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Arts & Smarts, Growing Artists and Problem Solvers

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Patchwork Central

“Don’t take a picture! I’m your boss!” he said, then realized it sounded harsh coming from a kid to an adult, particularly an adult who runs the place. He adjusted and softened his statement, “I’m the artist and you’re the … Continue reading →

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Another School Year Drawing to a Close

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Patchwork Central

There’s been a lot of activity lately in the Arts & Smarts program as we work to finish everything up for the year. We’ll celebrate all of our accomplishments at our annual End of the Year Celebration on Thursday, May … Continue reading →

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Future Dreams

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Patchwork Central

Lately in the Arts & Smarts program, we’ve been talking a lot about the children’s interests, talents, dreams, and goals. We’ve asked our program participants about their “sparks”: the things that excite them and that they are passionate about. We’ve had … Continue reading →

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The New, The Continued, and the Fall Fundraising Events

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Patchwork Central

This week marks the beginning of a new year of Arts & Smarts activities. We anticipate that it will be another good one filled with many wonderful children, parents, staff, and volunteers. Of course we’ll keep you posted! Our Arts … Continue reading →

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Driftwood Art and Plans for the Future

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Patchwork Central

The pace of the summer at Patchwork reaches its peak this week with Art Garden Week II and our annual potluck Garden Feast this Thursday, July 11 from 5 pm-7 pm. Everyone’s invited to come to this feast to celebrate … Continue reading →

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Summer Smarts Continues

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Patchwork Central

We’re having a busy week in our summer Arts & Smarts program. In the mornings we’re leading two classes, Sculpture II and Drive of Your Life Skills, and in the afternoons we’re doing a couple art classes for participants in … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the School Year

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Patchwork Central

We celebrated the 2012-2013 school year on Thursday, April 25. It was a wonderful evening with 80-100 people in attendance to cheer the children’s progress in school, to view the art that the children had made, to recognize the contributions … Continue reading →

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Patchwork’s Summer 2013 Arts & Smarts Schedule

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Patchwork Central

We’re looking forward to a fun summer at Patchwork! Registration forms are available on our website: http://www.Patchwork.org. Our children’s activities are: Art Garden Week I Make art in the studio! Work in the garden! Learn to cook snacks! Tell stories … Continue reading →

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Thanks for a Wonderful Luncheon!

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Patchwork Central

Once again, thank you to all who contributed to the success of our Soup, Salad, and Style Luncheon! Thank you to the attendees who came hungry for lunch and fashion in support of Patchwork. Thank you to all the volunteers: … Continue reading →

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In Bloom

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Patchwork Central

During the first week of June, Pat helped the children in Art Garden Week 1 plant seeds at the base of Patchwork’s tower. They watered the seeds–once. Then the week was over and the seeds were left to fend for … Continue reading →

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