bring friends and companions • BYOB! • Coffee, tea, desserts, and corkscrew provided.
BYOB Ladies Night Jewelry Workshops                            SilverSneakers® Classic
Friday, 2/2 		                  6:30-8:30 p.m.                 Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Friday, 3/9			                  6:30-8:30 p.m.                 September 13 - June 15 (exc. 12/27, 12/29, 2/14, 3/28, 3/30, 5/25)
Bring your favorite beverage for a Ladies’ Night               Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises
Jewelry Making workshop! Learn basic metalworking              designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement
techniques while crafting a beautiful piece of jewelry.        and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic
Great for making a personalized piece or a special gift!       tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for
Teacher: Hattie Weselyk          Price: $55 (each session)     resistance. Chairs are provided for balance and support.
                                                               Teacher: Jackie Tate
                                                               Free for Medicare-eligible members of participating health
Precious Metal Clay Workshop
                                                               plans. Call the office to check eligibility, (610) 358-3632.
Ages: Teens & Adults
                                                               Drop-in: $8.50/class for all other participants.
2 Saturdays, 4/21 & 4/28		                  2:00-4:00 p.m.
Come explore the magic of precious metal clay and
create your very own customized fine silver jewelry.
Students will impress objects or natural elements such                                 Dance
as flowers or leaves into metal clay which is then kiln
fired, resulting in 99.9% pure silver jewelry! Tools and       Dance for Adults
materials provided. No experience necessary.                   Adults 		              Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Teacher: Hattie Weselyk		                   Price: $120        Have fun with no experience required! This dance class
                                                               is a perfect way to get active with friends in a relaxed
                                                               environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of many
Pottery for Adults                                             different styles of dance while getting lots of exercise and
Mondays, 6:30-9:00 p.m.                                        gaining confidence. No special clothing or shoes needed.                      Save the dates!                                         Tickets:
Explore the many techniques of making pottery: pinch,                                                                                     December 9 • January 13
slab, coil and wheel-throwing. Work step-by-step through
                                                               Teacher: Olivia Goodwin                                                                                                          $10 for members
                                                               Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
each technique and use these skills to create a variety of                 Register before/after January 6: $167/$173
                                                                                                                                           February 10 • March 10                           $15 for general admission
functional and decorative forms, such as bowls, mugs,          Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)                                April 14                                   $40 for a 4-concert pass
plates and plaques. Personal project ideas are welcome.                    Register before/after March 3: $148/$153
Teacher: Tia Santana
Session 1 (9 weeks): Feb 5 - April 9 (exc. 2/19)
   Register before/after January 6: $325/$338 + $35 clay fee
                                                                                                                                              Discover local music! Hear exciting, professional performances
Session 2 (8 weeks): April 16 - June 11 (exc. 5/28)                                                                                               for an affordable price. Convenient and close to home!
   Register before/after March 3: $288/$300 + $35 clay fee
                                                                                                                                                       Bring friends and a beverage of your choice, BYOB!
Drawing & Painting for Adults                                                                                                                            Coffee, tea, desserts, and corkscrew provided.
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. See page 14 for more details.

Adult Artist Open Studio                                                                                                             Visit us online www.darlingtonarts.com/events for this year’s lineup
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.    See page 14 for more details.

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Summer Arts Camp                                                                                    Darlington’s Outreach Programs
                                                                                                                                                         Darlington’s outreach programs are
                                                                                                                                                         funded through grants and individual
                                                                                                                                                         donations. If you would like to help
                                                                                                                                                         support arts education in your community
                                                                                                                                                         through Darlington Arts Center, please
                                                                                                                                                         contact the Executive Director or donate
                                                                                                                                                         online at www.darlingtonarts.org.

               The learning doesn’t stop when school is out!                                                                                             Donations may also be made through the
                                                                                                                                                         United Way.
      Creative kids ages 3-14 are inspired to keep creating through the summer and
                express themselves through the visual and performing arts.
                                                                                                    Chester Theater Arts             Suzuki Violin                      Improved Literacy
              Summer Arts Camp 2018 registration begins in January!                                 Program                          Darlington offers Suzuki violin    Through Songwriting
                                                                                                    The Chester Theater Arts         instruction to students from       Darlington Teaching Artists
     11 weeks of music, art, dance, and drama: June 18 - August 30                                  Program brings music, dance,     low-income communities. Our        partner with Chester County
 Full Day Camps: Ages 5-12 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • 5 days/week • $320/week                                and drama training to children   programs are held at Stetser       Family Academy to improve
 Half Day Camps: Ages 3-12 • 9 a.m.-noon • 5 days/week • $185/week                                  living in the city of Chester.   Elementary School and Chester      their students’ literacy and
                                                                                                    Two yearly concert events        Charter School for the Arts in     encourage their creativity.
 Arts Intensive Camps: Ages 5-14 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • 5 days/week • $350/week                          allow children to perform        the city of Chester, and Chester   Students enjoy performing their
 Plus Pre-Camp for Preschool! For 4 weeks in May and June children ages 3-6 are                     works they have created for      County Family Academy in           compositions at local venues
 introduced to camp in short, half-day sessions. Learn more on page 6.                              family and friends.              West Chester.                      and for family & friends.

Birthday Parties                                                                                     Community Events
                                                                                                    Be a part of Darlington! We hope you’ll join us for fun community events throughout the
                                                                                                        year. Enjoy music, art, dance, and drama and meet fellow Darlington members.
                                                 MUSIC - ART - DANCE - DRAMA
                                                     Pick a creative theme for your party!
                                                  While the instruction is happening, prepare
                                                   the party room in one of our art studios.
                                                      You provide the refreshments and
                                                    decorations, we’ll provide the excellent
                                                          teaching artists and FUN!
                                                  Parties are $299 for 2 hours for 12 guests (add
                                                    $50 for clay parties). Call 610-358-3632 to
                                                                    learn more.
                                                                                                                    Thursday, April 26 - A Toast to the Arts
                                      A few ideas are...                                                      Saturday, May 19 - 4 Arts Festival Gallery Opening
           Bucket Drumming • Creating Clay Animals • Princess & Pirates Dance Party
                                                                                                                        Saturday, June 9 - Dance Recital
               Acting & Improv • Hip Hop Dance Jam • Paint Your Own Character
                                ...anything you can imagine!
                                                                                                              Thursday, June 14 - Honors Recital and Reception

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A Toast to the Arts                                                                              Our Supporters

               A Toast to The Arts
                         Thursday, April 26 from 6-9 PM

                                    Please attend our biggest event of the year!
                                    A Toast to the Arts helps Darlington provide
                                    scholarship opportunities and outreach programs
                                    for children in need. This festive event features                  Feel good by doing good! Get involved at Darlington...
                                    live music, food & refreshments, student                       Volunteer • Serve on a Committee • Join our Board of Directors
                                    performances, and a silent auction with artwork,
                                    gift certificates, jewelry, tickets to cultural events       Being a board member helps you feel good by doing good and is a lot of fun. Join our
                                    in our community, and more. Proceeds from                    group to support and influence the future of Darlington, build your personal network, build
                                    ticket sales and auction bids go directly toward             your skills, and interact with others who care. Make a bigger impact on your community
                                    supporting the Center and our mission.                       and learn more about the cause you support. For more information on volunteering, serving
                                                                                                 on a committee or joining our board, email Eric at Eric@darlingtonarts.org
                                    Purchase tickets online at
                                    www.darlingtonarts.org
                                    or call (610) 358-3632.                                      Building Community Through The Arts
     Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please contact Eric@darlingtonarts.org
                                                                                                                           As a non-profit community arts center, we rely on tax deductible
                                                                                                                             contributions to support our operations, provide scholarships
                                                                                                                            to students in need and provide opportunities for under-served
                                                                                                                          students through Outreach programs in Chester and West Chester.
                                                                                                                           Thank you to our generous donors who make our work possible!

                                                                                                                            Giving through United Way
                                                                                                   Support Darlington through your local United Way Employee Campaign!
                                                                                                   We can be selected through:
                                   Community Events                                                    • #4131: Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
        Be a part of Darlington! We hope you and your family will join us for different events         • #8416: Delaware
     throughout the year. Enjoy all the arts and interact with your fellow community members.
                                                                                                   Specify Darlington’s donor choice number (above) or our contact information (below) on the
                              December 9 Holiday Jam & Open House                                  Donor Choice Pledge Form.
                              February 14 Valentine’s Day Preschool Open House                         Darlington Arts Center 		            EIN: 23-2081984
                                   April 26 A Toast to the Arts                                        977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060
                        May 19 - June 14 4 Arts Festival                                               610-358-3632

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Our Supporters, continued                            Registration Information
                                                     Register for Classes & Workshops Online!
            Thank you to all of these local
       businesses for their in-kind donations to     Browse classes, register instantly, and make payments securely online. Visit www.darlingtonarts.org and
                 A Toast to the Arts                 click on “Register Now.”
                                                     If you have been to Darlington before: we have an account set up for you under your email address. To
          1812 Productions, Anthony’s Pizza
                                                     gain access to your account, click on “sign in” then “forgotten password” to have a temporary password
        Arugula Restaurant, Barnes Museum
                                                     sent to you. You can then create your own password for future access.
       Bella Coast, Big Fish Grill, Bonefish Grill
        Brandywine River Museum, Carl Cook           If you are new to Darlington: please create an account or call the office at (610) 358-3632.
           Color Me Mine, Concordville Inn
        Costco, Currie Nails, Delaware 87ers         Please call for private lessons
             Delaware County Symphony
                                                     To schedule private lessons in music, art, dance, or drama - please call us at (610) 358 - 3632 or stop by
             Delaware Theatre Company
                                                     the office to register in person.
                 Double Decker Pizza
               Dougherty Photo Designs
     Eastern State Penitentiary, Empowered Yoga        Because we are a member-supported center for the arts, a non-refundable                         Weekly classes &
                 Foschi Photography                    Family Membership of $70, valid from September 1-August 31, is required                       lessons are not held
             G Fedale Roofing and Siding                    to enroll in all activities (except Workshops and SilverSneakers).
     General Warren Inne, Harvest Seasonal Grill                                                                                                             on:
                                                               Please view our policies online at www.darlingtonarts.org
        Hedgerow Theater, Jane Eppenheimer
        Longwood Gardens, Madeleine Turley
                                                                                before registering for classes.                                           February 19
        Meathouse, Michele and Tim Scherer                                                                                                              March 27 - April 1
               Modern Massage Works                                                                                                                     May 25 - May 28
             National Constitution Center
                Not Your Average Joe’s
                                                                                                                                                           Please note:
               Oasis Family Fun Center
                                                                                                                                                       Your class may have
     Pagave Salon and Spa, Pennswood Winery
             Philadelphia Museum of Art                                                                                                                additional skip dates.
       Pinocchio’s Restaurant, Pinot’s Pallette
        Pizza by Elizabeth’s, Q Salon and Spa
             Raymond Carter-Thompson                 Connect Online
          Shirley and Tom Snyder, Sky Zone
           Starbucks, Sterling Pig Brewery
            Taylor Music, Two Stones Pub                      DarlingtonArtsCenter                                    @DarlingtonArts
      Walnut Street Theatre, Walt Disney World
                Wawa, and Winterthur
                                                     Follow along on Facebook and Twitter to see photos from classes and workshops and
                                                     be the first to know about special events, promotions and much more. Be a part of the
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                                                     Non-Discrimination Policy
                                                     Darlington Arts Center is an equal opportunity organization committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education
                                                     and employment. The Center does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity,
                                                     sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin or disability in the administration of its educational policies, admissions
                                                     policies, employment policies, scholarships, programs and activities. Inquiries concerning the Center’s policies,
                                                     including its compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations may be directed to the Executive Director.

                                                     Liability Policy
                  610.350.8952                       By registering yourself or your child for an activity at Darlington, you assume any risk, take full responsibility and waive
 TeamLU@languageuniv.com • www.languageuniv.com      any claims of personal injury or damage to personal property associated with this activity.

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          977 Shavertown Road
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