Arts on the Block will be celebrating its 20th anniversary with a block party in downtown Silver Spring.
Guests can take part in creating mosaic artwork, printmaking, button making, storytelling masks, face painting, and self-care art activities. There will also be raffles and auctions featuring custom artwork or cash prizes as rewards. Each participant will receive a goodie bag with Arts on the Block merchandise, and there will be snacks and refreshments available.
Event activities tailored to specific age groups include:
YAM (Youth Arts Movement) Art Activity (3+ years old):
- Mosaic Foam Art Activities
- Storytelling Mask
- Emotions Wheel
- Affirmations Card
- Coloring Pages
TAP (The Apprentice Program) Art Activity: (14-19 years old):
- Button Making – Mini Coloring Page for Buttons
- Coloring Pages
Studio Crew Art Activity: (19+ years old):
- Mosaic Frame Activity with Polaroid (Tag #AOB on Instagram)
- Affirmations Card
- Printmaking
Tickets are priced at $15 per person and can be purchased online until the day of the event. The event is scheduled for Jan. 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Arts on the Block, which is on the first floor of the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library building, located at 900 Wayne Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
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