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SUMMARY:Koinobori Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:Koinobori Children’s Day\nFamilies are invited to visit the Museum of Fine Arts to learn about and celebrate Koinobori\, the Japanese national holiday that translates to “carp streamers.” Koinobori is Japan’s Children’s Day\, traditionally celebrated on May 5th each year\, where communities gather for a festival filled with colorful carp kites. The MFA will honor this holiday in conjunction with the museum’s special exhibition\, Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress\, where similar imagery and symbolism often seen on carp kites can be found. These carp kites (also known as carp windsocks or streamers) are created to represent each family member and celebrate children and their well-being. When a family’s carp kites are hung together on one pole\, they symbolize strength\, determination\, and perseverance—qualities embodied by the carp itself. \n  \n\n\n\n\nKoinobori Children’s Day\nSunday\, May 4\, 2025\n10:00 AM–12:00 PM\nFront Steps of the Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\nFREE for everyone! \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/koinobori-childrens-day/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Youth and Family Event
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks
DESCRIPTION:Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks\nJoin us for a unique and immersive workshop inspired by the special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress. This hands-on session will explore the art of Japanese flower arrangement known as Ikebana. Participants will learn the principles of Ikebana\, focusing on balance\, simplicity\, and the harmonious use of line and space\, while drawing inspiration from the rich history and intricate patterns of traditional Japanese garments.   \nWhether you’re a beginner or have experience with Ikebana\, this workshop offers an opportunity to connect with nature\, explore cultural traditions\, and express your artistic vision. The workshop includes demonstration\, instruction\, and feedback. Each participant will leave with a beautifully crafted Ikebana arrangement.   \n[SOLD OUT] Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks \nSaturday\, May 10\, 2025\n10:00 AM–1:00 PM\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nRecommended for ages 18+. Pre-registration required. Limited spots are available. $50 for Members; $65 for Not-Yet-Members. Tickets include admission to the MFA.   \nREGISTER \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT LAUREL BANBARA FOOKS\, 2ND LEVEL\, 3RD GRADE INSTRUCTOR\, NARA NO SHOU  \n \nLaurel Banbara Fooks had her initial ikebana lessons as a child in Japan with Bansui Ohta-sensei headmaster of Shofu Ryu\, the origin of Banmi Shofu School.  Her mother is the first generation iemoto or headmaster of Banmi Shofu Ryu\, Bessie Banmi Yoneko Fooks.  She gained her kado competence and artistry on Ichiyo Ikebana from Jeanne Holton-sensei; Sogetsu Ikebana from Monique Banrenke Noujaim; and Banmi Shofu from her mother\, Bessie Banmi Fooks-sensei and Ric Bansho Carrasco-sensei.  \nLaurel Banbara-sensei has exhibited for Ikebana International St. Petersburg Chapter 65 and Orlando Winter Park Chapter 132\, and has demonstrated and exhibited every year during the annual exhibition of Chapter 65\, Art in Bloom and the Imagine Museum.  She has participated in just about every demonstration of Banmi Shofu Ryu\, including Ikebana International Chapters 1 in Washington DC\, 132 in Orlando Winter Park\, 115\, Sarasota\, Naples and multiple garden Clubs.  She regularly exhibits her ikebana at The Burg\, her son’s auto shop\, the Suncoast Healing Arts\, and the Veterinarian Healing Arts.  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/ikebana-workshop/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Program,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T150000
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SUMMARY:How to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano 
DESCRIPTION:How to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano \nInspired by our special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress\, step into the world of traditional Japanese culture with Satomi Hirano\, a renowned Japanese classical dancer and certified kimono stylist\, as she guides you through an immersive and enriching experience. In this unique program\, participants will learn the art of styling and wearing a kimono\, try on various beautiful pieces\, and explore the elegance of classical Japanese dance moves.  \nHow to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano \nSaturday\, May 10\, 2025\n2:00 PM–3:00 PM\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members. Registration required.  \nREGISTER \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT SATOMI HIRANO  \n \nSatomi Hirano is a Japanese classical dancer and instructor residing in Orlando\, Florida. Through her mastery of classical Japanese dance (nihon buyō)\, coupled with her certification in Yamano-style kimono dressing\, she is dedicated to reviving and spreading traditional Japanese culture. She began her dance instruction in Tokyo at the age of four. She studied under Master Kichifuji Wakayagi and the late Kisaho Wakayagi. At the age of 16\, she received the title Master Fujichiho Wakayagi. She danced “Sagi Musume” for her inauguration\, and began her career as a master classical dance teacher in Sasaduka\, Tokyo. Following a move to the US\, she resumed teaching in Orlando\, Florida. Her specialty – Wakayagi-Ryu – is one of the five main classifications of Japanese dance styles.  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/how-to-wear-a-kimono-kimono-styling-traditional-japanese-dress-with-satomi-hirano/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Live Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T100000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hours
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture\, history\, math\, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. \nThis month we will feature the special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress! Learn about traditional Japanese fashions\, create your own paper kimono\, experiment with printmaking\, and try your hand at embroidery. \n  \n\nHomeschool Hours at the MFA\nWednesday\, May 14\, 2025\n10:00 am–12:00 pm\nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required. \nREGISTER FOR HOMESCHOOL HOURS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nNot yet a member? Become a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers! MFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-5-14-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,FREE for MFA Members,Homeschool Hours,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T110000
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SUMMARY:Museum Minis with Tombolo Books
DESCRIPTION:Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: Tiny Wonders by Sally Soweol Han \nMuseum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals\, there is always something fun to discover at the MFA. \nJoin us in the galleries for this month’s storytime led by Wendy Diamond! Wendy has been a resident of St Petersburg since 2016. She happily taught kindergarten in CT for over 20 years. Since moving to St Petersburg\, she became a docent at the FL Holocaust Museum and leads an enjoyable\, fun-filled Story-time at Tombolo Books. In her free time\, she enjoys golf\, reading\, time with her children and grandchildren\, and traveling the world with her husband.  \nMuseum Minis with Tombolo Books\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025\n10:00 AM–11:00 AM\nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required. \nREGISTER FOR MUSEUM MINIS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nNot yet a member? Become a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers! MFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\nABOUT TOMBOLO BOOKS \nTombolo Books is an independent bookstore dedicated to promoting the value and pleasure of reading throughout St. Petersburg by offering thoughtful inventory curation\, extensive literary knowledge\, and excellent customer service. \n \n  \nABOUT TINY WONDERS BY SALLY SOWEOL HAN \nThe world is full of wonders\, if we take a small moment to look! A beautiful story about everyday magic.\nApril’s town is dull and gray\, and the people there are too busy to laugh or look up at the sky. But when April remembers Grandma’s stories about wonder in the world\, like the secret language of flowers\, April wonders: Can dandelions help?\nPlanting tiny seeds while the seasons shift towards spring\, April watches as the dandelions and other flowers sprout\, bringing more than a little wonder back to her community.\nDebut author-illustrator Sally Soweol Han’s gorgeous and inspirational story encourages young readers to consider how they too can plant a little wonder in the world.
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-5-21-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,FREE for MFA Members,Museum Minis,Youth and Family Event
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