SDSU Children’s Center
A is for Art Special Events
Children’s Art Display and Open House
March 12-14, 2008
SDSU Children’s Center*
The cottages at the Center will hold an Open House to display art created by each child.
Wednesday, March 12
- Infants Cottage, 3:30-4:30pm
- Toddlers & Transition 2s, 4:30-5:30pm
Thursday, March 13
Pre-School, 4:30-5:30pm
Appreciating the Arts
Friday, March 14, 4:30-5:30 pm
SDSU Children’s Center*
An informative lecture for parents and those interested in the value of art in the lives of children. Presented by Serene Lause-Gardini, IMFT. Learn more about the A is for Art 2008 Lecture Event
Campus-Wide Exhibition
We would like to invite SDSU Departments to be a part of the exhibition by displaying individual artwork in your office or work area created by the children. If you are interested in becoming a part of this campus-wide exhibition or for more information, please contact the Center at 619-594-7941.
4th Annual “A is for Art” Gala and Exhibition
Chaired by
President and Mrs. Stephen L. Weber
Friday, April 11, 2008, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
KPBS Copley Telecommunications Center*
5200 Campanile Drive, San Diego State University
Join us as we turn KPBS Studio A into an art gallery exhibiting over 30 canvases created by the children at the SDSU Children’s Center. Each canvas is the collaborative effort of the children and a visiting artist from the community.
The Evening’s Events
- Silent Auction of Children’s Collective Art
Funds raised will be used for classroom curriculum materials and supplies. Only VISA, MasterCard and Checks will be accepted. - Special Exhibit of Artwork
Created by Children of SDSU Faculty, Staff and Children’s Center Alumni. - Art Activities for Children and Adults
Event Sponsors
- Associated Students
- College - Rolando Branch Library
- Cultural Arts & Special Events (CASE)
- Department of Child and Family Development
- The Frame Maker
- KPBS
- Michael’s Printing Company
- The President’s Office
Special Exhibit of Artwork
Again this year we are including works of art by children of SDSU Faculty, Staff & Children's center alumni. These paintings will be on display in an art gallery-type setting at the KPBS studio the evening of the event. Paintings will be displayed for the enjoyment of the attendees and will not be sold. This is a great opportunity for your budding young artist to have their talents showcased at this very well attended event. To enter your child’s art, complete a “Call for Entries” form.
*Event Parking
Visitor parking for events at the SDSU Children’s Center is available in Parking Structure 6. A parking permit is required at all times for a cost of $1 per hour.
Visitor parking for events at KPBS Copley Telecommunications Center is available in Parking Structure 2. A parking permit is required at all times for a cost of $1 per hour.
If you have any questions about the A is for Art events, please call 619-549-7941.
All events are free to the public.Read all about the creative process of artwork created at the Children's Center. This Article, Canvas Creation, tells all about the art project by the Giraffe Classroom under Master Teacher, Mrs. Serafine.
You can check out the pictures from the 2007 event at the “A is for Art” 2007 Photo Gallery page.
If you would like to display a poster for the event, you can download the A is for Art Poster.
